The Government of Tamil Nadu established Periyar University in Salem on 17th September 1997 as per the provisions of the Periyar University Act, 1997. The University covers the area comprising four districts namely Salem, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, and Krishnagiri. The University obtained 12(B) and 2(f) status from the University Grants Commission, New Delhi and it was re accredited by the NAAC with “A†Grade in 2015. The University secured 83rd rank among Indian Universities by MHRD NIRF 2020. The University is named after the Great Social Reformer E.V. Ramasamy, affectionately called as “Thanthai Periyarâ€. The University aims at developing knowledge in various fields to realize the maxim inscribed in the logo “Arival Vilayum Ulagu†(Wisdom Maketh the World). “Holistic development of the students†is the primary objective of the University. Periyar University imparts higher education through three modes: Departments of Study and Research, the affiliated Colleges, and Periyar Institute of Distance Education (PRIDE). The University has 27 departments and 113 affiliated colleges.
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However, the candidates who qualify UGC-NET / UGCCSIR (NET) / SET / GATE / Teacher Fellowship holder/M.Phil. degree holder who have been admitted through common entrance test conducted at the University level (evidence of common entrance mark should be produced) are exempted from appearing written test but shall attend the interview conducted by the Department Research Committee.
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