SPPU PG Diploma Gender Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+

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Total fees

INR 3,564

1 year, no hostel

Average pay

INR 2.5 LPA

NIRF PG 1-year median

Cutoff

50%

Open category rule

Placement rate

1 of 23 PG graduates

In This Page▾

01AboutCourse facts, fees and route in one article 02Should you pick itWho this seat suits and who should skip it 03EligibilityMarks, degree and entrance rules 04Admission ProcessSteps from form to reporting 05Admission DatesFull admission cycle and status 06FeesCourse cost and living cost switch 07Will your score get you inCutoff range by category 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About SPPU PG Diploma Gender Studies

SPPU offers the Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies as a one-year, full-time course at the Department of Women and Gender Studies. The department started in 1987 with UGC support and teaches gender, culture and development in English and Marathi. SPPU has NAAC A+ and stands #56 in the NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 3,564, including the application fee. Admission uses the SPPU entrance route through the CCEP portal, with 15 seats and a 100-mark paper. NIRF PG one-year data reports 1 placed student out of 23 and median pay INR 2.5 LPA.

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Fees

The full course costs INR 3,564 without hostel and INR 93,564 with hostel. The tuition and course fee is INR 3,064. You pay the application fee once with the form. The university lists the course fee in its Women and Gender Studies annexure. Hostel and living cost is an estimate, so check the office before you pay.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Course fee	INR 3,064	Full course, as published
Application fee	INR 500	One time, in year 1
Hostel and living estimate	INR 90,000	INR 9,000 a month, 10 months
Total, no hostel	INR 3,564	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 93,564	Full course

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Admission Dates

The 2027 calendar is not out yet and May 2027 is the expected last month to apply. The entrance test is expected in Jun 2027 and classes start in Aug 2027. SPPU decides the final dates on the CCEP portal. Save each receipt, because the admission office checks it at reporting.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	Apr 2027	Tentative
Registration, last date to apply	May 2027	Tentative
Demo test	Jun 2027	Tentative
Entrance test	Jun 2027	Tentative
Result and merit list	Jul 2027	Tentative
Admission allotment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Fee payment, last date	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Eligibility

Open category students need 50% at graduation and reserved category students need 45%. You can hold a bachelor degree in any discipline. SPPU checks the degree, marks and reservation papers before admission. If your final result is pending, ask the department which paper you must bring.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Bachelor degree in any discipline
Marks	50% for open category
Reserved category marks	45% for reserved category
Entrance route	SPPU entrance test or merit process
Documents	Mark sheets, category paper if used

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Admission Process

The process has 5 steps, from the CCEP form to reporting. The form fee is INR 500 and the entrance paper is 100 marks. You fill the form first and keep the printout. SPPU then uses entrance marks to make the merit list. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Fill the CCEP form	Add personal details and course choice
2. Pay form fee	Pay INR 500 if you are in the open group
3. Take the entrance test	Write essays and short notes for 100 marks
4. Check merit list	Accept the seat given by SPPU
5. Report to department	Bring mark sheets and fee receipt

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Cutoff

The open category rule needs 50% at graduation and the reserved category rule needs 45%. The entrance paper carries 100 marks. SPPU has not published a clean closing score for this diploma, so use the minimum marks only as the first check.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
Open category	50% at graduation	Published rule
Reserved category	45% at graduation	Published rule
Entrance paper	100 marks	Department test
Published closing score	Not published	Use merit list

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Placements

The NIRF PG one-year median pay is INR 2.5 LPA and 1 of 23 graduates was placed. That makes the placement rate 4%. Many students go to higher studies, research, media and social sector work. Use this course for subject depth, not only a campus job.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 2.5 LPA
Students placed	1 of 23
Placement rate	4%
Higher studies	22 of 23
Work areas	Research, media and social sector

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Scholarships

The biggest listed fee support can cover INR 3,564, the full course fee shown here. Earn and Learn pays INR 55 per hour for approved work. State and central schemes need income and category papers. Ask the scholarship desk before the fee date, because schemes open on separate portals.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Maharashtra post-matric support	Eligible reserved category students	INR 3,564
Central Sector Scheme	Low income students with strong marks	INR 3,564
Earn and Learn Scheme	Needy students on campus	INR 55 per hour
Student Aid Fund	Students approved by SPPU	INR 500

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Ranking

SPPU stands #56 in the NIRF University ranking 2025 and holds NAAC A+ with 3.60 CGPA. The university has a 411-acre campus in Pune. NIRF ranks the whole university, not this small diploma, so use the rank as a university signal.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#56
NAAC	valid cycle	A+
NAAC CGPA	valid cycle	3.60
Campus	Pune	411 acres

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Course Structure

The diploma has 32 credits across two semesters. Semester 1 starts with Women Studies, Development, and Gender, Culture and Media. Semester 2 adds Feminisms, Women's Movement and Gendering Social History. You study research ideas early, so reading and writing matter from the start.

Semester	What you study
Semester 1	Women Studies and Development
Semester 1	Gender, Culture and Media
Semester 2	Feminisms and Women's Movement
Semester 2	Gendering Social History
Total credits	32 credits

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Seats and Intake

The diploma has 15 seats in the department. Maharashtra reservation rules split seats across categories, and SPPU checks those papers during admission. A small seat count means the merit list can close fast after the first few offers.

Seat item	Value
Course seats	15
Reservation rule	Maharashtra state rules
Course level	Post graduate diploma
Study mode	Full time on campus

Should you pick Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies at SPPU?

This course suits students who want gender, development and research work, not a quick campus job.

Pick it if:

You want gender work in Maharashtra: the department teaches in English and Marathi and works with development and media groups.

You want a small class: the diploma has 15 seats, so the admission office can check each file closely.

Your budget is tight: the listed course fee is INR 3,064, much lower than most one-year diplomas.

You write better than you guess: the entrance paper uses essays and short notes, with no negative marking.

Skip it if:

You want a campus job: NIRF PG data shows INR 2.5 LPA median pay and only 1 placed student.

You need a distance option: the diploma is full-time on campus, so daily travel to Pune matters.

You missed the form date: SPPU uses the CCEP form first, so late papers are not a safe plan.

Your marks are below 45%: the reserved category rule still needs 45%, so check eligibility before paying.

Counsellor's advice

If you want gender research or social sector work, take it at this fee. If you need campus placement first, choose another path.

Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Eligibility▾

Degree: You need a bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Open marks: You need 50% marks at graduation for the open category.

Reserved marks: Reserved category students need 45% marks and valid category papers.

Entrance route: SPPU can use the OEE score or department merit process for this course.

Paper check: Bring mark sheets, identity proof and reservation papers when the department asks.

Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Admission Process▾

Form: Register on the SPPU CCEP portal and pick this diploma in the course list.

Fee: Pay the form fee and keep the receipt for the department file.

Test: Write the entrance paper when SPPU lists it for the admission cycle.

Merit list: Check the CCEP portal and accept the seat within the given date.

Reporting: Pay the course fee and bring original papers for department checking.

Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Apr 2027Tentative

Application form opens

Check the CCEP portal when the form link opens.

May 2027Tentative

Registration, last date to apply

Last date to apply is expected in May 2027. Late forms may not be taken.

Jun 2027Tentative

Demo test

Use the demo link before the online entrance test.

Jun 2027Tentative

Entrance test

Write the SPPU entrance paper when the slot is given.

Jul 2027Tentative

Result and merit list

SPPU is expected to post the score and merit list on CCEP.

Jul 2027Tentative

Admission allotment

Accept the allotted seat if your name appears on the list.

Jul 2027Tentative

Fee payment, last date

You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the last date.

Aug 2027Tentative

Reporting and document check

Bring original papers and fee receipt to the department.

Aug 2027Tentative

Classes start

Attend the first week when the department starts teaching.

Source: SPPU CCEP admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Fees 2027

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This is the full 1-year cost, not one year repeated. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Course fee

Full course, as published

INR 3,064

Application fee

One time, in year 1

INR 500

Add hostel + mess + living

Hostel and living estimate

Per month × 10, INR 9,000 a month

INR 90,000

Total course fee

INR 3,564

1 years · course fee + application fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 93,564

1 years · course fee + application fee + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 60

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

7015%

average first-year pay INR 2.5 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 1578

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

267%

average first-year pay INR 2.5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU Women and Gender Studies annexure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at SPPU?

Pick your category and score range. The cutoff range shows how safe your entrance score looks.

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to SPPU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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INR 3,564

course fee + application

INR 8,000

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INR 6,436 more, latest fee

Average payPG median or course pay

INR 2.5 LPA

NIRF PG one-year

Not published

INR 5 LPA

INR 2.5 LPA more, latest batch

Not published

Placement ratelatest published course data

1 of 23 graduates

Not published

Cutoff scoreEntrance score, Open

minimum graduation rule

Not published

Seatscourse intake

published intake

15 more, latest intake

45 more, latest intake

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25 more, latest intake

20 more, latest intake

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Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is this course worth the fee at SPPU?▾

Yes, if you want gender research or social sector work. The full fee without hostel is INR 3,564, so the money risk is small. The median pay shown for PG one-year data is INR 2.5 LPA, but campus placement is not the main reason to join. Use it for subject depth.

Should I take this course for a campus job?▾

No, not if campus placement is your first need. NIRF PG one-year data shows only 1 placed student out of 23 and median pay of INR 2.5 LPA. Take this diploma if you want research, policy, media or social sector work. Use the placement figure as a warning.

Who should pick this diploma?▾

Pick it if you already care about gender, culture, development or field research. The course has 32 credits and a full-time campus format, so reading and writing matter every week. The 15-seat intake also suits students who want a smaller department setting. Check the syllabus before you apply.

Who should skip this course?▾

Skip it if you want a job-first course with a large placement drive. The placement rate printed here is 4%, and most PG one-year graduates moved to higher studies. You should also skip it if daily travel to Pune is hard. Check the full-time rule before paying.

Is SPPU better for higher studies after this diploma?▾

Yes, it can help if you plan a master degree or research work later. The department started in 1987 and teaches gender, culture and development in English and Marathi. NIRF data also shows 22 of 23 PG one-year graduates moved to higher studies. Use the course to build your academic base.

Should I apply if my score is near the minimum mark?▾

Apply, but do not treat the minimum mark as a seat promise. The open category rule starts at 50%, while reserved category students need 45%. The course has only 15 seats, so the merit list can still close above the minimum. Use the score checker above for your category.

Is the small batch a good thing?▾

Yes, if you want closer department attention. The diploma has 15 seats, so your file and papers are easier for the department to track. The problem is that a small batch also means fewer campus job numbers. Check the placement block before you decide.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

The page uses the published full course fee of INR 3,064 and the one-time application fee of INR 500. SPPU may ask for the course fee during admission, not month by month. If you need help, ask the department about Student Aid Fund and Earn and Learn before the fee date.

Does the course have hostel cost?▾

The official course fee does not include hostel or living cost. The fee block adds an INR 90,000 estimate for hostel, mess and living for 10 months. Treat that switch as a planning number only. Ask SPPU for room rules before you choose a room.

Can scholarships cover the full fee?▾

Yes, for some students the listed schemes can cover INR 3,564, which is the base fee used in this page. Category, income and portal rules decide the final amount. Use the scholarship calculator above first, then confirm the papers with the department before admission.

What job can this diploma lead to?▾

This diploma can support research, media, policy and social sector work. The page prints INR 2.5 LPA as the PG one-year median pay, but it also prints only 1 placed student. Build a writing sample and internship plan during the course. Do not depend only on campus hiring.

Should I wait a year for this course?▾

Wait only if you need time to improve your entrance score or arrange daily travel. The fee is low at INR 3,564 without hostel, so cost is not the main reason to wait. If you already meet the 50% or 45% rule, apply and keep your papers ready.

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Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 30, 2026

SPPU: 3 Answered Questions

Can I get admission in bed med integrated course in sppu University....

Aditi DeshpandeLives in Pune,Maharashtra

The B.Ed+M.Ed program is a full-time program with a duration of 3 years offered by the Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune. To be eligible for this,

A candidate must have passed a Bachelor degree of 3 years duration (or equivalent) under 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university.

Other highlights of the course include

Duration	3 years (Full Time)
Course Level	UG Degree
Type of University	State
Year of establishment	1949

Hope this helps you!

Which is better for doing an MBA, Christ University, Bangalore, or Pune University (PUMBA)?

Aditi BanerjeeLives in Bangalore

Christ Deemed-to-be University offers PG MBA programs and MBA integrated courses in collaboration with overseas universities. The highest offer was INR 21.46 LPA in the 2022 placement report.

Christ University's International Student Exchange program gives students global exposure. It offers this option for students to learn from peers abroad.

Pune University Department of Management Sciences offers a two-year MBA in Marketing, Finance, Systems, HR, and Operations. This department's flagship six-trimester program enrolls 180 students. The highest offer was INR 18 LPA in the 2022 placement report.

The top reasons to choose PUMBA are

ROI: MBA returns in India are decent. PUMBA is excellent. Its two-year tuition is Rs. 135,000. Last year's PUMBA average salary was Rs 5.5 lakh. The top 50% of packages exceed 6.5 lakhs. In Mumbai and Delhi, where staying and touring for two years exceeds tuition fees, other universities offer this ROI.
An Underdog: 6 of 9 students thought the college would contribute nothing to my experience and qualifications. But now I know my maximum value will be here. My friends who joined before and after us are the same.
Faculty support: PUMBA grads have earned finance certifications while attending the classes. B-school's busy timetable makes such time luxury challenging. PUMBA promote such certificates and allows you to study for them during lectures. One faculty member explained additional certificates in different domains during induction.
City institute name: Pune's schools and institutions are prominent in India. Its management school reputation is low. However, the city has several company offices. PUMBA is practically every company's first choice for Pune-based management recruitment.

Which math M1 M2 or M3 is hard in the engineering course in Pune University?

Riya BanerjeeB.E Computer Science & Computer Programming,Savitribai Phule Pune University (2016)

Ony of my sisters is a part of Pune University and as per what she mentions, it is best that you practice the fundamental mathematical problems. Additionally, the best advice is not to get drained anytime at all while studying the subject.

Now, when shifting focus to your question,

M1 incorporates basic algebra and is deemed pretty simpler than usual.
On the other hand, M2 might still be difficult, yet it can however be aced if you practice the basics of integration and derivation.
In the case of M3, the course entirely depends upon the fundamentals you have earlier prepared for M2.
After a brief elaboration, it is best that you rather choose preparing for M2, because it can contribute to making the subject quite easier.

The study standpoint is curated as per the syllabus, and is best if you follow the pattern in accordance with it.

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Should you pick Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies at SPPU?

Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Admission Dates 2027

SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies Fees 2027

Will your score get you a seat at SPPU?

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SPPU Post Graduate Diploma in Gender Studies vs similar colleges

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SPPU: 3 Answered Questions

Can I get admission in bed med integrated course in sppu University....

Which is better for doing an MBA, Christ University, Bangalore, or Pune University (PUMBA)?

Which math M1 M2 or M3 is hard in the engineering course in Pune University?

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