Pondicherry University B.Sc {Hons.} Statistics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Pondicherry University (PU), a NAAC A+ accredited Central University established by an Act of Parliament in 1985, offers the Bachelor of Science [B.Sc. (Hons.)] in Statistics as a 4-year full-time, on-campus programme under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework. The programme is offered through the Ramanujan School of Mathematical Sciences at the Puducherry (Kalapet) main campus, with an intake of 30 seats. The curriculum covers probability theory, statistical inference, regression analysis, design of experiments, time series analysis, multivariate analysis, data science, and computational statistics, with options for interdisciplinary and skill-enhancement courses as per NEP guidelines. The 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) also offers a research track for students who wish to pursue an extended research project in the fourth year. The total fees for the 4-year programme are approximately Rs 1.88 Lakhs, making it one of the most affordable and prestigious statistics programmes in India. Admission is through CUET (UG) 2026 conducted by NTA, and the programme is highly popular among students aspiring for careers in data science, actuarial science, biostatistics, finance, and research.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are through CUET (UG) 2026. The CUET UG 2026 application window was open from January 3 to February 26, 2026 (now closed). The exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026, and results are expected by July 4, 2026 (tentative). Pondicherry University will release its merit list and conduct counselling after CUET results are declared, with the new batch expected to commence in August/September 2026.

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4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics under NEP 2020, with exit options at the end of each year with appropriate certificates/diplomas.
Offered exclusively at the Puducherry main campus with an intake of 30 seats; admission is purely merit-based through CUET (UG).
Housed in the Ramanujan School of Mathematical Sciences, which has a strong tradition of research in mathematics and statistics.
The department offers a seamless academic pathway: B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics to M.Sc. Statistics to Ph.D., all within Pondicherry University.
NEP-based curriculum integrates data science, computational statistics, and SWAYAM/MOOC courses alongside core statistics subjects.
NAAC A+ accredited Central University with experienced faculty engaged in research in statistics, probability, and data science.

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PU B.Sc (Hons.) Statistics Fees

The B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics programme at Pondicherry University falls under the Science category for fee purposes. Fees are charged semester-wise, with the first semester having a higher fee due to one-time charges, and subsequent semesters being lower. The total fee for the entire 4-year (8-semester) programme is approximately Rs 1,87,844. This is significantly lower than most private universities, making PU an excellent value-for-money option. Differently abled students are fully exempt from all fees except refundable caution deposits and group medical insurance.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Sem I	Other Odd Sems (III/V/VII)	Even Sems (II/IV/VI/VIII)
Tuition Fee	Rs 3,000	Rs 3,000	Rs 3,000
Registration Fee (1st sem only)	Rs 300	-	-
Matriculation Fee (1st sem only)	Rs 100	-	-
Recognition Fee (1st sem only)	Rs 400	-	-
Sports Fund	Rs 500	Rs 500	Rs 500
Medical Examination / Facilities Fund	Rs 600	Rs 600	Rs 600
Library Fund	Rs 1,500	Rs 1,500	Rs 1,500
Laboratory Running / Maintenance Fund	Rs 5,000	Rs 5,000	Rs 5,000
Amenities Development Fund (1st sem only)	Rs 600	-	-
Students' Welfare Fund	Rs 600	Rs 600	Rs 600
Alumni Association Fund (1st sem only)	Rs 500	-	-
Caution Deposit - Refundable (1st sem only)	Rs 1,000	-	-
Advanced Lab Facility Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Facilities Upgradation Fund	Rs 10,000	Rs 10,000	Rs 10,000
Placement Activity Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Academic Activity Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Field Visit	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,000
Industry-Institute Interface Fund	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,000
Digital Activity Fund	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000	Rs 2,000
Group Medical Insurance (1st sem only)	Rs 944	-	-
University Development Fund (1st sem only)	Rs 2,000	-	-
Per Semester Total	Rs 32,444	Rs 22,200	Rs 22,200
Total Fees (4 years / 8 semesters)	Rs 1,87,844 (approx.)

Hostel Fees

Hostel Fees (Optional)	Boys: Rs 1,000 per year (approx.); Girls: Nominal / Free

Caution deposit of Rs 1,000 is refundable upon leaving the university after clearing all dues.
Differently abled students are fully exempt from all fees except caution deposit and group medical insurance.
SC/ST students eligible for Post-Matric scholarships may pay fees after receiving scholarship amounts (within 90 days of admission).
Self-financing mode seats (if any) are charged double the regular fee.
Hostel mess charges are separate and payable to the mess contractor at actuals.
Late fee fine: Rs 5/day for first 10 days; Rs 10/day thereafter.

PU B.Sc (Hons.) Statistics Admission 2026

Pondicherry University admits students to the B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics programme exclusively through CUET (UG) scores. The CUET UG 2026 application window has closed (was January 3 to February 26, 2026). The exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026. After CUET results are declared (expected July 4, 2026), Pondicherry University will release a merit list and conduct counselling for seat allotment. Candidates are advised to monitor the official admissions portal (admissions.pondiuni.edu.in) for merit list and counselling schedule updates.

PU B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics Admission Dates

Event	Dates
CUET UG 2026 Application Start	January 3, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Application Last Date	February 26, 2026 (Closed)
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card	May 5, 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates	May 11 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Answer Key	June 17, 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Result	July 4, 2026 (tentative)
PU Merit List / Counselling	July - August 2026 (tentative)
Batch Commencement	August / September 2026 (tentative)

CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates

Exam	Conducting Body	Exam Dates	Application Period
CUET (UG) 2026	National Testing Agency (NTA)	May 11 - May 31, 2026	January 3 - February 26, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Pass in 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
SC/ST candidates are eligible irrespective of percentage obtained in the qualifying examination (unless otherwise specified).
CUET UG 2026 domain subjects for B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics: Mathematics and Physics.

Admission Process

Register and appear for CUET (UG) 2026 on the NTA portal (cuet.nta.nic.in). The application window for 2026-27 is now closed.
Download CUET UG 2026 admit card from May 5, 2026 (tentative) and appear for the exam between May 11 and May 31, 2026.
Check CUET UG 2026 result on the NTA website (expected July 4, 2026).
Monitor Pondicherry University's admissions portal (admissions.pondiuni.edu.in) for the merit list and counselling schedule.
Participate in PU's online counselling: register, submit preferences, and await seat allotment.
Report to the Puducherry campus with original documents and pay fees to confirm admission.
Documents required: 10th and 12th mark sheets, CUET scorecard, transfer certificate, migration certificate (if applicable), caste certificate (if applicable), passport-size photographs.

PU B.Sc (Hons.) Statistics Scholarships 2026

Pondicherry University offers and facilitates a wide range of scholarships for its students. For UG students, the primary scholarships available are government-funded schemes for SC/ST/OBC students, the NSP (National Scholarship Portal) schemes, and the Government of Puducherry scholarships for UT residents. Differently abled students enjoy full fee exemption. The National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) also offers scholarships for outstanding students in mathematical sciences including statistics.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Government of India SC/ST/OBC Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from respective state governments	As per state government norms
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana	80% in Class 12; parental income up to Rs 4.5 Lakhs; enrolled in UGC-recognised UG course	Rs 82,000 per year
NBHM Scholarship	Students who clear the NBHM examination conducted by the Department of Atomic Energy	As per NBHM norms
Government of Puducherry Merit / Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Students belonging to UT of Puducherry enrolled in PU courses	As per Puducherry Govt norms
Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child (UGC)	Single girl child pursuing UG programme	As per UGC norms
Full Fee Exemption	Differently abled students	All fees waived (except caution deposit and medical insurance)

SC/ST students eligible for Post-Matric scholarships may pay fees after receiving scholarship amounts, within 90 days of admission.
Students are eligible for only one scholarship at a time.
NSP scholarship requires 75% attendance and maintenance of 50% marks.
Scholarship applications are typically submitted online through the respective portals at the beginning of each academic year.

PU B.Sc (Hons.) Statistics FAQs

Ques. What subjects should I have studied in Class 12 to be eligible for B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics at Pondicherry University?

Ans. You must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. While there is no strict subject restriction, having Mathematics at the 10+2 level is strongly recommended as the programme is heavily mathematics-based. For CUET (UG), you should choose Mathematics and Physics as domain subjects.

Ques. Is B.Sc. Statistics at Pondicherry University offered only at the Puducherry campus?

Ans. Yes, unlike B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics which is offered at both Puducherry and Karaikal campuses, B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics is offered only at the Puducherry (Kalapet) main campus with an intake of 30 seats.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics from Pondicherry University?

Ans. Graduates can pursue M.Sc. Statistics, M.Sc. Data Science, MBA, or M.Tech. (Data Science/AI). Career options include data analyst, data scientist, actuary, biostatistician, market research analyst, financial analyst, and government statistician. Statistics graduates are in high demand in sectors like IT, BFSI, healthcare, and government research organisations like NSSO, CSO, and ISI.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Sc. Statistics at Pondicherry University after B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics from PU?

Ans. Yes, Pondicherry University offers M.Sc. Statistics through the Ramanujan School of Mathematical Sciences. Admission is through CUET (PG). PU B.Sc. Statistics graduates are well-prepared for the M.Sc. entrance and have a strong track record of securing admission at PU and other top institutions like IITs, IISc, and ISI.

Ques. How competitive is admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics at Pondicherry University?

Ans. With only 30 seats at the Puducherry campus and admission purely through CUET (UG) scores, the programme is quite competitive. Candidates with strong Mathematics scores in CUET have a better chance. Based on past trends, a high percentile in the Mathematics domain subject is typically required for admission.

Ques. Does the B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics programme at PU include data science and programming?

Ans. Yes, under the NEP 2020 curriculum, the B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics programme at Pondicherry University integrates computational statistics, data science tools, and programming (R, Python) as part of the skill-enhancement and interdisciplinary course components. This makes graduates industry-ready for data-driven roles in addition to traditional statistics careers.

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