B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University: overview

B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University in Salem, Tamil Nadu is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Each year's batch has 39 seats. The total fee on record is ₹75,190 – ₹1.19 lakh, which works out to about ₹25,000 a year.

Periyar University is a other institute, founded in 1997. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Periyar University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics fees at Periyar University

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at Periyar University as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹75,190 – ₹1.19 lakh
Tuition fee₹1,540 – ₹45,000
Hostel fee₹30,000
Approximate cost per year₹25,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Periyar University before you pay anything.

B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics eligibility

For admission to B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics, you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Periyar University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University

The admission process usually runs like this:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to Periyar University on its website (www.periyaruniversity.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics placements at Periyar University

Going by the latest placement record (2022) show a median package of ₹3.5 lakh at Periyar University. 153 of 118 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics specifically, the average salary on record is ₹50,000 a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other B.Sc specialisations at Periyar University

Periyar University runs 40 B.Sc specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

Is B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University right for you?

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

  • Do the subjects of B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹75,190 – ₹1.19 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does Periyar University compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Salem?

B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University?

The total fee on record for B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University is ₹75,190 – ₹1.19 lakh, about ₹25,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University?

B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

How many seats are there in B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics at Periyar University?

Periyar University has 39 seats in B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics each year.

What is the eligibility for B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics?

You usually need Class 12 with Science subjects. Admission is usually through CUET and merit. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

Which other B.Sc specialisations does Periyar University offer?

Besides B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics, Periyar University offers B.Sc. in Computer Science, B.Sc. in Microbiology, B.Sc. in Computer Science, B.Sc. in Microbiology, B.Sc. in Psychology, B.Sc. in Computer Science, B.Sc. in Biotechnology and B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics and 31 more.

Is Periyar University a government or private college?

Periyar University is a other institute, founded in 1997, located in Salem, Tamil Nadu.