Management Colleges in Pondicherry 2026

15 Colleges Found

Pondicherry has 16 Management colleges, including Pondicherry University (₹6,500/year, government) and SSN College of Arts and Science (₹45,000/year, private). Admission is based on entrance exams and merit.

Fees range from ₹6,500 to ₹4,046,000 per year. Entrance exams accepted include for Pondicherry University and CUET for private institutions like SSN College of Arts and Science.

SSN College of Arts and Science holds NAAC accreditation. Pondicherry University is ranked by NIRF and TOI. Average rating across colleges is 4.1/5.

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Achariya School of Business & Technology-image

Achariya School of Business & Technology

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Courses
11
Exams
CAT
+3
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 60,000/year
Pondicherry University, Directorate of Distance Education-image

Pondicherry University, Directorate of Distance Education

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Courses
20
Session
2026
Pondicherry University-image

Pondicherry University

4.3
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Pondicherry University is a distinguished Central University established in 1985 in Puducherry, Puducherry. The Pondicherry University offers a total of 253 courses across various disciplines, a non-private college member. PU is renowned; the institute has 18931 students enrolled in various programs including Engineering, Management, and other specialized fields across its 57 departments. This top-ranked premium institute (Pondicherry University) operates through more than 57 specialized departments with over 428 faculty members, maintaining an 18:1 faculty-student ratio. The university campus spans 800 acres. Pondicherry University is committed to academic excellence and is recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier college). Notably, Pondicherry University was ranked 11th by IIRF for Top Government Universities (2025), and also secured the 3rd position among Central Universities in the Outlook-ICARE India Rankings (2024). Furthermore, PU featured in the 101-150 band in the NIRF Overall and University rankings for 2024.

Ranking
101-150 by NIRF (Overall)
Accreditations
AICTE
+2
Courses
195
Exams
CAT
+4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 2,383/year
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Pondicherry Engineering College

4.2
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Puducherry Technological University (PTU) stands as a premier autonomous institution in Puducherry, established in 1985. Formerly Pondicherry Engineering College, PTU is recognized for its robust B.Tech and M.Tech programs in diverse engineering disciplines. It offers a vibrant campus life across 20 acres, fostering academic excellence and career growth.

Ranking
201-300 by NIRF (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
+3
Courses
31
Exams
JEE Main
+2
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 24,650/year
Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology-image

Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology

3.8
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology is a distinguished engineering institute, established in 1999 in Puducherry, Puducherry. The Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology, often known as MVIT Puducherry, offers a total of 14 courses across various disciplines, a non-private college member. MVIT is renowned; the institute has numerous students enrolled in various programs, primarily Engineering, but also Management, Computer Applications, and PhDs in specialized fields across its departments. This top-ranked premium institute (Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology) operates through more than 12 specialized departments with over 170+ faculty members, on a sprawling 35-acre campus. Further, Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology has been ranked 151-200 by NIRF 2023 under the Engineering category. MVIT is committed to academic excellence and is recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier college) and is affiliated with Pondicherry University.

Ranking
203rd by India Today (B.Tech)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
18
Exams
CENTAC
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 42,500/year
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College-image

Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College

3.7
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College stands as a premier autonomous institution located in Puducherry. Established in 1999 and affiliated to Pondicherry University, it holds NAAC 'A' grade accreditation and NBA accreditation. The college is recognized for its academic strength, diverse programs in engineering and other fields, extensive 125-acre campus, and commendable placement record.

Ranking
201-300 by NIRF (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
20
Exams
CENTAC
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 42,500/year
Christ College of Engineering and Technology-image

Christ College of Engineering and Technology

3.5
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Christ College of Engineering and Technology, Puducherry, established in 2007, is a premier institution affiliated with Pondicherry University. Offering diverse B.Tech, M.Tech, and MBA programs, it''s recognized for its academic rigor and expansive 40-acre campus, fostering engineering and management excellence.

Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
8
Exams
CENTAC
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 42,500/year
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology-image

Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
8
Exams
CENTAC
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 32,000/year
Pondicherry Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology-image

Pondicherry Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Courses
5
Exams
CENTAC
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 49,200/year
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Raak Arts and Science College

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
14
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 2,467/year
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Tagore Art College

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Accreditations
AICTE
+2
Courses
23
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 2,467/year
Aditya Institute of Management Science and Research-image

Aditya Institute of Management Science and Research

4.4
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Aditya Institute of Management, Science and Research is an institution located in Puducherry.

Courses
16
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,00,000/year
Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Government Arts College-image

Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Government Arts College

4.2
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Government Arts College, Puducherry is a premier government institution established in 1961 and affiliated with Pondicherry University. Offering a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 19 departments, it stands as a significant hub for arts, science, and commerce education in Puducherry.

Accreditations
NAAC
+1
Courses
7
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 2,167/year
Raak College of Engineering and Technology-image

Raak College of Engineering and Technology

4.3
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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RAAK College of Engineering and Technology, established in 2008 in Puducherry, is an AICTE-approved institution affiliated with Pondicherry University. RAAKCET offers industry-focused B.Tech and MBA programs, emphasizing technical expertise and holistic student development for strong career paths.

Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
8
Exams
CENTAC
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 38,000/year
Sri Venkateshwaraa College of Engineering and Technology-image

Sri Venkateshwaraa College of Engineering and Technology

4.4
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Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Ranking
40th by The Times Of India (B.Tech)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
11
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 44,333/year

Colleges within 30 km of Pondicherry

Thiruvalluvar Arts and Science College Kurinjipadi-image

Thiruvalluvar Arts and Science College Kurinjipadi

3.6
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Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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Thiruvalluvar Arts and Science College, Cuddalore stands as a prominent co-educational institution established in 2000. Affiliated with Annamalai University, it offers diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 9 departments, including Science, Commerce, and Management, fostering strong academic foundations.

Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
15
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 11,100/year
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University College of Engineering Panruti, Anna University

4
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Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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University College of Engineering, Panruti is a constituent college of Anna University Chennai, established in 2008 in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu. Offering core engineering programs like Civil, CSE, ECE, EEE, and Mechanical, UCE Panruti focuses on providing quality technical education. It upholds academic rigor within a supportive learning environment.

Ranking
159th by Anna University (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
109
Exams
TNEA
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 30,000/year
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Jawahar Science College

3.8
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Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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Jawahar Science College is a premier institution in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, established in 2000 and affiliated with Annamalai University. It offers diverse UG and PG programs across 9 departments including Science, Commerce, and Computer Science, fostering a strong academic environment.

Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
17
Session
2026
Krishnasamy College of Science Arts and Management for Women-image

Krishnasamy College of Science Arts and Management for Women

4.4
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Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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Krishnasamy College of Science, Arts & Management for Women, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, is a premier institution established in 1993. Affiliated with Annamalai University and NAAC Accredited with ''B'' Grade, it offers diverse UG and PG programs in science, arts, and management, fostering academic excellence for women.

Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
21
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 14,000/year
St. Joseph's College of Arts & Science (Autonomous)-image

St. Joseph's College of Arts & Science (Autonomous)

4
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Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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St. Joseph''s College of Arts and Science, Cuddalore, established in 1991, is a premier autonomous institution affiliated with Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore. Renowned for its diverse academic programs across 18 departments, it fosters holistic development. With over 6000 students and 200 faculty, it''s a hub for quality education.

Ranking
211th by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
39
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 20,250/year
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Annamalai University, Directorate of Distance Education

Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
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Ranking
101-150 by NIRF (Overall)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
53
Session
2026

Colleges within 60 km of Pondicherry

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Takshashila University

4.5
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Takshashila University is a premier institution located in Ulundurpet, Tamil Nadu, functioning as an autonomous private university established in 2018. It offers over 100 diverse UG, PG, and PhD programs across 10 schools, fostering a dynamic academic environment on its expansive 250-acre campus.

Accreditations
AIU
+1
Courses
90
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,25,000/year
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Surya Group of Institutions

4
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Surya Group of Institutions, established in 1999 in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, is a diverse educational conglomerate. Offering programs across engineering, arts, science, polytechnic, education, and nursing on a 100-acre campus, it focuses on holistic student development.

Ranking
241st by Anna University (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
24
Exams
TANCET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 55,000/year
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IFET College of Engineering

4
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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IFET College of Engineering, Villupuram, established in 1998, is a premier institution affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. Spread across a 37-acre green campus, IFET offers 12 diverse UG and PG engineering, management, and computer applications programs, focusing on academic excellence and holistic student development.

Ranking
250th by India Today (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
19
Exams
TANCET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 55,000/year
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Mailam Engineering College

4.1
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Mailam Engineering College stands as a premier institution located in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1998 and affiliated with Anna University, it offers diverse B.E./B.Tech, M.E., MBA, and MCA programs across 13 departments. Known for its academic strength and sprawling 50-acre campus, the college fosters a vibrant learning environment.

Ranking
236th by India Today (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
21
Exams
TANCET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 50,000/year
BWDA Arts and Science College-image

BWDA Arts and Science College

3.9
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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BWDA Arts & Science College, Viluppuram, is a prominent co-educational institution established in 2007. Affiliated with Annamalai University, it offers 18 undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 11 departments. The college focuses on fostering academic excellence and a vibrant campus ecosystem in Tamil Nadu.

Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
14
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 17,000/year
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Indo American College

3.8
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Cheyyur, Tamil Nadu
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Indo-American College, established in 1998, is a premier institution located in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, affiliated with Thiruvalluvar University. Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management, it fosters a vibrant academic environment for holistic student development.

Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
24
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 18,000/year
Sri Aravindar Arts & Science College-image

Sri Aravindar Arts & Science College

3.2
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Sri Aravindar Arts & Science College, Villupuram, is a premier co-educational institution affiliated with Annamalai University. Established in 2007, it offers a wide array of UG and PG programs across 9 departments. With a NAAC B+ grade and a sprawling 30-acre campus, it focuses on quality education.

Accreditations
AICTE
+3
Courses
9
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 37,000/year
Tirukkoilur College of Arts & Science-image

Tirukkoilur College of Arts & Science

3.6
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Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Tirukkoilur College of Arts and Science, established in 2015, is an affiliated college of Annamalai University located in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu. It offers 14 undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 10 departments, fostering a vibrant academic environment focused on holistic development.

Accreditations
UGC
Courses
21
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 25,000/year
Dr.R.K.Shanmugam College of Arts and Science-image

Dr.R.K.Shanmugam College of Arts and Science

Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
24
Session
2026
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Surya School of Management Studies

Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Courses
4
Exams
TANCET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 17,500/year
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Dr Pauls Engineering College

Villupuram, Tamil Nadu
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Courses
17
Exams
TANCET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 87,000/year

Colleges within 100 km of Pondicherry

Thiruvalluvar College of Engineering and Technology-image

Thiruvalluvar College of Engineering and Technology

3.5
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Vandavasi, Tamil Nadu
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Thiruvalluvar College of Engineering and Technology is a premier institution located in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2000 and affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, it offers a strong academic foundation across 10 undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programs. The college focuses on nurturing technical talent for the future.

Ranking
149th by Anna University (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
24
Exams
TANCET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 87,000/year
Sri Malolan College of Arts And Science-image

Sri Malolan College of Arts And Science

4.1
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Maduranthakam, Tamil Nadu
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Sri Malolan College of Arts and Science, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, is a NAAC B+ accredited institution established in 2000, affiliated with the University of Madras. It offers 16 diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 14 departments, including Commerce and Computer Science, promoting a vibrant academic environment.

Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
14
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 6,000/year
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Annamalai University

4.5
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Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
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Annamalai University Post Graduate Extension Centre, Viluppuram, Tamil Nadu, serves as a key off-campus facility of the renowned Annamalai University. Located in Viluppuram, it primarily focuses on offering a range of post-graduate programs, extending quality higher education to the region''s students.

Ranking
201-300 by NIRF (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AIU
+2
Courses
256
Exams
NEET
+4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 51,540/year
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