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Admission to Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU) is primarily merit-based, focusing on Gujarat board and ACPC merit lists, with additional options through JEE All India Rank. Seat distribution includes 50% for ACPC, 35% for All India, and 15% for NRI categories. The university offers a highly-regarded Petroleum Engineering program with strong placements, averaging Rs 7-10 lakhs per annum and a top package of Rs 25 lakhs. Major recruiters include ONGC, Reliance, and Shell, and placement rates for this course range from 80-95%.
The faculty is highly qualified, with many holding PhDs and connections to IITs and NITs, facilitating a supportive learning environment. Tuition fees are notably high, ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 1.2 lakh per semester, with total annual costs exceeding Rs 3-4 lakhs, potentially challenging for middle-class families. Scholarships are available, including 100% tuition waivers for top JEE Main or ACPC ranks and 50% waivers based on merit. Additional financial support comes from the Merit Cum Means Scholarship and government schemes like the Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana.
Loans are available from banks like SBI and Oriental Bank of Commerce. Internships start from the 4th semester, with placements in the 7th, supported by a dedicated training and placement cell. Various internships are offered, including stipends, with opportunities in rural, industrial, and research settings. Despite high fees, PDPU is valued for its educational quality, particularly in specialized fields like Petroleum Engineering.
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