Cardamom Planters' Association College, Bodinayakanur, Theni, affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University, is a prominent institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management. The college typically opens its admission window from April–June 2025 for most programs, with ~180 seats available across UG courses and 10–30 seats per PG specialization. Admission is primarily merit-based, though select programs may require entrance exams such as JEE Main or CAT for professional courses. The total fee for UG programs generally ranges from INR 15,000–40,000 per year, while PG fees are between INR 20,000–55,000 per year. Scholarships based on merit and reserved categories are available, with waivers up to 50% for eligible students.
Cardamom Planters' Association College Admission Deadlines
Cardamom Planters' Association College schedules its admissions cycle annually, with the main application period for UG and PG programs typically spanning April–June 2025. PhD admissions may have separate cycles, often in July–August 2025. The application fee is usually around INR 500–1,200 per program. Deadlines for document submission, entrance exams, and counseling are strictly enforced, and late applications are rarely accepted.
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Program |
Application Window |
Entrance Exam Dates |
Final Admission Deadline |
Application Fee |
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UG (BA, BSc, BCom, BBA) |
April–June 2025 |
NA / As notified |
June 30, 2025 |
INR 500–800 |
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PG (MA, MSc, MCom, MBA) |
April–June 2025 |
May–June 2025 |
July 10, 2025 |
INR 800–1,200 |
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PhD |
July–August 2025 |
August 2025 |
August 31, 2025 |
INR 1,000–1,200 |
Cardamom Planters' Association College UG Admission
Undergraduate admissions at Cardamom Planters' Association College are offered in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Business streams, with ~180 seats distributed across various programs. The most popular UG courses include BA (Business Economics, English, History), BSc, BCom, and BBA. Eligibility requires completion of 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board. Admission is primarily merit-based, though professional programs may require entrance scores such as JEE Main or college-specific tests. The annual tuition fee typically ranges from INR 15,000–40,000. Document verification and fee payment are mandatory for final enrollment.
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Course |
Specializations |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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BA |
Business Economics, English, History |
~60 |
10+2, 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
15,000–25,000 |
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BSc |
NA |
~50 |
10+2 (Science), 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
20,000–30,000 |
|
BCom |
NA |
~40 |
10+2 (Commerce), 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
18,000–28,000 |
|
BBA |
NA |
~30 |
10+2, 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
22,000–40,000 |
Cardamom Planters' Association College PG Admission
Postgraduate programs at Cardamom Planters' Association College include MA, MSc, MCom, and MBA, with 10–30 seats per specialization. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 50% aggregate marks. Admission may require entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, GATE for professional courses, or be based on academic merit and interviews for other streams. The annual fee for PG programs is generally between INR 20,000–55,000. Document verification and payment of fees are required for confirmation of admission.
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Course |
Specializations |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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MA |
Arts disciplines |
10–20 |
BA/Equivalent, 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
20,000–35,000 |
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MSc |
NA |
10–15 |
BSc/Equivalent, 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
25,000–40,000 |
|
MCom |
NA |
10–15 |
BCom/Equivalent, 50%+ |
Merit / Interview |
22,000–38,000 |
|
MBA |
NA |
20–30 |
Any UG Degree, 50%+ |
CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT |
35,000–55,000 |
Cardamom Planters' Association College PhD Admission
PhD admissions at Cardamom Planters' Association College are offered in select research disciplines, with 5–10 seats per cycle. Candidates must possess a master’s degree in a relevant field and typically qualify through JRF/NET or equivalent entrance exams. Admission involves an interview and submission of a research proposal. The annual fee for PhD programs is approximately INR 40,000–60,000, with limited fellowships available for top qualifiers.
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Course |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Annual Fee (INR) |
|
PhD (Arts/Science/Commerce) |
5–10 |
Master’s + JRF/NET |
JRF/NET + Interview |
40,000–60,000 |
Cardamom Planters' Association College Application Process
The application process at Cardamom Planters' Association College is conducted primarily online, with forms available on the official website from April 2025. Applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 500–1,200 depending on the program. Required documents include 10th/12th mark sheets, degree certificates, entrance exam scorecards (if applicable), identity proof, photographs, and category/migration certificates. International students must submit additional documents such as passport, visa, and English proficiency scores. Final selection is based on merit, entrance exam scores, and interview performance.
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Online application submission via college portal
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Upload scanned documents and pay application fee
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Appear for entrance exam/interview (if applicable)
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Document verification and counseling
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Fee payment and enrollment confirmation
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Step |
Details |
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Application Form |
Online submission, April–June 2025 |
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Documents Required |
Mark sheets, certificates, ID proof, photographs, entrance scorecard, category/migration certificate |
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Application Fee |
INR 500–1,200 (non-refundable) |
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Selection Process |
Merit/Entrance exam/interview, counseling |
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Final Admission |
Document verification, fee payment, enrollment |
