Post Graduate Diploma in Public Service and Administration - Overview

The Department stands out for the high profiles of its faculty in terms of the pedagogic innovativeness and research accomplishment. The current team of well-experienced faculty in the department contribute to research in broad and diverse areas. Publications of faculty focus on issues of current significance. The high standard of the publications earns them places in the popular Scopus indexed and Web of Science journals across the globe.

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Application Process

Applications are available online.

Applications for each programme will close approximately a week before the scheduled selection process.

All applicants must visit the page: https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/ and register by entering NAME (as printed on Class 10 Marks Card), EMAIL-ID and set a password (the email id and mobile number provided will be used for sending confirmation and application status-update messages). An applicant can apply for as many programmes using the same ID as long as the prescribed eligibility criteria for the specific programme is fulfilled.

Applicants must have the following documents before filling the application online:

Copy of statement of marks of Class 10, Class 11/ 12 and Degree Marks Cards (Mandatory).
Fill-in all the details in the “detailed application” page. Scan and upload a recent passport-size photograph (3.5 cms x 4.5 cms formal dress with white background) and click “Submit”. On clicking Submit, a viewable and editable page will appear on the screen. In case you need to make any corrections; you may edit the data/details and then click “Confirm Submission”.

Make payment using a card and after successful payment, click on submit. A 9 (nine) digit application number will be generated. If unable to print the application form due to system/power/internet failure, logon to https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/ under the “Application Status” page enter the registered Email-ID and password to view and print the application form (after the payment if you do not receive the 9 (nine) digit application number, then your application process is incomplete, and the payment will go in for refund process. The refund will take about 15 days and must be checked with your bank).

Important
Candidates falling under any of these categories (PIO / OCI / SAARC / AFRICA / ASEAN / OTHER FOREIGN NATIONALS) must send the required supporting documents (Copy of Passport, Copy of PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable, and a Copy of Class 10, Class 12 and Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (if result awaited, marks card till the last semester/year) in an A4 size Envelope ONLY through Registered Post / Courier to The Co-ordinator, Office of International Affairs, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road, Bengaluru - 560 029, Karnataka, India, Phone: +91 80 4012 9439

All candidates have to Upload all the qualification-related documents (Class 10, Class 12, and Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (if result awaited, marks card till the last semester/year)), in the given link on your application status login page under the document upload tab within five (5) days after submitting the application form online. Else your application will be rejected.
All applicants must take a print of the application form and keep it for reference, and make note of the username and password, application number, programme applied for, and selection process date for all further purposes.
All travel arrangements, if necessary, have to be made in advance.
The Important Dates section must be referred to prior to filling the application. Candidates must choose the selection process dates from available options while filling the application online.
No request for change of date/city will be entertained.
Applicants applying while in their final year of schooling must carry the marks card up to the previous year when they report to the selection process venue. Documents to be carried are application printout along with the original class X, and class XI / XII marks cards and a set of photocopies.
Original marks cards and ID proof will be verified during the selection process.

Office of Admissions will communicate with the applicant only through the university website www.christuniversity.in under the link “Application Status” or click the link: https://appstat.christuniversity.in

International Category

International students coming from Non-English speaking countries should:

produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores

Candidates without the above pre-qualifications will have to enroll either for

Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the following options to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Direct mode Application

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

NRI Category

Students are welcome to apply under the Non-Resident Indian category for the programmes offered by the University.

Students who fall under any of the following classifications can apply under NRI Student category and be liable to pay the fees applicable to the category for the entire duration of the programme.

NRI defined under the Indian Income Tax Law
Either of the parents is outside India (except Nepal) on Work Permit / Resident Permit.
Indian citizen financed by any Institution / agency outside India, even if parents are Residents of India.
Indian Citizen who has pursued studies for qualifying examination in any foreign / Indian syllabus outside India.
NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the programme for candidates who:

Admission to all programmes is based on academic achievement and CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Selection Process. Candidates should submit the final results of class 12 on or before July 15th of the admission year.

Applicants must read through the Selection process, Fee Structure and other details under the preferred programme given on our website before proceeding with the application process.

Admission Process

Selection process results will be available on https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/ according to the Important Dates section. Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission that will be valid up to the date mentioned in the Offer of admission.

All selected candidates must note that admission is provisional and subject to University rules.

Selected candidates must download the offer of admission on the ‘Application Status’ link on the University website.

To process admission

Candidates must choose the preferred date and time from available options to facilitate a smooth admission process.
Admission must be processed in person at the campus where the programme is offered as published in the offer of admission.
As per UGC guidelines, fee payment has to be made through online/NEFT mode.
Payment options and details will be available in the Offer of admission.
Fees for the first year including non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 5000/-must be paid in full as part of the admission process.

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

Class 10 Marks Statement and Class 11/12 Marks Statement (Mandatory).
Transfer Certificate (TC) of Class 12 from the last qualified institution must be submitted by 15 July 2024 (Mandatory).
Migration Certificate of Class 12 (applicable for all candidates except Karnataka state board applicants) must be submitted by 15 July 2024 (Mandatory).
One Stamp size and one passport size photograph formal dress with a white background (Mandatory).
Two Copies of the Online Payment Receipt (Mandatory).
Copy of valid ID proof (Aadhar Card / Aadhar Enrolment Receipt / PAN Card / Voter ID Card).
Candidates falling under any of these categories (NRI / PIO / OCI / SAARC / AFRICA / ASEAN / OTHER FOREIGN NATIONALS) have to submit:

Copy of Passport and Visa Details (Mandatory).
PIO / OCI have to produce a copy of the PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable (Mandatory).
Foreign Nationals has to submit the Medical Fitness Certificate (MFC) from any recognized medical practitioner certified by the Medical Council of India and (If available while applying)
Resident Permit (RP) (If available while applying)

All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification during the admission process.

An undertaking for pending original documents unavailable currently [applicable only for candidates writing/passing their exam in March – June – 2024], must be submitted to the Office of Admissions. These documents must be submitted on or before 15 July 2024.

Failure to submit the pending documents will be treated as unsuccessful in the qualifying examination or considered “Not Eligible”, and admission will be terminated from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) without any claim.

All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process and must carry relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card).

The University ID card is a smart card, which is both an ID cum ATM card with a chip containing the student personal details. All transactions within the University campus after the commencement of classes, including fee payment, will be processed only through this card. It is also an access card for Library and other restricted places.

Selected candidates who fall under International student category (ISC) should register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO / FRO) of the Local Police in Bengaluru, India within 14 working days from the date of admission or arriving in Bengaluru.

The date of commencement of the academic Year 2024 will be intimated during the admission process.

Please Note:
The University does not collect any capitation/donation other than the fees mentioned on the website.
All those admitted to the programme will have to purchase a laptop at their own cost if required by the department.
Admitted students who wish to avail bank loan will be provided with a recommendation letter on request by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
The decision of the admission committee is final and binding.

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

The University does not collect any type of Capitation / Donation other than the fee mentioned in the website.
If the Application is incomplete or incorrect, the University Management has the right to reject it.
Kindly do not send any original marks cards through post or courier.
Ignorance of the Terms, Conditions, and guidelines will not be considered as an excuse for non-fulfillment of any stipulated process.
The University shall allot the seat to the selected MBA (Central/Kengeri) candidate in the Bangalore Central campus or Kengeri campus based on the availability of seats.
All selected candidates must note that admission is provisional and subject to University rules.
It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for 2 years, there will be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.
Fees should be paid within the stipulated date for the first year and before the commencement of final examinations of the 2nd semester, 4th Semester, 6th Semester, and 8th Semester for the consecutive years.
All those admitted to the programme will have to purchase a laptop at their own cost.
Admitted student who wish to avail Bank Loan will be provided a recommendation letter on request by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
The decision of the Admission Committee is final and binding.

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:

Delhi NCR Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,
Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)

Selection Process

Undergraduate Programmes

Postgraduate Programmes

Eligibility

Fee Structure - 2024

Year

All Indian States

NRI

SAARC/AFRICA/

OCI/PIO/ASIAN

Other Foreign Nationals

Time of Payment

191,000 INR

321,000 INR

4,700 USD

5,400 USD

Within seven days of the declaration of the Selection Process Result

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).

To claim the Indian category fee, the candidates should have studied last 7 years in India. (Not applicable for OCI, PIO and Foreign Nationals).
Admission registration fee of INR 5000/- is non-refundable in the event of cancellation of admission. This fee will be apart from cancellation charges if applicable.
All Candidates If “Selected” after appearing for the final selection process, the fee may be paid through the following option: Payment can be made through Net banking / NEFT / RTGS Payment / Transfer of fees does not guarantee admission.