Pondicherry University boasts a sprawling campus with state-of-the-art infrastructure, including a well-stocked library, modern cafeterias, and comfortable hostels. The university also offers excellent sports facilities, labs, and medical services to support student life. With seamless connectivity, the campus is easily accessible by air, train, bus, and car.
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Library | Ananda Rangapillai Library (80,000 sq. ft.): Air-conditioned, Wi-Fi enabled, 24/7 remote access, collection of 4.97 lakhs resources, including 2.7 lakh e-resources. |
| Cafeteria | 3 canteens offering South and North Indian food, Chinese cuisine, and coffee bars by Fresh & Honest Breweries. Open from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM. |
| Hostels | 17 hostels: 11 for men, 5 for women, 1 for foreign students. Special provisions for SC/ST and differently-abled students. Well-furnished AC and non-AC rooms for foreign students. |
| Sports Complex | Includes Cricket Ground, Outdoor Stadium with cinder track, Multi-Sports Complex, and facilities for Cricket, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, etc. |
| Shuttle Service | 8 buses running on various routes. Battery-operated vehicles for campus transport from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM. |
| Labs | Well-equipped labs for various disciplines: Chemistry, Computer, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Medical, Physics, Media, Microbiology, and more. |
| Gym | On-campus gym facilities to promote fitness among students. |
| Hospital / Medical Facilities | On-campus healthcare services for students. |
| Wi-Fi Campus | Entire campus is Wi-Fi enabled for seamless internet access. |
| Auditorium | A large auditorium for academic and cultural events. |
| Convenience Store | A convenience store offering daily essentials on campus. |
| Banking Services | On-campus bank and ATM facilities for students and staff. |
| Bookshop | Well-stocked bookstore offering academic materials and supplies. |
| Guest House | Comfortable guest houses available for visitors and guests. |
| Post Office | On-campus post office for all postal services. |
| Shopping Complex | A shopping area for students and staff. |
| Mode of Transport | Details |
|---|---|
| By Air | Puducherry Airport (12 km away) or Chennai International Airport (150 km away) with taxi or bus options to the university. |
| By Train | Nearest station: Puducherry Railway Station (12 km). Taxis and buses are available from the station to the campus. |
| By Bus | Puducherry Bus Terminus (10 km away). Taxis and buses available for transport to the university. |
| By Car | Drive directly to Kalapet on the East Coast Road. Pondicherry University is located in this area. |
For more detailed directions, you can visit the official website of Pondicherry University.
