Undergraduate Program
B.Sc Physics at St. Xavier's College, Palayamkottai
Three years of classic physics fundamentals—Mechanics, Quantum, Electronics—wrapped in a legacy campus with hostel life and fees that won't haunt your wallet.
NAAC Accreditation
UGC recognized with a solid accreditation score
Key numbers
Annual Fee
₹22,000
Total Program Fee
₹66,000
Seat Intake
80
Duration
3 Years
Hostel
Available
Investment
₹0.7L total
~₹0.2L per year
- Tuition & Other Fees (Year 1)₹22,000per year
- Tuition & Other Fees (Year 2)₹22,000per year
- Tuition & Other Fees (Year 3)₹22,000per year
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Subjects
Physics and Mathematics are mandatory at the 10+2 level
Minimum Aggregate
At least 50% in Class 12 board exams
Admission Mode
Purely merit-based with no entrance exam required
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
50%
Top recruiters
Heads Up: Sparse Placement Data
The available placement metrics are limited (data confidence is low). While TCS, Infosys, and Wipro do hire here, many Physics grads traditionally pivot toward M.Sc, B.Ed, or government exams. Do your own LinkedIn scouting of recent alumni before you decide.
The verdict
Worth considering
This is a budget-friendly, legacy-backed B.Sc Physics with NAAC 'A' status and hostel facilities—ideal if you want a low-debt foundation and plan to upskill through certifications or higher studies. However, with a 50% placement rate and unclear salary benchmarks, treat it as a stepping stone rather than a direct corporate launchpad. Skip if you are chasing guaranteed high-paying placements or cutting-edge research infrastructure.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Low total fees
- ✓ Hostel accommodation
- ✓ Merit-based admission
- ✓ Legacy institution
Doesn't match
- ✗ High placement salary transparency
- ✗ Cutting-edge research infrastructure
- ✗ Guaranteed corporate placement rate