Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Gandhinagar
BA Liberal Studies
A 3-year interdisciplinary UG program built for curious minds who refuse to be boxed into one stream.
Key numbers
NIRF Management Rank
#89
Batch Size
60 Seats
Placement Rate (2025)
65%
Average CTC
₹4 LPA
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Requirement
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in any stream.
Admission Mode
Pure merit-based selection — no entrance exam required.
Investment
₹3.6L total
~₹1.2L per year
- Tuition Fee₹1,20,000per year
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
65%
Top recruiters
Hostel & Scholarships On Tap
On-campus hostel facilities are available, and the university offers scholarships that can significantly bring down your total spend. Definitely worth checking the exact scholarship slabs before you apply.
The verdict
Worth considering
PDPU’s BA Liberal Studies is a breath of fresh air if you thrive on interdisciplinary learning and want to skip the typical entrance-exam rat race. The NAAC ‘A’ grade and Capstone Project add real credibility. That said, the ₹4 LPA average CTC and 65% placement rate signal this is a stepping-stone degree, not a direct ticket to a high paycheck. It’s ideal if you’re eyeing civil services, higher studies, HR, or consulting — but less so if you need immediate financial ROI or a hyper-specialized tech career.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Interdisciplinary curriculum
- ✓ Merit-based admission
- ✓ Research & capstone exposure
Doesn't match
- ✗ Immediate high salary
- ✗ Engineering or tech specialization
- ✗ Guaranteed placement