UG programmes	-	Any candidate who has successfully completed the Tamilnadu Higher Secondary course or CBSE/ICSE or any other equivalent courses
PG programmes	-	Any candidate who has successfully completed 10+2+3 years of education
Research programmes	-	Any candidate who has successfully completed PG degree in the related subject

Application form can either be obtained in person at the college administrative office or downloaded from the college website, www. patriciancollege.ac.in

Eligibility Certificate from the University of Madras should be produced by candidates who have passed the following examinations:

• Private candidates from the CBSE under the open school system
• Candidates from CBSE/ISC Board
• Higher secondary or equivalent examinations conducted by all other state boards
• All degree (UG/PG) examinations conducted by universities other than the University of Madras

Programme-wise eligibility criteria are given below:

B.A. English	-	Any group in +2 with 60% in English
B.B.A. - Business Administration	-	Any group in +2; preferably with Commerce and Accountancy
B.Com. Accounting and Finance	-	+2 (Academic or vocational) with Commerce and Accountancy; with 60%; preferably with Business Maths
B.Com. Corporate Secretaryship	-	+2 with Commerce and Accountancy; with 60%
B.Com. General	-	+2 (Academic or vocational) with Commerce and Accountancy; with 60%; preferably with Business Maths
B.C.A - Computer Application	-	+2 (Academic or vocational); preferably with General Maths
B.Sc. Computer Science	-	+2 with Computer Science/Mathematics/Statistics/Business Maths; preferably with General Maths
B.Sc. Mathematics	-	+2 with Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science/ Biology or equivalent
B.Sc. Visual Communication	-	60% in HSC or equivalent; preference given to students with Art/Photography/videography portfolio
B.Sc. Psychology	-	60% in HSC or equivalent; preference given to Pure Science students
B.S.W. - Social Work	-	Any group in +2 and must have working knowledge in Tamil

M.A. English	-	A Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with Part II English for IV Semesters from the University of Madras or any other university accepted by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto.
M.Com. General	-	Pass in any under graduate Commerce degree program or B.B.A degree program offered by any College or a University recognized by the UGC.
M.S.W. - Social Work	-	Pass in any under graduate degree program with working knowledge of Tamil.

M.Phil. Commerce	-	PG in any Commerce subject with minimum of 55% of marks in PG.
M.Phil. Social Work	-	P.G. Degree in Social Work with minimum of 55% of marks in PG

B.C.A. - Computer Application	-	+2 (Academic or vocational); preferably with General Maths
B.Com. Accounting and Finance	-	+2 (Academic or vocational) with Commerce and Accountancy; with 60%; preferably with Business Maths
B.Com. General	-	+2 (Academic or vocational) with Commerce and Accountancy; with 60%; preferably with Business Maths
B.Com. Corporate Secretaryship	-	+2 with Commerce and Accountancy; with 60%
B.Sc. Computer Science	-	+2 with Computer Science/Mathematics/Statistics/Business Maths; preferably with General Maths

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The filled-in application for all the UG/PG programmes along with the required enclosures should reach the College Office within ten days from the date of publication of the Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Examination Results / University Results.

• 10th Marksheet original with 2 photocopies
• 11th Marksheet original with 2 photocopies
• 12th Marksheet original with 2 photocopies
• TC original with 2 photocopies
• Community certificate original with 2 photocopies
• Income certificate(optional)
• Certificate of Proof of special category NCC/NSS/Sports/Ex-Service Men/Differently Abled
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Copy of Aadhar card
• Photos of Parents/Guardian(1 No)/ Student(3 Nos)

• In Person: Application forms can be submitted at the Administrative Office.
  (Timing: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. from Monday to Friday)
• Online Application: Submissions are through online Portals.Interview dates will be intimated through phone/SMS
• The filled in downloaded application should be submitted at the time of interview.

Students seeking admission to this college should conform to the rules of the Institution.

• Read the Prospectus thoroughly before filling in the application form
• Any request for change of programme after admission will not be entertained.
• Guidelines for choosing Part I language (Tamil/Hindi/French)
• The applicant has to choose either Tamil or Hindi or French for Shift-I and Tamil or French for Shift-II.
• It is advisable to choose the language studied already in class X/ XII.
• Students opting for Tamil / Hindi need to have prior exposure of language at school level.
• French is taught from the foundation level.
• No request for change of language will be entertained after admission.
• Community Certificate
• The applicant must ensure that he/she has a proof of community that may be required to be submitted at the time of admission.
• Marks secured in the Board (Qualifying) Examinations
• The marks secured in the Board Examination must be filled in correctly.
• Statement of marks downloaded from internet should be attached as proof.
• Photograph
• Additional 3 Passport size photos of the applicant in formal wear should be submitted at the time of admission.
• Confirmation of Admission
• The admission to the programme will be confirmed only after all the necessary documents are submitted.

A candidate will have to present himself/ herself along with parents for a Personal Interview with the Principal on the date mentioned without fail. The provisional selection will be automatically cancelled if the candidate fails to report for the interview on the scheduled date and time.

The following original certificates and other documents should be produced at the time of interview for verification and must be handed over at the college office once the admission is confirmed:

• Qualifying examination mark statement or Provisional Certificate if any.
• Transfer Certificate and Conduct Certificate.
• Community Certificate (BC/MBC/DNC/SC/ST).
• Certificate of proof for Differently-abled / Sports / NCC / Ex-Servicemen etc.
• Certificate of Medical Fitness issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner.

The applicant and the parent/guardian are required to go through the contents stated in the application form and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the college.

The entrance test for PG and M.Phil. students will be conducted and the date of the test will be intimated by SMS / mail to candidates followed by a personal interview. Candidate should produce all the original certificates for verification at the time of interview. For M.Phil. admission, 50% of the aggregate marks in PG and 50% marks of the Entrance Test marks will be taken into account for ranking and selection.

• After admission to the college, a student is expected to complete his programme in this institution. However, if any student, on his own, desires to discontinue his studies in this institution, he should submit to the Principal an application to this effect, duly countersigned by his legal guardian. Any withdrawal from the college must always be preceded by clearance from the different units of the institution for ex. the college office, library, computer laboratory, etc. A minimum of 10 working days will be required to process such applications.
• For a withdrawal before the commencement of classes, a refund of 100% tuition fee along with 50% of other fees will be admissible.
• For a withdrawal after the commencement of classes, no other fees except 90% of tuition fee will be refunded
• For a withdrawal causing a permanent vacancy in a self-supportive program, for any reason whatsoever, the guardian will be required to pay the fee due for the entire program.
• Generally, the refund of the fees is done after the closure of Half Yearly bank A/c. For the collection of the refund amount and the completion of withdrawal formality the personal appearance of the student along with his legal guardian is essential within one month of the above mentioned period. No request for refund will be granted after the lapse of the stipulated period.

The provisionally selected candidates are expected to pay the prescribed fees by cash / DD to Union Bank of India, St.Michael’s Academy Branch or HDFC extension counter in the college campus on the date and time specified in the call letter, failing which the provisional selection will be cancelled.

Students are subject to rules and the code of conduct framed by the authorities of the College. It shall be the duty of every student to conduct himself / herself with decorum in all places and circumstances.

• College timing
  Shift – I 8.00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Shift – II 1.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.
• Dress Code :
  Boys – Formal Shirt and Pants (No faded or torn jeans and no balloon fitting pants, no wrist bands, ear rings and tattoo marks).
  Girls – Modest Clothes preferably salwar (avoid sleeveless or short tops, flimsy clothes and tights).
• Hairdo
  Boys – Short cut (trimmed beard and no colouring).
  Girls – Neatly tied and colouring not permitted.
• All students must compulsorily wear ID card on campus. If a student loses his/her ID card, a duplicate ID card will be issued on payment of Rs.500/-.
• Students should not use mobile phones in the college campus. Mobile phone if caught, for the first time, will be returned on payment of a fine of Rs.1,000/- . If he/she is caught for the second time, sim card and the mobile phone will not be returned till the end of the year.
• Students are prohibited from taking part in any political activity which is detrimental to the dignity of the college. They are not permitted to participate in live or photographic modeling, fashion shows, stage shows and or any TV programme without prior permission from the authorities.
• Students' misconduct in cyber space, social network, public places and while commuting in public transport shall be dealt with stringent action.
• No student can conduct any meeting in the campus or collect money or distribute any pamphlets/brochures/notice or display any banner without the prior written permission of the authorities.
• If any student is found tampering or misusing the college ID card, library, train/bus pass, strict action will be taken.
• A minimum of 75% attendance is required to take up University examinations and to participate in other curricular and co- curricular activities. The student detained for lack of attendance will redo the semester and will be allowed to write only arrear papers if any. Disciplinary action will be taken on students caught for malpractice during examination.
• Any change in parents’ contact number/address should be notified to the Department and College Office in the prescribed format available in the college office.
• Students coming to college by two-wheelers must possess a valid driving license. Four wheelers are not permitted. Students should park their vehicles in the designated parking area.
• Any student taking a day’s leave must take prior permission from the class tutors. Any student taking leave for more than a day should submit explanation letter to the Principal through Class tutors and concerned HODs explaining the reason for his / her absence.
• Any accident, chronic sickness or long leave on medical grounds should be reported to the Principal.
• Ragging is strictly prohibited. Any student found guilty of ragging will be dealt with severely. Ragging is a punishable offence as per the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Ragging Act. The college has provided a Black Box near the Principal’s Office to drop complaints of any nature.
• Courteous behaviour towards teachers and authorities is expected from every Patrician. If there is any violation, stringent action will be taken.
• Damaging the college property or removal / breaking of any property belonging to the college, faculty or fellow students will lead to disciplinary action and the cost of repairs and replacement will be borne by the offender(s). College will not be responsible for the loss of personal belongings.
• Any lawful / unlawful activity disrupting the peace on the campus will lead to the expulsion of the student. Any student involved in criminal offence including the possession of Narcotic substances, alcohol, sharp weapons and any other harmful substance or items will not be allowed to continue his / her studies in the college.
• The college authorities can frame or modify disciplinary rules from time to time to regulate the conduct of the students inside and outside the college to maintain credibility and reputation of the institution.
• The decisions of the college authorities with regard to the disciplinary proceedings for indiscipline and other unlawful activities are final.