PAU Semester & Hostel Rules
Complete 12-Guide Series
Navigate PAU's semester system, hostel rules, and academic policies with this comprehensive guide series. Find the information you need at each stage of your university journey.
Your Journey Through the Semester
First Semester: Registration & Planning
Register for courses and hostel
Guide 2: Registration & Credit LoadGuide 4: Living in Hostels
During Semester: Classes & Attendance
Attend classes and maintain integrity
Guide 3: Attendance RequirementsGuide 5: Academic Honesty
After Results: Assessment & Next Steps
Study smarter for next semester
Guide 8: Study Tips & Exam Prep
Throughout Your Stay: Support & Growth
Build relationships and stay healthy
Guide 9: Faculty InteractionGuide 10: Mental Health & Wellness
Undergraduate Guide Series (Guides 1-6)
1
Understanding Grades & GPA
How grades are calculated, credit points, GPA vs OCPA, passing criteria, compartment exams.
Academic
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2
Course Registration & Credit Load
Registration timeline, adding/dropping courses, credit limits, registration fees, planning tips.
Semester
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3
Attendance Requirements & Exam Eligibility
Minimum attendance (75%), consequences, valid absences, make-up exams, management tips.
Academic
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4
Living in PAU Hostels
Hostel eligibility, allotment, rules, fees, discipline, ragging policy, guest policies.
Hostel
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5
Academic Honesty & Discipline
Cheating consequences, impersonation, ragging, conduct probation, rustication, expulsion.
Integrity
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6
Quick Reference Guide
Condensed overview of all major rules, key deadlines, contact info, and quick tips.
Reference
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Postgraduate Guide Series (Guides 7-11)
7
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Scholarship types, eligibility, application process, education loans, part-time work.
Financial
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8
Study Tips & Exam Preparation
Learning styles, study plan, note-taking, time management, subject tips, exam anxiety.
Academic
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9
Faculty Interaction & Mentorship
Building relationships with professors, office hours, mentorship, recommendation letters.
Development
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10
Mental Health & Wellness
University stress, coping strategies, anxiety, depression, sleep, campus resources.
Wellness
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11
Postgraduate: Master's & Ph.D. Requirements
Master's/Ph.D. admission, 80% attendance, advisory committees, thesis, research grading, comprehensive exams.
Postgrad
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Special Topics & Exceptions (Guide 12)
12
Special Topics: NCC, NSS, NSO, Transfers & International Students
Mandatory co-curricular programs, educational tours, lateral entry/migration, exit procedures, international student policies, summer courses.
Special
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Support & Resources Summary
7
Scholarships & Financial Aid
National scholarships, state scholarships, PAU merit scholarships, education loans, part-time work opportunities.
Financial
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8
Study Tips & Exam Preparation
Effective study techniques, time management, learning styles, exam strategies, subject-specific tips.
Academic
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9
Faculty Interaction & Mentorship
How to approach professors, office hours, building mentorship, getting recommendation letters.
Development
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10
Mental Health & Wellness
Managing stress, coping strategies, sleep hygiene, anxiety management, campus counseling services.
Wellness
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Quick Reference: Key Numbers & Deadlines
Attendance Minimum
UG: 75%
PG: 80%
Below = No exams
PG: 80%
Below = No exams
Credit Load
Normal: 18 credits
Max UG: 26
Max PG: 22
Max UG: 26
Max PG: 22
Minimum GPA
UG: 5.50/10
PG: 6.50/10
Below = Probation
PG: 6.50/10
Below = Probation
Add Courses
Deadline: End of Week 3
After = Can't add
After = Can't add
Drop Courses
Deadline: Before mid-sem exams
After = Must complete
After = Must complete
Hostel Timings
Girls: 7 PM (W) / 8 PM (S)
Boys: 9 PM (W) / 10 PM (S)
Boys: 9 PM (W) / 10 PM (S)
Cheating Penalty
Fail all courses
Conduct probation
2nd time = Debarred
Conduct probation
2nd time = Debarred
Re-evaluation
Apply within 15 days
Up to 50% courses
Max 5% increase
Up to 50% courses
Max 5% increase
Compartment Exams (UG)
Max 3 per semester
One attempt only
Must pass practical
One attempt only
Must pass practical
Pass Marks
UG: 50% in theory & practical
PG: 60% in theory & practical
PG: 60% in theory & practical
Program Duration
UG: 4 sem (2 yr)
Master's: 4 sem (2 yr)
Ph.D.: 6 sem (3 yr)
Master's: 4 sem (2 yr)
Ph.D.: 6 sem (3 yr)
Scholastic Probation
One semester to improve
Fall again = Dropped
Can petition re-admission
Fall again = Dropped
Can petition re-admission
Important Contacts
Academic Issues: Your Dean's Office or Academic Advisor
Hostel Issues: Hostel Warden or Director of Students' Welfare
General Info: Email registrar@pau.edu, +91-161-2400945, +91-161-2401960-79
Important: Before You Start
This guide series is based on official PAU Semester & Hostel Rules 2025-26. For definitive policy interpretation or specific situations, consult official PAU documents or contact your Dean's office.
Rules may change. Check official announcements and college notice boards regularly for updates.
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