Established in 1985, Pondicherry University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Puducherry (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Karaikal, Port Blair. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Pondicherry University (PU) is a very large coeducational Indian higher education institution. Pondicherry University (PU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 37 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Indian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. PU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.