Dravidian University is one of the public university came into existence in 1997 with the support by the governments of Tamil Nadu , Karnataka and Kerala for integrated development of Dravidian languages and culture. It is a state type university, situated at Kuppam , Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh , India . The university has been recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The ultimate goal of Dravidian University is to foster and strengthen national integration through broader knowledge and understanding of Dravidian languages, literature, science, culture and technology. Dravidian University is located in the sylvan area of Srinivasavanam, free of pollution and esthetically attractive. As a result, the campus presents a picture of a unique blend of tradition and harmony.
The university comprises many schools as School of Comparative Literature & Translation Studies , School of human & Social Sciences, School of Education & Human Resources Development , School of Herbal Studies & Nature Sciences , School of Information Sciences & Technology and School of Commerce & Management . These all schools covers numerous fields for candidates to be chosen according their interest .
Dravidian University Fees Structure and Courses
DU offers various undergraduate , postgraduate , diploma and certificate courses in different fields . Some UG programmes are B.Sc. , BA , B.Ed, BBM , BSW etc. and PG programmes are MA , M.Sc. , M.Com, M.Ed . etc . Admissions to any course needs a good previous academic session record in the relevant subjects from a recognised institution and should acquire a valid score in any one entrance exam as EDCET /DUCET /ICET /APICET according to the course applied. Before applying in any course the candidate should first go through the website of university and must meet the eligibility criteria of desired course .
The list of courses offered and their duration along with fee structure is given below :-
Dravidian University Fee Structure 2026-27:
| Fees | Course | Duration |
| 3,800 INR | Certificate Course | 1 Years |
| 8,250 INR | Bachelor of Education [B.Ed] | 1 Years |
| 12,450 INR | Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] | 3 Years |
| 12,450 INR | Bachelor of Arts [BA] | 3 Years |
| 12,450 INR | Bachelor of Library and Information Science [B.Lib.I.Sc] | 3 Years |
| 12,450 INR | Bachelor of Social Work [BSW] | 3 Years |
| 14,250 INR | Bachelor of Business Management [BBM] | 3 Years |
| 14,250 INR | Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] | 3 Years |
| 16,500 INR | Master of Arts [MA] | 2 Years |
| 26,450 INR | Master of Education [M.Ed] | 1 Years |
| 39,500 INR | Master of Commerce [M.Com] | 2 Years |
| 55,700 INR | Master of Science [M.Sc] | 2 Years |
How can students pay examination fees at Dravidian University?
UG students can pay their 1st SEMESTER fees by direct bank transfer using the Bank Account Details of the university given below:
Examination fees can be Through Challan/Online crediting
Bank : Union Bank,
Branch : Dravidian University Branch, Kuppam,
A/c. No : 153910011003175,
IFSC CODE : UBIN0815390.
PG students can also pay their 1st SEMESTER fees by direct bank transfer using the same Bank Account Details
You have to send the scanned copy of the Application with the proof of Examination fee payment to the concerned Head of the department.
Following is the fees of hostel and mess for all students studying in different programmes.
| Cost of application form including manual of Hostel | Rs 150 |
| Mess Caution Deposit |
Rs 5500 (for OBC category) ; Rs 4500 (for BC category) ; Rs 3500 (for SC/ST category) |
| Development Fund (need to be paid only for once) | Rs 500 |
| Mess Maintenance Charges | Rs 500 per month |
| Crockery Charges (only for one time) | Rs 500 |
| Hostel Room | Rs 2000 per year |
Contact Us
Address: Dravidian University, Srinivasa Vanam Kuppam – 517 426, Chittoor Dist. (A.P.)
Fax: 08570 – 278209
