Defence Services Staff College
Defence Services Staff College is a government institution in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, established in 1947. UG on Class 12 merit through TNGASA (for government arts and science colleges); PG on merit or the university's entrance. Some universities use CUET-UG/PG.
Key facts
- Location
- The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu
- Type
- Government: Arts, Science & Commerce (general)
- Established
- 1947
- Main entrance
- TNGASA
- AISHE code
- C-77160
- Affiliating university
- Madras University, Chennai
- Courses offered
- BA, B.Sc, B.Com; MA, M.Sc, M.Com at postgraduate colleges
- Eligibility
- UG: Class 12 (subject requirements for B.Sc and B.Com). PG: a bachelor's degree in a related subject.
- Approval to check
- Affiliation to the university (UGC); NAAC grade is a useful quality check; affiliated to Madras University, Chennai
- Affiliating university type
- State Public University
- Institution type
- Affiliated College
- Area
- Urban
- PM-Vidyalaxmi education loan
- Listed: admitted students can apply for a collateral-free education loan
- Before you apply
- The subjects and seats offered, NAAC grade, the affiliating university, and fees. Listed for PM-Vidyalaxmi: admitted students can apply for a collateral-free, guarantor-free education loan (3% interest subvention up to ₹10 lakh of loan for family income up to ₹8 lakh).
- Official website
- dssc.gov.in
Entrance exams Defence Services Staff College accepts
Questions about Defence Services Staff College
How do I get admission to Defence Services Staff College?
UG on Class 12 merit through TNGASA (for government arts and science colleges); PG on merit or the university's entrance. Some universities use CUET-UG/PG.
Which entrance exams does Defence Services Staff College accept?
Defence Services Staff College uses CUET-UG and CUET-PG, depending on the programme. UG on Class 12 merit through TNGASA (for government arts and science colleges); PG on merit or the university's entrance. Some universities use CUET-UG/PG.
Is Defence Services Staff College a government or private institution?
Defence Services Staff College is a government institution (Arts, Science & Commerce (general)).
Where is Defence Services Staff College?
Defence Services Staff College is in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, India.
When was Defence Services Staff College established?
Defence Services Staff College was established in 1947.
Last reviewed October 2026. Admission rules, dates and eligibility change every year, so confirm them on the official website before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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