Department of Earth Sciences, Pondicherry University

Last date for applying - 11th June 2026

Heartiest congratulations to our Department’s B.Sc. 3rd-year (NEP) Applied Geology students for their outstanding achievement in qualifying for IIT-JAM 2026—one of the most prestigious and competitive examinations.

We are proud to celebrate the success of:
• Ankita Prakash – AIR 72
• Pavithra R Nair – AIR 156
• Aravind H – AIR 159
• Abhinav S Prem – AIR 161
• Harsh*t Pandey – AIR 190
• Prithviraj R S – AIR 392
• Nadhana Nadakkal – AIR 465
• Balamani J Nair – AIR 961
• Yamuna M – AIR 983
• Navya R S – AIR 1014

Your dedication, perseverance, and hard work have brought immense pride to the department. Wishing you all continued success in your future endeavors! 💐

Very interesting and insightful talk delivered today by Prof. Tsuyoshi Komiya, Department of Earth Science & Astronomy, The University of Tokyo, Japan, on “Estimate of Nutrient Contents of Seawater and Biological Evolution Through Geologic Time”. The students and faculty enjoyed the talk and the Q&A session that followed.
Thanks to Prof. Komiya for kindly agreeing and finding time from his busiest schedule.

Department of Earth’ Sciences, Pondicherry University cordially invites you to a GUEST LECTURE by
Prof. Tsuyoshi Komiya from Department of Earth Science & Astronomy, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Topic: Estimate of Nutrient Contents of Seawater and Biological Evolution Through Geologic Time
Date: 6 March 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: JAK Tareen Seminar Hall, Department of Earth Sciences, Pondicherry University

All are cordially invited!

Geological fieldwork and lithological mapping of the Cuddapah Supergroup rock formations were carried out by the Integrated MSc 4th Year (2022–27 batch) and the Regular MSc 1st Year (2025–27 batch) Applied Geology students of our departmentGeological fieldwork and lithological mapping of the Cuddapah Supergroup rock formations were carried out by the Integrated MSc 4th Year students (2022–27 batch) and the Regular MSc 1st Year students (2025–27 batch) of the Department of Applied Geology. This field investigation forms an essential and rigorous component of the university curriculum. The programme was successfully conducted under the meticulous training and guidance of Prof. Nurul Absar and Dr Amitava Chatterjee.

The department sincerely acknowledges the support and cooperation of officials from various government departments and local people, whose assistance greatly contributed to the successful completion of the fieldwork.. This field investigation forms an essential and hardcore component of the university curriculum. The programme was successfully conducted under the meticulous training and guidance of Prof. Nurul Absar and Dr. Amitava Chatterjee.

The department sincerely acknowledges the support and cooperation of officials from various government departments and local people, whose assistance greatly contributed to the successful completion of the fieldwork.

A few clicks from today’s Pongal celebration at the department.
Prof. K Srinivasamoorthy and Prof. Rajneesh Bhutani inaugurated the event, briefly addressing the significance and cultural importance of such festivities within institutions, the vibrant and joyful atmosphere of the department, and the positive impact they have on students’ overall growth, including their academic success.
Thanks to all the students for the beautiful decorations, delicious lunch and excellent arrangements.
“Happy Pongal” 💐💐💐

We are delighted to share that Dr AMITAVA CHATTERJEE, the dynamic and resourceful faculty from our department, is convening a scientific session at the prestigious international “GOLDSCHIMDT CONFERENCE 2026” to be held in Montreal, Canada, from 12th-17th July 2026.

The title of the session is “FROM SUTURES TO SUMMITS: DECODING THE GEODYNAMIC EVOLUTION OF OROGENS THROUGH TIME”, and abstracts are invited for submission under the theme - Dynamics and Evolution of the Lithosphere.

An opportunity not to be missed to showcase your research to a global audience and contribute to advancing and evolving science. Cheers!

Ayudha Pooja celebration at the Department of Earth Sciences.

International Coastal Cleanup Day (ICCD) – 2025

Pledge – Rally – Coastal Cleanup @ Kalapet Beach, Opposite to Pondicherry University, Puducherry, jointly organised by:
1. Pondicherry University (Department of Earth Sciences, Department of Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Centre for Pollution Control, Civil Engineering Wing, Office of Hostels and Services, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Office of Dean Students’ Welfare, NCC, NSS, &
Office of Green Campus),
2. Oulgaret Municipality,
3. Puducherry Technological University,
4. Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology,
5. Association for Promoting Sustainability in Campuses and Communities,
6. National Centre for Coastal Research,
7. Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India

The main objective of the beach cleanup drive is to inspire people to clean up beaches, raise awareness about the importance of preserving and protecting the world’s oceans and waterways, and address the issue of marine trash.

Thanks to Prof. K Srinivasamoorthy (Program Coordinator), Thiru. A. Sureshraj, Commissioner, Oulgaret Municipality, university administration and authorities from other departments, all participant faculties, staff and students for their enthusiastic contribution and support in making the cleanup and awareness drive highly successful.

Heartiest congratulations to Dr Nagaraju Kanna for his selection as the Best Teacher Award from our department.
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