Holy Cross College (Autonomous)

Holy Cross College, Tiruchirappalli, is a private, autonomous Catholic institution established in 1923. It is an Arts and Science College for Women in Tamil Nadu, affiliated to Bharathidasan University and graded 'A++' by NAAC.

Key details of the college are listed below.

Holy Cross Trichy ranking by NIRF 2024 is 41 out of 300 colleges in the overall category. MyKollege Ranking places the college at 119 out of 321 colleges in India in 2025.

BSc is the popular course offered at Holy Cross Trichy. Candidates must pass 10+2 from a recognized board to be eligible for admission.

Final selection is based on merit in the qualifying examination. Holy Cross Trichy fees for BSc range from INR 26,085 to INR 86,940.

Admissions for Holy Cross Trichy 2025 are now closed. The tentative dates for admission to Holy Cross Trichy 2026 are given below.

The application mode for Holy Cross Trichy is offline or online. Admission is entrance-based with an interview.

The placement report of Holy Cross Trichy 2025 has not been released yet. According to the NIRF 2025 report, out of a total of 1874 students, 722 were placed across the UG and PG programs in the Holy Cross Trichy Placement 2024.

For 3-year UG programs, the median package offered was INR 2.4 LPA. For 2-year PG programs, the median package was INR 3 LPA.

A campus tour video by Holy Trichy Official, a YouTube Channel, showcases the Holy Cross Trichy campus buildings, canteen, library, playground, classrooms, and labs.

Holy Cross College, Tiruchirappalli, is affiliated to Bharathidasan University. It is an autonomous Catholic institution for women, established in 1923.

Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli, offers UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate, and PG Diploma courses. UG programs include BSc, BA, B.Com, and BCA. PG programs include MSc, MA, M.Com, MCA, and MSW.

Admission to all UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma, and PG Diploma courses is based on merit in the qualifying examination. A written test and interview conducted by the institute are also part of the selection process.

UG and PG Courses, Eligibility, and Fees

Candidates can get the application form along with the prospectus from the college office in person. The application fee must be paid at that time.

The application form must be submitted either in person or by post. Follow these steps to apply:

• Get the application form from the college office.
• Pay the application fee in cash or through a DD.
• Fill up the application form with valid details.
• Attach all the required documents.
• Submit the application form either by post or in person.

Documents Required

• Photograph
• Community Certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Conduct Certificate
• Mark-sheet of the qualifying examination

Holy Cross Trichy has published the year-wise trend of median packages offered to students. The median package for the 3-year UG program increased from INR 2.2 LPA to INR 2.3 LPA from 2022 to 2023, and further increased to INR 2.4 LPA in 2024.

For the 4-year UG program, the median package increased from INR 2.6 LPA to INR 3 LPA from 2022 to 2023, and further increased to INR 3.6 LPA in 2024.

The 2-year PG program also recorded a growing trend. The median package increased from INR 2.5 LPA to INR 3 LPA from 2022 to 2024.

Holy Cross College (Autonomous) Tiruchirappalli reported placement data for 1876 total students, with 722 students placed. The median package offered was 3 LPA.

Holy Cross Trichy has been ranked by agencies like NIRF and Outlook. The ranks are given under several categories, including Overall, Commerce, Science, and Computer Applications.

In Tiruchirappalli, St. Joseph's College and Holy Cross College are both well-regarded institutions with strong placement records and reputations for academic excellence. St. Joseph's College generally holds a higher NIRF ranking for arts and science colleges.

The fees of St. Joseph's College are comparatively less than Holy Cross Trichy, while the placements are slightly better. The following table compares both colleges.

Holy Cross Trichy provides the following campus facilities.

• Smart Classrooms: Digitally enabled classrooms with audio-visual tools.
• Well-Stocked Library: Over 90,000 books, 100+ journals, e-resources via INFLIBNET and DELNET.
• Laboratories: Well-maintained labs for Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Psychology, Botany, Zoology, and Biotechnology.
• Language Lab: For improving communication and soft skills.
• Research Centres: Active research departments in Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences, among others.
• Wi-Fi Campus: Internet access is available in major academic zones.
• E-learning Platforms: Integration with Google Classroom, Moodle, and college LMS.
• On-Campus Hostels: Separate hostels for UG and PG students with clean, safe, and supervised environments.
• Mess and Dining: Nutritious food provided; both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
• Playgrounds: Well-maintained grounds for cricket, basketball, volleyball, kabaddi, and athletics.

Ques. Which top companies recruit from Holy Cross, and what are placement outcomes like?

Recruiters include top firms like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Amazon, Cognizant, BYJU’S, Capgemini, and more. Placements cover UG, PG, and doctoral students.

In 2024, the placement rate was about 38.5%, with 722 out of 1874 students placed.

• Median package for 3-year UG: ₹2.4 LPA
• Median package for PG: ₹3 LPA
• Median package for 4-year UG: ₹3.6 LPA

Holy Cross College, Trichy, offers a wide range of undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs.

UG programs include B.Sc. in disciplines like Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Biotechnology. B.A. programs are available in Economics, History, and English.

Other programs include B.Com (Commerce), BBA (Business Administration), B.Voc (Software Development), and B.Voc (BFSI).

The hostel fees at Holy Cross College, Trichy, typically range from INR 15,000 to INR 30,000 per year.

This excludes mess fees, which are paid separately.

Yes, for research purposes, a Centre for Research and Development has been established by the college authorities at Holy Cross Trichy.

Holy Cross Trichy has a collaboration with many companies through which the institute provides diverse placement opportunities to the students.