Amruta Vihar, Sambalpur, Odisha, India, 768004
Gangadhar Meher University (GMU), located in Sambalpur, Odisha, is a public state university established in 2015. It was formerly known as Gangadhar Meher College, which was established in 1944 and named after the renowned Odia poet, Gangadhar Meher. The institution holds a significant place in the academic and cultural life of western Odisha and has evolved into one of the region’s most prestigious universities.
Academic Programs:
GMU offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across multiple disciplines:
Undergraduate Courses (UG):
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
Postgraduate Courses (PG):
Master of Arts (M.A.) in subjects such as Odia, English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, and Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Zoology, Botany, and Environmental Science
Master of Commerce (M.Com.)
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
Doctoral Programs (Ph.D.):
Available in selected disciplines through entrance and interview processes
Affiliation and Accreditation:
Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC)
Accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Functions as an autonomous university under the Odisha State Government
Campus & Infrastructure:
Located in the heart of Sambalpur city with a spacious urban campus
Equipped with modern infrastructure including digital classrooms, well-stocked library, computer labs, and science laboratories
On-campus hostels for both boys and girls
Multipurpose auditorium and seminar halls
Sports and fitness facilities for students
Research & Development:
Encourages interdisciplinary and socially relevant research
Faculty members are actively involved in publishing in reputed national and international journals
Collaborative research supported by government and external funding bodies
Student Services & Activities:
Active participation in cultural events, seminars, debates, and sports
Career counseling and placement assistance provided through the university's dedicated cell
Scholarships and financial support available for meritorious and economically disadvantaged students
Admissions:
UG admissions through SAMS (Student Academic Management System) Odisha
PG admissions via Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) conducted by the Odisha Higher Education Department
Ph.D. admissions are based on entrance tests and interviews as per university guidelines