Ravenshaw University, Cuttack
Cuttack, Cuttack, Odisha, India, 751003
About the Institute
Ravenshaw University, located in Cuttack, Odisha, is one of the most prestigious and historic institutions in eastern India. It traces its origins back to Ravenshaw College, which was established in 1868 during the British era and later upgraded to a university in 2006. With a legacy of over 150 years, it has played a vital role in shaping the intellectual and political landscape of the region.
Key Highlights:
1. Academic Programs:
Ravenshaw University offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil., and doctoral programs across diverse disciplines:
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Undergraduate Programs (UG):
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B.A., B.Sc., B.Com. (Hons)
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BBA, BCA
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Integrated B.Ed. and other specialized UG courses
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Postgraduate Programs (PG):
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M.A., M.Sc., M.Com.
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MBA, MCA, and other professional master's degrees
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Research Programs:
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M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs in multiple disciplines
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2. Faculties and Schools:
The university comprises several schools and departments, including:
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School of Languages
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School of Social Sciences
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School of Natural Sciences
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School of Commerce and Management
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School of Information and Computer Sciences
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School of Education
3. Affiliation and Recognition:
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Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC)
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Accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a high grade
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Operates as a unitary university governed by the Odisha state government
4. Campus & Infrastructure:
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The historic campus is located in the heart of Cuttack, spread across 87 acres
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Colonial-era buildings blended with modern infrastructure
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Facilities include:
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Central library and department-specific libraries
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Advanced science and computer labs
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Digital classrooms and e-learning support
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Auditorium, seminar halls, and student activity centers
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Residential hostels for male and female students
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Sports complex and gymnasium
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5. Research & Innovation:
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Encourages interdisciplinary research with funding from national and state agencies
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Active publication and collaboration in national/international journals
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Research centers and cells for innovation and entrepreneurship
6. Student Life:
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Rich tradition of student societies, literary and cultural events, and NSS/NCC units
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Regular organization of fests, seminars, and outreach activities
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Career counseling, skill development, and placement assistance provided
7. Admissions:
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UG admissions through merit list based on Class 12 results
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PG and Research admissions via Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) and university-level entrance tests
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Reservation and weightage criteria as per government norms
Undergraduate/ Bachelors (UG)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Zoology
- Botany
- Biotechnology
- Geology
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Information Technology Management (ITM)
- Information Science & Telecommunication (IST)
- Economics
- Geography
Bachelor of Arts (B.A)
- English
- History
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Philosophy
- Geography
- Journalism and Mass Communication
- Education
- Economics
- Hindi
- Mathematics
- Odia
- Political Science
- Sanskrit
- Statistics
Bachelor of Commerce
- B. Com
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Business Administration
Postgraduate/ Masters (PG)
Masters in Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Botany
- Zoology
- Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Computer Science
- Geography
- Information Science And Telecommunication
- Statistics
- Analytical Chemistry
- Information Technology Management
Masters in Commerce
- Entrepreneurship
- Commerce
Masters in Computer Applications
- M.C.A
Master in Business Administration
- MBA
Master in Philosophy(M. PHIL)
- English
- Odia
- Geography
- Commerce
- Education
- Management
- Hindi
- History
- Statistics
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sanskrit
- Sociology
- Zoology
PhD (Doctorate Degree)
PhD in Science & Technology
- Ph.D. in Physics
- Ph.D. in Chemistry
- Ph.D. in Mathematics
- Ph.D. in Geology / Earth Sciences
- Ph.D. in Computer Science
- Ph.D. in Botany
PhD in Commerce & Management
- Ph.D. in Commerce
- Ph.D. in Business Administration (Ph.D. in Management)
- Ph.D. in Economics
PhD in Arts & Humanities
- Ph.D. in English Literature
- Ph.D. in History
- Ph.D. in Political Science
- Ph.D. in Sociology
- Ph.D. in Psychology
- Ph.D. in Philosophy
- Ph.D. in Education
- Ph.D. in Hindi
- Ph.D. in Geography
- Ph.D. in Sanskrit
- Ph.D. in Statistics
- Ph.D. in Zoology
- Ph.D. in Odia
Dual Degree/Integrated (Bachelors)
Dual Degree in Science & Research
- B.Sc + B.Ed
Dual Degree in Art & Humanities
- BA + B.Ed
