Berhampur University, Ganjam
Bhanja Bihar, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, India, 760007
About the Institute
Berhampur University, located in Bhanja Bihar near Berhampur in Ganjam district, Odisha, is one of the oldest and most prominent public universities in the state. Established on January 2, 1967, it has been a center of academic excellence for over five decades. The university caters to the educational needs of southern Odisha and has significantly contributed to research, teaching, and community engagement.
Key Highlights:
1. Academic Programs:
Berhampur University offers a diverse range of academic programs through its departments and affiliated colleges:
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Postgraduate Courses (Regular and Self-Financing):
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Arts: English, Odia, Hindi, Linguistics, History, Political Science, Economics
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Science: Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Marine Sciences, Home Science
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Commerce & Management: Commerce, Business Administration
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Law: LLM (Master of Law)
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Computer Science, Electronic Science, Library & Information Science
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Integrated and Professional Programs:
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Integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.
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MCA, MBA, M.Tech (Computer Science)
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Research (Ph.D. and M.Phil.):
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Offered in most disciplines through entrance examinations and interviews
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2. 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)
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Affiliates over 150 colleges in Ganjam, Gajapati, and Kandhamal districts
3. Campus & Infrastructure:
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Spread across over 250 acres at Bhanja Bihar, 12 km from Berhampur city
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Well-equipped with:
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Central library
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Hostels for both male and female students
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Sports complex and gymnasium
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Advanced laboratories and research facilities
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Computer center and Wi-Fi connectivity
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Seminar halls, auditoriums, and student activity centers
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4. Research & Innovation:
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Hosts a variety of funded research projects in science, technology, social sciences, and marine biology
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Strong focus on interdisciplinary research, publications, and academic collaborations
5. Student Life & Support:
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Offers scholarships, fellowships, and financial aid to meritorious and economically disadvantaged students
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Career Counseling Cell and Placement Services
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Encourages cultural, literary, and sports activities
6. Admissions:
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PG admissions through the Common PG Entrance Test (CPET), Odisha
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Research program admissions based on university entrance tests and interviews
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Reservation and quota policies as per government norms
Postgraduate/ Masters (PG)
Masters in Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Environmental Science
- Marine Science
- Botany
- Zoology
- Biotechnology
- Community Science
- Home Science
- Electronic Science
Masters in Commerce
- Commerce
Masters in Arts
- English
- Economics
- Political Science
- Mathematics
- Home Science
- Environmental Studies
- Odia Language and Literature
- Linguistics and Natural Language Processing
- Journalism & Mass Communication
- IR (International Relations) and PM (Project Management)
Masters in Law & Legal Studies
- Master of Laws (LLM)
Masters in Computer Applications
- M.C.A
Masters in Technology
- Electronic Science
Master in Business Administration
- MBA
Master in Philosophy(M. PHIL)
- English
- Odia
- Mathematics
- History
- Physics
- Political Science
- Zoology
- Economics
- Botany
- Marine Science
- IR & PM
- Chemistry
Master of Library and Information Science
- M.Lib.I.Sc
PhD (Doctorate Degree)
PhD in Science & Technology
- Ph.D. in Physics
- Ph.D. in Chemistry
- Ph.D. in Biotechnology
- Ph.D. in Environmental Science
- Ph.D. in Computer Science
- Ph.D. in Zoology
- Ph.D. in Botany
- Ph.D. in Electronic Science
- Ph.D. in Marine Science
PhD in Commerce & Management
- Ph.D. in Commerce
- Ph.D. in Business Administration (Ph.D. in Management)
- Ph.D. in Economics
- Ph.D. in Travel and Tourism Management
PhD in Arts & Humanities
- Ph.D. in History
- Ph.D. in Political Science
- Ph.D. in Home Science
- Ph.D. in Journalism & Mass Communication
- Ph.D. in Odia
- Ph.D. in IR & PM
- Ph.D. in Linguistics
- D.Litt. in Economics
- D.Litt. in Home Science
- D.Litt. in IR & PM
- D.Litt. in Journalism and Mass Communication
- D.Litt. in Linguistics
- D.Litt. in Odia
- D.Litt. in Political Science
PhD in Law & Legal Studies
- Ph.D. in Law
- LLD (Doctor of Laws)
Applied Sciences and Profession
- D.Sc in Botany
- D.Sc in Computer Science
- D.Sc in Marine Science
- D.Sc in Physics
- D.Sc in Home Science
- D.Sc in Mathematics
