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Utkal University Bhubaneswar is a public state university that was founded in 1943. It has received a ‘A+' rating from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The university was ranked 96th in the NIRF University Ranking 2020. With a campus that spans 399.9 acres,
The Utkal University Directorate of Distance & Continuing Education (DDCE) was established in 1962 with the goal of delivering high-quality education to a wide number of working and adult students. Utkal University Directorate of Distance & Continuing Education is a UGC Recognized State University.
On the University Campus, a number of PG Departments and other institutions have been developed. Under the purview of the University, there are around 300 general associated colleges. The University is governed by 15 autonomous colleges. It has 27 constituent PG Departments, 2 constituent Law Colleges, a Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, and a number of centres such as School of Women's Studies, Population Studies, Social Exclusion Ambedkar Study, and Inclusive Policy Study, a Pre-School, an Academic Staff College, and a High School, among others. The University provides a variety of self-financed courses.
Candidates' marks in OJEE and CAT/MAT are taken into account for admission to B.Pharma & M.Pharma and M.B.A. Agribusiness programmes. In addition, the university holds an entrance test for admission to M.J.M.C., M.Sc., and integrated programmes. Only candidates who fulfil the university's eligibility standards are eligible for admission to the university's courses. M.A., M.Sc., M.Com, M.Tech., M.Phil., and more programmes are available at the varsity.
Utkal University works with a variety of companies and institutes to give students with better learning possibilities. The university's placement unit is in charge of final-year students' jobs. The Utkal University Bhubaneswar campus provides cutting-edge amenities and infrastructure for students and academic personnel.
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) | |
History | Political science |
Education | Sociology |
Hindi | Sanskrit |
Odia | English |
B.Com. (Hons.) | |
Accounting | Management |
Master of Arts | |
History | Public administration |
Economics | Political science |
English | Sanskrit |
Sociology | Hindi |
Odia | Education |
PG Diploma | |
Banking & Insurance Management | Management |
MSW / M.Com. / M.B.A. | |
Integrated MBA and BBA |
Apart from these courses offered by DDCE, Utkal University offers more courses as mentioned below:
Master of Arts | |
Library Science | Analytical and Applied Economics |
Geography | Sociology |
Personnel Management & Industrial Relations (PMIR) | Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology |
Sanskrit | History |
Political Science | English |
Public Administration | Odia |
Psychology | Philosophy |
M.Sc. | |
Physics | Anthropology |
Statistics | Geology |
Botany | Zoology |
Mathematics | Chemistry |
Biotechnology | Geography |
M.Sc. (Sponsored) | |
Material Science | Applied Microbiology |
Computer Science | Environmental Science |
MBA (Sponsored) | |
Financial Management | Agri-Business |
Executive | |
M.Tech. (Sponsored) | |
Information Technology | Computer Science |
M.Phil. | |
Sociology | Library and Information Science |
Analytical and Applied Economics | Zoology |
Physics | Biotechnology |
Political Science | History |
Personnel Management & Industrial Relations (PMIR) | Philosophy |
Psychology | Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology |
Statistics | Commerce |
Public Administration | Chemistry |
English | Geology |
Geography | Anthropology |
Odia | Botany |
Sanskrit | Mathematics |
Ph.D. | |
Women Studies | Fishery Science CIFA, Bhubaneswar |
A & A Economics | Geography |
Psychology | Physical Education |
Bio-Technology Institute of Life Science, BBSR | Library & Information Science |
Computer Sc. & Application | Bio-Technology RMRC, Bhubaneswar |
Polymer Science | Development Studies |
Sanskrit | Political Science |
Business Administration | Commerce |
Zoology | Microbiology |
Bio-Technology P.G. Dept. of Biotechnology | Environment |
AIHCA | Public Administration |
Chemistry | Education |
Philosophy | Botany |
PMIR | English |
Journalism | Anthropology |
Sociology | Life Sciences |
Ayurveda | Physics |
Social Work | Statistics |
Geology | Mathematics |
Pharmacy | History |
Odia | Law |
MA (Women Studies – Sponsored) | |
M.Tech. / M.Pharma (Sponsored) | |
B.Pharma / BBA+MBA / BCA+MCA | |
M.Com. / MJMC / M.Lib.Sc. / LLM. |
Courses | Fees (for 1st year) |
B.Com (Hons.) | ₹ 10,520 |
M.Com. | ₹ 15,080 |
M.A. | ₹ 15,080 |
M.B.A. | ₹ 55,280 |
M.C.A | ₹ 37,280 |
M.Sc. | ₹ 37,280 |
Total Fees | |
BBA + MBA | ₹ 1,70,000 |
M.Tech. | ₹ 96,667 |
M.Phil. | ₹ 10,000 |
M.C.A. (Lateral) | ₹ 37,280 |
Candidates interested in admission to this university can apply online.
Schedule for PG Courses:
Common Application Form (CAF) | 12th August, 2022 |
Deadline for CAF | 10th September, 2022 |
Distribution of Hall Ticket | 30th September, 2022 |
Common PG Entrance Test | 12th October, 2022, to 22nd October, 2022 |
Deadline to fill the Graduation marks | 22nd October, 2022 |
Merit list released | 7th November, 2022 |
Deadline to apply for admission | 30th November, 2022 |
Commencement of classes for the PG courses | 3rd December, 2022 |
B.Ed Admission Date | 10th December, 2022 |
All applications should be submitted online. For B.A. Hons, MA, B.Com, MSW, M.Com programmes is on a first-come, first-served basis. For PG Diploma courses, it is determined by an online test administered by the Institute DDCE. For BBA, MBA, IMBA and MCA programs, it is based on an online test administered by the school, as well as a personal interview.
Courses | Eligibility Criteria |
UG Courses | 10+2 in relevant field from an acknowledged board |
MA Economics | Graduation degree in any field |
PG Courses / PG Diploma | Graduation degree in relevant field from an acknowledged university with 50% marks at least |
MA English | Graduation in English from an acknowledged university. |
BBA / IMBA | 10+2 in relevant field from an acknowledged board |
Ques 1. What management programmes does DDCE Utkal University offer?
Ans. BBA, MBA, IMBA, PGDM, and PG Diploma in Banking and Insurance Management are among the management programs available.
Ques 2. Is Utkal University a remote learning institution?
Ans. Utkal University's DDCE (Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education) was established with the goal of providing excellent education to working and adult learners, as well as enduring education to all sections of society, through distance and/or continuing education.
Ques 3. What are the eligibility requirements for M.A. education at DDCE Utkal University?
Ans. Graduation with a major in education. Those who have completed a B.Ed, D.ed, or similar teacher training program are also eligible.
Ques 4. How can I pursue a PhD at Utkal University?
Ans. The candidate must pass the university's entrance examination. Candidates who have qualified for the GATE/ UGC-CSIR-NET/ ICMR/ SLET/ DBT/ ICSSR / ICHR/ / INSPIRE Fellowship of DST/ Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship are not required to take the university's entrance exam. Candidates with an M.tech / M.Phil. Degree are also exempt from the university's admission exam if they have been admitted to this Program by a written / interview examination.
Ques 5. How is the Postgraduate Diploma in Banking and Insurance Management at DDCE Utkal University?
Ans. The Postgraduate Diploma in Banking and Insurance Management is a one-year curriculum divided into two semesters. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in any subject to apply. Students are chosen based on their performance in the DDCE's online admissions test.
Ques 6. Does Utkal University provide Scholarship?
Ans. The institution gives several scholarships to students, as well as financial help to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Utkal University scholarships are only available to students who meet the eligibility criteria established by the relevant authorities. The institution also offers state and UGC scholarships. Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship, PG Merit Scholarship, Inspire Scholarship, and other Utkal University Bhubaneswar scholarships are available to students. It also recognises students who have excelled academically. Gold medals and cash awards are also given to the deserving candidates.
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