The Central University of Odisha was established by the Government of India. It is a NAAC Accredited University.
Central University of Odisha has 7 schools, 14 Departments and offers multiple courses. At UG level, the University offers BCA and B.Ed programmes. At PG level, the University offers MA, M.Sc, Integrated M.Sc and MBA programmes. The University also offers M.Phil and PHD programmes at Doctorate level with 8 different specialisations. For all the courses, admissions are offered on the basis of CUET- Common University Entrance Test. The registration for CUET begins in the month of March and the exam is conducted in the month of May or June every year.
- For BCA, students should have completed 10+2 with mathematics as one subject from a recognised board.
- For B.Ed, candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University.
- For MA, applicants must have completed their graduation in a relevant subject from a recognised University.
- For M.Sc, candidates must have completed their graduation degree in a relevant subject from a recognised University.
- For MBA, Candidates should have minimum 60% marks in graduation from a recognised University.
- For M.Phil/PHD, candidates should have a minimum of 55% marks in post graduation from a recognised University.
- For admission to any of the above courses, candidates need to appear for CUET conducted jointly by NTA.
Central University of Odisha Admission Highlights 2023
Name of Institute | Central University of Odisha |
Type of Institute | Central University |
Basic Admission Criteria | BCA- 10+2 with CUET |
B.Ed- UG with CUET | |
MA/ M.Sc- UG with CUET | |
MBA- CUET with GD/PI | |
M.Phil/PHD- PG with CUET | |
Application Mode | Online |
Counselling | No |
Scholarship | Yes |
Central University of Odisha Important Dates
Event | Dates |
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CUET UG 2023 Application Form Release Date | February 9, 2023 |
Last day for submission of CUET UG 2023 Application Form | March 30, 2023 |
CUET UG 2023 Application Form Correction Window | April 01 – April 03, 2023 |
Reopening of CUET UG 2023 Application Forms | April 09 – April 11, 2023 |
Release of CUET UG 2023 Admit Card | Second Week of May 2023 |
CUET UG 2023 Exam Date | May 21 – 31, 2023 Reserved date: June 1 –7, 2023 |
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Release Date | March 20, 2023 |
Last day for submission of CUET PG 2023 Application Form | May 05, 2023 |
Last date of successful transaction of fee | May 05, 2023 |
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Correction Window | May 06 – May 08, 2023 |
CUET PG 2023 Exam Date | June 1 – 10, 2023 |
Central University of Odisha UG Admissions 2023
The university offers admission to the B.Ed and BCA courses. For B.Ed, students should have graduated in any stream. Whereas, for admission to BCA course, students should be 10+2 qualified.
Course | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
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B.ED | 2 years | Graduation Degree with at least 50% marks | CUET |
BCA | 3 years | 10+2 with at least 50% marks with Mathematics as a subject | CUET |
For B.Ed
- Candidates must have a minimum 50% marks in Graduation degree if pursued in Arts or Science subjects.
- Candidates with at least 50% marks in Masters degree in Arts or Science subjects are also eligible to apply.
- Candidates who have Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Mathematics or Science are also eligible to apply provided they have a minimum of 55% marks.
- A relaxation of 5% marks is given to SC/ST/PWD category candidates.
For BCA
- Candidates must have completed their HSC (10+2) from a recognised board with at least 50 % marks overall and mathematics as a subject.
- Candidates should be below the age of 21 years on 1/July/2023.
Candidates will be selected on the basis of marks scored in CUET Entrance Examination.
Central University of Odisha PG Admissions 2023
Central University of Odisha offers admission to the post graduation degree courses into various disciplines.
Course | Specialisation | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
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MA | Odia | 2 years | Graduation with at least 50% marks from a recognised University in relevant subject | CUET qualified |
English | ||||
Hindi | ||||
Sanskrit | ||||
Sociology | ||||
Economics | ||||
Journalism and Mass Communication | ||||
M.Sc | Anthropology | 2 years | Graduation with at least 50% marks from a recognised University in relevant subject | |
Biodiversity and Conservation of Natural Resources | ||||
Statistics | ||||
Integrated M.Sc | Mathematics | 5 years | 10+2 with Mathematics as one subject from a recognised board with at least 55% marks in Mathematics as well as Overall |
Candidates will have to appear for the CUET entrance examination and admission will be done on the basis of performance in the entrance examination.
Key Points:
- For Integrated M.Sc, Candidates should be below the age of 21 years and for MA/M.Sc candidates should be below the age of 30 as on 1/July
- A relaxation of 5% marks is given to candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD categories in all courses.
Central University of Odisha MBA Admissions 2023
The institute invites applications for admission to the MBA course. Graduation degree holders in any subject can apply for admission.
Course | MBA |
Duration | 2 years |
Eligibility Criteria | Graduation degree with min 60% marks |
Selection Criteria | CUET followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates should have completed their graduation in any field with at least 60% marks from a recognised University.
- A 5% relaxation is given to candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category.
- Candidates should be below the age of 30 years as on 1/July/2023.
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be selected on the basis of Marks scored in CUET.
- Selected candidates will have to appear for an oral examination/interview conducted by the University.
- Final selection will be done on the basis of performance in Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
Central University of Odisha M.Phil/PHD Admissions 2023
The university further has research level courses under various specializations.
Course | Specialisations | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
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M.Phil/Ph.D | Odia | Post Graduation degree in specialised subjects with at least 55% marks from a recognised University. | CUET entrance test followed by Personal Interview. |
Anthropology | |||
Sociology | |||
Economics | |||
Journalism and Mass Communication | |||
Education | |||
Biodiversity and Conservation of Natural Resources | |||
Statistics |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates should have a postgraduate degree in specialised subjects with minimum 55% marks from a recognised University.
- A relaxation of 5% marks is given to candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD categories or to those who completed their PG before 19 September 1991.
Selection Criteria
- Candidates would be initially selected on the basis of marks scored in CUET 2023.
- Selected candidates will be required to appear for the Oral Examination conducted by the University.
- Final Selection will be made on the basis of performance in Personal Interview.
How To Apply for Central University of Odisha ?
To apply for Central University of Odisha, any course, candidates need to appear for the CUCET Entrance Examination conducted jointly by 14 Universities.
The process to apply for CUCET 2023 is given below:
- Visit the official website of CUCET.
- Click on Online Application form
- Tap on the New Registration.
- In Registration Details select:
- Category 1 UI (for BCA and Integrated M.Sc programme).
- Category 2 PG (For B.Ed, MA, M.Sc and MBA programmes).
- Category 3 RP (For M.Phil/PHD programmes).
- After filling registration details, fill Personal details, Academic details, Photo and Signature.
- After filling all information, go to University and select Central University of Odisha and select programme details.
- Recheck all the information and go to the payment window.
- Fee Structure:
- General/OBC/ EWS – UI and PG – INR 800 - RP – INR 1000
- SC/ST UI and PG – INR 350 - RP - INR 450
- PWD No application fee for any exam.
- After paying the application form fee, your application process will be completed.
Key Point:
Any candidate who hasn’t selected Central University of Odisha during filling CUCET Application form but has valid CUCET score in relevant subject can directly apply for admission by reporting at University on the notified date.
FAQs
Ques. What all facilities are provided at Central University of Odisha?
Ques. How many Schools does Central University of Odisha have?
Ques. How to travel to Central University of Odisha ?
- Damanjodi Railway Station is at a distance of 15kms.
- Koraput Railway Station is at a distance of 25 kms
Ques. Does the Central University of Odisha provide Scholarship to the students?
- Scholarships on the basis of provisions specified by UGC.
- Scholarships on the basis of academic performances.
- Scholarships on financial condition.
- Visually Challenged Students can apply for Scribe Fee and Reader Allowance.
- UGC funded Non NET Fellowships are provided to M.Phil and PHD students.
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