The admission process for Gangadhar Meher University is expected to start in the month of May-August for different UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs. UG Admissions are taken based on scores in the 12th exam. PG admissions are taken based on scores in national-level qualifying exams or the entrance exams conducted by the university or state itself. 

Gangadhar Meher University Admission Update:

  • Gangadhar Meher University admission is open for PhD sessions 2024-25 Application notice

Only a limited number of seats are available for each course and the number of applicants is high. 

The Gangadhar Meher University offers 22 UG programs, 22 PG programs, 8 Ph.D. programs, and 15 M.Phil. programs. Candidates are offered admissions based on the final merit list released. A merit list is prepared by combining the scores of qualifying exams and the merit of previous exams. For example, candidates are offered admission to MBA courses based on OJEE (Odisha JEE) or CAT/ MAT/ CMAT courses. Admission is offered based on a combination of merit in graduation and competitive exam scores. Interview process or viva-voce is also conducted for admissions to M. Phil. Programs.

Gangadhar Meher University UG Admissions

Several courses are offered by the university for the UG level. Some of them include BA, B.Sc., B.Com., BBA and BCA whose duration is 3 years. Integrated B.Ed. with B.Sc and B.A. are also available whose duration is 4 years.

Course Specialization
BA Hindi, English, Economics, Political Science, Philosophy, Education, Geography, History, Mathematics, Oriya, Psychology, Sanskrit, Statistics
B.Com. Accounting
B.Sc. Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Botany, Zoology
BBA NA
BCA NA
Integrated courses NA

Eligibility Criteria

  • For B.Sc. courses, candidates must have passed 12th or equivalent from a recognized board with Mathematics as a compulsory subject for Mathematics, Physics and Statistics specialization and with Biology as a compulsory subject for Botany and Zoology.
  • For B.Com., applicants must have passed 12th or equivalent from a recognized board with Commerce or Science as a Stream.
  • For all other courses, 12th or equivalent from a recognized board with any stream.

Selection Criteria

Admission to UG courses at the Gangadhar Meher University is based upon the merit in the previous exam. Candidates will have to check the merit list to check the status of their applications.

How to apply for the UG Courses?

  • Visit the Gangadhar Meher University’s official website https://www.gmuniversity.ac.in/ and click on the ‘Admission’ Tab
  • After registering, login with your credentials
  • Now fill out the application form with your details, educational details, and other information carefully.
  • Candidates must fill the 10+2 marks in the application form correctly as it is used for screening purposes.
  • Candidates need to upload their photographs and signature in scanned form.
  • Now pay the application fees online using Net Banking or Credit and Debit Card.

Documents Required

To apply for UG courses, the following documents are required and candidates need to follow the following steps to get registered successfully.

Documents Required:

  • 10th Marksheet
  • 12th Marksheet
  • Migration Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Scanned passport size photograph
  • Scanned picture of signature
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Gangadhar Meher University PG Admissions

Several courses are offered by the university for the PG level. Some of them include MA, M.Sc., M.Com., and MBA whose duration is 2 years.

Course Specialization
M.A. Hindi, English, Economics, Political Science, Philosophy, Education, Geography, History, Oriya, Psychology, Sanskrit
M.Com. Commerce
M.Sc. Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Botany, Zoology
MBA General, Financial management
M.Sc. / MA Mathematics

Eligibility Criteria

  • For M.Sc. courses, candidates must have completed graduation in a specific discipline from a recognized university with 45% marks in aggregate. For all specializations other than computer science, candidates must have earned 24 credits in the specified discipline at the UG level.
  • For M.A. courses, candidates must have completed graduation in a specific discipline from a recognized university with 45% marks in aggregate. Also, candidates must have earned 24 credits in the specified discipline at the UG level.
  • For M.Com. courses, candidates must have completed graduation in commerce from a recognized university with 45% marks in aggregate.
  • For the MBA, candidates must have completed graduation in any stream from a recognized university.

Selection Criteria

Admission to PG courses at the Gangadhar Meher University is based upon the merit in the previous exam and scorecard of state or national level exams that are considered for specific courses. Candidates will have to check the merit list released by the university to check the status of their applications.

How do you apply for the PG Courses?

  • Visit the Gangadhar Meher University’s official website https://www.gmuniversity.ac.in/ and click on the ‘Admission’ Tab
  • After registering, login with your credentials
  • Now fill out the application form with your details, educational details, and other information carefully.
  • Candidates must fill the 10+2 marks in the application form correctly as it is used for screening purposes.
  • Candidates need to upload their photographs and signature in scanned form.
  • Now pay the application fees online using Net Banking or Credit and Debit Card.

Documents Required

To apply for PG courses, the following documents are required and candidates need to follow the following steps to get registered successfully.

Documents Required:

  • 10th Marksheet
  • 12th Marksheet
  • Graduation Marksheets
  • Migration Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Scanned passport size photograph
  • Scanned picture of signature
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Gangadhar Meher University M.Phil. and Ph.D. Admissions

Several courses are offered by the university for the M.Phil. and Ph.D. level. Scores of national-level exams such as UGC-NET/ CSIR/ SLET are taken into consideration. Being a professional course, interviews and viva-voce are also conducted for offering admissions to M.Phil. or Ph.D. courses whose duration is 1 year.

Course Specialization
M.Phil. Botany, Mathematics, Chemistry, Odia, Commerce, Philosophy, Economics, Political Science, Education, Psychology, English, Sanskrit, Geography, Zoology, History
PhD Chemistry, Geography, Commerce, Odia, Economics, Political Science, Education, Zoology

Eligibility Criteria

For M.Phil. and Ph.D. courses, candidates must have completed masters in a specific discipline from a recognized university with 55% marks in aggregate. Relevant Scores of national-level exams such as UGC-NET/ CSIR/ SLET are also needed. Candidates endowed with UGC teacher Fellowship or DHE qualification are also eligible to apply.

Selection Criteria

Admission to M.Phil. or Ph.D. courses at the Gangadhar Meher University is based upon the merit in the previous exam and scorecard of state or national level exams that are considered for specific courses. Candidates will have to check the merit list released by the university to check the status of their applications.

How to apply for the Ph.D. Courses?

  • Visit the Gangadhar Meher University’s official website https://www.gmuniversity.ac.in/ and click on the ‘Admission’ Tab
  • After registering, login with your credentials
  • Now fill out the application form with your details, educational details, and other information carefully.
  • Candidates must fill the 10+2 marks in the application form correctly as it is used for screening purposes.
  • Candidates need to upload their photographs and signature in scanned form.
  • Now pay the application fees online using Net Banking or Credit and Debit Card.

Documents Required

To apply for Ph.D. courses, the following documents are required and candidates need to follow the following steps to get registered successfully.

Documents Required:

  • 10th Marksheet
  • 12th Marksheet
  • Graduation Marksheets
  • Masters Marksheets
  • Migration Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Scanned passport size photograph
  • Scanned picture of signature
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Gangadhar Meher University Admissions- FAQs

Ques. How to contact the Gangadhar Meher University?

Ans. Anyone who needs to enquire or has any issue during admission or any other query can contact the university as per the contact information provided on https://www.gmuniversity.ac.in/contact.php. University administration is very helpful and tries to resolve the problems.

Ques. Can an NRI or foreign student apply for admission to the Gangadhar Meher University?

Ans. Yes, even NRIs and international students can apply for admissions to the Gangadhar Meher University. Moreover, the students will be provided some sort of relaxation in the selection criteria who belong to reserved categories like OBC/ SC/ ST. Special privileges are given to candidates belonging to Odisha.

Ques. Does doing an MBA at the Gangadhar Meher University have a worth in the market and will earn a good package?

Ans. Yes, doing an MBA course at the Gangadhar Meher University is worth it and you can easily find a decent place if you study well. Also, the university has been accredited A grade by NAAC so undoubtedly the course is best.

Ques. Is there any management quota at the Gangadhar Meher University?

Ans. No, being a government university there is no provision of management quota in the Gangadhar Meher University. To get admission to Gangadhar Meher University, a candidate must pass the entrance exam or follow the admission procedure as specified by the university.

Ques. Does the university provide any type of scholarship to students?

Ans. Yes, the university provides different scholarships to students with good merit in 12th or based on entrance performance. College toppers are also provided with some sort of scholarship.