Karnatak University is the second-largest university in Karnataka. It took the position of a statutory University on 1st March 1950. The jurisdiction of the University covers Dharwad. Gadag, Haveri, and Uttar Kannada districts. 

The university offers Post Graduation, M.Phil, Ph.D., and UnderGraduate courses in the subject of Arts, Commerce, Education, Law, Management, Science, Technology, social science. 

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The university has a good ratio of male to female students where 47% of students are female. The university is NAAC accredited and recognized by UGC.

For students who can not attend a full-time course, the university has launched distance learning programs. One can take up correspondence mode of education for various under-graduate and postgraduate courses in the subjects of Arts, Commerce and Social Sciences. 

Karnatak University: Quick Facts 

  • The university has 3 sub-campus that act in full power in their respective zones/districts which are as follows: Haveri spread across 42 acres. Gadag spread across 32 acres and Karwar spread across 6 acres. 
  • The university has 224 teachers. 
  • Admission to this college is strictly based on merit. 
  • The University is part of the UGC-INFONET which affords access to more than 5000 electronic journals for advanced study and research. 
  • The University understands its majority crowd comes from a financially backward society and lacks proper education hence the college has made computer science, mental health, communication, Indian constitution compulsory subjects for UG courses. 
  • The university also has distance learning programs. 

Karnatak University: Courses & Fee 

Following are the courses offered by Karnataka University: 

Courses  Course Details  Selection Basis
MBA
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Eligibility: Aggregate of 50% marks in Undergraduate course 
 PG-CET by VTU
MTA
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Eligibility: Post-Graduate Degree in the related discipline with at least 55% marks as aggregate
MA
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Eligibility: Aggregate of 45% marks in Undergraduate course
  • Specializations: Kannada, English Folklore, Foreign Languages (French), Hindi, Linguistics, Marathi, Sanskrit Urdu & Persian, Music, Ancient Indian, History & Epigraphy, Anthropology, Criminology & Forensic Science, Economics, History & Archaeology, Jainology, Mass Communication & Journalism, Library & Information Science, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work
 Merit-based
M.Sc
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Eligibility: Aggregate of 45% marks in Undergraduate course
  • Specializations: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Electronics, Geography, Applied Geology, Applied Genetics, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Computer Science
M.Com
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Eligibility: Any Graduate
  • Specializations: General, Corporate Secretary (CS)
LLM
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Eligibility: Passed 3 years LL.B. or 5 years B.A.LL.B., B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
M. Ed 
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Eligibility: Candidate passing B. Ed with 50% aggregate.

Karnatak University: FAQs 

Ques: Does Karnataka University have a hostel?

Ans: Yes, it does have a hostel separate for both boys and girls. 

Ques: What are the entrance exams accepted by Karnataka University?

Ans: Following are the entrance tests accepted by Karnataka University Admission Test, JEE, GATE, NET, SLET, JRF, CMAT, GMAT, and KMAT.

Ques: What are the other facilities one can expect from Karnataka University?

Ans: Karnatak University has a library with lush green space for developing knowledge and culture, separate hostels for both boys and girls, a daycare and women’s facility center, a well-equipped gym to main sports spirit among the students, and a co-operative store to sell everyday necessities. 

Ques: Does Karnataka University provide any scholarships?

Ans: Yes, it does provide scholarships as per regulations set by the government. 

Ques: Does Karnataka University offer placements?

Ans: Yes, the university does offer placements for internships and jobs.