Ravenshaw University in Cuttack boasts of having an alumni network that has more than 60,000 members. Currently, more than 10,000 students are part of this university. It organizes more than 150 academic events as well as more than 700 projects related to research. In addition to that, it has more than 3,500 publications.

Ravenshaw University offers 25 undergraduate courses and 35 postgraduate courses across 26 departments and 9 schools. Apart from the courses, the university also offers certificate courses, integrated ones, and postgraduate diplomas as well. Forms for application can be found online and the selection is carried out on the basis of the entrance exam. Ravenshaw University also offers distance education.

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack Important Dates

The physical classes for the students in the second semester of their postgraduate course and for the students in the fourth semester of their undergraduate course began from the 16th of August, 2023. The hostels for the students reopened two days prior to the day of the commencement of the physical courses.

It is ranked 1st in the top three best educational institutes in Cuttack and 10th in the 25 educational institutes in Orissa. Ravenshaw University holds the 253rd position among the 876 best institutes in India. The acceptance rate of the university is 44%.

The most popular courses at Ravenshaw University are Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Physics, Materials Science.

The dates for the submission of the online form and other important formalities are as follows:

Event Date (Tentative)
Final provisional admitted list TBA

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack PG/M.Phil and Ph.D. Course Details

Ravenshaw University conducts an entrance exam for the applicants of Ph.D and M.Phil course. After qualifying the exam, students are summoned for the personal interview round. Applicants who have cleared SLET, GATE or UGC NET appear only in the personal interview round.

The eligibility criteria for applicants seeking admission for pursuing the postgraduate program, M.Phil and Ph.D are:

Course Eligibility
M.Sc. A minimum of 55% in B.Sc.in discipline interested by applicant from any university that is recognized. The course must be pertaining to relative field. 5% relaxation for applicants in the reserved categories.
M.A. A minimum of 55% in B.A. in the relevant discipline from a recognized university. 5% relaxation for applicants belonging to the reserved category.
M.Com A minimum of 55% in B.Sc.in discipline interested by applicant from any university that is recognized. A relaxation of 5% for candidates who are in the reserved categories.
MBA Candidates must have graduated from a recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Qualifying exams: MAT, XAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, OJEE.
M.C.A. A minimum of 55% in the undergraduate course from a recognized university and must possess a strong background in computers.
M.Phil A minimum of 55% in postgraduate in discipline relevant to the course from a recognized university. The general accepted form of qualification is 10+3+2.
Ph.d A minimum of 55% in discipline relevant to the course in postgraduate or M.Phil from a recognized university. Applicants who have cleared UGC NET/SLET or GATE may be granted exemption from the entrance exam.

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack UG Eligibility Criteria

Programme/Course Qualifying Degree Qualifying Percentage
B.Com Higher secondary Aggregate 50%. 40% compulsory in English.
B.A. Higher secondary  50%
B.Sc (Information Science and Technology) Higher secondary science or Three-year diploma in engineering from an institution that is recognized by State Council of Technical Education and Vocational Training, Odisha 50% aggregate
B.Sc (Information Technology and Management) Higher secondary science or Three year diploma in engineering from an institution that is recognized by State Council of Technical Education and Vocational Training, Odisha 50% aggregate
B.Sc
  • Higher secondary
  • Students who did not have mathematics as an optional subject cannot apply for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Statistics Honours and a student without Biology as an optional subject cannot apply for Botany or Zoology Honours.
 50% aggregate

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack Documents Required for Ph.D. Admission

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Original documents and certificates that support qualifications such as marksheets, conduct, college leaving certificate.
  • Blood group certificate.
  • Four recent stamp size photographs.
  • Payment proof of admission fees and other fees as initiated by the office of the university.
  • Students are supposed to fill up the anti-ragging form online and show proof to the head of the department.

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack Fees and Eligibility for the Courses

The fees and eligibility for the courses offered by the university are:

Course Fees Eligibility
MBA INR 3.42 lakhs (Total fees) Graduation
B.Sc (Hons.) INR 27,440 (fees for first year) 10+2
BBA INR 37,440 (fees for first year) 10+2
M.C.A. INR 35,000 (fees for first year) Graduation with 50% including OJEE
B.Com INR 41,940 (fees for first year) 10+2
B.Sc + B.Ed INR 52,440 (fees for first year) 10+2
B.A. (Hons.) INR 26,940 (fees for first year) 10+2

The questions for the Odisha Common PG Entrance Test will be in the form of MCQs or multiple choice questions. The entrance test will be conducted in the offline mode and it will be conducted by the Department of Higher Education for the admission to postgraduate programs. There will be a total of 70 questions and there are no negative markings involved.

Documents to keep for filling application form:

  • Scanned copies of passport size photographs.
  • Scanned copies of signature.
  • An email ID that is active.
  • Details such as credit card, debit card, and net banking.

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack FAQs

Ques: What is the probability of getting admission at Ravenshaw with 84.20%?

Answer: Mithila Pradhan, completed B.A. in Economics from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack in 2020

The answer depends on where you live. If you are a resident of Orissa then definitely you can get admission to Ravenshaw University. However, if you are a resident of any other state then the possibility for admission comes down from 100% to 70%.

It is a matter of patience. If you do not find your name in the first selection merit list, do not lose heart. You will definitely see your name in the second list as your percentage is very good.

Ques: What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at Ravenshaw University?

Answer: Anshul Behera, completed B.A. British Literature & English Literature, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack in 2020

Maintaining personal life and academic life can take some work. Interact with your peers, faculty and seniors and develop a good rapport with them. Be regular with your lessons and notes you are getting in class. The library is open to all the students.

Engage yourself in club-related activities as there are a lot of clubs in the university; both as an audience and a volunteer.

Ques: How is the hostel at Ravenshaw University?

Answer: Vanshika Roongta, completed M.Sc in Information Technology & MCSE, CCNA from Ravenshaw University in 2020

There are seven hostels for girls in Ravenshaw University. They are Daya, Devi, West, Kathojodi, Parija, Bhargabi, and Mahanadi. All the hostels do not have good maintenance. The hostels Daya and Devi are stacked up with six students in a room. Add to that the food is also average.

Bhargabi is only for the students who are pursuing postgraduate. Parija is the oldest hostel and it is helpful for studies as the rooms are for two students. West can accommodate 5 students in a room and the food is also good. Most students opt for Kathojodi as the food and infrastructure are good. Mahanadi was established in 2020 and it accommodates 6 students in a room.

The security for the hostels is also very good and the wardens are very friendly. You will be allotted your hostel on the basis of your percentage.

For the boys, there are 6 hostels: New, New PG, JC Boys, East, Dharmapada, and Lalitgiri. Lalitgiri was inaugurated in 2020. These hostels are well maintained and the food is also not bad. The hostels East and New have wifi.

Ques: Will there be any campus recruitments for PG in biochemistry in Ravenshaw University?

Answer: Manav Shukla, completed B.Sc in chemistry from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack in 2020

At the postgraduate level, biochemistry is the course that has been newly introduced at Ravenshaw University.

For the chemistry students, some of the pharmaceutical companies visit the campus during the placement season.

For the students of computer science, companies like Cognizant, Capgemini, TCS, Deloitte, etc visit the campus.

Ques: What is the cutoff mark for pursuing a BSc in geology at Ravenshaw College?

Answer: Jiten Rastogi, completed M.Sc in geology from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack in 2020

For admission to B.Sc in geology at Ravenshaw University, you need to have minimum a percentage of 85%. If it is less than 85%, you might end up finding yourself in the waiting list. Geology is a popular subject in the institute and so the competition for admission is a lot. Try to keep the percentage to 85% or more.

Ques: Which college is better for a B.Com, BJB or Ravenshaw?

Answer: Mihika Jhawar, studied B.Com from Buxi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar College, Bhubaneswar in 2020

Ravenshaw is a good place for pursuing B.Com but if you want to pursue CA, or appear for CAT or for other competitive exams then BJB would be a good idea.

Ques: Which university is better, Utkal University, or Ravenshaw University?

Answer: Ashok Rana, completed BA English Honours, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack in 2020

Utkal University does not offer undergraduate courses and Ravenshaw is one of the top universities to offer undergraduate programs in Orissa. If you are looking for postgraduate education then instead of merely comparing the institutes go for the departmental profiles. Compare faculties, placements, etc.