Top universities in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar

University life is the time where a student gets a chance to nurture and groom himself or herself before entering the world of professionals.

The twin cities of Cuttack and Bhubaneswar in Odisha also has some of the best and renowned universities.

Xavier University, Bhubaneswar

Xavier University first opened in Odisha in 2013 and is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). XUB offers programmes and courses for both undergraduate, integrated, postgraduate, masters and doctoral in various areas. Additionally, it is recognised by the International Association of Jesuit Business School (IAJBS).

Highlights

Received ‘AAAA’ ranking in Universities
State university type of Institute
Privately owned institution
Approved by the UGC

Courses Offered

MBA
B.Tech
BBM (Hons.)
B.Com (Hons.)
B.Sc. (Hons.)
M.A
M.Tech

Facilities

Hostels — boys and girls
Air-conditioned auditorium and classrooms
Gymnasium
Smart classroom facilities
Sports facilities
Convenience store
Hospital and medical facilities

Entrance Exam

XAT/CAT/GMAT/NMAT/XGMAT score

Ratings

Collegedunia : 8.2 / 10

Siksha : 4.1 / 5

Total Faculty : 128

Total Student Enrollments : 1,772

Address : Plot No:12(A), Nijigada, Kurki, Harirajpur, Odisha 752050.

International Institute of Information Technology [IIIT], Bhubaneswar

IIIT Bhubaneswar was started by the state and the Government of India under the MHRD scheme. The institution was established in 2006, later in 2014 it received UGC approval. IIIT, as a state university, is funded and taken care of by the Odisha government.

The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, masters and doctoral programmes under various specialisations.

Highlights

It received ‘AAA’ ranking in engineering
Type of institution is state university
It comes under the ownership of the government
Approved by the UGC

Courses offered

B.Tech
M.Tech
PhD

Facilities

Hostels for both girls and boys
Library
Laboratories
Sports Complex
Auditorium
Medical complex

Entrance Exam

JEE with CSAB counselling for UG
GATE with CCMT counselling for PG

Ratings

Collegedunia : 7.7/ 10

Siksha : 3.9 / 5

Total Faculty : 48

Total Student Enrollments : 1259

Address : Gothapatana, Malipada, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751029.

Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology [OUAT], Bhubaneswar

OUAT was established in 1962 when the OUAT Act was passed in 1961, which was enacted by the Legislature of the State. It is the second oldest agricultural university in India and offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes.

Highlights

Type of institution is state university
It comes under the ownership of the government
Approved by the UGC

Courses offered

M.Sc
B.Sc
PhD
B.Sc (Hons.)
B.E / B.Tech

Facilities

Laboratories and lab instruments
Smart classrooms
Hostels
Library

Entrance Exam

OUAT UG Entrance Exam

Ratings

Collegedunia : 7.6 / 10

Siksha : 3.7 / 5

Total Faculty : 250

Total Student Enrollments : 4124

Address : Near Post Office, Unit 8, Surya Nagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751003.

National Law University [NLU] Cuttack, Odisha

NLU Cuttack was first established in the year 2009. It has since been recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC) and Bar Council of India (BCI), and offers integrated undergraduate programmes, masters programmes with specialisation as well. It also offers admissions to doctoral degree programmes.

Highlights

Ranked 13th among law colleges
Type of Institute is state university
NAAC accredited NLU ‘A’
Approved by the UGC

Courses Offered

L.L.M
PhD
B.A.L.L.B
B.B.A.L.L.B
M.Phil

Facilities

Hostels
Library
Sports centre
Seminar halls, lecture halls etc.
Cafeteria

Entrance Exam

CLAT

Ratings

Collegedunia : 8.8 / 10

Siksha : 3.7 / 5

Total Faculty : 19

Total Student Enrollments : 796

Address : Naraj Road, Sector 13, Cuttack, Odisha 753015.

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack

The Ravenshaw University was established in the year 1868. The renovated institute came into existence from 2006. The university is recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC). It offers 25 UG and 33 PG courses across 26 departments and nine schools. Besides basic undergraduate and postgraduate courses, the institute offers integrated courses, postgraduate diplomas, and certificate courses.

Highlights

Received ‘A’ ranking in Universities
State University type of institute
Approved by the UGC
The university is co-Ed

Courses offered

MBA
B.Sc(Hons.)
BBA
M.C.A
B.Com
B.Sc + B.Ed
B.A(Hons.)

Facilities

Hostel- boys and girls
Sports Complex
Library
Cafeteria
Gymnasium
Hospital/Medical Facilities
Wi-Fi campus
Bank
Auditorium
Entrance Exam
MAT/OJEE/ XAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ NIMCET scores

Ratings

Collegedunia : 7.8 / 10

Siksha : 4.3 / 5

Total Faculty : 20

Total Student Enrollments : 3,752

Address : College Square, near Railway Station, Cuttack, Odisha 753003.

Utkal University, Bhubaneshwar

Situated in Bhubaneshwar, Utkal University is one of the premier university in the country. The university was established in the year 1943. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the university offers PG courses in various specialisations. At the Doctorate level, Utkal University offers M.Phil and Ph.D. in different streams.

Highlights

Received ‘A+’ ranking in Universities
State University type of Institute
Approved by the UGC

Courses offered

MBA
M.Sc
BBA + MBA
M.C.A
M.Com
BCA + MCA
MA

Facilities

Hostel- boys and girls
Library
Sports Complex
Shuttle Service
Cafeteria
Convenience Store
Lab
Wi-Fi Campus
Auditorium

Entrance Exam

OJEE/ MAT/ CAT/ XAT/ ATMA/ CMAT/ ICAR AIEEA/ Utkal University Entrance Test

Ratings

Collegedunia : 7.4 / 10

Siksha : 3.9 / 5

Total Faculty : 350

Total Student Enrollments : 2,124

Address : Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751004.

Rama Devi Women’s University, Bhubaneshwar

Rama Devi Women’s University is a state university for women in the capital city of Odisha. It was founded as the Rama Devi Women’s College in 1964 in a small building in Bhubaneswar before it received university status in 2015 and UGC recognition.

Highlights

Received ‘A’ ranking in Universities
State University type of Institute
Approved by the UGC
The university is a Girls only institute

Courses offered

M.Sc
B.Com(Hons.)
B.A(Hons.)
M.Com
M.A
M.Phil
B.Sc(Hons.)

Facilities

Hostel
Sports Complex
Labs
Cafeteria
Gymnasium
Conference hall/ auditorium
Hospital/medical Facilities
Wi-Fi campus
Entrance exam
Merit based

Ratings

Collegedunia : 8.8 / 10

Siksha : 3.7 / 5

Total Faculty : 53

Total Student Enrollments : 1,376

Address : Bhoinagar P.O., Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751022.

Takeaway

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