Kalinga University (KU), Raipur has emerged as a center of excellence in higher education in Central India. Strategically located in the Smart City of New Raipur, this University has started carving a niche for itself in the education domain and is rising as a shining star on the horizon of quality education.
Raipur is the Capital of Chhattisgarh and New Raipur is the New Capital of Chhattisgarh in the making. New Raipur is the fourth planned city of India with wide roads and miles of greenery and is pollution-free. It is the first integrated and smart city in the country. A cosmopolitan city that is also the hub of higher education hosts IIM, IIT, IIIT, National Law University, CIPET, NIT, and AllMS. In addition, it also hosts most National and International Brands of Food and Retail Outlets.
Established in 2013, this University has been able to win the confidence of over 7000 students. Meritorious students from all over the country and various foreign countries like Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Gambia, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, South Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe etc. have chosen this University for their education and career.
Currently, the University is serving the student community through various schools offering UG and PG programs namely Arts & Humanities, Biotechnology, Commerce & Management, UX Design, Engineering, Fashion Design, Information Technology, Interior Design, Journalism & Mass Communication, Law, Library Science, Pharmacy, Science, Education and Yoga. It also has a center for Doctoral Research Programmes in various fields.
All schools are headed by senior professors having excellent academic credentials and experience in teaching, publications, and research. They are ably supported by well-qualified faculty members who come from top educational institutions and the Industry. Students also get an opportunity to learn from a distinguished panel of experts drawn from various industries, who regularly come for guest lectures.
Kalinga boasts of World Class Infrastructure and student facilities with a student-centric approach. The highest attention is paid to the hands-on learning approach and students are encouraged to come up with innovative ideas for projects and practicals. The University has more than 75 laboratories and workshops, all well-equipped with the latest, state-of-the-art apparatus and tools. Special emphasis is given to the development of communication skills through the language lab. More than 1200 computers are available for the use of the students. The Library has a collection of over 80,000 books and also offers digital content through membership in DELNET, National Digital Library, and NPTEL. Various magazines and journals are available for the use of the faculty and students. The infrastructure consists of Student Hostel facilities, Green Acres, a Canteen, a Food Mess, a Gymnasium, a Fully Wi-Fi campus, an ATM, a Mini Market, Student hangout Areas, a Sports Complex, Recreation Halls with Indoor Games and Music and recreation activities.
Industry interaction is an integral part of the curriculum and industrial visits, internships on live projects, and mentoring by the Industry leaders are regular features. The University has developed excellent connections with the top Industries of the region by taking memberships of leading industrial associations like the Confederation of Indian Industries, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Indian Importers Chamber of Commerce and Industry, etc. The University has an active chapter of Young Indians in which students get an opportunity to interact extensively with Industry leaders and attend various corporate seminars and events.
Kalinga provides a Life Changing Experience where the focus is on the overall development of students. NCC, NSS, and various other clubs and societies offer opportunities to students to showcase their talent and learn under the guidance of experts. Music, Dance, and Martial Arts trainers are available for the students. Coaches of different games and sports like Cricket, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, and Athletics are also available to sharpen the skills of the students.
Highlights
UGC, AICTE, PCI, BCI, AIU
NAAC B+
Universities - Rank 101-150
Overall - Rank 151-200
Admission Procedure
Kalinga University, Raipur provides Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate as well as Doctorate courses in different faculties. The students are required to fulfill the outlined eligibility criterias in order to apply in any course of the University. The candidates final admission will be provided on the basis of marks obatined in the Kalinga Scholastic Entrance Examination (KALSEE) which is Computer Based Test (Online) following a MCQ pattern of questions.
Faculty
Kalinga University, Raipur (KU, Raipur), strives to provide outstanding faculty for its students. They work tirelessly towards imparting quality education, and no effort is spared to ensure the student a better future. Students repose faith in the faculty's academic splendour and take pride in their imposing eminence.
Placements
The Training and Placement Department of Kalinga University, Raipur provides guidance and all the assistance for the students in order to achieve their career goals. The Department takes right steps in identifying the demands of the current industry and prepares our students towards this need. Adequate emphasis is given for soft skill development complementing the regular academic programmes. Job oriented courses and special training programmes are regularly conducted. Kalinga University also arranges guest lectures, visiting faculty members for training students and faculty members too, from time to time. Their requiters are TOI, LG, IT MINNT, TATA Motors, JARO, SGS, Amul Etc.
Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships are provided to the students of Kalinga University, Raipur on the basis of several marking categories both according to academic and extracirricular calibre of the students. The scholarship amount according to eligibility is awarded and formulated by the institute itself.
Contact Details
Kotni, Near Mantralaya Naya, Raipur– 492101
9907252100
registrar@kalingauniversity.ac.in
Latest Updates: 4th October, 2023
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