Utkal University, Bhubaneswar (UUB) is a government/public university situated in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. UUB is a University Grants Commission (UGC)-approved teaching-cum-affiliating university having jurisdiction over nine districts in Odisha. UUB is also the 17th-oldest university in the country and the oldest university in the state. Utkal University, Bhubaneswar was established on November 27, 1943.
The university traces its origins to the appointment of a committee to establish separate universities in Odisha and the subsequent passing of the Utkal University Bill by the Odisha Legislative Assembly on June 30, 1943, which came into force with the governor’s assent on August 2 and finally started functioning as a separate university on November 27, 1943. UUB is situated on a massive sprawling campus spanning an area of 399.9 acres in Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar.
Utkal University has a wi-fi-campus and houses state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure including spacious and well-equipped classrooms, an auditorium, ATM facilities, cafeterias, a modernly equipped computer centre with state-of-the-art lab facilities, sports infrastructure for a variety of indoor and outdoor sports, and an expansive and well-stocked library storing a plethora of books, journals, manuscripts, and other reading materials. Utkal University, Bhubaneswar has three broad academic departments-Arts, Science, and Business Studies and Management- each of which has a plethora of specialisations and subjects. UUB offers various undergraduate degrees across different streams of study including B Pharm, B Ed, BA, B Ed (integrated), and BSc B Ed (integrated) degrees. Postgraduate and research degrees offered include M Tech, MA, MSc, MBA, M Pharm, LLM, M Phil, and PhD degrees over several departments and specialisations. Admissions into Utkal University, Bhubaneswar are either conducted based on the candidate’s performances in various academic programmes and entrances. The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) determines admission to the B.Pharm course, while B Ed admissions depend upon the candidates holding a relevant bachelor's degree. Candidates must meet the UUB’s eligibility criteria to be eligible for admission and may apply for courses via the official Utkal University, Bhubaneswar website.
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar boasts a competent teaching facility comprising several famous faculty members who have acquired exemplary academic and research achievements, aided UUB in creating its unique identity, and made significant contributions to the establishment of modern-day Odisha. Faculty members of UUB are driven towards addressing the educational needs of students from various disciplines and imparting quality education to the next generation.
The placement cell of UUB works towards assisting students studying in various academic departments and self-financing programmes at the university with recruitment and career development goals. The placement cell constantly strives to aid and assist students in pursuing their career goals by acquiring industry-specific employment-seeking skills and obtaining their desired employment. UUB’s placement cell organises several activities to strengthen the capacity of young talents, raise their confidence to meet real-life challenges in the rapidly changing global and national markets, prepare students to meaningfully contribute to their development, and in turn shape the destiny of the state and society. These placement cell activities and initiatives help improve the students’ employability and facilitate recruitment opportunities for young students on the verge of completing their formal education.
Besides a rigorous academic curriculum, UUB also encourages its students to participate in several extra-curricular activities such as competitions, seminars, sports and cultural programmes, and social service activities to promote their holistic personality development. UUB hosts and organises various student-driven activities and programmes through extra-academic wings such as the cultural club, sports council, students welfare director, National Service Scheme (NSS), and the National Service Scheme.
Highlights
NCTE, UGC, PCI, AICTE
Universities - Rank 101-150
Overall - Rank 151-200
Admission Procedure
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar (co-ed) offers B.Pharm, B.Ed, B.A. B.Ed(integrated), and B.Sc.B.Ed (integrated) degrees. The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination(OJEE) is used to determine admission to the B.Pharm course. Candidates seeking admission to B.Ed programmes must hold a relevant bachelor's degree. Everyone who meets the course prerequisites is eligible for admission. Interested candidates can apply for admission and complete the application procedure online at UUB's official website.
Faculty
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar made significant contributions to the establishment of modern Odisha. Many famous faculties have served it. Their outstanding achievements in academics and research assisted the University in forging its own identity. Faculty members' major objective is to address the educational needs of students in multiple disciplines.
Placements
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Placement Cell assists students studying in various departments and self-financing programmes at the university with recruitment and career development. The cell is constantly striving to assist students in pursuing their career goals by acquiring employment-seeking skills and ultimately obtaining desired employment. The Cell undertakes several activities to strengthen the capacity of young talents and raise their confidence to meet real-life challenges in the rapidly changing global and national markets. The activities are designed to prepare students to contribute meaningfully to their own development, as well as to shape the destiny of the state and society. UUB Placement Cell organises a variety of activities to improve employability and facilitate employment opportunities for young people who are about to complete their formal education.
Contact Details
Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar-751004
6742567940
info@utkaluniversity.ac.in
registrar@utkaluniversity.ac
Latest Updates: 16th September, 2024
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