Kalinga University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh was in the headlines related to the case of former SFI leader Nikhil Thomas producing a fake degree from Kalinga University for admission to another institution. However, Kalinga University stopped the controversy by confirming they hadn’t issued it. Students were found sceptical about whether the university produces fake degrees after the news.
While a personal choice to believe in news blindly, Kalinga University is a reputed university in Naya Raipur. Though it is accredited with NAAC grade B, a large number of students enrol here every year. The university has a well-developed infrastructure and offers facilities like a hostel, transportation, internship, scholarship and an easy admission process. The majority of students are admitted through the Kalinga Scholastic Entrance Examination (KALSEE). However, direct admission is also possible as per the students.
Students who are better in academics can get decent placement packages here, However, the average number of students sails between INR 2 LPA to INR 5 LPA. Internships are a bit of a joke here. Though the university offers an internship programme for 6 months, students are required to pay for it. Is it really an internship where you have to pay instead of getting paid? Diving deeper into the ocean of Kalinga University will surely help in making a choice. Let’s begin!

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Year |
Rank Band |
Category |
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2023 |
101-150 |
University |
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2022 |
101-150 |
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2021 |
151 - 200 |
Our Take:
The NIRF ranking of Kalinga University remains the same for two consecutive years 2023 and 2022. However, the university took a leap in 2022 from 2021 which indicated considerable growth which now seems stagnant.
Based on the NIRF 2023 report, the approved intake for undergraduate and postgraduate courses for the 2022 batch was 1,515 students. However, the actual batch size was 4,356 students. The difference is huge! Some students have reported that 300 students were admitted to B.Ed when the approved intake was only 100.
Kalinga University follows different systems such as choice-based credit, grading and semester system for evaluation. Students have found it easy to clear examinations with good grades here.
The curriculum of the majority of the Kalinga Univeristy courses is average including theory, practicals, assignments, presentations, projects and evaluations. Workshops and industry visits are also held. However, while some students have complained about the lack of proper academic staff in most of the departments, some have wholeheartedly given a thumbs up to the faculty stating that they are involved and cooperative. We guess it depends on the department/ course that you are studying and there seems to be a stark difference in the faculty set-up.
Our Take:
The discrepancy in the batch and intake at Kalinga indicates either of two things - 1> The university is not popular enough 2> The university is not good enough and there are other options for students to choose from. We are getting mixed reviews about the faculty, so I guess you need to interact with them or alumni (of the department you are interested in) to assess properly.
Classroom: Classrooms at Kalinga University are ICT-enabled with wireless connectivity and projectors. The classrooms have normal desks and benches. Nothing extravagant. However, centralised AC keeps the temperature cool.

Auditorium/ Seminar Halls/ Labs: The university has an auditorium with a seating capacity of 300-400 students. There are multiple seminar halls for the regular conduction of lectures and events. Laboratory facilities are above average according to the students.

Library: The university has a central library with a 79,000+ stock of books and two reading rooms for 400 students. Digital library facilities are available. The university is also a member of several digital libraries such as NDL, DELNET, NPTEL, J-GATE, etc.

Internet: The university claims to provide 24x7 Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the campus with 1 GBPS internet speed.
Commute: As per the university, they have battery-operated carts and bicycles for commuting within the campus. However, the majority of students walk within the campus to commute from one department to another.
Hostel: Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls are available at Kalinga University. There are 4 hostels in total, 3 for boys and 1 for girls. Students can choose between AC and non-AC rooms. Air-conditioned rooms cost more, around INR 10K to INR 12K p/m depending on the food preference (veg/non-veg). The majority of rooms have attached washroom facilities. 1 to 7-seater rooms are available here. Students can keep irons, hair dryers and other electrical equipment but they have to pay the electricity charges as well!

Activities: Kalinga University organises a host of cultural, academic and sports activities, including induction programmes, festival celebrations, hands-on training, workshops, etc. The Student clubs also organise department-wise events. Also, CSR activities like awareness camps, NCC, NSS, etc. are organised from time to time as well.
Cafe/ Hang-out Places:
The Kalinga University campus has seven cafeterias offering a variety of snacks, veg/non-veg, etc. Canteen rates are average as its food quality! Talking about hangout places, students find it difficult to explore good places near the campus. One needs to travel 5 to 10 km towards Atal Nagar to spot the nearest hang-out places like Miraj Cinemas, Resto CG 04, etc.
Our Take:
A huge check to the college for having the basic facilities and infrastructure in place. Students must check the social media evidence to have better knowledge of activities happening on campus.
Internships:
Kalinga University conducts 6-month internship programmes in collaboration with different organisations and its own departments. The fun fact is that the students have to pay a heavy fee from Rs 10K to 30K to participate in the internship programme. Not much help is provided to students regarding off-campus internships. Whether you participate and pay or find it yourself!
Placements:
According to the NIRF 2023 report submitted by the university, 50% to 90% of the students have been placed during 2022 placements. The median salary can be seen sailing between Rs 2.5 LPA to Rs 4.5 LPA. Kalinga University has not revealed the highest placement package after 2019 which was Rs 10 LPA (lower than average universities). Also, not much footfall has been found in terms of leading recruiters. Let's have a look at the Kalinga University placement details.
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Particulars |
Total Students |
No. of students placed |
Median salary |
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UG (3-year) |
541 |
222 (41%) |
Rs 2.50 LPA |
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UG (4-year) |
247 |
194 (78%) |
Rs 4.20 LPA |
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UG (5-year) |
108 |
59 (54%) |
Rs 3.15 LPA |
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PG (1-year) |
50 |
45 (90%) |
Rs 2.52 LPA |
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PG (2-year) |
472 |
381 (80%) |
4.50 LPA |
A list of leading recruiters visiting Kalinga University for placements is mentioned below:
Our Take:
Verification of complete placement records is a must for any candidate prior to admission. As Kalinga University hasn’t released any placement statistics for two consecutive years, a sceptical opinion forms in students’ minds. The placement rate for four-year UG courses such as B.Tech is 90% but other UG courses are not even touching the 50% placement rate. The average package is also lower than the industry standard.
Students from 20+ foreign countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, South Korea and Uganda have chosen Kalinga University for higher education. According to the NIRF 2023 report, 238 foreign students were admitted in 2022. Students have claimed Kalinga to be a diverse university with minimal signs of conflict among them. Furthermore, the enrollment of female students is higher than male students in both UG and PG courses which is a plus point.
Male vs. Female students
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Programme |
No. of male students |
No. of female students |
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UG |
1626 |
1702 |
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PG |
384 |
644 |
Indian vs Foreign students:
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Programme |
No. of students within the state |
No. of students outside the state |
No. of foreign students |
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UG |
702 |
2410 |
206 |
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PG |
110 |
886 |
32 |
Our Take:
Kalinga University can be considered safe for female students and foreign students after looking at the numbers. Higher female enrollment is beneficial for the university.
Not much information is available about faculty and college administration. However, the university has some catching up to do to deliver quality education and has less experienced faculty as reported by the students. Various queries regarding ‘fake degrees’ made by the university are circulating online. Some students claim that getting a degree is much easier here if you are ready to pay heavy fees.

Our Take:
Very popular in its geography, Kalinga University, Raipur can become a magnet for students from neighbouring states should it provide quality education. Of course, they have to prove all claims as false if they want to become a beacon of education in the state.
Kalinga University is located in the village of Kotni, near Mantralaya, Atal Nagar, Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Nava Raipur or New Raipur is a smart city and the fourth planned city in India which will be the new capital of Chhattisgarh in the near future. The distance of Kalinga University from Raipur is 28 km which takes 30-40 minutes to commute.
Let's begin with safety concerns at Kalinga University. If news is to be believed, frequent brawls between students and anti-social elements were reported in the past. It led to property damage and some students were injured in the fight. It raised safety concerns for the students of Kalinga University, especially women. However, not many issues were reported after that. With a high enrollment of females and considerable foreign students, Kalinga University can become a safer place to study.
The admission process is simple and the administration is supportive. However, the student-to-faculty ratio is unknown and questions on faculty expertise keep surfacing time and again. The infrastructure and facilities are decent but they charge quite a hefty fee for it considering its geography and cost of living. The fee structure ranges between INR 25,000 for DCA to INR 2,40,000 for MBA per annum. The university has itself raised suspicion regarding placement opportunities by not disclosing course-wise placement statistics.
However, Kalinga University is considered reputed in Chhattisgarh and a go-to university for students with average to good academic performance.
Compare it yourself!
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Yay |
Nay |
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Well-developed Infrastructure |
Hefty Fees |
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Decent Facilities |
Fewer placement opportunities |
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Furnished Hostels |
Internship |
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Wifi Connectivity |
Average food quality |
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Easy admission policy |
Limited industry exposure |
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Extracurricular activities |
Lack of management support |
Note: Insights gathered through various sources across internet like student reviews, ratings, student testimonials etc
Overall: kalinga university is one of the most leading institute in central india with over 13 different academic domains,the environment of the campus is also very refreshing and nature friendly.
Placement: every year kalinga is building more and more professionals, and with hands on experiences and deep practical knowledge all students has exceptional practical knowledge and real world experiences
Infrastructure: kalinga university has very good infrastructure including specialised labs and dedicated CIF(central instrumentation facility)Lab not only for the students of kalinga, it is also open to all students all over the state.
Faculty: all of our teacher always push us to the limit and motivate us to become good human beings than just being good students. all of them care for us in ways we can't even express in words.
Hostel: kalinga university has 3 different hostels , i personally never stayed in hostel. but my hostel friends always praise about the facilities and comfort the university has been providing them
Overall: Kalinga University has an amazing Campus with Lush Green Environment , a clean surrounding, wi-fi availability,SmartClass rooms, Canteen Facilities,Campus extending and area of 60 Acres with a 16 Acre Sports Complex as well.
Placement: Impeccable Placement Opportunities for us students as Kalinga Provides a wide Variety of Companies for the Campus Placements Helping us for our Brighter Future, Industry alinged curriculum, Internships opportunities in stream.
Infrastructure: Top-Notch Infrastructure, Spacious Classroom, Availability of Air Conditioning Classroom with Projector making Lecture More Comprehensive and Understandable.
Faculty: Amazing Faculties with decades of expireince, Friendly and Supportive Professors helping in the Holistic- Overall Development of the Student aiding to the Career.
Hostel: Amazing Hostel Facilities with Hostel Inside the campus and , Separate Hostel for Boys and Girls, 2 Hostels for Boys 1 Hostel separate hostel for Girls.
Overall: I found Kalinga University really amazing & focused on students' future perspectives. the university provides a peaceful & safe campus environment, which is very helpful for studies. The presence of students from 33+ countries creates a global exposure that helps in personality development & confidence building. The practical-centric learning approach, industry interaction & incubation support for startups make it a good choice for an MBA as well as other UG, PG & PhD programs. The overall experience is positive, & I would recommend it to students looking for balanced academic & skill-based growth.
Placement: Placement in the university is good. A student who is active in internships & skills development gets a better edge. Companies from different sectors visit for roles like marketing, HR, finance, IT & operations. the university also provide incubation support for students interested in startups.
Infrastructure: The university's infrastructure is quite good, with a clean and green campus. The classrooms are well equipped, and the CIF labs are properly maintained, which helps students gain practical knowledge.
Faculty: Faculty members are supportive, they are not just mentors but also focus on practical learning & practical exposure. Professors actively collaborate with industry experts, which helps students understand real-world applications.
Hostel: The hostel facilities are excellent & provide a comfortable stay for students. Amenities like water, electricity, and security are properly managed. The environment is safe for students who come from different states & countries. mesh food quality is also good.
Overall: When i was searching for universities in raipur for forensic science , i found kalinga was theone of the first private university to offer this course . That really caught my attention and encouraged me to visit the campus when I visited there , the first thing to excite me is seeing international students , it gave me a feeling that I would get a good exposure here. The infrastructure impressed me a lot , honestly it gave me EMPIRE VIBE with a unique Tomb like structure which look quite grand and different. At the beginning I did feel alone , which is very normal in a new place ,but as soon as I started making friends , everything changed ,college life became enjoyable. The environment became fun and comfortable , Another great thing here is the faculty is very friendly and supportive which makes learning easier.
Placement: Placement were decent , as it also depends on student skill and performance but but but they do provide 100% placement assistance for which they have dedicated department known as CCRC career and corporate resource centre where they trained students to became employable , they teaches the personality developments things there like communication , body language , some interview skills and many more and also the faculty of ccrc department they were highly knowledgeable , I personally loved their style of teaching .
Infrastructure: As I mentioned above ,campus gives me a little Empire vibes at starting but with time it became my second home . The campus was equally dedicated to academics as it was to fun and recreational spaces
Faculty: The college faculty was not only friendly but experienced at the same , there experience help us to understand the concepts easier and more clear , also the HOD with their resources and strong connection we were able to do many practical and visited several labs and got internships there.
Hostel: I didn't personally stay at hostel but many of my friends did . I used to visit there occasionally and I liked the overall environment , my friends did mention that the food was not always great but that universal hostel problem , obviously after eating mom home cooked food , mess food does'nt feel as good , but however overall everyone seemed happy living there
Overall: University has beautiful and well maintained campus that creates a positive learning environment, the quality of education is good with supportive faculty and decent facilities that helps students grow academically. however, the mess food could be improved to match the overall standard of the university,overall it provides a solid learning experience.
Overall: BA film making at kalinga university is a good choice if you are serious about learning filmmaking the course gives practical exposure along with basic theory.
Placement: placement opportunities are decent specially for students with stron portfolios students get some exposure but internships and self effort play a key role
Infrastructure: modern infrastructure with well equipped labs and studios and strong infrastructure for hans-on learning campus is really so beautiful campus-in one word built for creativity
Faculty: faculty is cooperative and maintains a good learning environment teachers explain teachers explain concepts clearly though self effort is also important
Hostel: overall hostel experience is good especially for first year students cleanliness is maintained most of the time and hostel life is decent here you can adjust easily
Overall: I was deeply passionate about tech since my school days, thus I wanted to do engineering. And I am glad that I studied at KU. It's the best college in Raipur right now.
Placement: Each graduating student in KU gets placement in their stream; this is what I like most about this college. The student's career is secured at Kalinga University.
Infrastructure: The architecture of the building is truly amazing. Greenery everywhere, wifi, gardens, you will not feel like you are in college; it's fun studying there.
Faculty: The faculty here is highly supportive. They clear even the smallest doubts for students and give us exposure to current trends and career opportunities.
Hostel: Residing here at the hostel feels like a home away from home, and you know what, being with friends from different countries makes things more exciting and fun.
Overall: Kalinga University has several ways for providing valuable training to the students. Be it technical seminars, aptitude training, campus reqruitment programme, mock placement activities, I have faced all these. Also there is a DSW department which ask students to come forward for volunteer purpose which boosted the confidence. They will give you several opportunities to present yourself, even internship. It's just if you are intern then you have to do bit struggle for managing your studies because of workload. Rest faculties are helping always except one or two
Placement: Students get to sit in so many companies which come to university for placements. Both campus placements and pool drive are get conducted in the University. Before placement student are get prepared for interview and GD by sitting in Mock interviews. And around 68% students get placement from campus only. Among all departments T&P department is best one
Infrastructure: Best thing about infrastructure is that you can click pictures as so many places. It is that beautiful and green. It has labs for every programs it's just the labs which is in process of making new one are taking bit time to get built.
Faculty: Major best thing about faculties of Kalinga Univeristy is that they are here for more than 5 years, some are 8 years some are 10 years old which make them connect with students in much better way. They always give right advice to their students for achieving goals
Hostel: The best thing about hostel is that it is not suffocating at all. It is made in large space and with good plan. Have all facility like gym but not allowed for dayscholars. Also you just have to adjust a bit for food, some like spicy food some cannot eat spicy, they make it medium not much spicy. You can get enough space in your room and major thing is safety. facitities you will get is laundry, students outing twice a month, festival celebration for hostlers, gatepasses for entry and exit, hostel warden in all 4 hostels
Overall: The Campus is quite good & have lush green environment. Located in Naya Raipur which makes it a bit far from other cities even from Raipur City as well. However, the university provides good transportation facility for students commuting from long distance. Wonderful campus infrastructure with good number of labs for separate UG & PG Programs. Campus Placemen is quite good but it depends how much skills you have to crack the campus interviews. The Campus Recruitment Training Department guides & provide training to the students of all departments that helps them in showing confidence during the campus interviews. Overall the campus is good & have ample space for recreational activities.
Placement: As per the University record, every year more than 200 students get placed in different companies. The average package offered by most of the companies is between 4 to 6 lakhs which is quite good for starting as a fresher that too in Chhattisgarh.
Infrastructure: Nice infrastructure with separate classroom & labs for each department. Also have CIF lab which consists of X-Ray Diffractometer, Scanning Electron Microscope & more.
Faculty: As per my interaction, faculties of all departments are having good experience in teaching & many are PhD holders. Good Subject knowledge with minimum experience of 5 Years.
Hostel: Good rooms with all the facilities required. Have 2 bed, 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed, 6-bed & 7-bed occupancy rooms available for boys & girls hostel. 1 Girls hostel & 2-boys hostel & 1 separate hostel for international students inside the campus.
Dear student,
The total BBA LLB course fee at Kalinga University is around Rs. 5,74,350 for five years. This includes the semester-wise tuition fee of Rs. 55,000 for each of the ten semesters, uniform fee, exam fee, prospectus fee, etc. Depending on the kind of hostel you opt for, the fees can increase. You will have to appear for the university-level entrance exam of KALSEE for securing admission to BBA LLB here.
Dear Kamleshwari,
For Kalinga University B.Sc (forensic science) admission you need to appear for Kalinga Scholastic Entrance Examination (KALSEE) conducted by the university in online mode. You may apply on the official website of the university and pay the application fees of Rs 1000.
Dear Chirag Chandrakar, no, B.Sc will not be taught in Hindi language at Kalinga University Raipur. All undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Kalinga University Raipur are taught in English since it is a deemed university and is affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The UGC requires all deemed universities to teach their courses in English. By teaching all of its courses in English, Kalinga University is ensuring that its students are well-prepared for the challenges of the global workforce. If you are interested in studying B.Sc at Kalinga University Raipur, you should be prepared to study in English.
Dear Juhi Jawalkar,
Yes, admission for B.Ed at Kalinga University for the academic year 2023 has started. The admissions are still ongoing, and the application form is available on the university's official website. The admission is based on the Kalinga Scholastic Entrance Examination (KALSEE). The application form for KALSEE can be filled out online, and the application fee is Rs 1000 for Indian and SAARC students and USD 40 for international students. The merit list for admission to B.Ed will be prepared based on the KALSEE score, and the qualifying marks are 50% for the general category and 45% for reserved category candidates.
Dear Reyaj,
Kalinga University offers B.Pharma, M.Pharma, and D.Pharma courses in the Pharmacy department. For B.Pharma and D.Pharma admission, you must have scored at least 45% marks in Class 12, and for M.Pharma, you must have a B.Pharma degree from a recognised university. M.Pharma and D.Pharma fees stand at Rs 2,55,250 and B.Pharma fees at Rs 5,01,250.