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Central University of Gujarat - Admission 2025, Fees, Courses, Placement, Ranking

Central University of Gujarat (CUG), NAAC accredited & UGC-recognized, offers UG, PG & PhD programs with research excellence, modern campus & skilled faculty in 2025.
 

LocationGandhinagar (Gujarat)
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Updated on - Jul 30, 2025 05:54 PM IST

About Central University of Gujarat

Central University of Gujarat, also known as CUG, is a Government University, established in 2009. Located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the CUG campus spans over 100 acres. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC with a ‘B++’ grade. CUG is ranked 61 by NIRF under the University category in 2023.

CUG offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctorate programs in the streams of Humanities, Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Language, Literature, Culture Studies, and International Studies. BA (Hons.), MA, M.Sc, and M.Ed are some of the popular courses. Admissions at CUG are based on national-level entrance examinations. The university accepts CUET UG for BA (Hons.), CUET PG for MA, M.Sc, M.Ed, and M.Lib.I.Sc, and CUG RET or NET/JRF for Ph.D. programs.

For placements, CUG placement rate is approximately 29% for UG and 32% for PG courses, based on the NIRF 2024 report. During the placement drive of 2023, the highest salary package offered was INR 5.56 LPA, and the average package stood at INR 4.83 LPA for UG 3-year courses and INR 5.56 LPA for PG 2-year courses.

CUG Highlights

ParticularsCentral University of Gujarat Highlights 2025
College NameCentral University of Gujarat (CUG)
Establishment Year2009
Campus Size100 acres
Accredited byNAAC ‘B++’
Recognized byUniversity Grants Commission (UGC)
Rankings (2023)NIRF University: 61
Popular CoursesBA (Hons.), MA, M.Sc, M.Ed, Ph.D.
Admission CriteriaEntrance Examination
Official Websitewww.cug.ac.in
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Top Courses at Central University of Gujarat

Course NameFeesEligibility
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)
10+2 education from a recognized board or equivalent, minimum required percentage for admission, age criteria set by the university
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
Bachelor's degree in the relevant field, Minimum 50% aggregate marks, Pass an entrance examination or national-level entrance test such as GATE or JAM
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Relaxation in minimum percentage for reserved categories
Post Graduate Diploma
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, Minimum aggregate score of 50%
Certificate
10+2 or equivalent examination, minimum percentage criteria, relevant work experience in the field
Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy)
Master's degree in a relevant field, Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade, Cleared a national level entrance exam (UGC NET, CSIR NET, or GATE)
M.Ed. (Master of Education)
Bachelor's degree in Education (B.Ed) or equivalent qualification, minimum of 50% aggregate marks, qualified Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET) or relevant entrance exam.
M.Lib. (Master of Library Sciences)
Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science or a related field, Minimum 50% aggregate marks, Valid score in entrance exam
B.A. + M.A.
10+2 education from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate score of 50%, Bachelor's degree in the relevant field from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks
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Central University of Gujarat Courses & Admission 2025

The table below lists Central University of Gujarat fees for select courses along with their eligibility criteria, based on available data:

Course NameTotal FeesEligibility Criteria
BA (Hons) (German Studies)INR 22,45010+2 with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET UG score
BA (Hons) (Chinese)INR 22,45010+2 with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET UG score
Integrated BA-MA (Social Management)INR 27,45010+2 with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET UG score
MA (English)INR 12,450Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET PG score
MSc (Chemical Sciences)INR 15,250Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET PG score
MSc (Nanotechnology)INR 15,250Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET PG score
MEdINR 15,250BEd/BA-BEd/BSc-BEd with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET PG score
MLibISc (Library and Information Science)INR 15,250Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET PG score
PG Diploma (Digital Library and Information Management)INR 10,000Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid CUET PG score
PhD (Social Management)INR 19,200Master’s degree in relevant subject with 55% (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), valid UGC/CSIR NET or CUG RET score, followed by interview

CUG Admission 2025

CUG admissions are based on national-level entrance examinations. Students seeking admission at CUG must fulfill the eligibility criteria set by the university and appear for the entrance examination. Interested students should follow the below-mentioned criteria for CUG admissions:

  • BA (Hons.): Candidates seeking admission to BA (Hons.) must appear for the CUET UG and participate in the CUG counseling for the seat allotment process.
  • MA: Candidates seeking admission to MA must appear for the CUET PG and participate in the CUG counseling for the seat allotment process.
  • M.Sc: Candidates seeking admission to M.Sc must appear for the CUET PG and participate in the CUG counseling for the seat allotment process.
  • M.Ed: Candidates seeking admission to M.Ed must appear for the CUET PG and participate in the CUG counseling for the seat allotment process.
  • Ph.D.: Candidates seeking admission to Ph.D. must appear for the CUG RET or NET/JRF and participate in an interview conducted by CUG.

CUG Admission Dates 2025

Latest updates about CUG admissions are as follows:

EventDate
BA (Hons.) Application Last Date (CUET UG)March 31, 2025 (Tentative)
MA/M.Sc/M.Ed Application Last Date (CUET PG)February 10, 2025 (Tentative)
Ph.D. Application Last Date (CUG RET/NET/JRF)June 2025 (Tentative)
CUET UG Exam DateMay 15–31, 2025 (Tentative)
CUET PG Exam DateMarch 11–28, 2025 (Tentative)
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3 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:CBSE 12th , GSEB 12th
Courses OfferedView AllB.A. in German Studies
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:CUET PG
Courses OfferedView AllM.Sc. in Nanotechnology , M.Sc. in Chemical Sciences , M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences , M.Sc. in Life Sciences , M.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:CUET PG
Courses OfferedView AllM.A. in Hindi , M.A. in English , M.A. in Gujarati , M.A. in Economics , MA Sociology
PGD
1 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedPGD in Digital Library and Information Management
Certificate
6 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedCertificate Course on Analytical Technique for Visually Challenged (ATVC) (Six Months)
PhD
3 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedPh.D. in Economics , Ph.D in International Politics , Ph.D. in Sociology , Ph.D. in Nano Sciences , Ph. D in Social Management
M.Ed
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedMaster of Education (M.Ed.) (Two years)
M.Lib
1 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedMaster of Library and Information Science
BA+MA
4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedIntegrated BA=MA in Social Management

Central University of Gujarat Highlights

CUG Placements 2025

CUG provides on-campus, off-campus, and internship opportunities to all its students through its placement cell. The university has a strong placement record with top recruiters from various industries. As per the CUG Placement report 2023, a total of 85 students were placed in top-notch companies. CUG placement statistics for 2023 are as follows:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics 
Placement Rate29% (UG), 32% (PG)
Highest PackageINR 5.56 LPA
Average PackageINR 4.83 LPA (UG), INR 5.56 LPA (PG)
Median PackageINR 4.83 LPA (UG), INR 5.56 LPA (PG)
No. of Students Placed85

CUG Top Recruiters

Top recruiters for graduates from CUG are given below:

TCSInfosysWipro
HDFC BankICICI BankAxis Bank
DeloitteBYJU’SAmazon
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CU Gujarat B.A. CUET UG Cutoff 2025 (Expected)

CUG B.A. CUET UG cutoff 2025 will be released soon on the official website www.cug.ac.in. CUG cutoff 2025 for B.A. (Hons) is expected to range from 230–280 marks for B.A. (Hons) in Chinese for the general category. The expected CUG B.A. CUET UG cutoff 2025 is given in the table below:

CoursesCUET UG Cutoff 2025 (Expected)
B.A. (Hons) in Chinese230–280
B.A. (Hons) in German Studies270–290

CU Gujarat B.A. CUET UG Cutoff 2024

CUG CUET UG Cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to the B.A. program. CUG B.A. CUET UG cutoff 2024 for general category candidates is given in the table below:

CoursesCUET UG Cutoff 2024
B.A. (Hons) in Chinese270.42
B.A. (Hons) in German Studies284.66
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Central University of Gujarat Reviews

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JOSHUA RAJU GEORGEM.A in Social Work | 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 17:17:58
Central university of gujarat is good university where they have good experienced faculty teaching you. I chose this course in this specific university because of its affordability.
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Krinal TagadiyaM.Sc. in Chemical Sciences | 2016 | Apr 16, 2024 15:25:43
The college was good ,had a nice infrastructure and a understanding faculty members which provides excellent quality of service for the students the college also got many companies for the students placement program with a supportive environment for the students to unlock their natural potential for their bright future.
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UrvashM.Sc. in Environmental Sciences | 2018 | Apr 14, 2024 14:22:28
The overall college very good as they have good environment in the college which is good for the students and for newcomers also the seniors are very good
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CUG Rankings 2025

CUG is ranked among the top institutes in India and globally. The latest rankings of the university are as follows:

Ranking BodyStream/CategoryRank 
NIRFUniversity61
IIRFOverall (Government Universities)14
EduRankWorld5576
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CUG Campus Life & Facilities

The campus provides top-notch facilities for academic and extracurricular activities:

Library – Over 30,000 books, e-resources, and access to digital journals

Sports Complex – Facilities for football, cricket, volleyball, and indoor games

Hostels – Limited capacity for boys and girls, non-AC rooms, transitioning to new campus in Vadodara

Medical Facilities – On-campus medical center with basic healthcare and emergency services

Innovation Hubs – Research labs, interdisciplinary research center

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Campus Facilities

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CUG Scholarships 2025

CUG Scholarships are available to meritorious and financially weak students. Scholarships offered at CUG are as follows:

Scholarship NameEligibilityScholarship Amount
Non-NET FellowshipM.Phil/Ph.D. students enrolled at CUGINR 5,000/month + INR 10,000 (Science)/INR 8,000 (Humanities) annual contingency
Post-Matric ScholarshipSC/ST students enrolled at CUGAs per Gujarat Government norms
MHRD-China ScholarshipStudents of Centre for Chinese Studies pursuing higher education in ChinaAs per MHRD and China Scholarship Council norms
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Central University of Gujarat Contact Details

College Location

  • addressC. L. COLLEGE CAMPUS, BILKHA ROAD, JUNAGADHC. L. COLLEGE CAMPUS, BILKHA ROAD, JUNAGADH
  • emailvc@cug.ac.in
  • telephone+91 79-23260092/ 23977402 / 23977403
  • telephonehttps://www.cug.ac.in

Related Questions

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Priya Haldar •  Jul-18-2023

Dear Kailash Kumar,

No, Central University of Gujarat does not offer any law courses. The university offers M.Phil/PhD, M.Sc, and MA in various disciplines, such as economics, political science, hindi language and literature, germen studies, etc. 

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Priya Haldar •  Jul-18-2023

Dear Kailash Kumar,

The Central University of Gujarat does not offer LLB courses. It offers MA, M.Sc, PGD, BA, MA, M.Ed, M.Phil, and certificate courses. 

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