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Dharwad (Karnataka)
About Karnatak University
Karnatak University, Dharwad (KUD), established in 1949 through the Karnatak University Act, became a statutory university on March 1, 1950. Located in Dharwad, Karnataka, its 888-acre campus hosts 51 postgraduate departments and 250 affiliated colleges across Arts, Commerce, Education, Law, Management, Science, Technology, and Social Sciences. Accredited with an A grade by NAAC and recognized by UGC and AIU, KUD ranks 238th in Southern Asia and 751–800 in Asia per QS World University Rankings 2024–2025. With postgraduate campuses in Haveri (42 acres), Gadag (32 acres), and Karwar (6 acres), it enrolls over 4,500 students. KUD promotes research through centers like the Centre for Applied Genetics and offers education in regular and distance modes.
KUD offers 666 Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Certificate, and Doctoral programs across 14 streams, including Science, Arts, Commerce, Law, and Management. Popular courses include BSc, MBA, MSc, MA, and MCA. Admissions are merit-based for UG courses like BA, BSc, and BCom, while PG programs require entrance exams such as Karnataka PGCET, CAT, CMAT, or KUD’s entrance test. The placement cell achieves a 60–70% placement rate, with 28 students placed in 2024 at a median salary of INR 4.8 LPA for PG students, as per NIRF 2025. Top recruiters include TCS, Wipro, and Infosys.
Karnatak University Highlights
Some major facts and figures about KUD are given in the table below:
| Particulars | Karnatak University Highlights 2025 |
| College Name | Karnatak University |
| Establishment year | 1949 |
| Campus size | 888 acres |
| Accredited by | NAAC (A grade) |
| Recognised by | UGC, AIU |
| Rankings (2024) | QS Asia: 751–800, QS Southern Asia: 238th |
| Popular courses | BSc, MBA, MSc, MA, MCA |
| Admission Criteria | Merit / Entrance Examination |
| Official website | Karnatak University Official Website |
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Karnatak University Courses and Fees
The table below lists some of the popular courses offered by KUD along with their eligibility, selection criteria, and total Fee:
| Course Name | Eligibility & Selection Criteria | Total Fee |
| BA | 10+2 with 45% marks; Merit-based | INR 5,000–15,000 |
| BSc | 10+2 with 45% marks in Science; Merit-based | INR 5,000–15,000 |
| BCom | 10+2 with 45% marks; Merit-based | INR 5,000–15,000 |
| MBA | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks; Karnataka PGCET/CAT/CMAT | INR 82,830 |
| MCA | BCA/BSc with 50% marks; Karnataka PGCET | INR 1,00,000 |
| MSc | BSc with 45% marks; KUD Entrance | INR 5,900–82,800 |
| MA | BA with 45% marks; KUD Entrance | INR 6,050–15,000 |
| MCom | BCom with 45% marks; KUD Entrance | INR 9,000–12,000 |
| LLB | Bachelor’s degree with 45% marks; Merit-based | INR 15,000–30,000 |
| PhD | Master’s degree with 55% marks; KUD Entrance/UGC NET | INR 30,000–60,000 |
Karnatak University Admission 2025
KUD admissions are merit-based for UG courses like BA, BSc, and BCom based on Class 12 marks, and entrance-based for PG programs. Candidates must apply online via the university’s admission portal, with Fee of INR 500 (General) and INR 250 (SC/ST). The admission process includes:
If Admissions Are Based on Entrance Examination:
MBA/MCA: Candidates must appear for Karnataka PGCET, followed by counselling.
MSc/MA/MCom: Candidates must appear for KUD’s entrance test (50% weightage) and qualifying exam marks (50% weightage).
PhD: Candidates must appear for KUD’s entrance test or UGC NET, followed by an interview.
If Admissions Are Based on Merit in Qualifying Examination:
BA, BSc, BCom, LLB: Admissions are based on marks secured in Class 12 or bachelor’s degree.
Karnatak University Admission Dates 2025
Latest updates about KUD admissions are as follows:
| Event | Date |
| UG Application Last Date | April 30, 2025 |
| PG Application Last Date | May 31, 2025 |
| Karnataka PGCET Registration Last Date | May 10, 2025 |
| Karnataka PGCET Exam Date (MBA/MCA) | June 22, 2025 |
| KUD Entrance Test (PG) | June 15, 2025 |
| PhD Application Last Date | August 31, 2025 |
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Karnatak University Placements
The placement cell organizes training sessions, recruitment drives, and career guidance, achieving a 60–70% placement rate. As per NIRF 2025, 28 PG students were placed in 2024 with a median salary of INR 4.8 LPA. Placement statistics for 2023 are as follows:
| Particulars | Placement Statistics 2023 |
| Placement Rate | 60–70% |
| Highest Package | INR 8 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 3–5 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 3 LPA (2-year PG) |
| No. of Students Placed | 277 (2-year PG) |
| No. of Companies Visited | Not Available |
Karnatak University Top Recruiters
Top recruiters for graduates from KUD are given below:
| TCS | Wipro | Infosys |
| HDFC Bank | ICICI Bank | Cognizant |
Karnatak University Cutoff
KUD cutoffs for 2024 for select programs for general category students are given below:
| Course Name | Cutoff - General Category |
| MBA (Karnataka PGCET) | 12,345 ranks |
| MCA (Karnataka PGCET) | 8,567 ranks |
| MSc (KUD Entrance) | 50% in entrance test |
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Karnatak University Rankings
KUD is ranked among the top universities in Asia. The latest rankings are as follows:
| Ranking Body | Stream/Category | Rank 2024 |
| QS | Asia | 751–800 |
| QS | Southern Asia | 238th |
Karnatak University Campus Life & Facilities
The campus provides modern facilities for academic and extracurricular activities:
Library – Green library with over 3,00,000 books, 45,966 bound volumes, and e-resources.
Sports Complex – Facilities for cricket, volleyball, and indoor games.
Hostels – 21 hostels (including 3 for girls, 3 for boys, and 1 for working women) for 2,600 students, fees of INR 10,000–20,000 per year.
Medical Facilities – Health center with basic medical services.
Innovation Hubs – Labs for nanoscience, applied genetics, and computer science.
Campus Facilities
Auditorium
Computer Lab
Guest house
Gym
Theatre
Library
Medical Facilities
Grounds
Conference Room
Cafeteria 
Laboratories
Common Room
Indoor StadiumKarnatak University Scholarships
KUD offers scholarships to support meritorious and economically disadvantaged students. Scholarships available are as follows:
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Scholarship Amount |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC students, family income below INR 2.5 LPA | Tuition fee waiver + stipend |
| Merit-Based Scholarship | 60%+ marks in qualifying exam | INR 5,000–10,000 per year |
| AICTE Scholarship | GATE-qualified PG students | INR 12,400 per month |
Karnatak University Scholarship Statistics 2025
| Gender | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 1138 | 937 |
| OBC | 460 | 550 |
| SC | 388 | 222 |
| ST | 290 | 165 |
| Muslim | 0 | 0 |
| PWD | 0 | 0 |
| Minority Community | 0 | 0 |
Karnatak University Affiliated Colleges 2025
Karnatak University Dharwad has more than 250 colleges affiliated to it. Some of the Karnatak University affiliated colleges are listed below.
- JSS Banashankari Arts,Commerce and S.K.Gubbi Science College, Vidyagiri, Dharwad
- J.S.S Shri. Manjunatheshwar Institute of Under Graduate & Post Graduate Studies Dharwad .
- J.G.College of Commerce Jnanaprabha Campus, Hubballi
- Sri.Kadasiddeshwar Arts and HSK Science Institute, Hubballi
- CSI College of Commerce, Dharwad
- P.C.Jabin Science College, Hubballi
- Nehru Arts, Science and Commerce College Ghantikeri Hubli
- Kittel Science College Dharwad
- NTSS Shree Shankar Arts and Commerce College Hubli
- KLES's Shri Mrityunjaya Arts and Commerce College Dharwad
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