University (RGU), formerly known as Arunachal University, is the oldest university in the state. It provides PG courses in over 39 fields, as well as M.Phil, Ph.D., and PG Diploma programs. There are 35 colleges affiliated with the university dispersed around the state. Admission to various courses is launched in the months of June and July. Aspirants seeking admission can apply online by visiting RGU's official website. This university also provides education through distance learning.
University allocates 60% of all UG and PG seats for ST candidates. 9% of seats are reserved for OBC (non-creamy layer), 3% for SC, 3% for the differently abled, and 5% for ex-servicemen's wards. The remaining 20% of seats are accessible to candidates from other categories.
Admission 2024 for UG Program
BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BFA, BCA, B.Music, and BALLB are among the UG programs offered by University. BA and B.Sc are available in a variety of streams. These courses last 3 years each, whereas BALLB lasts 5. Candidates must have completed class 12 (arts, commerce, or science) from a recognized board. Admission to these courses will be through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET).
University UG Eligibility Criteria The table below lists course-specific eligibility criteria and subject options for the CUET exam.
Courses | Subjects for CUET |
B.Sc Botany | Botany, Chemistry & Zoology |
B.Sc Chemistry | Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
B.Sc Mathematics | Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics |
B.Sc Physics | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
B.Sc Zoology | Zoology, Botany, Chemistry |
B.Sc Geology | Compulsory English, concern subjects |
BA Anthropology | Anthropology: English Compulsory, Economics/Education/English/Geography/Hindi/History/Political Science/Sociology |
BA Economics | Economics: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Education/English/Geography/Hindi/History/Political Science/Sociology |
BA Education | Education: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/English/Geography/Hindi/History/Political Science/Sociology |
BA English | English: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/Education/Geography/Hindi/History/Political Science/Sociology |
BA Geography | Geography: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/Education/English/Hindi/History/Political Science/Sociology |
BA Hindi | Hindi : English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/Education/English/Geography/History/Political Science/Sociology |
BA History | History: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/Education/English/Geography/Hindi/Political Science/Sociology |
BA Political Science | Political Science: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/Education/English/Geography/Hindi/History/Sociology |
BA Socilogy | Sociology: English Compulsory, Anthropology/Economics/Education/English/Geography/Hindi/History/Political Science |
B.Com | Commerce, Compulsory English/Hindi |
BCA | Compulsory Eglish/Hindi, Concern Subjects |
B.Music | Compulsory English, Concern subjects |
BFA | Compulsory English, Concern subjects |
BALLB | English, Political Science, Sociology, History, concern Law Subjects |
Fees of Courses
Courses | Fees |
M.Sc 16 Courses | Rs 13,950 - 48,950 |
MA 14 Courses | Rs 12,350 - 37,100 |
Ph.D. 26 Courses | Rs 11,965 - 14,065 |
B.Ed. 1 Course | Rs 16,050 |
MBA 1 Course | Rs 47,850 |
Selection procedure for UG Programs
Candidates for UG courses at University will be selected based on their CUET 2024 scores and the resulting merit list.
Application Procedure for UG Program
Candidates seeking admission to UG courses at university must apply for CUET through the university's official website. The comprehensive instructions for filling out the online application are provided below.
Documents Required:
Admission 2024 for MA. M.Com & M.Sc
The M.A program offers specializations in Anthropology, Economics, Education, English, Geography, Hindi, History, Mass Communication, Political Science, Sociology, and Tribal Studies. M.Sc specializations include botany, chemistry, mathematics and computing, physics, and zoology.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility |
MA | Anthropology Economics, Hindi English Tribal Studies Sociology Political Science Mass Communication History Geography Education | graduation degree under 10+2+3 pattern from RGU or UGC recognized university. The candidate must have minimum 45% marks in Major/Honours or 50% in Pass course in the concerned discipline or as one of the elective subjects. Also, candidates holding degree in Social Science or Science can apply for the courses of Anthropology, Sociology and Mass Communication. |
M.Sc | Botany Chemistry Mathematics Physics Zoology | graduation degree under 10+2+3 pattern from RGU or UGC recognized university. The candidate must have minimum 45% marks in Major/Honours or 50% in Pass course in the concerned discipline or as one of the elective subjects. Also, candidates holding degree in Social Science or Science can apply for the courses of Anthropology, Sociology and Mass Communication. |
M.Com | graduation degree under 10+2+3 pattern from RGU or UGC recognized university. The candidate must have minimum 45% marks in Major/Honours or 50% in Pass course in the concerned discipline or as one of the elective subjects. Also, candidates holding degree in Social Science or Science can apply for the courses of Anthropology, Sociology and Mass Communication. |
SC, ST, and OBC (NCL) students with Honours or Pass course degrees receive a 5% discount. Candidates with a B.Ed. degree and at least 45% marks are also eligible for the M.A. in Education program.
Admission 2024 for B.Ed. and M.Ed. Program
University Admission B.Ed, M.Ed Admission 2024 The B.Ed program is 2 years long and divided into 4 semesters. The entrance process is merit-based
The M.Ed programme duration is 2 and divided into 4 semesters. Out of the 20 seats, 10 are for paid entry and the remaining 10 are for direct admittance. Admission is completely based on merit.
Courses | Eligibility |
B.Ed. | graduation degree under 10+2+3 scheme with 50% marks in M.A/M.Sc/M.Com/B.A/B.Sc/B.Com/B.Tech/BE (with mathematics) from RGU or UGC recognized university |
M.Ed. | B.Ed. degree from University or any other UGC recognized university with minimum 55% marks |
Admission 2024 for BCA, MCA, M.Tech, MBA & MSW
BCA and MCA are 3-year studies with 6 semesters, whereas M.Tech, MBA, and MSW are 2-year courses with four semesters each. Candidates with a valid GATE score are given preference in admission to the M.Tech program.
AIMETE and IETE graduates are eligible to apply for M.Tech in Electronics and Computer Engineering. MBA and MSW applicants must take a written test, followed by a personal interview. In the case of an MSW programme, applicants must participate in a round of group discussions.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Seats |
BCA | 12th with Math/statistics or 3 years diploma in Technology or engineering. | 24 | |
MCA | BCA or any other bachelor’s degree with Math/Statistics subject at 10+2 level. | 24 | |
M.Tech | Computer Science & Engineering | B.Tech or B.E or M.Sc in Computer Science/IT or MCA from a recognized institution. | 16 |
M.Tech | Electronics & Communication Engineering | B.Tech or Electronics Engineering or MSc. in Electronics or IETE or AMIETE Graduation | 15 |
MBA | Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate in any discipline. | 36 | |
MSW | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum 50% marks in any discipline. | 24 |
Admission 2024 for M.Phil & Ph.D
University has M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs in Anthropology, Hindi, Economics, Political Science, Tribal Science, Mass Communication, History, Geography, Commerce, Botany, and Zoology. Admission is based on the RGUMPET score, followed by a personal interview. UGC/CSIR-JRF holders are exempt from the entrance test and must just attend the personal interview.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Seats |
M.Phil | Anthropology Botany Commerce Economics Geography History Hindi Mass Comm. Maths Political Science Sociology Tribal Studies Zoology | Master Degree with 55% marks Final year students can also apply for the entrance test but are requested to produce their qualifying certificate before the announcement of entrance test results. | 5 5 10 5 10 8 10 5 5 7 5 15 5 |
Ph.D. | Master Degree with 55% marks Final year students can also apply for the entrance test but are requested to produce their qualifying certificate before the announcement of entrance test results. |
M.Phil students from UGC-recognized universities are excluded from the test. The university's Ph.D. students are instantly eligible for the UGC (non-NET) Fellowship.
The number of seats available for the Ph.D. program varies year after year. However, 25% of the total seats are allocated for M.Phil students from university or any other UGC-accredited university, 25% for JRF holders, and the remaining 50% for those who apply through an entrance exam.
Application Procedure 2024
Application forms can be obtained and submitted in four methods, as detailed below:
1. Purchase the prospectus and application form from the University campus and submit the completed application form personal.
2. Download the prospectus from the official website and submit the completed application form to the University campus.
3. Pay the application fee online using net banking, credit, or debit cards.
4. Apply online with papers and pay the application fees through DD or challan.
After submitting the forms, candidates are asked to monitor the status of their applications on the university website. The following documents (Xerox or scanned copies) are required: