Located in the state of Jharkhand, Ranchi University is a teaching and affiliated university. The university was established in 1960 and is a state institution. The university currently provides vocational courses in various specialisations in addition to UG, graduate, and research programs. University now includes 49 affiliated colleges, 15 component colleges, and 23 PG departments. All courses have entry or merit-based admissions.
According to the QS rankings 2020, University is now placed 95th for total performance. Companies such as TCS, Infosys, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra, and others hire University graduates.
Admission Highlights of University
University Type | State University |
Courses offered | UG, PG, Doctoral |
Counseling | CCMT |
Scholarship | Yes |
Fees of Courses
Courses | Fees |
B.Ed. 1 Course | Rs 2,350 |
B.Sc (Nursing) 1 Course | Rs 2,350 |
B.Tech 9 Courses | Rs 2,350 |
MBA 6 Courses | Rs 2,850 |
LLM 1 Course | Rs 2,850 |
BA 1 Course | Rs 2,350 |
M.Sc 10 Courses | Rs 2,850 |
B.Com 1 Course | Rs 2,350 |
Certificate 1 Course | Rs 5,000 |
MA 26 Courses | Rs 2,850 |
Admission 2024 to MBBS, BDS, Nursing Program
4 UG medical stream courses are available at the university. Candidates for MBBS and BDS must have 12th grade, with physics, chemistry, and biology as required courses. Following the state counselling session, the NEET-UG score will be used to make the selection. The candidate must have IA, ISC, or ICom exams and obtain diploma in general nursing and midwifery to be eligible for Basic B.Sc. Nursing. The candidate must also have 12th grade with PCBE topics, obtaining 50% marks overall. Both courses will be admitted on the basis of merit.
Courses | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
MBBS | Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology | NEET UG and state counseling | 4 ½ years + 1-year internship |
BDS | Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology | NEET UG and state counseling | 4 ½ years + 1-year internship |
Basic B.Sc. Nursing | 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with at least 50% marks | Merit basis | 4 years |
Post Basic Nursing | IA/ISC/ICom with a diploma in General Nursing and midwifery | Merit basis | 2 years |
Admission 2024 to B.Tech Program
The university provides 4-year B.Tech program with 9 different specialisations. Passing marks 12 with physics, chemistry, and math as required subjects is the minimal requirement for B.Tech. The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (JCECE) or JEE Main scores will be used to select the candidates. If there are still openings after selecting candidates based on their JCECE and JEE Main scores, the candidates would be selected based on their Class 12 scores. However, the applicant must apply directly through the university's website for this.
Program: Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
Duration: 4 years
Eligibility criteria: 10+2 in Science stream
Admission criteria: Entrance-based
Accepted exam score: JCECE or JEE Main
Specializations:
Admission 2024 to BA, B.Com, B.Sc Program
The university provides 3-year general and honours B.Sc., B.Com., and B.A. programs.12th grade is required for admission to the BA, B.Com., and B.Sc. (Pass and Hons.) programs. Merit-based admissions will be used.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
B.A./B.A. (Hons.) | - | 12th | Merit-based | 3 years |
B.Com./ B.Com (Hons.) | - | 12th in science or commerce | Merit-based | 3 years |
B.Sc./ B.Sc.(Hons.) | - | 12th in science stream | Merit-based | 3 years |
B.Ed. | - | Bachelor’s degree in any stream | Entrance Exam | 3 years |
LLB | - | Bachelor’s degree in any stream | Merit-based | 3 years |
Important Note:
The entrance requirements will be reduced by 5% for candidates who belong within the SC, ST, or OBC categories.
Admission 2024 to M.Tech Program
The Cambridge Institute of Technology offers the M.Tech program with 2 specialisations: mechanical engineering (CAD/CAM) and civil engineering (structural). There are 18 seats available, and the program lasts for 2 years. The total fees of M.Tech course is INR 2,13,200 for each of 4 semesters. The GATE entrance exam will be used to select the candidates. The candidate will be contacted for counselling after being selected for further consideration on the GATE merit list.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
M.Tech. | Manufacturing Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in Mechanical or Manufacturing or Metallurgical or Metallurgy & Materials or Production or Industrial Engineering with at least 60% marks | GATE score followed by Counseling (CCMT) | 2 years |
Foundry & Forge Technology | B. E. / B. Tech. or equivalent in Automobile or Mechanical or Manufacturing or Production or Metallurgical or Metallurgy and Materials Engineering with at least 60% marks | GATE score followed by Counseling (CCMT) | 2 years | |
Environmental Engineering | B. E. / B. Tech. or equivalent in Civil or Chemical or Environmental or Metallurgical or Metallurgy & Materials or Mining Engineering OR Passed M. Sc. in Chemistry or Environmental Science with at least 60% marks | GATE score followed by Counseling (CCMT) | 2 years | |
Material Science and Engineering | B. E. / B. Tech. or equivalent in Metallurgical or Materials or Metallurgy and Materials or Mechanical or Production or Ceramics Engineering OR Passed M. Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering (Physics /Chemistry/Materials Science) with at least 60% marks | GATE score followed by Counseling (CCMT) | 2 years | |
Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering | B. E. / B. Tech. or equivalent in the related discipline | GATE score followed by Counseling (CCMT) | 2 years |
Admission 2024 to MD & MS Program
The university provides 2-year MD and MS programs with various specialisations. Candidates may apply for the course if they have an MBBS degree or a provisional one that includes a year-long required internship. The All India Entrance Exam, or NEET PG, will be used for selection.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
MD | Biochemistry Forensic Medical General Medical Pediatrics Pathology Physiology Preventive & Social Medical Psychological Medical Tropical Medical Psychiatry | MBBS or Provisional MBBS pass certificate + 1 year of mandatory internship | NEET PG | 2 years |
MS | Anaesthesiology Anatomy Gen Surgery Obst & Gynaecology Ophthalmology Otorhinolaryngology Radiology | MBBS or Provisional MBBS pass certificate + 1 year of mandatory internship | NEET PG | 2 years |
Important Point:
Among its offerings in the medical field, the university also offers M.Ch courses.University Admission 2024 to MBA Program
The Institute of Management Studies (IMS) offers 240 places for 2-year, full-time MBA program. The annual fees of the general and OBC MBA programs is INR 20,000. Selection for the course are based on Entrance exams like the CAT, MAT, CMAT, and ATMA. The candidate's previous academic record, professional experience, group discussion, and personal interview will all be considered after the entrance exam.
Course | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
MBA | Finance Marketing HR IT | Graduation with minimum 50% marks | Valid score in CAT/ MAT/ CMAT or ATMA + Past academic record + relevant work experience + GDPI |
Admission 2024 to M.Com., M.A., M.Sc. Program
Courses offered by the university include M.Tech., M.Sc., MBA, M.Com, M.A., M.A./M.Sc., LLB, and B.Ed. 6 two-year specialisations are available for M.Tech. programs. Candidates must have B.E. or B.Tech program in the relevant field with at least 60% marks to be eligible for an M.Tech. GATE scores together with Centralised Counselling for M.Tech. (CCMT) will be used to make the selection. To be eligible for an MBA, a candidate must have entrance exams at the state or national level, have a strong academic record, have job experience, and have gone through a round of personal interviews and group discussions. A bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline is required for various PG courses to be eligible and selected based on exam merit.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
M.Sc | Botany Zoology Physics Chemistry Mathematics Geology | B.Sc/ B.Sc (Hons) with | Merit basis | 2 years |
M.Com | - | B.Com. or B.Com (H) | Merit-based | 2 years |
MA | Bengali English Hindi Sanskrit Tribal and Regional Languages Urdu Philosophy Economics History Home Science Political Science Sociology Psychology Geography | B.A/ B.A (Hons) | Merit-based | 2 years |
M.A./ M.Sc. | Anthropology | B.A/ B.A (Hons) | Merit-based | 2 years |
Admission 2024 to M.Phil and Ph.D. Program
At the doctoral level, the university also offers M. Phil and Ph.D. Candidates must hold a Master's degree (M.Sc., M.Com., or M.A.) in the relevant field with at least 55% marks to be eligible to apply for M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs. The entrance exam and either counselling or an interview are the requirements for admission to M. Phil and Ph.D. programs. Ph.D. and M. Phil programs last 1–2 years each.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
M.Phil | Commerce | M.Com. with minimum 55% marks | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 1 year |
Bengali English Hindi Sanskrit Tribal and Regional Languages Urdu Philosophy Economics History Political Science Sociology Geography Psychology | M.A. with minimum 55% marks | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 1 year | |
Botany Physics Chemistry Mathematics Geology | M.Sc. with minimium 55% marks | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 1 year | |
Anthropology | M.A./M.Sc. with 55% marks | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 1 year | |
Clinical Psychology | M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology with minimum 55% mark | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 2 years | |
Psychiatric Social Work | M.A. Social Work/Sociology with at least 50% marks | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 2 years | |
Ph.D. | Clinical Psychology | Diploma/M.Phil. in Medical and Social Psychology or Clinical Psychology (2 years) | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 2 years |
Psychiatric Social Work | DPSW/M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work (2 years) | Entrance Test and Interview or Counseling | 2 years |
Key Note:
For Ranchi Institute of Neuri – Psychiatry & Allied Sciences (RINPAS )
1. M.Phil and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and in Psychiatric Social work are the courses conducted under the RINPAS department.
2. There is no provision of reservation for the Ph.D. course.
3. Fluency in English is a desirable aspect of applying.
Admission 2024 to Vocational Courses
University also offers vocational courses such as M.Sc., PGDMP, and PGDBPT. The minimum eligibility for M.Sc. Biotechnology, PGDMP, and PGDBPT is a bachelor’s degree. The selection will be done on the centralized entrance test (CET) score.
Courses | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Seats |
M.Sc | Biotechnology | B.Sc. in Biotechnology / Botany/ Zoology/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Agriculture Science and Veterinary | CET score | 30+2 (2 free seats for the candidates of BPT category) |
PG Diploma in Medicinal Plants (PGDMP) | - | B.Sc. in Biotechnology, Botany, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Agriculture Science or an equivalent degree | CET score | 20 |
PG Diploma in Plant Biotechnology (PGDBPT) | B.Sc. in Biotechnology, Botany, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Agriculture Science and General B.Sc. with Botany and Zoology | CET score | 20 |
Other Vocational courses that are provided by the university are as follows:
UG Courses:
Biotechnology, Computer Application, Computer Maintenance, Information Technology, Office Management & Secretarial Practice, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Fashion Designing, Food Processing, Environment & Water Management, Business Administration, Advertising, Sales Promotion, & Sales Management.
PG Courses:
LL.M, MBA, MCA, M. Sc. (Electronics and Communication), MA in JyotirVigyan (Astrology), M. A. in Rural Development, M.A. in Public Administration, M. A. in Mass Communication, MA Museology & Archaeology, MA Human Rights, M.Sc. Biotechnology, Medicinal Plant; Food Preservation and Bakery; Functional Arabic; Functional Persian; Journalism; Broadcast Journalism & Video Production, M.A./M.Sc. in Yoga, PG Diploma in Yogic Sciences and add on certificate course in Yoga.
Application Procedure 2024
Candidates can complete out the application and submit it offline to apply for any of the university's courses. The following steps outline how to complete the application form. Comply with their instructions and register.
For UG and graduate courses:
1. Click on University's official webpage.
2. To access the UG/PG Admission Form Sample for Students, click on it.
3. Fill out the application by downloading it, signing the declaration, and providing the required information.
4. Together with the required documents, the candidate must deliver the form to the university's address.
5. The candidate must obtain a crossed DD for the appropriate amount and submit it with the completed application and required paperwork in order to pay the registration fees.
For an MBA:
1. The Online Supplementary Application Form (OSAF), which may be accessed on the official website, must be completed by the applicant for admission to the MBA program.
2. University is the direct source of the OSAF copy and other documentation for the candidate.
3. Immediately following OSAF submission, the candidate will receive a PDF copy of the OSAF in their email, which they must print out on A4 paper along with the required documentation.
4. The student can now pay the INR 500 application fee at RANCHI in the form of an A/C payee DD made payable to "Vocational A-1 MBA COURSE."
Admissions Office,
Institute of Management Studies,
Ranchi University,
Morabadi Campus, Ranchi – 834008
For M.Phil. and Ph.D. (RINPAS):
1. Download the application form sample by visiting the official websites of Jharkhand University or Ranchi University.
2. Provide the required details on the application form.
3. Together with the other pertinent documents, affix the self-attested photocopies of the last year's mark sheet (for the P.G. course or M.Phil.
4. Along with the application form, you must now submit the registration fee in the form of a demand draft (DD) for INR 1200 (or INR 600 for Jharkhand ST/SC candidates) made payable to the Registrar of University.
5. Now deliver the application, DD, and supporting documentation to the Controller of Examinations' office at university.
For Vocational Courses:
1. The application form is available to candidates at the Basic Science Building, Morhabadi, Ranchi University, University department of Botany.
2. The candidate must pay the application form fees in order to receive the form.
3. The form fee is INR 800, and it must be paid from any bank in Ranchi in the form of a crossed cheque made payable to "Vocation A-1, Biotech," Ranchi University, Ranchi.
4. On the back of the DD, the applicant must also put their name and the course they are applying for.