Vinoba Bhave University (VBU) was established in the year 1992, located in Hazaribagh, and is funded by Government of India. The university offers various courses at UG, PG & doctorate level with teaching and research in Physical Science, Life Science, Earth Science, Social Science, Humanities, Commerce, Technology, Medical Science, Law, Education, Homeopathy and Ayurvedic Medicine & Engineering etc.
For admission to courses offered by University (VBU), students have to qualify the national/state level entrance tests to secure admission in various UG & PG programs in different specializations.
Admission Highlights 2024
University type | State University |
Basic admission criteria | Entrance exam/ Merit based |
Application Mode | Offline and Online both |
Entrance Exam | JCECE/JEE/GATE/NEET/DEET/University entrance test |
Counselling | Both University level & national level |
Scholarships | Yes |
Fees of Courses
Courses | Fees |
M.Ed. 1 Course | Rs 85,000 |
PG Diploma 4 Courses | Rs 30,000 |
M.Sc 8 Courses | Rs 50,000 |
MBA 6 Courses | Rs 82,000 |
MCA | Rs 68,100 |
Admission 2024 to UG Program: BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed.
UG courses offered by the university include B.Ed., B.Com., BBA, BCA, and BA and B.Sc. in various specialisations. With the exception of B.Ed. and LLB, which are only open to graduates. With the exception of B.Ed. degrees, where students must take an entrance exam, admission to UG programs is primarily determined by merit lists.
After paying the application fees of INR 500 in cash. Students must submit the completed form to the university address together with the required documents.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection criteria |
B.Sc (Honors/general) | Physics Botany Zoology Nutrition & dietetics Chemistry Mathematics Biotechnology Geology | 12th science with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) | Merit in the qualifying exam |
B.Com (Honors/General) | - | Merit in the qualifying exam | |
B.Ed. | Education | Bachelor/master’s Degree | Merit in the qualifying exam |
LLB | - | Bachelor’s degree | Entrance Exam |
BA | History Anthropology Psychology Sanskrit | 12th | Qualifying exam merit |
BBA | - | 12th | Qualifying exam merit |
BCA | - | 12th | Qualifying exam merit |
Admission 2024 to MBBS, BAMS, BHMS & BDS Program
Admission to MBBS, BAMS, BHMS, and BDS programs at University (VBU) in 2024
At UG level, university provides MBBS and BDS programs with an emphasis on medicine and surgery. For admission to MBBS, candidates must receive at least 60% marks on their 12th test, with English, chemistry, biology, and physics being the primary subjects.
Candidates must pass the CBSE-conducted NEET entrance exam to apply for admission to the MBBS program. The merit list will be announced based on the students' NEET scores.
Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
MBBS | 12th (PCB) & English pass with 50%(40% for SC/ST/OBC) | On the basis of their marks in NEET |
BDS | 12th with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) with PCB | On the basis of their marks in NEET |
BHMS | 12th with Biology with at least 45% marks in aggregate | Entrance exam conducted by the Association of Private Homoeopathic Medical Colleges of Jharkhand |
BAMS | 12th with Biology with at least 45% marks in aggregate | Written Test and an Intreview round conducted by VBU |
BPT | 12th with Biology with at least 45% marks in aggregate | Written Test and an Intreview round conducted by VBU |
Note: To be eligible for admission, candidates studying an MBBS degree.
B.Tech Admission 2024:
The university provides 4-year B.Tech. programs in various specialisations. For 3-year period, university also admits students in 2nd year of lateral entrance with comparable specialisations. Candidates must possess a polytechnic diploma in the relevant field to be eligible for B.Tech Lateral entrance.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
B.Tech | Computer science & Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electronic & Communication Engineering IT Engineering Electrical & electronic Engineering | 12th with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) with PCM | JCECE or JEE Main score |
Admission 2024 to MD, MS & MDS Program
University provides PG degrees in MD, MS, and MDS. Programs for MD, MS, and MDS last 3 years. For MS/MD and MDS, respectively, a graduate of MBBS/BDS with at least 50% marks may apply. Candidates must take the NEET entrance test, which is conducted by NBE,to apply for admission to either of PG medical programs.
Courses | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
MS | Graduate with MBBS with 50% marks | Marks in NEET PG is the only criteria to secure admission in this program |
MD | Graduate with MBBS with 50% marks | Marks in NEET PG is the only criteria to secure admission in this program |
MDS | B.D.S with permanent registration with the State Dental Council with minimum 50% marks aggregate (40% for reserved categories) | Academic merit, Performance at NEET/JCECE entrance exam |
Admission 2024 to PG Program: M.Tech, M.Sc, M.Com, MA, M.Ed & MBA
All PG courses require a bachelor's degree as a prerequisite. Programs such as MA, M.Com, and M.Sc. admission students only on their performance on the qualifying exam. However, admission to M.Tech programs is obtained through GATE or the PG entrance exam conducted by the Jharkhand government.
The university offers an MBA brochure and application form for INR 1000 (INR 750 for SC/ST). Applications for M.Sc. Environmental Science are offered to graduates (10+2+3), MBBS, and B.Tech students who have at least 50% marks. INR 1000 (INR 750 for SC, ST, and DA).
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
M.Tech | - | BE/B.Tech | Performance in GATE |
MA | Economics Geography History Home Science Political Science Psychology Anthropology English Hindi Philosophy Sanskrit Urdu | BA/equivalent | Merit-Based |
M.Com | - | Bachelors with minimum 50% marks | Merit-Based |
M.Sc | Physics Mathematics Chemistry Botany Zoology Geology Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics (CND) Biotechnology | B.Sc with min 50% marks(45% for reserved categories) | Merit-Based |
Mathematics & Computing | BA/ B.Sc (Mathematics) Hons, OR BA/ B.Sc with Mathematics OR BCA with Mathematics | Entrance exam conducted by the university followed by counselling round | |
Environmental Science | 10+2+3 or MBBS or B.Tech with minimum 50% marks. | VBU Entrance Test score | |
MCA | - | Bachelor’s with mathematics at 12th/graduation level | Students have to qualify in JCECE |
BCA+MCA (Integrated) | - | 12th | Students have to qualify in JCECE |
MBA | Financial Management HR Management Marketing Marketing Production Management IT International Business | Bachelor of any degree with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories) | GD/PI and academic record along with valid score in CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT/ATMA |
MBA (Evening) Dual Specialization | Finance/ Marketing/ Production/ IT/ HR | Bachelor of any degree with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories) with at least two years of relevant work experience | GD/PI and academic record along with valid score in CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT/ATMA |
PG Diploma | Rural Development & Marketing Management Entrepreneurship development Tourism development & travel Management | Bachelor of any degree with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories) | Admission is offered on first come first serve basis |
M.Ed. | - | B.Ed. | Admission is offered on first come first serve basis |
Dual Degree | M.Sc Biotech + Forensic science/Food quality assessment | B.Sc with minimum 45% marks | VBU entrance test |
BA, B.Sc., B.Ed. (Integrated) | 12th | Merit-based |
Important Points:
A applicant must have obtained Master's degree in the topic or a related discipline with at least 55% marks to e eligible for the M.Phil/Ph.D. program. Applicants with high CSIR NET or UGC NET scores will be given preference for admission.
Every applicant for Ph.D. must take University-conducted Doctoral Eligibility cum Entrance Test (DEET). Admission will be considered provisional until DEET qualification is obtained, which is an essential criterion for enrolment.
To register for Ph.D. program, the vice chancellor may grant a candidate with at least 5 years of professional experience in teaching, industry, or research 5% relaxation.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection criteria |
M.Phil | Chemistry | Master’s in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks. Or NET qualified. | VBU Entrance test |
Ph.D. | Science Arts Engineering | Master’s in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks. Or NET qualified. | DEET |
Application Procedure 2024
After paying the application fees in cash or demand draft, the application form can be picked up at the University affiliated college. The completed application must be submitted in by the deadline set by the relevant college.
The shortlisted candidate can confirm their seat by paying the required admission fee after the college displays the merit list.
For the Integrated Course for B.A., B.Sc., and B.Ed.
1. Proceed to the counter of the university.
2. Get the application form at the University Department of Education's M.Ed. Office counter at university, Hazaribagh.
3. Additionally, the candidate must pay registration fees in cash or by DD to "The Registrar" at university, Hazaribagh, in the amount of INR 400 for SC/ST candidates and INR 500 for general/OBC candidates to receive the application form.
For MBA
The application forms are available to the candidate in three different ways: online, by hand, and by mail. However, they must only be submitted offline.