Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore

DAVV is a premier Central University in India. The university comprises 30 teaching departments and more than 264 affiliated colleges. Every year, DAVV admits more than 2.6 lakh students to over 200 UG, graduate, and doctoral programs. The University also provides remote learning courses under the Directorate of remote Education.

It is one of the country's first institutions to offer innovative and integrated degrees in science, engineering, technology, management, law, and media. The Common University Entrance Test (CUET), which is conducted by NTA, is used to admit students to most UG and graduate programs. Admission to the remaining courses will be based on merit.

It has also partnered with international institutions in Russia, Hungary, the United States, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Canada, and Taiwan on research, training, and faculty exchange programs.

Courses at University 

University provides UG, PG, Ph.D., Diploma, and PG Diploma education across many streams. The table below contains all courses, as well as the eligibility and selection criteria for each course.

Admission at University

Admissions to several UG and PG courses are dependent on the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) conducted by NTA. The institute also accepts other national-level entry tests, like as GATE and GPAT. The following are the details:

• Candidates for admission to UG or integrated courses such as BBA, BCA, and BPES must have obtained at least 50% marks in 12th or equivalent in relevant streams and topics from a recognized board. Admission will be based on CUET scores, followed by counselling.
•  Candidates seeking admission to PG courses such as MBA, M.Com, M.Sc/MA, and others must have bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 55% marks from a recognized institution.
• Admission to MA/M.Sc, MBA/MSW programs requires passing a written test and obtaining a valid score on admission exams.
• For M.phil and Ph.D. research level programs, candidates must also have a relevant academic master's degree with at least 55% marks. The University conducts the entrance exam DET to select candidates.

The application process in university is online, and admission hopefuls are asked to visit the official website of the University, to apply for the counseling entrance.

• Applicants must visit the official website and register for the CET exams.
• Fill out the application form with all relevant details.
• Proceed by uploading the required documents.
• Pay the application fee in the stipulated manner of payment, either digitally or offline using a challan from any SBI bank.
• Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
• For admission to Non-CET UG courses can apply online and pay through digital payment. 

Cutoff of University

For admission to the relevant courses, candidates must first pass the entrance exam. For admission to the appropriate programs based on the cutoff marks. University CET Cutoff is published in the form of opening and closing ranks on the institution's official website. Candidates who pass the CET must register for counseling. The registration can be completed online, and the final selection will be made after the documents have been validated. However, DAVV CET exams will be conducted offline.

Results of University

University holds an entrance exam, DAVV CET, at the start of each semester to determine admission to the relevant courses. The DAVV CET results are available on the institution's official website.

Steps to verify results

University adopts an odd-even semester exam system for its academic programs. Within 25 days of the examination's beginning, the University posts the results on its website. Students can access the website to view their own results. To check semester exam results, follow the steps outlined below. 

1. Visit University's official website.
2.Select the 'associated colleges' tab.
3. Click on the option to view the most recent results.
4. Click on the link to view the course results on the page.
5. Enter the roll number and exam name, then submit.
6. The results will be displayed once you click the search result button.
7. Save and download the ranking card for future reference. 

Placements to University

University has a specialized placement cell that manages all placement-related operations. The cell organizes campus placement drives every year. Renowned firms from several sectors take part in the placement drive to hire students. It has completed the first part of the 2022 placement drive. Over 1500 students have been placed, with an average package of INR 6.16 LPA. The highlights for Placement 2022 are as follows:

Scholarships for Students

University provides scholarships to the majority of deserving students, which pay the entire tuition charge. Scholarships are typically awarded on a merit basis. According to government regulations, students from the reserved category are eligible for scholarships that pay the full fees of their education. The institution accepts all regional and national scholarships, as well as educational loans. Students who succeed in athletics receive sports quota scholarships. At the convocation ceremony, the top M.Sc student receives the Dr. Manohar Chandwani Scholarship and the Sponsored Gold Medal from Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma.

Facilities at University

• Central Library:   The Central Library contains books, national and international research journals, periodicals, and magazines. The library contains a collection of 2 lakh books. The digital library allows users to access various academic articles in electronic format.
• Information Technology:  The Information Technology Centre is located inside the campus and provides WiFi connectivity to all University Departments and faculties.
• Hostels:   Separate hostel for boys and girls, with well-furnished rooms, home-cooked meals in the mess, and other facilities such as WiFi, water purifiers, amusement rooms, playgrounds, and so on.
• Labs:   Each department on campus has its own set of labs.
• Health Centre:  The Emergency Health Centre provides health services and consultations to students and faculty. It provides 24-hour emergency services.
• Auditorium:   The theater is centrally AC and has well-furnished seating arrangements capable of accommodating 1100 people at once.
• Cafeteria:  The cafeteria is located on the DAVV campus and serves home-cooked vegetarian meals and other treats at reasonable prices.

Additional facilities on campus include WiFi access, an alumni association meeting, a post office, ATM/banks, a large sports playground, and a fitness center for both boys and girls.