Patna University, Patna

Patna University (PU) was established in 1917 and is a government university that offers a wide variety of courses to its students. PU Patna has more than 3 thousand enrolled students and has more than 100 faculty members. The campus has a size of more than 180 acres. Patna University has been approved by the UGC and has been accredited by NAAC with a ‘B+’ grade.

Patna University courses are 75 in number and are available at the PG and Doctoral levels. Patna University courses are available with many specializations. Many facilities are also provided to the students and the staff by the university. PU Patna facilities include medical facilities, hostel facilities, sports, library and many more. 

Patna University scholarships are offered to the students to support them with their studies. The scholarships are Merit Scholarships for students pursuing PG programmes and also the scholarships offered by UGC. 

The placement cell is responsible for Patna University placements. PU Patna placement cell is responsible for all the recruitment and training matters of the students. In the Patna University placement drive many reputed companies visit and participate in the recruitment process. 

Patna University Location

PU Patna's address is Patna University, Ashok Raj Path, Patna, Bihar. The nearest airport to the university is the Patna Airport which is at a distance of 9.8 km. The Patna Junction Railway Station is at a distance of 4.7 km from the location of PU Patna. The nearest bus depot to Patna University is the PMCH Bus Depot at a distance of 500 meters. 

Patna University Awards, Recognitions Accreditations, and Collaborations

• PU Patna has been approved by the UGC.

• NAAC has accredited Patna University and it has been awarded a ‘B+’ grade.  

Collaborations

• Mahindra Pride Class Room

• Red Cross Society

• Tribhuwan University

• Sam Houston State University

• Indo-European Education Foundation

• Medha Learning Foundation

• Bihar State Disaster Management Authority,

• Shodhganga / Shodhgangotri

• Tata Institute of Social Sciences

• Beltron Telecom Green Energy Systems Limited

Patna University Clubs, Committees, and Societies

PU Patna has many clubs and societies for the students to be a part of. Patna University clubs are like a platform for the students to explore and develop the talents and skills they possess. PU Patna clubs and societies provide much-needed exposure to the students which will be of use to them in the future. 

• NSS - The NSS does various activities in the university. It includes awareness drives and programmes. Students take part in it as volunteers. 

• Sports Committee - This committee aims at enhancing the participation of students in sports activities. 

Patna University Facilities

Patna University offers a wide range of facilities to its students and staff. PU Patna facilities include facilities for sports, health, library and many more. The sports facilities provided by the university include training provided to various sports/games like cricket, football, basketball, tennis, kabaddi, etc. PU Patna facilities include medical facilities like a medical centre. Patna University hostel facilities are offered to boys and girls. Laundry facilities, gym, mess, continuous water, and electricity supply are some of the hostel facilities available at the university. Laboratories are part of PU Patna facilities and they help the students in gaining practical knowledge. The university also has a library that has a large number of resources, online and offline, to help the students with their academics. 

Patna University Courses

PU Patna courses are offered at the PG level. The university offers 49 courses. A large number of specialisations for the courses are also offered by the Patna University. The courses offered by the university include - M.A, M.Sc, M.B.A, M.C.A, PG Diploma, L.L.M, M.S.W, M.Com and M.Ed. The university also offers admission to 38 doctoral courses. The duration of the Ph.D courses ranges from 3 to 6 years. 

PU Patna Courses and Eligibility Criteria

Patna University Admissions

Patna University offers admissions to a total of 75 courses. PU Patna admissions are offered on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination and marks obtained in various entrance examinations. MAT is the entrance examinations that a candidate has to appear for to gain admission to the M.B.A course. PU Patna admission to the Ph.D. courses is done on the basis of the Ph.D Admission Test (PAT) and a personal interview. More details of Patna University admissions are given below. 

PU Patna PG Admission Process (M.B.A)

• Fulfill the eligibility criteria for Patna University admissions.

• Appear for MAT.

• Apply for admission to the university.

• Group discussions and personal interviews are also conducted by the university for admission to the M.B.A course.

• Admissions offered on the basis of marks obtained in the entrance examinations, group discussions and interviews.

• Verification of documents and payment of PU Patna fees.

PU Patna PG Admission Process (M.A, M.Sc, M.C.A, L.L.M, M.S.W, PG Diploma and M.Ed)

• Meet the eligibility criteria for Patna University admissions.

• Apply for admission to the university.

• Appear for the entrance examination conducted by the university.

• For some courses, the university also conducts a personal interview.

• Admissions offered on the basis of performance in the entrance examination and interview. 

• Verification of documents and payment of PU Patna fees.

PU Patna Ph.D. Admission Process

• Meet the eligibility criteria for Patna University admissions.

• Apply for admission to the university.

• Appear for the Ph.D. Admission Test (PAT) conducted by the university.

• Appear for the personal interview conducted by the university.

• Admissions offered on the basis of performance in the entrance examination and interview. 

• Verification of documents and payment of PU Patna fees.

Patna University Scholarships

Students of the university can avail the scholarships offered by the University Grants Commission (UGC). PU Patna scholarships are Ishan Uday - Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region, PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child and PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders (First and Second Rank Holders). Patna University has been approved by the UGC and therefore the students of PU Patna can apply for these scholarships. Students of the college can avail the scholarships which are offered by the central government. PU Patna scholarships include Post-Matric Scholarship For Students Belonging to the Minority Communities, Scholarships for Students with Disabilities and Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students. Students who fulfill the eligibility criteria for these PU Patna scholarships can avail them. Further details of Patna University scholarships are available on the scholarship page.

Patna University Placements

The placement cell of the university handles all matters which are related to the placement and training of the students of the university. PU Patna placement cell also provides training to the students. Patna University placement training includes career counseling, career planning, public speaking sessions, leadership sessions, and many more. This is done to increase their employability and they can be placed into the reputed organisations. Further details of the PU Patna placement process are available on the placement page. 

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