Shivaji University, Kolhapur

Established in the year 1962, Shivaji University is a public university named after the great Maratha warrior and founder of the Maratha empire Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The university was ranked at 28th position in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) University Ranking 2020. Shivaji University campus covers an area of 853 acres and it has 280 colleges affiliated to it. With a CGPA of 3.52, Shivaji University is accredited with an ‘A++’ grade by NAAC. Shivaji University Kolhapur has 34 postgraduate departments. As per the official website, the mission of the university is to serve the society needs by encouraging, generating and promoting excellence in research and extension activities.

The university provides admission to 217 courses. It offers courses at undergraduate, postgraduate diploma, postgraduate, integrated and doctoral levels. Shivaji University Kolhapur provides both entrance based admission and merit-based admission, depending on the programme. MAH MBA CET scores are taken into consideration for admission in the M.B.A. programme. The university has collaboration with numerous universities and institutes to provide exposure to students. A few of them are Yeungnam University, South Korea, University of Portsmouth, England etc.

Shivaji University Kolhapur students are provided with multiple scholarships and the university has a well-maintained placement cell for placements and internships of students. The campus consists of all the facilities and infrastructure required for students and staff members. 

Shivaji University Location

The university is situated at Vidya Nagar, Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Kolhapur Airport is nearest to the university and it is located 6.1 km away from the campus. Kolhapur Railway Station (5.1 km away from the campus) and Shalini Palace Bus Stop (7.5 km away from the campus) are the nearest railway station and bus stop to the varsity respectively.

Shivaji University Latest News and Updates

• The Department of Mass Communication conducted the 5th Spark Film Festivals and organised the screening of a short movie - Purn Viram.

• The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication in association with Kolhapur Press Club organised a two days webinar on the topic, “ Google News Initiative Fact-Checking and Verification ”. 

Shivaji University Kolhapur Accreditation

• The university has been accredited by NAAC with an ‘A++’ grade.

Shivaji University Collaborations

• National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan

• Kyungpook National University, South Korea

• Hanyang University, South Korea

• Gifu University, Japan 

• Kyungpook National University, Daegue, South Korea

• Gyeongsang National University, South Korea

• National Research Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Mayabeque, Cuba

• Chonnam National University Gwangju, South Korea

• Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria

• Incheon National University, South Korea

• Collegium Civitas, Warsaw, Poland 

• Yeungnam University, South Korea

• Leaders in IndustryUniversity Co-operation Chonnam National University, Gwangju, South Korea

• Dongduk University, Seoul, South Korea 

• Daemen College, U.S.A

• University of Portsmouth, England 

• Myongji University, Yongin-city, Gyeonggido, South Korea

• Ariel University, Israel

• Haifa University, Israel

• Tel-Aviv University, Israel

• National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan

• National Taiwan Science and Technol University, Taipei, Taiwan

• University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK

• Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

• National Taitung University, Taitung, Taiwan

• Myongji University, Republic of Korea

• University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK

• Oriental Institute of Technology, Taipei City, Taiwan

• National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi, Taiwan

• National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taichung, Taiwan

Shivaji University Notable Alumni

Shivaji Universities Clubs and Societies 

National Social Scheme - Shivaji University NSS aware people about their social responsibility and teach them the ways they can contribute for the betterment of the society.  

Shivaji University Facilities and Infrastructure

There are modern and updated facilities and infrastructure at the university campus. For students and faculty members, the varsity has a modern library stocked with books, journals and various other reading materials. Shivaji University facilities also include boys hostels, girls hostels, auditorium, cafeteria, gym etc. The entire campus of Shivaji University has wifi connectivity. The varsity also has facilities and infrastructure for both indoor and outdoor sports at the campus.  For accommodation of guests of the varsity, a well maintained guest house is available in the university premises. Students of the university can use laboratories to conduct experiments and practicals. Shivaji University facilities provide a comfortable time to students at the campus. 

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Shivaji University Courses

The university offers courses at four levels - diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level. Integrated and postgraduate diploma programmes are also offered to students. B.Arch, B.Com, M.A., L.L.M, M.Com, M.Phil. etc. are some of Shivaji University courses students can opt for. The eligibility criteria for Shivaji University UG courses is 10+2 examinations from a recognised university. A bachelor degree from a recognised university is the eligibility criteria for Shivaji University PG courses. 

Shivaji University Courses and Eligibility Criteria

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Shivaji University Admissions

The first and foremost condition to take admission in courses offered by the university is to meet the eligibility criteria. Shivaji University admission to B.Lib.I.Sc., M.Sc., M.C.A., M.S.W., B.Ed. and M.Ed. programmes is given on the basis of marks obtained by candidates in the entrance exam conducted by the varsity. For M.B.A. admission, the university accepts MAH CET scores. The varsity provides merit-based admission in M.A. and M.Com programmes. As per the Shivaji University admission policy, 90% of seats in PG courses are reserved for students who have graduated from Shivaji University and 10% of seats are reserved for students from other universities. 

Shivaji University Admission Process - B.Lib.I.Sc., M.Sc., M.C.A., M.S.W., M.Ed. and B.Ed.

• Fill Shivaji University application form.

• Appear for the university entrance exam.

• The varsity selects candidates on the basis of entrance marks.

• Merit list is released by the university.

• The eligible candidates need to visit the campus, submit documents and pay course fees.

Shivaji University M.B.A. Admission Procedure

• Appear for MAH MBA CET.

• MAH Merit list released by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.

• Register and participate in the MAH MBA CET counselling. 

• Fill college choice and select Shivaji University as your first choice. 

• Based on the entrance score, colleges are allotted.

• Candidates allotted Shivaji University need to pay programme fees and submit documents. 

Shivaji University Admission Steps - M.A. and M.Com

• Candidates need to register for admission by filling the application form.

• On the basis of undergraduate degree scores, candidates are selected for admission. 

• Next, Shivaji University releases a merit list.

• Subsequent to merit list, eligible candidates need to deposit documents and programme fees to secure admission.

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Shivaji University Scholarships

The university offers 708 scholarships to students enrolled in UG and PG courses every year. Scholarships are offered to students based on their academic performance. Shivaji University has a scholarship fund of Rs. 45,00,000. As per the university scholarship policy, students who are eligible for Shivaji University scholarships are offered a scholarship amount that ranges from Rs. 5,000 - Rs. 10,000 per annum. The students of the varsity can also apply for state level and national level scholarships. Dr. Appasaheb Pawar Merit Scholarship for History, Daxina Fellowship, Prof. N.V.J.Swami Scholarship etc. are a few of Shivaji University scholarships students can obtain. Furthemore, fellowships are also offered to Ph.D students.

Shivaji University Placements 

The central placement cell of the university is responsible for conducting placement drive at the campus. Every year numerous companies from private and public sectors i.e. TCS, Genpact, Wipro etc. participates in Shivaji University placements. The central placement cell maintains relationships with corporates and alumni to provide best possible placements to students in their final year of studies. To help students in choosing the right career path, the central placement cell invites alumni and industry experts to give guest lectures. Numerous other programmes like personality development programmes, skill development programmes etc. are also conducted by Shivaji University placement cell.

Shivaji University UG 4 Year Courses Placements  (2019-20)

Shivaji University Kolhapur PG 1 Year Programmes Placements (2019-20)

Shivaji University Placements - PG 2 Year Programmes (2019-20)

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