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Utkal University Admission Overview 2025

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Q:   Which entrance exam is accepted by Utkal University?
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Utkal University accepts different tests for different courses. Check below to know the accepted exam for few courses:

MBA: CPET/UTAM/CAT/CMAT/XAT/ICAR/TISSNET

BSc: 12th class exams

B.Ed:  Career and Entrance examination

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Q:   What is the last date for Utkal University application form 2023?
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The Utkal University admission process for the year 2023 has been completed. The admission process for UG & PG courses usually begins every year in April. Around the same timeline, the university releases an official notification on its website. With the registration portal activation, the admission procedure also commences for the academic year. For Utkal University 2024 admissions, the procedure is also expected to commence in the first or second week of April. 

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Q:   How can I apply for MBA at Utkal University?
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Candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria, i.e, a UG degree holder can fill out the application form online. Candidates can register for the course on the university’s official website along with paying an application fee of INR 600. Check out the following steps to fill Utkal University application form for MBA course:

  1. Visit the official website of the University, (utkaluniversity.nic.in).
  2. Register yourself by clicking on the register button.
  3. Pay the application fee online via debit/ credit cards or net banking.
  4. Download the application form.
  5. Take a printout of the application form and fill it out by entering the required details.
  6. Submit the application form at the University office.
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Utkal University Eligibility & Selection 2025

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Q:   Does Utkal University accept CAT score?
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Yes, Utkal University accepts CAT scores for admission to its MBA in Agri-Business Management. Candidates willing to get admission to this course can appear for CAT and submit their scores at the time of filling the application form. Apart from CAT, the university also considers scores of other entrance exams such as MAT, CMAT, XAT, ICAR-AIEEA PG, TISSNET and UMAT (in-house) entrance exams).

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Q:   What is Utkal University BSc (Hons) cutoff?
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Utkal University Orissa SAMS cutoff has been released up to Round 1. The University offers admissions to various BSc specialisations based on Orrisa SAMS. As per Utkal University cutoff, BSc (Hons) in Physics is the most competetive cource . Tabulated below is the college-wise BSc (Hons) in Physics cutoff for the previous years: 

College2022
Buxi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar Autonomous College91.8
Nimapara College88.2
Stewart Science College85.6
Nayagarh College83.5
Kendrapara Autonomous College83
Nimapara Autonomous College81.67
Christ College, Cuttack79.17
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Q:   How can I join Utkal University?
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Utkal University course admission is both merit and entrance exam-based. Below are the eligibility and selection criteria for some of the programmes offered at Utkal University:

Programme

Eligibility

Selection Criteria

MBA

UG degree in any stream with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ ST candidates)

CPET/ CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ XAT/ ICAR-AIEEA PG/ TISSNET/ UMAT + Personal Interview (PI)

BSc

Class 12 in the Science stream

Merit-based

MSc

BSc in relevant stream

CPET

B.Ed

UG degree with a minimum of 50-55% aggregate

Career and Entrance Examination

MA

BA in relevant discipline

CPET

BA B.Ed

Class 12

CPET

 

Candidates who qualify for entrance examinations or are shortlisted based on their marks in the qualifying examination will have to report to the admission cell at Utkal University for document verification and fee payment for final seat allotment.

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Utkal University Admission Process 2025

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Q:   How many credits does a student need to complete to get a Utkal University MBA degree?
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Utkal University MBA is a two-year full-time programme. The programme is divided among four semesters with 32 papers to be completed over the course of two years. Students have to complete 132 credits to earn a MBA degree in Utkal University, each semester students have to complete 32 credits except the third semester where they'll have to complete 36 credits. Completing all the credits is essential for getting a passing grade in the course.

Q:   How much percentage is required for Utkal University?
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To get admission to PG courses at Utkal University, candidates must fulfil the minimum eligibility requirements for the respective courses. The eligibility criteria may differ for all courses at Utkal University. Find below the required percentage for some of the popular PG courses of Utkal University:

 

Course

Eligibility

MBA

Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with an aggregate of 50% (45% for SC/ST)

B.Ed

UG degree with minimum 50-55% aggregate

MSc

BSc/BSc (H) degree or an equivalent with minimum 55% aggregate

MCAUG degree in BCA or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate
Q:   Can my application for DDCE, Utkal University admission get rejected?
A: 

Yes, the application form for Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University,  admission can be rejected if the details filled by the candidate are incorrect. It can also be rejected if the candidate has not uploaded the correct documents required like marksheets, certificates, ID proofs, etc.

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B.Sc. Admissions 2026

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  • 10+2 with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Odisha CHSE, BSEB 12th, MPBSE 12th
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UG 4 years2024-25
Total students415
% Female students
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Total students599
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Utkal University Application Process 2025

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Q:   Can I fill out the Utkal University application form offline?
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Yes, candidates can download the application form and submit it at the University office. The hard copy of the application form can be collected from the respective department. This completed form can further be submitted to the department along with copies of the necessary documents. The documents required with the application form are Class 10 and Class 12 marksheet, graduation degree and marksheet (if applicable), postgraduation degree and marksheet (if required), migration certificate, character certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), original application fee e-receipt, and one passport-size photograph.

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Q:   What is the annual fee for MSc at Utkal University?
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The annual for all the specialisations of the MSc programme is 4,632 and the total tuition fee ranges between INR 2,610 - INR 1.48 lakh. It must be noted that this data is taken from unofficial sources and hence is subject to change. To understand the fee payment process or about concession, candidates can reach out to university officials. Moreover, the application fee for PG courses at Utkal is INR 600. Registration fee payment can be through credit card/debit card/net banking. Applications of only the students who submit the fee on time are accepted. 

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Q:   What is the fees structure of MBA at Utkal University?
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The Utkal University MBA fee ranges INR 288 to INR 4 lakh. This fee range includes the tuition fee for MBA (Regular), IMBA, E-MBA and other MBA courses. This fee is given as per the data available on the official sources and hence, is subject to change. Other than the tuition fees, candidates also have to pay for Laboratory development fee, Mess charges, Alumni fees, etc.

There are nearly 12 Utkal University-affiliated colleges that offer MBAs. The fee payment has to be done at the time of admission followed by fee payment in the semesters.

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Q:   Which MBA specialisation does Utkal University offer?
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Utkal University offers a two-year regular course of MBA. Apart from this, the university also offers two other Management courses, namely MBA in Financial Management and MBA in Agribusiness specialisation. All the MBA courses are taught by the Department of Commerce and the Department of Business Administration. Utkal University admits students to MBA via a common selection process, which is inclusive of qualifying for the respective entrance exam, followed by PI round.

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Q:   What all specialisations are offered under MA course by DDCE, Utkal University?
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Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University offers various specialisations under MA course. They are as follows:-

  • MA in Economics
  • MA in English
  • MA in Odia
  • MA in Public Administration
  • MA in Sociology
  • MA in Education
  • MA in Hindi
  • MA in Political Science
  • MA in Sanskrit
  • MA in History
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Utkal University Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   What is the selection criteria for Utkal University integrated programmes?
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Admission to integrated courses such as BBA-MBA is based on the Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) conducted by the university. Candidates are shortlisted based on marks secured in the entrance exam (70% weightage) and academic records (30%). A merit list is released to announce the names of selected students. These candidates can then report at the university on the day and at the time prescribed by the university. After document verification and fee payment, admission is confirmed. The number of seats left vacant is announced at the time of admission. In this case, other students can get a chance. For any queries, candidates can reach out to their course coordinators. 

Q:   What is the Utkal University selection criteria for MPharm admission?
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Admissions to the MPharma course are made based on the OJEE exam. However, only giving the exam does not confirm admission. The admissions are given in order of rank. Those who get admission have to pay the fees to confirm their seat.
Q:   What is the selection criteria for Utkal University MA programme?
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Utkal University selects students for MA based on entrance test scores. This test is conducted by the university itself. The merit list for the same is released by the university before the seat allocation process.

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Is admission to DDCE Utkal University merit-based or entrance-based?

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Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University offers admissions completely on the basis of merit. The institute does not require any entrance exam to offer admission to any course. In order to secure admission to DDCE Utkal University, candidates must fulfil the course-specific

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Can I apply online for DDCE, Utkal University admission?

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Yes, the application forms for Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University, admission are available online. Candidates can fill them through the official website of the university/department. All the required documents should be attached carefully and details filled to avoid a

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Can I get direct admission in MBA course at DDCE, Utkal University?

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No, you cannot get direct admission in MBA course at Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University. Admissions to this course is entrance-based. The university conducts an online test followed by a personal interview of the same. Career mapping of the student is also done and an

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What is the number of seats available for MBA at Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University?

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The number of seats available for MBA at Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University is 600. The admisions are granted on the first come and first serve basis for this course. Hence, candidates must apply prior to the last date for admission to avoid any confusion and hurry la

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What is the selection criteria for MCA course at DDCE, Utkal University?

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For taking admission in the MCA course at Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University, candidates must appear for an online test conducted by the university itself. They must achieve a valid aggregate in the same. Additionally, they must also appear for an personal interview f

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