M.Sc in Physics 

at Utkal University, Bhubaneswar

Utkal University MSc is offered in the offline mode, that means the MSc programme conducts its classes at various affiliated colleges of the university. Candidates also have to appear for exams offline in the campus to complete the degree. Candidates applying for admission should take note that the university does not provide any online MSc opportunities.

Admission into the programme is offered through Odisha SAMS entrance, the eligibility criteria for MSc is a 45% minimum aggregate in graduation.

No, Candidates cannot get direct admission into Utkal University MSc as admissions into the programme take place through the merit secured in the Odisha SAMS CPET entrance exam. Candidates applying for admission into the programme will have to first appear for the exam and then subsequently apply for admission.

If candidates want to take direct admission in the programme, they can apply for the integrated BSc + MSc programme of the university. To secure admission in the programme they will have to apply through their Class 12th score and complete their BSc degree as well.

Utkal University hasn't released its placement data for MSc. The university has released the NIRF Report 2024. As per the report, the median package offered during Utkal University UG 4-year,  UG 5-year placements 2023 stood at INR 2.20 LPA,  INR 3.5 LPA, respectively. 75 companies visited the campus and 198 students were selected for placements at the university in the same placement round in 2023.

A lot of universities in Odisha take MSc admission through the Odisha SAMS CPET. We can compare Utkal University to Ramadevi University, which also takes MSc admission through the same exam. The tuition fee of Ramadevi University is more affordable than Utkal University, but as Utkal University has more affiliated colleges, it offers more varied MSc courses. Thus, after securing a valid score in the Odisha SAMS entrance exam, candidates can apply for admission into any of the universities depending on their requirements. 

No, there is no mention of the MSc programme at Utkal University having internship or practical components according to the course outline presented in the university website. Candidates are free to do internships outside the university and build their resume accordingly. It is advisable to do internships during one's time in the programme so as to be better prepared for the placement rounds at the university.

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

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.

A total of 36 recruitment drives were held and 198 students were selected during Utkal University placements 2023. Further, an improving trend was witnessed in the number of students selected

Further, as per the Utkal University NIRF report 2024, the course-wise number of students placed over the past three years during Utkal University placements is presented below:

A total of 75 companies visited the campus during Utkal University placements 2023. Further, an, improving trend was witnessed in the number of companies that visited the campus over the past three years during Utkal University placements, which is presented below: