Rajshahi University (RU) is a public university located in Motihar, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. It is the second oldest university in Bangladesh. The university was established in 1953 by the government of Pakistan. Rajshahi University offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a variety of disciplines, including science, technology, engineering, arts, and humanities. The university also has a number of research centers and institutes.
RU is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh. The university has a good reputation for academic excellence and has been ranked among the top universities in Bangladesh
Important Dates:-
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | February 15, 2023 |
| Application Deadline | March 31, 2023 |
| Entrance Exam | May 29, 2023 |
| Result Declaration | June 15, 2023 |
| Admission Letter Issue | June 20, 2023 |
| Start of New Session | July 1, 2023 |
Additional Important Dates
| Entrance Exam | Date |
|---|---|
| College of Engineering Entrance Exam (CEEET) | April 18, 2023 |
| College of Medical Sciences Entrance Exam (COMSAT) | April 20, 2023 |
| College of Pharmacy Entrance Exam (PCET) | April 22, 2023 |
| College of Dental Sciences Entrance Exam (DCET) | April 24, 2023 |
Rankings:-
QS World University Rankings:Rajshahi University is ranked 951-1000 in the world and 13-15 in Bangladesh in the 2023 QS World University Rankings.
Times Higher Education World University Rankings: Rajshahi University is ranked 801-1000 in the world and 11-12 in Bangladesh in the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities: Rajshahi University is ranked 601-800 in the world and 11-12 in Bangladesh in the 2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings.
Courses, Fees:-
Undergraduate Courses:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc)
- Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
- Bachelor of Engineering (BE)
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B Pharm)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Postgraduate Courses:
- Master of Arts (MA)
- Master of Science (MSc)
- Master of Commerce (MCom)
- Master of Engineering (ME)
- Master of Technology (MTech)
- Master of Pharmacy (M Pharm)
- Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
- Master of Medicine (MD)
Doctoral Courses:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
FEES:-
- Undergraduate Courses:
- Science: Tk. 75,000 per year
- Humanities: Tk. 60,000 per year
- Commerce: Tk. 50,000 per year
Postgraduate Courses:
- Master of Arts (MA): Tk. 85,000 per year
- Master of Science (MSc): Tk. 90,000 per year
- Master of Commerce (MCom): Tk. 75,000 per year
Doctoral Courses:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Tk. 1,00,000 per year
Admission:-
Undergraduate:
- 10+2 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate or 45% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
- Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination with English as one of the subjects.
- Candidates must have passed the university’s entrance examination.
Postgraduate:
- Graduation with a minimum of 55% marks in the aggregate or 50% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
- Candidates must have passed the university’s entrance examination.
Doctoral:
- Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks in the aggregate or 50% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
- Candidates must have passed the university’s entrance examination.
Cut offs:-
Cut-off Information:
The cut-offs are usually released after the entrance examination is conducted. The university will release a merit list based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination. Candidates will be selected based on their rank in the merit list.
The cut-offs for undergraduate courses at Rajshahi University are typically lower than the cut-offs for postgraduate courses. The cut-offs for doctoral courses are typically the highest.
The cut-offs for SC/ST/PWD candidates are lower than the cut-offs for general category candidates.
The cut-offs for courses that are in high demand are typically higher than the cut-offs for courses that are less in demand.
Placements:-
Placement Information:
The placement cell at Rajshahi University organizes campus interviews for students with top companies. Some of the companies that have recruited students from Rajshahi University in the past include:
- Accenture
- Amazon
- Infosys
- Wipro
- TCS
- Walmart
- Samsung
- LG
- Huawei
- Daewoo
The average salary package offered to students from RU is around Tk. 4 lakhs per annum. However, the salary package can vary depending on the course, the student’s performance, and the company.
The placement cell also organizes training programs and workshops for students to help them improve their skills and prepare for interviews.
Scholarship:-
Some of the scholarships available at Rajshahi University include:
- Merit Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students with outstanding academic achievement.
- Need-Based Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate financial need.
- Sports Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who excel in sports.
- Arts Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who excel in the arts.
- Leadership Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate leadership potential.
The amount of each scholarship varies depending on the scholarship. Some scholarships are fully funded, while others are partially funded.
To be considered for a scholarship, students must submit an application and meet the eligibility requirements for the specific scholarship. The application deadline for most scholarships is typically in March or April.
For more information on the scholarships available at RU, please visit the university’s website or contact the admissions office.
Steps to Apply for a Scholarship:
- Check the eligibility requirements: Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements for the scholarship you are interested in.
- Download the application form: The application form can be downloaded from the university’s website.
- Fill out the application form: Carefully fill out the application form and provide all the required information.
- Submit the application form: Submit the application form along with the required documents to the university.
- Wait for the selection results: The university will announce the selection results in due course.
FAQs:-
The cut-offs for admission to RU vary depending on the course, the level of study, the student’s category, and the number of applicants.
The cut-offs are usually released after the entrance examination is conducted. The university will release a merit list based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination. Candidates will be selected based on their rank in the merit list.
*Merit Scholarships
*Need-Based Scholarships * Sports Scholarships
* Arts Scholarships
* Leadership Scholarships
The fees vary based on the course. Here are some sample fees for undergraduate and postgraduate courses:
- BA: Rs. 25,000 per year
- MSc: Rs. 40,000 per year
The motto of Rajshahi University is “Heaven’s Light is Our Guide”.
