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Patna University

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Overview

Patna University (पटना विश्वविद्यालय) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Patna, Bihar, India. Founded in 1917, Patna University (PU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India. PU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 109-year-old Indian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. PU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Patna University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Patna University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Patna University' Size by Total Enrollmentnot reported

Selectivity

Patna University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) पटना विश्वविद्यालय
Acronym PU
Founded 1917
Motto
Colours Red and white
Mascot
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Location

Address Ashok Raj Path, near Patna College
Patna
800 005 Bihar
India
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Patna University Phone Number (612) 267 0352
Patna University Fax Number (612) 267 0877
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Recognition and Accreditation

Patna University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Patna University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: University Grants Commission of India

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1917


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Patna University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE)
  • Bar Council of India (BCI)


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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Patna University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Patna University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Patna University's academic range and degree level offering.



Patna University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees
Bachelor
degrees
Master
degrees
Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Patna University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Patna University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Patna University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Patna University.



Patna University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
Not reported Not reported

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Admissions

Patna University Admission Info


Patna University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Patna University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Patna University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Patna University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Patna University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Patna University's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


Patna University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Patna University Size and Profile


Patna University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Patna University's total enrolment number is not reported.


Patna University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Patna University's academic staff number is not reported.


Patna University's Control Type Control Type

Patna University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Patna University's Entity Type Entity Type

Patna University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Patna University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Patna University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Patna University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Patna University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Patna University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Patna University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Patna University Facilities


Patna University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Patna University's Library


Patna University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Patna University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Patna University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Patna University Services


Patna University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Patna University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Patna University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Patna University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Patna University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Patna University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Patna University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Patna University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Distance Education Bureau (DEB)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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X X (Twitter)

Patna University's X page review

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patna University public or private?

Patna University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Patna University profit or non-profit?

Patna University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Patna University in terms of enrollment?

Patna University's total enrolment number is not reported.

What is the size of Patna University in terms of academic staff?

Patna University's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Patna University a coeducational institution?

Patna University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Patna University use?

Patna University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Patna University affiliated with?

None.

Does Patna University admit international students?

Not reported.

What is Patna University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Patna University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Patna University PU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Patna University PU located?

Patna University is located in Patna, Bihar, India. Address: Ashok Raj Path, near Patna College.

Is Patna University PU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Patna University is accredited by University Grants Commission of India (since 1917).

Does Patna University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Patna University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Patna University have a university library?

Yes

Does Patna University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Patna University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Patna University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Patna University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Patna University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Patna University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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