Patna University - [PU], Patna

Ans. Patna University is one of the state government universities in India situated in Bihar and recognized by the UGC. Moreover, the Distance Education Bureau recognises the institution as one of the respectable institutions of Bihar. 

Ans. Patna University is located in Patna, Bihar with a campus sprawling up to 181.58 acre campus. The detailed location is J598+V9P, Patna College Rd, Patna University Campus, Patna, Bihar 800005. Students can reach Patna University by road, by air and by train too. 

Ans. Admissions at Patna University generally start at the end of May to the beginning of June each year. The admissions application procedure is entirely conducted online. In order to apply, candidates must go to the official website, select the programme of their choice, fill out the relevant forms (which include contact, academic, and other details), and pay the application fee.

- Yes. Patna University various distance courses under the Directorate of Distance Education, Patna University. They are PG Diploma, BA, BCA, BCom, and B.Lib.Sc. https://collegedunia.com/college/58857-directorate-of-distance-education-patna-university-patna/courses-fees 

Ans. As per Patna University NIRF Report 2023 published by the university, the median package offered during Patna University Placements 2022 was INR 3,80,000 and the highest package stood at INR 4 LPA. Moreover a total of 211 students were successfully placed out of 7977 students during Patna University Placements 2022. Some of the companies that participated in the Patna University Placements 2022 were ITC Group, Futures Group, Wipro, Infosys, EY, L&T, etc. 

Ans. The list of Patna University entrance exam, along with all the details is listed below for your reference:

• In order to be considered for admission to traditional courses like B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, BFA, and BSW at Patna University, candidates must take the PUCET (Patna University Common Entrance Test) exam conducted by the university and receive a qualifying score.
• For B.Ed program admission, Patna University conducts an entrance exam called BEET (Bachelor of Education Entrance Test). 
• In order to be eligible for admission to its B.Lib.I.Sc/LLB program, Patna University conducts an entrance exam called BLET (Bachelor of Law Entrance Test). Similarly, for admission to M.Ed program, Patna University conducts an entrance exam called MEET (Master of Education Entrance Test). 
• In order to be eligible for admission to its M.Lib.I.Sc/LLM program, Patna University conducts an entrance exam called MLET (Master of Law Entrance Test). 
• In order to be eligible for admission to its PG Diploma (PGDM) programs, candidates must take the CAT/JMET/XAT/MAT/ATMA exams and receive a qualifying score.

Ans. Patna University offers a full time masters in business administration (MBA) degree. An enrolled student can either appear in university placement drives or choose an off campus job search. After the masters in business administration degree, a student can pursue the following careers:

• Marketing management
• Sales management
• Investment banking
• Operations management
• Business analyst
• Supply chain management
• Brand management and more.

Ans. Patna University has a dedicated training and placement cell that even offers counselling for students. The placement cell conducts activities to enhance communication communication skills, computer knowledge and skills and personality development of the shortlisted candidates. In order to help students achieve good placements, Patna university invites TCS, Tata Consultancy Groups for soft skills training too. 

Ans. Patna University offers admission into UG and PG programs on the basis of merit. However, there are few courses where students get admission on the basis of entrance test scores. Students can get a direct admission into Patna university, i.e. on the basis of marks scored in 10+2. 

Ans. Once the enrolment is done into Patna University, the merit list shortlisted students have to appear for the counseling session. As a part of the counseling session, document verification is done. At the time of document verification, a student has to submit documents to the administration. Moreover, the university will return the documents after the verification is done. 

Ans. Yes, Patna University has adequate facilities for handicapped or students with disabilities. It has infrastructure with accessible railings and staircases and washrooms for the physically disabled. 

Ans. Yes, students belonging from the reserved categories can benefit from the reservation criteria laid by the government. Therefore, SC/ST students can get reservations upon successful document verification. In order to benefit from the reservation criteria, one has to submit an updated caste certificate at the time of admission.

Ans. Patna University offers a masters of business administration or MBA under various specializations. It includes human resource finance marketing and a general MBA. An applicant must complete graduation to be eligible for the full-time MBA programme. There isn’t any personal interview round for the course, however, students must take note of the official website from time to time for any new changes. 

Ans. Patna University offers a full-time Masters of Commerce degree. A student can pursue various careers with an M.Com degree. Students with an M.Com. Degree can become a financial analyst, finance manager, account, admin administrator, Operations manager and more. Patna University invites various well known companies in its annual placement drives. Students can be a part of companies such as Wipro, Infosys, TCS and more with an MCom degree. 

Ans. Yes, Patna University has a huge library that can accommodate 300 students at once. It includes reading resources from various fields. Students from each stream can benefit from the resources provided in the university library. The library has computer access for students as well. 

Ans. Patna University admits students into postgraduate programmes on the basis of merit. All kinds of admission updates and merit lists are updated on the official website of Patna University. Moreover, students must visit the official website in order to download the post graduate merit list. 

Ans. Patna University is a reputable state university in Bihar. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission or UGC, BCI, DEB and more. Moreover, NAAC accredited the university with a grade B+ in 2023. Therefore, making the education institution reliable and well-established.

Ans. Patna University admits students in postgraduate courses on the basis of scores obtained in the undergraduate degree. However, admissions into LLM, M.Ed and similar courses are based on the university entrance test for specific courses. Interested applicants have to take entrance exams like MEET, MLET, BEET etc in order to take admission into the post graduate courses. 

Ans. Patna University does not accept CUET scores of an applicant. It is because the state university does not consider the central University entrance test for admissions. Applicants are either admitted on the basis of merit scores or on the basis of university entrance tests. However, for doctorate level degrees national level examinations are accepted, which is then followed by a personal interview round. 

Ans. Patna University has Patna University, sports board for students indulged in sports. the board conducts numerous tournaments and competitions for students. It includes sports for men and women both. Some of the games played in tournaments are, Chess, Table, Tennis, Badminton, Basketball, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Football, Cricket, Taekwondo, athletics and more. 

Ans. Yes, Patna University invites PhD or doctorate level degree applicants. In order to take admission into the doctorate program, an applicant must appear for the PAT exam. Applicants with a national level exam score such as CSIR NET or UGC NET are exempted from the written test. Once the applications are shortlisted, the university announces the merit list on the official website. Shortlisted students will be called in for a personal interview with the concerned department authorities. This update will be notified on the official website only. 

Ans. Yes, Patna University offers hostel accommodations for outstation students. Hostel facilities can be applied at the time of admission. Moreover, the applicant must submit a residence proof to prove that they are an outstation student. The hostel accommodation for girls and boys are separate inside the university campus. There are rules for both the hostels with wardens for both.

Ans. Patna University  accepts distance degrees. It comes with the condition that the degrees must be achieved from institutions that are UGC and DEB approved. One of the famous open/ distance institutes that Durg University accepts is IGNOU.

Patna University applicants must take note of the documents that need to be submitted at the time of admissions. They should note that they must fill out the application form very carefully, as there is no provision for modification/correction in the already submitted application form. 

Documents required

• 10th and 12th marksheet.
• Duly filled application form
• Under-taking ( if applicable)
• Graduation marksheet for PG/PG Diploma courses.
• Caste Certificate for reserved candidates.
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate for PWD candidates.
• Govt. ID Proof.