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University has announced the datesheets of UG/PG even semester examinations – 2024 for April/May through offline mode. According to the circular, the odd semester examinations are scheduled to take place in November and December of the year 2023. The schedule for admission into Utkal University for the session, 2024-25 is set to begin from June 2024. Some of the courses have qualifying entrance tests like OJEE/PU LLM CET and the admission will be through merit/qualified mark in these tests. This is because all the application forms will be found on the official website of the company. All the eligibility criteria set for a given course should be met by the applicants seeking to be enrolled in any course of their choice. The seat distribution takes place according to merit and reservation criteria before the last seats are filled. Choice filling involves the selection of colleges, allotment involves the mapping of the colleges selected by the students, payment of fees is done online and the final step is document verification to gain the final admission.
Admissions to the Utkal University’s various undergraduate and post graduate courses introduced at Bhubaneswar campus can be done online or offline depending on the admission notice released by the University.
Utkal University has its own online portal for applying for admission where the process is not very complicated. To get admission in this university, the candidates have to first log in to the university website at www.utkaluniversity.nic.in and then they have to click on the admission link. Users need to complete a registration form so that they can have their login information. With this they can log in and complete the admission application form in accordance with the guidelines. As for the payments, candidates are expected to upload the scanned copies of the required documents and pay the application fees through net banking/Debit card/ Credit card.
The admission process for those candidates who wish to get admitted in the University offline is explained below: The candidates have to go to the University administrative office and purchase the application form for the admission by paying the required fee. It has to be filled in correctly and a copy of all the documents that support the application has to be attached and submitted on or before the stated date. Applications which are sent through post should therefore bear the ‘Application for Admission 20XX’ sticker. That is why the University shall ensure that all details that it receives are correct before affirming the admissions in accordance with the eligibility and merit list.
- As for application to M.Sc programs, normally it is required that the candidate must hold a Bachelors degree in the subject of his/her choice of M.Sc program, for example, B.Sc for M.Sc in Physics. Specific minimum academic performance may be required in the Bachelors degree which is often a 50% pass or higher.
- For the selection of students, commonly used methods are CUCET, university-specific tests or exams, or score card merit basis of respective Bachelors degree. This is the case since some universities have their own entrance tests.
- Other methods of selection may include; Group discussions as well as personal interviews alongside written examinations and test scores where necessary.
- When selecting the candidates, considerations such as academic achievement, examination or interview results where appropriate and background in relevant subjects etc. are taken into account.
1. Check the eligibility criteria: Ensure that you have complied with the minimum requirements of the university to do M.Sc as per the university of your choice. This often entails parameters such as the minimum percentage that one needs to score in his or her bachelors degree.
2. Check application dates: As for the admission to the M.Sc courses, Utkal University generally comes up with notifications between May and June each year. While the exhibition application process begins approximately at the same time. The deadlines are specific to the university; you can look them up on the university’s website or pay the university a visit to be sure.
3. Obtain application form: It is always possible to get the M.Sc application forms either online from the website of Utkal University or physically available in the campus once the admission is being conducted. The cost is generally quite low and may include some application fee.
4. Fill and submit form: While filling out the application, ensure that you put in all your details such as; academics, personal information, the program of your choice etc correctly when completing the application. Enclose photocopies of the marksheets and certificates etc along with the completed form which should be submitted before the due dat along with the application fee.
5. Appear for entrance exam: While some of the M.Sc programs let you get admitted to the university by passing an entrance test conducted by Utkal University. If so, make sure you have specifics on the exam and get yourself ready for it in case you are to sit for it.
6. Check selection list: If your name is shortlisted, your name will appear in the final admission/ merit list displayed by the university based on certain factors like eligibility, the marks scored, reservations, etc. For more details about the admission process you need to contact the department you have applied for.
- This university is situated in Bhubaneswar, Odisha/Utkal University is situated in Odisha, Bhubaneswar. It has several affiliated colleges where MBA programs can be pursued.
- These course programs are generally offered to the students after they clear a test like OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination) or have to clear any standard test like CAT/MAT with subsequent group discussions/personal interviews.
- Usually, admission notice and application are done several months before the start of the academic year. As for the expected date of the notification, it is expected to be announced in late 2023 for the admissions process to be done in 2024.
- Some of the important sections which are generally given are number of seats for the course, requirement for admission, the procedure for admission, important dates for applying and counselling etc.
- To get updated information on the admission procedure of MBA of Utkal University for the academic year 2024, it is advisable to visit the official website of the university or the admission authority of the university at the start of the admission session. Details like the form to be filled, the examination format, the course to be taught etc are usually made available much earlier.
1. Entrance Test Scores: The candidate has to complete his or her MAT/XAT/CAT/Odisha MBET and obtain the cut off scores set by Utkal University to be eligible for admission.
2. Past Academic Record: Your previous performance of the 10th, 12th and graduation level will be assessed. Generally, there is need of minimum 50% or 60% of marks in graduation in order to seek admission in any of the management courses. The students who have received higher percentages are given preference.
3. Group Discussion and Personal Interview: The candidates who are selected based on their scores in the entrance exams are then written Group Discussion and Interviews. These rounds test your communication, personality, general aptitude, and the ability to solve problems.
4. Work Experience: Employees who have a past experience in the fractionated job have higher chances of being selected. Work ex of the person is also considered and the duration and domain of the work experience is considered.
5. Diversity: Selection criteria such as gender, classroom diversity, and students from different academic backgrounds are also taken into consideration when recruiting candidates to form a diverse MBA batch group.
6. Extracurricular Activities: This is your interest and participation in co curricular activities such as games, music, drama, social causes among and etc will be appreciated.
1. Check the eligibility criteria: For Indian students, they should at least possess a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks. There might be some more criterion which may include national level entrance test etc in some colleges.
2. Get the application form: The MBA admission application form can also be found on the university’s website or you can pick a form from the university. As a rule, the forms are issued within the period of May-June.
3. Fill the application: Provide your details in the fields requested on this form as accurately as possible, including personal details, academic achievements, entrance exam scores if any, among others.
4. Attach required documents: Please ensure that you enclose with the completed application form copy of some documents which are; bachelor’s degree certificates, mark sheets, caste certificate where the candidate is applying under reserved category and etc.
5. Pay application fees: They also required an application form to be filled along with the application fees that one can pay online or by bank challan.
6. Submit form: Attach all necessary documents along with the form and the fee and drop the same at the requisite department or centre in Utkal University latest by the last date mentioned.
7. Appear for counselling rounds: If you apply for a particular post, after your screening you will be asked to attend a group discussion and then a personal interview. Attend these counselling rounds.
8. Check admission status: Newly admitted students list of selected candidates will be displayed on this page and also on the university website/notice board.
- The candidates must possess the master degree in the respective subjects with not less than 55% marks or equivalent grade.
- It is also noteworthy that the University conducts an entrance test, which checks the readiness for research work, subject knowledge, and the ability to think. This is a test that candidates need to pass at a minimum passing score.
- The next step after the written examination is calling the candidates for an interview after they have passed the written examination. During the interview, the candidate is assessed on the scope, depth and breadth of his/her knowledge in the concerned subject area and research interest areas and potential and communication skills etc.
- Sequel to writing assessment test and interview, the candidates are selected based on their performance. Extra points could be awarded based on other factors like work experience, writings, medals, etc; or performance in certain standardized tests like CSIR-UGC NET etc.
- There is a limited number of vacancies, both for jobs within departments and for subjects, which makes competition rather high. The university has a provision of certain number of seats to be reserved for students as per the reservation policies of the concerned state government.
- However, to be admitted, there are certain requirements which have to be met; the candidate must possess merit, and there must be a faculty member in the department willing to supervise the candidate for the research topic of his/her interest. One is required to seek permission from the guide in question.
- Begin by selecting the exact department and professors you wish to pursue employment with. Ensure that you have found your area of interest or concentration you want to have while doing your PhD and see which professors are willing to take on PhD students.
- Most universities will post a link to the PhD admission process on their website which provides relevant information such as the documents required, date of arrival, eligibility criteria etc. Go through this information carefully.
- You may have to submit essential documents such as transcripts, scores from the entrance test, personal statement, recommendation letters, etc., along with an application form, at the barest.
- Many programs specify that one needs to obtain some scores in national entrance examinations such as UGC NET, GATE, etc. Take them as early as possible.
- Contact current PhD students or professors in the department to find out what it is like at the school concerning the culture, research requirements etc.
- If you fulfill all the requirements laid down by the university, then you need to send in a very good application form that contains details about your academic achievements, research experience in the past and your goals and plans for the future, etc. It is always best to follow up on the application that has been made.
- You should expect other forms of tests such as interviews and entrance exams as part of selection process.
