About Karnatak University
Karnatak University in Dharwad, created by a 1949 Act and a statutory university since 1950, runs around 50 PG courses plus B.Ed and 42 PhD programmes.
Karnatak University was created by the Karnataka University Act of 1949, passed by the then Bombay Legislature, and became a statutory university on 1 March 1950. Its main campus is at Pavate Nagar in Dharwad in north Karnataka. Teaching is organised in faculties of Arts, Science and Technology, Social Science, Commerce, Law, Education and Management. The university reports about 50 postgraduate courses, several advanced diplomas, diplomas and certificates, and 42 PhD programmes. Named courses include M.Sc in Applied Genetics, Biotechnology, Computer Science and Microbiology, M.Com in Corporate Secretaryship, MBA streams including an evening MBA, MCA and B.Ed.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
Karnatak University publishes a yearly admission page listing its postgraduate, diploma and certificate courses and the notifications for each. Applicants pick the course, read the notification for eligibility and dates, and apply as instructed there. PhD admissions are announced separately by the university.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Karnatak University set up?
It was created by the Karnataka University Act, 1949, and became a statutory university on 1 March 1950.
Does Karnatak University offer MBA and MCA?
Yes, the university lists MBA programmes, including an evening MBA, and an MCA.
How many PhD programmes does it run?
The university mentions 42 PhD programmes.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Karnatak University, Dharwad home page · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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