About Rajiv Gandhi University
Rajiv Gandhi University is a central university at Rono Hills, Doimukh, near Itanagar, with 13 faculties running BA, B.Sc, BCA, B.Ed, MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, LLM and PhD programmes.
Rajiv Gandhi University was set up in 1984 and is now a central university with its campus on Rono Hills at Doimukh in Papum Pare district, near Itanagar. It is accredited with NAAC grade A. Teaching is spread across 13 faculties, including basic sciences, commerce and management, education, engineering and technology, law, life sciences, social sciences, agricultural sciences, and visual and performing arts. Undergraduate options include BA honours subjects, B.Sc in chemistry and geology, B.Sc Agriculture, BCA and B.Ed. Postgraduate courses range from MA, M.Sc and M.Com to MBA, MCA, M.Tech and LLM, and most departments also take PhD scholars.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Agriculture | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | 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: Entrance test, Merit
Rajiv Gandhi University invites applications on its online admissions portal each year. Undergraduate and postgraduate admission notices are posted on the portal and the university notice board, and the notices state the selection method for each course. PhD admission is through the research admission notices of the university.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture: Studying in: Class 12; At least 50% marks in Class 12; at least three of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (Agriculture may count); minimum age 16 as on 31 August of admission year
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- 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 Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- 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
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A
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Other colleges in Doimukh
Department of History, Rajiv Gandhi University
Department of Political Science, Rajiv Gandhi University
Department of Psychology, Rajiv Gandhi University
Department of Sociology, Rajiv Gandhi University
Department of Social Work, Rajiv Gandhi University
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Rajiv Gandhi University
Frequently asked questions
Is Rajiv Gandhi University a central university?
Yes, its official website describes it as a central university.
Where is the RGU campus?
Rono Hills, Doimukh, Arunachal Pradesh, PIN 791112.
How do I apply?
Through the RGU online admissions portal at admissions.rgu.ac.in.
Does RGU offer agriculture?
Yes, an eight-semester B.Sc (Agriculture) is listed.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Rajiv Gandhi University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Courses Offered - Rajiv Gandhi University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- RGU Admissions · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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