About Rama Devi Women’s University
Rama Devi Women’s University in Bhubaneswar is a women’s university offering BA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Ed, MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA and PhD courses.
Rama Devi Women’s University is a women’s university at Vidya Vihar, Bhoinagar, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. At UG level it offers BA in 13 subjects, B.Sc in nine subjects including biotechnology, computer science and home science, a B.Com with 192 seats and a B.Ed with 50 seats. PG courses include MA in subjects such as economics, English, gender studies and journalism and mass communication, M.Sc in six subjects, an M.Com and an MBA. It also runs PhD programmes and the four-year integrated teacher education programme (ITEP). The M.Sc in Biotechnology admits through GAT-B.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | 608 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | — | 192 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | — | 50 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | 416 | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | 376 | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | 48 | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | 48 | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | 184 | — | — |
| 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
The university has separate admission pages for UG, PG, B.Ed and PhD courses on its website. The M.Sc in Biotechnology admits through GAT-B. Check the relevant admission page each year for dates and eligibility.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- 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
- 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 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.
Where these courses lead
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Professor
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Lawyer
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Chartered Accountant
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Financial Analyst
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Business Analyst
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Research Scientist
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Other colleges in Bhubaneswar
Odisha University of Technology and Research
C.V. Raman Global University
School of Electrical and Computer Sciences, IIT Bhubaneswar
School of Mechanical Sciences, IIT Bhubaneswar
School of Minerals, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, IIT Bhubaneswar
School of Earth, Ocean and Climate Sciences, IIT Bhubaneswar
Frequently asked questions
Which UG courses does RDWU offer?
BA in 13 subjects, B.Sc in nine subjects, B.Com and B.Ed.
How many seats are there in B.Com?
The UG programmes page lists 192 sanctioned seats for B.Com.
Does RDWU offer an MBA?
Yes, an MBA with 48 sanctioned seats, run by the Department of Business Administration.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Rama Devi Women's University - Home · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - RDWU · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- UG Programmes Offered - RDWU · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- PG Programmes Offered - RDWU · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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