Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University (MKBU), located in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, is a prominent public university offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in arts, science, commerce, management, law, education, and social sciences. Established in 1978, the university is named after Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji, the last ruling Maharaja of the Bhavnagar state.
MKBU is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC. It serves as an academic hub in the Saurashtra region, with more than 100 affiliated colleges under its jurisdiction. The university is known for its commitment to research, community development, and quality higher education.
The university’s urban campus is well-equipped with libraries, research centers, computer labs, seminar halls, hostels, and sports facilities. MKBU regularly organizes academic conferences, cultural festivals, and training programs to enrich student experiences and promote holistic growth.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University |
Location |
Bhavnagar, Gujarat |
Established Year |
1978 |
Approved By |
UGC, NAAC Accredited |
Formerly Known As |
Bhavnagar University |
Named After |
Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji |
Event |
Date (Tentative) |
Application Start Date |
May 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
June 2025 |
Entrance Exams (PG/PhD) |
June – July 2025 (for selective programs) |
Merit List/Result Declaration |
July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admissions at MKBU are mostly merit-based, though some postgraduate and PhD programs may require entrance tests.
Steps:
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Government Scholarships |
SC/ST/OBC/EWS students with valid documents |
Post-Matric Scholarships |
Provided through Digital Gujarat Portal |
Merit Scholarships |
Top performers in university exams |
Minority Scholarships |
For students from minority communities |
Research Fellowships |
Available for Ph.D. scholars via UGC/State Govt. |
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
Rs 2.5 – Rs 3.2 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
Rs 5 LPA (for MBA/Commerce streams) |
Top Recruiters |
ICICI Bank, TCS, Kotak Mahindra, NGOs, Startups |
Internship Opportunities |
Available for PG & MSW students |
Placement Training |
Soft Skills, Communication, Aptitude Sessions |
Ranked 116 for Overall by Indiatoday 2022
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NAAC |
Accredited with ‘B’ Grade |
UGC |
Recognized under Section 2(f) and 12(B) |
GSIRF |
Ranked among top state universities in Gujarat |
NIRF (Participation) |
Participates in national ranking assessments |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
MBA | ₹41K (1st Year Fees) | Graduation + 55% |
MSC | ₹54K(1st Year Fees) | Graduation |
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