Karnatak University was established in 1949, headquartered at Pavate Nagar, Dharwad, Karnataka, on an 888-acre campus.
Karnatak University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across its 7 faculties, alongside professional programmes including MBA, MCA, and LLM.
MBA and MCA admission runs through Karnataka's state PGCET; M.Ed and LLM admission runs through the university's own entrance test; undergraduate admission is largely handled through its affiliated colleges' own merit-based processes.
Karnatak University does not currently appear in NIRF's published rankings, in either the University or State Public University category, checked directly against nirfindia.org. It holds a NAAC grade of A with a CGPA of 3.13, Cycle 4, declared 11 October 2022.
Karnatak University Dharwad has earned NAAC grade A+ with a CGPA of 3.57, placing it among accredited institutions recognised for teaching quality, research output, and campus infrastructure.
Programs at Karnatak University Dharwad are approved by AICTE, UGC, NBA — so your degree is recognised by employers, PSUs, and higher-education institutions across India and abroad.
Founded in 1949, Karnatak University Dharwad brings 77+ years of institutional experience, strong alumni networks, and mature placement processes built over decades.
With 1,20,000 students and 4,000 faculty members (~30:1 ratio), the campus offers close mentorship alongside broad peer-learning and student-activity opportunities.
Being located in Dharwad, Karnataka gives students access to internships, industry guest lectures, and a well-connected transport network — an advantage for placements and exposure.
Karnatak University's alumni include Mallikarjun Kharge, President of the Indian National Congress and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, who studied at a Karnatak University-affiliated college; Girish Karnad, Jnanpith Award-winning playwright and actor, who earned his BA at Karnatak Arts College, Dharwad; and Chandrashekhara Kambara, Jnanpith Award-winning poet and former Sahitya Akademi President, who earned his PhD at the university.
8 courses offered. Fees in INR lakhs.
| Course | Specialization | Duration | Total seats | Total fee | Avg package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) | Hons | 36 months | — | ₹0.9L | — |
| B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.9L | — |
| BA (Bachelor of Arts) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.9L | — |
| BA (Bachelor of Arts) | Honours (General) | 36 months | — | ₹0.9L | — |
| BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.9L | — |
| M.Com (Master of Commerce) | — | 24 months | — | ₹1.6L | — |
| MA (Master of Arts) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.9L | — |
| MCA (Master of Computer Applications) | — | 24 months | — | ₹1.6L | — |
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