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Radha Govind University (RGU) is a state private university established in 2018 under the Radha Govind University Act (Jharkhand Act No. 14 of 2018). Founded in memory of Late Sri Govind Sah and Late Smt. Radha Devi, the university is located at Radha Govind Nagar, Lalki Ghati, Ramgarh, Jharkhand. RGU is recognised by the UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, and holds statutory approvals from AICTE, NCTE (for education programmes), PCI (for pharmacy), and BCI (for law).
RGU was established in 2018 and is too young to appear in NIRF, The Week, India Today, or other major Indian ranking bodies.
The university is spread across a 33-acre campus at Lalki Ghati, Ramgarh, Jharkhand. RGU operates 13 academic faculties covering engineering, science, commerce, arts, education, pharmacy, agriculture, law, nursing, physiotherapy, and allied health disciplines.
- B.Tech - Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, 4 years, INR 2.22 Lakhs total
- B.Sc Nursing - 4 years, INR 3.60 Lakhs total
- B.Pharm - 4 years, INR 3.20 Lakhs total
- BCA / BBA / B.Com / BA (Hons.) - 3 years each, fees from INR 0.25 to 1.08 Lakhs total
- LLB / BA LLB - 3 years (LLB) and 5 years (BA LLB), INR 1.00 to 1.64 Lakhs total
- B.Ed / D.El.Ed - Teacher education programmes, INR 1.42 Lakhs total
- MBA / MCA / MA / M.Com / M.Sc - 2-year postgraduate programmes across multiple disciplines
- Diploma programmes - Engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing (GNM, ANM), Hotel Management, and allied health
- Ph.D. - across multiple disciplines, INR 3.04 Lakhs total
Total B.Tech fees over 4 years are INR 2.22 Lakhs. B.Sc Nursing fees are INR 3.60 Lakhs over 4 years. Most arts and commerce UG programmes are available for as low as INR 0.25 Lakhs for the full 3-year course.
RGU runs a placement and training cell that facilitates industry connects for final-year students. The university’s low fee structure targets aspirants from Jharkhand and nearby states seeking affordable professional degrees close to home.
RGU Admission Dates 2026
RGU Ramgarh 2026-27 admissions span multiple programme types and intake windows. B.Tech and technical programmes use JEE Main scores or the RGU Entrance Test. Professional and health science programmes (Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy) use merit in Class XII plus relevant eligibility. Arts, commerce, and humanities programmes are largely merit-driven through direct application.
| Event | 2026-27 Status |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal Opens | May 2026 (ongoing) |
| B.Tech Admissions (JEE Main / RGU Entrance) | Open - rolling basis |
| B.Sc Nursing Admissions | Open - Class XII PCB merit |
| B.Pharm Admissions | Open - Class XII PCB merit |
| BBA / BCA / BA / B.Com Admissions | Open - merit-based, direct |
| MBA / MCA / MA / M.Com Admissions | Open - graduation merit plus entrance |
| LLB / BA LLB Admissions | CLAT / RGU merit, open |
| Ph.D. Admissions | As per RGU PhD entrance schedule |
The table below shows the entrance exams accepted for each programme family at RGU.
| Programme | Entrance Exam / Basis | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main / RGU Entrance Test | 4 years |
| B.Sc Nursing | Class XII PCB merit (min. 45%) | 4 years |
| B.Pharm | Class XII PCB merit | 4 years |
| BPT (Physiotherapy) | Class XII PCB merit | 4.5 years |
| BA / B.Sc / B.Com (Hons.) | Class XII merit, direct | 3 years |
| BCA / BBA | Class XII merit | 3 years |
| LLB | CLAT / RGU merit (graduation required) | 3 years |
| BA LLB | CLAT / RGU merit (Class XII) | 5 years |
| MBA | CAT / MAT / RGU Entrance, graduation | 2 years |
| MCA | Graduation in science/maths, RGU entrance | 2 years |
| B.Ed / D.El.Ed | Graduation merit (B.Ed), NCTE norms | 2 years each |
RGU Courses and Fees
RGU offers over 100 programmes across 13 faculties, making it one of Jharkhand’s broader multi-discipline private universities. Fees are among the most affordable in the state, with most arts and science programmes costing under INR 1 Lakh for the full course. Professional programmes (Engineering, Nursing, Pharmacy, Interior Design) carry higher fees in the INR 2 to 4 Lakh range for the full duration.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CE / CS / EEE / IT / ME) | 4 years | Class XII PCM 45%, JEE Main / RGU Entrance | INR 2.22 Lakhs |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | Class XII PCB 45% | INR 3.60 Lakhs |
| B.Pharm | 4 years | Class XII PCB/PCM | INR 3.20 Lakhs |
| BPT (Physiotherapy) | 4.5 years | Class XII PCB | INR 2.22 Lakhs |
| GNM (Nursing Diploma) | 3 years | Class XII, PCB preferred | INR 2.80 Lakhs |
| BCA | 3 years | Class XII with Mathematics | INR 1.08 Lakhs |
| BBA | 3 years | Class XII any stream | INR 1.06 Lakhs |
| BA (Hons.) | 3 years | Class XII any stream | INR 0.25 Lakhs |
| B.Com (Hons.) | 3 years | Class XII Commerce | INR 0.25 Lakhs |
| B.Sc Agriculture | 4 years | Class XII PCB/PCM | INR 1.80 Lakhs |
| BA LLB / LLB | 5 years / 3 years | Class XII / Graduation, CLAT | INR 1.64 / 1.00 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 years | Graduation, CAT/MAT/RGU Entrance | INR 0.94 Lakhs |
| MCA | 2 years | Graduation in relevant stream | INR 1.36 Lakhs |
| Ph.D. | 3 years (minimum) | PG degree, PhD entrance test | INR 3.04 Lakhs |
B.Sc Interior Design (INR 3.76 Lakhs) and BHM (INR 2.62 Lakhs) are among the higher-fee UG programmes due to specialised infrastructure. B.Sc Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, and Information Technology are available at INR 1.06 to 1.08 Lakhs for the full 3-year programme.
RGU Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admissions at RGU are based on JEE Main scores or the RGU Entrance Test conducted by the university. AICTE norms apply for all engineering programmes.
- Eligibility: Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate
- Lateral entry (B.Tech 2nd year): Diploma in Engineering with 45% marks from a recognised polytechnic
- Entrance: JEE Main score (preferred) or RGU Entrance Test for direct RGU applicants
- Specialisations: Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering
B.Sc Nursing and Health Science Admissions
B.Sc Nursing, BPT, and related health programmes are approved under INC (Indian Nursing Council) and PCI norms. Admission is based on Class XII PCB merit.
- B.Sc Nursing eligibility: Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, minimum 45% aggregate, age 17 to 35 years
- GNM Diploma eligibility: Class XII with science subjects, minimum 40% marks
- ANM eligibility: Class X pass for ANM Diploma (rural health worker programme)
- BPT eligibility: Class XII with PCB, minimum 45%
Pharmacy Admissions
B.Pharm and D.Pharm admissions follow PCI (Pharmacy Council of India) norms. Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics is required. The D.Pharm diploma runs for 2 years.
Law Admissions
LLB admissions are governed by BCI norms. The 3-year LLB requires a graduation degree. BA LLB is a 5-year integrated programme open to Class XII students. CLAT scores are accepted alongside RGU’s own merit-based selection.
Management and Other PG Admissions
MBA admissions require a graduation degree with minimum 50% marks. CAT, MAT, or RGU’s own entrance test scores are accepted. MCA requires graduation in Science or Mathematics. MA, M.Com, and M.Sc programmes are direct merit-based admissions from the respective UG disciplines.
RGU Placements
RGU maintains a Training and Placement Cell that coordinates campus drives, pre-placement workshops, and industry connects for graduating students. As a university established in 2018, RGU’s placement history spans a limited number of graduating batches, and placement data from official NIRF or independent audit sources is not yet available.
The placement cell invites companies across engineering, IT, healthcare, FMCG, banking, and education sectors. Final-year B.Tech, BCA, BBA, and MBA students are the primary beneficiaries. Students in Nursing and Pharmacy programmes typically exit into government health service exams (NHM, State Nursing Service) or private hospital hiring rather than campus placement drives.
For engineering graduates, core manufacturing and IT companies active in the Jharkhand-Ranchi corridor serve as the primary recruiting pool. RGU’s proximity to Ramgarh and Ranchi industrial clusters (Tata Group, SAIL, NTPC, and auto ancillary industries) gives B.Tech graduates a local job market advantage in Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering.
RGU Campus and Infrastructure
RGU’s main campus is located at Radha Govind Nagar, Lalki Ghati, Ramgarh, Jharkhand, spread across 33 acres. The campus is positioned in a semi-rural setting outside Ramgarh town, with clean natural surroundings and road connectivity to Ramgarh and Ranchi (50 km from Ranchi city).
The campus houses separate academic blocks for each faculty, a central library, computer labs, engineering workshops, pharmacy and science labs, a nursing skills laboratory, an agricultural field, and hostel facilities for outstation students. RGU’s 13 academic faculties are housed across multiple teaching blocks on the single consolidated campus.
Sports and recreational facilities including grounds for cricket, football, and volleyball are available. The campus also has a yoga and wellness facility in line with the university’s focus on holistic education.
RGU vs Jharkhand Rai University vs Usha Martin University
Aspirants from Jharkhand and surrounding states considering private university education in the region commonly compare RGU with Jharkhand Rai University (JRU) in Ranchi and Usha Martin University (UMU) in Ranchi. All three are state private universities in Jharkhand serving a similar aspirant profile: students seeking affordable professional degrees without relocating to metros.
| Parameter | RGU, Ramgarh | Jharkhand Rai University (JRU) | Usha Martin University (UMU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Ramgarh, Jharkhand | Ranchi, Jharkhand | Ranchi, Jharkhand |
| Established | 2018 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Campus Size | 33 acres | Multi-campus, Ranchi | Multi-campus, Ranchi |
| B.Tech Fee (Total) | INR 2.22 Lakhs | Higher (Ranchi metro) | Higher (Ranchi metro) |
| Regulatory Approvals | UGC, AICTE, NCTE, PCI, BCI | UGC, AICTE, BCI | UGC, AICTE |
| NIRF Ranking | Not ranked (est. 2018) | Not in NIRF top lists | Not in NIRF top lists |
| Key Strength | Most affordable fees in Jharkhand, broad faculty range | Longer track record, Ranchi location | Industry linkage via Usha Martin group |
RGU offers the lowest fee band among the three and covers the broadest range of programme families in Jharkhand (Engineering, Nursing, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Law, Education, and more). JRU and UMU carry an advantage of a longer track record and Ranchi location, which benefits placement connects in the state capital. UMU’s association with the Usha Martin industrial group gives engineering students a differentiated placement pathway into steel and wire-rope manufacturing. RGU’s Ramgarh base is better suited for aspirants from Ramgarh, Bokaro, and Hazaribagh districts seeking local study options.
RGU FAQs
Ques. When was Radha Govind University established and who owns it?
Ans. Radha Govind University (RGU) was established in 2018 under the Radha Govind University Act (Jharkhand Act No. 14 of 2018). It is a state private university founded in memory of Late Sri Govind Sah and Late Smt. Radha Devi. The current Chairman is Baijnath Sah.
Ques. Is RGU Ramgarh recognised by UGC?
Ans. Yes. RGU is recognised by the UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. It also holds approvals from AICTE (engineering and management), NCTE (education programmes), PCI (pharmacy), and BCI (law).
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at RGU and how is admission done?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at RGU Ramgarh is INR 2.22 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme across all five specialisations (Civil, Computer Science, EEE, IT, Mechanical). Admission is based on JEE Main scores or the RGU Entrance Test. The minimum eligibility is Class XII with PCM and 45% aggregate marks.
Ques. Does RGU offer B.Sc Nursing and what is the fee?
Ans. Yes. RGU offers B.Sc Nursing with a total fee of INR 3.60 Lakhs for the 4-year programme. GNM Diploma (3 years, INR 2.80 Lakhs) and ANM (2 years, INR 1.00 Lakh) are also available. Admission is based on Class XII PCB marks with a minimum of 45% aggregate. The programme is approved as per INC (Indian Nursing Council) norms.
Ques. Is RGU ranked by NIRF or any national ranking body?
Ans. RGU was established in 2018 and has not yet appeared in NIRF, The Week, India Today, or other major national ranking frameworks. The university is in its early years of operation and has not yet been assessed by NAAC. Prospective students should evaluate it based on approvals (UGC, AICTE, PCI, BCI, NCTE) and fee-value fit rather than ranking status.
Ques. What is the distance from Ranchi to RGU Ramgarh campus?
Ans. RGU’s campus at Lalki Ghati, Ramgarh is located roughly 50 km from Ranchi city centre via NH-23. Ramgarh town is well-connected to Ranchi, Bokaro, and Hazaribagh by road and rail. The campus is accessible by road from Ramgarh town in under 10 minutes.
Ques. Does RGU Ramgarh have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. RGU provides hostel facilities on the 33-acre campus at Lalki Ghati, Ramgarh for outstation students. Separate accommodation is arranged for male and female students. For current hostel availability and charges, contact the university admissions office directly at radhagovinduniversity.org.
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Yes, Radha Govind University (RGU) in Ramgarh offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) program. The PGDCA is a short-term professional course designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of computer applications and related technologies.
The fee for the BPharma is mentioned below:
Hostal charge ?
Radha Govind University has not released the hostel fee structure in online mode. The fee details may be obtained by visiting the Radha Govind University in offline mode.
Radha Govind University has been approved by UGC (University Grants Council) for offering Bachelor of Technology Courses. The course is offered in the following specialisations- Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Science.
Unfortunately, you cannot get admission to PhD course for previous session of 2023.
RGU Admission procedure for the academic year 2024 is going on. The accepting window to submit the application will close on 27th August 2024 (tentatively). The registration process for admission will be done online mode.
You can contact the college RGU Ramgarh at: 094307 25218 to get detailed answers to your queries.
Yes, Candidates seeking admission to 2-year full-time B.P.Ed program should have done graduation in any stream.
Eligibility for the courses?
The eligiblity of the courses varies from each other. Click on the below link to get the course wise admission process
Link: RGU Admission 2023
According to the new guidelines of UGC, you can not do LLB in distance mode.
Admissions have been concluded for the academic year 2023-24 at the Radha Govind University, Ramgarh
The first-year fee for a D.Pharm at Radha Govind University is 95K and 84K for the last year. You should have studied the science stream in class 12 to be eligible for this course. For more info, Check out: Admissions at RGU
The university has been approved by UGC but not by NCTE and ICRI.
Yes, you can surely get admission to B.Ed at RGU Ramgarh. You need to have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University to be eligible.
The admission process for the undergraduate and postgraduate courses has begun for the 2023 academic session and you can find the registration link for your desired course on the official website of the university.
For admission to entrance test-based courses, it takes approx. 8 weeks of time to start the selection procedure from the date of the entrance exam.
No, a student must have PCM subjects in Class 12th to get admission to the B.Tech course.
Candidates seeking admission to a 2-year full-time B.P.Ed program at RGU, Ramgarh should have done graduation with 45% in any stream. The total fees of RGU, B.P.Ed is INR 120000 for 2 years excluding hostel charges.
Radha Govind University does not offer PhD in Chemistry to the students. The university offers two courses in Chemistry which are B.Sc. and M.Sc.
The fee structure of Radha Govind University M.Sc. Physics is given below:
Total fee- INR 22 thousand