RV University

RV University[1]
MottoGo.Change the world
TypeState Private (Karnataka)
Established2021
AffiliationUGC[2]
KSHEC[3]
ChancellorA. V. S. Murthy[4]
Vice-ChancellorProf. (Dr.) Sanjay Kumar[5][6][7]
Location
Bangalore
,
Karnataka
,
India

12°55′24″N 77°29′59″E / 12.92333°N 77.49972°E / 12.92333; 77.49972
CampusNext to Pattangere Metro Station, Bangalore
Websitehttps://rvu.edu.in/

RV University is a Karnataka state recognized private university[8][9] for liberal education based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.It was established by the Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST), which has over eight decades of experience in higher education.

Affiliation

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RV University is a state-private university established in Bangalore under the RV University Act 2019 [10] is approved by Government of Karnataka, India.[11] RV University has received all regulatory approvals by the University Grants Commission (UGC), India.[12][13][14]

History

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RV University, which commenced operations in 2021, is governed by the Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST)[15] which is a charitable trust managing RV Educational Institutions in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Today, RSST has over 21 institutions across Bangalore constituting more than 20,000 students every year under its umbrella.[16] RV University is an initiative of the RSST which also manages the engineering institution RV College of Engineering in Bangalore.

Rankings

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In 2024, RV University secured the 2nd rank among the Top 10 Emerging State Private Universities in India, according to Outlook's rankings based on multiple parameters.[17]

Academics

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RV University (RVU) offers undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD programmes in different academic disciplines namely,[18][19][20]

  • School of Allied and Healthcare Professions
  • School of Business
  • School of Computer Science and Engineering
  • School for Continuing Education and Professional Studies [21]
  • School of Design and Innovation
  • School of Economics and Public Policy
  • School of Film, Media and Creative Arts
  • School of Law[22]
  • School of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Admission

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RVU offers over 35 specialized undergraduate and postgraduate courses across multiple schools.RVU admits students based on RVSAT (RV Scholastic Admission Test is the national-level entrance exam) and RVU Selection Process for all UG, PG and PhD Programmes[23] of RV University. RVU admits 40% of undergraduate engineering students based on their Karnataka CET ranks. Also RVU admits students under a management quota.

Schools

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Schools and Departments BTech Students
540 Per Year

Collaborations

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RV University has established meaningful collaborations with reputed & iconic universities, institutes, and companies in India and around the world. The following are some collaborations with RV University

  • RV University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bryant University,[25] Seattle University,[26] Old Dominion University in the US, Teesside University in UK and Ziroh Labs for academic and research collaboration.[27][28]
  • RV University signed a MoU with Asia’s largest integrated higher Edtech platform, upGrad to offer a joint M.Tech programme in data science.[29]
  • RV University signed a MoU with Dhurakij Pundit University, Thailand to enhancing educational opportunities and fostering a stronger global academic network.[30][31]
  • NSE Academy Limited (NAD), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has signed an agreement with RV University for a Post Graduate Certification Program in Global Financial Markets.[32]
  • RV University (RVU) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), a statutory body set up under an Act of Parliament, have entered into an MoU to build a strategic alliance for boosting education and research initiatives.[33][34]
  • RV University (RVU) partnership with Hombale Films is poised to transform the landscape of undergraduate and postgraduate education in film, media, OTT and creative arts under academic discipline School Of Film, Media And Creative Arts .[35][36]
  • RV University has joined with Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan has signed a mutual cooperation agreement provides for training and placement of Indian students in Japan.A Joint Statement to this effect has been signed by Kazuhiko Ōigawa, Governor of Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan and Prof. (Dr.) Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice Chancellor, RVU in the presence of Dr. (h.c.) A.V.S. Murthy, Chancellor, RVU and Tsutomu Nakane, Consul General of Japan in Bengaluru.[37][38][39]

Scholarships

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The RV university has allocated Rs 10 crore for merit scholarships for the ensuing academic year starting in August 2023. This will benefit 500 students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.[40][41]

Campus

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RV University's campus provides various facilities and amenities for its students.[42] The campus is spread across 50 acres. RV University's infrastructure is designed to create a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.[43] There is also a nearby metro station called Pattanagere on the Purple Line in Bangalore.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Chief Minister of Karnataka inaugurates RV University". 12 December 2021.
  2. ^ "UGC". www.ugc.gov.in. Retrieved 17 June 2023.
  3. ^ "State University List". karnataka.gov.in. Retrieved 17 June 2023.
  4. ^ "Chancellor - RV University Bangalore India".
  5. ^ "Vice-Chancellor - RV University Bangalore India".
  6. ^ "RV University Appoints Prof.(Dr.)Sanjay Kumar as its New Vice-Chancellor".
  7. ^ "Vice Chancellor - RV University Bangalore India".
  8. ^ "RV University Bengaluru is Born". 1 July 2021. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
  9. ^ "Role Of New Age Global Universities". 28 July 2021. Retrieved 28 July 2021.
  10. ^ "KARNATAKA ACT NO.11 OF 2019 THE R V UNIVERSITY ACT, 2019" (PDF). www.indiacode.nic.in. Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. 16 July 2021. Retrieved 16 July 2021.
  11. ^ "State-wise List of Private Universities as on 23.08.2022" (PDF). ugc.ac.in. University Grants Commission. 23 August 2022. Retrieved 25 October 2022.
  12. ^ "UGC Approval RVU" (PDF). rvu.edu.in. Retrieved 17 June 2023.
  13. ^ "UGC Norms RV University" (PDF). Retrieved 17 June 2023.
  14. ^ "UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSION State-wise List of Private Universities" (PDF). Retrieved 25 November 2022.
  15. ^ https://ngodarpan.gov.in/index.php/home/statewise_ngo/2671/29/113?per_page=50%7Ctitle = NITI Aayog, Government of India
  16. ^ https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/panduranga-setty-leaves-behind-a-rich-legacy-in-education-1183986.html%7Ctitle = Panduranga Setty leaves behind a rich legacy in education
  17. ^ "Top 10 Emerging State Private Universities, Outlook".
  18. ^ "Karnataka Chief Minister inaugurates RV University, 2 new schools".
  19. ^ "Faculty at RVU". Retrieved 17 June 2023.
  20. ^ "Undergraduate & Postgraduate Programmes - RVU".
  21. ^ "Bryant University signs up with RV University for executive MBA".
  22. ^ "RVU School of Law - Approval from BAR COUNCIL OF INDIA".
  23. ^ "RV University - PhD programme approved by UGC, Govt Of India" (PDF). Retrieved 2 August 2023.
  24. ^ "RV University - BTech Computer Science and Engineering - Karnataka Government Higher Education Department" (PDF). Retrieved 2 August 2023.
  25. ^ "Bryant University signs partnership agreement with RV University in India for academic and research collaboration | Bryant News". news.bryant.edu.
  26. ^ "RV University, Seattle University to collaborate on student exchange, faculty exchange, joint research". Careers360. 14 March 2023.
  27. ^ "RV University signs three new MoUs". digitallearning.eletsonline.com.
  28. ^ "RV University signs three MoUs, aims to enhance student exchange, research programmes". 15 June 2022.
  29. ^ "RV University signs MoU with upGrad to launch M.Tech. in Data Science". 28 October 2022.
  30. ^ "RV University, Bengaluru, and DPU Thailand sign an MoU to enhance international educational opportunities for students". Cityairnews. 17 October 2023.
  31. ^ Team, Editorial (31 May 2022). "RV University: Pioneering the concept of true Liberal Education in India".
  32. ^ "NSE Academy Limited collaborates with RV University for Post Graduate Certification Program-date=25 October 2023".
  33. ^ Adke, Arti (21 November 2023). "RV University and ICAI sign MoU to build a strategic alliance for boosting education and research initiatives". www.thehansindia.com.
  34. ^ "RV University and ICAI sign an MoU to build a strategic alliance for research initiatives". 21 November 2023.
  35. ^ "RV University Partners with Hombale Films to Launch School of Film, Media and Creative Arts". 3 June 2024.
  36. ^ "RV University, Hombale Films to launch School of Film, Creative Arts". EdexLive. 3 June 2024.
  37. ^ "RV University hosts Governor of Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan and signs Agreement for Cooperation". 17 July 2024.
  38. ^ "Japan beckons RV University students with job opportunities".
  39. ^ "NEWSTRAIL | English daily published in Bengaluru & Doha". www.newstrailindia.com.
  40. ^ "Scholarship Alert: RV University allocates Rs 10 crore for Merit Scholarships in 2023-24 academic year, here are the details - EducationTimes.com". www.educationtimes.com.
  41. ^ "RV University allocates Rs 10 crore for merit scholarships in 2023-24". 12 January 2023.
  42. ^ "Infrastructure".
  43. ^ "RV University, Bangalore Infrastructure".


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