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Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), established on 1 August 1923, is a state public university in Nagpur, Maharashtra. It operates under the Maharashtra Public Universities Act, 2016, and is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). RTMNU holds a NAAC ’A’ grade and is the second-oldest university in Maharashtra.
As per NIRF 2025, RTMNU is ranked 96th in the University category, entering the top 100 for the first time. The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences holds a separate NIRF rank of 54th in Pharmacy, with a score of 50.79.
The university campus spans 327 acres across seven campuses in Nagpur. It runs 39 Postgraduate Teaching Departments (PGTDs) and oversees 601 affiliated colleges in the districts of Nagpur, Wardha, Bhandara, and Gondia.
RTMNU offers programmes across 10 faculties:
- Undergraduate programmes: BA, BCom, BSc, BCA, BBA, B.Tech (through LIT Nagpur), LLB (3-year and 5-year), B.Pharm, B.Ed, B.Voc
- Postgraduate programmes: MA, MCom, MSc, MCA, MBA, LLM, M.Ed, M.Pharm across 39 PGTDs
- Doctoral programmes: PhD in all disciplines via RTMNU PET or UGC NET/JRF exemption
- Integrated programme: BBA+MBA (5-year)
Tuition fees at government-aided colleges under RTMNU start from INR 10,000 per year for BA, BCom, and BSc programmes. MBA fees at the university teaching department are INR 1.20 Lakhs for the full two-year duration.
RTMNU offers the Eklavya Scholarship, Open Merit Scholarship, and Maths and Physics Scholarship for eligible students. State government scholarships are disbursed through the MAHADBT portal for SC, ST, OBC, and economically weaker section students.
The Training and Placement Cell reported a median package of INR 5.2 LPA for PG graduates and INR 5 LPA for UG graduates in the 2025 season. 808 students received offers from 36 companies. Key recruiters include TCS, HCL, Wipro, Accenture, Reliance, and Hexaware.
RTMNU Admission Dates 2026
Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are anchored by state-level common entrance tests for most programme families. UG direct admissions through merit lists concluded in June 2026, while B.Tech CAP rounds and PG admissions through CUET PG are active as of late July 2026.
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| UG Online Application Deadline | 9 June 2026 (Concluded) |
| UG Provisional Merit List | 10 June 2026 (Concluded) |
| UG Final Merit List | 12 June 2026 (Concluded) |
| UG Counselling | 13 June 2026 (Concluded) |
| UG Classes Begin | 1 July 2026 |
| PG Provisional Merit List | 2 July 2026 (Released) |
| PG Final Merit List | 4 July 2026 (Released) |
| CUET PG Registration Deadline | 30 July 2026 |
| B.Tech CAP Document Verification | 13 July 2026 |
| B.Tech CAP Provisional Merit List | 20 July 2026 |
| B.Tech CAP Rounds 1 to 4 and Spot Round | August to September 2026 |
| MBA CAP Registration and Counselling | June to July 2026 |
The table below shows the entrance exams accepted across programme families for the 2026-27 intake.
| Course | Exam Accepted | Mode of Selection |
|---|---|---|
| BA / BCom / BSc / BCA / BBA | No entrance exam | Class 12 merit |
| B.Tech | MHT CET or JEE Main | 50:50 formula (PCM marks plus CET score) |
| MBA | MAH MBA CET, CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA | State CAP rounds |
| MA / MCom / MSc | CUET PG or graduation merit | Merit-based |
| MCA | MAH MCA CET | State CAP rounds |
| LLB (3-year and 5-year) | MH CET Law | State CAP rounds |
| B.Pharm / M.Pharm | MHT CET (PCB group) | State CAP rounds |
| PhD | RTMNU PET or UGC NET/JRF/GATE/SET | PET score plus personal interview |
RTMNU Courses and Fees
RTMNU offers over 246 courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, integrated, and doctoral levels through its 39 PGTDs and 601 affiliated colleges. Fees vary between government-aided colleges and private unaided affiliated colleges under the same university.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (Government / Aided) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA / BCom / BSc | 3 years | 10+2, 45% aggregate (40% SC/ST) | INR 12,000 to INR 45,000 |
| BBA | 3 years | 10+2, 45% | INR 45,000 |
| BCA | 3 years | 10+2 with Maths, 45% | INR 99,000 |
| B.Sc Agriculture | 4 years | 10+2 (PCB group), 45% | INR 76,000 |
| B.Tech (LIT Nagpur) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 50%, plus MHT CET or JEE Main | As per DTE Maharashtra norms |
| LLB (5-year) | 5 years | 10+2, 50% (45% SC/ST) | As per BCI norms |
| LLB (3-year) | 3 years | Bachelor’s degree, 50% | As per BCI norms |
| MA / MCom / MSc | 2 years | UG in relevant subject, 45 to 50% | INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 |
| MBA | 2 years | Bachelor’s, 50% (45% SC/ST), plus CET | INR 1.20 Lakhs (university dept) |
| MCA | 2 years | Bachelor’s with Maths, 50% | As per DTE Maharashtra norms |
| BBA+MBA (Integrated) | 5 years | 10+2, 45% | INR 60,000 to INR 1.50 Lakhs |
Flagship conducted colleges include Laxminarayan Institute of Technology (LIT Nagpur) for B.Tech and B.R. Ambedkar College of Law for LLB. These follow government fee norms set by DTE Maharashtra and BCI respectively. Private unaided affiliated colleges charge higher fees than the ranges listed above.
RTMNU Admission Process
RTMNU admissions follow different tracks for different programme levels. UG admissions to arts, science, and commerce streams are merit-based with no entrance exam. Professional and postgraduate programmes route through state CET cells or central entrance tests.
UG Programmes (BA, BCom, BSc, BCA, BBA)
Eligibility requires 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST candidates). Selection is purely merit-based on Class 12 marks, with no entrance exam required. The admission sequence at affiliated colleges is:
- Online application at the RTMNU admission portal (admission.nagpuruniversity.ac.in)
- Application fee: INR 800 for general category, INR 600 for reserved categories
- Provisional merit list publication by the college
- Final merit list and reporting for counselling
- Document verification, fee deposit, and seat confirmation
B.Tech (LIT Nagpur and Affiliated Engineering Colleges)
Eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Accepted exams are MHT CET and JEE Main. Selection follows the 50:50 formula combining Class 12 PCM percentage and MHT CET score. Admission proceeds through DTE Maharashtra’s Centralised Admission Process with four rounds and a spot round from August to September 2026. B.Tech cutoffs at LIT Nagpur generally require an MHT CET score above 90 percentile for popular branches such as Computer Science.
MBA
A Bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST) is required. Accepted exams include MAH MBA CET, CAT, XAT, CMAT, and ATMA. Admission is through the State CET Cell’s CAP rounds. General category candidates at RTMNU PGTD MBA seats typically require a MAH MBA CET score in the 80 to 90 percentile range. Candidates shortlisted after CAP rounds attend group discussion and personal interview rounds at the department.
PG Programmes (MA, MCom, MSc)
Eligibility requires a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject with 45 to 50% marks depending on the department. Admission is through CUET PG score for most departments. Some PGTDs operate on graduation merit where CUET is not mandatory. Separate merit lists are issued for RTMNU’s teaching departments and for affiliated colleges.
LLB (3-Year and 5-Year)
The 5-year integrated LLB requires 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). The 3-year LLB requires a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks. Both routes accept MH CET Law scores. Admission is through BCI-compliant state counselling coordinated by the State CET Cell. B.R. Ambedkar College of Law is RTMNU’s conducted law college offering both the 3-year and 5-year programmes.
PhD Programmes
Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree. Candidates qualify through the RTMNU PhD Entrance Test (PET), held annually in May. Holders of UGC NET/JRF, GATE, SET, or equivalent qualify are exempt from PET. The selection process includes PET performance followed by a personal interview at the concerned PGTD. Applications are invited once per year, typically in March to April, with hard copy submission to the PhD Cell.
RTMNU Placements
RTMNU’s Training and Placement Cell conducts centralised placement drives for students from its PGTDs and conducted colleges. The 2025 season recorded placements for 808 students from a pool of 2,195 registered candidates, with 36 companies participating in on-campus recruitment.
Programme-wise median packages in 2025 are listed below. The MBA batch recorded a median of INR 3.8 LPA with 30 of 61 students placed. The Law UG batch recorded the highest median at INR 6 LPA. A large share of RTMNU graduates pursue state and central government competitive examinations, UPSC, Maharashtra PSC, judiciary, or postgraduate studies rather than campus placements.
| Programme | 2025 Median Package | 2024 Median Package | 2023 Median Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG 3-Year (Arts / Commerce / Science) | INR 5 LPA | INR 5 LPA | INR 3 LPA |
| PG 2-Year (MA / MSc / MCom) | INR 5.2 LPA | INR 5 LPA | INR 4 LPA |
| Law UG 3-Year (LLB) | INR 6 LPA | INR 5 LPA | INR 3 LPA |
| MBA (University Dept) | INR 3.8 LPA | Not separately reported | Not separately reported |
| Pharmacy UG | INR 2.5 LPA | Not separately reported | Not separately reported |
Top recruiting companies include TCS, HCL, Wipro, Cognizant, Capgemini, Accenture, Infosys, Reliance, Hexaware, and Bajaj Allianz. Pharma graduates are recruited by companies such as Lupin Pharma. IT, BFSI, and pharmaceutical sectors account for the majority of on-campus offers.
RTMNU Rankings
RTMNU entered the NIRF top 100 in the University category for the first time in 2025, achieving rank 96. The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is ranked 54th in Pharmacy by NIRF 2025, with a score of 50.79, placing it first in Vidarbha and seventh in Maharashtra in the Pharmacy stream.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | University | 96 |
| NIRF | Pharmacy | 54 (Score: 50.79) |
RTMNU is accredited by NAAC with a ’A’ grade and is a DST-PURSE and ANRF-PAIR funded institution. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).
RTMNU Scholarships
RTMNU administers in-house merit scholarships alongside government welfare schemes. State-funded scholarships are disbursed through the MAHADBT portal for eligible SC, ST, OBC, VJNT, SBC, and EWS students. SC and ST students at government-aided colleges may receive full tuition fee reimbursement under post-matric scholarship norms.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage / Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Open Merit Scholarship | Top performers in annual university examinations | Cash award based on rank |
| Eklavya Scholarship | Scheduled Tribe students with academic merit | Partial fee support |
| Maths and Physics Scholarship | Students excelling in Maths or Physics at PGTD level | Cash award |
| MAHADBT Post-Matric Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC/EWS students, income norms as per Maharashtra government norms | Full to partial tuition fee reimbursement |
| Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Research Fellowship | PhD scholars enrolled at RTMNU PGTDs | Monthly stipend under fellowship terms |
Application for MAHADBT scholarships is done online at the MAHADBT portal within deadlines announced each academic year. Students are advised to apply in the first term itself, as late applications may not be processed for the current academic year.
RTMNU Campus and Infrastructure
RTMNU’s main campus and administrative blocks spread across 327 acres on seven campuses in Nagpur city. The university’s central library holds a collection of 4,02,068 books, 871 e-books, and 9,155 e-journals through the UGC INFLIBNET consortium. The library has seating for 250 readers and an Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC). It subscribes to 186 Indian and 11 foreign print journals.
The university operates five hostels, including a dedicated international students’ hostel, with a combined residential capacity of 215 seats. Hostels have separate blocks for male and female students. Facilities include study tables, reading rooms, TV halls, filtered water, and CCTV surveillance. Annual hostel fees are INR 90,000 per year.
Other campus facilities include a university health centre with free medical services for students and faculty, a hobby workshop, indoor and outdoor sports infrastructure, and a career counselling cell. The university’s notable alumni include former Prime Minister P. V. Narasimha Rao, former Vice President Mohammad Hidayatullah, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
RTMNU vs SPPU vs University of Mumbai
Aspirants in Maharashtra frequently compare RTMNU with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) and the University of Mumbai, as all three are large state affiliating universities with similar programme portfolios and government-aided fee levels. The choice often depends on geography, NIRF standing, and specific programme strengths.
| Parameter | RTMNU, Nagpur | SPPU, Pune | University of Mumbai |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1923 | 1948 | 1857 |
| Location | Nagpur (Vidarbha region) | Pune | Mumbai |
| NAAC Grade | A | A++ | A++ |
| NIRF University 2025 | 96 | Top 30 band | Top 10 band |
| Affiliated Colleges | 601 | 800+ | 800+ |
| Campus Area | 327 acres (7 campuses) | 411 acres | 17 acres (Fort campus) |
| Pharmacy NIRF 2025 | 54 | Not in top 100 | Not in top 100 |
| Programme Strengths | Pharmacy, Law, Sciences | Engineering, Management | Commerce, Humanities, Law |
RTMNU leads among the three in Pharmacy by NIRF ranking and holds a geographic advantage for aspirants from Vidarbha. SPPU and the University of Mumbai hold higher overall NIRF ranks and draw from larger metropolitan applicant pools. All three offer comparable government-aided fee structures for UG and PG programmes.
RTMNU FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of RTMNU in 2025?
Ans. RTMNU is ranked 96th in the University category by NIRF 2025, entering the top 100 for the first time. The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences holds a separate rank of 54th in Pharmacy, with a NIRF score of 50.79.
Ques. Is RTMNU NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes. RTMNU holds a NAAC ’A’ grade. The university is UGC-recognised, DST-PURSE funded, and a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Ques. What is the fee for MBA at RTMNU?
Ans. MBA fees at the RTMNU university teaching department are INR 1.20 Lakhs for the full two-year programme. Fees at private unaided affiliated colleges under RTMNU range from INR 2.21 Lakhs to INR 5.04 Lakhs for the course.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for B.Tech admission at RTMNU-affiliated colleges?
Ans. B.Tech admission at RTMNU-affiliated engineering colleges, including LIT Nagpur, accepts MHT CET and JEE Main scores. Selection follows the 50:50 formula combining Class 12 PCM percentage and CET score. Admission is through DTE Maharashtra CAP rounds.
Ques. How many colleges are affiliated to RTMNU?
Ans. RTMNU has 601 affiliated colleges across four districts: Nagpur, Wardha, Bhandara, and Gondia. The university directly runs three conducted colleges, including LIT Nagpur and B.R. Ambedkar College of Law.
Ques. What scholarships are available at RTMNU?
Ans. RTMNU offers the Open Merit Scholarship, Eklavya Scholarship, and Maths and Physics Scholarship. State post-matric scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students are disbursed through the MAHADBT portal. PhD scholars may apply for the Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Research Fellowship.
Ques. Is hostel available at RTMNU for students?
Ans. Yes. RTMNU operates five hostels on campus, including a dedicated international students’ hostel, with a combined capacity of 215 seats. Separate blocks are maintained for male and female students. Annual hostel fees are INR 90,000 per year.
Ques. What is the placement record at RTMNU?
Ans. In the 2025 placement season, 808 students from RTMNU received offers from 36 companies. The median package for PG 2-year graduates stood at INR 5.2 LPA and for UG 3-year graduates at INR 5 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, HCL, Wipro, Accenture, Reliance, and Hexaware.
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RTMNU offers various courses at UG, PG, and Ph.D levels. The university offers more than 300 courses. The courses offered are in disciplines like Pharmacy, Computer Applications, Science, and Arts. It includes Ph.D, B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Pharm., MA, BCA, BA, B.Ed., MBA, MCA.
UG Fees
UG course fees for the entire duration is INR 11,252 - 6.81 Lakhs. B.Sc. is offered as one of the most popular courses in the UG course and the popular specialization under B.Sc are:
PG Fees
PG course fees for the entire duration is INR 8,365 - 1.94 Lakhs for the entire duration. M.Sc. is offered as one of the most popular courses in PG courses, and the popular specializations under M.Sc are:
Ph.D Fees
The Ph.D course fees for the entire duration are INR 60,300. The fees are the same for all specializations. The most popular specializations under the Ph.D course are:
Hostel Fees
RTMNU provides separate hostels for both boys and girls. The Hostel Fee for the students is INR 18,347.
RTMNU B.Sc Biotechnology is offered as 3 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc are 10+2 with 50%. The total fees for RTMNU B.Sc Biotechnology in 2025 are INR 37,071 for the complete course duration. The admission fees are INR 147. Candidates need to fill out the university application form for the respective courses through the admission web portal available at the official university website. The payment for the applications is made online. The candidates are advised to retain a copy of the application form and payment receipt for further reference. The printout of the completed application form has to be submitted to the university office within the stipulated time.
General UG & PG Courses (Tentative): A provisional last date of March 15, 2026, for the current application cycle.
Extended Deadlines: Some university portals suggest an extension for specific postgraduate and January-session programs until March 31, 2026.
Entrance-Based Courses: If you are applying for Engineering (BE/BTech) or Pharmacy, those deadlines are tied to the MHT-CET 2026 schedule, which had a registration deadline of February 24, but late registrations often fluctuate based on State CET Cell notifications.
Admission to B.Sc Forensic Science at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University is merit-based, requiring 10+2 with around 50% in science subjects. Applications open between April to June through online forms.
For the 2026-27 academic session, MA Sociology admission at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) is currently in its initial phase. While the official merit-based Centralized Admission Process (CAP) peaks in June, current notifications indicate the registration portal for PG courses is active, with a tentative deadline of April 15, 2026.
Candidates need to fill out the university application form for the respective courses through the admission web portal available at the official university website. The required application fee can be submitted online through the available payment modes. Candidates for UG are shortlisted for admission on the basis of marks scored in the qualifying 10+2 examination. The Post-Graduate courses are done on the basis of their performance in the entrance test conducted by the university. The university releases a merit list on the basis of the performance of candidates in the entrance test.
Admission at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University without an entrance exam is possible for many undergraduate courses like BA, B.Com., and B.Sc. Selection is mainly merit-based on Class 12 marks. You need to apply online through the official portal and complete document verification and the counseling process on time.
To get admission to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), you need to apply online through the university portal or affiliated college. Fill out the admission form, upload documents, and check the merit list. Some courses require entrance exams. After selection, complete the counselling and fee payment process to confirm admission.
To fill out the online form at RTMNU, visit admission.nagpuruniversity.ac.in and click on "New Registration" to create an account via mobile/email OTP verification. Log in to fill your personal and academic details, select your reservation category, upload your photo and signature, select your preferred course and college, pay the registration fee online, and submit.
You can contact the Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur at ?0712-2956309.
RTMNU does not accept admissions through MHT CET. This college, located in Uttar Pradesh, follows its own merit-based admission process for various nursing and paramedical courses, including B.Sc. Nursing, GNM, ANM, and Diploma programs. No entrance exam required; however, some courses may involve an interview or counseling session. RTMNU does not use MHT CET PCB scores for Nursing admissions. RTMNU-affiliated nursing colleges follow state counseling or their own admission criteria
The university offers various undergraduate courses programs in multiple streams including engineering, management, law, arts and sciences. For admission to UG courses, candidate should have passed HSC (10+2) examination from a recognized board of education with atleast 50% (45% for SC/ST) aggregate of marks. Candidates are shortlisted for admission on the basis of marks scored in the qualifying 10+2 examination.
All the Post-Graduate courses are of 2 years duration and the selection of candidates to different Post-Graduate courses is done on the basis of their performance in the entrance test conducted by the university. The university offers Ph.D in multiple streams such as arts, commerce, science, engineering, medicine etc. Candidates who have completed their Post-Graduation in the relevant discipline are eligible to apply for the research courses. Selection of candidates are done on the basis of performance in the university entrance examination known as PET II (Ph.D. Entrance Test) and marks in the qualifying degree
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) does offer a Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) programme. The eligibility includes passing 10+2 with at least 45% (with English) and entrance scores (NCHM JEE, IHM-JEE, MAH-MBA CET etc.)
RTMNU B.F.A is offered as 4 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.F.A is 10+2. The total fees for RTMNU B.F.A is INR 39,900 for the complete course duration
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) does not offer a distance learning program for a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. The university provides a full-time, three-year B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology program, which is conducted on campus and is not available through distance education
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur is located at Jamnalal Bajaj Administrative Building, Mahatma Jotiba Phule Educational Premises, Campus Square to Ambazari, T-Point Road, Nagpur - 440033, Maharashtra, India. Candidates need to fill out the university application form for the respective courses through the admission web portal available at the official university website. The payment for the applications is made online. The candidates are advised to retain a copy of the application form and payment receipt for further reference. The printout of the completed application form has to be submitted to the university office within the stipulated time.
Admissions for the M.Sc. Forensic Science program at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) for the academic year 2025–26 is expected to commence around April 30, 2025, with the application window open until June 30, 2025
The registration for the Master of Arts (MA) program at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) for the academic year 2025–2026 has closed. The application deadline was January 31, 2025.