Is there a separate entrance exam for UG admission at RDWU?

No. RDWU UG admission for BA, BSc, and BCom Hons is purely merit-based. Seats are allotted through SAMS Odisha based on 10+2 aggregate marks. There is no college-level entrance exam.

What is CPET, and is it mandatory for PG admission at RDWU?

CPET is the Odisha Common Postgraduate Entrance Test conducted by the State Selection Board, Odisha. It is mandatory for all PG admissions at RDWU. No direct or lateral PG entry is allowed without a valid CPET rank.

What is the minimum percentage required for UG admission at RDWU?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 45% aggregate marks. SC/ST candidates are eligible with a minimum of 40% aggregate. BSc Hons additionally requires the Science stream in 10+2.

Can male students apply to RDWU?

No. RDWU is Odishas first womens university. Only women candidates are eligible for any UG, PG, or doctoral programme at RDWU.

Is there a management quota at RDWU?

No. RDWU does not offer any management or NRI quota. All UG seats are filled through SAMS Odisha merit. All PG seats are filled through CPET rank via SAMS PG counselling.

How do I check my SAMS Odisha UG allotment status for RDWU?

Visit samsodisha.gov.in and log in with your CAF number and password. After each allotment round, the portal shows the college and subject allotted to you. The SAMS helpline number is 155335 or 1800-345-6770 (toll-free).

What scholarships are available for RDWU students?

The e-Medhabruti scholarship offers INR 10,000 per year for UG and INR 15,000 per year for PG. Eligibility requires a minimum of 55% marks and a family income below INR 8,00,000 per year. SC/ST students can apply for the Post Matric Scholarship through scholarship.odisha.gov.in.

What documents are required for RDWU admission?

Required documents include Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and pass certificates, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable), domicile certificate, recent passport-size photographs, and a valid photo identity proof. PG applicants must also carry their UG degree certificate and CPET rank card.

Does RDWU accept CUET scores for UG admission?

No. RDWU UG admission is entirely through SAMS Odisha based on 10+2 merit. CUET scores are not used for seat allotment at Rama Devi Womens University.