Rabindra Bharati University

Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata  Kolkata, West Bengal

Estd  ESTD 1962
Building  NAAC Ranking - A
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Rabindra Bharati University , Kolkata

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Admission for  Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) course are open now for year 2023.

Rabindra Bharati University, also known as, RBU, located in Kolkata, India is a public university founded in 1962. The Rabindra Bharati University aims to put Tagore’s thoughts in the education system by covering and promoting the Tagorean culture with the help of subjects’ like- arts, fine arts and visual arts. Recognized by UGC and graded ‘A’ by NAAC, RBU (Rabindra Bharati University) stands good among the other arts, fine arts and visual arts universities

RBU offers programs in graduation, post-graduation, doctoral as well as distance learning programs for the students in arts, fine arts, and visual arts streams. They also offer DD in Tagore literature.

There are many facilities for students which help with day to day activities in the Rabindra Bharati University like cafeteria, hostels, guest houses, and sports complex with a numbers of indoor and outdoor sports activities. The 4 storied library in RBU is not only well developed but also have a huge variety of reports, print journals, thesis, conference proceedings, and rare books. The total counting upto 120500 books. And to keep the students safe and to provide them with a good student life Anti-ragging and student grievance cell is also made in Rabindra Bharati University.

Rabindra Bharati University Highlights

Rabindra Bharati University (RBU) Highlights

Type | Establishment Year

Public | 1962

Approved By

UGC

Accredited by

NAAC - Grade ‘A’

 Campus Location

Kolkata, India

Admission Process

Merit based

Admission mode

Online

Courses Offered

Under Graduation and Post Graduation - Arts, Fine Arts and Visual Arts

Facilities

 Labs, Hostel, Cafeteria, Canteen,

 Library, Bus facilities, Computer lab, sports and

 Medical Plant Garden

Website

https://rbu.ac.in/

Rabindra Bharati University Courses

Rabindra Bharati University offers post graduate courses which includes Master of Arts (M.A.) in different subjects which include Bengali, Sanskrit, Environmental Studies, Geography, Political Science, History, Education, English, Rabindra Sangeet, and M.A. in Vocal Music. Other course includes Master of Social Work (M.S.W.). The minimum eligibility of admissions in these courses is that candidate should have completed graduation degree (minimum 10+2+3) from any UGC recognized institutions in India or abroad.

Rabindra Bharati University Courses Offered

CoursesEligibility CriteriaAdmission CriteriaSpecialization
B.A. (Hons)10+2 or its equivalent with at least passing marks and specialization subject necessary Merit Based
  • Bengali
  • Economics
  • English
  • History
  • Political Science
  • Philosophy
  • Sanskrit
  • Rabindra Sangeet
  • Vocal Music
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Instrumental Music
B.EdBachelor’s degree (from a UGC-recognized institute) with at least 50% aggregated marks (45% for SC and ST)Merit-Based 
B.Ed Spl.Bachelor’s degree (from a UGC-recognized institute) with at least 50% aggregated marks (45% for SC and ST)Merit-Based 
B.L.I.Sc
  1. For Freshers - at least 50% aggregated marks in any Bachelor’s degree (with either 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern)
  2. For Experienced/Deputed Candidates -  any Bachelor’s degree with experience as a full-time salaried employee in any Govt. or Govt. Aided Library
  3. For Certificate holders - Graduation with honors with a certificate in Library Science
Merit-Based 
BFAMinimum 10+2 or its equivalent examination with special aptitude in the relevant field.Merit-Based
  • Painting
  • Sculptures
  • Graphics
  • Applied Art
  • History of Art
M.A. (Hons)Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with at least 50% of aggregated marksMerit Based
  • Bengali
  • Economics
  • English
  • History
  • Political Science
  • Philosophy
  • Sanskrit
  • Mathematics
  • Hindi
  • Sociology
  • ENVS
  • Geography
  • HR and HD
  • Rabindra Sangeet
  • Vocal Music
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Instrumental Music
  • Journalism and Mass Communication
  • Musicology
  • Museology
M.L.I.ScBachelor’s degree in any field with at least 50% of aggregated marks from a UGC-recognized instituteMerit Based 
MFAB.F.A/B.V.A. in relevant or allied Art subject from any UGC recognized University.Merit Based
  • Painting
  • Sculptures
  • Graphics
  • Applied Art
  • History of Art
MSWB.A./B.Sc. (Hons.) in any subject from any UGC-recognized UniversityMerit Based 
M.PhilMaster’s in relevant field with at least 55% aggregated marks (50% for SC/ST)Merit Based 
PhDMaster’s in relevant field with at least 55% aggregated marks (50% for SC/ST)Merit Based 

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Rabindra Bharati University (RBU) Admissions

For admissions, the candidate can apply online, by logging into the official website of the university and filling all the personal, educational and professional details which are asked in the form. Application fee can be paid online only with means of net banking, credit or debit card which is Rs.300 for general category and Rs.180 for PWD category.

After the submission of application form, the candidate is required to take a print of that form and further post it with other additional documents.

Minimum eligibility for undergraduates will be 10+2 from a recognized board and for admission in post-graduate program candidate must be a graduate from a recognized university.

Rabindra Bharati University Affiliated Colleges

Rabindra Bharati University (RBU) have 2 campuses in Kolkata, with one affiliated college under their name - The Indian College of Arts and Draftsmanship, which is also located in Kolkata and practices the same Tagorean culture. The email and address for The Indian College or Arts and Draftsmanship are mentioned bellow

Email - theindianartcollege@gmail.com 

Address - 476, Dum Dum Cassipore Road, Kolkata – 700074

Website - www.indianartcollege.com

Rabindra Bharati University Placement

RBU lacks behind in on campus placement, as students prefer to go for higher studies or get placed in other universities as a professor. But Rabindra Bharati University still organizes Placement Drives every year for the students who wish to partake in them. The 2023 data for the placement of RBU is yet to be released, but according to the 2022 placement drive. The top recruiters in RBU were TCS and Cognizant. The average package was 2.8LPA for UG courses and 3LPA for PG courses.

Rabindra Bharati University does have a placement cell that works hard to provide workshops, internships and career opportunities to students. While aslo helping them shape for their future endevours by providing them practical and industrial knowledge for the same

Rabindra Bharati University Placements

Average Package (for UG)2.8LPA
Average Package (for PG)3.0LPA
Top RecruitersTCS and Cognizant

Rabindra Bharati University Faculty

Rabindra Bharati University Faculty Members

 NameDepartmentQualification
Faculty of ArtsDr. Pran Krishna Pal (HOD)EconomicsPhD (Econometrics and Applied Econometrics, Development Economics, Labor Economics)
Dr. Bharati BanerjeeEducationDouble MSc + PhD (Educational Psychology, Research Methodology, Educational Technology, Evaluation in Education, Mental Hygiene.)
Prof. Soma BanerjeeEnglishPhD (Renaissance Studies (sp. Shakespeare))
Dr. Hitendra KR Patel (HOD)HistoryPhD (Intellectual History, Social and Political History of Modern and Contemporary India, Dalit, Marginal group’s history, History of Displaced people, Literature and History)
Dr. Debjyoti Chanda (HOD)Mass Communication and VideographyPhD (Development Communication, International Relations)
Mousumi DasPhilosophyMA (Logic, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Language, Continental Philosophy, Ethics (Western))
Dr. Bankim Chandra Mondal (HOD)Political SciencePhD (Indian Politics, Dalit Politics, Human Rights and Gender Politics)
Faculty of Fine ArtsDr. Nupur GangulyVocal MusicPhD (Bengali Song, Musicology)
Rajyashree Gosh (HOD)Tagore SangeetMA (Indian Classical Music; Specialisation in Hindustani Classical and Semi-Classical Music)
Dr. Debashis MondalInstrumental MusicPhD (Folk and Traditional Music, Art Music, Psychology and Aesthetics related to Music, Social Aspects of Music)
Dr. Bisakha GoswamiMusicologyPhD (Indian Musicology, Ethnomusicology, Tagore and Music Education)
Faculty of Visual ArtsDr. Paula SenguptaGraphicsPhD (Printmaking Interest: Textiles, Crafts)
Dr. Shreyasi ChatterjeeHistory of ArtsPhD (Contemporary Art, Postmodern Art, Traditional Indian Art, Contemporary Indian Art)
Dr. Sudakshina Banyopadhyay MukherjeeMuseologyPhD (Museum Education Documentation Conservation and Restoration)

Rabindra Bharati University Scholarship

There are a variety of scholarship programs for students belonging to the following categories-

  • Post-Graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holder
  • Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship Scheme
  • Online application for Scholarship to SC, St and OBC students
  • Post Matric and Merit cum Means Scholarship

The university provides huge exposure and leadership skills to the students in the university. 

Rabindra Bharati University (RBU) Contact Information

Rabindra Bharati University
Emerald Bower Campus
56A, B.T. Road,
Kolkata – 700 050.
Email: registrar@rbu.ac.in


Rabindra Bharati University
Jorasanko Campus
6/4, Dwarkanath Tagore Lane,
Kolkata – 700 007.

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Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata FAQs

Q-1

What is rabindra bharati university official website?

Rabindra bharati university official website is https://rbu.ac.in/

Q-2

How to check Rabindra Bharati University Merit List ?

To access the Rabindra Bharati University Merit List , students are required to follow the simple steps outlined below: Step 1: Visit the official website rbu.ac.in. Step 2: Scroll to the notice in the homepage Step 3: Select the Merit List icon and choose the relevant course Step 4: Select the relevant course and click on the link Step 5: Download the merit list and save it for future use

Q-3

How much percentage required for Rabindra Bharati University?

At Rabindra Bharati University, for UG course, candidate must have to secure atleast 55% in 10+2 examination.

Q-4

What is admission procedure for admission in M.LIB.I.SC course at Rabindra bharati university?

At Rabindra bharati university, admission to M.LIB.I.SC course is merit based.

Q-5

Rabindra bharati university is public or government university?

Rabindra bharati university is public university.

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What is the eligibility criteria of rabindra bharati university msw course?

Eligibility criteria of rabindra bharati university msw course is that candidate should have completed 10+2+3 in the concerned subjects or having the relevant Subject of minimum 300 full marks at Graduate level from any UGC recognized institution in India or abroad.

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Is rabindra bharati university good or bad?

Rabindra bharati university has been marked as grade ’A’ by NAAC and holds good rankings in by different government institutions and ministries.

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From where can I get the rabindra bharati university merit list?

Candidate can get the rabindra bharati university merit list from the official website.

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What is the rabindra bharati university contact number?

The rabindra bharati university contact number is +91- (033)-2358 4014

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What is the rabindra bharati university location?

Rabindra bharati university location is Dwarakanath, No 6/4, PK Tagore St, Raja Katra, Singhi Bagan, Jorasanko, Kolkata, West Bengal 700007

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Rabindra Bharati University Scholarship

There are a variety of scholarship programs for students belonging to the following categories-

  • Post-Graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holder
  • Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship Scheme
  • Online application for Scholarship to SC, St and OBC students
  • Post Matric and Merit cum Means Scholarship

The university provides huge exposure and leadership skills to the students in the university. 

Location & Contact Info

Phone Number
Address
Emerald Bower Campus 56A, B.T. Road, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700050

Recruiters

3 Companies

Rabindra Bharati University, Cognizant
Rabindra Bharati University, TCS
Rabindra Bharati University, Wipro

Facilities Available

Library of the Rabindra Bharati University provides the students with all the resources i.e. 120000 books, 2550 volume journals etc.
Medical Facility is provided by the Rabindra Bharati University to the students, teachers, staff etc.
There are two canteens present on the campus of Rabindra Bharati University that provides food at an affordable rate.
Rabindra Bharati University has five hostels from which two are boys hostels and three are girls hostels.