Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

Can male students apply to RDWU?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Is there a management quota at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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).

Question 7

What scholarships are available for RDWU students?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

What documents are required for RDWU admission?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

Does RDWU accept CUET scores for UG admission?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

What is the Total fees for B.Sc {Hons.} at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The total fees for a B.Sc {Hons.} at RDWU is INR 11,025 for the entire course duration.                                                    The top specialization, B.Sc {Hons.} in Biotechnology, has a total fee of INR 11,025.                                                                            Other specializations, such as B.Sc {Hons.} in Zoology, Computer Science, Botany have total fees of                                                            INR 11,025,                                                             INR 11,025,                                                             INR 11,025,                                                             INR 11,025                                                        respectively.

Question 11

What is the fees for various specializations of MA at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The total fees for a MA at RDWU range from INR 8,406 - 9,416 for the entire course duration.                                                    The top specialization, MA in English, has a total fee of INR 8,416.                                                                            Other specializations, such as MA in Political Science, Journalism & Mass Communication, Philosophy have total fees of                                                            INR 8,416,                                                             INR 8,416,                                                             INR 28,416,                                                             INR 8,416                                                        respectively.

Question 12

What is the fees for various specializations of Ph.D at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The total fees for a Ph.D at RDWU is INR 58,100 for the entire course duration.                                                    The top specialization, Ph.D in Education, has a total fee of INR 58,100.                                                                            Other specializations, such as Ph.D in Odia, Computer Science, Political Science have total fees of                                                            INR 58,100,                                                             INR 58,100,                                                             INR 58,100,                                                             INR 58,100                                                        respectively.

Question 13

What is the fees for MBA at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The total fees for a MBA at RDWU is INR 49,416 for the entire course duration.

Question 14

What is the Total fees for M.Sc at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The total fees for a M.Sc at RDWU range from INR 9,416 - 96,912 for the entire course duration.                                                    The top specialization, M.Sc in Life Science, has a total fee of INR 28,456.                                                                            Other specializations, such as M.Sc in Industrial Microbiology, Computer Science, Chemistry have total fees of                                                            INR 28,456,                                                             INR 88,456,                                                             INR 48,456,                                                             INR 28,456                                                        respectively.

Question 15

What is the refund policy for RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The refund policy for RDWU is as per the guidelines by the UGC. Students are advised to check the official website for details.

Question 16

What is the hostel fees at RDWU?

Accepted Answer

The Annual Hostel fees at RDWU  are as follows -                     Female : INR 24,337 - 30,862

Question 17

Is RDWU a good option to apply? How are the placements at RDWU

Accepted Answer

RDWU is a great option with good ROI. it offers good placements with highest package of INR 5 Lakhs.

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fees	₹ 30,000
other fees	₹ 27,900 - 28,100
total academic fees	₹ 57,900 - 58,100
hostel fees	₹73,011
total fees	₹ 1.31 Lakhs - 1.31 Lakhs

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Particulars	Number of Seats
Education	8
Odia	11
Political Science	3
English	5
Biotechnology	11
Commerce	3
Computer Science	4
Economics	11
Gender Studies	4
Hindi	1
Home Science	9
Journalism And Mass Communication	4
Life Science	7
Philosophy	3