The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh has been established by an Act of the Parliament of India. It came to existence by the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Act, 2007 and came into action in July 2008. It is a UGC-recognized university and also accredited by NAAC with grade 'B'.
It offers variety of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses leading to B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, BJMC, BCA, B.Pharm, B.Voc, B.Ed., Integrated B.Ed., MA, MBA, MCA, M.Com, MJMC, Ph.D. and D.Pharm programs. The Admission in all the Courses shall be given on the basis of CUET conducted by the NTA
Many renowned companies like Thomas cook, Greet World Holidays, Colorful Vacations, Yatra.com, etc. visit the campus for Indira Gandhi National Tribal University placements.
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IGNTU Merit List 2024 (Released)
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Anuppur offers the following courses:
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Details |
B.A.(Hons) |
Duration: 3 years
Specialization: Cultural & Archaeology, English, Hindi, History, Economics, Geography & Regional Development, Ancient Indian history, Political science & Human Rights, Sociology & Social Anthropology
Eligibility: 10+2 in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
B.com (Hons) |
Duration: 3 years
Eligibility:10+2 in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
B.Sc (Hons) |
Duration: 3 years
Specializations: Environmental sciences, Botany, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology
Eligibility:10+2 in science discipline with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
B.B.A |
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
B.Voc |
Duration: 3 years
Specializations: Theatre, Stagecraft, film production & media technology, Software Development
Eligibility: 10+2 in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
M.Sc. |
Duration: 2 years
Specializations: Botany, Zoology, Geology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics
Eligibility: Graduation in science with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
MBA |
Duration: 2 years
Specializations: Business management, Tourism management
Eligibility: Graduation with 50% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/TrAnsgender categories) |
Ph.D. |
Duration: 3-5 years
Specializations: English, Communication and Media Studies, Applied Psychology, Economics, Geography & Regional Development, Political Science & Human Rights , Sociology & Social Anthropology, Business Management ,Tourism Management, Tribal Studies, Linguistics and Contrastive Study of Tribal Languages , Zoology, Botany , Computer Science , Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences , Chemistry
Eligibility: A two years Master's OR M. Phil Degree from any accredited Indian or Foreign University in the relevant field. She/he must have obtained 55% marks or Equivalent Grade in the Master' |
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IGNTU Admission
- Candidates can apply online by visiting the official website of Indira Gandhi National Tribal University. The Admission in all the Courses shall be given on the basis of CUET conducted by NTA
- Applicants' are shortlisted based on an CUET exam conducted by NTA.
- Candidates seeking admission to MBA programs are also granted admission based on CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT Score.
- PhD aspirants with a valid CSIR NET/ UGC NET score are also preferred during admission.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official website of the university.
- Candidates are required to have a valid email id and mobile number at the time of registration.
- Fill the form online and upload the recent passport size photograph and signature.
- Candidates can pay the applicant fees via Bank Challan which is generated after filling the application from online.
- Fees can be paid in the University's Account number [State Bank of India] through NEFT mode from any nationalized bank.
- Application fees: INR 300 [for General/OBC] and INR 100 [for SC/ST/PH].
- Candidates can also obtain prospectus from the official website.
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IGNTU Placements
The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Placement cell endeavours to facilitate and provide suitable placement of students in reputed multinationals, government organizations, NGO's and the private sector.
All students of IGNTU are entitled to placement assistance, need based training and counselling for employment. The Placement cell will act as an interface between the industry and the students and will primarily enable the students to select the best available for their career. It facilitates the selection process of all the companies as per their requirement. The Placement cell plAns to conduct seminars and workshops to enable the students of IGNTU to become successful professionals.
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IGNTU Scholarships
The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University provides an adequate number of scholarships, fellowships, and free-ships to the deserving candidates to pursue their studies. The various types of scholarships provided by the University:
- Post-Matric Scholarship scheme (Ministry of Minority Affairs)
- Merit-Cum-MeAns Scholarship Scheme (Ministry of Minority Affairs)
- Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme (Ministry of Minority Affairs)
- Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (Departments of Higher Education)
- National MeAns-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (Department of School Education and Literacy)
- Incentives to Girls for Secondary Education (Department of School Education and Literacy)
- Central Sector Scholarships Scheme of Top Class Education for SC students (Departments of social justice and empowerment)
- Pre-Matric and post-Matric Scholarships for students with Disabilities (Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disability)
- Top Class Education for students for Students with Disabilities (Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disability)
- Top Class Education for ST Students (Ministry of Tribal Affairs)
- Scheme of PMS, Book Banks and Upgradation of merit of ST Students (Ministry of Tribal Affairs)
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IGNTU Facilities
The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University provides various facilities to the students as well as faculty members:
Central Library: IGNTU Library is the focal point of information for the student's community. Currently, it has 58000 books in its collection.
Hostel: There are 3 boys' and 1 girls hostel namely Narmada Boys, Sone Hostel for Boys, TCPC Boys Hostel and New Girls Hostels.
NCC: NCC unit of the University is under the 7 M.P. (I) COY NCC Shahdol of Jabalpur Group. It started in the University in July 2013. The total allotment strength of SD (Senior Division NCC) Cadets is 106. Presently the total strength of SD Cadets is 36.
Other facilities: Cafeteria, TrAnsport, Medical cell, Guest Room, Alumni Association, Bank facilities
IGNTU Faculty
Faculty members of the university are well qualified. Most of the professors are NET qualified and possess a doctorate in their specializations.
The total number of faculty members in the college is 159, including associate and assistant professors.
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IGNTU FAQs
Ques. How is the campus life at IGNTU?
Ans. Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) is meant for a peaceful and good environment and the university is located at Amarkantak in MP. The university provides many campus facilities such as separate hostels for the boys and girls, 4 hours of internet access, smart classrooms, NCC facilities for the students etc.
Ques. How many courses are offered at IGNTU?
Ans. IGNTU has 12 departments of allied disciplines that collectively offer 19 UGC-approved courses at UG, PG and doctoral level. These courses are offered majorly in the field of Science, Arts, Humanities, Management, Commerce, Pharmacy and many more.
Ques. which is the flagship programme of IGNTU?
Ans. A three-year BA programme is the flagship programme of IGNTU that is offered in nine specializations. To be eligible for seeking admission to the course, candidates need to pass Class 12 from a recognized board in any stream with a minimum of 50% aggregate.
Ques. Where is IGNTU located?
Ans. Indira Gandhi National Tribal University is a central university located in Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Ques. Is IGNTU a recognized University?
Ans. IGNTU came into existence by the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Act, 2007 and became operational in July 2008. It is a UGC-recognized university and also accredited by NAAC with grade 'B'.
Ques. Is there any scholarship facility provided by IGNTU?
Ans. Indira Gandhi National Tribal University encourages its meritorious and deserving candidates to pursue their studies by offering an adequate number of scholarships, fellowships, and free ships such as the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme, Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship Scheme, Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students, National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme etc.
Ques. How is the faculty at IGNTU?
Ans. There are 159 faculty members at IGNTU having high expertise in their respective fields, including associate and assistant professors. All the professors are NET qualified and possess a doctorate in their specializations.
Ques. Does IGNTU provides hostel facility to its students?
Ans. Yes, IGNTU offers hostel facilities to its students with all the basic amenities and comfort. Currently, there are two hostels for girls namely, Rani Durgawati and OBC girls hostel, and for the boys including Guru Govind & OBC hostel and one more for Ph.D. scholars. The hostel charge for the IGNTU students ranges between INR 1650 – 6000/- annually.
Ques. Is IGNTU BVoc different from other regular BA courses?
Ans. IGNTU BVoc is a three-year programme which is offered in five specializations including Theatre, Stagecraft, Film Production, and Software Development. IGNTU BVoc admission process is similar to the Ba/ B.Sc courses based on an online entrance test conducted by the University.
Ques. Does IGNTU provide any doctoral degree courses?
Ans. Yes, at the doctoral level, IGNTU offers a Ph.D. programme in 18 specializations. For seeking admission to any of these specializations, candidates need to possess a master’s degree in a relevant field.