Ques. Does Rabindra Bharati University provide scholarships?
Ans. Yes, Rabindra Bharti University provides scholarships based on merit-cum-need, the university has a broad range of programs to provide financial assistance to students. The following fellowships/ scholarships are being run with the support of State and Central Government.
- 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
Ques. How is the accommodation facilities of Rabindra Bharati University?
Ans. The university has five students’ hostels at present, two for the boys (one for SC/ST boys), and three for the girls. The total intake capacity in the boys’ hostel is 145 and the girls’ hostels can accommodate 50 boarders. The university does not guarantee hostel accommodation to each and every outstation student.
Ques. What academic programs are offered in the visual arts department of RBU Kolkata?
Ans. The vocational department of the offers BFA, MFA, Ph.D., and D.Litt. in Applied Art, Graphics, History of Art, Painting, Sculpture, and Museology.
Ques. How can I download study material?
Ans. To download the RBU Kolkata study material:
- Visit the official website
- Go to the “Academics” tab.
- Click on the tab, select “study material” from the drop-down menu.
- Click on the option. Links with course-wise study material will appear on the screen.
- Download the study material for the desired course.
Ques. How is the hostel facility of Rabindra Bharati University?
Ans. RBU Kolkata has three hostels for boys and two hostels for girl students for students coming from far away places. However, the university does not guarantee hostel accommodation for each student. The boy's hostel has a capacity of 145 students and the girl’s hostel can accommodate up to 80 students.
Ques. What is the admission course fee for the BA program at RBU Kolkata?
Ans. The admission course fee structure for the BA program at RBU Kolkata is as follows:
- Application processing fee: INR 250 (General)/ INR 150 (PWD Candidates) + additional bank charge
- Total Course fee: INR 5945 (excluding examination fee)
- Course fee to be paid at the time of admission to the 1st semester: INR 1665 (excluding examination fee)
Ques. What is the admission course fee for the BFA program at RBU Kolkata?
Ans. The admission course fee structure for the BFA program at RBU Kolkata is as follows:
- Application processing fee: INR 250 (General)/ INR 150 (PWD Candidates) + additional bank charge
- Total Course fee (8-semesters): INR 7860 excluding examination fee)
- Course fee to be paid at the time of admission to the 1st semester: INR 1665 (excluding examination fee)
Ques. What is the minimum eligibility required for M.Phil in Santali Language, Literature, and Culture?
Ans. The minimum eligibility required for M.Phil in Santali Language, Literature, and Culture includes M.A. in Santali with a minimum of 55% (50% for SC/ ST) marks in aggregate. Or M.A. in Tribal and Regional Language/Adibasi Language with minimum 55% (50% for SC/ST) marks in aggregate having Honours in Santali.
Ques. Who are the top recruiters of Rabindra Bharati University?
Ans. The top recruiters of Rabindra Bharati University include TCS, Cognizant, HDFC Bank, Accenture, Capgemini, ICICI Bank, Tech Mahindra, and Kotak Mahindra Bank.
Ques. Is there any reservation criteria for the B.Ed program?
Ans. Yes, there are certain seats reserved for different categories of students applying for admission. Out of a total of 50 seats available for the B.Ed course, 25% of seats are reserved for teachers teaching for class IX onwards and 75% seats are reserved for fresher candidates. Also, 75% of seats reserved for fresher candidates, 10 seats are reserved for the students belonging to the universities of other states, and 90% for the home university.