Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata – 2026 Overview

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Rabindra Bharati University has recorded total fees from ₹1,900 and placement records with average packages up to ₹2 LPA. Use these figures to shortlist, then verify the same programme, year, category and placement report before deciding.

47Active programmes
12Student reviews
3.7Average rating
6Placement years

About Rabindra Bharati University

History and Background

Latest Updates - Rabindra Bharati University 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 Courses Eligibility Criteria Admission Criteria Specialization 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.Ed Bachelor’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 For Freshers - at least 50% aggregated marks in any Bachelor’s degree (with either 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern) For Experienced/Deputed Candidates - any Bachelor’s degree with experience as a full-time salaried employee in any Govt. or Govt. Aided Library For Certificate holders - Graduation with honors with a certificate in Library Science Merit-Based BFA Minimum 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 marks Merit 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.Sc Bachelor’s degree in any field with at least 50% of aggregated marks from a UGC-recognized institute Merit Based MFA B.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 MSW B.A./B.Sc. (Hons.) in any subject from any UGC-recognized University Merit Based M.Phil Master’s in relevant field with at least 55% aggregated marks (50% for SC/ST) Merit Based PhD Master’s in relevant field with at least 55% aggregated marks (50% for SC/ST) Merit Based View R abindra Bharati University Fees Rabindra Bharati University (RBU) Contact Information Rabindra Bharati University Emerald Bower Campus 56A, B.T. Road, Kolkata – 700 050. Email: [email protected] Rabindra Bharati University Jorasanko Campus 6/4, Dwarkanath Tagore Lane, Kolkata – 700 007.

Campus and Location

Established in 1962. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Emerald Bower Campus 56A, B.T. Road, Kolkata, West Bengal

Courses and Programmes Offered

BA Programmes

- B.A Bengali – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute. · BA profile

- B.A Dance – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- B.A Economics – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- B.A English – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- B.A History – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- B.A Philosophy – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- B.A Political Science – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- B.A Sanskrit – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) Programmes

- Bachelor of Fine Arts Applied Art – 4 years – The candidate seeking admission in the BFA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute. · Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) profile

- Bachelor of Fine Arts Painting – 4 years – The candidate seeking admission in the BFA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- Bachelor of Fine Arts Print Making – 4 years – The candidate seeking admission in the BFA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

- Bachelor of Fine Arts Sculpture – 4 years – The candidate seeking admission in the BFA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute.

BEd Programmes

- B.Ed.(Hons) – 2 years – 55% Aggregated in any bachelor's · BEd profile

M.Phil Programmes

- Master of Philosophy Economics – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute. · M.Phil profile

- Master of Philosophy Education – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Philosophy English – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Philosophy History – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Philosophy Philosophy, Religion and Culture – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Philosophy Political Studies – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Philosophy Sanskrit – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Philosophy Women Studies – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

MA Programmes

- Master of Arts Bengali – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute. · MA profile

- Master of Arts Economics – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts Education – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts English – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts Geography – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts Hindi – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts History – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts Human Rights – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts Math – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master of Arts Music Vocal – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute.

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Programmes

- Master of Fine Arts Applied Art – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Rabindra Bharati University in the MFA should have done BFA from a recognized institute. · Master of Fine Arts (MFA) profile

- Master of Fine Arts Painting – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Rabindra Bharati University in the MFA should have done BFA from a recognized institute.

- Master of Fine Arts Print Making – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Rabindra Bharati University in the MFA should have done BFA from a recognized institute.

- Master of Fine Arts Sculpture – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Rabindra Bharati University in the MFA should have done BFA from a recognized institute.

Master Of Library Science Programmes

- Master of Library and Information Science – 1 years – The candidate seeking admission in the M.Li.Sc. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute · Master Of Library Science profile

Master Of Social Work Programmes

- Master Of Social Work ( M.S.W) – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the MSW from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute. · Master Of Social Work profile

P.hd Programmes

- Doctor of Philosophy Dance and Music – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute. · P.hd profile

- Doctor of Philosophy Economics – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy Education – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy English – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy History – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy History of Art – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy Mass Communication – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy Philosophy – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy Poltical Science – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

- Doctor of Philosophy Sanskrit – 2 years – The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute.

Course Fees at Rabindra Bharati University

BA Fees

Recorded annual fee for most BA: ₹1,900 – ₹2,400 per year.

Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.

BEd Fees

Recorded annual fee for most BEd: ₹13,500 – ₹13,725 per year.

Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.

M.Phil Fees

Recorded annual fee for most M.Phil: ₹6,000 – ₹6,125 per year.

Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.

MA Fees

Recorded annual fee for most MA: ₹4,120 – ₹4,350 per year.

Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.

Admission Process and Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria by Programme

- BA: The candidate seeking admission in the B.A. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute..

- Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A): The candidate seeking admission in the BFA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done XII from a recognized institute..

- BEd: 55% Aggregated in any bachelor's.

- M.Phil: The candidate seeking admission in the M.Phil. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute..

- MA: The candidate seeking admission in the MA from Rabindra Bharati University should have done BA/Graduation from a recognized institute..

- Master of Fine Arts (MFA): The candidate seeking admission in the Rabindra Bharati University in the MFA should have done BFA from a recognized institute..

- Master Of Library Science: The candidate seeking admission in the M.Li.Sc. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute.

- Master Of Social Work: The candidate seeking admission in the MSW from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Graduation from a recognized institute..

- P.hd: The candidate seeking admission in the Ph.D. from Rabindra Bharati University should have done Masters from a recognized institute..

How to Apply

Check the relevant programme eligibility, follow the mapped entrance-exam or university counselling route, and confirm dates, documents and fees on the official admission notice.

Placements and Recruiters

Placement Highlights by Programme

2014
₹3 LPA
2014
₹3 LPA
2017
₹3 LPA
2017
₹3 LPA
2020
₹3 LPA
2020
₹3 LPA

MA (2020): Highest ₹3 LPA, Average ₹2 LPA.

BA (2020): Highest ₹3 LPA, Average ₹2 LPA.

MA (2017): Highest ₹3 LPA, Average ₹2 LPA.

BA (2017): Highest ₹3 LPA, Average ₹2 LPA.

MA (2014): Highest ₹3 LPA, Average ₹2 LPA.

BA (2014): Highest ₹3 LPA, Average ₹2 LPA.

Top Recruiters

Accenture, Capgemini, Cognizant, HCL, IBM, TCS, Wipro and others (7 recruiters in database).

Placement Data Disclaimer

Package units, currency and placement percentages are not fully specified in the source. Treat these figures as indicative and verify the latest official placement report.

Student Reviews and Ratings

Overall Student Ratings

- Total active reviews: 12

- Average overall rating: 3.7/5

- Infrastructure: 4.2/5

- Hostel: Not recorded

- Clubs/Activities: Not recorded

- Faculty: 4.0/5

- Admission: Not recorded

Overall
3.7/5
Infrastructure
4.2/5
Faculty
4.0/5

Faculty and Departments

Key Faculty Members

- Prof. Sabyasachi Basu Ray Chaudhury – Vice Chancellor

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Frequently asked questions

What is Rabindra Bharati University known for?

Rabindra Bharati University offers BA, Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A), BEd, M.Phil, MA, Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master Of Library Science, Master Of Social Work, P.hd across 47 active programme records.

What are the main courses at Rabindra Bharati University?

Rabindra Bharati University lists B.A Bengali, B.A Dance, B.A Economics, B.A English, B.A History, and other programmes.

What are the fees at Rabindra Bharati University?

Recorded total fees range from ₹1,900 to ₹13,725. Confirm current category and additional charges with the institution.

How are placements at Rabindra Bharati University?

Placement records are available for 6 programme-year record(s), including average and highest package values where reported.

What is the average package at Rabindra Bharati University?

The available placement records include average package values such as ₹2 LPA. Values can vary by year and programme.

What is the student rating of Rabindra Bharati University?

Rabindra Bharati University has an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 from 12 active review(s).

Which recruiters are associated with Rabindra Bharati University?

The available records include recruiters such as Accenture, Capgemini, Cognizant, HCL, IBM, TCS.

Where is Rabindra Bharati University located?

Rabindra Bharati University is listed in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Data note: Fees, placements, rankings and reviews are recorded evidence and may change by batch, category, role, recruiter mix or academic year. Verify the latest official information before applying.