Berhampur University

Berhampur University
ବେରହମ୍ପୁର ବିଶ୍ୱବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ
Motto	Tamaso mā jyotir gamaya
Motto in English	From darkness, lead me to light
Type	Public
Established	1967
Chancellor	Governor of Odisha
Location	Berhampur, Odisha , India
Campus	Rural
Affiliations	UGC

Berhampur University (Odia: ବେରହମ୍ପୁର ବିଶ୍ୱବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ) is a public university located in Berhampur, Odisha, India. Established in 1967, it is one of the prominent universities in the state of Odisha. The university is situated in a rural setting, providing a serene environment conducive to academic pursuits.

History[edit | edit source]

Berhampur University was established on 2 January 1967. The university was inaugurated by Dr. A.N. Khosla, the then Governor of Odisha and the first Chancellor of the university. The university was set up to cater to the higher education needs of the southern region of Odisha.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The university campus is located in Bhanja Bihar, named after the famous poet Kabisurya Baladev Ratha. The campus spans over an area of 250 acres and is equipped with various facilities including hostels, a library, and sports complexes.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Berhampur University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of study. The university has several departments under different faculties such as Arts, Science, Commerce, and Law. The university is affiliated with the UGC and follows the guidelines set by it.

Faculties and Departments[edit | edit source]

Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Commerce
Faculty of Law

Research and Development[edit | edit source]

The university encourages research and development activities. It has various research centers and laboratories that facilitate advanced research in different disciplines. The university also collaborates with other institutions and organizations for research projects.

Student Life[edit | edit source]

The university provides a vibrant campus life with various student activities and organizations. There are numerous cultural, technical, and sports events organized throughout the year. The university also has several student clubs and societies that cater to different interests.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

Berhampur University has produced many notable alumni who have excelled in various fields such as academics, politics, and business.

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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