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Bengaluru North University (BNU) is a Government State University established in 2017 by the Government of Karnataka. It was created after the bifurcation of Bengaluru University to improve academic administration and provide better access to higher education in North Bengaluru, Kolar and Chikkaballapur regions.

The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes through its university departments and more than 200 affiliated colleges spread across Bengaluru North, Kolar and Chikkaballapur districts. It focuses on quality teaching, research, innovation and skill development across Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Education and Law.

BNU is currently functioning from its administrative campus in Kolar, while its permanent 172-acre campus at Amaravathi village in Chikkaballapur is being developed by the Government of Karnataka. The university is expanding its academic infrastructure and plans to introduce new interdisciplinary programme

Courses

• BA

• B.Com

• BBA

• BCA

• B.Sc

• MA

• M.Com

• MBA

• M.Sc

• MCA

• M.Ed

• M.P.Ed

• LLM

• Ph.D.

Course Eligibility

UG Programmes: 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board.

MBA: Graduation with minimum qualifying marks as per university norms. Karnataka PGCET/KMAT or other accepted entrance tests may apply for affiliated institutions.

MCA: Bachelor's degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level.

M.Sc / MA / M.Com: Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline.

Ph.D.: Master's degree with eligibility as per UGC and university regulations.

Fees

Placement

Highest Package: Not Officially Published

Average Package: Not Officially Published

Placement Rate: Not Officially Published

Top Recruiters

Placement opportunities are generally managed by individual affiliated colleges rather than the university itself. Bengaluru North University has not officially released a centralized, verified placement report containing highest package, average package or placement percentage.

Admission Process

✔ Apply through the University / Affiliated College Admission Portal

✔ Fill the Application Form

✔ Upload Required Documents

✔ Merit-Based Admission / Entrance Test (where applicable)

✔ Document Verification

✔ Fee Payment

✔ Admission Confirmation

College Highlights

✔ Government State University

✔ Established in 2017

✔ UGC Recognized

✔ 200+ Affiliated Colleges

✔ UG, PG & Ph.D. Programmes

✔ Research-Oriented Learning

✔ Digital Library

✔ Student Support Services

✔ Sports & NSS Activities

✔ Chikkaballapur Permanent Campus

✔ Experienced Faculty

✔ Affordable Fee Structure

FAQs

Q1. Is Bengaluru North University a government university?

Yes. Bengaluru North University is a Government State University established by the Government of Karnataka.

Q2. When was Bengaluru North University established?

The university was established in 2017 after the bifurcation of Bengaluru University.

Q3. Where is Bengaluru North University located?

The university currently functions from Kolar, while its permanent campus is being developed at Amaravathi Village, Chikkaballapur District, Karnataka.

Q4. Does Bengaluru North University offer MBA programmes?

Yes. MBA is offered through the university and its affiliated institutions, subject to the applicable admission process.

Q5. How many colleges are affiliated with Bengaluru North University?

The university has 200+ affiliated colleges across Bengaluru North, Kolar and Chikkaballapur districts.

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