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Kannada University

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Kannada University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Kannada University is a public research university in Hampi, Karnataka, with jurisdiction over the state of Karnataka. It suits students who want to study a university focused on Kannada language, literature, traditions, culture, and folklore.

  2. What you can study

    Kannada University focuses on developing the Kannada language and promoting the literature, traditions, culture, and folklore of Karnataka. Specific programme options are not published in the information available, so the current programme catalogue should be checked on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    Admission details for international students are not published in the available information. Check the official university website for entry requirements, application steps, deadlines, document checks, and any route that applies to international applicants.

  4. What it costs

    A tuition fee for international students is not published. Confirm the current cost directly with the admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending in Hampi and the wider region.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, confirm the teaching language, the documents needed for admission, visa requirements, and whether the university accepts international applicants for the programme you want.

  6. How it compares

    India has 475 universities, and Kannada University is a public research university with a narrow academic focus on Kannada language and Karnataka’s literature, traditions, culture, and folklore. Compared with larger general universities in India, it is more specialised, so it is a better fit if that subject area is your priority.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Kannada University

What type of institution is Kannada University?

It is a public research university.

Where is Kannada University located?

It is in Hampi, Karnataka, India.

What is Kannada University known for?

It focuses on developing the Kannada language and promoting the literature, traditions, culture, and folklore of Karnataka.

How many universities are there in India?

India has 475 universities.

Overview

Kannada University, also called Hampi Kannada University, Hampi University, or Kannada University, Hampi, is a public research university in Hampi, Karnataka, founded in 1991 by the Government of Karnataka through the Kannada University Act, 1991, with the aim to develop the Kannada language and to promote the literature, traditions, culture, and folklore of Karnataka. It has its jurisdiction over state of Karnataka.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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