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Shivaji University

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Shivaji University: the applicant's brief

6 findings

  1. The short answer

    Shivaji University is a public university in India with programmes at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level. It suits applicants looking for study in agriculture, horticulture, biotechnology, fisheries, and agricultural engineering.

  2. What you can study

    You can study Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD/Doctorate programmes in areas that include B. Sc. (Agri.), B. Sc. (Hort.), M. Sc. (Agri.), M. Sc. (Hort), M. Sc. (Biotech.), Ph. D. (Agri.), B. F. Sc., M. F. Sc., Ph. D. (Fish.), B. Tech. (Agril. Engg.), M. Tech. (Agril. Engg.), and Ph. D. (Agril. Engg.). The programme catalogue is limited to these listed options, so check the official website for the current full selection before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any department-specific rules. Confirm whether your chosen programme needs an entrance test, eligibility matching for your previous qualification, and any extra steps for foreign students directly with admissions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, food, transport, and your personal spending, so budget separately for those expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check visa steps, document attestation, fee payment method, accommodation options, and whether your programme has any extra requirements for students arriving from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    India has 475 universities, so Shivaji University sits within a large higher-education system rather than a small national field. Its strongest point is its focused set of programmes in agriculture and related disciplines, which makes it more suitable for applicants with a clear subject goal than for someone seeking a broad multi-subject catalogue.

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 Shivaji University

What type of university is Shivaji University?

It is a public university in India.

How many programmes are listed?

12 programmes are listed.

What degree levels does it offer?

It offers Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, and PhD / Doctorate programmes.

What is the university website?

http://www.unishivaji.ac.in/

Overview

Shivaji University, established in 1962, is a state university located at Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India. The university, with a campus spread over 853 acres (345 ha), is named in honour of Chatrapati Shivaji. It was inaugurated on 18 November 1962 by Dr. Radhakrishnan, the then president of India. Yashwantrao Chavan and Balasaheb Desai took the lead in establishing this university.

Programs at Shivaji University

63 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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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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