1. Basic Information
Shivaji University, Kolhapur is a State Public University established in 1962 to expand higher education and research opportunities in South Maharashtra. The University was inaugurated on 18 November 1962 by Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the then President of India. It is named after Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
The University today serves students across Kolhapur, Sangli and Satara through its university departments, research centres and affiliated colleges. Its official sources report an A++ NAAC grade with CGPA 3.52.
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| University Name | Shivaji University |
| Common Name | Shivaji University Kolhapur / SUK |
| University Type | State Public University |
| Established | 18 November 1962 |
| Location | Vidyanagar, Kolhapur |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Region | South Maharashtra |
| Jurisdiction | Kolhapur, Sangli & Satara |
| NAAC | A++ |
| Major Areas | Science, Technology, Humanities, Commerce, Management, Law, Education, Fine Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies |
2. Location & Campus
State: Maharashtra
Region: South Maharashtra
District: Kolhapur
City: Kolhapur
Area: Vidyanagar
Pincode: 416004
Address
Shivaji University, Vidyanagar, Kolhapur – 416004, Maharashtra, India.
Campus
The University has a large green campus spread across approximately 853 acres. Its campus includes academic departments, research centres, student facilities and supporting infrastructure.
Location Classification
City: Kolhapur
District: Kolhapur
Region: South Maharashtra
State: Maharashtra
3. Admission Information
Shivaji University does not follow one common admission process for every programme.
Admission depends on whether the student is applying to:
- A University department
- A professional programme
- A postgraduate programme
- A doctoral programme
- An affiliated college
- Distance/online education
University Department Admissions
University departments conduct admissions according to the eligibility and selection process prescribed for the particular programme.
Undergraduate Admissions
A significant portion of undergraduate education is delivered through affiliated colleges, with admissions following the applicable Maharashtra admission rules and programme-specific processes.
Postgraduate Admissions
PG admission can involve:
- Merit-based selection
- Department-level admission
- Entrance examination where applicable
- Programme-specific eligibility
Ph.D. Admission
Doctoral admissions are conducted according to the University’s current research and Ph.D. admission regulations.
Admission Katta Rule
Admission Process: Programme / Department / College Specific
This should be displayed rather than suggesting that one entrance examination applies to all Shivaji University courses.
4. Undergraduate Programmes
Shivaji University provides undergraduate education through its University departments and affiliated colleges.
Major Areas
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce
- Management
- Law
- Education
- Engineering & Technology
- Fine Arts
- Journalism & Communication
- Library & Information Science
- Computer Science
- Interdisciplinary Studies
The University’s academic programme information includes undergraduate offerings such as B.Tech. programmes in Technology, Bachelor of Journalism, B.Lib.Sc., and integrated programmes.
Examples of University-Level Programmes
The Technology department lists B.Tech. programmes in areas including:
- Chemical Technology
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science & Technology
- Electronics & Communication Technology
- Food Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
Important Admission Katta Distinction
Just like SPPU, BAMU and Mumbai University:
Shivaji University Department course ≠ Affiliated College course
Our database should maintain these relationships separately.
5. Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate education is one of the University’s major academic strengths.
Major PG Areas
- M.A.
- M.Sc.
- M.Com.
- MBA
- MCA
- M.Ed.
- LL.M.
- M.Tech.
- M.Lib.Sc.
- M.P.A.
- M.S.W.
- M.R.S.
- Other specialised postgraduate programmes
The University’s official academic listing includes postgraduate programmes across science, technology, humanities, management, law, education, journalism, rural development and other disciplines.
Examples
Science
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Physics
- M.Sc. Botany
- M.Sc. Zoology
- M.Sc. Microbiology
- M.Sc. Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Environmental Science
- M.Sc. Statistics
Management
- MBA
- M.Com.
- Rural Management programmes
Computer Science
- MCA
- M.Sc. Computer Science
Humanities
- M.A. English
- M.A. Marathi
- M.A. History
- M.A. Economics
- M.A. Political Science
- M.A. Psychology
- M.A. Sociology
Law
- LL.M.
These are reflected in the University’s current programme listings.
6. Ph.D. / Research Programmes
Research is an important part of Shivaji University’s academic identity.
The University operates postgraduate departments and research centres across science, technology, humanities, social sciences and interdisciplinary areas.
Major Research Areas
- Science
- Technology
- Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Environmental Science
- Computer Science
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Commerce
- Management
- Law
- Education
- Rural Studies
- Nanoscience
- Interdisciplinary Research
The University has highlighted research activity in areas such as Science and Technology, Humanities, Commerce and Management and Interdisciplinary Studies.
Ph.D.
Doctoral programmes are offered across multiple disciplines through the University’s departments and research ecosystem.
Admission Katta Status
Ph.D. programmes available across multiple disciplines, subject to current University notifications, eligibility requirements and research-supervisor availability.
Do not enter one consolidated Ph.D. intake number for the entire University.
7. University Departments & Academic Areas
Shivaji University has a broad academic structure. Its official department directory currently lists departments including Agrochemicals & Pest Management, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Commerce & Management, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Electronics, English, Environmental Science, Food Science & Technology, Geography, History, Journalism & Communication, Law, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics and Technology.
Science & Technology
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Electronics
- Environmental Science
- Food Science & Technology
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Technology
- Nanoscience & Technology
Humanities & Social Sciences
- English
- Marathi
- Hindi
- History
- Economics
- Geography
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Education
- Women’s Studies
- Rural Development
Professional & Applied Areas
- Law
- Commerce & Management
- Journalism & Communication
- Library & Information Science
- Performing Arts
- Technology
Specialised Schools / Centres
The University also has the School of Nanoscience and Technology and the Yashwantrao Chavan School of Rural Development, among other specialised academic units.
8. Campus & Facilities
The large Kolhapur campus provides an environment for teaching, research and student activities.
Major Facilities
- University library
- Departmental libraries
- Research laboratories
- Computer laboratories
- Research centres
- Seminar halls
- Sports facilities
- Student support facilities
- Hostels
- Digital learning resources
- Innovation and research infrastructure
Individual departments also have specialised facilities. For example, the Department of Statistics has a computer laboratory with more than 100 PCs and specialised statistical software, along with research infrastructure.
Distance & Online Education
Shivaji University also operates a Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), providing flexible learning opportunities through digital and distance education.
Student Life
Students can participate in:
- Sports
- Cultural activities
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Research activities
- Conferences
- Student development programmes
- Extension activities
9. Affiliated Colleges, Student Life & Career Opportunities
A major part of Shivaji University’s ecosystem is its affiliated-college network across Kolhapur, Sangli and Satara.
The University’s official sources report approximately 297 affiliated colleges and around 2.5 lakh students, while another recent University source describes 298 affiliated colleges/institutes and around 2.5 lakh students.
For Admission Katta, I recommend using the safer current wording:
Around 300 affiliated colleges and institutes
rather than locking the public page to a single number that may change every academic year.
Major Affiliated College Areas
The University’s affiliation system includes institutions in:
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce
- Law
- Engineering
- Education
- Management
- Pharmacy
- BBA/BCA/MCA
- Social Work
- Fine Arts
- Other professional programmes
The University’s affiliation section maintains an academic-year-wise affiliated college list, including a current 2025–26 list.
Career Opportunities
Depending on the programme, students can pursue careers in:
- IT & Technology
- Engineering
- Science & Research
- Biotechnology
- Management
- Finance & Commerce
- Law
- Education
- Journalism & Media
- Pharmacy
- Social Work
- Government Services
- Academia
- Entrepreneurship
- Research & Development
Student Perspective
For students from Kolhapur, Sangli, Satara and surrounding parts of South Maharashtra, Shivaji University provides a broad higher-education ecosystem through both its campus departments and affiliated colleges.
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