RV University, which commenced operations in 2021, is governed by the Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST)[10] which is a charitable trust managing RV Educational Institutions in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Today, RSST has over 21 institutions across Bangalore constituting more than 20,000 students every year under its umbrella.[11] RV University is an initiative of the RSST which also manages the engineering institution RV College of Engineering in Bangalore.
RV University is granted affiliation by the Bar Council of India (BCI), recognizing its law programs as per the prescribed standards and regulations.[17][18]
Rankings
In 2024, RV University secured the 2nd rank among the top 10 Emerging State Private Universities in India, according to Outlook's rankings based on multiple parameters.[19]
In 2025, RV University secured the 1st rank among the top 10 Emerging State Private Universities in India, according to Outlook's rankings based on multiple parameters.[20]
Academic Schools
RV University (RVU) offers undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD programmes in different academic disciplines namely,[21][22][23]
School of Allied and Healthcare Professions
School of Business
School of Computer Science and Engineering
School for Continuing Education and Professional Studies [24]
Undergraduate Education: BTech, BDes, BSc, BCA, BA, BBA, BCom, BA LLB, BBA LLB – all offered with Honours and various specialization subjects.
Postgraduate Education: MTech (CSE), MDes, MBA, MCom, MSc, MA, LLM, PhD – all offered with various specialization subjects.
Admissions
RVU offers over 35 specialized undergraduate and postgraduate courses across multiple schools.RVU admits students based on RVSAT (RV Scholastic Admission Test is the national-level entrance exam) and RVU Selection Process for all UG, PG and PhD Programmes[26] of RV University. RVU admits 40% of undergraduate engineering (Bachelor of Technology) students based on their Karnataka CET ranks. Also RVU admits students under a management quota.
Schools and Departments
BTech Students
RVU School of Computer Science and Engineering (SoCSE)[27]
RVU School of Design and Innovation offers a Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) (Hons.) program and allocates some seats for admission through the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED).[28] However, the RVU is not part of the Joint Admission Process conducted by IIT Bombay, and candidates must apply directly through RV University's admission process.[29]
Collaborations
RV University has established meaningful collaborations with reputed & iconic universities, institutes, and companies in India and around the world.[30] The following are some collaborations with RV University
RV University has partnered with Arizona State University (ASU), enabling RVU students to pursue a variety of undergraduate and master’s degrees in key disciplines such as Computer Science and Engineering, Business, Management, Design, and Liberal Arts.[31]
NSE Academy Limited (NAD), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has signed an agreement with RV University for a Post Graduate Certification Program in Global Financial Markets.[39]
RV University (RVU) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), a statutory body set up under an Act of Parliament, have entered into an MoU to build a strategic alliance for boosting education and research initiatives.[40][41]
RV University (RVU) partnership with Hombale Films is poised to transform the landscape of undergraduate and postgraduate education in film, media, OTT and creative arts under academic discipline School Of Film, Media And Creative Arts .[42][43]
RV University has joined with Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan has signed a mutual cooperation agreement provides for training and placement of Indian students in Japan.A Joint Statement to this effect has been signed by Kazuhiko Ōigawa, Governor of Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan and Prof. (Dr.) Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice Chancellor, RVU in the presence of Dr. (h.c.) A.V.S. Murthy, Chancellor, RVU and Tsutomu Nakane, Consul General of Japan in Bengaluru.[44][45][46]
Scholarships
The RV university has allocated Rs 10 crore for merit scholarships for the ensuing academic year starting in August 2023. This will benefit 500 students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.[47][48]
Hostel accommodation
RV University provides separate hostels for boys and girls, ensuring a safe and comfortable stay for all undergraduate and postgraduate students. The hostels are equipped with facilities such as Wi-Fi, a gym, sports amenities, and a dining mess for all residents. Accommodation is allotted based on the students’ year of study, with senior students receiving increased privacy and comfort.[49]
Campus
RV University's campus is located within the well-established RV College of engineering campus, which provides various shared facilities and amenities for its students.[50] Spread across 50 acres, RV University’s infrastructure is designed to provide a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.[51]
RV University's library, spanning 60,000 square feet across four floors, integrates digital and physical resources to support a broad range of academic disciplines. Its modern design includes research labs, maker spaces, individual and group study pods, an amphitheater, and interactive reading areas.
Additionally, it offers an extensive digital repository with access to leading academic databases such as EBSCO, JSTOR, and IEEE, along with e-books, journals, and multimedia resources [52].
There is also a nearby metro station called Pattanagere, located at the university gate on the purple line in Bangalore.
RV University announced the launch of its new campus in Mysuru, Karnataka, by 2026.[53]
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