Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur : Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Khallikote Unitary University, located at Sundar Nagar in Berhampur, Ganjam District, Odisha, is one of the oldest educational institutions in the state, with its origins dating back to 1878 when it was founded as Union College. It was later known as Khallikote Autonomous College before being upgraded to a full-fledged university in 2021. Recognized under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, the university is a co-educational public state institution that has played a pivotal role in shaping higher education in southern Odisha. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management. It has a student enrollment of nearly 5,000 and employs over 100 academic staff. Admissions are conducted through state-level entrance examinations like OJEE and CPET, depending on the program. The institution is accredited by NAAC with a B+ grade and approved by AICTE, reflecting its commitment to quality education. The Berhampur campus spans 16.72 acres and is equipped with classrooms, laboratories, libraries, hostels, and sports facilities. The university regularly organizes seminars, workshops, and cultural programs, with a strong emphasis on regional studies, agriculture, rural development, and interdisciplinary research. Guided by its motto “Tamso Ma Jyotirgamaya” (From darkness, lead me to light), Khallikote Unitary University continues to uphold its legacy as a center of academic excellence while preparing students to meet the challenges of the modern world.