Mahatma Gandhi Chitrakoot Gramodaya Vishwavidyalay, Satna : Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Mahatma Gandhi Chitrakoot Gramodaya Vishwavidyalaya (MGCGV), located in Chitrakoot, District Satna, Madhya Pradesh, is a rural-oriented university established in 1991 by the Government of Madhya Pradesh. Founded in memory of Mahatma Gandhi, the institution was created with the vision of promoting higher education that is deeply connected to rural development, self-reliance, and Gandhian philosophy. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is unique in its focus on integrating academic learning with practical training in rural industries and community development. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in disciplines such as Rural Development, Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science, Education, Social Work, Management, and Engineering. Its curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, encouraging students to engage directly with rural communities to understand their challenges and contribute to sustainable solutions. The Chitrakoot campus is equipped with classrooms, laboratories, libraries, hostels, and centers dedicated to rural technology and extension activities. MGCGV also runs outreach programs and research initiatives aimed at improving rural livelihoods, promoting sustainable agriculture, and fostering self-employment opportunities. Guided by Gandhian ideals of simplicity, self-sufficiency, and service to society, Mahatma Gandhi Chitrakoot Gramodaya Vishwavidyalaya has become a distinctive institution in Madhya Pradesh, nurturing professionals and researchers committed to rural upliftment and holistic development.