Osmania University

Hyderabad, India

Osmania University (OU), established in 1918 by the last Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan, is a premier institution in India and the first university in Telangana. Renowned for blending heritage with innovation, it spans 1,600 acres in Hyderabad.
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OU holds an "A++" grade from NAAC (2023) – the highest accreditation tier in India. It is also UGC-recognized, a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), and its engineering programs are NBA-accredited.
Yes, via the Osmania University Centre for Distance Education (OUCDE), offering UG/PG degrees in Arts, Commerce, Science, and Management. Admissions open in June-July annually.
Founded in 1918 by the last Nizam of Hyderabad, OU was Asia’s first Urdu-medium university. Its iconic Arts College building is a protected heritage monument.
Admissions are through state-level entrance exams: Engineering: TS EAMCET Law: TS LAWCET Others: OU Common Entrance Test (OUCET). Apply online at osmania.ac.in/admissions.
No age limit for most PG courses. Requires a relevant bachelor’s degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). Entrance via OUCET/PGECET.
Typically in May-June (entrance exams) and July-August (counseling). Exact dates are announced on the university website.
24/7 CCTV surveillance, dedicated women’s patrol squads, RFID-enabled hostels, and the "She Safe" app for emergency alerts. Anti-ragging cells operate in all departments.
Zero-tolerance policy with immediate suspension. Complaints can be lodged anonymously via the Proctorial Committee helpline (+91-40-27682344) or UGC anti-ragging portal.
Yes. GPS-tracked e-rickshaws operate until 11 PM, and hostels have biometric curfews. Security booths are stationed every 500m.
Top programs include: B.Tech in AI & Data Science (NBA-accredited) M.Sc in Biotechnology (DBT-funded) MBA in Digital Marketing (industry-certified).
Yes! Programs like Ph.D in Nanotechnology (Physics-Chemistry-Biotech collaboration) and MA in Cultural Studies allow cross-departmental coursework.
Absolutely. 6-month certifications in AI (with IBM), Cyber Security (with Cisco), and Renewable Energy (via OU Skill Development Cell).
100% fee reimbursement for SC/ST/BC/EBC students under Telangana’s "Fee Reimbursement Scheme". Merit-based scholarships include "OU Gold Medal" (₹50,000/year).
Yes. ICCR Scholarships (full tuition + ₹35,000/month stipend) and OU Global Excellence Awards (50% fee waiver for ASEAN/SAARC students).
Apply online via the "OUSAP" portal (scholarships.osmania.ac.in). Deadlines: July 31 (UG) and August 15 (PG)
OU Main Campus, Hyderabad: Address: *Nagarjuna Circle, Amberpet, Hyderabad-500007* Nearest Metro: Jamia Osmania Station (300m).
Apply during admission via the "OU Hostel Management System". Priority for outstation students. Fees: ₹12,000–₹25,000/year. Limited seats – apply early!
Yes. OU-approved PGs near campus (₹5,000–₹10,000/month) with biometric entry. Use the university’s "StuStay" portal for verified listings.
Yes. The International Relations Cell provides SOP/LOR drafting, visa interview prep, and partnerships with universities in Germany/USA for streamlined admissions.
International graduates can apply for a 12-month post-study visa for internships/jobs in India via OU’s Foreign Student Registry.
The Career Guidance Bureau partners with companies like Infosys/Amazon for work visa sponsorship in placements. Alumni also receive H-1B/L1 visa support.

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