Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal, welcomes you with fifteen magnificent buildings set within a lush green campus nestled between two hills. The panoramic view and architectural design of the university are inspired by ancient centers of learning such as Takshashila, Nalanda, and Shantiniketan. RNTU boasts world-class infrastructure, experienced faculty, and a strong placement record. It is India’s first skill-based university, placing a special emphasis on practical and research-oriented learning. Some of the additional benefits you can experience here include:
RNTU is a leading institution under the AISECT Group of Universities, which comprises six universities located across Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, and Jharkhand. The group is committed to enhancing the accessibility and affordability of higher education. It also aims to deliver high-quality education through a focus on skill development, research, entrepreneurial motivation, and the holistic development of students.
Launched in 2022, the Core Research and Innovation Group (CRIG) is a visionary initiative of the AISECT Group of Universities that fosters a culture of research, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Inspired by the mission of Shri Santosh Choubey, CRIG acts as a catalyst for institutional transformation by establishing Centres of Research Excellence, Skill Academies, Campus Industry Linkage Centres, and the Atal Incubation Centre.
At RNTU, CRIG facilitates seed funding to support early-stage research and helps faculty and scholars secure national and international research grants. It is committed to socially relevant, ethical, and future-ready education aligned with the changing socio-economic and technological landscape.
RNTU actively engages in around 30 national and 15 international collaborations each year. The university also hosts one major international or national seminar/conference annually, along with several research and academic workshops.
RNTU publishes two peer-reviewed research journals that are available online and indexed by Copernicus. These journals demonstrate the university’s dedication to quality academic output. Although UGC has discontinued its journal recognition system nationwide, RNTU continues to maintain high standards in its publication practices.
The university offers the Shiksha Mitra Scholarship to support meritorious students from underprivileged regions and economically weaker backgrounds. This financial assistance helps students focus on their studies without worrying about tuition fees or the cost of books. Additionally, the university extends support to faculty members, enabling them to upgrade their qualifications.
The university offers a range of facilities to students, including highly qualified faculty with doctoral degrees and industry experience, an ICT-enabled, industry-oriented CBCS curriculum, and state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with industry-grade tools and technology.
The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has awarded the Unnat Bharat project to the university. Under this initiative, RNTU is working towards the development of five villages while also providing holistic, hands-on training opportunities for its students.
Rabindranath Tagore University is the first university in Madhya Pradesh to establish an IoT (Internet of Things) lab in collaboration with Frugal and Intel, and a Cloud Computing lab supported by Microsoft.
In addition to a vibrant calendar of cultural and co-curricular activities, the university provides strong support, encouragement, and recognition to both faculty and students. As a result, over 1,000 research papers and 50 books have been published within just five years.
The university hosts 21 Centres of Excellence, including Advanced Material Science, Agricultural Research, IoT, Science and Communication, Renewable Energy and Energy Park, Advanced Water and Environmental Research, Santosh Choubey Centre of Social Entrepreneurship, Tagore International Centre for Arts & Culture, Lok Bhasha Evam Sanskriti Kendra (Sub Centre), Skill Development (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra), Resource Centre for Adult and Continuing Education, Daikin–RNTU Centre of Excellence in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Atal Incubation Centre, and several others dedicated to advancing research and skill development.
To promote skill-based education among Indian citizens, RNTU has established seven Skill Academies that offer training in 55 different skills.
Rabindranath Tagore University has made all its services and information accessible to the general public through the M.P. Education Portal.
RNTU provides students with state-of-the-art, well-equipped laboratories to strengthen their practical understanding and application of theoretical concepts taught across various disciplines.
The university offers excellent hostel facilities, world-class sports infrastructure, a canteen, and student clubs for debate, drama, and literature. It also hosts a range of cultural events and competitions throughout the year.
RNTU actively contributes to the implementation of various government initiatives such as MPOnline, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Swachh Bharat, Digital India, and Jan Dhan Yojana.