Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhayalaya (DAVV), formerly the University of Indore, is a major state university in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1964, named after the legendary Queen Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, DAVV is becoming not only an important player, but even a leading voice of high-quality academic education, research and innovation in Central India. DAVV has over 250 affiliated colleges, a vibrant on-campus academic experience, and headed in the direction of providing students college admission in undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and professional programs in science, commerce, engineering, law, and management. As the admission cycle to the 2025 academic year opens, the history of university’s placement records, NAAC A+ accredited recognition, and commendations of faculty on the national level, students continue to seek out this university as a preferred place to learn at.
About Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya – Key Facts Table
The table below provides a detailed snapshot of the university’s history, infrastructure, and unique features.
| Feature | Details |
| Name | Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV), Indore |
| Established | 1964 |
| Location | RNT Marg, Indore, Madhya Pradesh |
| Type | State Public University |
| Campus Size | Approx. 760 acres (multiple campuses) |
| Accreditation | NAAC A+ (Grade) |
| Faculties/Schools | Over 30 schools including Science, Arts, Law, Engineering, Management |
| Notable Rankings | NIRF 2024 University Rank: Top 100 |
| Key Programs | UG, PG, Ph.D., Professional & Distance Education |
| Collaborations | Tie-ups with national research centers and global institutions |
| Student Strength | Over 1.5 lakh including affiliated colleges |
| Special Centres | IT Centre, Entrepreneurship Cell, Central Library |
Admission Process 2025 – Step-by-Step Guide
Following is the process for apply to DAVV for potential students :
-Online Application: Visit www.dauniv.ac.in and complete the online application.
-Entrance Tests
- Common Entrance Test – CET- (all major UG/PG/Professional courses such as MBA, MCA, M.Sc. and integrated programs
- National exams – B.Tech acceptance of JEE Main and M.Tech acceptance of GATE
-Merit Based Admission
- Merit based admissions for traditional courses (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com) for most programs directly from Class 12 results
-Counseling
- Attend DAVV counseling sessions or use national level counseling (as applicable).
-Documents Verification and Fee Payment
- Online admission forms and fee submission will have to be completed. Documents will also have to be submitted to support the application process.
Eligibility Criteria
| Program | Qualification Required | Entrance/Selection |
| B.Tech | 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biology; 60% minimum | JEE Main + State/University counselling |
| MBA / MCA | Bachelor’s degree with 50% (45% for reserved categories) | DAVV CET / CMAT |
| M.Tech | B.E./B.Tech in relevant field with 55% | GATE / DAVV Entrance |
| UG General (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com) | 10+2 pass in relevant stream | Merit-based |
| Ph.D. | Master’s degree with 55% | DAVV Entrance / NET / GATE |
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
DAVV provides multiple scholarships for supporting students:
- Merit-cum-Means Scholarships for students from economically weaker sections of society showing academic merit.
- Government Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC and EWS students – according to the regulations of the Madhya Pradesh State Government
- Research Fellowships provided for Ph.D. students from the UGC, CSIR, etc.
- Special Grants for Differently Abled students and award winners at the National level.
Research & Innovation
- Research Centres of Excellence: Emphasis on areas including biotechnology, environmental science, and advanced computing.
- Industry Collaboration: Relationship-building with industries, research labs, and community colleges engaged in joint projects or internships from research labs with both students and faculty.
- Incubation Assistance: The Entrepreneurship Cell conducts incubation incentives for its start-up incubation support and with academic entrepreneurship programs assisting Innovation Discovery.
Placements & Career Opportunities
- Top employers: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Deloitte, and public sector undertakings.
- Placement packages: average packages of ₹4 LPA for general courses to ₹10 LPA for management and engineering streams.
- Internships: strong industry collaborations facilitate internships, which help students enhance their skills.
Official Links for DAVV 2025 Admissions
| Official University Website | https://www.dauniv.ac.in |
| CET Admission Portal | Click Here |
| UGC Website | Click Here |
Important Note:
- The applicants shall ensure that they have read and understood the eligibility criteria, qualification/ other conditions, and understand the minimum required subjects of the program opted of the respective university for CUET (UG) – 2025 examination.
- NTA or the respective university will not be under any circumstances held responsible for the selection of the subjects, opted program, or eligibility criteria/ conditions.
- The applicant shall ensure to select the language, domain-specific subjects and general test as per the respective university / programme.
- You are requested to visit the respective university website and confirm the eligibility criteria and other details.
Programme(s) offered
| S.No. | Degree | Programme/ Course Offered | Subjects | Eligibility for the Programme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Integrated | B.A.LL.B. (Hons.)-5Yrs. / M.B.A. (Management Science) -5Yrs. / M.B.A. (Tourism) -5Yrs. / M.B.A. (e-Commerce) – 5Yrs. / M.B.A. (Foreign Trade) -5 Yrs. / M.Sc. (Electronic Media) -5Yrs. | Section 1A(English) + Section – III (General Test) | 10 +2 in any stream with minimum 50% marks. |
| 2 | Integrated | M.C.A. – 5 Yrs. / M. Tech. (B. Tech. – M. Tech.) (IT) – 5 Yrs. Dual Degree / M. Tech. in Electronics, Spl: Embedded Systems- 5 Yrs. Integrated / M. Tech. (B. Tech. – M. Tech.) (Internet of Things) 5 Yrs. Dual Degree / M. Tech. (B. Tech. – M. Tech.) (Energy and Environmental Engineering) 5 Yrs. Dual Degree / M. Tech. (B. Tech. – M. Tech.) (AI & Data Science) 5 Yrs. Dual Degree | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry+ Mathematics” | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| 3 | Integrated | M.B.A. (Hospital Administration) – 5 Yrs. | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry+ Biology” | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology minimum 50% marks in aggregat |
| 4 | UG | B.Com. (Hons.) – 4Yrs. / B.Com. / B.A. (Hons.) – Economics – 4 Yrs. / B. A. (Journalism & Mass Communication) / B.A. (Sociology) / B.A. (Psychology) / B.A. (Geography) | “Section 1A(English) + Section – III (General Test)” | For B. Com. (Hons.) and B.Com. – 10 +2 in Commerce / Science with minimum 50% marks. For remaining Programs – 10 +2 in any stream with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| 5 | UG | B. Pharm. – 4 Yrs. | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics / Biology” | For B.Pharm. – 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| 6 | UG | BCA – 4 Yrs. | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics” | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| 7 | UG | B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics” | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| 8 | UG | B.Sc. (Hons.) Applied Statistics | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics” | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| 9 | UG | B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics | “Section1A(English) + Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics” | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
FAQs
Ans. Yes, DAVV is UGC recognized and NAAC A+ accredited.
Ans. Yes, DAVV CET is conducted for many UG and PG professional courses.
Ans. The application can be done online via DAVV official portal.
Ans. Yes, Hostel accommodation is available on a first come first served basis.
Ans. Absolutely, admissions are open to students of all over India.
Disclaimer
The above information is provided for student guidance. For accurate and updated admission details, eligibility, and CUET subject combinations, please refer to the official AMU website:
https://www.amu.ac.in and the NTA CUET portal:
https://cuet.nta.nic.in
We are not the official CUET or AMU website. Our goal is to simplify and compile information for easy access.
