Quick Summary
Situated in Hyderabad, India, Osmania University is a public state university established in 1918. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 300000 students including 2.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering & Technology, Biological Sciences, Arts and Humanities, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historical legacy as one of India's oldest universities, affordable tuition, and a massive network of alumni and affiliated colleges.
Subject Strengths
Engineering & TechnologyBiological SciencesArts and HumanitiesBusiness Studies
Founded1918
TypePublic State University
Total Students300000
Intl Students2.5%
Faculty Ratio20:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size1600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Osmania General Hospital
AccreditationNAAC A+
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, M.Phil, PhD, PG Diploma, Certificate courses
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Yes (via Prof. G. Ram Reddy Centre for Distance Education)
Online Programs
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Research and Training Unit for Navigational Electronics (NERTU)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC A+
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8.5%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.0/4.0
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily through state-level entrance exams like TS EAMCET, ICET, and CPGET. International students should apply through the UFRO portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹28,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹165,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹50,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹235,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableState Post-Matric Scholarships, UGC Scholarships, Ishan Uday
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, M.Phil, PhD, PG Diploma, Certificate courses programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BE | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.Tech | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MBA | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| MCA | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| M.Sc | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| LLM | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementActive placement cell providing internships in tech, finance, and pharma sectors
Industry Connections
TCSInfosysWiproDr. Reddy's LaboratoriesDeloitte
Notable Alumni
P. V. Narasimha Rao, Shantanu Narayen, Harsha Bhogle, Rakesh Sharma
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University College of Physical Education, Cricket ground, Swimming Pool, Indoor stadium
Student Clubs
NSS, NCC, Cultural Club, Sahiti (Literary Club), Entrepreneurship Cell
Library Resources
Main Library with 500,000+ volumes, 6,000+ manuscripts, and extensive e-journal access
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available