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Krishna University
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Krishna University, Machilipatnam
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1. University Overview
1.1 Introduction
Krishna University, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, popularly known as KrU, is a public state university located in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh.
The university provides higher education through its constituent colleges, academic departments, professional colleges, affiliated colleges and student support systems.
Krishna University offers programs in arts, science, commerce, management, engineering, technology, pharmacy, computer applications, physical education, law, research and other academic areas through university departments and affiliated institutions.
The university is suitable for students who want to pursue higher education in a public university environment with access to postgraduate programs, professional programs, research, affiliated college education, engineering, pharmacy, arts, sciences and career-oriented courses.
1.2 Academic Structure
Krishna University follows a constituent college, department and affiliated college-based academic structure.
The university includes academic units such as University College of Arts and Science, KRU College of Engineering and Technology, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Dr. MRAR PG Centre and affiliated colleges.
The academic system includes classroom learning, laboratories, academic departments, entrance-based admissions, counselling, examination services, affiliated college support, digital library, old question papers, student login, staff login, academic audit, research and development and student welfare services.
1.3 Student Importance
Krishna University is important for students from Krishna District and nearby regions who want affordable and recognized higher education in Andhra Pradesh.
Students can pursue academic and career pathways in teaching, research, public sector preparation, commerce, management, science, engineering, pharmacy, software development, computer applications, law, physical education, civil services preparation and higher studies.
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2. University Highlights
2.1 Basic Details
University Name: Krishna University
Popular Name: KrU
University Type: Public State University
Current Official Location: Rudravaram, Machilipatnam, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh
User Listing Address: Andhra Jateeya Kalasala Campus, Rajupeta, Machilipatnam, Krishna, Andhra Pradesh
Official Address: Krishna University, Rudravaram, Machilipatnam-521004, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India
Academic Structure: Constituent college, professional college, department and affiliated college-based university system
Major Academic Levels: UG, PG, Professional and Research Programs
Admission Mode: Entrance-based / Merit-based / Counselling-based / Program-specific selection process
Application Mode: Online / As notified
Course Mode: Full-time / Regular / Affiliated college mode / Distance and digital support where notified
Academic Focus: Arts, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Engineering, Pharmacy, Computer Applications, Law, Physical Education and Research
Admission Support: University admission notifications, constituent college admission sections and state-level counselling where applicable
Examination Support: Examination section, notifications, results, certificates and old question papers
2.2 Major Academic Streams
Arts
Humanities
Social Sciences
Sciences
Commerce
Management
Computer Applications
Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Pharmacy
Physical Education
Law
Education
Telugu
English
Economics
History
Political Science
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Botany
Zoology
Biotechnology
Computer Science
Business Administration
Research and Development
Affiliated College Education
2.3 Contact Details
Current Official Address: Krishna University, Rudravaram, Machilipatnam-521004, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India
User Listing Address: Andhra Jateeya Kalasala Campus, Rajupeta, Machilipatnam, Krishna, Andhra Pradesh
Website: www.kru.ac.in
Vice-Chancellor Phone: 08672-259201
Rector Phone: 08672-259202
Registrar Phone: 08672-259203
Registrar’s Peshi Phone: 08672-259204
Accounts Section Phone: 08672-259205
Establishment Section Phone: 08672-259206
Examination Section for Certificate-Related Grievance: 08672-259212
Examination Section for Notifications, Results, UG, PG and Professional Programs: 08672-259213
University College of Arts and Science Phone: +91-9154281362
University College of Arts and Science Email: principal.kru@kru.ac.in
KRU College of Engineering and Technology Phone: +91-9154281361
KRU College of Engineering and Technology Email: principal.krucet@kru.ac.in
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research Phone: +91-9154281374
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research Email: principal.krucopsr@kru.ac.in
Student Support: University office, examination section, constituent colleges, affiliated colleges and student login support
WhatsApp: Not officially confirmed as a general university WhatsApp number
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3. Courses & Programs Offered
Krishna University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and research programs through its university colleges, professional colleges and affiliated colleges.
The course list below is arranged in a mobile-friendly format by academic stream and program level.
Students should verify current program availability, college availability, seat intake, eligibility, entrance test requirement, fee structure, counselling schedule and admission process from the latest official admission notification before applying.
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3.1 Arts, Humanities and Social Science Programs
3.1.1 Undergraduate Arts Programs through Affiliated Colleges
B.A. English – 3 Years
B.A. Telugu – 3 Years
B.A. Hindi – 3 Years
B.A. History – 3 Years
B.A. Economics – 3 Years
B.A. Political Science – 3 Years
B.A. Public Administration – 3 Years
B.A. Sociology – 3 Years
B.A. Social Work – Duration not confirmed
B.A. Psychology – Duration not confirmed
3.1.2 Four-Year Honours Arts Programs
B.A. Honours English – 4 Years
B.A. Honours Telugu – 4 Years
B.A. Honours History – 4 Years
B.A. Honours Economics – 4 Years
B.A. Honours Political Science – 4 Years
B.A. Honours Public Administration – 4 Years
3.1.3 Postgraduate Arts and Humanities Programs
M.A. English – 2 Years
M.A. Telugu – 2 Years
M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication – 2 Years
M.A. Economics – 2 Years
M.A. History – 2 Years
M.A. Political Science – 2 Years
M.A. Public Administration – 2 Years
M.A. Psychology – Duration not confirmed
M.A. Social Work – Duration not confirmed
3.1.4 Doctoral Programs in Arts and Humanities
Ph.D. English – 3 Years
Ph.D. Telugu – 3 Years
Ph.D. Journalism and Mass Communication – 3 Years
Ph.D. Economics – 3 Years
Ph.D. History – 3 Years
Ph.D. Political Science – 3 Years
Ph.D. Public Administration – 3 Years
Ph.D. Social Sciences – 3 Years
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3.2 Science Programs
3.2.1 Undergraduate Science Programs through Affiliated Colleges
B.Sc. Mathematics – 3 Years
B.Sc. Physics – 3 Years
B.Sc. Chemistry – 3 Years
B.Sc. Botany – 3 Years
B.Sc. Zoology – 3 Years
B.Sc. Computer Science – 3 Years
B.Sc. Statistics – 3 Years
B.Sc. Biotechnology – 3 Years
B.Sc. Microbiology – 3 Years
B.Sc. Electronics – 3 Years
B.Sc. Data Science – Duration not confirmed
B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence – Duration not confirmed
3.2.2 Four-Year Honours Science Programs
B.Sc. Honours Mathematics – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Physics – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Chemistry – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Botany – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Zoology – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Computer Science – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Biotechnology – 4 Years
B.Sc. Honours Microbiology – 4 Years
3.2.3 Postgraduate Science Programs
M.Sc. Applied Mathematics – 2 Years
M.Sc. Mathematics – 2 Years
M.Sc. Physics – 2 Years
M.Sc. Electronics and Instrumentation – 2 Years
M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry – 2 Years
M.Sc. Organic Chemistry – 2 Years
M.Sc. Inorganic Chemistry – 2 Years
M.Sc. Botany – 2 Years
M.Sc. Zoology – 2 Years
M.Sc. Biotechnology – 2 Years
M.Sc. Computer Science – 2 Years
M.Sc. Microbiology – 2 Years
M.Sc. Biochemistry – 2 Years
M.Sc. Statistics – 2 Years
3.2.4 Doctoral Programs in Sciences
Ph.D. Mathematics – 3 Years
Ph.D. Physics – 3 Years
Ph.D. Chemistry – 3 Years
Ph.D. Botany – 3 Years
Ph.D. Zoology – 3 Years
Ph.D. Biotechnology – 3 Years
Ph.D. Computer Science – 3 Years
Ph.D. Microbiology – 3 Years
Ph.D. Biochemistry – 3 Years
Ph.D. Statistics – 3 Years
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3.3 Commerce, Management and Computer Applications Programs
3.3.1 Undergraduate Commerce Programs
B.Com. General – 3 Years
B.Com. Computer Applications – 3 Years
B.Com. Taxation – 3 Years
B.Com. Accounting and Finance – 3 Years
B.Com. Honours – 4 Years
3.3.2 Undergraduate Management and Computer Applications Programs
Bachelor of Business Administration – 3 Years
BBA Business Analytics – Duration not confirmed
Bachelor of Computer Applications – 3 Years
BCA Data Science – Duration not confirmed
BCA Artificial Intelligence – Duration not confirmed
3.3.3 Postgraduate Commerce and Management Programs
M.Com. – 2 Years
Master of Business Administration – 2 Years
MBA Finance – 2 Years
MBA Marketing – 2 Years
MBA Human Resource Management – 2 Years
MBA Systems – 2 Years
3.3.4 Postgraduate Computer Applications Program
Master of Computer Applications – 2 Years
3.3.5 Doctoral Programs in Commerce, Management and Computer Applications
Ph.D. Commerce – 3 Years
Ph.D. Management – 3 Years
Ph.D. Business Administration – 3 Years
Ph.D. Computer Applications – 3 Years
Ph.D. Computer Science – 3 Years
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3.4 Engineering and Technology Programs
3.4.1 Undergraduate Engineering Programs
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering – 4 Years
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering – 4 Years
3.4.2 Lateral Entry Engineering Programs
B.Tech. Lateral Entry Computer Science and Engineering – 3 Years
B.Tech. Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering – 3 Years
3.4.3 Postgraduate Engineering Programs
M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering – Duration not confirmed
M.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering – Duration not confirmed
M.Tech. Data Science – Duration not confirmed
M.Tech. Communication Systems – Duration not confirmed
3.4.4 Doctoral Programs in Engineering
Ph.D. Computer Science and Engineering – 3 Years
Ph.D. Electronics and Communication Engineering – 3 Years
Ph.D. Engineering and Technology – 3 Years
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3.5 Pharmacy Programs
3.5.1 Undergraduate Pharmacy Program
Bachelor of Pharmacy – 4 Years
3.5.2 Postgraduate Pharmacy Programs
Master of Pharmacy – 2 Years
M.Pharm. Pharmaceutics – 2 Years
M.Pharm. Pharmaceutical Analysis – 2 Years
M.Pharm. Pharmacology – 2 Years
M.Pharm. Pharmaceutical Chemistry – 2 Years
3.5.3 Doctoral Programs in Pharmacy
Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Sciences – 3 Years
Ph.D. Pharmaceutics – 3 Years
Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Analysis – 3 Years
Ph.D. Pharmacology – 3 Years
Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Chemistry – 3 Years
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3.6 Law, Education and Physical Education Programs
3.6.1 Law Programs
LL.B. – 3 Years
B.A. LL.B. – 5 Years
B.Com. LL.B. – Duration not confirmed
LL.M. – 2 Years
Ph.D. Law – 3 Years
3.6.2 Education Programs
Bachelor of Education – 2 Years
Master of Education – 2 Years
Ph.D. Education – 3 Years
3.6.3 Physical Education Programs
Diploma in Physical Education – 2 Years
Bachelor of Physical Education – 2 Years
Master of Physical Education – 2 Years
Ph.D. Physical Education – 3 Years
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3.7 Diploma, Certificate and Skill Programs
3.7.1 Diploma and Certificate Programs
Diploma Program – Duration as notified
Certificate Program – Duration as notified
Skill Development Program – Duration not confirmed
Computer Skills Program – Duration not confirmed
Communication Skills Program – Duration not confirmed
Employability Skills Program – Duration not confirmed
3.7.2 Distance, Digital and Support Programs
Digital Library Support Program – Duration not confirmed
Online Learning Support Program – Duration not confirmed
Old Question Paper Access Support – Duration not confirmed
Student Login Support – Duration not confirmed
Staff Login Support – Duration not confirmed
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4. Colleges, Departments and Academic Units
4.1 Constituent and Professional Colleges
University College of Arts and Science
KRU College of Engineering and Technology
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research
Dr. MRAR PG Centre
KRU Campus College
Affiliated Colleges
4.2 University College of Arts and Science Areas
Arts
Humanities
Social Sciences
Sciences
Commerce
Management
Computer Science
Postgraduate teaching
Research support
Academic departments
4.3 KRU College of Engineering and Technology Areas
Computer Science and Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
B.Tech. Admissions through AP EAPCET
Lateral Entry Admissions
Engineering laboratories
Technical education
Engineering project work
Professional engineering training
4.4 College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research Areas
Pharmaceutical Sciences
B.Pharmacy
M.Pharmacy
Pharmacy research
Pharmaceutical laboratories
Drug formulation studies
Pharmaceutical analysis
Pharmacology research
4.5 Administrative and Academic Support Units
Vice-Chancellor Office
Rector Office
Registrar Office
Accounts Section
Establishment Section
Examination Section
Research and Development
Academic Audit Cell
College Development Council
Affiliated College Support
Digital Library
Old Question Papers Section
Staff Login
Student Login
Email Login for Affiliated Colleges
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5. Course Selection Guide
5.1 For Class 12 Arts Students
B.A. English – 3 Years
B.A. Telugu – 3 Years
B.A. History – 3 Years
B.A. Economics – 3 Years
B.A. Political Science – 3 Years
B.A. Public Administration – 3 Years
B.A. Honours English – 4 Years
B.A. Honours Economics – 4 Years
5.2 For Class 12 Science Students
B.Sc. Mathematics – 3 Years
B.Sc. Physics – 3 Years
B.Sc. Chemistry – 3 Years
B.Sc. Botany – 3 Years
B.Sc. Zoology – 3 Years
B.Sc. Computer Science – 3 Years
B.Sc. Biotechnology – 3 Years
B.Sc. Microbiology – 3 Years
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering – 4 Years
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering – 4 Years
Bachelor of Pharmacy – 4 Years
5.3 For Class 12 Commerce Students
B.Com. General – 3 Years
B.Com. Computer Applications – 3 Years
B.Com. Taxation – 3 Years
B.Com. Accounting and Finance – 3 Years
B.Com. Honours – 4 Years
Bachelor of Business Administration – 3 Years
Bachelor of Computer Applications – 3 Years
5.4 For Graduates Interested in Arts and Social Sciences
M.A. English – 2 Years
M.A. Telugu – 2 Years
M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication – 2 Years
M.A. Economics – 2 Years
M.A. History – 2 Years
M.A. Political Science – 2 Years
M.A. Public Administration – 2 Years
5.5 For Graduates Interested in Science
M.Sc. Applied Mathematics – 2 Years
M.Sc. Mathematics – 2 Years
M.Sc. Physics – 2 Years
M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry – 2 Years
M.Sc. Organic Chemistry – 2 Years
M.Sc. Botany – 2 Years
M.Sc. Zoology – 2 Years
M.Sc. Biotechnology – 2 Years
M.Sc. Computer Science – 2 Years
M.Sc. Microbiology – 2 Years
5.6 For Graduates Interested in Commerce, Management and IT
M.Com. – 2 Years
Master of Business Administration – 2 Years
Master of Computer Applications – 2 Years
Ph.D. Commerce – 3 Years
Ph.D. Management – 3 Years
Ph.D. Computer Science – 3 Years
5.7 For Students Interested in Professional Courses
B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering – 4 Years
B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering – 4 Years
Bachelor of Pharmacy – 4 Years
LL.B. – 3 Years
B.A. LL.B. – 5 Years
Bachelor of Education – 2 Years
Bachelor of Physical Education – 2 Years
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6. Admission Process
6.1 Admission Basis
Admission to Krishna University is based on entrance examination, merit, counselling, affiliated college rules, state-level admission rules and program-specific eligibility.
For B.Tech. programs at KRU College of Engineering and Technology, admission is through AP EAPCET and web counselling as per the Government of Andhra Pradesh and APSCHE norms.
For B.Tech. lateral entry, admission is as per the lateral entry norms approved by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
For pharmacy programs, admission may be through AP EAPCET / AP EAMCET, GPAT, AP PGECET or other applicable admission routes as notified.
For postgraduate arts, sciences, commerce, management and computer applications programs, admission may be through university admission notification, merit, entrance test or state-level counselling as applicable.
For affiliated college UG programs, admission may be conducted through the concerned college, state admission system or university rules as notified.
For Ph.D. programs, admission may include entrance test, interview, research eligibility, department-wise vacancies and research guide availability.
6.2 Admission Levels
UG admission after Class 12
UG admission through affiliated colleges
B.Tech. admission through AP EAPCET
B.Tech. lateral entry admission
B.Pharmacy admission
PG admission after graduation
MBA admission
MCA admission
M.Tech. admission
M.Pharmacy admission
Law admission
Education admission
Physical education admission
Research admission
Ph.D. admission
6.3 Admission Support
Krishna University provides admission-related information through its official website, constituent college websites, admission notifications, affiliated college details and examination section.
Students should check the official university website and the concerned constituent or affiliated college before applying.
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7. How to Apply
7.1 Application Steps
Visit the official Krishna University website.
Open the Admissions, Notifications or concerned constituent college section.
Select the required program such as UG, PG, B.Tech., Pharmacy, MBA, MCA, Law, Education or Ph.D.
Read the latest admission notification and eligibility rules.
Check whether the selected program requires AP EAPCET, AP ECET, AP PGECET, GPAT, university entrance test, merit-based admission or affiliated college admission.
Register through the official application or counselling portal when applications are open.
Fill personal, academic, category and contact details correctly.
Select program, college and specialization preferences.
Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the application or counselling fee through the official payment mode.
Submit the application before the last date.
Download and save the submitted application form.
Attend counselling, entrance test, interview or document verification as applicable.
Pay the admission fee after selection.
Confirm admission within the given deadline.
Contact the concerned college office for final reporting instructions.
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8. Eligibility Criteria
8.1 UG Degree Programs
Candidate should have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board.
Program-specific subject requirements should be checked from the university or affiliated college notification.
Science programs may require relevant science or mathematics background.
Commerce programs may require commerce, mathematics or equivalent eligibility as notified.
Four-year honours programs follow the latest undergraduate curriculum rules as notified.
8.2 B.Tech. Programs
Candidate should have passed Class 12 or equivalent with required science subjects.
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent subject combination may be required.
Admission is through AP EAPCET and web counselling as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms.
Branch-wise seat intake and reservation rules should be checked from the latest counselling notification.
8.3 B.Tech. Lateral Entry Programs
Candidate should have completed relevant diploma or equivalent qualification.
Admission is directly into the third semester as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms.
Branch mapping and seat availability should be verified before applying.
8.4 PG Programs
Candidate should have completed relevant graduation from a recognized university.
Program-specific subject background is required for M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., MBA, MCA and other PG programs.
Admission may be through entrance test, merit, counselling or affiliated college rules as notified.
Minimum marks and category relaxation should be checked from the latest notification.
8.5 Pharmacy Programs
For B.Pharmacy, candidate should have passed Class 12 or equivalent with required science subjects.
For M.Pharmacy, candidate should have completed B.Pharmacy or equivalent qualification.
Admission may be based on AP EAPCET, AP PGECET, GPAT or other applicable admission routes as notified.
8.6 Law, Education and Physical Education Programs
LL.B. requires graduation from a recognized university.
Integrated law programs require Class 12 or equivalent qualification.
B.Ed. requires graduation as per teacher education admission norms.
M.Ed. requires B.Ed. or equivalent qualification.
Physical education programs require eligibility as per program-specific norms and physical fitness rules where applicable.
8.7 Ph.D. Programs
Candidate should have completed relevant postgraduate degree from a recognized university.
Minimum marks, entrance test requirement and category relaxation should be checked from the latest Ph.D. notification.
Admission may include entrance test, interview and research proposal evaluation.
Department-wise vacancies and supervisor availability may vary every academic year.
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9. Fees Structure
9.1 Fee Payment
Students should pay the prescribed fee only through the official Krishna University payment system, state counselling portal or concerned college official payment mode as applicable.
Fee may vary according to program, college, branch, category, admission route, laboratory requirement, examination fee, hostel requirement and academic session.
9.2 Students Should Verify
Application fee
Entrance test fee
Counselling fee
Admission fee
Tuition fee
Semester or annual fee
Examination fee
Laboratory fee, if applicable
Library fee
Certificate fee
Hostel fee, if applicable
Affiliated college fee, if applicable
Scholarship eligibility
Fee reimbursement rules
Fee refund policy
Online payment receipt
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10. Admission Timeline
10.1 General Admission Flow
Admission notification release
Application form availability
Online registration
Entrance examination or counselling registration
Application submission
Entrance test or merit evaluation
Result or rank list publication
Counselling schedule
College or department allotment
Document verification
Fee payment
Admission confirmation
College reporting
Class commencement
10.2 B.Tech. Admission Flow
AP EAPCET notification
AP EAPCET application
AP EAPCET examination
Result publication
Web counselling registration
Choice filling
Seat allotment
Document verification
Fee payment
College reporting
10.3 B.Tech. Lateral Entry Admission Flow
Lateral entry admission notification
Application or counselling registration
Eligibility verification
Branch allotment
Document verification
Fee payment
Third semester admission confirmation
10.4 PG Admission Flow
PG admission notification
Application registration
Entrance test / merit / counselling process
Selection list
Document verification
Fee payment
Admission confirmation
10.5 Ph.D. Admission Flow
Ph.D. notification release
Online application
Entrance test or exemption verification
Research area selection
Interview
Department-wise selection list
Document verification
Fee payment
Research registration
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11. Entrance Exam Details
11.1 Entrance / Admission Tests
AP EAPCET for B.Tech. admission
AP ECET or lateral entry route for B.Tech. lateral entry, where applicable
AP PGECET for applicable PG technical programs, where applicable
GPAT for pharmacy PG route, where applicable
University entrance test for selected PG programs, if notified
State-level counselling for applicable professional programs
Merit-based admission for applicable UG and PG programs
Ph.D. entrance test, if notified
Interview for research programs, if applicable
11.2 Students Should Check
Program-wise entrance requirement
Eligibility criteria
Application dates
Application fee
Admit card
Exam pattern
Syllabus
Result date
Rank card
Counselling schedule
Seat allotment
Certificate verification date
Fee payment deadline
College reporting instructions
Admission confirmation deadline
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12. Syllabus & Curriculum
12.1 Academic Features
Krishna University follows an academic structure supported by university departments, constituent colleges, affiliated colleges, syllabus documents, academic regulations, digital library, old question papers and examination services.
Arts and humanities programs include language, literature, communication, history, economics, political science, public administration, journalism and social science learning.
Science programs include classroom learning, practical work, laboratory training, subject specialization, research orientation and project-based learning.
Commerce and management programs include accounting, finance, business studies, management principles, marketing, HR, economics, entrepreneurship and business analytics.
Engineering programs include core technical subjects, laboratories, programming, project work, practical training and professional engineering skills.
Pharmacy programs include pharmaceutical sciences, drug formulation, pharmacology, pharmaceutical analysis, practical training and research.
Ph.D. programs include research methodology, coursework, supervision, thesis work, publications and viva voce.
12.2 Students Should Verify
Semester-wise syllabus
Academic calendar
UG curriculum
PG curriculum
Professional program syllabus
Credit requirements
Core subjects
Elective subjects
Laboratory work
Project work
Internship requirement
Dissertation requirement
Thesis requirement
Internal assessment
End-semester examination
Practical examination
Attendance rules
Promotion rules
Revaluation rules
Research regulations
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13. Approval, Recognition & Accreditation
13.1 University Status
Krishna University is a public state university located at Rudravaram, Machilipatnam, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh.
The university operates through constituent colleges, professional colleges, academic departments and affiliated colleges.
Professional programs such as engineering and pharmacy follow applicable government, university and regulatory admission norms.
13.2 Recognition and Academic Compliance
Public State University
UGC framework
Andhra Pradesh state university governance framework
APSCHE admission and counselling framework for applicable programs
AP EAPCET route for B.Tech. admission
Academic Audit Cell
College Development Council
Research and Development Directorate
Examination Section
Affiliated college framework
Digital Library
Old Question Papers support
Student Login
Staff Login
Email login for affiliated colleges
Certificate-related grievance support
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14. Facilities & Student Support
14.1 Academic and Campus Facilities
University College of Arts and Science
KRU College of Engineering and Technology
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research
Dr. MRAR PG Centre
Digital Library
Old Question Papers
Student Login
Staff Login
Email Login for Affiliated Colleges
Academic Audit Cell
Research and Development Directorate
College Development Council
Examination Section
Laboratories
Departmental facilities
Affiliated college support
14.2 Student Life Facilities
Campus learning environment
Constituent college support
Student login services
Digital library services
Examination grievance support
Academic notifications
Results support
Certificate-related support
Scholarship and fee reimbursement guidance for applicable professional programs
Old question paper access
College-level student support
Departmental guidance
Academic counselling
Research guidance
Professional program support
14.3 Career, Placement and Academic Support
Engineering career support through KRU College of Engineering and Technology
Pharmacy academic support through College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research
PG academic support through University College of Arts and Science
Research and development support
Affiliated college academic support
Project work support
Laboratory-based learning
Higher studies guidance
Public sector exam preparation environment
Skill-based academic development
Professional course guidance
Departmental mentoring
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15. Student Login & Online Services
15.1 Important Online Services
Official Krishna University Website
Staff Login
Student Login
Affiliated Colleges
Digital Library
Old Question Papers
Email Login for Affiliated Colleges
University College of Arts and Science Website
KRU College of Engineering and Technology Website
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research Website
Admissions Section
Examination Notifications
Results
Certificate-Related Grievance Support
Academic Audit Cell
College Development Council
Research and Development
Contact Us
Google Map
University Song
IPR Section
Disclaimer Section
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16. Examination, Admit Card & Result Information
16.1 Students Should Track
Admission notification
Entrance exam notification, if applicable
AP EAPCET admit card, for B.Tech. admission if applicable
AP EAPCET result, for B.Tech. admission if applicable
Counselling schedule
Seat allotment
Document verification notice
Academic calendar
Internal assessment schedule
Semester examination timetable
Practical examination schedule
UG results
PG results
Professional course results
Certificate-related grievance notices
Revaluation notice
Supplementary examination notice
Old question papers
Certificate fee information
College reporting instructions
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17. Scholarship & Financial Support
17.1 Scholarship Support
Students should check the latest Krishna University notification, affiliated college notice, state government scholarship portal and counselling authority instructions for scholarship and fee reimbursement support.
For B.Tech. programs, scholarship and fee reimbursement details should be checked through official college support numbers and Government of Andhra Pradesh rules.
17.2 Possible Support Options
State government scholarship schemes
Fee reimbursement support, if applicable
SC / ST scholarship support, if applicable
BC / OBC scholarship support, if applicable
EWS support, if applicable
Minority scholarship support, if applicable
PwD scholarship support, if applicable
Merit-based scholarship, if notified
Research fellowship, if applicable
UGC fellowship support, if eligible
Education loan support through banks
Professional program scholarship support as notified
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18. Placement & Career Scope
18.1 Arts and Humanities Careers
Teacher after required qualification
Lecturer after NET / Ph.D. eligibility
Research assistant
Content writer
Translator
Journalism and media roles
Public administration roles
Civil services preparation
Social sector roles
Academic support roles
18.2 Science Careers
Laboratory assistant
Research assistant
Scientific project assistant
Data analyst trainee
Biotechnology roles
Microbiology roles
Chemistry laboratory roles
Physics research support
Environmental and life science roles
Higher studies and Ph.D.
18.3 Commerce and Management Careers
Accountant
Finance assistant
Banking sector roles
Management trainee
Business development executive
Marketing executive
HR executive
Taxation assistant
Public sector preparation
Entrepreneurship
18.4 Engineering and Technology Careers
Software developer
Systems engineer
Electronics engineer
Communication systems trainee
Technical support engineer
Data support role
Project engineer trainee
Government technical exams
Public sector opportunities
Higher studies in engineering
18.5 Pharmacy Careers
Pharmacist
Pharmaceutical research assistant
Quality control analyst
Drug formulation support
Pharmaceutical analysis roles
Pharmacology research support
Hospital pharmacy roles
Higher studies
Regulatory affairs support
Ph.D. pathway
18.6 Law, Education and Physical Education Careers
Legal practice after required qualification
Legal research
Teacher after required eligibility
Physical education teacher after required eligibility
Sports trainer
Education researcher
Academic administration
Government exams
Professional consultancy
Higher studies
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19. Career Path After Course
19.1 After UG Degree Programs
Postgraduate studies
Competitive exam preparation
Teacher training
Banking and government exams
Entry-level private sector jobs
Professional certifications
Skill development
Higher studies in specialized fields
19.2 After M.A.
Ph.D.
NET / SET preparation
Teaching preparation
Research assistantship
Civil services preparation
Academic writing
Journalism and media roles
Social sector roles
19.3 After M.Sc.
Ph.D.
Scientific research
Laboratory jobs
Data analysis roles
Teaching preparation
Research projects
Industry roles
Competitive exams
19.4 After B.Com. / M.Com.
MBA
CA / CMA / CS pathway
Banking preparation
Accounting jobs
Finance roles
Taxation roles
Ph.D. Commerce after postgraduate study
Government exams
19.5 After B.Tech.
M.Tech.
MBA
Software jobs
Electronics industry roles
GATE preparation
Government technical exams
Public sector preparation
Ph.D. after postgraduate study
19.6 After Pharmacy Programs
M.Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical industry roles
Hospital pharmacy
Quality control roles
Drug research
Regulatory affairs
GPAT preparation
Ph.D. after postgraduate study
19.7 After Ph.D.
University teaching
Research leadership
Postdoctoral research
Academic administration
Publications
Research consultancy
Government research roles
Policy and advisory roles
Higher education leadership
Specialist academic career
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20. Campus Life
20.1 Academic and Co-Curricular Environment
Classroom learning
Laboratory learning
Digital library access
Old question paper access
Department seminars
Research activities
Affiliated college activities
Professional college learning
Engineering practical work
Pharmacy laboratory work
Management activities
Science practical work
Student login support
Academic notifications
Examination support
Campus learning environment
Project work
Higher studies preparation
Public university exposure
Departmental mentoring
20.2 Student Development
Krishna University supports academic learning, research orientation, public university exposure, skill development, examination preparation, digital learning, professional education, affiliated college learning and higher education development.
Students can participate in seminars, laboratory work, project work, university examinations, affiliated college activities, professional course activities, research projects, digital library learning and department-level academic programs.
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21. Common Student Problems & Solutions
21.1 Confusion About Address
The user listing address mentions Andhra Jateeya Kalasala Campus, Rajupeta, Machilipatnam. The current official university address is Rudravaram, Machilipatnam-521004, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh.
21.2 Confusion About Constituent and Affiliated Colleges
Some programs are offered through university colleges, while many UG programs are available through affiliated colleges. Students should verify the exact college before applying.
21.3 Confusion About Engineering Admission
B.Tech. admission at KRU College of Engineering and Technology is through AP EAPCET and web counselling as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms.
21.4 Confusion About Lateral Entry
Lateral entry candidates are admitted directly into the third semester as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms.
21.5 Pharmacy Admission Confusion
Students should check the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research website and latest counselling notification for pharmacy admission rules.
21.6 PG Admission Confusion
Students should check the latest university notification for PG admission, entrance requirement, merit rules and counselling process.
21.7 Result and Certificate Issue
Use the official examination section numbers for certificate-related grievances, notifications, results and professional course updates.
21.8 Old Question Paper Need
Use the official Old Question Papers section available on the university website.
21.9 Student Login Issue
Use the official Student Login link available on the Krishna University website.
21.10 Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement Confusion
For professional programs, students should check government rules and official college support contacts for scholarship and fee reimbursement details.
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22. Documents Required for Admission
Downloaded application form / registration form
Entrance test admit card, if applicable
Entrance test scorecard / rank card, if applicable
AP EAPCET rank card, for B.Tech. admission if applicable
AP ECET rank card, for lateral entry admission if applicable
AP PGECET / GPAT scorecard, if applicable
Class 10 marksheet and certificate
Class 12 marksheet and certificate
Diploma certificate and marksheets, for lateral entry admission if applicable
Graduation marksheet and degree / provisional certificate, for PG admission
Postgraduation marksheet and degree / provisional certificate, for Ph.D. admission
Transfer Certificate
Migration Certificate, if applicable
Study Certificate
Conduct / Character Certificate
Category Certificate, if applicable
EWS Certificate, if applicable
OBC / BC Certificate, if applicable
SC / ST Certificate, if applicable
PwD Certificate, if applicable
Income Certificate, if required for scholarship
Valid ID proof
Passport-size photographs
Fee payment receipt
Seat allotment letter, if applicable
Counselling call letter, if applicable
Research proposal, for Ph.D. admission if required
Anti-ragging undertaking, if required
Hostel application form, if applicable
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23. Important Links
23.1 Suggested Important Link Labels for Website
Official Krishna University Website
Contact Us
Staff Login
Student Login
Affiliated Colleges
Digital Library
Old Question Papers
Email Login for Affiliated Colleges
University College of Arts and Science
KRU College of Engineering and Technology
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research
Dr. MRAR PG Centre
KRU Campus College
Admissions
Engineering Admissions
Pharmacy Admissions
Examination Notifications
Results
Certificate-Related Grievance Support
Research and Development
Academic Audit Cell
College Development Council
B.Tech. CSE Admission
B.Tech. ECE Admission
AP EAPCET Counselling
Student Fee / Scholarship Support
Old Question Papers All Streams
Digital Library Login
Google Map
Contact Numbers of Officers and Departments
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24. FAQs
24.1 What is Krishna University?
Krishna University is a public state university located in Machilipatnam, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh.
24.2 What is the popular name of Krishna University?
The popular name is KrU.
24.3 Where is Krishna University currently located?
The current official address is Krishna University, Rudravaram, Machilipatnam-521004, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India.
24.4 What is the user listing address?
The user listing address is Andhra Jateeya Kalasala Campus, Rajupeta, Machilipatnam, Krishna, Andhra Pradesh.
24.5 Does Krishna University have constituent colleges?
Yes, Krishna University has constituent and professional colleges such as University College of Arts and Science, KRU College of Engineering and Technology and College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.
24.6 Does Krishna University offer B.Tech.?
Yes, KRU College of Engineering and Technology offers B.Tech. programs such as Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering as notified.
24.7 What is the admission route for B.Tech. at Krishna University?
B.Tech. admission is through AP EAPCET and web counselling as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms.
24.8 Does Krishna University offer lateral entry in B.Tech.?
Yes, lateral entry candidates may be admitted directly into the third semester as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms.
24.9 Does Krishna University offer pharmacy programs?
Yes, Krishna University has the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.
24.10 Does Krishna University offer PG programs?
Yes, Krishna University offers PG programs in arts, sciences, commerce, management, computer applications and other areas through university and affiliated college systems.
24.11 Does Krishna University offer MBA?
Yes, MBA is offered under management-related programs as notified.
24.12 Does Krishna University offer MCA?
Yes, MCA is offered under computer applications-related programs as notified.
24.13 Does Krishna University offer Ph.D.?
Yes, Ph.D. programs may be offered in selected disciplines as notified by the university.
24.14 Does Krishna University have affiliated colleges?
Yes, Krishna University has affiliated colleges listed through the official university system.
24.15 Does Krishna University provide digital library access?
Yes, the official website provides a Digital Library link.
24.16 Does Krishna University provide old question papers?
Yes, the official website provides Old Question Papers for all streams.
24.17 What is the Vice-Chancellor phone number?
The Vice-Chancellor phone number listed on the official contact page is 08672-259201.
24.18 What is the Registrar phone number?
The Registrar phone number listed on the official contact page is 08672-259203.
24.19 What is the examination section number for certificate-related grievance?
The examination section number for certificate-related grievance is 08672-259212.
24.20 What is the examination section number for notifications and results?
The examination section number for notifications, results, UG, PG and professional programs is 08672-259213.
24.21 What is the official website of Krishna University?
The official website is www.kru.ac.in.
24.22 Is WhatsApp support available?
No general official WhatsApp number is confirmed.
24.23 Should students verify details before admission?
Yes, students should verify current program availability, eligibility, entrance test requirement, fee structure, counselling schedule, affiliated college details and required documents from the latest official admission notification before applying.
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25. Disclaimer
The information on this page is prepared for student guidance based on publicly available official information and admission-related details.
Admission rules, program availability, eligibility, entrance tests, counselling rules, seats, fee structure, scholarships, affiliated college details, examination schedules, professional college details, contact numbers and student support details may change from time to time.
Students and parents are advised to verify the latest information from the official Krishna University website, concerned constituent college, affiliated college, state counselling authority and latest admission notification before applying.
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