BRABU

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University (BRABU), also known as B.R. Ambedkar Bihar University, is a prominent state university located in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Established in 1960, BRABU is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

Academic Programs

BRABU offers a wide array of academic programs across various disciplines:

• Undergraduate Courses: B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BBA, BCA, and more.

• Postgraduate Courses: M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., MBA, MCA, etc.

• Doctoral Programs: Ph.D. in multiple disciplines.

• Vocational and Professional Courses: PGDCA, CIC, and others.

The university follows a semester system and collaborates with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to offer vocational programs. 

Campus and Facilities

Spanning over 1,050 acres, the BRABU campus is equipped with:

• Modern classrooms and laboratories.

• A central library housing over 1.5 lakh books and periodicals.

• Computer centers with internet connectivity.

• Separate hostels for boys and girls accommodating over 2,000 students.

• Sports facilities and auditoriums.

The university also emphasizes environmental sustainability through various initiatives.

Research and Development

BRABU is committed to promoting research and innovation. It has established dedicated research centers, including:

• Centre for Environmental Science.

• Centre for Women's Studies.

• Centre for Bioinformatics.

These centers facilitate interdisciplinary research and provide support to scholars

Affiliated and Constituent Colleges

The university's jurisdiction covers six districts in Bihar: Muzaffarpur, Vaishali, Saran, Sheohar, East Champaran, and Sitamarhi. It encompasses:

• 38 constituent colleges.

• 40 affiliated colleges.

Notable among them is Langat Singh College in Muzaffarpur, established in 1899 and known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture.

Placement and Scholarships

BRABU facilitates campus placements with reputed organizations like TCS, Wipro, Infosys, and ICICI Bank. In the 2021-22 placement season:

• UG Students: Median salary of ₹5.94 LPA.

• PG Students: Median salary of ₹6.75 LPA.

While the university doesn't offer direct financial assistance, students are encouraged to apply for various state and central government scholarships, including UGC, ICSSR, and Rajiv Gandhi scholarships.

Student Life

BRABU fosters a vibrant campus life with numerous extracurricular activities:

• Cultural events and festivals.

• Debates and literary competitions.

• Sports tournaments.

• Workshops and seminars.

These activities aim to promote holistic development and uphold the values of inclusivity and social justice inspired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.