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Rabindra Bharati University

#327 in India Admissions open
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Overview

Rabindra Bharati University is a public research university in Kolkata, India. It was founded on 8 May 1962, under the Rabindra Bharati Act of the Government of West Bengal in 1961, to mark the birth centenary of the poet Rabindranath Tagore. It is located at the Tagore family home, Jorasanko Thakur Bari. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Performing Arts and Visual Arts under the Faculty of Fine Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences and other subjects under the Faculty of Arts.

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Rabindra Bharati University at a glance

Where it stands

On IndiaScholar it is #327 of the ranked universities in India, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 2,536 times (h-index 22), according to OpenAlex.

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Questions about Rabindra Bharati University
Is Rabindra Bharati University a good university?
On IndiaScholar it is #327 of the ranked universities in India, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 2,536 times (h-index 22), according to OpenAlex.

Tuition fees & costs

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.

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Last updated 10 Oct 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.