Bharathiar University
Data last verified:
NIRF 2025 #76
| NIRF rank | #76 (2025) |
|---|---|
| Programs | 2 |
About Bharathiar University
Bharathiar University is a government university in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It is approved by UGC.
It offers 2 programs, including Mba (2). NAAC has accredited it with grade A++ (CGPA 3.63), valid until Mar 2028. In NIRF 2025 it ranked #76 in the Overall category.
Admission is through official counselling for TANCET. In TANCET 2025, General-category closing ranks ranged from 1,263 to 3,059.
Bharathiar University is a government university in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It is recognised by the UGC and holds a NAAC A++ grade valid till 29 March 2028. Its management programmes are the MBA courses, and admission is linked to TANCET cutoffs.
The university is listed under the Engineering and Management streams and offers two postgraduate programmes, both in Management: the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Business Administration (Self Supporting), each of 24 months.
For admission, the cutoffs available are for the MBA through TANCET in the TN-MBA counselling. In round 1 of 2025, the general category closing rank in the SL quota was 1263 for one listed seat group and 3059 for another12.
On recognition, the university has Section 2(f) and Section 12B status under the UGC and is classed as a state university. The NAAC accreditation carries a CGPA of 3.63, valid from 30 March 2023. In NIRF, it ranked 15 in the university category in 2022, 21 in 2023, 26 in 2024 and 46 in 20253456. It also appeared in the NIRF overall category at rank 24 in 2022 and rank 36 in 202378.
The campus is on Marudhamalai Main Road, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, pincode 641046.
Courses offered
| Program | Duration | Seats | Tuition (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 2 years | — | — |
| MBA (Self Supporting) | 2 years | — | — |
Courses and fees
Bharathiar University offers two postgraduate programmes in Management, both of 24 months duration. The first is the Master of Business Administration, and the second is the Master of Business Administration (Self Supporting).
The university is placed in the Engineering and Management streams, and it lists two programmes in total. If you are comparing the regular and self-supporting MBA, check the official admission notification for the fee details of each, since fee amounts should always be confirmed from the university's own prospectus before you apply.
Admission
Admission to the MBA at Bharathiar University is linked to the TANCET exam, and cutoffs from the TN-MBA counselling are available for it1. TANCET is the only exam with published cutoffs for this university.
The cutoffs cover several categories in the SL quota, including general, BC, BCM, MBC, SC, SCA and ST, in round 1 of 20252345678. You should compare your TANCET rank with these closing ranks for your own category to judge your chances.
To apply, follow the TN-MBA counselling process and check the official notification for dates, document requirements and seat matrix before registering.
Latest cutoffs
In TANCET 2025 round 1, the closing rank for MBA at Bharathiar University was 1,263 (General category, SL quota, gender-neutral seats).1 In TANCET 2025 round 1, the closing rank for MBA (Self Supporting) was 3,059 (General category, SL quota, gender-neutral seats).2
| Exam | Round | Program | Category | Opening | Closing | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TANCET 2025 | 1 | MBA | General · SL · gender-neutral | — | 1,263 | Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu – TN MBA/MCA Admissions (GCT Coimbatore) Verified |
| TANCET 2025 | 1 | MBA (Self Supporting) | General · SL · gender-neutral | — | 3,059 | Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu – TN MBA/MCA Admissions (GCT Coimbatore) Verified |
Cutoff trends
The cutoffs for the MBA at Bharathiar University come from TANCET through the TN-MBA counselling, round 1 of 2025, in the SL quota1. The closing ranks differ by category. In the general category, closing ranks of 1263 and 3059 appear for two seat groups23.
For reserved categories, the BC closing ranks are 2362 and 529245. For MBC, they are 2470 and 565867. For SC, they are 2786 and 482189. The SCA closing rank is 2746 and the ST closing rank is 45441011. For BCM, the closing ranks are 1730 and 41561213.
Only the 2025 round 1 figures are available, so you cannot see a year-on-year trend yet. Use these ranks as a guide and check later rounds on the official counselling site.
Placements
Bharathiar University has not published an official placement report that we could verify yet.
Colleges that take part in NIRF publish students placed, higher studies and median salary for the last three batches in their NIRF data on their own website. Ask the placement cell for the latest report by course, with the number of students placed and the median, not only the highest, package.
Rankings
Bharathiar University is ranked #76 in the NIRF 2025 overall ranking.1 Bharathiar University is ranked #46 in the NIRF 2025 university ranking.2 Bharathiar University is ranked #44 in the NIRF 2024 overall ranking.3
| Publisher | Category | Rank | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF 2025 | Overall | #76 | — | Ministry of Education – National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Verified |
| NIRF 2025 | University | #46 | — | Ministry of Education – National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Verified |
| NIRF 2024 | Overall | #44 | — | Ministry of Education – National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Verified |
Accreditation
Bharathiar University holds NAAC accreditation with grade A++, valid from 30 March 2023 to 29 March 2028.1
| Body | Grade | Valid | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAAC | A++ (3.63) | Mar 2023 – Mar 2028 | National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Verified |
Is this college genuine?
Bharathiar University is recognised by the UGC, and its approval status is valid. It holds Section 2(f) and Section 12B status under the UGC and is classed as a state university. NAAC has accredited it with an A++ grade and a CGPA of 3.63, valid from 30 March 2023 to 29 March 2028.
It does not appear on the UGC list of fake universities.
To verify these yourself, check the UGC website for the list of universities and its fake university list, and the NAAC website for the list of accredited institutions with valid accreditation. Compare the name and validity dates with what is stated here.
Contact and location
- Address
- Bharathiar University, Marudhamalai Main Road, Coimbatore,Coimbatore,Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu,641046
- PIN code
- 641046
- District
- Coimbatore
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Official website
- b-u.ac.in
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Government
- AISHE code
- U-0447
- UGC ID
- 208
How to reach
Bharathiar University is located on Marudhamalai Main Road in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, with pincode 641046. The district is Coimbatore. Use the full address, Bharathiar University, Marudhamalai Main Road, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641046, when booking a cab or searching on a map app.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bharathiar University?
Bharathiar University is a government university located on Marudhamalai Main Road in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, with the pincode 641046. Its AISHE code is U-0447. The UGC lists it as a state university.
Which courses can I study here according to the information available?
The programmes listed are the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Business Administration (Self Supporting), both postgraduate courses in Management with a duration of 24 months. The university is grouped under the Engineering and Management streams.
Is Bharathiar University recognised by the UGC?
Yes. The university is recognised by the UGC. It is also included under Section 2(f) and Section 12B of the UGC Act. You can confirm this on the UGC website in its list of universities.
What is the NAAC grade of Bharathiar University?
NAAC has awarded the university an A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.63. This accreditation is valid from 30 March 2023 to 29 March 2028. You can verify it on the NAAC website in the list of institutions with valid accreditation.
Is Bharathiar University on the UGC fake university list?
No. It does not appear on the UGC list of fake universities. Since fake-list entries can change, you should always cross-check the current list on the UGC website before taking admission.
How has Bharathiar University been ranked by NIRF?
Which entrance exam is used for MBA admission here?
The cutoff information refers to TANCET, with counselling through TN-MBA. The 2025 round 1 closing ranks for MBA are recorded under this exam and counselling process1. Check the official TANCET notification for current eligibility and dates.
What was the MBA closing rank for the general category in 2025?
What were the MBA closing ranks for reserved categories in 2025?
Where is the university located and how do I find it?
The university is at Marudhamalai Main Road, Coimbatore, in Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, pincode 641046. Use this address in a map application or the official contact details to plan your visit.