Gujarat Vidyapith is an educational institution founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920. Gujarat Vidyapith is a UGC recognized deemed University. The institution offers UG programs like B.A., B.Sc., B.Ed., BPES, B.P.Ed., and B.Lib.I.Sc. The PG programs include M.A., M.Ed., M.P.Ed., M.Lib.I.Sc., MSW, M.Sc., MCA, and MBA. Gujarat Vidyapith also offers courses like M.Phil, Ph.D., PGD, and Certificate programs.
Admission to programs at Gujarat Vidyapith is conducted directly through an application to the University. For undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs, admission is based on the university entrance tests CUET or GEETA. Most UG programs select candidates based on merit. However, for specialized programs such as B.Ed. in Hindi, students are required to take an admission test administered by the University. For PG programs like MCA and MBA, admission is determined through the University’s entrance test. Additionally, candidates applying for M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs must also participate in an entrance test.
Most of the UG programs are of three-year duration. The B.Ed. course is of two-year duration, and the B.P.Ed. & B.Lib.I.Sc. are of one-year duration. The PG programs are of two years duration except for MCA and M.Lib.I.Sc. The MCA program takes three years to complete, and the M.Lib.I.Sc. takes only one year to complete.
The admission process is primarily online and includes application submission, merit screening or entrance test (if applicable), and document verification. The application fee is usually between INR 500–600. Gujarat Vidyapith's fee structure is highly affordable, with UG and PG programs generally costing under INR 8,000 – INR 12,000 per year. Scholarships are available through central and state schemes, especially for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories.
Gujarat Vidyapith UG Admission 2025
Gujarat Vidyapith offers a variety of undergraduate programs, including Physical Education and Library & Information Sciences. The B.A., B.Sc., and BPES programs take three years to complete, while the B.Ed. Program takes two years to complete. The remaining courses take only one year to complete.
For the B.A., B.Sc., and BPES programs, the candidate must be a 10+2 graduate. For the rest of the programs, the candidates may be graduates of any discipline. It should also be noted that for the B.Sc. program, the candidates must be of the Science stream in 10+2.
For admission into the B.Ed. Hindi course (which is NCTE approved), the candidates must also appear for an admission test conducted by the University. After clearing the admission test, the qualified candidates may have to attend a personal interview before the final selection
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Ed. | English | Graduation with a minimum of 50% marks in any discipline. | Admission is through CUET or GEETA, and a physical fitness test is required for B.P.Ed. / M.P.Ed students, according to guidelines. |
| Mathematics | |||
| Computer Science | |||
| Sanskrit | |||
| Gujarati | |||
| Social Science | |||
| Hindi | |||
| Science | |||
| Home Science | |||
| B.A. | Hindi | 10+2 pass in any stream from a recognized board. | Selection based on CUET (UG) score or GEETA (the university’s own admission test) |
| History | |||
| Gujarati | |||
| Economics | |||
| Sociology | |||
| English | |||
| B.Sc. | Micro-Biology | Candidate must have passed 10+2 in the Science stream. | Selection based on CUET (UG) score or GEETA (the university’s own admission test) |
| Chemistry | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Physics | |||
| BPES | - | Candidates must have passed 10+2. | |
| B.P.Ed. | - | Graduation with a minimum of 50% marks. A physical fitness test is also required. | Admission is through CUET or GEETA, and a physical fitness test is required for B.P.Ed. / M.P.Ed students, according to guidelines. |
| B.Lib.I.Sc. | - |
The candidates who are selected will have to submit the required documents and fulfill other formalities. The candidates are also required to bring a copy of their filled-in and submitted admission form at the time of admission.
Note: Gujarat Vidyapith UG Seat Intake: 30 (Reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC/EWS as per the Govt. of India rules)
Gujarat Vidyapith PG Admission 2025
Gujarat Vidyapith PG programs include the usual programs like MA, M.Ed., MSW, and M.Sc. The institution also offers a postgraduate degree in Library Sciences and Physical Education. Most of the programs under the PG course take about two years to complete, while the M.Lib.I.Sc. takes only one year to complete.
Admission into the M.A. and MSW requires candidates to be a graduate of any discipline. Other courses require the candidates to be graduates of the same discipline. The candidate can find the application form on the Gujarat Vidyapith official website.
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.A. | Economics | Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks. | The candidate shall have to attend the Admission Test conducted by the University. Selection based on CUET (PG) score or GEETA |
| Gujarati | |||
| Yoga | |||
| Gandhian Studies | |||
| History | |||
| Sociology | |||
| Hindi | |||
| English | |||
| Human Resource Management | |||
| M.Ed. | - | Candidate must have passed B.Ed. | Selection based on CUET (PG) score or GEETA |
| M.P.Ed. | - | Candidate must have completed B.P.Ed. | |
| M.Lib.I.Sc. | - | Candidates must have passed B.Lib.I.Sc. | |
| MSW | - | Graduation in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks. | |
| M.Sc. | Micro-Biology | Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science subject with a minimum of 50% marks. | |
| Food Science And Nutrition |
Note: Gujarat Vidyapith PG Seat Intake: 30 (Reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC/EWS as per the Govt. of India rules)
Gujarat Vidyapith MBA and MCA Admission 2025
The MBA offered by the University has a specialization in Rural Management and takes about two years to complete. The candidate must be a graduate of any discipline with a minimum of 45% to be considered eligible.
The MCA program is a full-time three-year program. The candidate must be a graduate with at least 40% marks with Second Class with the first trial to be eligible.
For admission to both these programs, the candidates must attend an objective-type entrance test set by the University. The candidates who clear the test will have to appear for another round of group discussion and personal interview. Selection will be done strictly on the basis of merit.
| Course | Specialization | Seats | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | Rural Management | 42 | Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks. | Selection based on CUET (PG) score or GEETA. Candidates must clear a written objective-type test, followed by a group discussion and a personal interview. |
| MCA | - | 45 | Candidates must have completed a Master’s degree with at least 50% marks (usually 45% for reserved categories) |
Candidates who are selected by the institution after the personal interview will have to finish other formalities as required by the University. The candidates must refer to the University brochure and bring all the necessary documents. It should also be noted that the candidates may have to bring a copy of their submitted admission form at the time of admission.
Gujarat Vidyapith M.Phil & Ph.D. Admission 2025
Gujarat Vidyapith offers a three-semester course leading to M.Phil in 21 subjects and Ph.D. in the same courses except for Physics, Chemistry, Jainism, and Buddhism. The duration of these courses depends on the specialization one chooses, but normally the programs take 3-5 years to complete.
The admission to the Ph.D. program at Gujarat Vidyapith is conducted twice a year, typically in August and September. Out of the total seats available, 50% are reserved for candidates who have qualified national-level exams such as UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or CEED, and these applicants are directly called for the interview round without needing to appear for the entrance test.
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Phil | Sociology | Candidates must have a Master’s degree. | The candidate shall have to attend the Entrance Test conducted by the University. |
| Computer Science | |||
| Physical Education | |||
| Education | |||
| Population Studies | |||
| Rural Economics | |||
| Adult & Continuing Education | |||
| Anthropology | |||
| English | |||
| Gandhian Studies | |||
| Gujarati | |||
| Hindi | |||
| History | |||
| Journalism And Mass Communication | |||
| Library & Information Science | |||
| Microbiology | |||
| Non-Violence | |||
| Social Work | |||
| Yoga | |||
| Ph.D | Rural Management | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks OR 4-year Bachelor's degree with 75% marks. | 50% seats are reserved for NET/GATE/CEED qualified candidates: admission via NET score + interview or direct. Remaining via the university’s Ph.D. Entrance Test, followed by GDPI. |
| Micro-Biology | |||
| Computer Science | |||
| Economics | |||
| Social Work | |||
| Journalism & Mass Communication | |||
| Sociology | |||
| English | |||
| Hindi | |||
| Library & Information Science | |||
| Gujarati | |||
| Education | |||
| History | |||
| Physical Education | |||
| Gandhian Studies | |||
| Yoga |
Gujarat Vidyapith M.Phil & Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria 2025
To be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. program at Gujarat Vidyapith, a candidate must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade. Alternatively, candidates who have completed a 4-year undergraduate degree followed by a 1-year postgraduate degree with a minimum of 55% marks, or those who hold a 4-year undergraduate degree alone with at least 75% marks, are also eligible to apply. A relaxation of 5% marks is granted to candidates belonging to reserved categories such as SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, and PWD.
The selected candidates must come with the required documents, including a copy of their submitted admission form. The candidates appearing for the doctorate admissions must not forget to bring a copy of their preliminary proposal.
Gujarat Vidyapith M.Phil & Ph.D. Selection Criteria 2025
The remaining 50% of the seats are filled through the university-conducted entrance examination, which comprises two sections: Research Methodology (50 marks) and Subject-specific knowledge (50 marks).
To qualify for the entrance test, candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks (or 45% for reserved categories). The final selection is based on a composite score, with 70% weightage given to the entrance exam and 30% to the personal interview.
Gujarat Vidyapith Application Process 2025
All the courses under the University require the candidates to appear for the Admission Test conducted by the University for the University's course/program. Students can access the application form in the following steps:
- Log on to the university's official website.
- Click on the option ‘Admission’.
- Download the application form for your program of study.
- Fill in the details and submit the form.
Candidates must know that they can either directly submit the application form to the University or submit the form online. The applicants must take care to upload documents and/or pay the necessary fees, if any. Do refer to the University brochure and read the admission procedure for further information. For more details, please visit the Gujarat Vidyapith official website.

Gujarat Vidyapith Admission FAQs
Ques. How are Ph.D. admissions conducted at Gujarat Vidyapith?
Ans. Ph.D. admissions are held twice a year. 50% of seats are reserved for NET/GATE/CEED qualified candidates (direct interview), while the rest are filled through the university’s Ph.D. Entrance Test + GDPI. Minimum eligibility: Master’s degree with 55% marks or 4-year UG with 75%.
Ques. What is GEETA in Gujarat Vidyapith admissions?
Ans. GEETA (Gujarat Vidyapith Entrance Examination Test for Admission) is the university's internal entrance exam conducted for various UG and PG courses if the candidate has not appeared for CUET.
Ques. What courses are offered at Gujarat Vidyapith?
Ans. Gujarat Vidyapith offers a wide range of courses across UG, PG, and Ph.D. levels. Some popular programs include BA, B.Sc, B.Ed, B.P.Ed, MA, M.Sc, MSW, MCA, MBA (Rural Management), and Ph.D. in various disciplines.
Ques. What are the typical Gujarat Vidyapith fees?
Ans. Gujarat Vidyapith offers very affordable education. First-year fees range from INR 8,000 – INR 12,000 for UG/PG programs and INR 20,000 – INR 24,000 for Ph.D. programs. You can check the full Gujarat Vidyapith fee structure on the official portal.

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