Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalayawas established under Jabalpur University Act on the 12th of June 1956. Since then the University has chartered an illustrious history of 65 golden years of academic achievements and intellectual leadership. It was envisaged by the decision makers that the spread of education especially higher education would lead to deeper socio – economic development. The achievements of the University has been recognized and documented by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council in 2014, when it awarded a high rating of “B”. We are striving for an even better rating in next accreditation.
The University covers a vast arena of disciplines and encompasses various faculties such as Science, Arts, Social Science, Commerce, Law, Management and Education. The various departments are continuously involved in teaching and research activities that are recognized both nationally and internationally. Apart from 24 well established teaching and research departments, the University also runs several sponsored centers like Academic Staff College, Community College, Women’s Study Center, Design Innovation Center, Career Guidance Counseling Training and Placement Cell, Remedial Coaching for SC/ST/OBC, Gandhi Shodh Peeth, Guru Nanak Devji Shodh Peeth, Bharatiya Gyan Shodh Peeth, Dr. Ambedkar Studies Center, Skill Development Center, Distance Education, and host of students’ and employees’ supporting facilities. The University has been identified as the only state University in Madhya Pradesh and one of the nine Universities nationally for implementation of the prestigious NUSSD programme.
The University has the proud privilege of having a host of luminaries from academic and public life. The founder Vice Chancellor Pt. Kunjilal Dubey has also been the speaker of Madhya Pradesh Vidhan Sabha. The present Vice Chancellor Prof. Kapil Deo Mishra also dons many feathers to his cap in academia and administration. The noteworthy contributions are new job-oriented and skill-based courses such as Bachelor of Vocation in Medical Lab Technology and Building Construction, Masters in Cyber Security, Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports, Diploma in Renewable Energy, Design Innovation are to name few, and several innovative programmes are in pipeline. The curriculum up-gradation is achieved by adopting Learning Outcome based-Choice Based Credit System in all the programmes of the University, and has made the University at par with the leading HEI’s within India and abroad.
The university is located in Saraswati Vihar, Pachpedi, Jabalpur (M.P.). Jabalpur Airport is the nearest airport to the university located 9.8 km away from the university. It will take around 14 minutes to reach RDVV Jabalpur from the airport. The nearest railway station is Jabalpur Railway Station located 3.9 km away from the station. Students can take a bus from Bus Stand Jabalpur located 4 km away from the university that would take approximately 9 minutes for students to reach RDVV Jabalpur.
Boys Hostel The university has a separate boys hostel named Devendra Boys Hostel which is located on the university campus. RDVV Jabalpur boys hostel has 100 rooms that can accommodate 120 students. RDVV Jabalpur boys hostel facilities include a reading room, punch machine (identity and movement monitor), solar panel of lighting and water, heating, computer, and printer.
Girls Hostel RDVV Jabalpur girls hostel named Kasturba Girls Hostel was established in 1963 with just a single student occupant. Currently, it has 80 rooms on two floors and offers facilities to meet the needs of students. RDVV Jabalpur girls hostel facilities include a wooden single bed, study table with bookshelf and chair; cupboard with lock and key, room fans, separate bath and toilet with sanitary fittings, dressing mirror with drawers, mattress with covers, and hot water supply, reading rooms, separate mess facility, facilities for indoor games, carom, table tennis, etc.
Gym The university has a well-equipped gymnasium. All the machines at the gym are modern for students to use.
Library The university library was established in the foundation year of RDVV Jabalpur. RDVV Jabalpur library spread over an area of 969.75 sq m. The central library is known as Pandit Dwarika Prasad Mishra Central Library. The library has a huge collection of study material such as books, reference books, Ph.D. thesis manuscripts etc. The study material has been arranged in separate reading rooms.
Sports Department of Physical Education of RDVV Jabalpur takes charge of all the sports events, activities, competitions etc. Students at the university are encouraged to participate in sports events. The university offers sports facilities for both outdoor and indoor sports. RDVV Jabalpur has playing fields, a gym, etc.
Cafeteria RDVV Jabalpur has a cafeteria that offers snacks, meals, beverages, etc at reasonable prices.
Auditorium RDVV Jabalpur auditorium is spacious and has modern facilities. All the university events are being organised in the auditorium.
Medical/Hospital The university has a medical centre with a resident doctor that takes care of outdoor patients. The medical centre has several beds for emergencies. RDVV Jabalpur students and faculty can avail the medical services free of cost. The university issues health cards to the students and faculty.
Wifi
IT Infrastructure Established in 1989-90, RDVV Jabalpur computer centre started with only 10 PCs under DOS. Presently, the lab has been upgraded now to Pentium-IV with networking and the latest and modern software. The university has a modern and robust IT infrastructure.
Moot Court The university has a moot court in the department of law. It helps students in knowing the proceedings of courts and the same can be practised by students in the courts.
Laboratories To help students in gaining practical experience and exposure, the university has laboratories.
Convenience Store
Parking Facility The university has a parking space that allows for free and convenient locomotion within the campus.
Guest Room The university has a spacious guest house to offer a comfortable stay for students and visiting faculty.