Berhampur University is one of the prominent universities in Orissa. It has been accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a rating of B+. The university was incepted in 1967 with the mission to provide the benefits of higher education to the people of south Orissa, to foster socio-economic growth of the region and to study, preserve and enrich the culture of South Orissa. The university has completed 37 years and has carved for itself a place of pride in the academic map of the country. University of Berhampur is a permanent member of the Inter University Board of India and Sri Lanka as well as that of the Association of Common Wealth University of London.
Educational Streams
The university has achieved great distinction in the academic world due to the qualitative and quantitative production of M Phil, PhD, D Litt and D Sc degrees. BU Orissa presents M Sc in Biotechnology / Bioinformatics, PG Diploma in Disaster Management, M Tech in Computer Science, Master in Business Economics and M Tech in Electronic Information Systems. The Harihara Mardaraj Distance Education Center at BU Orissa works with the motto of providing education at the door step of the students and presents opportunities to join under graduate, post graduate and professional courses extensively. The university has the record of holding seminars and conferences every year apart from organizing weekly seminars in the departments. Several UGC sponsored Refresher Courses/Orientation Programmes/Summer Institutes are conducted in the university for the benefit of the university and college teachers.
Facilities
Learners at Berhampur University can avail of the RP Padhi Library that comprises a large volume of books and journals on diverse areas. Subscription facility is available for news paper and journals. Computer center, Cultural Club, Athletic Club, shopping complex and Health center are other facilities at BU Orissa.
History
Berhampur University was established in 1967, inaugurated by Dr AN Khosla, the then Governor of Orissa and the first Chancellor of the University. The University was shifted to its present site known as Bhanja Bihar, named after the celebrated poet of Orissa Kabisamrat Upendra Bhanja. The university is known as a symbol of glory and prosperity for the people of South Orissa.
Faculties/Departments:
Faculty of Science
Computer Science
Marine Science
Physics
Chemistry
Botany
Zoology
Mathematics
Electronics
Faculty of Arts
Political Science
Industrial Relations and Personal Mgmt
History
Economics
Home Science
Oriya
English
Mass Communication
Linguistics
Faculty of Business
Commerce
Business Administration
Faculty of Law
Law
Berhampur University has published the schedule of +3 Final Year Exam scheduled to be held in February 2011. 
