Overview
Rajarshi Janak University (RJU), established in 2017 by an Act of the Parliament, is a government-funded national university in Janakpur, Dhanusha, Nepal. RJU focuses on quality higher education while supporting the preservation of Mithila culture, and it offers a range of undergraduate programs in law, science and technology, management, humanities, education, and the arts.
2. General Information
| Name | Rajarshi Janak University (RJU) |
| Established | 2017 |
| Type | Public University |
| Location | Janakpur, Dhanusha, Nepal |
| Website | www.rju.edu.np |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Duration (Years) | Estimated Total Fee (NPR) |
| BA LLB | 5 | 200,000 – 300,000 |
| B.Sc. CSIT | 4 | 400,000 – 500,000 |
| BBA | 4 | 300,000 – 400,000 |
| Other Programs | Varies | 30,000 – 300,000 |
Note: Fees can change by academic year and by specific faculty/semester policies. For the latest updates, students usually need to check RJU’s official fee notification on the Rajarshi Janak University website.
4. Academic Programs
- Faculty of Law (BA LLB, LLM)
- Faculty of Science and Technology (B.Sc. CSIT, B.Sc. Physics)
- Faculty of Management (BBA, MBA, BBS)
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (BA, MA, MPhil)
- Faculty of Education (B.Ed., M.Ed.)
- Faculty of Arts (Maithili, Sanskrit, Nepali)
If you are comparing options across the country, you may also want to review programs at Kathmandu University and Tribhuvan University, since both institutions are commonly considered by students looking for broader undergraduate and postgraduate pathways in Nepal.
5. Facilities
- Modern classrooms with ICT facilities
- Well-equipped laboratories
- Central library with digital resources
- Computer labs with high-speed internet
- Sports complex and playground
- Auditorium and seminar halls
For students prioritizing technology-focused learning, RJU’s science and computer-related courses are supported by lab-based teaching and computer lab access. If you’re also exploring other research- and lab-oriented universities, check Purbanchal University for additional program comparisons in Nepal.
6. Accommodation
- University-managed hostels for boys and girls
- Private hostels and apartments nearby
- 24/7 security and CCTV surveillance
- Mess and canteen facilities
Accommodation availability and hostel rules can vary by intake year. When planning your stay in Janakpur, it helps to confirm the latest hostel allocation and mess timings via the university contact channels listed below.
7. Contact Information
- Email: info@rju.edu.np
- Phone: +977-041-520000, +977-041-520001
- Address: Janakpur-4, Dhanusha, Province No. 2, Nepal
- Admission Office: +977-041-520002
More Universities in Nepal
- Tribhuvan University
- Kathmandu University
- Purbanchal University
- Pokhara University
- Mid-Western University
- Far Western University
- Nepal Open University
- Lumbini Buddhist University
- Agriculture and Forestry University
- Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
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