Raichur University is a public state university located at Jnana Tunga Campus, Yeragera, Raichur District, Karnataka. It was established in 2020 by upgrading the Post-Graduate Centre of Gulbarga University into a full-fledged university to serve the higher education needs of the Hyderabad-Karnataka (Kalyana Karnataka) region. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and offers diverse undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, and Education.
The university is a co-educational, non-minority institution committed to inclusive and affordable education. With a focus on academic excellence and research, Raichur University provides modern facilities including a central library, laboratories, sports amenities, and an auditorium. Its establishment has helped strengthen opportunities for students in North Karnataka by offering quality higher education and research closer to their region.