Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) is a central university of national importance for police, security, strategic and defence studies, established under the Ministry of Home Affairs (Government of India) in 2020. Located at Lavad, Gandhinagar, RRU offers a unique portfolio of UG programmes blending defence/security studies with conventional disciplines - BBA Internal Security, B.Tech Cyber Security, B.Sc Cyber Psychology, B.A. Police Science, BBA Strategic Defence. Admission is through RRU's own entrance test plus interview.
Marking Scheme:+1 for correct, no negative marking
Sections
General Awareness (with focus on Defence/Internal Security)
25 Questions•25 Marks
Logical & Analytical Reasoning
25 Questions•25 Marks
English Language
25 Questions•25 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude
25 Questions•25 Marks
Syllabus
General Awareness
Indian polity, defence & security affairs
Current events, history of internal security in India
Major paramilitary forces (CRPF, BSF, ITBP, NSG)
Reasoning
Series, analogies, blood relations, syllogisms
Puzzles, coding, direction sense
English
Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension
Quantitative Aptitude
Arithmetic, algebra, basic geometry, data interpretation
Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class 12 with minimum 50% aggregate (45% reserved)
For B.Tech Cyber Security: PCM stream required
For BBA/BA programmes: any stream eligible
No upper age limit
Important Dates
Application opens
March 2027 (tentative - confirm on official website)
Last date to apply
May 2027 (tentative)
Entrance exam
June 2027 (tentative)
Interview & admissions
June-July 2027 (tentative)
Application Process
Register on rru.ac.in admissions portal
Fill application, choose programme, upload documents
Pay application fee online
Download admit card before the exam
Take online CBT
Shortlisted candidates attend personal interview at RRU campus
Admission offer based on composite score
💡 Preparation Tips
Build strong defence/security GK - RRU's USP is this domain integration
Read about Indian paramilitary forces, intelligence agencies (IB, RAW), cyber security incidents
No negative marking - attempt all 100 questions
For interview, articulate why you want to study security/defence and your post-graduation career vision
❓ FAQs
Is RRU a defence training institute?
No. RRU is a CENTRAL UNIVERSITY that offers academic UG/PG degrees in security, defence, police and strategic studies. It does not train you to join the Army/Navy/IAF - for that you need NDA or other direct entries.
What kind of jobs do RRU graduates get?
Career paths include private security firms, corporate security roles, cyber security analyst positions, civil services preparation, research in strategic affairs, and academic careers. Some graduates also clear CAPF/State Police exams.
Is RRU recognised by UGC?
Yes. RRU is a central university established by an Act of Parliament (Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020), with degree-granting authority under UGC.