[11] The University of Burdwan was established on 15th June 1960, under the state university category of Government of West Bengal [12] with Sukumar Sen ICS, an esteemed Indian Civil Services officer and the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, as its inaugural Vice-Chancellor.

The university's foundation was significantly influenced by the abolition of the Zamindari system in the 1950s[13].Sir Uday Chand Mahtab Maharajadhiraja Bahadur, the last scion of the Burdwan Raj, exhibited extraordinary generosity by bequeathing almost the entirety of his ancestral estate to the state government.

This, combined with the visionary efforts of the then Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, paved the way for the establishment of this prestigious institution.

Notably, the University Institute of Technology (UIT), recently established under the university's direct control, has received approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), after the establishment of National Institute of Technology, Durgapur replacing the REC Durgapur.

Additionally, the university is home to an Adult Continuing Education Centre and an Academic Staff College.

Rajbati, the university's administrative centre, houses a museum and art gallery, showcasing artefacts that include pottery from prehistoric times.

With a strong sense of social responsibility, the university has actively supported the establishment of the Meghnad Saha Planetarium and a Science Centre.

The daily administration of the university is overseen by the Vice-Chancellor, who is appointed by the Governor based on the recommendations of the state government.

Through its affiliation, Burdwan University provides academic guidance, curriculum development, and examination services, ensuring that the quality of education remains consistent and rigorous across all its colleges.

This extensive network not only supports the educational needs of the region but also contributes significantly to the cultural and intellectual fabric of Radh Bengal.

Unlike in a large number of states, there is no domicile quota in BU (or for other engineering colleges admitting students through the WBJEE).

Also a candidate must pass a 100-mark written entrance test covering Research Methodology and their specific subject, with a minimum score of 50% required to qualify for the final viva voce.

It also has a rich selection of encyclopedias, dictionaries, handbooks, yearbooks, atlases, and directories, which readers can consult to answer their queries.

Equipped with a high-quality projection system and modern technologies, the Planetarium organises shows on the mysteries of the universe, the birth of stars, the motion of planets, aspects of lunar exploration, and other astrophysical phenomena.

[38] The Planetarium plays a crucial role in raising awareness about the dangers of environmental pollution and global warming.

[39] Museum also has collections of stone sculptures bronze figures, ancient coins, brass and alloy, painting of the Indo-European school, terracotta plaques, etc.