MDUCEE 2026 EWS students who scored between 45 and 62 out of 100 marks stand a strong chance of securing admission based on 2025 cutoff trends, with the official EWS merit list expected around June 26, 2026.
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak conducts MDUCEE for admission to M.Sc and M.Pharm programs across seven universities in Haryana. The 2026 exam was held from June 10 to 16 in pen-and-paper mode. With 10% of all seats reserved for EWS students, MDU will publish a separate EWS merit list after the result declaration. The EWS cutoff consistently runs 8–12 marks below the General category closing score, making it a critical benchmark for students from economically weaker backgrounds who appeared in this cycle.
- MDUCEE 2026 total marks: 100 (100 MCQs, 1 mark each, no negative marking)
- EWS expected qualifying score: 45–62 marks based on 2025 trends
- EWS expected closing rank: 20–120 on the EWS merit list, varies by course
- Income ceiling for EWS certificate: ₹8 lakh per annum from all sources
- EWS seats: 10% of total sanctioned intake per course
- Result and EWS merit list expected: June 26, 2026
| Direct Link to MDUCEE 2026 Result / EWS Merit List (Active after June 26, 2026) mduadmission.samarth.edu.in |
MDUCEE 2026 EWS Expected Cutoff: Course-Wise Marks
The table below lists expected MDUCEE 2026 cutoff marks for EWS students across major M.Sc and M.Pharm subject groups. These ranges are projected from 2025 result patterns and typical applicant volumes per group.
| Course / Subject Group | Expected EWS Cutoff (out of 100) | Expected EWS Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| M.Sc Life Sciences | 50–58 | 40–90 |
| M.Sc Physics | 46–54 | 30–70 |
| M.Sc Chemistry | 44–52 | 30–75 |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 47–55 | 35–80 |
| M.Sc Forensic Science | 52–60 | 20–55 |
| M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Sciences) | 53–62 | 15–50 |
All figures above are expected estimates based on 2025 trends. Higher competition in Forensic Science and M.Pharm may push the EWS cutoff slightly above the indicated range in 2026. Official scores will be confirmed with the merit list release.
Category-Wise Cutoff Comparison
MDU publishes separate merit lists for all reservation categories. The table below compares expected closing score ranges across major categories for MDUCEE 2026, helping you identify where EWS stands relative to other lists.
| Category | Expected Closing Score Range (out of 100) | Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 57–72 | No reservation |
| EWS | 45–62 | 10% |
| BC-A / BC-B (OBC, Haryana) | 42–58 | 27% (combined) |
| SC (Haryana) | 30–48 | 20% |
| PH / Divyangjan | 28–45 | 3% |
The EWS closing score is typically 8–12 marks below the General category closing mark for the same course. If you scored between 45 and 62, assess your position against the EWS merit list rather than the General list when the result is published.
Previous Year MDUCEE Cutoff Trends
MDU publishes result PDFs with group-wise scores but does not always consolidate category cutoffs in a single public document. Based on available result data from 2023 to 2025, the table below reflects approximate EWS and General closing ranges across M.Sc programs.
| Year | General Closing — M.Sc (avg.) | EWS Closing — M.Sc (avg.) | SC Closing — M.Sc (avg.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58–70 | 48–60 | 32–46 |
| 2024 | 55–68 | 45–58 | 30–44 |
| 2023 | 53–65 | 43–56 | 28–42 |
The trend shows a gradual upward movement of 2–4 marks per year across all categories, driven by a growing applicant pool following increased awareness of MDUCEE across Haryana. EWS students at the upper end of the expected range have a significantly higher probability of securing their preferred course.
EWS Category: Who Qualifies?
To claim EWS reservation in MDUCEE 2026 admissions, you must hold a valid EWS certificate and meet all of the following government-mandated conditions at the time of document verification:
- Annual family income from all sources must be below ₹8 lakh — this includes salary, agriculture, business, and profession
- Your family must not own agricultural land totalling 5 acres or more
- Residential plot ownership must be below 1,000 sq ft in notified municipalities or towns
- You must not belong to any caste covered under SC, ST, or OBC (non-creamy layer) reservation
- A valid EWS certificate issued by the SDM, Tehsildar, or District Magistrate of your home district is mandatory at MDU document verification
- Certificates from a previous financial year may be rejected — renew your EWS certificate before the document verification round if it is more than one year old
Factors Affecting MDUCEE 2026 EWS Cutoff
The official EWS cutoff released after June 26 may differ from expected ranges due to the following variables:
- Total EWS applicants: A larger EWS pool competing for the fixed 10% seats pushes the closing mark upward; a drop in applicants lowers it
- Paper difficulty in 2026: If the June 10–16 paper was harder than the 2025 edition, overall scores fall and the EWS closing mark drops accordingly
- Seats per course: MDU may revise intake for individual M.Sc subjects — fewer seats tighten the cutoff for all categories including EWS
- Tie-breaking rules: When two EWS students have identical scores, the tiebreaker (age, qualifying exam percentage, or alphabetical order) decides the final merit position and can shift who just makes the list
- Certificate rejections at verification: EWS certificates rejected during document verification free up seats for next-ranked students, effectively raising the qualifying threshold for remaining applicants
MDUCEE 2026 EWS Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected MDUCEE 2026 cutoff for EWS students?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, EWS students are expected to qualify with scores between 45 and 62 out of 100, varying by course. Official cutoffs will be confirmed when the result is released around June 26, 2026 at mduadmission.samarth.edu.in.
Ques. How many total marks does MDUCEE carry?
Ans. MDUCEE is a 100-mark exam consisting of 100 MCQs with 1 mark each and no negative marking. Every question should be attempted since there is no penalty for a wrong answer.
Ques. Is there a separate EWS merit list for MDUCEE 2026?
Ans. Yes. MDU publishes category-wise merit lists after the result. EWS students are ranked on a separate EWS merit list that fills 10% of total sanctioned seats in each course across participating Haryana universities.
Ques. What income limit applies for the MDUCEE 2026 EWS certificate?
Ans. Your family’s annual income from all sources must be below ₹8 lakh to qualify for the EWS category. This includes income from salary, agriculture, business, and any other source combined.
Ques. Can a student with 45 marks get into MDU under EWS?
Ans. Based on expected trends, 45 marks may be sufficient for less competitive M.Sc subjects such as Chemistry or Physics under EWS in 2026. For high-demand programs like M.Pharm or M.Sc Forensic Science, a score closer to 52–62 is recommended for a stronger chance of admission.
Ques. When will the official MDUCEE 2026 EWS cutoff be released?
Ans. The official EWS merit list and cutoff will be available on the MDU admission portal at mduadmission.samarth.edu.in after the result declaration, which is expected around June 26, 2026. You can download the category-wise merit list directly from there.
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