MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix covers M.Sc and M.Pharma seats across six subject groups and seven state universities in Haryana, with an expected total intake of 1,500 to 2,500 seats for the 2026–27 academic year.
Maharshi Dayanand University Common Entrance Examination (MDUCEE) 2026 is a state-level entrance test conducted by MDU Rohtak for admission to postgraduate M.Sc and M.Pharma programmes at seven Haryana state universities. The six subject groups — Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Forensic Science, and Pharmaceutical Sciences — determine which university departments a student can apply for during counselling. The MDUCEE 2026 exam was held from June 10 to June 16, 2026, with counselling expected in July 2026.
- Seven participating universities: MDU Rohtak, Kurukshetra University, CRSU Jind, CBLU Bhiwani, CDLU Sirsa, IGU Meerpur, and BPSMV Khanpur Kalan.
- Six subject groups tested: Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Forensic Science, and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- Expected total seats: 1,500 to 2,500 across all programmes and all seven universities, based on 2025 trends.
- Haryana reservation norms apply: SC 20%, BC-A 16%, BC-B 11%, plus EWS and horizontal reservations for PwD and Ex-Servicemen.
- The official seat matrix will be published at mduadmission.samarth.edu.in before counselling opens.
| Direct Link to MDUCEE 2026 Admission Portal (Active) | mduadmission.samarth.edu.in |
MDUCEE 2026 Seat Matrix Overview
The MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix gives you a subject group-wise and university-wise breakdown of available M.Sc and M.Pharma seats before counselling begins. Unlike a single-institution exam, MDUCEE pools the postgraduate science seats of seven Haryana state universities under one common merit list per subject group. Based on 2025 data, the expected total intake is 1,500 to 2,500 seats. The seat matrix is released alongside the counselling schedule, typically in July, and is updated after each of the three counselling rounds.
| Subject Group | Programmes Covered | Expected Total Seats (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | M.Sc Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Zoology, Botany, Environmental Sciences | 400 to 550 |
| Mathematics | M.Sc Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics | 250 to 350 |
| Physics | M.Sc Physics, Electronics | 200 to 300 |
| Chemistry | M.Sc Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry | 200 to 300 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | M.Pharma — Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 150 to 250 |
| Forensic Science | M.Sc Forensic Science | 80 to 150 |
All seat figures are expected based on 2025 data. Exact counts will be published in the official MDUCEE 2026 prospectus on the admission portal.
Subject Group-Wise Seat Distribution in MDUCEE 2026
MDUCEE 2026 divides all programmes into six subject groups. Your merit rank is generated within your group only — a student who appeared in the Mathematics group test cannot claim seats in Life Sciences. Counselling choices are restricted to departments under your group. The expected group-wise seat breakdown based on 2025 trends is given below.
| Subject Group | Key M.Sc Specialisations | Duration | Eligibility | Expected Seats (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Zoology, Botany, Environmental Sciences | 2 years | BSc in relevant subject, min. 50% | 400 to 550 |
| Mathematics | Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics | 2 years | BSc with Mathematics, min. 50% | 250 to 350 |
| Physics | Physics, Electronics, Photonics | 2 years | BSc with Physics, min. 50% | 200 to 300 |
| Chemistry | Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry | 2 years | BSc with Chemistry, min. 50% | 200 to 300 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | M.Pharma — Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 2 years | B.Pharma, min. 55% | 150 to 250 |
| Forensic Science | M.Sc Forensic Science | 2 years | BSc with relevant subject, min. 50% | 80 to 150 |
For SC, BC-A, and BC-B students domiciled in Haryana, the minimum eligibility percentage is relaxed to 45% for M.Sc groups and 50% for M.Pharma, as per Haryana state norms.
MDUCEE 2026 University-Wise Seat Distribution
Seats in MDUCEE 2026 are distributed across seven state universities in Haryana. Each university offers seats in some or all subject groups depending on the departments it runs. MDU Rohtak, as the conducting university and the largest institution, holds the highest seat share. The expected university-wise seat distribution based on 2025 data is given below.
| University | Location | Expected Total Seats (2026) | Subject Groups Offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) | Rohtak | 400 to 500 | All six groups |
| Kurukshetra University (KUK) | Kurukshetra | 300 to 400 | Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Forensic Science |
| Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University (CRSU) | Jind | 150 to 250 | Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
| Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (CBLU) | Bhiwani | 150 to 250 | Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
| Chaudhary Devi Lal University (CDLU) | Sirsa | 100 to 200 | Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Indira Gandhi University (IGU) | Meerpur, Rewari | 100 to 200 | Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya (BPSMV) | Khanpur Kalan, Sonepat | 100 to 200 | Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
BPSMV is an exclusively women’s university — only female students are eligible for seats at BPSMV. Exact programme availability per university will be confirmed in the official MDUCEE 2026 prospectus.
M.Sc Subject-Wise Seats at MDU Rohtak
MDU Rohtak’s University Teaching Departments (UTDs) run the widest range of M.Sc and M.Pharma programmes among all MDUCEE 2026 participating universities. Below is the expected subject-wise seat distribution at MDU Rohtak based on 2025 data. These seats form part of the overall MDUCEE seat matrix and are filled through the common counselling process.
| Programme | Department | Subject Group | Expected Seats (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc Biotechnology | Biotechnology | Life Sciences | 25 to 40 |
| M.Sc Biochemistry | Biochemistry | Life Sciences | 20 to 30 |
| M.Sc Microbiology | Microbiology | Life Sciences | 20 to 30 |
| M.Sc Botany | Botany | Life Sciences | 25 to 40 |
| M.Sc Zoology | Zoology | Life Sciences | 25 to 40 |
| M.Sc Chemistry | Chemistry | Chemistry | 25 to 40 |
| M.Sc Physics | Physics | Physics | 25 to 40 |
| M.Sc Mathematics | Mathematics | Mathematics | 25 to 40 |
| M.Sc Statistics | Statistics | Mathematics | 20 to 30 |
| M.Sc Forensic Science | Forensic Science | Forensic Science | 20 to 30 |
| M.Pharma | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Pharmaceutical Sciences | 20 to 40 |
Category-Wise Seat Reservation in MDUCEE 2026
MDUCEE 2026 follows Haryana state government reservation norms uniformly across all seven participating universities. Category certificates must be issued by competent authorities in Haryana and must be valid at the time of counselling. Students from outside Haryana compete for seats in the general or open category only.
| Category | Reservation | Applicable To |
|---|---|---|
| General / Open (UR) | 50% | All students (merit-based) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) — Haryana | 20% | SC students domiciled in Haryana |
| Backward Class-A (BC-A) | 16% | BC-A students domiciled in Haryana |
| Backward Class-B (BC-B) | 11% | BC-B students domiciled in Haryana |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% | General category students with annual family income below Rs. 8 lakh |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 5% (horizontal) | Applied within each category |
| Ex-Servicemen / Defence (ESM) | As per Haryana norms (horizontal) | Wards of ex-servicemen from Haryana |
At BPSMV Khanpur Kalan, an additional restriction applies — all seats are exclusively for female students, as it is a women’s university participating in MDUCEE 2026 counselling.
How to Check MDUCEE 2026 Seat Matrix
The official MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix is published on the MDU admission portal before counselling begins. Review it carefully and note your preferred subject group seats before filling university preferences. Follow these steps.
- Visit the official MDU admission portal at mduadmission.samarth.edu.in.
- Click the MDUCEE 2026 or Postgraduate Admission 2026 link on the homepage.
- Navigate to the Seat Matrix or Prospectus section.
- Select your subject group — Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Forensic Science, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- The portal will display university-wise, programme-wise, and category-wise available seats for your group.
- Download the seat matrix PDF from the prospectus section for offline reference before filling your counselling preferences.
- After each counselling round, return to check the updated seat matrix — vacancies are listed for subsequent rounds so you can make better choices.
MDUCEE 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available through MDUCEE 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, MDUCEE 2026 is expected to offer approximately 1,500 to 2,500 seats in M.Sc and M.Pharma programmes across six subject groups and seven participating state universities in Haryana. The official seat count will be published in the MDUCEE 2026 prospectus on the MDU admission portal before counselling begins.
Ques. Which seven universities participate in MDUCEE 2026?
Ans. The seven Haryana state universities participating in MDUCEE 2026 are: Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) Rohtak, Kurukshetra University (KUK), Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University (CRSU) Jind, Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (CBLU) Bhiwani, Chaudhary Devi Lal University (CDLU) Sirsa, Indira Gandhi University (IGU) Meerpur, and Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya (BPSMV) Khanpur Kalan.
Ques. Which subject group has the most seats in MDUCEE 2026?
Ans. Life Sciences has the highest expected seat count in MDUCEE 2026, with 400 to 550 seats across all seven universities. This group covers M.Sc Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Zoology, Botany, and Environmental Sciences — the broadest set of specialisations among all six groups.
Ques. Can students from outside Haryana apply for MDUCEE 2026 seats?
Ans. Yes, students from outside Haryana can appear in MDUCEE 2026 and apply for seats. However, category-based reservations for SC, BC-A, BC-B, and EWS apply only to students with valid Haryana domicile certificates. Non-Haryana students compete in the general or open category only. BPSMV Khanpur Kalan admits only female students regardless of domicile.
Ques. When will the MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix be released?
Ans. The MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix is expected to be released in July 2026, along with the counselling schedule, on the official MDU admission portal at mduadmission.samarth.edu.in. Based on previous year patterns, it is published before the first of the three online counselling rounds.
Ques. How is the MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix updated during counselling?
Ans. The MDUCEE 2026 seat matrix is updated on the official portal after every counselling round to show seats filled and vacancies remaining. There are typically three counselling rounds. Students who do not secure a seat in round 1 can check updated vacancies in rounds 2 and 3 before making revised or upgraded preferences.
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