BU Bhopal Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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BU Bhopal offers UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, etc.

  • Admission to UG and PG programs is based on merit in the qualifying exam or scores of National-level entrance exams
  • Entrance exams accepted are CUET UG, JEE Main, CUET PG, CMAT, CAT, MPMET, GATE, etc.
  • Ph.D. admissions at BU Bhopal are based on the Ph.D. entrance exam conducted by the university or have a valid score in UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, or GATE.
  • An Interview conducted is conducted by the University for PhD selections.

BU Bhopal PhD Admission 2025 is open till Nov 7, 2025.

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BU Bhopal Important Dates 2026

Here is a table with the important dates of BU Bhopal:

CUET UG Exam Dates

Events Date
CUET UG 2026 Registration Date Jan 03 - Feb 04, 2026
CUET UG Registration Date (Re-Open) Feb 23 - Feb 26, 2026
CUET UG Admit Card Release Date May 05, 2026
CUET UG New Exam Date 2 (28 May 2026 Exam) May 06 - Jun 07, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Exam Date May 11 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG New Exam Date 1 (28 May 2026 Exam) May 31, 2026
CUET UG Answer Key Released Date Jun 09, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Result Date Jun 23, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Result Date Jul 04, 2026

CUET PG Exam Dates

Events Date
CUET PG 2026 Registration Date Dec 14, 2025 - Jan 25, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Exam Date Mar 06 - Mar 27, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Admit Card Release Date Mar 06 - Mar 10, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Result Date (Out) Apr 24, 2026

JEE Main Exam Dates

Events Date
JEE Main 2026 session 1 Exam Date Jan 21 - Jan 28, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Date Feb 16, 2026
JEE Main 2026 session 2 Registration Date (Reopen) Mar 12 - Mar 13, 2026
JEE Main 2026 session 2 Exam Date (Rescheduled) Apr 02 - Apr 08, 2026
JEE Main 2026 session 2 Result Date (Out) Apr 20, 2026

MP DTE Counselling Dates

Events Date
MP DTE B.Tech Registration Date Jun 02 - Jun 24, 2026
Merit Based (10+2) Registration Date Jun 02 - Jul 18, 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling & Locking Date Jun 07 - Jun 28, 2026
Round 1 Merit List Release Date Jun 29, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Date Jul 03 - Jul 07, 2026
Round 2 Registration Date Jul 11 - Jul 18, 2026
Round 2 Choice Filling Date Jul 16 - Jul 22, 2026
Merit Based (10+2) Choice Filling Date Jul 16 - Jul 22, 2026
Merit Based (10+2) Merit List Release Date Jul 23, 2026
Round 2 Merit List Release Date Jul 23, 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment Date Jul 27 - Jul 30, 2026
Merit Based (10+2) Seat Allotment Date Jul 27 - Jul 30, 2026

BU Bhopal Admission Process

BU Bhopal offers admissions once a yearbetween May and September. Various UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs are offered in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, etc.

  • Admission are based on merit in the qualifying exam or scores of National-level entrance exams such as CUET UG and JEE Main, CUET PG, CMAT, CAT, MPMET, GATE, etc.

  • PhD admissions are based on the Ph.D. entrance exam conducted by the university or UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, or GATE, followed by an Interview conducted by the University.

Below is the complete process of BU Bhopal Admissions:

  1. Candidates need to fill out the UTD/CUET/Non-CUET admission form for the relevant academic year through the University’s official website @bubhopal.mponline.gov.in.

  2. Then they need to obtain an e-eligibility certificate, which is downloadable from the portal after meeting the eligibility criteria prescribed according to the course opted for.

  3. Applicants are then required to pay the admission fee online through the University’s online portal.

  4. Students then need to attend the respective entrance examinations for the selected course.

  5. After the successful application and fee payment, students can download their admit card.

  6. After their selection, students need to report to their respective department and submit the required documents for verification.

BU Bhopal Documents Required for Admission

Below is the list of documents required for admission at BU Bhopal:

BU Bhopal Documents Required

BU Bhopal Courses

BU Bhopal offers UG programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, etc at UG and PG level.

  • Admission to UG programs is based on merit in the qualifying exam or scores of National-level entrance exams such as CUET, and JEE Main.

  • Admission to PG programs is based on merit in the qualifying exam or scores of National-level entrance exams such as CUET, CMAT, CAT, MPMET, GATE, etc.

Following are the eligibility and selection criteria for Barkatullah University admission:

Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BBA Candidates are required to score a minimum of 33% to 50% in 10+2 Merit-Based
BA Candidates are required to score a minimum of 33% to 50% in 10+2 CUET UG
B.Com Candidates are required to score a minimum of 33% to 50% in 10+2 Merit-Based
BCA Candidates are required to score a minimum of 45% to 50% in 10+2 CUET UG
BE Candidates are required to score a minimum of 45% in 10+2 JEE Main
BA LLB Candidates are required to score a minimum of 45% in 10+2 CUET UG
B.Tech + M.Tech Candidates are required to score a minimum of 50% in 10+2 JEE Main
MBA / PGDM Candidates are required to score a minimum of 45% to 50% in graduation CMAT, CAT, MPMET, etc
M.Sc Candidates are required to score a minimum of 45% to 55% in graduation CUET PG
MA Candidates are required to score a minimum of 50% in graduation CUET PG
LLM Candidates are required to score a minimum of 33% to 50% in graduation CUET PG
M.Com Candidates are required to score a minimum of 50% in graduation Merit-Based
MCA Candidates are required to score a minimum of 50% in graduation CUET PG
M.Tech Candidates are required to score a minimum of 50% in graduation GATE
M.Pharma Candidates are required to score a minimum of 55% in graduation Merit-Based

BU Bhopal PhD Admission

BU Bhopal offers Ph.D. in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, engineering, etc.

  • Ph.D. admissions are based on the Ph.D. entrance exam conducted by the university or have a valid score in UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, or GATE followed by an Interview conducted by the University.

  • Candidates who have a valid score in UGC-NET/JRF, and CSIR-NET/JRF are exempted from the entrance exam conducted by the University, however, they will be required to appear for the Interview conducted by the University.

Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
PhD Candidates are required to score a minimum of 55% in postgraduation Based on the Entrance Exam and Interview conducted by the University

BU Bhopal Cutoff

BU Bhopal, MP Counselling Cutoff 2025 for the General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff rank for MP Counselling is 672. The second round of cutoff stood at 543.

Course Round 1 (Counselling) Round 2 (Counselling)
MBA Banking 672 543
MBA Finance 672 543
MBA Human Resource Management 672 543
MBA Information Technology 672 543
MBA International Business 672 543

BU Bhopal Admission FAQs

Ques. How does the admission process differ at BU Bhopal for courses under University Teaching departments vs Affiliated Colleges?

Ans. University Teaching Departments (UTDs) handle admissions internally through the BU Bhopal's official admission portal, while the affiliated colleges follow BU Bhopal’s guidelines for admissions but they allocate seats at the institution level. The overall details such as academic calendar, eligibility rules, and merit lists are handled by BU Bhopal, while the document verification and fee collection might be done as per the individual institution.

Ques. Why does the counseling process and merit list publication get delayed at BU Bhopal?

Ans. Delays in the counseling process and merit list publication usually occur when the University is awaiting results of the qualifying entrance examination. Delays can also occur when affiliated colleges delay data submission, or technical errors block the official website. In such cases, BU Bhopal pre informs and notifies the updated dates through its official website.

Ques. Can students apply for admission if they miss the first counselling round?

Ans. Yes, students can still apply for admissions at BU Bhopal, even after missing the first counseling round. Students can apply for the spot admission or subsequent counseling rounds. Seats are allotted if there is availability. Subsequent counseling rounds are common in UG & PG courses. Candidates must be regularly updated with the official website in such cases.

Ques. Can students apply for multiple programs at BU Bhopal or its affiliated colleges?

Ans. Yes, students can apply for more than one course at BU Bhopal simultaneously, considering the following factors:

  • Students will have to submit separate application forms and separate admission fee.
  • Students will have to verify their documents individually for each course.
  • The schedules of those courses must not overlap with each other.

BU Bhopal Admissions: Students' Opinion

  • BCom

AI-Generated Summary based on 253 Reviews

Admission to the Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) program at Barkatullah University requires candidates to have completed their 12th standard from a recognized board. A minimum of 60% in the 12th standard is compulsory. The admission process is straightforward, and applications must be submitted through the MP Online portal. The application fee is INR 1200, followed by an additional fee of INR 400 in the second installment. While appearing for the CUET is mentioned, it does not appear to be mandatory for final admission selection.

General admission is primarily merit-based, and scholarships are available through NSP or directly via the university, particularly benefiting SC, ST, and OBC students due to reservation policies. The annual course fee is INR 25,000. The university's official website provides all relevant details about the admission process, and selected students must complete registration and submit necessary documents to secure their seats.

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BU Bhopal Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [B.Pharm]
Ongoing
Aug 05, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Commerce)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Science)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Education)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [MMC]
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Arts)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Oct 15, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Agriculture)
Tentative
Oct 15, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [B.Pharm]
Ongoing
Aug 05, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Oct 15, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Agriculture)
Tentative
Oct 15, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
Admission Timeline [MMC]
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Science)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Education)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Commerce)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Arts)
Ongoing
Sep 08, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [BBA/BBM]
Jun 22, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026
Admission Timeline [MBA/PGDM]
Jun 16, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026
Admission Timeline [MCA]
Jun 16, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026

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aparna das
Apr 20, 2024 09:44
How do I register for Non-CUET courses of Barkatullah University?
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Ashish Ramtari
Apr 20, 2024 11:22

You need to visit the Barkatullah University Official website. There you will find UG Registration Link for admission. Click on it and fill the application form for starting the admission process of Non CUET courses.

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ranjana saheriya
Dec 20, 2023 20:00
Admission
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Sweta Kumari
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