Nagaland University Admission is entrance-based, with selection through national-level entrance examinations followed by university counselling. Candidates seeking admission to Nagaland University Courses must qualify for the CUET UG for UG programs, CUET PG for PG programs, and the UGC NET/JRF for PhD programs.
- Admission to the MA Political Science at NU Lumami is based on CUET PG scores, followed by counselling. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised university.
- The total fee for the MA program is INR 34,050
- Cutoff: Nagaland University CUET PG Cutoff 2025 closing score stood at 160 for MA English and 75 for MA Economics, reflecting higher competition in English.
- The university also follows an inclusive admission policy, offering up to 10% bonus weightage to students from affiliated colleges during merit list preparation.
NU Lumami Admission registration and counselling are through @nagalanduniversity.samarth.edu.in, where candidates must complete the application, merit selection, and seat confirmation processes.
Nagaland University Admission Dates 2026
The table below outlines the key entrance exam and counselling dates for Nagaland University.
CUET UG 2026 Dates
CUET PG 2026 Dates
Nagaland University Counselling Dates 2026
Here are the counselling dates for Nagaland University Admission:
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| PG Merit List Release and Counselling Start | 25 July - 05 August 2026 |
| PG Spot Round Admission | 10 - 15 August 2026 |
| UG Counselling | 15 - 25 August 2026 |
| UG Spot Round Admission | 28 August - 02 September 2026 |
| PhD Entrance / Interview and Counselling | August - September 2026 |
Nagaland University B.Sc Hons Admission 2026
Admission into B.Sc (Hons.) at Nagaland University, the basic eligibility criteria is must have passed 10+2 with 50% marks, and the selection to this course is on the basis of CUET UG exam scores.
| Course | Detail |
|---|---|
| B.Sc (Hons.) | Duration: 4 Years Specializations: Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics Seat Intake: 50 |
Nagaland University MA Admission 2026
Nagaland University offers an MA course in the field of Science, Commerce and Humanities at the PG level. Admission to the MA program at NU Lumami is based on CUET PG scores, followed by counselling. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised university.
| Course | Specialization |
|---|---|
| MA |
Duration: 2 Years |
Nagaland University CUET PG Cutoff
Tabulated below is the round-wise Nagaland University CUET PG Cutoff 2025 for various courses.
| Courses | Round 1(Closing marks) | Round 2 (Closing marks) |
|---|---|---|
| MA English | 160 | NA |
| MA Economics | 75 | NA |
| Botany | 89 | 55 |
Analysis: A key trend observed is that science and career-oriented programs tend to attract relatively higher demand, resulting in higher cutoffs, while some traditional humanities programs may have comparatively lower thresholds.
Nagaland University Application Process 2026
The application process at Nagaland University is CUET-based and online, followed by university-level counselling.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| CUET Registration | Apply for CUET UG/PG through the NTA official website |
| Course Selection | Select Nagaland University and the preferred course while filling the CUET form |
| Appear for the Exam | Take the CUET UG/PG examination |
| University Registration | After the CUET results, register on the Nagaland University admission portal |
| Application Form | Fill out the application form with personal and academic details |
| Document Upload | Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature |
| Application Fee | Pay the application fee of INR 300 online |
| Merit List | Merit list prepared based on CUET and eligibility. Up to 10% additional weightage for affiliated college students |
| Counselling | Participate in the counselling and seat allotment process |
| Final Admission | Complete document verification and fee payment |
Nagaland University Application Fee 2026
The CUET application fee is paid during exam registration and is separate from the Nagaland University counselling/registration fee, which is charged later during the admission process. Payment of both fees is mandatory to complete the Central University of Nagaland admission process.
CUET Application Fee For Nagaland University Admission - INR 1000 - INR 1400
NU Lumami Counselling Fee
| Particulars | Fee Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| CUHP Counselling / Registration Fee | INR 300 |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Nagaland University Admission FAQs
Ques. What are the requisite documents to be submitted at the time of admission to the PhD course at Nagaland University?
Ans. The following documents are required to be submitted at the time of Nagaland University admission
- Application Fee payment receipt
- Passport-sized photograph
- Academic documents
- SC/ST/OBC-Central and Non-Creamy/ Candidates from Jammu and Kashmir/PWD/EWS if available
Ques. What if I want to withdraw from a course at Nagaland University? Will the fee be refunded?
Ans. Nagaland University keeps a transparent system for the fees. If any student withdraws before the start of the course, the entire fees shall be refunded to the registrant with a maximum deduction of INR 1000. If withdrawal happens after classes start, the refund is partial or not applicable, depending on timing and university rules.
Ques. Can I get admission without CUET at Nagaland University?
Ans. Admission to most programs at Nagaland University is CUET-based, particularly for UG and PG courses, where selection is primarily determined by CUET scores.
However, a few short-term certificate and diploma programs may offer merit-based admission, where candidates are selected based on their qualifying examination marks (10+2 or graduation), depending on the course.
Overall, while CUET is mandatory for the majority of mainstream programs, limited non-CUET pathways exist for select courses at Nagaland University.
Ques. Does Nagaland University offer quota-based admission across all courses?
Ans. Yes, Nagaland University provides quota-based admission (such as sports and employee quotas) across various programs. However, these are not uniformly fixed for every course and are implemented at the department level.
The availability of such quotas depends on:
- The specific department and course
- The approved seat matrix
- University guidelines for that admission cycle
These quotas are considered during counselling and seat allotment and are part of the overall intake, not separate supernumerary seats.
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