Is CUET UG mandatory for BBAU UG admission 2026?

Yes. All UG programmes at BBAU Lucknow admit students based on CUET UG 2026 scores. The only exception is B.Tech, where 50% of seats are filled through JEE Main merit and the remaining 50% through CUET UG merit. There is no other route or direct merit-based admission.

How does BBAUs 50% SC/ST reservation actually work?

BBAU reserves 50% of all seats in every programme, including PhD and research programmes, for SC and ST candidates. The split is 2:1, meaning two seats go to SC for every one seat allocated to ST. This reservation is mandated by the BBAU University Act, not just general government policy, making it unique among central universities.

Do I need to register on the BBAU portal separately after appearing in CUET?

Yes. Appearing in CUET UG or CUET PG alone does not register you for BBAU admission. After CUET results are declared, you must register separately on bbaucuet.samarth.edu.in and pay the BBAU registration fee (INR 500 for General/OBC/EWS, INR 300 for SC/ST/PwBD). Missing this step means you cannot participate in BBAUs seat allotment rounds.

What is the minimum CUET score needed for B.Com (Hons.) at BBAU?

Based on previous year trends, General category candidates typically need a CUET score of around 380 or more out of 500 for B.Com (Hons.) at BBAU. For BA (Hons.) programmes, the expected range is 700 to 715 or more out of 1000. SC/ST candidates benefit from reserved seats and lower score requirements. Official cutoff lists are published by BBAU on its Samarth portal after each round.

Which entrance exams does BBAU accept for PG admissions?

BBAU accepts CUET PG 2026 for MA, M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, and LLM programmes. MBA also accepts CAT scores. M.Tech accepts GATE scores. M.Pharm accepts either CUET PG or GPAT. No BBAU-specific PG entrance test is conducted separately.

Do SC/ST students pay fees at BBAU?

SC and ST students admitted to regular programmes at BBAU receive a full tuition fee waiver funded by the university from its own budget. This is distinct from state and central government scholarships, which are additional. Over 1,800 students benefit from this waiver annually. One-time charges like caution money and enrollment fee may still apply.

How is PhD admission done at BBAU and who is exempt from the entrance test?

PhD admission at BBAU uses a composite score of 70% entrance test and 30% personal interview. Candidates holding a JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) are exempt from the entrance test and proceed directly to the interview stage. NET-qualified candidates and M.Phil. holders also receive preferential treatment. The entrance test for others is the CUET PhD or BBAUs own test as per current UGC norms.

Does BBAU have a campus at Amethi and what courses are offered there?

Yes. BBAU operates a Satellite Centre at Amethi, Uttar Pradesh. Courses offered include B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, BCA, B.Pharm, and D.Pharm. Admission is through CUET UG 2026, and the same reservation and eligibility rules apply as at the Lucknow main campus.

Can a final-year student apply for BBAU admission?

Yes. Students appearing in the qualifying examination (Class 12 for UG, graduation for PG) in the same academic year are eligible to register for BBAU admission. Provisional admission is granted, but final confirmation requires submission of the qualifying certificate showing the required minimum marks at the time of document verification.

Is there a sports quota at BBAU?

Yes. BBAU provides 5% supernumerary seats under the sports quota across programmes. Additionally, one supernumerary seat per programme is reserved for Wards of Defence Martyrs. These are over and above the regular sanctioned seat intake and do not reduce seats available to general or reserved category candidates.

BBAU L.L.M : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (INR 1,500 per semester, 4 semesters)	INR 6,000
Other Charges (examination, medical, sports, identity, library and admission fees)	INR 7,900
Total Fees	INR 13,900

Event	Date
CUET PG Registration Opened	14 December 2025
CUET PG Registration Closed	25 January 2026
CUET PG Admit Card Released	3 March 2026
CUET PG Exam Held	6 March to 27 March 2026
CUET PG Result Declared	24 April 2026
BBAU LLM Application Last Date	20 July 2026
Counselling	August 2026 (Tentative)

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
BBAU SC/ST Tuition Fee Exemption	Full tuition (INR 6,000)	SC/ST students enrolled in regular seats at BBAU
Post-Matric Scholarship (GoI)	Maintenance allowance and tuition as per GoI norms	SC/ST students with qualifying family income
UP Post-Matric Scholarship	As per state government norms	UP domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS students in postgraduate programmes

BBAU LLM FAQs

Ques. Does BBAU accept CLAT PG for LLM admission?

Ans. No. BBAU conducts LLM admissions exclusively through CUET PG 2026. Candidates must register for CUET PG using the relevant law domain paper and submit their score during the BBAU admission window. CLAT PG scores are not accepted for LLM admission at this university.

Ques. Are SC/ST students fully exempt from tuition at BBAU LLM?

Ans. Yes. BBAU grants full tuition fee exemption to SC/ST students admitted to regular seats. The per-semester tuition of INR 1,500 is waived entirely. Other charges such as examination fees, medical fee, and caution money remain applicable as per the official prospectus for 2026-27.

Ques. What is the difference between LLM and LLM Human Rights at BBAU?

Ans. BBAU’s School for Legal Studies offers two distinct two-year LLM tracks: a general law programme covering constitutional law, jurisprudence, and corporate law, and an LLM in Human Rights focusing on domestic and international rights law. Both tracks share the same fee structure and are admitted through CUET PG 2026.

Ques. How many seats are available in the BBAU LLM programme?

Ans. The two-year LLM has 38 regular seats: 16 unreserved, 13 for SC, 6 for ST, and 3 for EWS. An additional 8 paid seats are available at INR 45,000 per semester. BBAU follows a mandatory 50% SC/ST reservation across all programmes as per its founding Act.

Ques. What career paths are open after LLM from BBAU?

Ans. BBAU LLM graduates can pursue judicial services through the UP State Judicial Services examination, work as legal advisors in government or corporate organisations, join universities as lecturers or researchers, or practise before the Allahabad High Court and subordinate courts. The Lucknow campus location provides proximity to the High Court Lucknow Bench for practical exposure during the programme.

Ques. What documents are needed at BBAU LLM counselling?

Ans. Candidates must carry self-attested copies and originals of LLB mark sheets and degree certificate, a character certificate from the last institution attended, migration certificate from the last university, and caste or EWS or PwD certificate if applicable. All documents are verified at the counselling stage before seat allotment is confirmed.

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sakshi rana

Jul 11, 2025 17:48

Sir main Sakshi Rana 415/1250 no. hain ST category BFA painting men admission mil jayega

Sweta Kumari

Jun 28, 2026 22:15

With 415 out of 1250 marks, securing a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting depends heavily on the specific university. While your total score is on the lower side, your ST category status provides a significant advantage through reserved seats and lower cutoff thresholds. Additionally, many universities assign massive weight (often 50% to 60%) to the Practical/Skill Test rather than just the written exam score. If you performed well in your drawing and painting practicals, you still have a decent chance at state universities or colleges with relaxed cutoffs.

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