How is UG admission done at University of Burdwan affiliated colleges?

UG admission to BA, B.Sc, and B.Com programmes at affiliated colleges is through the WBCAP centralised portal at wbcap.in. Selection is based purely on Class 12 board marks. No separate entrance test is required. Candidates register on the WBCAP portal, choose their preferred college and subject, and are allotted seats based on merit rank.

What is the Grade Point formula for University of Burdwan PG admission?

The PG Grade Point (GP) formula is: 60% of UG Honours percentage plus 20% of Class 12 percentage plus 20% of Class 10 percentage. The candidate with the higher GP gets a higher rank in the merit list. In case of equal GP, the UG Honours percentage is the first tiebreaker, followed by Class 12, then Class 10 marks.

Are 80% of PG seats reserved for University of Burdwan graduates?

Yes. 80% of total PG seats are reserved for candidates who completed their UG degree from colleges affiliated to the University of Burdwan. The remaining 20% of seats are open to candidates from all other recognised universities, using the same GP formula for merit ranking.

What entrance exam is needed for B.Tech at UIT, University of Burdwan?

B.Tech admission at UIT requires a valid WBJEE 2026 score. JEE Main scores are also accepted via the WBJEE counselling process. Candidates must register for WBJEE counselling at wbjeeb.nic.in before July 5, 2026. Minimum eligibility is 60% in PCM in Class 12 (55% for SC/ST).

What is the selection process for MBA admission at University of Burdwan?

MBA admission uses a three-stage process. Candidates must score a minimum of 200 marks in MAT, CAT, XAT, or CMAT. The top 70 scorers are shortlisted for Group Discussion (100 marks) and Viva Voce (100 marks). Final merit is based on the total of all three components out of 400 marks.

What is BUCLAT and is it mandatory for LLB admission?

BUCLAT (Burdwan University Common Law Admission Test) is the university-level entrance exam for 3-year LLB admission. It is mandatory. The exam is offline, 2 hours long, and covers English, General Knowledge, and legal terminology. It carries 100 marks. Applications typically open in September, with the exam held in October.

Can NET/JRF holders apply directly for PhD without appearing in RET?

Yes. Candidates with UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, JRF, SET, or SLET qualifications are exempt from the University of Burdwan Research Entrance Test (RET). However, they must still apply online and appear for the departmental interview, which is the final step of PhD selection.

What is the WBCAP Phase 2 Mop-Up round and who can apply?

The WBCAP Mop-Up (Phase 2) round fills seats left vacant after Phase 1 and the Upgrade Round. Applications are open from July 7 to July 16, 2026. Any student who was not allotted a seat in Phase 1 or who declined a previous allotment can apply for the Mop-Up round. The Phase 2 merit list is expected on July 19, 2026.

What scholarships are available for students at University of Burdwan?

Students can apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (INR 12,000 to INR 18,000 per year, based on merit and income), the Kanyashree Prakalpa for eligible girls (INR 25,000 one-time), and the OASIS Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students (INR 5,500 per year). Applications are made through the West Bengal state scholarship portal.

What is the application fee for University of Burdwan PG admission?

The PG application fee is INR 800 for General and OBC candidates and INR 400 for SC/ST candidates. Payment is made online during the application process at burunivadmission.samarth.edu.in. The application fee is non-refundable.