PPUP Patna Admission 2026

Patliputra University
Patna, Bihar · PPUP Patna · Estd. 2018
UG Open PG Open PhD Open
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CUET UG 2026 runs 11-31 May 2026. PPUP 2026-27 admission notification on ppup.ac.in. Updated: 2026-05-10

About Patliputra University

Patliputra University (PPUP) is a state university located at Patna in Bihar, established in 2018 by the Patliputra University Act, 2017 of the Bihar Legislative Assembly through the bifurcation of Magadh University. The university is named after the ancient capital of the Mauryan Empire — Patliputra (modern Patna) — and serves the colleges of Patna and the adjoining Patna metropolitan region.

PPUP offers UG, PG, M.Phil and Ph.D programmes across arts, sciences, commerce, management, law, education and computer applications through more than 25 affiliated and constituent colleges. UG admission for 2026-27 is through CUET UG (NTA) and merit-based registration; PG admission uses the PPUP PG Common Entrance Test or CUET PG.

CUET UG 2026 is being conducted from 11 to 31 May 2026. The 2026-27 admission notification and counselling schedule are released on the official portal at ppup.ac.in.

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Application fee: ₹600 (General) / ₹400 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Admission via CUET

CUET UG / CUET PG 2026
Conducted by NTA / PPUP

CUET UG is conducted by NTA for admission to UG programmes at Patliputra University. PG admission is through the PPUP PG Common Entrance Test or CUET PG. CUET UG 2026 is being held from 11-31 May 2026.

Other accepted exams

  • CUET UG
  • CUET PG
  • NET-JRF

Eligibility

UG: 10+2 from a recognised board; CUET UG score. PG: Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline; CUET PG / PPUP PG entrance. Ph.D: Master's with UGC-prescribed aggregate.

Important Dates

Event Date Stage Portal Status
CUET UG 2026 examination window 11 May 2026 – 31 May 2026 exam NTA Ongoing
CUET PG 2026 / PPUP PG Entrance TBA exam NTA / PPUP Upcoming
PPUP application window TBA application PPUP Upcoming
Counselling and seat allotment TBA counselling PPUP Upcoming

How to Apply

  1. 1
    Apply for CUET UG / CUET PG
    Register on cuet.nta.nic.in / cuetpg.nta.nic.in, select Patliputra University as a preferred university and pay the CUET application fee.
  2. 2
    Appear for CUET
    CUET UG 2026 is being conducted from 11-31 May 2026.
  3. 3
    Register on PPUP portal
    Register on ppup.ac.in, upload CUET scorecard and qualifying-exam marksheets and pay the PPUP application fee.
  4. 4
    Counselling and admission
    Participate in PPUP counselling, exercise college / programme preferences and confirm allotment by paying the admission fee at the Patna campus or affiliated college.

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

Bihar State scholarships, SC/ST/OBC/EWS/EBC post-matric scholarships through NSP and PPUP merit awards.

Reservations

Bihar state reservation: SC 16%, ST 1%, EBC 18%, BC 12%, EWS 10%, BC women 3%; PwBD 5% horizontal.

Results & Merit Lists

No result links published yet for this academic year. Subscribe below to be notified.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Patliputra University?
Patliputra University admits students primarily through CUET UG / CUET PG 2026. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.
What is the application fee at Patliputra University?
For 2026, the application fee is ₹600 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹400 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When does Patliputra University declare its cutoff?
Cutoffs at Patliputra University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.
Does Patliputra University accept CUET UG / CUET PG 2026 scores?
Yes. Patliputra University uses CUET scores as the primary basis for UG and PG admission via NTA's Common University Entrance Test.