Bangalore University Admission 2026

Bangalore University

Bengaluru, Karnataka · BU · Estd. 1964

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

Bangalore University 2026-27 admission applications are open at bangaloreuniversity.karnataka.gov.in. Application fee Rs 300. Various programme-specific deadlines apply in March-May 2026. Updated: 2026-05-09

About Bangalore University

Bangalore University is a public state university located on Jnana Bharathi campus, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1964 by the Karnataka State Legislature through the Karnataka State Universities Act, the university grew out of Central College (Bengaluru) — itself founded in 1858 as one of the oldest higher-education institutions in southern India. Bangalore University serves the Bengaluru, Bengaluru Rural, Ramanagara, and Tumkur regions with 350+ affiliated colleges.

Bangalore University has 40+ departments organised into faculties of Arts, Science, Commerce, Education, Law and Engineering. The 1,100-acre Jnana Bharathi campus hosts UG, PG, MPhil and PhD programmes across humanities, social sciences, sciences, mathematics, computer science, biotechnology, education, law and management (Canara Bank School of Management Studies). The university also operates a substantial distance-education programme.

Most Bangalore University UG and PG admissions are merit-based on qualifying-examination marks. MBA admissions follow KMAT/PGCET conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA); engineering programmes follow KCET. PhD admissions are through the BU PhD entrance plus interview. The university accepts applications online via bangaloreuniversity.karnataka.gov.in.

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Application fee: ₹300 (General) / ₹150 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

Merit + KCET (UG Engg) + PGCET/KMAT (MBA/MCA)

Conducted by Bangalore University + Karnataka Examinations Authority

Most Bangalore University UG and PG admissions are merit-based on qualifying-examination marks. UG Engineering admissions follow KCET conducted by KEA. MBA/MCA admissions accept PGCET / KMAT scores. PhD admissions through the BU PhD entrance plus interview.

Other accepted exams

Merit (Class 12 / Bachelor's)
KCET
PGCET
KMAT
BU PhD Entrance
UGC-NET
GATE

Eligibility

UG: Class 10+2 from a recognised board with subject combinations as per programme; minimum 50% aggregate (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC). UG Engineering: 10+2 with PCM at 45%+ and a valid KCET rank. PG: Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% (45% for reserved categories). MBA/MCA: Bachelor's with at least 50% and a valid PGCET / KMAT score. PhD: Master's with 55%+ and qualifying UGC-NET / GATE / BU PhD entrance plus interview.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
Bangalore University 2026-27 — applications open	TBA	Application	bangaloreuniversity.karnataka.gov.in	Open
KCET 2026 — exam (BU UG Engineering)	TBA	Entrance	kea.kar.nic.in	Closed
PGCET 2026 — exam (BU PG MBA/MCA)	TBA	Entrance	kea.kar.nic.in	Upcoming
Bangalore University counselling and seat allotment	TBA	Counselling	bangaloreuniversity.karnataka.gov.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

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.

Bangalore University offers Karnataka Government Post-Matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC, the Vidya Siri scholarship for SC/ST students, the Single Girl Child concession, the BU Endowment scholarships for academic toppers, and Government of India Post-Matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal.

Reservations

Karnataka state reservation policy applies: SC 15%, ST 3%, Cat-I 4%, Cat-IIA 15%, Cat-IIB 4%, Cat-IIIA 4%, Cat-IIIB 5%, EWS 10%, plus 5% PwBD horizontal. Karnataka domicile preference applies. Sports/NCC, defence wards, Single Girl Child and Kannada-medium quotas per the BU prospectus.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Bangalore University?

Bangalore University admits students primarily through Merit + KCET (UG Engg) + PGCET/KMAT (MBA/MCA). 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 Bangalore University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹150 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Bangalore University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Bangalore 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 Bangalore University accept Merit + KCET (UG Engg) + PGCET/KMAT (MBA/MCA) scores?

Merit + KCET (UG Engg) + PGCET/KMAT (MBA/MCA) is the primary basis for admission at Bangalore University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.