SU Kolhapur Admission 2026

Shivaji University

Kolhapur, Maharashtra · SU Kolhapur · Estd. 1962

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

Shivaji University 2026-27 admissions through MHT-CET / merit at unishivaji.ac.in. PG entrance typically June-July 2026. NAAC A++ — top state uni. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Shivaji University

Shivaji University, established in 1962 in Kolhapur, is a state university serving the southern Maharashtra region. The university is named after Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire (whose royal capital was Raigad and Pune, but who maintained strong influence over Kolhapur — the seat of one of the post-Shivaji princely Maratha states). Shivaji University serves Kolhapur, Sangli and Satara districts of Maharashtra.

Shivaji University has 42 teaching departments organised into faculties of Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Commerce, Education, Law, Engineering & Technology and Health Sciences. It affiliates 300+ colleges across the three districts. NAAC A++ accredited (the highest tier — Cycle 4, 2023) — placing it among the top state universities in India. Several departments operate as Department of Atomic Energy / DST recognised research centres.

UG admissions to affiliated colleges through Maharashtra CET for professional courses and merit on Plus Two for general courses. PG admissions through Shivaji University PG entrance or CUET PG. PhD through Shivaji University PET.

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Application fee: ₹500 (General) / ₹250 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

MHT-CET / Shivaji U PG Entrance

Conducted by State CET Cell, Maharashtra / Shivaji U

UG admissions through Maharashtra CET for professional courses; merit on Plus Two for general UG. PG admissions through Shivaji University PG entrance or CUET PG. PhD through Shivaji University PET.

Eligibility

UG: Plus Two pass + state CET for professional. PG: bachelor 50%. PhD: PG 55% + PET.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
MHT-CET 2026 Application Opens	20 Jan 2026	—	cetcell.mahacet.org	Upcoming
MHT-CET 2026 Examination	05 May 2026	—	cetcell.mahacet.org	Upcoming
Shivaji U PG Entrance 2026	15 Jul 2026	—	unishivaji.ac.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.

Maharashtra state Mahajyoti/Sarathi/Mahabodhi, Shivaji U merit scholarships, Central Sector Scholarship.

Reservations

Maharashtra state policy: SC 13%, ST 7%, VJ-A 3%, NT-B 2.5%, NT-C 3.5%, NT-D 2%, OBC 19%, SBC 2%, EWS 10%, PwBD 4-5% horizontal.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Shivaji University?

Shivaji University admits students primarily through MHT-CET / Shivaji U PG Entrance. 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 Shivaji University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Shivaji University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Shivaji 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 Shivaji University accept MHT-CET / Shivaji U PG Entrance scores?

MHT-CET / Shivaji U PG Entrance is the primary basis for admission at Shivaji University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.