GKU Bhatinda Admission 2026

Guru Kashi University
Bathinda, Punjab · GKU Bhatinda · Estd. 2011
UG Open PG Open PhD Open
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Guru Kashi University UG & PG admissions 2026-27 are open; apply online. PhD entrance applications close 6 Jul 2026. Updated: 2026-06-17

About Guru Kashi University

Guru Kashi University (GKU), established in 2011 by an Act of the Punjab state legislature, is a private state university located at Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda district, Punjab. The university is run by the Akal Education Trust (associated with the Damdami Taksal — a prominent Sikh religious institution). Talwandi Sabo is historically significant as the place where Guru Gobind Singh (10th Sikh Guru) re-edited and finalised the Guru Granth Sahib in 1705-1706, earning the place the name "Guru ki Kashi" (Kashi of the Guru).

Guru Kashi University has multiple schools — Engineering & Technology, Pharmacy, Sciences, Computer Applications, Management, Education, Law, Commerce, Mass Communication, Hotel Management and Health Sciences. Offers UG, PG, Diploma and PhD programmes. Recognised by UGC under Section 2(f).

Admissions through Guru Kashi University Entrance Test or merit on Plus Two/UG marks. JEE Main, GATE, CAT, CUET UG/PG accepted. PhD through GKU PhD entrance.

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Application fee: ₹700 (General) / ₹700 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

GKU Entrance / Merit
Conducted by Guru Kashi University Bathinda

Admissions through GKU Entrance Test or merit on Plus Two/UG marks. JEE Main, GATE, CAT, CUET UG/PG accepted. PhD through GKU PhD entrance.

Eligibility

UG: Plus Two pass with 45%. PG: bachelor 50%. PhD: PG 55% + entrance.

Important Dates

Event Date Stage Portal Status
UG/PG application open (Apply now for 2026) 01 Jan 2026 — — Ongoing
PhD Entrance May 2026 online application last date TBA – 06 Jul 2026 — — Upcoming

How to Apply

  1. 1
    Visit gkuniversity.ac.in and register
  2. 2
    Choose programme
  3. 3
    Pay fee + upload documents
  4. 4
    Appear for GKU Entrance if applicable
  5. 5
    Counselling + fee payment + reporting

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.

GKU merit scholarships, Akal Education Trust scholarships, Punjab state Mai Bhago Scholarship, Central Sector Scholarship.

Reservations

SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5% horizontal.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Guru Kashi University?
Guru Kashi University admits students primarily through GKU Entrance / Merit. 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 Guru Kashi University?
For 2026, the application fee is ₹700 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹700 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When does Guru Kashi University declare its cutoff?
Cutoffs at Guru Kashi 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 Guru Kashi University accept GKU Entrance / Merit scores?
GKU Entrance / Merit is the primary basis for admission at Guru Kashi University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.