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    Central University of Jharkhand Admission Through CUET 2026: Registration Date, Cut off For UG and PG Courses
    • Central University of Jharkhand Admission Through CUET 2026: Registration Date, Cut off For UG and PG Courses

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission Through CUET 2026: Registration Date, Cut off For UG and PG Courses

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    Shankha GhoshUpdated on 23 Oct 2025, 12:51 PM IST

    Students planning to take admission in Central University of Jharkhand through CUET UG can start applying from July. The CUJ PG application 2026 will start from April. Students preparing to take admission in the Central University of Jharkhand can fill out the application by clicking on the link to be provided with this article or by visiting the official portal at cuj.ac.in.

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission Through CUET 2026: Registration Date, Cut off For UG and PG Courses
    Central University of Jharkhand Admission Through CUET

    The university conducts admission to a number of UG courses through CUET 2026 and for admission to PG courses the university accepts scores obtained in CUET PG exam. The Jharkhand Central University will release the CUJ 2026 merit list on the official portal. Students who have secured a place in CUJ merit list must attend the counselling session conducted at the campus. Students must ensure that they fulfil the cutoff set by the university in order to be eligible for admission. Students are advised to go through the entire article to learn more about the admission dates, application process, merit list, cutoff, counselling and other relevant information.

    Central University of Jharkhand UG Admission Dates 2026

    Events

    Dates

    Central University of Jharkhand admission begins (Through CUET 2026)

    July 2026

    Central University of Jharkhand registration closes (Through CUET 2026)

    August 2026

    Merit list

    August 2026

    Central University of Jharkhand counselling 2026 begins

    August 2026

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission Dates 2026 - CUET PG

    Events

    Dates

    Central University of Jharkhand admission begins (Through CUET PG 2026)

    April 2026

    Central University of Jharkhand registration closes (Through CUET PG 2026)

    May 2026

    Merit list

    June 2026

    Central University of Jharkhand counselling 2026 begins

    June 2026

    Central University of Jharkhand Eligibility Criteria 2026

    Students who wish to take admission to Central University of Jharkhand must check the CUET Eligibility Criteria of their desired programmes. The Central University of Jharkhand eligibility criteria 2026 is the minimum academic qualification and other requirements necessary for admission in the programme offered by the university.

    Central University of Jharkhand 2026 Eligibility Criteria

    Course offered

    Domain/ General/ Optional Languages

    Eligibility for the programme

    Integrated B. A. and M. A. in Economics

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Anthropology

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any discipline with 45% marks for UR and 40% for SC, ST, OBC,(non-creamy layer), PwD applicants

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Chinese

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 50% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in English

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Candidates must have qualified 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Hindi

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Candidates must have qualified 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in History

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Korean

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 50% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Mass communication

    The entrance test for this programme is a common test for all languages. Applicants are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Applicants must have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Philosophy

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Candidates must have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Political Science

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. A. and M.A. in Sociology

    Candidates are required to opt for Section III: General Test

    Applicants should have cleared 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General Category and 45% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PWD

    Integrated B. Com and M.Com in Commerce

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Business Mathematics

    Candidates should have passed a 10+2 or equivalent examination with Commerce/Economics/Maths/Computer Science/ Finance/ Financial Market/ Management as one of the subjects securing a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate.

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc in Chemistry

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Geology, Computer Science

    Candidates must have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General and EWS category and 50% or equivalent marks/grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC/PWD in Science stream with Chemistry as one of the subject with any other combinations such as Physics/Mathematics/Biology/Geology/Computer Science, etc - in all such combinations with Chemistry as a subject taught

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc in Geography

    The entrance test for this programme is a common test for all languages. Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Computer Science

    Candidates must have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in science stream with 50% marks for general category and 45 % in case of SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates), preference to the candidates having Maths as a subject

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc in Geology

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Computer Science, Biology

    Candidates must have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in science stream with 50% marks for general category and 45 % in case of SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates), preference to the candidates having Maths as a subject

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc in Life science (Botany/Zoology)

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology

    Candidates should have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination with a Minimum 55% aggregate score in Biology or Biotechnology, Physics and chemistry for Unreserved category and 50% aggregate score in Biology or Biotechnology, Physics and chemistry for OBC-NCL/ SC/ST/PwD

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc in Physics

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science

    Candidates should have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General and EWS category and 50% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC/ PWD in Science stream with Physics either as a compulsory or optional subject at 10+2 level.

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc. In Environmental science

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Geography, Agriculture

    Applicants must have cleared 10+ 2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths with 55% marks for general category and 50 % in case of SC/ST/OBC /PWD candidates)

    Integrated B. Sc. and M.Sc. In Mathematics

    Candidates are required to opt for Section II: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science

    Candidates must have passed 10+ 2 or equivalent examination in Science stream or equivalent with Mathematics as one of the optional subjects having minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate for General and EWS category and 50% or equivalent grade in aggregate for SC/ST/OBC/ PWD Categories.

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission 2026 Through CUET

    The candidates are required to fill out the CUET registration form for admission to Central University of Jharkhand in online mode. The application process of CUET 2026 comprises payment of fee, knowing status of payment, filling application and printing form. The students can make the CUET application form Jharkhand fee payment through debit card, credit card, UPI or net banking. The candidates belonging to the PwD category are not required to pay the CUET 2026 registration fee.

    CUET Exam Pattern 2026 for Central University of Jharkhand Admission

    Every aspirant must be aware of the CUET exam pattern in detail. It is worth mentioning that the exam pattern of CUET 2026 defines the structure and format of the entrance exam which can give a sense of idea to the test takers as to how to get ready for the exam. The candidates advised to check the CUET 2026 exam pattern beforehand to have an overview of the exam. As per the CUET exam pattern, the entrance test consists of only multiple choice questions.

    CUET Admit Card 2026 for Central University of Jharkhand Admission

    The Central University of Jharkhand CUET will not separately release the admit card for the entrance test. The NTA releases the CUET admit card in online mode. Candidates will be able to download the CUET hall ticket 2026 using their login credentials. The CUET admit card contains various details such as the name of the candidate, programme name, category, exam timings and exam day instructions and more.

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission - CUET Exam Centres 2026

    The CUET entrance exam 2026 for admission to Central University of Jharkhand and other central universities will be conducted in 560 test centres of CUET 2026. Candidates can check the CUET exam centres mentioned on their admit card. They have to carry the CUET 2022 admit card along with a valid photo ID to the test centre. The CUET 2026 will be conducted in the first and second week of July.

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission Through CUET: Reservation Policy

    Students who belong to reserved categories must check the details below to get a better idea. The reservation policy for admission to the Central University Jharkhand as per Government of India rules are as follows:

    • Other Backward Classes (OBC-Non-Creamy Layers): 27% of the total seats of a programme

    • Scheduled Castes (SC): 15% of the total seats of a programme

    • Schedule Tribes (ST): 7.5% of the total seats of a programme

    • Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10% of the total seats of a programme

    • Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 05% (Horizontal)

    Central University of Jharkhand Admission - CUET Result 2026

    Candidates can check the result of CUET 2026 for admission to Central University of Jharkhand in online mode. The students would be able to check the CUET result by logging into the result portal using their login credentials. The candidates who clear the CUET entrance test 2026 will be eligible for the next round of admission.

    Central University of Jharkhand Cut Off 2026

    To secure admission at CUJ, candidates must score above the cutoff marks set by the university. The cut-off of Central University of Jharkhand 2026 is the minimum qualifying marks that candidates have to score in order to get admission in the programmes offered by the university. It must be noted that it is very important for the candidates to obtain marks equal or more than the Central University of Jharkhand cut-off marks 2026 to stand their chances of admission. The candidates can check the previous years’ Central University of Jharkhand cut off to know the CUET percentile they must have to get a seat in Central University of Jharkhand courses.

    Central University of Jharkhand Cutoff 2019

    Courses

    UR (Percentile)

    OBC (Percentile)

    SC (Percentile)

    ST (Percentile)

    EWS (Percentile)

    M. A. English Studies

    30.45

    32.14

    62.50

    36.67

    61.54

    MBA Master of Business Administration

    30.59

    33.49

    30.00

    80.39

    32.86

    M.Sc. Physics

    30.59

    34.45

    33.33

    53.49

    60.42

    M.Sc. Life Science

    30.64

    32.45

    51.64

    49.00

    60.98

    M.Sc. Mathematics

    31.29

    32.87

    69.09

    51.16

    38.89

    M.Com Commerce and Financial Studies

    32.01

    46.96

    57.14

    45.45

    76.47

    M.Sc. Chemistry

    33.07

    30.30

    78.57

    53.70

    78.05

    M.Sc. Environmental Science

    33.07

    34.92

    76.14

    74.36

    NA

    M. A. Performing Arts (Theatre Arts)

    36.73

    31.58

    40.00

    NA

    NA

    M.Sc. Geo-Informatics

    40.54

    41.05

    32.26

    34.48

    44.44

    M. A. Mass Communication

    41.25

    42.62

    64.71

    90.00

    66.67

    MA Hindi

    41.51

    41.51

    71.43

    76.47

    NA

    Central University of Jharkhand Cut Off 2026

    Name of Programmes

    Round 1

    M.Sc. Mathematics

    186

    M.Sc. Chemistry

    234

    M.A International Relations

    187

    M.A English Studies

    226

    Central University of Jharkhand Merit List 2026

    The Central University of Jharkhand merit list will be released after the CUET test result. The University of Jharkhand CUET merit list mentions the names of the candidates who are considered for provisional admission based on their performance in the NTA CUET examination. Candidates included in the merit list of Central University of Jharkhand 2026 will be eligible to participate in the counselling process for admission.

    Central University of Jharkhand Previous Year Merit List

    Programmes

    Merit List (2020)

    MA English

    Check here

    MA Folklore

    Check here

    MA Hindi

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    MA Journalism and Mass Communication

    Check here

    MA Theatre Arts

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    MCom

    Check here

    MSc Chemistry

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    MSc Environmental Science

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    MSc Geo Informatics

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    MSc Geography

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    MSc Life Sciences

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    MSc Maths

    Check here

    MSc Nanotechnology

    Check here

    MSc Physics

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    Central University of Jharkhand Admission List 2026

    The Central University of Jharkhand will release the CUJ 2026 admission list in online mode. The admission list of Central University of Jharkhand 2026 mentions the names of the candidates who are provisionally allotted seats based on their CUET entrance test performances. The candidates featured in the Central University of Jharkhand admission list 2026 are advised to login and make the fee payment as per the schedule. Candidates are advised to check the previous years’ Central University of Jharkhand to know the marks they must have to get admission in their respective programmes.

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    Central University of Jharkhand 2021 Admission List

    Central University of Jharkhand Seat Matrix 2026

    Applicants must be aware of the seats available at CUJ for their preferred courses. The students have to go through the seat matrix of Central University of Jharkhand 2026 to know the number of seats available in various programmes offered by the university. The Central University of Jharkhand seat matrix 2026 will be distributed into various categories such as SC, ST, General, EWS and OBC.

    Central University of Jharkhand 2026 Seat Matrix

    Programmes

    Seats

    BA Chinese

    31

    BA English

    31

    BA Korean

    31

    BEd Language

    20

    LLM (Tribal and Customary Laws/Human Rights)

    21

    MA Anthropology and Tribal Studies

    14

    MA English

    43

    MA Hindi

    21

    MA Mass Communication

    43

    MA Public Administration

    21

    MCom

    40

    MPA Theatre Arts

    14

    MSc Chemistry

    43

    MSc Environmental Science

    31

    MSc Geo Informatics

    31

    MSc Maths

    43

    MSc Physics

    43

    MSW

    21

    Central University of Jharkhand Counselling 2026

    Students whose names have appeared in the merit list must appear in CUJ counselling 2026. The candidates shortlisted for the provisional admission have to complete the Central University of Jharkhand 2026 counselling process and admission formalities. The Central University of Jharkhand counselling 2026 will begin in the month of October. The students have to furnish their documents to the university officials for the document verification round of Central University of Jharkhand counselling.

    Documents Required for Central University of Jharkhand Counselling 2026

    • CUET hall ticket 2026

    • CUET application form 2026

    • NOC from the employer, if applicable

    • Transfer certificate

    • Migration certificate

    • Academic fee receipts

    • Caste certificates

    • Conduct certificate from head Of institution last attended

    • Vaccination certificate

    • Three passport size photographs

    • Class 12 marksheet and certificate

    • Class 10 marksheet and certificate

    • Valid certificate for date of birth

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What are the total seats offered at the BSc Chemistry programme of Central University of Jharkhand 2024?
    A:

    The Central University of Jharkhand will provide admissions to about 31 seats in B.Sc Chemistry through CUET exam 2026.

    Q: When will the Central University of Jharkhand merit list 2026 be released?
    A:

    The Central University of Jharkhand allotment list 2026 will be published in July.

    Q: When will the Central University of Jharkhand admission 2026 begin?
    A:

    The Central University of Jharkhand PG admission 2026 will start from April.

    Q: What university comes under CUET in Jharkhand?
    A:

    The Central University of Jharkhand offers admission through CUET exam scores.

    Q: How many seats are there in Central University of Jharkhand?
    A:

    The Jharkhand Central University has over 670 seats available for various courses.

    Q: What is the cutoff for Central University Jharkhand?
    A:

    The CUJ cutoff typically ranges from 72 to 322, for general category students.

    Q: What is the official website of Central University of Jharkhand?
    A:

    Students can visit the CUJ official website at cuj.ac.in.

    Q: What is the CUET eligibility criteria for admission to the Central University of Jharkhand 2024 MA Anthropology programme?
    A:

    The candidates must have passed bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks for admission to MA Anthropology programme of Central University of Jharkhand. The candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC and PwD categories must have at least 45% marks in the bachelor's degree programme.

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