BBAU PG Admission 2025-26: CUET-Based Admission, Eligibility, Dates and Reservation Policy

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, has released its Post Graduate (PG) Admission Policy for the 2025–26 academic session, approved by the Academic Council on June 17, 2025. Admissions will be conducted through the SAMARTH portal and based on CUET (PG) scores, with merit lists prepared category-wise.

In case of a tie, qualifying marks and date of birth will serve as tie-breakers. Document verification will be conducted online provisionally and finalized through physical verification. Admissions will proceed in multiple phases, with fees to be paid online only. The University follows the Government of India’s reservation norms, including SC/ST, EWS, PwD, and supernumerary quotas (defense martyrs’ wards, sports, university staff wards). Paid and “Zero Fees” seats are available under specified terms.

The PM-Vidyalaxmi education loan scheme is offered, and candidates must ensure timely submission of original documents and adherence to all deadlines to avoid cancellation. Grievances can be addressed via email, and detailed information is provided in the official admission prospectus on www.bbau.ac.in.

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Unveils PG Admission Policy for 2025-26 Academic Session

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), a Central University located in Vidya Vihar, Rae Bareli Road, Lucknow, has officially released its Admission Policy for Post Graduate (PG) programs for the academic session 2025-26. The policy, approved during the 82nd meeting of the Academic Council on June 17, 2025, sets the guidelines for admissions to various PG courses.

The admission process for all PG programs at BBAU will be conducted through the University’s SAMARTH portal, with admissions primarily based on the CUET (PG) score.

Key Admission Procedures and Dates:

Online Registration: Candidates are required to register on the BBAU’s portal and “lock” their preferred courses after the National Testing Agency (NTA) declares the CUET result.

Merit List Generation: Following the registration process, category/course-wise merit lists will be prepared based on the candidates’ CUET PG scores in applicable subjects. These lists will be uploaded on the University’s official website.

Tie-breaking Rules: In case of a tie in CUET PG scores, the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination will be considered. If a further tie persists, the candidate’s date of birth will be used to determine merit.

Phased Admissions: Admissions will occur in a phase-wise manner, with the first phase merit list comprising candidates equal to the number of seats advertised in the prospectus. Any remaining seats will be filled in subsequent phases.

Online Document Verification and Fee Submission: The Departmental Admission Committee (DAC) will conduct provisional online verification of documents. Upon successful verification, a challan for fee deposit will be generated. Fees must be submitted exclusively online through the SAMARTH portal. The list of candidates for whom challans have been generated will be notified on the university website by the DAC.

Physical Verification: All provisional admissions will be confirmed by the DAC after the physical verification of original documents when the provisionally admitted candidate reports to the department. The dates for physical document verification will be notified later on the University website.

Important Deadlines: Applicants must adhere to all deadlines, as no claims will be entertained after the scheduled date. The schedule for various phases of admission will be separately notified on the University website.

Reservation Policy Highlights:

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University follows a comprehensive reservation policy in accordance with Government of India (GOI), Ministry of Education (MOE), and UGC guidelines.

SC/ST Reservation: 50% of the seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories in a 2:1 ratio. Seats are interchangeable between SC and ST if candidates are unavailable in a given category.

Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Reservation for EWS (certificate valid for one year) is provided under the allotted seats, as per MHRD letters and guidelines from regulatory bodies like PCI, NCTE, BCI.

Physically Handicapped/Challenged (PwD): 5% of seats are reserved horizontally for candidates under this category. Selected candidates will be placed in their appropriate category (SC/ST/General).

Merit List Composition: The overall merit list will be prepared based on total merit, irrespective of category. The Unreserved (UR) category merit list will include students from all categories (UR/SC/ST/EWS/PwD) based on their merit.

Supernumerary Seats:

• Available as per directives of relevant statutory bodies such as BCI, PCI, NCTE.
• One supernumerary seat is available for the daughter/son of defense martyrs in PG courses (excluding those governed by BCI, PCI, NCTE & AICTE etc.).
• A 5% supernumerary sports quota is offered, based on physical test qualification and grading of National and above participation certificates after the CUET (PG) examination.
• 10% supernumerary seats are provided for the wards of University employees (both teaching and non-teaching) in each program/course, excluding those governed by regulatory bodies.

Paid Seats: Offered in regular PG programs based strictly on merit and willingness, following the University ordinance’s prescribed reservation criteria. No fee concession will be given to candidates admitted under paid seats. Candidates admitted under paid seats may be upgraded to regular seats if vacancies arise after all admission phases, but no fee refund/adjustment will be considered for the admitted semester if the up-gradation occurs after the admission process is complete. Upgraded candidates will pay regular fees from the next semester onwards.

Zero Fees Admission: The University offers admission on “Zero fees” to eligible candidates as per relevant notifications. Such students are required to submit fees after receiving their fellowship. If the fellowship is not released for any reason, the candidate must submit fees using their own resources.

Financial Assistance and Other Important Notes:

PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme: The University facilitates education loans through the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme, provided by scheduled commercial banks, co-operative banks, RRBs, and private banks. Benefits like interest subvention and credit guarantee are admissible for degree/diploma programs. However, students availing any other Central/State Government Scholarship or interest subvention scheme are not eligible for this scheme.

Disciplinary Action: Candidates against whom any disciplinary action has been taken in their earlier academic career at the University will not be admitted to any course.

Document Submission: Students are advised to bring all original documents and relevant certificates in the prescribed format of the Government of India for physical verification, including an affidavit for anti-ragging declaration. Original migration and character certificates must be submitted at the time of original document verification, with failure to submit the migration certificate potentially leading to admission cancellation. Candidates who appeared for their qualifying examination in the 2024-25 academic session must submit their final result during physical document verification.

Admission Cancellation: Admission is liable to be cancelled if prescribed fees are not submitted by the due date, if any submitted document/information is found to be false/misleading, or if original migration and other relevant documents are not submitted before the prescribed deadline.

Grievance Redressal: Students can submit grievances to chairmanacmcbbau@gmail.com.

Contact Information: For any queries, students can contact the University’s Toll-Free number 18001805789 during office hours (10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday).

The complete details of the total number of seats in each program/course are available in the admission prospectus 2025-26, accessible via the University’s website: www.bbau.ac.in.

FAQs on BBAU PG Admission Policy 2025–26

What is the admission process for PG courses at BBAU for 2025–26?
Admissions will be based on CUET (PG) scores and processed through the University’s SAMARTH portal. Candidates must register, choose preferred courses, and participate in the merit-based admission process.

Where can I apply for PG admission at BBAU?
Applications must be submitted online through the SAMARTH portal, accessible via the official website: www.bbau.ac.in.

Is CUET (PG) compulsory for admission to PG programs at BBAU?
Yes, CUET (PG) is mandatory for all PG admissions in the 2025–26 academic session.

When will the registration process begin?
Registration will open after the National Testing Agency (NTA) declares the CUET (PG) results.

How is the merit list prepared?
The merit list is prepared category- and course-wise based on CUET (PG) scores. In case of ties, qualifying examination marks and date of birth are used.

What are the tie-breaking criteria for equal CUET scores?
If CUET (PG) scores are the same, marks in the qualifying examination will be considered. If still equal, the older candidate (based on date of birth) will be ranked higher.

Will admissions be conducted in phases?
Yes, admissions will be held in multiple phases. The first phase merit list will match the number of available seats. Remaining seats will be filled in later phases.

How will document verification be conducted?
Initial verification will be online by the Departmental Admission Committee (DAC). Final verification will be done physically at the respective departments on notified dates.

What documents are required for physical verification?
Candidates must bring original mark sheets, certificates, migration certificate, character certificate, and an affidavit for anti-ragging declaration.

What happens if I fail to provide the migration certificate on time?
Failure to submit the migration certificate within the stipulated time may lead to cancellation of admission.

What is the fee submission procedure?
Fees must be submitted online only through the SAMARTH portal after provisional document verification and challan generation by DAC.

Can I pay fees offline or by other means?
No, only online payment through the SAMARTH portal is accepted.

What is the reservation policy at BBAU?
50% of seats are reserved for SC/ST (in 2:1 ratio), 10% for EWS, and 5% horizontally for PwD. All reservations are as per GOI/MOE/UGC norms.

Are seats interchangeable between SC and ST categories?
Yes, if candidates from one category are unavailable, seats can be transferred to the other category (SC ↔ ST).

Is there a separate merit list for the Unreserved (UR) category?
Yes, the UR merit list includes candidates from all categories based on merit.

What supernumerary quotas are available?
Supernumerary seats are available for:

• Wards of defense martyrs
• National-level sportspersons
• University staff wards (teaching/non-teaching)
• Regulatory body directives (BCI, PCI, NCTE, etc.)

Are paid seats available in PG programs?
Yes, paid seats are offered in regular PG programs based on merit and willingness. No fee concessions are available, and seats may be upgraded to regular ones if vacancies arise.

Will paid seat candidates receive a refund if upgraded to regular seats?
No, if upgraded after the admission cycle, fees for the paid seat semester will not be refunded or adjusted.

What is Zero Fees Admission?
Zero Fees Admission is granted to eligible candidates as per University notifications. If fellowships are delayed or not released, candidates must pay fees themselves.

Does BBAU offer any education loan schemes?
Yes, the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme is available for loans from scheduled and private banks. Students availing other scholarships or schemes are not eligible under this scheme.

Who is ineligible for admission at BBAU?
Students previously subjected to disciplinary action at the University are not eligible for admission.

Can my admission be cancelled?
Yes, admission may be cancelled if:

• Fees are not paid on time
• Documents/information are found to be false
• Required originals are not submitted by the deadline

How can I raise a grievance related to admissions?
Grievances can be emailed to: chairmanacmcbbau@gmail.com

Is there a helpline for admission-related queries?
Yes, you can contact the toll-free number 18001805789 from Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Where can I find the total number of seats per program?
The total number of seats for each PG course is listed in the Admission Prospectus 2025–26, available at www.bbau.ac.in.