Presidency University UG Admission 2026: Application, Eligibility, and Exam Details
Presidency University, Kolkata
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 19 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 01 Jun 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 01 Jun 2026 |
| Exam Date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 06 Jun 2026 |
| Result Date | 24 Jun 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | BA/BSc (Honours with Research) |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 10+2 from a recognized board (2025 or later) |
| Age Limit | No age limit |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- per application |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (Category A) and Entrance Test (Category B) |
📝 Detailed Notification Information
Presidency University UG Admission 2026: An Overview
Presidency University, Kolkata, has officially opened the application window for its prestigious 4-Year Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Honours with Research) programmes for the 2026-2027 academic session. Designed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework, these courses offer a research-oriented curriculum for students who have completed their 10+2 examinations.
Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Presidency University, Kolkata |
| Course | 4-Year BA & BSc (Honours with Research) |
| Academic Session | 2026-2027 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- |
Important Dates for 2026 Session
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Starts | 2026-05-19 |
| Application Closes | 2026-06-01 |
| Admit Card Release (Cat B) | 2026-06-06 |
| Admission Tests (Cat B) | 2026-06-12 to 2026-06-14 |
| Provisional Merit List (Cat A) | 2026-06-09 |
| Provisional Merit List (Cat B) | 2026-06-24 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary (10+2) examination in 2025 or later. The university uses the 'Best of Four' subjects aggregate for calculation. English must be a compulsory subject.
- General: 60% (Most subjects) | 70% (Science subjects)
- OBC: 54% (Most subjects) | 63% (Science subjects)
- SC/ST: 45% (Most subjects) | 52.5% (Science subjects)
- PwD: 57% (Most subjects) | 66.5% (Science subjects)
Selection Process
Admission is split into two categories:
- Category A: Based on academic merit scores from Class 10th and 12th.
- Category B: Admission test for subjects like History, Political Science, Chemistry, Economics, Life Sciences, and Statistics. This test consists of 50 MCQs with negative marking (0.5 per wrong answer).
How to Apply
- Visit the official admission portal at presiuniv.ac.in.
- Register using a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in the application details carefully.
- Upload necessary documents: Passport photo, signature, mark sheets, and category certificates.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- online.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Is there an age limit for Presidency University admission?
A: No, there is no age limit for applying to these UG courses. - Q: Can I apply if I passed 10+2 before 2025?
A: No, the current notification specifies candidates must have passed in 2025 or later. - Q: How is the merit calculated for Category A?
A: It is based on academic scores from 10th and 12th exams with specific weightage assigned by the university. - Q: What is the exam format for Category B?
A: It is a 2-hour offline test using OMR sheets in English medium. - Q: Where can I find the official brochure?
A: Detailed instructions are available on the official Presidency University website under the admission section.
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