Sikkim University Latest Update: CUET Result 2023 has been announced by NTA on July 15, 2023. Candidates can download their Scorecard on the official website – cuet.samarth.ac.in

Sikkim University, a central university offers courses in Human Sciences, Language and Literature, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences and some professional courses in the field of Mass Communication, Management, Education, Commerce, Music and Tourism.

Sikkim University admission formalities start from April/May every year. The academic session starts in July. The central university provides admission through both merit and entrance exam.

Sikkim University Admission Update:

  • Sikkim University Admission 2023 is ongoing for UG and PG courses. The application deadline hasn't been declared. Admission portal

As a university, it is made up of several schools offering varied courses and streams. These schools are located in different locations and headed by experienced professors in their respective fields.

The Sikkim University offers varied courses with different admission processes. Schools provide varied courses and degrees under similar streams like Human Sciences, Languages & Literature, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Professional Studies, Social Sciences. 

Admissions are done based on Merit, Entrance Exams and Interview. However, as of now, there is no official confirmation on their website regarding the admissions of the 2022-23 academic session.

Sikkim University Important Dates 2024

Event Date
CAT 2023 Exam Date Nov 26, 2023 (Upcoming)
MAT (PBT) Registration Deadline Dec 05, 2023
MAT (PBT) Admit Card Availability Dec 07, 2023
MAT (PBT) Exam Dec 09, 2023
CAT 2023 Result Date Jan 04, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET- PG Registration Timeline Jan 30, 2024 - Feb 16, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET- PG Admit Card Date Feb 27, 2024 (Tentative)
CMAT Registration Timeline Feb 13, 2024 - Mar 13, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET- PG Exam Date Mar 11, 2024 - Mar 28, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET UG Application Registration Window Feb 09, 2024 - Mar 30, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET UG Admit Card Release Date May 01, 2024 (Tentative)
CMAT Admit Card Date May 01, 2024 (Tentative)
CMAT Exam Date May 04, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET UG Exam Date May 15, 2024 - May 30, 2024 (Tentative)
CMAT Result May 31, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET UG Result Declaration Date Jul 15, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET-PG Results Jul 20, 2024 (Tentative)

Sikkim University UG Admissions Criteria 2024

Courses Specializations
BPA Music
BSc Geology, Psychology
BA Chinese, Psychology
BVoc (IT) Computer Applications

Sikkim University UG Eligibility Criteria

  • For BPA Music, Class XII passed with 40% marks in any discipline.
  • For BSc Geology, Class XII (Science stream) with 45% marks.
  • For BSc/BA Psychology, Class XII with 45% marks in any stream/ discipline.
  • For BA Chinese, Class XII with 45% marks in any stream/ discipline.
  • For BVoc IT, 10+2 in Science with Mathematics /acquired NSQF level IV in the particular industry sector.

Sikkim University UG Selection Criteria

  • For BPA, Admission through CAT (Central Admission Test) conducted by the Sikkim University. The merit list prepared after the result determines a candidate’s admission.
  • For BSc, the candidate has to take CAT (Central Admission Test). The merit list will later determine and secure the seat for the candidate.
  • For BA from the University, the candidate has to take CAT (Central Admission Test). The merit list will then determine the admission of a candidate.
  • For BVoc, the candidate has to attempt CAT (Central Admission Test). The merit list and cut-off will determine the admission of a candidate.

Sikkim University UG  How to Apply?

  • Admission notice contains names of programmes offered, last date for submission of online application, date of Entrance Test and will be uploaded on the University website. 
  • Candidates are required to fill in their details in the application form online.
  • Candidates will be required to write an entrance, CAT and will be shortlisted from it. 
  • All communications to the candidates including a list of candidates shortlisted for entrance tests and interview will be uploaded on the University website.

Sikkim University PG Admissions Criteria 2024

Course Specializations
MCA Computer Applications
MSc Anthropology, Botany, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Horticulture, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Psychology, Zoology
MA History, International Relations, Economics, Political Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Geography, Mass Communication, Psychology, Education, English, Bhutia, Nepali, Chinese, Hindi, Limbu and Lepcha.
MBA -
MPhil History, International Relations, Economics, Political Sciences, Peace & Conflict Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Chemistry, English, Geography, Hindi, History, Law, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Microbiology, Nepali, Physics, Psychology, Tourism,
LLM Law
MPA Music
MEd Education
MMTM Tourism
MCom Commerce

Sikkim University PG Eligibility Criteria

  • For MCA, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and passed in Mathematics at 10+2 for General or 45% for SC/ST/OBC.
  • For MSc, candidates must have passed their BSc with at least 45% marks in related subjects.
  • For MA, candidates must have passed BA in related subjects with 50% except for English/Hindi/Anthropology/History/International Relations/Mass Communication/Peace & Conflict Studies/Psychology/Political Science which require candidates to score at least 40%
  • MA Economics/Nepali/Zoology candidates must have at least 45% marks for admissions
  • For MBA, candidates must have a graduation with 50% marks for General and 45% marks for SC /ST/OBC/DA
  • MPhil candidates are required to have a masters in related fields with 55% for General and 50% for reserved to be eligible.
  • For LLM. Law Graduate with 45% marks for General and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/DA
  • For MPA, Bachelor in Performing Arts (BPA)/BA in Music/ B. Music with 40 % marks / Honours graduate with 45% marks / Pass graduate with 56% marks from any recognized university
  • For M Ed, BEd /BA BEd, BSc BEd/ B El Ed with 50% marks /D El Ed with UG degree with 50% marks in each 45% for SC/ST/OBC/DA
  • For MMTM, Graduate Hons with 40 % marks or Pass graduate with 56% marks with Tourism as one of the subjects.
  • For MCom, BCom Hons with 45 % marks

Sikkim University PG Selection Criteria

  • For MCA, a written entrance test followed by an interview is required. Candidates with UGC – NET (including JRF)/UGCCSIR-NET (including JRF) ICAR-NET/ ICMR-NET/DBTNET/ SLET/GATE / M.Phil. degree holders are exempted from written test.
  • For M.Sc., MA, LLM, MPA, M.Ed., MMTM and M.Com, admission is through CAT conducted by the Sikkim University.
  • For MBA admission is through University CAT followed by Interview and Group Discussion. Candidates with valid CAT/ MAT/ C-MAT score will be exempted from the entrance test.
  • For M.Phil a written entrance test followed by an interview is required. Candidates with UGC – NET (including JRF)/UGCCSIR-NET (including JRF) ICAR-NET/ ICMR-NET/DBTNET/ SLET/GATE are exempted from written test.

Sikkim University PG  How to Apply?

  • Admission notice contains names of programmes offered, last date for submission of online application, date of Entrance Test and will be uploaded on the University website. 
  • Candidates are required to fill in their details in the application form online.
  • Candidates will be required to write an entrance, CAT and will be shortlisted from it. 
  • All communications to the candidates including a list of candidates shortlisted for entrance tests and interview will be uploaded on the University website.

Sikkim University FAQs

Q: What are the application form and CAT exam fees for Sikkim University?

A: The application form fee for INR 1000 for general candidates. For SC/ST/OBC candidates the application form fees are INR 800.

Q: Where are the CAT exams of Sikkim University held?

A: The university exams are held every year. They are held at eight test venues namely Guwahati, Kolkata, Patna, Siliguri, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, Namchi and Geyzing.

Q: How many seats are reserved for foreign nationals at Sikkim University?

A: The foreign nationals have around 10% of seats reserved in the university. This is provided that they are given a visa to visit and stay at sikkim.

Q: How can I pay the admissions fees for Sikkim University?

A: The admissions fees for the university can be paid by Debit/Credit card or any other digital transaction. The fees will be refunded if the candidate forfeits their admissions by a certain date. 

Q: What is the duration and question pattern for the CAT exam of Sikkim University?

A: CAT is held every year and has a duration of 1 hour. The total marks for the test are out of 100. The question pattern for CAT for both UG and PG is Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) based on the OMR sheet.

Q: What are the documents required for admissions to Sikkim University?

A: The documents required for admissions to Sikkim University are:

  • Original Mark-sheet (s) of all examinations with one self-attested photocopy (both
  • sides) of each.
  • Original certificate of proof of age and a self-attested copy of the same.
  • Original SC/ST/OBC/PWD certificates together with one self-attested copy.
  • Original Annual Income Certificate of the family for EWS candidates from a competent authority