Bodoland University manages Admission 2026 through its own entrance tests, with centralised selection for programmes such as B.Ed and MBA. The application fee for both programmes is INR 500.

Students must submit their applications through the Bodoland University Samarth admission portal.

  • Bodoland University has no management or NRI quota. Admission to every seat is based on an entrance examination.
  • Seat reservation is 7% for SC, 10% for ST (Plains), 5% for ST (Hills), 27% for OBC/MOBC Non-Creamy Layer, 3% for PwD, and 10% for EWS candidates.
  • Students from colleges affiliated with Bodoland University are allotted 80% of the seats.
    • The remaining 20% are available on merit to students from all UGC-recognised universities, including Bodoland University. This distribution does not apply to B.Ed and M.Ed programmes.

Bodoland University B.Ed Admission 2026

The B.Ed course runs for 2 years across 4 semesters and has 100 seats. Admission depends on the Bodoland University Central Entrance Test, known as BUCET, along with marks from the qualifying degree.

Bodoland University B.Ed Eligibility Criteria

Category Qualifying Degree Minimum Marks
General / OBC
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university		 50% aggregate
SC / ST 45% aggregate
Below 50% in UG Postgraduate degree in the same or a related subject 55% aggregate in PG
Government-deputed teachers Same qualification as General / OBC applicants NOC or study leave certificate required

Bodoland University B.Ed Selection Criteria

  • Eligible applicants take BUCET, a 2-hour OMR-based examination containing 100 MCQs.
    • The paper has 30 questions in General English, 30 in General Knowledge, 30 in Reasoning and Numerical Ability, and 10 in Current Indian Education.
  • The final merit score gives 60% weight to the entrance test and 40% to the applicant’s undergraduate CGPA or percentage.

Students may select a test centre in Kokrajhar, Chapaguri, Mushalpur, Tamulpur, Udalguri, Morigaon, or Barpeta.

The B.Ed application fee is INR 500.

How to Apply for B.Ed at Bodoland University?

  • Open the Samarth admission portal at bunivadm.samarth.edu.in.
  • Create an account or sign in with existing login details.
  • Choose B.Ed and enter the required personal and academic information.
  • Upload the requested documents as PDF files.
  • Complete the application fee payment online.
  • Submit the form and retain its confirmation copy.
  • Attend BUCET at the test centre selected in the application.

Bodoland University PG Admission 2026

For the 2026-27 session, Bodoland University has 600 PG seats across 13 departments. MA, M.Sc, M.Com, and MCA applicants are selected through an entrance test conducted by the university.

Bodoland University PG Eligibility Criteria

Programme Eligibility
MA Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks
M.Sc B.Sc in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks
M.Com B.Com with a minimum of 50% marks
MCA Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics and at least 50% marks

An applicant with less than 50% in the bachelor’s degree may also apply after earning at least 55% in a postgraduate degree in the same subject.

Bodoland University PG Selection Criteria

The university prepares the PG merit list only from entrance scores. The examination is an MCQ paper worth 100 marks, and students scoring above 50 marks are considered for the merit list.

  • Bodoland University conducts the 100-mark written entrance test in MCQ format.
  • The entrance score alone determines the merit list.
  • SC and ST applicants receive a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks.
  • Original certificates and other documents are checked during counselling.

The application fee for MA, M.Sc, M.Com, and MCA is INR 500.

How to Apply for PG at Bodoland University?

  • Go to bunivadm.samarth.edu.in and complete new-user registration.
  • Sign in and choose the required PG course.
  • Enter personal, academic, and category information correctly.
  • Upload the graduation marksheets and a recent photograph.
  • Pay INR 500 using UPI or net banking.
  • Send the completed form and keep the confirmation page.

Bodoland University MBA Admission 2026

Bodoland University offers 30 MBA seats in the 2026-27 session. Selection normally includes a written examination, group discussion, and personal interview.

Bodoland University MBA Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Applicants need a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks. The requirement is 45% for SC and ST candidates. The complete selection process carries 100 marks: 80 marks for the written examination, 10 marks for the group discussion, and 10 marks for the personal interview.

  • Applicants with a score at or above the 75th percentile in CAT, MAT, or XAT may receive exemption from the written test. CMAT and ATMA are also listed among the score-based exemption examinations.
  • An exemption applies only to the written paper. Every exempt applicant must still attend the group discussion and personal interview.
  • The final merit position is calculated from the combined marks across the applicable selection stages.

The MBA application fee is INR 500.

How to Apply for MBA at Bodoland University?

  • Submit the application at bunivadm.samarth.edu.in.
  • Provide personal, educational, and category details.
  • Upload graduation marksheets and a passport-size photograph.
  • Pay the online application fee of INR 500.
  • Save the registration number for later communication.
  • Take part in the written test, group discussion, and personal interview as applicable.

Bodoland University PhD Admission 2026

PhD applicants must have a master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks. SC and ST candidates are eligible with 50%. Admission generally requires the university’s PhD entrance test, although UGC-NET or JRF-qualified candidates may receive an exemption in selected departments.

Bodoland University PhD Application Process

  • Complete the PhD registration form.
  • Pay the registration fee of INR 600.
  • Submit the offline registration form to the Bodoland University admission branch in Kokrajhar, Assam.
  • Attend the university entrance test unless the relevant department grants an exemption based on UGC-NET or JRF qualification.

Bodoland University Scholarships

Eligible students can receive merit-based or category-based financial support from Bodoland University and the Government of Assam.

  • Merit Scholarship: Students placed in the top 10% of PG entrance ranks receive a one-time award of INR 5,000. They must meet the minimum attendance requirement and have no arrear papers.
  • Post Matric Scholarship: SC, ST, and OBC students from Assam may apply after admission through the Assam state government scholarship portal. The amount and eligibility conditions differ by category.
  • JRF Fellowship: PhD scholars who qualify for UGC-JRF can receive a full Junior Research Fellowship. Students should contact their department for further details.

Bodoland University Admission FAQs

Ques. Which selection method does Bodoland University use for its courses?

Ans. University-conducted entrance tests are the main basis for admission to PG, B.Ed, MBA, and PhD programmes. For B.Ed, the entrance score contributes 60% and the undergraduate CGPA or percentage contributes 40% to final merit.

Ques. Who can apply for the B.Ed programme at Bodoland University?

Ans. General and OBC applicants need at least 50% in a bachelor’s degree, while SC and ST applicants need 45%. A student below 50% at UG level must have a postgraduate degree with at least 55%. A serving government employee must also provide an NOC or study leave certificate.

Ques. What stages are used to fill the MBA seats?

Ans. The MBA has 30 seats. Its 100-mark selection score consists of an 80-mark written test, a 10-mark group discussion, and a 10-mark personal interview. Applicants at or above the 75th percentile in the accepted national tests may skip the written paper, but they must complete the group discussion and interview.

Ques. What is the PG intake at Bodoland University?

Ans. The university provides 600 seats across 13 departments for MA, M.Sc, M.Com, and MCA. Admission to these PG courses is decided by the Bodoland University entrance test score.

Ques. How much must students pay while submitting an admission form?

Ans. The application charge is INR 500 for PG, MBA, and B.Ed courses. PhD registration costs INR 600. PG, MBA, and B.Ed payments are completed online through bunivadm.samarth.edu.in.

Ques. How is the Bodoland University B.Ed entrance paper structured?

Ans. BUCET is a 2-hour test with 100 MCQs. It includes 30 questions each from General English, General Knowledge, and Reasoning and Numerical Ability, plus 10 questions on Current Indian Education. The university provides test centres at 7 locations in Assam.

Ques. What academic qualification is needed for Bodoland University PhD admission?

Ans. Applicants need at least 55% in a relevant master’s degree. SC and ST applicants need 50%. In selected departments, candidates with UGC-NET or JRF may not have to take the university PhD entrance examination.

Ques. Can a student enter Bodoland University through a management or NRI seat?

Ans. No. The university has no management quota, NRI quota, or direct admission route. Seats are filled through entrance-based selection and merit counselling.

Ques. What happens during PG counselling at Bodoland University?

Ans. Students named on the PG merit list attend counselling and present their original documents for verification before admission is confirmed.

Ques. Where must the Bodoland University PhD registration form be submitted?

Ans. The PhD registration form is collected offline by the Bodoland University admission branch in Kokrajhar, Assam. The registration fee is INR 600.