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MJPRU Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Process, Selection Criteria
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Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Updated on 16 January 2026

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) manages admissions for over 20 courses across UG, PG, Diploma, and doctoral programs for the 2026 academic session. The university has digitized its admission process through the Samarth e-Governance Admission Portal. MJPRU Admissions are conducted through three modes: National and State level entrance exams (BTech, BPharm, MCA, MBA and others), University Entrance Exams (M.Ed, LLB and LLM) and Merit-basis (BA/BSc/BCom, MA/MSc/MCom, B.El.EdB.P.Ed, MSW, and others). Further, Admission MJPRU for PhD programmes are conducted on the basis of Research Entrance Test (RET) or JRF/NET score. 

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MJPRU Admission Key Dates

Admission Stage

Description 

Dates

MJPRU Admission Process Commencement 2026

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University will initiate online applications for various UG and PG courses via its official portal, mjpru.ac.in.

To be released soon for 2026 admissions (as of early 2026)

Application Start for All Courses

Online application forms for all courses will become available on the Samarth e-Governance Admission Portal.

10 March 2026 (Expected)

General Admission Last Date (Initial Phase)

The deadline for general admissions across various programs in Science, Commerce, Arts, Computer Application, and Pharmacy.

25 February 2026 (Expected)

Application Deadline for UG and PG Courses

Last date for submitting online applications for a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Expected: 15 March 2026 (Last week)

Application Deadline for UG, UG Diploma, and Certificate Courses

Final date for candidates to submit online registration forms for specific undergraduate, UG Diploma, and Certificate programs.

Expected: 15 April 2026

B.Tech Admission Process

Admission to the 4-year B.Tech course is based entirely on JEE Main rank; no direct admissions are offered.

Follows JEE Main 2026 counselling schedule

MBA Admission Process

Selection for the MBA program is based on valid scores obtained in the CUET PG examination.

Follows CUET PG 2026 schedule

M.Tech Admission Process

Admission to the M.Tech program is determined by the candidate's Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) scores.

Follows GATE 2026 counselling schedule

B.Pharm Admission Process

Candidates must successfully qualify in the UPCET exam for admission to the B.Pharm program.

Follows UPCET 2026 schedule

PhD Admission (RET Entrance)

Admission to PhD programs is based on the Research Eligibility Test (RET) conducted by the university.

RET 2026 dates to be announced

PhD Interview Dates Announcement (2025-26 Session)

Interview dates for PhD programs are announced after the RET entrance test results and document verification on the official university portal.

After RET 2025-26 results (for previous session)

LLB Admission Process

Admission to the LLB program is based on the MJPRU Entrance Exam, followed by an application procedure and fee payment.

MJPRU Entrance Exam 2026 dates to be announced

LL.M. Online Registration Forms

Online registration forms for the LL.M. Program are typically made available.

September 2026 (Expected)

CLAT 2026 Correction Window

The correction window for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 was activated.

Until November 9, 2025

CLAT 2026 Examination Date

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) for 2026 admissions will be conducted.

7 December 2025

B.SC. Zoology Admission Process

Involves online registration with the university and submission of the admission form with necessary documents like Aadhaar card and Class 10-12 mark sheets.

Refer to specific UG application deadlines

BMS Admission Process

Admission to the Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) program is conducted on a merit basis.

Refer to specific UG application deadlines

PhD Direct Admission for Fellowship Holders (2025)

50% of PhD seats are reserved for direct admission for fellowship holders, with online applications invited.

Online applications for 2025 session were invited (2026 dates expected)

MJPRU Admission: Coursewise Eligibility Criteria

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) offers over 20 courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, Diploma, and doctoral levels for the 2026 academic session. Admission to these programs is based on both academic merit and specific entrance examinations like JEE Main, CUET, and GATE. Take a look at the eligibility criteria and admission mode of some popular courses:

Course

Minimum Eligibility

Qualifying Exam

B.Tech

Class 12 with PCM (min 50% aggregate)

JEE Main Rank (as per counselling)

B.Ed

Class 12 graduate 

UP B.Ed JEE Score

B.Pharma

Class 12 with PCM or PCB

CUET Score (as per counselling)

B.SC. (General)

Class 12 (min 45-50% aggregate)

Merit-based Admission

BA

Class 12th education with minimum 50% aggregate

Merit-based Admission

BBA

Class 12th education with minimum 50% aggregate

Merit-based Admission

BCA

Class 12th education

with minimum 50% aggregate

Merit-based Admission

BHMCT

Class 12th education 

with minimum 50% aggregate

Merit-based Admission

LLB

Graduate in any discipline

MJPRU Entrance Exam

MBA

Graduate in any discipline

CUET Score

M.Tech

B.Tech degree in relevant branch

GATE

LL.M.

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

MJPRU Entrance Exam

PhD

Postgraduate degree in relevant discipline

RET Entrance Exam or JRF/NET Score

Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Class 10 with Mathematics

Merit-based Admission

UG Diploma

Class 12th education

Direct Admission

Certificate Courses

Class 10th/12th education (varies)

Direct Admission

BLIS

Graduate in any discipline

Merit-based Admission

M.Pharm

B.Pharm degree

GATE / University Entrance Exam

MSW

Graduate in any discipline

Merit-based Admission

MA

Graduate in any discipline

CUET PG entrance

PG Diploma

Graduate in any discipline

Merit-based Admission

Entrance Exams for MJPRU Admissions: JEE, CAT, GATE & Other Accepted Exams

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) accepts scores from several national-level entrance examinations for its diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programs for the 2026 academic session. Key exams include JEE Main for B.Tech, CUET-UG for various UG courses, and CUET-PG for most PG programs like MBA and MCA. The university also conducts its own entrance tests for specific courses such as LLB, LLM, M.Ed, and PhD admissions.

 

Exam Name

Eligible Courses at MJPRU

Registration Deadline (Expected 2026)

Exam Date 2026

JEE Main

B.Tech (all specializations)

December (for Jan session), March (for Apr session)

Session 1: January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28 & 29, 2026 Session 2: April 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8, 2026 

CUET-UG

BA, B.Sc, BCA, BBA, BHMCT, B.El.Ed, B.Lib.I.Sc, B.Com, BMS and other eligible UG courses

February – March

May 11 – 31, 2026

CUET-PG

MBA, MCA, M.Ed, M.Sc, MA, M.Com, MSW, M.Pharm

January

March 6 – 27, 2026

UP B.Ed JEE

B.Ed (2-year course)

February – March

April 26, 2026

GATE

M.Tech (all specializations)

September – October

February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026

MJPRU Entrance Exam

LLB (3-year course)

June

Expected in July/August 2026 (based on previous year schedule)

MJPRU Entrance Exam

LLM (2-year course)

June

Expected in July/August 2026 (based on previous year schedule)

MJPRU Entrance Exam

M.Ed (2-year course)

June

Expected in July/August 2026 (based on previous year schedule)

MJPRU Entrance Exam

PhD (all specializations)

July

Expected in July/August 2026 (based on previous year schedule)

 

UGC NET: December 2025 Cycle from 31 Dec 2025 to 7 Jan 2026. June 2026 cycle dates to be announced. 

How to Apply to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University: Step-by-Step Application Guide 2026

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Image Source: MJPRU Samarth Login Portal

 

Samarth e-Governance Portal acts as the official MJPRU Admission Portal. All UG, PG and PhD applications are accepted via this portal.  Here is a step-by-step process for MJPRU Admissions online:

  1. Visit the official Samarth Portal at mjpruadm.samarth.edu.inThis is the primary platform for all online applications for the 2026 academic session.
  2. Register as a new user on the portal by providing details like your name, email address, and mobile number. A unique registration ID and password will be generated for your future logins.
  3. Fill the application form with details like personal information, academic qualifications, and your preferred courses for the 2026 session.
  4. Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents, including your Aadhaar card and academic mark sheets. Ensure that all uploaded files adhere to the specified format and size guidelines.
  5. Pay the required application fee through available options such as credit card, debit card, or net banking. The application fee, once paid, is non-refundable as per university policy.
  6. Carefully review all the information entered in the application form before proceeding and submit the final application. 
  7. Print the confirmation receipt after successfully submitting your application. 

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University Seat Matrix 2026: Course-wise Seats & Category Reservation

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) offers several UG, PG and other programs. These courses are administered through the various departments. Further, besides the Bareilly campus, the university also has over 75 affiliated colleges. Take a look at the seats available in some of MJPRU’s major departments offering courses like BTech, LLB/LLM, BA and other courses:

Department / Subject

Seats Available

C. S. I. T. (Computer Science & Information Technology)

25

Electronics and Communication Engineering

20

Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

34

Electrical Engineering

6

Mechanical Engineering

19

Pharmacy

18

B.Ed / M.Ed / Education

103

Law

34

Business Administration

20

Applied Physics / Physics

130

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University Counselling Process

After qualifying the entrance exams, candidates seeking MJPRU admissions go through the counselling process. The final course/college allotment happens in the counselling process based on entrance scores. The counselling process for different entrance exams, and courses, are detailed below:

  • JEE Main-based B.Tech Counselling: B.Tech admissions at MJPRU are entirely based on JEE Main ranks. Counselling for MJPRU's B.Tech seats is conducted through the UPTAC process, overseen by AKTU. 
  • CUET Score Counselling: For MBA and various other UG/PG courses, selection is based on CUET scores. Candidates must register online via the Samarth e-Governance Admission Portal (mjpru.ac.in) for counselling.
  • MJPRU Entrance Exam: Admission MJPRU for LLB, LLM and M.Ed are conducted through university-level entrance exams. Counselling process and seat allocation are also conducted by the university itself. 
  • PhD Admissions: PhD admissions require qualifying the university's Research Entrance Test (RET). Interview dates are announced after the RET results and document verification for the 2025-26 session.
  • PhD Direct Admission: 50% of PhD seats are reserved for direct admission for fellowship holders. These candidates apply online, with eligibility verified by the university during admission.
  • Merit-based Admission Process: Courses like B.SC Zoology and BMS admit students based on academic merit. The process involves online registration, followed by submission of necessary documents like Aadhaar card and Class 10-12 mark sheets.
  • GATE Score Counselling (M.Tech): Admission to M.Tech programs at MJPRU is determined by valid GATE scores. Eligible B.Tech degree holders apply through the university's online application portal.
  • State Quota Admissions: As a government state university, MJPRU primarily caters to students from Uttar Pradesh. The majority of seats are allocated through state-specific counselling procedures, effectively functioning as a state quota.

Documents Required for MJPRU Admission: Complete Checklist

MJPRU admission requires candidates to submit a range of documents at application and admission stages. These documents help verify an applicant’s personal, residential, academic and other details. Candidates must keep physical and scanned copies of the following documents handy in the MJPRU admission process:

  • Recent passport-size colour photograph 
  • Candidate’s Signature 
  • Aadhaar Card (or any valid Photo ID proof)
  • Class 10 (High School) Marksheet and Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
  • Class 12 (Intermediate) Marksheet and Certificate
  • Graduation Marksheet and Degree Certificate (required for all PG courses)
  • Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
  • Income Certificate (for scholarship/reservation benefits, if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate of Uttar Pradesh (required for state quota benefits and most reservations)

Additional Documents (Typically needed at the time of admission)

  • Migration Certificate 
  • Transfer Certificate (TC)
  • Character Certificate 
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Valid Entrance Exam Scorecard

MPJRU Scholarships

MJPRU students can access state and national level scholarship schemes. These schemes provide merit based, need based and merit-cum-means based support to eligible students. Further, benefits include tuition fees waivers, maintenance allowance and more. Take a look at some popular scholarship options for MJPRU UG, PG and PhD students below:

Scholarship

Benefit

UP Post-Matric / Dashmottar Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General/EWS)

Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance (₹3,000 to ₹13,500 per year depending on course group, hosteller/day scholar status, and category).

UP Scholarship for General Category Students

Annual maintenance allowance: ₹6,000–₹13,500 (hosteller) or ₹3,000–₹7,000 (day scholar)

Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship 

₹12,000 per annum (UG level) / ₹20,000 per annum (PG level). For professional courses (e.g., B.Tech), ₹20,000 in 4th/5th year where applicable.

National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies

₹15,000 per month for 10 months (₹1,50,000 per year) for first-year PG students from economically weaker sections.

Post Graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holders

₹3,100 per month for PG students who are university rank holders.

Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child

₹3,100 per month for a single girl child pursuing PG courses.

Graduate Scholarship for Professional Courses for SC/ST (National)

Financial support (up to ₹7,800 per month in some cases) for SC/ST students in professional UG/PG courses.

Kanya Vidya Dhan Yojana

One-time incentive (₹20,000–₹30,000) for meritorious girl students enrolling in UG courses after Class 12.

Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF)

₹70,000–₹80,000 per month stipend + research grant (up to ₹2,00,000 annually) for outstanding PhD scholars in science/engineering.

UGC NET / CSIR JRF Fellowship

Monthly fellowship (JRF: ₹37,000; SRF: ₹42,000) + contingency grant for PhD research.

 

FAQs
 

How can I apply for admission to MJPRU in 2026?

MJPRU admissions 2026 for UG, PG and PhD involve online registration on the Samarth portal at mjpruadm.samarth.edu.in. Applicants must submit an admission form along with necessary documents such as Aadhaar card and Class 10-12 mark sheets. Admissions are conducted on an entrance and merit basis. 

What are the eligibility criteria for undergraduate courses at MJPRU?

MJPRU UG admissions require candidates to have passed Class 12th from a recognized board. However, the university requires entrance scores for courses like B.Tech (JEE Main), B.Ed (UP B.Ed JEE) and CUET UG (BA, BSc, BCA etc)

Which entrance exams does MJPRU accept for admission?

MJPRU accepts specific entrance exams for various programs. These include JEE Main (BTech), UP B.Ed JEE (B.Ed), CUET (other UG and PG courses) and GATE (MTech). PhD admissions are conducted through RET and UGC-NET/JRF exam scores. Further, MJPRU entrance exam is conducted for M.Ed, LLB and LLM admissions. 

What is the admission process for PhD programs at MJPRU for 2026?

PhD admission at MJPRU for the 2026 academic session involves an entrance test conducted by the university. Following the entrance test results, candidates undergo document verification and an interview. MJPRU also accepts UGC NET/JRF scores for PhD admissions. 

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