Bharathiar University Coimbatore Admission 2026: Process, Eligibility & Selection Criteria

Bharathiar University's admission process is based on merit.  UG and most PG programs, with entrance exams required for select courses which include MBA, MCA, certain M.Sc specialisations, B.P.Ed/M.P.Ed, and PhD. Admissions for tnew academic year are managed online, with applications typically opening in May-June and deadlines around June 2026. The process adheres to Tamil Nadu Government reservation policies.

Undergraduate Eligibility: Pass in 10+2 or equivalent, minimum 45-55% aggregate. Also, relaxations for reserved categories. 

Postgraduate Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with minimum of 50-55% (45-50% for reserved categories).

• Selection:
  • Most programs: Merit-based on UG marks (up to 5th semester/2nd year; excludes languages and optional subjects).

  • Entrance-based: University-conducted test for certain M.Sc/MA specialisations, B.P.Ed/M.P.Ed.

    MBA/MCA: TANCET scores accepted (state-level exam by Anna University); may include university test.

     

Online Admission Process

• Application Mode: Fully online via the university portal (fms.b-u.ac.in/admission or b-u.ac.in).
• Application Fee: ₹400 per program (₹200 for SC/ST candidates; provide community certificate).
  Steps: Register online, fill the form, pay fee (Net Banking/Debit/Credit/NEFT/UPI), submit with documents. Separate applications are required for each program.
• Preferences: Applicants can list up to two alternative courses; if not selected for the primary, they may be considered for preferences (separate fee applies).
  Selection: Merit lists based on qualifying exam marks, counselling/document verification follows.
• Reservations & Aids: Follows Tamil Nadu norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS). Free education scheme for one meritorious low-income student per department (family income ₹2 lakhs). Fee exemptions for certain categories.