The central university, Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), has released the entrance test-based admission list for the 2026‑27 academic session. This year, candidates seeking admission to technical, professional, undergraduate-equivalent, postgraduate, and research-level courses are required to appear for the university’s entrance examination.
This process ensures competition and fairness in student selection, allowing for a more accurate and precise admission process compared to merit-only based selection.
Key Entrance Test-Based Courses
Undergraduate-Equivalent and Professional Courses:
Three-Year Polytechnic Diploma: Civil, Computer, Electronics, Information Technology, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Automobile, Textile Technology, and lateral entry into the second year.
Five-Year Integrated BA LLB: A combined program in Law and Arts.
Three-Year LLB: Undergraduate-level legal education.
Two-Year B.Ed.: Teacher education program.
Two-Year D.El.Ed.: Diploma in elementary education.
Postgraduate and Professional Courses:
Two-Year MBA: Business Management.
Two-Year MCA: Computer Applications.
Two-Year M.Ed.: Advanced Teacher Education.
For all the above courses, passing the university’s entrance examination is mandatory for admission.
Language and Postgraduate Courses Status
The university offers several language and PG subjects; however, not all are entrance test-based.
Entrance Test-Based Courses:
MA Arabic (Two Years)
MA Translation Studies (Two Years)
MA Urdu – Admission is based on merit or qualifying exam; no entrance test required.
Courses Based on Merit or Other Criteria:
MA Hindi, English, Persian, Urdu (in some cases)
Other PG subjects such as Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Women’s Studies, Journalism, and Mass Communication
This means that only select language and translation courses require an entrance test, while other courses admit students based on academic scores and merit.
Research-Level Courses
The university also conducts entrance test-based selection for research-level courses. Major subjects include:
Languages: Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Persian, Translation Studies
Social and Managerial Subjects: Economics, History, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology, Social Work, Women’s Studies, Journalism, Education
Science and Mathematics: Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology
Specialized Studies: Comparative Studies, Deccan Studies, Urdu Culture Studies, Law, Madrasa Language Education, Social Exclusion & Inclusion Policy, Health Sciences
For research-level courses, candidates must undergo document verification and fee payment after the entrance test.
Important Dates for Entrance Test-Based Courses
Application Start: 6 April 2026
Application Deadline: 27 April 2026
Admit Card Release: 15 May 2026
Entrance Exam: 19‑21 May 2026
Result & Answer Key: 22 May 2026
Final Admission Deadline: 15 July 2026
All dates are officially published in the university’s admission brochure.
Importance of the Entrance Test-Based System
The university’s system evaluates students’ knowledge, skills, and competitive abilities. It makes the selection process more transparent, fair, and comprehensive. Compared to merit-only admission, this system is more reliable. For the 2026‑27 academic year, MANUU’s entrance test-based program covers technical, professional, undergraduate-equivalent, postgraduate, and research-level courses. Some language and translation courses require entrance exams, while other PG subjects admit students based on merit or qualifying exams. This system allows candidates to plan their preparation strategy effectively and set clear admission goals.
