MDUCEE 2026 counselling offers approximately 450 to 500 seats across all seven participating Haryana state universities, covering M.Sc. and M.Pharma programs in six discipline groups — with counselling expected to begin on or around July 1, 2026.
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak conducts MDUCEE as a centralised entrance test for postgraduate science admissions across seven public universities in Haryana. Students who clear the MDUCEE 2026 cutoff participate in a single centralised online counselling hosted at the official admission portal. The total available seats span M.Sc. courses in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Forensic Science, as well as M.Pharma programs. Knowing the seat distribution across all seven universities helps you set realistic preferences and gauge competition before the choice-filling window opens.
- Total estimated seats: 450–500 across all seven universities (based on 2025 data; exact 2026 figures to be notified on the official portal).
- MDU Rohtak holds the largest seat share among participating institutions, with approximately 120 M.Sc. seats.
- Six program groups are covered: Life Sciences, Forensic Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics.
- Counselling is expected to begin around July 1, 2026, with 3 to 4 allotment rounds.
- Seat allotment is rank-based, with Haryana state reservation norms applied across all categories.
- BPSMV Khanpur Kalan is a women’s university — its seats are open only to female students.
| Direct Link to MDUCEE 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment (Official Portal) | mduadmission.samarth.edu.in |
About MDUCEE 2026 Counselling
MDUCEE — the MDU Common Entrance Exam — is a Haryana state-level postgraduate science entrance test conducted by Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. The exam is the qualifying gateway for M.Sc. and M.Pharma admissions at seven state universities. Qualifying students are invited to a centralised online counselling process hosted at mduadmission.samarth.edu.in. During counselling, you register, pay the counselling fee (typically INR 500–600), fill college and program preferences, and receive a seat allotment based on your rank, category, and seat availability. MDUCEE 2026 counselling is expected to commence around July 1, 2026, following result declaration.
Seven Participating Haryana Universities in MDUCEE 2026
The MDUCEE 2026 centralised counselling covers seats at the following seven government universities in Haryana. You can fill preferences for any or all of these institutions during the choice-filling window.
| S.No. | University | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) | Rohtak |
| 2 | Kurukshetra University (KU) | Kurukshetra |
| 3 | Chaudhary Devi Lal University (CDLU) | Sirsa |
| 4 | Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya (BPSMV) | Khanpur Kalan, Sonipat |
| 5 | Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology (DCRUST) | Murthal, Sonipat |
| 6 | Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University (CRSU) | Jind |
| 7 | Indira Gandhi University (IGU) | Meerpur, Rewari |
All seven universities are public state universities under the Government of Haryana. MDU Rohtak is the conducting body and also participates as an admitting institution. BPSMV Khanpur Kalan is a women’s university; only female students can be allotted seats there.
University-wise Seat Intake in MDUCEE 2026 Counselling
The table below shows the estimated seat intake at each participating university. These figures are based on 2025 counselling data and should be treated as expected numbers. The official 2026 seat matrix will be published on the admission portal before counselling opens.
| University | Estimated Seats (Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|
| Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak | ~120 |
| Kurukshetra University (KU), Kurukshetra | ~100 |
| Chaudhary Devi Lal University (CDLU), Sirsa | ~60 |
| Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya (BPSMV), Khanpur Kalan | ~50 (women only) |
| Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology (DCRUST), Murthal | ~60 |
| Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University (CRSU), Jind | ~50 |
| Indira Gandhi University (IGU), Meerpur, Rewari | ~40 |
| Total (Approximate) | ~480 |
MDU Rohtak and Kurukshetra University together account for nearly half the total seats in MDUCEE 2026 counselling. Students who are open to all seven universities significantly improve their chances of securing a seat, particularly in the first counselling round.
Program-wise Seat Distribution Across All Seven Universities
MDUCEE 2026 covers six program groups. The table below shows the major programs and their approximate combined seat count across all seven participating universities, based on previous year trends.
| Program Group | Programs Included | Approx. Combined Seats (All Universities) |
|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | M.Sc. Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology | ~130 |
| Chemistry | M.Sc. Chemistry | ~80 |
| Mathematics | M.Sc. Mathematics | ~80 |
| Physics | M.Sc. Physics | ~70 |
| Forensic Science | M.Sc. Forensic Science | ~50 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | M.Pharma | ~70 |
Life Sciences programs collectively hold the largest share of seats. Not all programs are available at every university — each institution offers a subset of the six groups. Check the official seat matrix to confirm which programs are available at your preferred university before filling choices.
How Seats Are Allocated in MDUCEE 2026 Counselling
Seat allocation in MDUCEE 2026 counselling follows a centralised merit-plus-preference model. Here is how the process works step by step:
- Merit rank: Your MDUCEE 2026 score determines your rank. Higher-ranked students get priority in seat allotment within each category.
- Category-wise reservation: Haryana state reservation norms apply — General (open), SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, ESM, and other categories each have a designated share of seats.
- Choice filling: You fill your preferred university–program combinations in priority order during the designated window on the official portal.
- Automatic allotment: The system allots you the best available option from your preference list based on your rank and category.
- Multiple rounds: Typically 3 to 4 counselling rounds are held. Vacated or surrendered seats are carried forward and offered in subsequent rounds.
- Seat confirmation: After each round, allotted students must confirm admission by paying the required fee online or reporting to the university within the stipulated deadline.
Students should fill preferences for as many university–program combinations as possible to maximise chances of getting a seat, especially if top-ranked universities fill up early in round one.
MDUCEE 2026 Counselling Seats FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available in MDUCEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. Based on 2025 data, approximately 450 to 500 seats are expected across all seven participating Haryana universities. The confirmed 2026 seat matrix will be published on mduadmission.samarth.edu.in before counselling begins around July 1, 2026.
Ques. Which universities participate in MDUCEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. Seven Haryana state universities participate: MDU Rohtak, Kurukshetra University, CDLU Sirsa, BPSMV Khanpur Kalan, DCRUST Murthal, CRSU Jind, and IGU Meerpur, Rewari. All are government universities funded by the Haryana government.
Ques. Which university has the highest number of seats in MDUCEE counselling?
Ans. Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, as the conducting body, typically offers the largest seat share — approximately 120 M.Sc. seats based on previous year data. Kurukshetra University follows with around 100 seats.
Ques. Are BPSMV Khanpur Kalan seats open to all students?
Ans. No. Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya (BPSMV), Khanpur Kalan is a women’s university. Its seats in MDUCEE 2026 counselling are reserved exclusively for female students.
Ques. How many counselling rounds are conducted for MDUCEE 2026?
Ans. Based on previous year patterns, MDUCEE counselling is conducted in 3 to 4 rounds. Seats that remain vacant or are surrendered after each round are offered in subsequent rounds until all seats are filled.
Ques. Which programs have the most seats in MDUCEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. Life Sciences programs — including M.Sc. Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, and Microbiology — together hold the largest number of seats (approximately 130 combined across all seven universities) based on 2025 trends.








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