RGU Itanagar Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

RGU UG Admission 2026

Rajiv Gandhi University admission to all UG programmes is based entirely on CUET-UG 2026 scores. No separate RGU entrance test is held. The BA-B.Ed. Integrated Teacher Education Programme is the only exception and admits through NCET-2026 conducted by NTA.

RGU Itanagar UG Important Dates 2026

RGU FYUP Eligibility Criteria

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RGU Itanagar UG Selection Criteria

Selection is based on CUET-UG 2026 score. RGU applies category reservation and weightages before preparing the merit list.

• BFA and B.Mus: CUET-UG score plus a skill test at the RGU campus by the concerned department.
• BA-B.Ed. ITEP: NCET-2026 score only, not CUET-UG.
• Tiebreaker: Qualifying exam percentage is used first. Date of birth applies if the percentage is also equal.
• Sports bonus: 10% for representing India internationally; 5% for state representation at the national level; 3% for inter-university representation.
• NSS weightage: 0.6 percentage points for 240 hours of service; 0.3 for 120 hours.
• NCC weightage: 0.6 points for C-certificate holders; 0.3 points for B-certificate holders.

As per Collegedunia Reviews, RGU’s campus on Rono Hills is described as peaceful and scenic with diverse students from tribal communities across the Northeast. Faculty are largely PhD-qualified and dedicated. Students from outside Arunachal Pradesh find the campus welcoming, with no reported discrimination.

How to Apply for RGU FYUP Admission?

• Appear for CUET-UG 2026 conducted by NTA. Register at cuet.nta.nic.in.
• After the CUET-UG result, visit rguadm.samarth.edu.in and register on the RGU admission portal.
• Select the desired programme. Upload self-attested documents: Class X and XII marksheets, transfer certificate, conduct certificate, CUET-UG scorecard, and recent photograph.
• Pay the application fee online on the portal.
• For BFA and B.Mus, attend the departmental skill test at RGU campus when notified.
• After merit list publication, pay the semester fee to confirm the seat before July 31, 2026.
• Submit original College Leaving Certificate or Migration Certificate to the department at admission.

RGU PG Admission 2026

Rajiv Gandhi University admission to all postgraduate programmes runs through CUET-PG 2026 scores. RGU offers 60 PG programmes across 15 MA subjects, sciences, management, commerce, engineering, law, physical education, library science, performing arts, and agriculture. The CUET-PG 2026 result was declared April 24, 2026.

RGU Itanagar PG Admission Dates 2026

As per Collegedunia Reviews, MBA and M.Sc. students appreciate RGU’s affordable fee structure and well-stocked central library. Multiple reviewers cited the coaching centre for SC, ST, OBC, and minority students as a key benefit. A high NET and SLET clearing rate among RGU graduates is a frequently noted positive.

RGU PG Eligibility Criteria

MBA at RGU has 53 seats and requires any bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks. MCA has 55 seats and requires a B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. (CS/IT). M.Tech (CSE and ECE) each have 22 seats; GATE score holders are given preference.

Read More: RGU Itanagar Cutoff 2026

RGU PG Selection Criteria

Selection is based on CUET-PG 2026 score with two official weightages applied by RGU before preparing the merit list.

• RGU affiliated college graduates: 10% of the CUET-PG percentage score is added. A score of 45 becomes 49.5.
• APST candidates from other UGC universities: 5% of the CUET-PG percentage score is added.
• M.P.Ed. composite score: CUET-PG carries 60% weight. Physical Fitness Test carries 20%. Sports Skill Proficiency Test carries 20%. Minimum 55% is required in the Physical Fitness Test to qualify for the skills round.
• GATE preference: Candidates with a valid GATE score are given preference in M.Tech (CSE) and M.Tech (ECE) admissions.
• Tiebreaker: Qualifying exam percentage is used first. Date of birth applies next if the tie persists.
• NSS and NCC weightages (same as FYUP) are applied over and above the CUET-PG score.

As per Collegedunia Reviews, some PG students note that the curriculum is theory-heavy and would benefit from more practical components. Placement visits by companies are limited due to RGU’s location in Arunachal Pradesh. Students are encouraged to pursue off-campus opportunities and government sector jobs where RGU’s central university brand carries weight.

How to Apply for RGU PG Admission?

• Appear for CUET-PG 2026. Register at the NTA portal for the relevant subject code.
• After result, register on the RGU admission portal at rguadm.samarth.edu.in.
• Upload graduation marksheets, transfer certificate, CUET-PG scorecard, category certificate if applicable, and photograph.
• If already shortlisted and selected: pay the seat retention fee by July 7, 2026 using the link at admissions.rgu.ac.in.
• For M.P.Ed.: await the Physical Fitness Test notification from the RGU Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences.
• Submit original College Leaving Certificate or Migration Certificate to the department at admission.

RGU B.Ed. and B.P.Ed. Admission 2026

Rajiv Gandhi University admission to B.Ed. and B.P.Ed. uses CUET-PG 2026 scores. B.P.Ed. adds a physical fitness test and sports skill test at the RGU campus. Both programmes have a two-year duration and are recognised by NCTE.

RGU B.Ed. and B.P.Ed. Eligibility Criteria

As per Collegedunia Reviews, the B.Ed. programme at RGU is sought after in Northeast India for its NCTE recognition and affordable fees. Reviewers mention that the Department of Education has experienced faculty. In-service teachers deputed by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh find the programme well-suited to their professional needs.

RGU B.Ed. and B.P.Ed. Selection Process

B.Ed. admission uses CUET-PG scores as the primary criterion. Out of 100 seats, a few are reserved for deputed teachers nominated by the Arunachal Pradesh Department of Education. Paid B.Ed. seats carry an extra fee of INR 25,000 per semester over the regular fee.

• B.Ed. Paid seats: Filled through CUET-PG merit. Same reservation rules apply.
• In-service candidates: Must submit a No Objection Certificate and two-year leave approval letter from the employer.
• B.P.Ed. selection components: CUET-PG score plus Physical Fitness Test (50m sprint, standing broad jump, medicine ball throw, 1000m run) plus Sports Skill Proficiency Test in one chosen sport.
• Qualifying mark for Physical Fitness Test: 55% for all candidates. Only those who qualify in the fitness test proceed to the skills test.
• Sports bonus marks for B.P.Ed.: Up to 10 marks for representing India internationally. Up to 8 marks for a first-place finish at All India or Inter-University level.
• Medical test: Final B.P.Ed. admission is subject to clearance of a medical examination at the RGU University Health Centre.
• B.P.Ed. students are required to reside in the hostel throughout the course.

How to Apply for RGU B.Ed. and B.P.Ed. Admission?

• Register and appear for CUET-PG 2026 with the applicable test paper code as per NTA bulletin.
• After result, apply on rguadm.samarth.edu.in and select B.Ed. or B.P.Ed.
• For B.P.Ed.: await the Physical Fitness Test date notification from the RGU Physical Education Department.
• Deputed teacher candidates must additionally submit an NOC and leave approval letter from the employer.
• Complete admission and fee payment at the Department of Education or Physical Education by August 7, 2026.

RGU PhD Admission 2026

Rajiv Gandhi University PhD admission for the July 2026 cycle is open. RGU offers PhD in 37 departments spanning arts, sciences, agriculture, engineering, management, law, and social sciences. Admission is based on UGC, CSIR, ICAR, or GATE NET credentials.

RGU PhD Admission Dates 2026

RGU PhD Eligibility Criteria

RGU PhD Selection Process

RGU follows UGC 2022 regulations for PhD admission. Candidates with valid NET or JRF or GATE scores are shortlisted by the concerned department. Shortlisted candidates appear for a viva voce on the RGU campus.

• SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwD candidates get 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.
• Departmental merit lists are published on the admission portal after the viva voce.
• PhD fee (first semester): INR 14,850 for lab-oriented programmes; INR 12,850 for non-lab programmes. Semester continuation fee thereafter: INR 3,900 and INR 3,400 respectively.

How to Apply for RGU PhD Admission?

• Ensure a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, ICAR-NET, or GATE score is available.
• Apply on the RGU PhD admission portal at rguadm.samarth.edu.in.
• Upload Master’s degree marksheets, NET or GATE scorecard, category certificate, and photograph.
• Await shortlisting and viva voce notification from the concerned department.
• Appear for the viva voce at RGU campus, Doimukh, Itanagar.
• Complete admission by August 14, 2026 for the July 2026 session.

RGU Scholarships

RGU students can apply for several scholarship schemes through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. PhD research scholars in sciences and social sciences can additionally apply for RGNF and INSPIRE fellowships through UGC.

• PG Scholarship for SC/ST Students: For students enrolled in professional PG programmes. Apply through the NSP portal.
• PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child: For students who are the only child in their family.
• PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders: For students securing first or second rank in the undergraduate university examination.
• Post-Matric Scholarship for Minority Communities: For students from minority communities as notified by the Government of India.
• Scholarships for Students with Disabilities: For PwD students enrolled in higher education under GOI norms.
• RGNF and INSPIRE Fellowships: For PhD scholars in sciences and social sciences. Apply through UGC and DST portals respectively.