Ques. What is ET-CU and is it the same as NTA CUET?
Ans. ET-CU is Christ University’s own entrance test, formally known as CUET (Christ University Entrance Test). It is entirely different from the NTA CUET conducted by the National Testing Agency for central universities. ET-CU is a remote-proctored online CBT with 120 questions in 90 minutes, conducted multiple times a year by Christ University itself. NTA CUET scores are not accepted for Christ University admission.
Ques. What is the minimum percentage needed to apply to Christ University for UG?
Ans. General category candidates must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Class 12 from any recognised board (Karnataka PUC, CBSE, ISC, NIOS, IGCSE, IB, or any State Board). SC and ST candidates need a minimum of 45%. For Law programmes (BA LLB and BBA LLB), the minimum is 45% for all categories.
Ques. What happens after the ET-CU result? Is there a campus visit required?
Ans. Yes. After ET-CU results are declared (within 48 hours of the exam), shortlisted candidates are called to the Christ University campus for Skill Assessment, Micro Presentation, and Personal Interview. These stages are conducted in person on campus and are mandatory for admission to most ET-CU programmes.
Ques. Which entrance exams does Christ University accept for MBA admission?
Ans. Christ University MBA admission 2026 accepts scores from CAT (min 60th percentile), XAT (60th percentile), CMAT (60th percentile), ATMA (60th percentile), MAT (min 600), GMAT FOCUS (min 450), and GRE (min 295). Scores must be from tests taken in 2025 or 2026. No Christ University-specific entrance test is required for MBA.
Ques. Is work experience mandatory for Christ University MBA?
Ans. Work experience is not mandatory for the regular MBA programme at Christ University. It is required only for the Dual MBA programme offered in collaboration with THWS, Germany, where a minimum of one year of work experience must be demonstrated before applying.
Ques. Can a Class 12 appearing student apply for Christ University admission?
Ans. Yes. Students appearing for Class 12 exams in 2026 are eligible to apply. They can submit Class 10 and Class 11 marks at the time of application. The final Class 12 marksheet must be submitted before completing admission formalities. The offer of admission is conditional until Class 12 results meet the minimum percentage requirement.
Ques. Is management quota or direct admission available at Christ University?
Ans. Christ University does not have a publicly notified management quota for Indian resident candidates. All merit-track seats are filled through the entrance test and selection process. A separate NRI and International quota exists for NRIs, PIOs, OCIs, SAARC nationals, and foreign nationals, with its own selection process and application portal.
Ques. How many ET-CU sessions are held and can I choose my session?
Ans. Christ University holds multiple ET-CU sessions each year. For 2026, Session 1 was on 7 to 8 December 2025, Session 2 on 6 April 2026, and Session 3 on 7 May 2026. Candidates may apply for any open session. Once a slot is booked, rescheduling of the entrance test is not permitted under any circumstances.
Ques. What is the eligibility for Christ University PhD admission?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree with at least 55% aggregate from a recognised university. Candidates with UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE qualification, or an M.Phil degree are exempted from the written entrance test but must still attend the Skill Assessment and Research Proposal Presentation. The PhD application fee is INR 5,000 (non-refundable).
Ques. What scholarships are available at Christ University for 2026 admissions?
Ans. Christ University offers merit scholarships with a fee waiver of up to 50% for programmes with fees up to INR 10,000, 25% for fees between INR 10,000 and INR 25,000, and 10% for fees above INR 25,000. Need-based financial assistance is also available, with concessions of up to 90% for eligible economically weaker students. Scholarship eligibility is reassessed each year based on in-semester academic performance and attendance.
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Basic eligibility for the program is a pass at the +2 level (Karnataka PUC / ISC / CBSE / NIOS / State Boards) Examination from any recognized Board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Candidates should have studied Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at the Class XII level and obtained a minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics. Candidates who have successfully completed the 3-year diploma in Engineering are eligible to apply for lateral entry into engineering programs.
Yes, sure you can indeed get direct admission at CU Bangalore via management quota, for which you need to contact the college at:080 4012 9400.
Yes, indeed, you can surely get direct admission to CU Bangalore based on management quota for which you need to contact the college at: 080 4012 9400.
You need to have passed your B.Sc with 50% minimum aggregate and then apply for the PG entrance test to get admission and the selection will be done by a Micro-presentation, Personal Interview and Academic performance.
Hi Yamini, the admission in MCA at Christ University is given through merit secured in the last qualifying examination. You can apply for admissions at official website of university.
Students seeking admission to the M.Sc Physics course of Christ University must have a bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate marks and a minimum of 50% marks in Physics from any recognised University.