Question 1

Is there an entrance exam for Mumbai University UG admission 2026?

Accepted Answer

No entrance exam is required for BA, BCom, BSc, BAF, BFM, BBI, and BSc IT at MU-affiliated colleges. Admission is entirely merit-based on Class 12 marks. The centralised Samarth portal releases round-wise merit lists for all affiliated colleges.

Question 2

What is the minimum percentage for Mumbai University UG admission?

Accepted Answer

BCom, BMS, BAF, BFM, BBI, and BScIT require a minimum of 45% in Class 12. BSc requires Class 12 Science stream with 45%. BA requires only a Class 12 pass in any stream. Each affiliated college sets its own cut-off above these minimums based on total applications.

Question 3

What is the last date for Mumbai University UG admission 2026?

Accepted Answer

The last date for Mumbai University UG admission 2026 has been extended to July 15, 2026. An additional application window was also opened from June 5 to June 10, 2026, for remaining seats.

Question 4

How many merit lists does Mumbai University release for UG admission?

Accepted Answer

Mumbai University releases at least five merit lists each UG admission cycle. The fifth merit list for 2026 was published on June 16, 2026. Seats not filled after subsequent rounds may go to a spot round closer to the last date of admission.

Question 5

What is the MU LLM CET and how is selection done?

Accepted Answer

MU LLM CET is a computer-based entrance exam conducted by the University of Mumbai for the 2-year LLM programme. The 2026 exam had 50 MCQs in 60 minutes. General category candidates must score at least 40 marks out of 100 to qualify. Selection is based purely on CET merit.

Question 6

What is the application fee for Mumbai University admission 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Samarth portal charges INR 1,000 for General category and INR 500 for Reserved category candidates for both UG and PG applications. LLM CET has a separate fee of INR 1,000 plus GST (General) and INR 650 plus GST (Reserved).

Question 7

Does Mumbai University accept the CAT score for MBA admission?

Accepted Answer

MBA programmes at MU-affiliated institutes accept CAT, CMAT, MAT, and NMAT scores. Minimum eligibility is a UG degree with at least 45% marks. Each affiliated MBA institute sets its own composite score formula combining entrance exam percentile and graduation marks.

Question 8

What is the process for Mumbai University PhD admission 2026?

Accepted Answer

MU PhD admission requires a Masters degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD). Candidates must clear the MU PhD Entrance Test (PET). UGC NET, SET, and GATE holders are exempt from PET. Final selection includes a departmental interview. Check individual department pages at mu.ac.in for current 2026-27 schedules.

Question 9

Is there a management quota at Mumbai University?

Accepted Answer

Mumbai University does not offer a management quota. All seats across affiliated colleges are filled through merit lists based on Class 12 marks (UG) or graduation marks (PG), or through centralised entrance exams like the LLM CET.

Question 10

What scholarships are available for Mumbai University students?

Accepted Answer

The Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship offers up to INR 50,000 per year, with a 100% tuition fee waiver for female students. SC/ST/NT/DT/SBC students can access a financial assistance fund of INR 10 lakh per year. An EBC corpus fund of INR 1 crore supports economically backward students at affiliated colleges.

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