Bengaluru City University (BCU), established in 1858 as part of Bangalore University and restructured in 2017 as a state university under the Karnataka State Legislature, is located on a 33-acre historic campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Formerly Bengaluru Central University, BCU is UGC-recognized, NAAC-accredited, and affiliated with 236 colleges across 13 legislative constituencies in Bengaluru. With 156 departments, it offers over 664 Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma, Certificate, and Ph.D. programs in Arts, Commerce, Science, Education, Management, and Global Languages. BCU follows the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) per UGC guidelines and aligns with NEP 2020, requiring 140 credits for UG and 180 for PG degrees. Admissions for 2025-26 are primarily merit-based for UG courses and entrance-based for programs like B.Tech (JEE Main/KCET), MBA (Karnataka PGCET/CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAH CET), MSc (Karnataka PGCET), and Ph.D. (university test or UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE). The application process is online via https://bcu.ac.in/ or the Unified University & College Management System (UUCMS) portal, with fees of INR 500 (INR 200 for SC/ST, INR 1,000 for B.Ed). The university has signed MoUs for international collaborations and offers modern facilities, including a library with over 250,000 books, hostels, and a placement cell with the highest package of INR 56 LPA in 2024. Below are the details for BCU admission 2025, including courses, eligibility, selection criteria, application process, and tentative dates.
Particulars | BCU Admission Highlights 2025 |
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Courses Offered | UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate, Ph.D. |
Popular Courses | B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, BCA, B.Des, MBA, M.Sc, MCA, MA |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based (UG, some PG); Entrance-based (B.Tech, MBA, MSc, Ph.D.) |
Entrance Exams Accepted | JEE Main/KCET (B.Tech), Karnataka PGCET (MSc, MBA), CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAH CET (MBA), UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE (Ph.D.), UUCMS/university tests (others) |
Application Mode | Fee |
Official Website | https://bcu.ac.in/ |
Event | Date |
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UG/PG Application Start Date | April 1, 2025 (Tentative) |
UG/PG Application Last Date | April 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
JEE Main 2025 (B.Tech) | January 22–31, 2025 (Tentative) |
KCET 2025 (B.Tech) | April 2025 (Tentative) |
Karnataka PGCET 2025 (MBA, MSc) | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. Application Last Date | June 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. Entrance Exam Date | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Merit List Release (UG/PG) | May–June 2025 (Tentative) |
Counseling/Seat Allotment | June–July 2025 (Tentative) |
B.Com is a full-time 3-year program offered in specializations like Accounting and Finance. Admission is merit-based via UUCMS.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Com |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Accounting, Finance, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) from a recognized board |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 via UUCMS |
Total Fees | INR 4,872–15,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
B.Sc is a full-time 3-year program offered in specializations like Physics, Chemistry, and Microbiology. Admission is merit-based via UUCMS.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Sc |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Physics, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in PCM/PCB |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 via UUCMS |
Total Fees | INR 35,612 per year (Average) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
BBA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based via UUCMS under CBCS.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | BBA |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | General, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in any stream |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 via UUCMS |
Total Fees | INR 20,000–30,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
BCA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based via UUCMS.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | BCA |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) with Mathematics |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 via UUCMS |
Total Fees | INR 20,000–30,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
B.Des is a full-time 4-year program offered in 12 specializations like Graphics Design. Admission is based on entrance exams like Pearl Academy Entrance Exam.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Des |
Duration | 4 Years |
Specializations | Graphics Design, Interior & Spatial Design, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 in any stream |
Selection Criteria | Pearl Academy Entrance Exam/NIFT/NID/UCEED/CEED + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 7,60,000–27,00,000 (Total, varies by specialization) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
B.Ed is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is based on a university-conducted entrance test.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Ed |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | University entrance test + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 20,000–30,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 1,000 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
MA is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like Political Science and Journalism. Admission is merit-based or via UUCMS/university test.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MA |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Political Science, Journalism, English, etc. |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | Merit or UUCMS/university test + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 10,000–20,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
M.Sc is a full-time 2-year program offered in specialisations like Biotechnology and Physics. Admission is based on Karnataka PGCET or university test.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Sc |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Biotechnology, Physics, Mathematics, etc. |
Eligibility | B.Sc with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | Karnataka PGCET or university test + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 20,000–40,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
MBA is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is based on Karnataka PGCET or national-level exams like CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAH CET.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MBA |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | General, Finance, Marketing, etc. |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Karnataka PGCET/CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAH CET (70%) + Counseling/GD (30%) |
Total Fees | INR 48,718 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
MCA is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is based on Karnataka PGCET or UUCMS-based merit.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MCA |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | BCA/B.Sc (Computer Science) with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Karnataka PGCET or UUCMS merit + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 30,000–40,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
Ph.D. is a full-time 3–5-year program offered in various disciplines. Admission is based on a university entrance test or UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE, followed by an interview.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Ph.D. |
Duration | 3–5 Years |
Specializations | Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, etc. |
Eligibility | Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | University test or UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE + Interview |
Total Fees | INR 25,000–40,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
Diploma and Certificate programs are 6-month to 1-year courses in specializations like Japanese, Italian, and Russian. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Diploma/Certificate |
Duration | 6 Months–1 Year |
Specializations | Japanese, Italian, Russian, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Merit in qualifying exam |
Total Fees | INR 5,000–15,000 (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 (INR 200 SC/ST) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://bcu.ac.in/ or UUCMS portal |
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