Nilamber-Pitamber University (NPU), established on January 17, 2009, under the Jharkhand State University Act, 2000, is a public state university in Medininagar (formerly Daltonganj), Palamu, Jharkhand. Named after freedom fighters Nilamber and Pitamber, NPU is UGC-recognised and governs four constituent colleges, eight affiliated colleges, two engineering colleges, one dental college, and two education colleges. Located 150 km from Ranchi, the 67-acre campus features digital language labs, ICT labs, smart classrooms, hostels, and a library. NPU offers Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Ph.D. programs in streams like Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Education, Medicine, Law, and Dental Studies. Admissions for the 2025-26 academic year are primarily merit-based for UG and PG courses, based on 10+2 or bachelor’s degree marks, respectively. Entrance exams are required for specific courses: JEE Main or JCECE for B.Tech, NEET for BDS, JCECE for MCA, and university-conducted tests for Ph.D. The application process is online via the university portal (npu.ac.in) or offline at the admission office, with fees ranging from INR 450–900. NPU collaborates with the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) for soft skill-based add-on courses to enhance employability. Below are the details for NPU admission 2025, including courses, eligibility, selection criteria, application process, and tentative dates.
Particulars | NPU Admission Highlights 2025 |
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Courses Offered | UG, PG, Ph.D. |
Popular Courses | B.A, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Tech, BDS, B.Ed, M.A, M.Sc, MCA, MBA |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based for most UG/PG; Entrance-based for B.Tech, BDS, MCA, Ph.D. |
Entrance Exams Accepted | JEE Main, JCECE (B.Tech, MCA), NEET (BDS), CUET (some UG), university tests (Ph.D.) |
Application Mode | Fee |
Official Website | https://npu.ac.in/ |
Event | Date |
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UG/PG Application Start Date | February 24, 2025 (Tentative) |
UG/PG Application Last Date | March 18, 2025 (Tentative) |
JEE Main 2025 (B.Tech) | January 22–31, 2025 (Tentative) |
JCECE 2025 (B.Tech, MCA) | June 2025 (Tentative) |
NEET 2025 (BDS) | May 4, 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. Application Last Date | June 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. Entrance Exam Date | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Merit List Release (UG/PG) | April–May 2025 (Tentative) |
Counseling/Seat Allotment | June–July 2025 (Tentative) |
B.A (Hons.) is a full-time 3-year program offered in specializations like English, Hindi, History, and Economics. Admission is merit-based or via CUET UG.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.A (Hons.) |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | English, Hindi, History, Economics, Political Science, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) from a recognized board |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 or CUET UG score |
Total Fees | INR 975–3,195 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
B.Sc (Hons.) is a full-time 3-year program offered in specializations like Physics, Chemistry, and Zoology. Admission is merit-based or via CUET UG.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Sc (Hons.) |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Zoology, Botany, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) in PCM/PCB |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 or CUET UG score |
Total Fees | INR 3,000–5,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
B.Com (Hons.) is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based or via CUET UG.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Com (Hons.) |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Accounting |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 or CUET UG score |
Total Fees | INR 3,000–5,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
B.Tech is a full-time 4-year program offered in specializations like Computer Science & Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Admission is based on JEE Main or JCECE scores.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Tech |
Duration | 4 Years |
Specializations | Computer Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks in PCM; valid JEE Main or JCECE score |
Selection Criteria | JEE Main or JCECE score + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 40,000–60,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 900 (General), INR 450 (SC/ST/Female) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/ |
BDS is a full-time 5-year program offered at Vananchal Dental College & Hospital. Admission is based on NEET scores.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) |
Duration | 5 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks in PCB; valid NEET score |
Selection Criteria | NEET score + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 50,000–70,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 900 (General), INR 450 (SC/ST/Female) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/ or https://nta.ac.in/ |
B.Ed is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is merit-based or via a state-level 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 | Merit in qualifying degree or state entrance test + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 20,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
M.A is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like History, Political Science, and Hindi. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.A |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | History, Political Science, Hindi, Economics, etc. |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | Merit in qualifying degree |
Total Fees | INR 1,810–2,715 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
M.Sc is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like Physics, Chemistry, and Zoology. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Sc |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, etc. |
Eligibility | B.Sc with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | Merit in qualifying degree |
Total Fees | INR 1,810–2,715 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
M.Com is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Com |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | B.Com with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Merit in qualifying degree |
Total Fees | INR 1,810–2,715 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 450 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
MCA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is based on JCECE or CET scores.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MCA |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) and Mathematics at 10+2 or degree level; valid JCECE/CET score |
Selection Criteria | JCECE/CET score + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 30,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 900 (General), INR 450 (SC/ST/Female) |
How to apply | Apply online at https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/ |
Ph.D. is a full-time 3–5-year program offered in various disciplines. Admission is based on a university-conducted entrance test, NET, GATE, or SLET scores, with preference for M.Phil. holders.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Ph.D. |
Duration | 3–5 Years |
Specializations | Varies (e.g., Science, Humanities, Social Sciences) |
Eligibility | Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST); NET/GATE/SLET/M.Phil. preferred |
Selection Criteria | University entrance test or NET/GATE/SLET + Interview |
Total Fees | INR 25,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 900 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://npu.ac.in/ or offline at NPU office |
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