Sidho-Kanho-Birsha University (SKBU), established on July 6, 2010, under the Sidho Kanho Birsha University Act, 2010, is a public state university in Purulia, West Bengal. Named after tribal leaders Sidhu Murmu, Kanhu Murmu, and Birsa Munda, SKBU spans a 12.84-hectare campus and is affiliated with 31 colleges (21 degree colleges, 10 B.Ed./professional colleges). It is UGC-recognized, NAAC-accredited (B+ grade in 2014), and approved by AICTE, NCTE, MCI, and MHRD. SKBU offers 299 Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma, PG Diploma, Certificate, and Ph.D. programs across 56 courses in Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, and Performing Arts, with a focus on indigenous culture, particularly the Santali language. Admissions for 2025-26 are merit-based for UG courses (based on 10+2 marks) and a mix of merit-based and entrance-based for PG courses, with university-conducted entrance exams for select programs like MA, MSc, and MBA. Ph.D. admissions require a university entrance test (RET) or NET qualification, followed by an interview. New PG courses for 2025-26 include Master of Sports Science, LLM, MSc in Biotechnology, and integrated B.Sc/M.Sc. in Psychology and B.Lib. I.Sc/M.Lib.I.Sc. The application process is online via https://www.skbu.ac.in/, with fees of INR 300–500. Below are the details for SKBU admission 2025, including courses, eligibility, selection criteria, application process, and tentative dates.
Particulars | SKBU Admission Highlights 2025 |
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Courses Offered | UG, PG, Diploma, PG Diploma, Certificate, Ph.D. |
Popular Courses | BA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Ed, MA, M.Sc, MBA, LLM, Ph.D. |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based (UG, some PG); Entrance-based (some PG, Ph.D.) |
Entrance Exams Accepted | SKBU Entrance Test, RET (Ph.D.), NET (Ph.D. exemption) |
Application Mode | Fee |
Official Website | https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
Event | Date |
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UG/PG Application Start Date | April 1, 2025 (Tentative) |
UG/PG Application Last Date | May 31, 2025 (Tentative) |
SKBU Entrance Test (PG) | June 1–15, 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. Application Last Date | June 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. RET/Interview | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Merit List Release (UG/PG) | June 2025 (Tentative) |
Counseling/Seat Allotment | July–August 2025 (Tentative) |
Note: Dates are tentative except for the application deadline (May 31, 2025), based on search results.
BA is a full-time 3-year program offered in specializations like Political Science, History, and English. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | BA/BA (Hons.) |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Political Science, History, English, Bengali, Santali, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) from a recognized board |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 (CBSE or equivalent) |
Total Fees | INR 2,700–3,500 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 300 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
B.Sc is a full-time 3–5-year program offered in specializations like Geology, Botany, and Computer Science. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Sc/B.Sc (Hons.) |
Duration | 3–5 Years |
Specializations | Geology, Botany, Chemistry, Zoology, Computer Science, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in PCM/PCB |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 (CBSE or equivalent) |
Total Fees | INR 3,500–9,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 300 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
B.Com is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Com/B.Com (Hons.) |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Accounting, Finance, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 |
Total Fees | INR 3,000–5,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 300 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
BCA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based.
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 |
Total Fees | INR 10,000–15,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 300 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
B.Ed is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is merit-based with a possible 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), age <37 by June 30, 2025 |
Selection Criteria | Merit in bachelor’s degree, possible SKBU entrance test |
Total Fees | INR 20,000–30,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
MA is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like Anthropology & Tribal Studies, Bengali, and Geography. Admission is entrance-based, with 80% seats reserved for SKBU graduates.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MA |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Anthropology & Tribal Studies, Bengali, Economics, Education, English, Geography, etc. |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 40,000–50,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies, 80% reserved for SKBU graduates |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
M.Sc is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like Chemistry, Physics, and Biotechnology (new). Admission is entrance-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Sc |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Geography, Biotechnology, etc. |
Eligibility | B.Sc with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 80,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
M.Com is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is entrance-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Com |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Accounting, Finance, etc. |
Eligibility | B.Com with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 40,000–50,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
MBA/PGDM is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is entrance-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MBA/PGDM |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | General, HR, Finance, etc. |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 80,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
LLM is a new full-time 2-year program. Admission is entrance-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | LLM |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | LLB with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 40,000–50,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
MJMC (Master of Journalism and Mass Communication) is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is entrance-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MJMC |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 40,000–50,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
Integrated courses (B.Sc./M.Sc. in Psychology, B.Lib.I.Sc./M.Lib.I.Sc.) are full-time 5-year programs. Admission is entrance-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Integrated B.Sc./M.Sc., B.Lib.I.Sc./M.Lib.I.Sc. |
Duration | 5 Years |
Specializations | Psychology, Library & Information Science |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | SKBU entrance test + Personal interview |
Total Fees | INR 50,000–60,000 (Total, Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
Diploma and Certificate programs are 1-year courses in Chhau Dance and Jhumur. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Diploma/Certificate |
Duration | 1 Year |
Specializations | Chhau Dance, Jhumur |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | Merit in 10+2 |
Total Fees | INR 3,500–10,000 (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 300 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
Ph.D. is a full-time 3–5-year program. Admission is based on RET or NET, followed by an interview.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Ph.D. |
Duration | 3–5 Years |
Specializations | Arts, Science, Commerce, etc. |
Eligibility | Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) |
Selection Criteria | RET or NET + Interview |
Total Fees | INR 15,000–25,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.skbu.ac.in/ |
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