About Central University of South Bihar

The Central University of South Bihar is a public central university established by an Act of Parliament. It is accredited with Grade A++ by NAAC and has been recognised as a Category-I University by UGC, which signifies a high degree of academic autonomy and consistent quality benchmarks. The campus is located at N.H.-120, Gaya-Panchanpur Road, Post-Fatehpur, Gaya (Bihar) - 824236. CUSB is among the leading central universities in eastern India and offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes spanning the sciences, humanities, social sciences, commerce, law, education, library science, and pharmaceutical sciences.

List of 29 PG Programmes Offered (2026-27)

For the academic year 2026-27, CUSB has notified admission to 29 Postgraduate programmes. Admission to every programme will be granted strictly on the basis of the CUET (PG) 2026 score in the relevant Question Paper Code (QP Code) prescribed by the University for the respective programme.

Registration Fee (Non-Refundable)

The registration fee must be paid separately for each programme. Candidates applying for more than one programme will be required to pay the prescribed registration fee individually for each application.

CUSB PG Admission 2026: Complete Timeline

The following schedule has been officially released by the Controller of Examinations, CUSB, vide notification F.No.- CUSB/Acad/2-21/2026/AE 886 dated 25 May 2026. Candidates are advised to bookmark these dates so that no admission round is missed.

Eligibility & CUET (PG) 2026 Requirement

The core eligibility requirement is that the candidate must have appeared in CUET (PG) 2026 conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Each programme has a specific Question Paper Code (QP Code) prescribed by the University. A candidate must have appeared in the correct QP Code applicable to the programme of choice, in addition to meeting the prescribed academic qualifications.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process

The entire application process is conducted online through the SAMARTH Portal. Follow the steps below to complete your registration without errors:

1. Visit the official portal: Open cusbcuet.samarth.edu.in/pg in your browser.
2. New Registration: Create an account using a valid email address and active mobile number. Verify both using the OTP received.
3. Personal & Academic Details: Fill in your CUET (PG) 2026 application number, score, category, and qualifying degree information.
4. Programme Selection: Select the programme(s) you wish to apply for. A separate registration fee is payable for each programme.
5. Document Upload: Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents (the complete list is given below).
6. Fee Payment: Pay the prescribed registration fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
7. Final Submit & Print: Submit the application and save a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
8. Correction Window (05.06.2026): If you notice any error after submission, you may use the one-day correction window to update your details.

Documents Required for Registration

Scanned copies of the following original documents must be uploaded at the time of registration. Incomplete applications or applications submitted without the requisite documents will not be considered for admission.

• CUET (PG) 2026 Scorecard / Admit Card
• Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate (used as proof of date of birth)
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate
• Qualifying Degree marksheets of all semesters or years
• Qualifying Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate
• Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS), if applicable
• PwD Certificate, if applicable
• Recent passport size photograph and scanned signature
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence)
• Migration Certificate, if applicable
• Undertaking in the prescribed format (Annexure-VI), if any document is pending

Important Points to Remember

Complete Instructions for Candidates (Summarized)

The official CUSB notification specifies 24 detailed instructions covering every stage from registration to physical reporting. Below is a structured summary grouped by the stage of the admission process, so that no important rule is missed.

1. Separate fee per programmeCandidates applying for more than one programme must pay the prescribed registration fee separately for each application (₹500 General/OBC/EWS, ₹200 SC/ST/PwD).
2. Mandatory document uploadScanned copies of all documents listed in Annexure-V must be uploaded at the time of registration. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. Undertaking for pending documentsIf any document such as final marksheet, degree certificate, migration certificate, or CLC is not yet available, upload the undertaking in the format prescribed at Annexure-VI in place of that document.
4. Correction windowAny errors in the submitted application can be corrected only on 05 June 2026 through the SAMARTH Portal. After this date, no edits will be permitted.

1. Cut-off publicationProgramme-wise cut-off marks for each round will be notified on the official University website www.cusb.ac.in. Candidates must check the website on each cut-off date.
2. Admission Fee for blocking the seatOnly candidates who secure the announced cut-off in a round are eligible to pay the Admission Fee (One time + 1st Semester) as per Annexure-IV, through the SAMARTH Portal within the notified dates.
3. No guaranteed admissionMere registration or payment of the Admission Fee does not guarantee admission. Final admission depends on merit, eligibility verification, document verification, and seat availability.
4. Excess applicants and waitlistIf the number of fee-paying candidates exceeds the sanctioned intake in a programme, admission will be granted strictly in order of CUET (PG) 2026 merit. Remaining candidates will be placed on the merit-based waitlist for subsequent rounds.
5. Tie-breaking ruleIf two candidates score equal in CUET (PG) 2026, the CGPA/marks in the qualifying degree will be used as the tie-breaker. If still tied, the candidate senior in age will be given preference. If only one candidate's qualifying result is declared, that candidate is preferred.
6. Automatic consideration in next roundsCandidates who deposited the Admission Fee but did not secure admission in a particular round due to lower rank remain in the waitlist and are auto-considered for the next round, subject to seat availability.

1. Refund if no admission grantedIf a candidate fails to secure admission by the end of the entire admission process, the Admission Fee will be refunded. The refund process begins after October 2026.
2. Refund mode and limitsThe refundable amount will be credited only to the same bank account or payment mode used for the original transaction. The Registration Fee of ₹500/₹200 is strictly non-refundable.
3. Cancellation only via SAMARTH PortalWithdrawal or cancellation of admission must be initiated only through the SAMARTH Portal. Requests by email, phone, or any offline mode will be rejected.
4. Cancellation is finalOnce a candidate cancels admission via the portal, the candidature is permanently removed from the merit list and waitlist. No re-registration claim will be entertained.
5. UGC-aligned refund policyAll fee refunds are governed by the latest UGC guidelines and the refund policy adopted by CUSB from time to time.

1. Appearing candidates can applyCandidates awaiting the qualifying degree result may apply, but the admission remains provisional. Proof of passing must be produced at the time of physical verification.
2. Must have appeared in final examCandidates must have appeared in the final semester/year exam of the qualifying degree before classes start. If found still pursuing the qualifying degree during the 1st Semester at CUSB, admission will be cancelled immediately.
3. Deadline for pending documentsAll documents submitted in lieu of undertaking must be produced on or before 31 October 2026, failing which admission is liable to be cancelled.
4. Physical reporting on 15 July 2026Admitted students must report to the campus on 15.07.2026 with all original documents, fee receipt, and one set of self-attested photocopies for physical verification.
5. Classes begin 16 July 20261st Semester classes commence in physical/offline mode from 16.07.2026 for all admitted students.
6. False information leads to cancellationIf false information, suppressed facts, or forged/fabricated documents are detected at any stage, the admission is cancelled, the Admission Fee is forfeited, and full responsibility lies with the candidate.

Hostel Facility and Class Commencement

The University provides hostel accommodation subject to availability of seats, and allotment is done on a merit basis. Candidates who wish to avail hostel facility must indicate their preference (Yes / No) in the dedicated column of the SAMARTH registration form. A separate hostel allotment list will be notified by the University after the admission process. For any queries related to hostel accommodation, candidates may contact the Office of the Dean Students' Welfare or write to dsw@cusb.ac.in.

Classes for the 1st Semester of the Postgraduate Programmes for 2026-27 will commence in physical / offline mode from 16 July 2026. All newly admitted students must report to the campus on 15 July 2026 with all original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies for physical document verification.

Paid / Payment Seat Scheme

In certain Programmes of Study, a limited number of supernumerary seats are offered under the Paid / Payment Seat Scheme. Admission under this category is granted strictly in order of merit based on the CUET (PG) 2026 score, after the completion of the regular admission process. Candidates who are unable to secure a seat through the regular mode due to limited intake may be considered under this scheme, subject to fulfilment of the prescribed conditions. The scheme is governed by the Ordinance and Regulation governing the Paid / Payment Seats under Higher Fee Category at CUSB. A separate detailed notification will be issued once the regular admission process is completed.

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