Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University (MKBU) – Admission Guide 2025–26

Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University (MKBU) offers fully online admissions for Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma, Certificate, and Ph.D. programs through its official admission portal. Admission criteria vary by program level, and students are expected to follow a step-by-step application process as outlined on the MKBU Admissions Page.

Admission Portals & Official Links

Online Admission Portal: mkbuexternal.emli.in
University Admissions Overview: mkbhavuni.edu.in/admissions.php
Fee Structure: View Fee Details

Programs & Eligibility

MKBU offers admission to the following programs:

Undergraduate: B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.B.A., B.C.A., B.Ed., LL.B., BSW, BRS
Eligibility: 10+2 from a recognized board with a minimum of 45% (40% for SC/ST)
Postgraduate: M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., M.B.A., M.C.A., M.Ed., M.S.W.
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% (45% for reserved categories)
Diploma/Certificate: Hotel Management, Yoga, Fashion Designing, etc.
Eligibility: 10+2 or Graduate depending on course
Ph.D. Programs: Humanities, Sciences, Law, Social Work, and others
Eligibility: Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC). NET/JRF/GATE holders are exempt from PET.
Entrance Test: View PET Guidelines

How to Apply

Go to MKBU Admission Portal and click on “Student Login”.
Register or log in with your credentials.
Select the desired program (UG/PG/PhD/Diploma).
Fill in personal, academic, and contact details.
Upload scanned documents (10th, 12th, degree certificates, category certificate, photo, and signature).
Pay the application fee online: ₹500 (General/OBC), ₹250 (SC/ST/PwD).
Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt and admit card.
Track merit lists, counseling schedules, and PET admit card online.

Important Dates (Academic Year 2025–26)

Event	UG	PG	Ph.D. (PET)
Online Registration Opens	26 Feb 2025	26 Feb 2025	June 2025 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	10 July 2025	10 July 2025	Varies by discipline
Merit List Publication	April 2025 (Tentative)	April 2025 (Tentative)	After PET results
Counseling & Seat Allotment	24–30 July 2025 (Phase 2)	July 2025 (multiple phases)	—

Reservation & Financial Aid

MKBU follows the Government of Gujarat’s reservation policy for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PH categories. Relaxations in marks and fees apply as per state norms. Students can apply for various state and central scholarships after confirming their admission. Details are available under the “Student Welfare” section on the university website.

Other Resources

Syllabus & Admission Notices: Available under “Downloads” on the Admission Page
Anti-Ragging Help: Information accessible via the Student section of the main site
Helpdesk: Email: external@mkbhavuni.edu.in | Phone: +91 278 2430002 / 6 / 7