Kumaun University Admission 2026 | Eligibility Criteria, Admission Process

Kumaun University admission process for the session 2026 will start soon. Students can apply to undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs. Admission is a merit basis and entrance examination for some programs depending on the department. Students can apply for admission in online mode only. Students are required to pay an application fee of INR 200* online. Applicants must ensure to submit their duly filled form before the deadline. Students can know more details on the university’s official page. 

Kumaun University Admission 2026: Highlights

About Kumaun University

Kumaun University was established in 1973. It is a state university of 160 acres of land located in Nainital, Uttar Pradesh. Kumuan University is recognized and supported by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The university is affiliated with 20 government colleges, 61 private institutes, and government-aided colleges. It has 1,50,000 students enrolled in many undergraduate and postgraduate programs. It is an ISO certificate and accredited with an A grade by NAAC. Kumaun University has 10 faculties in the field of arts, science, commerce, education, technology, law, agriculture, management, visual arts, biomedical science. University has 50+ years educational experience, 250+ faculty members, 100K+ alumni, and more than 50k+ students admitted. 

Why Study at Kumaun University?

• The university has a central library with a total of 70425 books, E-books & E-journals, PC with LAN Connectivity, Computers, a CCTV Camera, Reading Room Facility and many more. 
• It also has medical services with on-campus first aid services, a museum, and hostel facilities. 
• Students are provided with career opportunities in many top companies through internships, on-campus training and placement drives organized by the university placement team. 
• Kumaun University has also signed MOUs with various national and international institutions and organizations for collaboration purposes.

Kumaun University UG Admission 2026

Kumaun University admission for the undergraduate program will start soon for the academic session 2026. Students can register for courses such as BA in 13 disciplines, B.SC in 16 specializations, BPES, B.Ed, B.Pharm, B.Com, BHM, BBA, BCA, B.Lib.I.Sc, and BFA. all the programs are run for a minimum duration of 3 years and 6 semesters. Students have to pass their 10+2 examination in any discipline with a minimum 50% mark to be eligible for admission. Admission to the UG program will be on a merit basis except for B.Ed and LLB, which will be based on Kumaun University Entrance Examination.

Kumaun University PG Admission 2026

Kumaun University admission will begin soon for the academic session 2026. The university offers various programs such as MFA, MAJMC, master of Arts in 14 specializations, and LLM. M.ED, M.PHARM, M.SC in 20 disciplines, Master’s In Social Welfare (MSW), M.Lib.I.Sc, MBA, M.Com. The postgraduate program course length is of 2 years and 4 semesters. Students will need a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 45% mark in relevant discipline to be eligible for admission. A bachelor’s degree should be from a recognized university. Admission will be based on merit except  M.Ed and MBA, which will require students to qualify Kumaun University Entrance Examination.

Kumaun University Phd Admission 2026

Kumaun University admission process for the PhD program will start soon for the academic session 2026. Admission to the PhD program will be in the following disciplines: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Botany, Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, Drawing and Painting, English, Education, Geography, Geology, Hindi, Forestry and Environmental Science, history, and many more. University is accepting only those candidates who have a master degree with a minimum 55% mark or equivalent.

There is a 5% relaxation for SC/ST/EWS, differently abled and other categories. Selection will be based on the Research Degree Entrance Test (RDET) conducted by the University. Universities also accept direct admission based on an interview to those who have qualified for a fellowship/scholarship in UGC-NET/UGC- CSIR-NET or NFSC/ NFOBC/ NFST. including those who have qualified for the INSPIRE Fellowship (GPAT) or GATE. PhD course duration will be a minimum of 3 years, inclusive of coursework and a maximum duration of 6 years.

Kumaun University Admission Fee Structure 

Kumaun University Admission Process 2026

Students are advised to read all instructions and guidelines carefully before starting the application process. 

• Go to www.ukadmission.samarth.ac.in/ and click on NEW REGISTRATION.
• Register with your email ID and mobile number.  
• Create a username and a password. 
• Click on register and an OTP will be sent in your registered number and mail. 
• Log in with the credentials. 
• Fill up the application form, with personal information, educational qualification details. 
• Select your desired programs.
• After filling all details, pay the application fee. 
• Students can apply to a minimum of 10 programs in one college. 
• After clicking on submit button and keep a copy of application for,. 

Documents To Be Submitted For Kumaun University Admission

Students have to bring the original and one self-attested copy of following documents for verification purpose. 

• Two recent passport-sized photographs
• Original/ first copy ofthe  transfer certificate TC
• Print out of registration form (as submitted to the Samarth portal)
• character certificate 
• migration certificate
• High School and intermediate marksheet and certificate
• Marksheet of qualifying examination (graduation/UG) 
• Category certificate for reserve category
• NCC, NSS, Sport, weightage certificate- if applicable.
• Domicile certificate 
• Affidavit in case of a gap year 
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)