SKMU Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

Dumka, JharkhandState UniversityEstd 1992NAAC Grade C 1.6
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Founded in 1992 by an act of Bihar Legislative Assembly, Sido Kanhu Murmu University is a public university situated in Dumka, Jharkhand. At present, SKMU offers B.A. (Hons.), B.Sc. (Hons.), B.A., B.Sc., BLIS, M.A., M.Sc., MCA, M.Com, MBA and Ph.D courses at UG, PG & Doctorate level.

Candidates can apply online by visiting the official website. The Candidate should have passed the 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical or Vocational subjects with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved category). Selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the respective Entrance Examinations.

  • The university offers B.A, B.Sc, B.A (Hons.), B.Sc (Hons.) and B.Lis programs at the UG level.
  • It also offers M.A, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA and MCA programs at PG level.
  • In case of B.A, B.Sc, B.Com, B.A (Hons.) and B.Sc (Hons.), candidate must have passed class XII with minimum 50% marks.
  • For PG courses, candidate should have a graduation degree in the relevant discipline.
  • For M.A, M.Sc and M.Com admissions are given on the basis of marks secured in the qualifying examination.
  • MAT and AIMCET are considered for admission to MBA and MCA respectively.
  • Application forms are available only in online mode and can be availed from the official website of university.
  • Candidates are required to duly fill the application form cautiously meeting the deadlines.
  • The university also offers Ph.D in social science on the basis of marks scored in the post graduation in the relevant discipline.
  • In case of Ph.D, candidates must qualify the written entrance exam although those valid CGIR-NET, GATE or UGC-NET scores will be given priority.
  • For Ph.D, candidate must have masters degree in the relevant discipline with an aggregate of 60%. Relaxation of 5% is given to SC/ST candidates.

SKMU UG Admission 2024

Admission will be purely basis on the merit and rank scored in the entrance exam conducted by SKMU.

Course Name Specialization Minimum Eligibility Selection Criteria
B.A (Hons.) Hindi (10+2) or any equivalent exam with 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST) Merit based 
History
Mathematics
Political Science
Anthropology
Economics
English
B.Sc. (Hons.) Botany
Chemistry
Statistics
Zoology
B.A. Sociology
B.Sc. Geology
BLIS Library & Information Science

The selection of aspiring candidates for admission shall be based on their performance in the respective Entrance Examinations.

SKMU PG Admission 2024

Admission to MBA & MCA programmes is granted on the basis of SKMU entrance test or on the basis of score of MAT by AIMA & AIMCET score respectively.

Course Name Specialization Minimum Eligibility Selection Criteria
M.A. Anthropology Graduation and a bachelor’s degree obtained through the 10+2+3 system or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% or equivalent CGPA. Relaxation of 5% is there for SC/ST candidates. Merit based
Economics
English
History
Mathematics
Political Science
M.Sc. Botany
Chemistry
Statistics
Zoology
M.Com Commerce
MCA Computer Application

Have to qualify AIMCET (Entance Examination)

MBA

Business Administration Based on the scores secured in MAT (Management Aptitude Test)
  • IIT Roorkee conducts the AIMCET Exam every year to give admission in the MCA Course.
  • Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a standardized test being administered since 1988 to facilitate Business Schools (B-Schools) to screen candidates for admission to MBA and allied programs.
  • Admission to MA, M.Sc & M.Com courses are offered on the basis of marks secured by the candidate in the qualifying examination.

SKMU Ph.D Admission 2024

SKMU offers 3 Years full time Ph.D program in Social Sciences. Admission to Ph.D program is granted on the basis of marks obtained in the written test followed by interview.

Course Name Specialization Minimum Eligibility
Ph.D. Social Sciences Post-Graduation in a relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification with a minimum aggregate of 60% or equivalent CGPA of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India. A Relaxation of 5% aggregate is there for SC/ST candidates.

Aspirants will be selected on the basis of their performance in the Ph.D written test conducted by the University followed by Interview. Preference will be given to the CGIR-NET, GATE or UGC-NET qualified candidates.

SKMU Application Process 2024

Candidates can apply online for the entrance exam by visiting the official website of the SKMU. Students are advised to follow the below listed steps at the time application:

*NOTE: The institute reserves the right to review the fee structure. (The Council/University fees may change as notified by them).

  • Payment Method -

Candidates can pay the fee as per the relevant course in the University office.

  • Required Documents –
  • 10th Standard Pass Certificate & Mark Sheet
  • 12th Standard Pass Certificate & Mark Sheet
  • Character Certificate
  • Migration Certificate
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • School Leaving Certificate
  • Domicile Certificate (if applicable) 

SKMU Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [BA]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [B.Ed]
Tentative
Sep 02, 2026 - Sep 06, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [BCA]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [LLB]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Arts)
Tentative
Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Science)
Tentative
Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [B.Com]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [B.Sc]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [BBA/BBM]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Commerce)
Tentative
Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [LLB]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Admission Timeline [BCA]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Admission Timeline [BBA/BBM]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Admission Timeline [BA]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Admission Timeline [B.Sc]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Admission Timeline [B.Com]
Ongoing
May 10, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Admission Timeline [B.Ed]
Tentative
Sep 02, 2026 - Sep 06, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Science)
Tentative
Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Commerce)
Tentative
Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026
Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Arts)
Tentative
Aug 25, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
MAT registration
Dec 30, 2025 - Mar 02, 2026
MAT Exam Date
Mar 01, 2026

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