Dhaka University (DU) is one of the oldest and top-ranked Public Universities in Bangladesh. Every year, thousands of students dream of getting admitted to DU. The admission process for the 2025-26 academic year has officially commenced and the major testing phase has concluded. This blog post covers important information related to DU Admission 2025-26, including the application procedures, confirmed admission test dates, eligibility criteria, and result information.
DU Admission Circular 2025-26
The admission circular for the 2025-26 academic year of Dhaka University has been published. The online application process started on October 29, 2025, and concluded on November 19, 2025. Students applied online through the official Dhaka University admission website (admission.eis.du.ac.bd). All subsequent activities, including downloading admit cards, viewing seat plans, and checking admission test results, are managed through this same website.
Eligibility for Application
Students must fulfill specific eligibility criteria to participate in the admission process. For the 2025-26 session, candidates must have passed the HSC examination in 2025 and the SSC examination between 2020 and 2023. Second-time admission seekers (those who passed HSC before 2025) are generally not eligible for the regular undergraduate program.
Students apply to different units based on their Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent examination results. Below are the detailed eligibility criteria for the Science (A Unit); Arts, Law, and Social Sciences (B Unit); Business Studies (C Unit); and Fine Arts (F Unit).
Eligibility for Science Unit (A Unit)
- Bangladesh Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board: Must have passed both Secondary (SSC) and Higher Secondary (HSC) examinations from the Science group.
- GPA Requirement: A total GPA of 8.00 in SSC and HSC combined (including the 4th subject), but the GPA in any individual exam should not be less than 3.50.
- Subject Requirement: Must have passed Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics in HSC.
O-Level and A-Level students:
- O-Level: Must have a ‘B’ grade in at least 5 subjects, including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- A-Level: Must have a ‘B’ grade in 2 subjects and a ‘C’ in 1 subject among Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Eligibility for Arts, Law, and Social Sciences Unit (B Unit)
- Bangladesh Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board: Must have a total GPA of 7.50 in SSC and HSC combined (including the 4th subject). However, a GPA of less than 3.00 in any individual exam will not be accepted.
- Group Requirement: Must have passed Higher Secondary from Arts (Humanities), Social Sciences, Business Studies, or Science groups.
O-Level and A-Level students:
- O-Level: Must have a ‘B’ grade in at least 5 subjects.
- A-Level: Must have a ‘B’ grade in 2 subjects and a ‘C’ grade in 1 subject.
Eligibility for Business Studies Unit (C Unit)
- Bangladesh Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board: Must have a total GPA of 7.50 in SSC and HSC combined (including the 4th subject). However, a GPA of less than 3.00 in any individual exam will not be accepted.
- Subject Requirement: Must have passed Accounting, Business Organization/Entrepreneurship, Economics, and Mathematics/Statistics in HSC.
O-Level and A-Level students:
- O-Level: Must have a ‘B’ grade in at least 5 subjects.
- A-Level: Must have a ‘B’ grade in 2 subjects and a ‘C’ grade in 1 subject.
Eligibility for Fine Arts Unit (F Unit)
- Bangladesh Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board: Must have a total GPA of 6.50 in SSC and HSC combined (including the 4th subject). However, a GPA of less than 3.00 in any individual exam will not be accepted.
Application Procedure
The application process for DU is entirely online. While the application period for the 2025-26 session has formally closed, the procedure followed was as follows:
- Visit Website: Go to the DU admission website – admission.eis.du.ac.bd.
- Login: Students must log in using their HSC Roll, Registration Number, Board, and Year, along with their SSC Roll.
- Fill Information: Provide personal details, biometric data (photo and signature), and quota information if applicable.
- Select Unit: Select the eligible unit(s) for your department, such as A Unit (Science), B Unit (Arts, Law, and Social Sciences), C Unit (Business Studies), or F Unit (Fine Arts).
- Select Center: Choose the preferred Divisional City for the examination center.
- Pay Application Fee: The application fee of Tk. 1,050 (excluding service charges) must be paid through mobile banking (bKash, Rocket, Nagad), Debit/Credit card, or online banking at any scheduled bank (Sonali, Janata, Agrani, Rupali).
DU Admission Test Dates
The Dhaka University admission tests for the 2025-26 session were scheduled and conducted on the following dates.
- Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Unit: Friday, November 28, 2025
- Fine Arts Unit (F Unit): Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Business Studies Unit (C Unit): Saturday, December 6, 2025
- Arts, Law, and Social Sciences Unit (B Unit): Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Science Unit (A Unit): Saturday, December 27, 2025 (Rescheduled from Dec 20)
DU Admit Card
After completing the application and payment, students were required to download their admit cards within the specified deadline before the exam. To download the admit card:
- Enter Website: Visit admission.eis.du.ac.bd.
- Login: Log in to the dashboard using the credentials (HSC/SSC details) used during the application.
- Find Admit Card: Navigate to the specific Unit section on the dashboard and look for the “Download Admit Card” button.
- Download & Print: Download the PDF file and print a clear color copy.
- Instructions: Candidates must bring the printed admit card and the original registration card of their HSC/equivalent exam to the examination center.
Seat Plan
For the 2025-26 session, the Dhaka University admission tests were held simultaneously in Dhaka and seven other divisional cities to facilitate students across the country. The seating plan is typically released 24-48 hours before each unit’s exam.
- Online Check: Log in to admission.eis.du.ac.bd and click on the “Seat Plan” option to view the building, room number, and location.
- SMS Check: Students can also check their seat plan via SMS using the format provided on the admit card (e.g., DU <Unit> <Roll> to 16321).
- Note: The examination center selected during the application is final and cannot be changed. Candidates must arrive well ahead of the scheduled time.
Marks Distribution
The total evaluation for admission is based on 120 marks.
- 20 Marks: Calculated from SSC and HSC results (SSC GPA × 2 + HSC GPA × 2).
- 100 Marks: Based on the written and MCQ admission test.
The 100-mark test duration is 90 minutes, divided into two sections. Incorrect answers in the MCQ section incur a negative marking of 0.25 marks each.
| Unit | MCQ Marks | Written Marks | Total Test Marks | Duration |
| Science Unit (A) | 60 | 40 | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Arts, Law, & Social Sciences (B) | 60 | 40 | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Business Studies Unit (C) | 60 | 40 | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Fine Arts Unit (F) | 40 (MCQ) | 60 (Drawing) | 100 | 90 minutes |
Note for Fine Arts: The General Knowledge MCQ is 30 minutes (40 marks), and the Drawing/Figure Study is 60 minutes (60 marks).
Admission Result
The admission test results are published on the official DU admission website. Results for the 2025-26 session are expected to be released sequentially starting from January 2026.
- Online: Log in to the dashboard at admission.eis.du.ac.bd to view the merit position and marks.
- SMS: Results can also be checked via SMS following the instructions on the admit card or result notice.
Subject Choice
Students who pass the admission test and secure a merit position within the allocatable range will be eligible to fill out the “Subject Choice Form” (SIF). DU authorities will provide a specific timeframe (usually a few weeks after results) for students to log in and rank their preferred departments based on their unit eligibility.
Subject Choice Result
Based on the student’s Merit Position and the preference order submitted in the Subject Choice Form, the university will allocate subjects. This is often done in multiple “migration” calls or interviews. Once the final subject is allocated, students must complete the admission formalities to confirm their seat.
Conclusion
The admission tests for the DU 2025-26 academic session have successfully concluded. Students are now awaiting the publication of results and the subsequent subject allocation process. It is vital to keep a close eye on the official website for result announcements and interview schedules. We hope this guide has provided you with accurate and updated data regarding the Dhaka University Admission 2025-2026 process. Good luck to all the candidates!