Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) Admission Guide 2026
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) is located in Sylhet. It is known for its focus on science, technology, and research. Every year, thousands of students compete for a seat at SUST. The SUST admission process is highly competitive. It attracts bright students from across the country. This blog post is a detailed guide for SUST Admission 2026. It covers everything Bangladeshi students need to know. From application dates to final admission, we’ve got you covered.
SUST Admission 2026
SUST Admission 2026 is for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Important Note: It is not yet confirmed if SUST will conduct its own admission test or rejoin the GST (General, Science, and Technology) cluster system for the 2025-2026 session. The following information is based on the previous year’s separate test and will be updated once the official circular is released.
| Event | Date |
| Application Start | [To Be Announced] |
| Application Deadline | [To Be Announced] |
| Document Submission (Diploma/GCE) | [To Be Announced] |
| Admit Card Download | [To Be Announced] |
| Admission Test | [To Be Announced] |
| Result Publication | [To Be Announced] |
| Subject Choice Process | [To Be Announced] |
| Final Admission | [To Be Announced] |
SUST Admission Circular 2026
The SUST Admission Circular 2026 is expected to be published in [December 2025 or January 2026 (Tentative)]. It will be available on the official admission website: admission.sust.edu.bd.
The circular includes all details about eligibility, application, and exam processes. Based on the previous year, SUST offers approximately 1,600+ seats across different units.
Who Can Apply?
SUST has specific eligibility criteria for applicants. The following are the expected requirements for the 2025-2026 session.
- Must pass HSC/Equivalent in 2024 or 2025.
- Must pass SSC/Equivalent in 2022 or 2023.
- Second-time admission (Second Timers) is generally allowed.
Expected Minimum GPA (Based on last year):
- For Unit A (Science Group): Minimum total GPA of 7.0 (at least 3.0 in both SSC and HSC).
- For Unit B (All Groups): Minimum total GPA of 6.5 (at least 3.0 in both SSC and HSC).
- For Diploma-in-Engineering Candidates: Must pass Diploma-in-Engineering and SSC/Equivalent. Specific passing years will be in the circular.
- For GCE Candidates: Must have at least 5 passes in IGCSE (O Level) and 3 passes in IAL (A Level) with specific grade requirements to be mentioned in the circular.
Note: Specific subject-wise GPA requirements (like minimum GPA in Mathematics or English) will be detailed in the official 2026 circular.
How to Apply?
Once the application starts, the process will be fully online.
- Go to admission.sust.edu.bd.
- Register with your HSC/Equivalent and SSC/Equivalent information.
- Fill out the application form with your personal and academic details.
- Upload a recent photo and signature as per the instructions.
- Select your desired unit (e.g., A1, A2, B).
- Pay the Application Fee via the instructed mobile financial services (bKash, Rocket, Nagad) or bank.
The application fee for the 2025-26 session will be specified in the circular.
Admit Card Download
The SUST Admit Card 2026 is mandatory for the admission test. It will be available for download from the admission website after the application period ends.
- Visit admission.sust.edu.bd.
- Log in with your User ID and Password.
- Download and print a color copy of your admit card.
Seat Plan
The SUST seat plan is released a few days before the admission test. It shows where candidates will sit for the exam. You can check the seat plan on the admission website by logging in with your credentials.
Marks Distribution
The SUST admission test is an MCQ-based exam. There is negative marking for wrong answers. The exact marks distribution for the 2025-2026 session will be published in the prospectus. The following was the distribution from the last session:
- Unit A1 (Science): Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology/English/ICT.
- Unit A2 (Science + Architecture): Same as A1, plus a Free-hand Drawing test.
- Unit B (Science, Humanities, Commerce): English, Bangladesh & International Affairs, ICT, and General Knowledge.
The final merit list is typically prepared based on the admission test score plus a score calculated from SSC/HSC results.
Admission Result
The SUST Admission Result 2026 will be published on admission.sust.edu.bd a few days after the admission test.
- Visit the admission website.
- Log in to view your score and merit position.
- The unit-wise merit list and waiting list will also be published as a PDF.
Subject Choice & Final Admission
After the results, students on the merit list must complete the subject choice process online. Based on your merit position and subject choices, you will be allocated a department.
Selected students must then appear in person at the SUST campus for final admission, submit original documents (SSC/HSC mark sheets, certificates), and pay the admission fees to confirm their seat.
Conclusion
SUST Admission 2026 opens doors to quality education in science, technology, and humanities. Start preparing for the admission test. Stay updated via the official website admission.sust.edu.bd. With dedication, you can secure a seat at SUST.