Mumbai University Admission 2025: Your Top 10 FAQs Answered

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Admission Process

Date

1.

Sale of admission forms (both online & offline)

Thursday, 8th May, 2025 to Friday, 23rd May, 2025 (up to 1.00 p.m.)

2.

Pre-admission Online Enrollment on the University Website: https://mu.ac.in/admission 

Thursday, 8th May, 2025 to   Friday, 23rd May, 2025 (up to 1.00 p.m.)

3.

Online Submission of the Admission forms along with the Pre- Enrolment forms (Mandatory) 

Thursday, 8th May, 2025 to Friday, 23rd May, 2025 (up to 1.00 p.m.) (In house admissions and Minority quota admission to be completed during this perioр( 

4.

First Merit List

Tuesday, 27th May, 2025 (11.00 a.m.) (Time might change)

5.

Online Verification of Documents & Online payment of fees (with Undertaking form) 

Wednesday, 28th May, 2025 to Friday, 30th May, 2025 (up to 3.00 p.m.)

6.

Second Merit List

Saturday, 31st May, 2025 (7.00p.m.) (Time might change)

7.

Online Verification of Documents & Online payment of fees

Monday, 2nd June, 2025 to Wednesday, 4th June, 2025 (up to 3.00 p.m.)

8.

Third Merit List 

Thursday, 5th June, 2025 (7.00 p.m.)

9.

Online Verification of Documents & Online payment of fees 

Friday, 06th June, 2025 to Tuesday, 10th June, 2025

10.

Commencement of Classes/Orientation

Friday, 13th June, 2025. 

Step 1: Registration Process

Students need to register and login in the university’s official portal: mumoa.digitaluniversity.ac. Following this students are required to click on new registration and fill in all the necessary details and create a password and security questions. 

Step 2: Email/mobile verification 

After filling the necessary details submit the registration form and verify your email/mobile number via the OTP received. 

Step 3: Course selection 

Using the new password login and select your desired college and course

Step 4: Fill the Application Form

Enter your personal, academic (SSC & HSC) and contact details

Step 5: Upload Required documents

Upload scanned copies of:

• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• 10th mark sheet
• 12th mark sheet
• Domicile Certificate (if from Maharashtra)
• Income Certificate (if applicable)

If not available, select “Not Applicable” in the Family Income section

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)

Step 6: Pay the Application Fees

Pay the application fees online, the fees vary on the basis of category and course. Do not forget to save the transaction slip. 

Step 7 : Final Submission 

After double checking all your information, submit the application. Download and take a print of the submitted copy for future reference.  

Step 8: College specific Applications (if required)

Certain colleges may require you to fill a separate form on their website. Visit the website of your preferred college and follow the instructions mentioned. 

Step 9:  Merit List & Entrance Exams

UG Courses:

• Merit-based on Class 12 scores (most programs)
• Some courses (e.g., BCA, BBA, BMS, BBM) may require CET

Step 1: Registration for CAP

After having appeared for MH CET LAW 2025 register on the CET Cell Portal and choose Mumbai University affiliated colleges during CAP (Centralised Admission Process)

Step 2: Merit List & College Allotment 

After getting the results you will be allotted the seat based on your score and preferences filled. Keep following the CAP rounds for seat allocation. 

Step 3: Admission Confirmation 

If allotted a seat, visit the college, submit the required documents and pay the fees. 

Step 1: Entrance Exam

Appear for MAH MBA CET 2025 (or other accepted exams like CAT, CMAT, MAT, etc.). Most Mumbai University-affiliated institutes accept MAH MBA CET as the primary exam.

Step 2: Registration for CAP

After getting your exam results, register on the CET Cell Portal and select Mumbai University-affiliated colleges during the Centralized Admission Process (CAP).

Step 3: Merit List & College Allotment

You will be allotted a seat based on your score and preferences filled. Continue to check updates and rounds under the CAP schedule.

Step 4: Admission Confirmation

If allotted a seat, report to the college, submit your documents, and pay the required admission fees to confirm your seat.

Merit List & Entrance Exams

UG Courses:

• Merit-based on Class 12 scores (most programs)
• Some courses (e.g., BCA, BBA, BMS, BBM) may require CET

PG/PhD Courses:

• May require entrance tests like PET (for PhD)
• Some PG programs may accept CUET-PG, CAT, GMAT, etc., depending on the course

Category

Documents

Application Forms

- Gap Certificate - CAP Application Form (MBA & LLB Programmes) - Seat Allotment Letter - Passport-size photograph - Signature - 10th mark sheet - 12th mark sheet

Academic Records

- MBA CET Scorecard (MBA Programme) - MH CET LAW Scorecard (LLB Programmes) - Graduation Marksheet - Degree Certificate

Certificates

- Domicile Certificate - Income Certificate - Caste Certificate - EWS Certificate

Identification Proof

- Nationality Certificate - Passport - Birth Certificate

Course

Key Specializations

MA in English

Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies

MA in Hindi

Hindi Literature, Linguistics, Translation Studies

MA in Marathi

Literature, Linguistics, Folk Literature

MA in Sanskrit

Sanskrit Literature, Vedic Studies, Philosophy

MA in Urdu

Urdu Literature, Linguistics

MA in Persian

Persian Literature, Indo-Persian Studies

Course

Key Specializations

MA in Political Science

International Relations, Public Administration, Political Theory

MA in Sociology

Urban Sociology, Rural Sociology, Gender Studies

MA in Economics

Development Economics, International Economics, Financial Economics

MA in History

Ancient Indian History, Medieval History, Modern Indian History

MA in Geography

Urban Geography, Environmental Geography, Remote Sensing & GIS

Course

Key Specializations

MSc Physics

Solid State Physics, Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics, Electronics

MSc Electronics

VLSI Design, Embedded Systems, Communication Systems

MSc Applied Physics

-

MSc Instrumentation

-

Course

Key Specializations

MSc Zoology

Entomology, Fisheries Science, Animal Physiology

MSc Botany

Plant Physiology, Mycology, Plant Biotechnology

MSc Microbiology

Medical Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology

MSc Biochemistry

Clinical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology

MSc Biotechnology

Medical Biotechnology, Agricultural Biotechnology

Course

Key Specializations

MSc Computer Science

Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Network Security

MSc Information Technology

Software Development, Database Management

MCA

Software Development, Web Technologies, Mobile Applications

Course

Key Specializations

MCom

Accountancy, Financial Accounting

Banking & Finance

-

Banking & Insurance

-

Financial Markets

-

Investment Management

-

Department

Available Programs

Computer & IT

Computer Engineering, Information Technology

Electronics

Electronics & Telecommunication, VLSI Design

Electrical

Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Instrumentation & Control

Civil

Structural, Transportation, Environmental, Construction Management

Mechanical

Mechanical Engineering, Production, Thermal, Industrial

Chemical

Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering

Course

Key Specializations

LLM

Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, IPR, Human Rights

Category

Available Programs

Clinical Medical

MD Medicine, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology

Surgical Medical

MS General Surgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dental Sciences

MDS with multiple specializations

Pharmacy

MPharm with various specializations

Course

Key Specializations

Master of Architecture

Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Sustainable Architecture

Master of Planning

Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Environmental Planning

Master of Interior Design

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Program Type

Typical Cut-off Range (Previous Years)

Arts

85-95% for top colleges

Science

88-97% for most competitive programs

Commerce

89-96% for prestigious colleges

Engineering

90-98% for premier institutions

Category

Percentage

Required Documentation

Key Criteria

Scheduled Castes (SC)

 13%

Valid caste certificate issued by competent government authorities

Recognized Scheduled Castes in Maharashtra

Scheduled Tribes (ST)

 7%

Valid tribe certificate from authorized government officials

Recognized Scheduled Tribes in Maharashtra

Other Backward Classes (OBC)

 19%

Valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate (within last six months)

Designated as backward in Maharashtra; family income within Non-Creamy Layer threshold (₹8 lakh per annum)

Vimukta Jati (VJ) / De-Notified Tribes (DT)

 3%

Caste certificate and valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate

Nomadic tribes denotified after being listed as criminal tribes during British rule

Nomadic Tribes (NT-B)

 2.5%

Proper documentation, including Non-Creamy Layer certification

Categorized under NT-B in Maharashtra

Nomadic Tribes (NT-C)

 3.5%

Required documentation and Non-Creamy Layer certification

Recognized under NT-C in Maharashtra

Nomadic Tribes (NT-D)

 2%

Valid caste and Non-Creamy Layer certificates

NT-D category applicants from Maharashtra

Special Backward Category (SBC)

 2%

Appropriate certification

Socially and educationally backward communities not covered under other categories, designated as SBC

Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) 

 10%

Family income below ₹8 lakh per annum

Agricultural land holding less than 5 acres

Residential property less than 1000 sq. ft. in urban areas

Valid EWS certificate from revenue authorities

This category specifically targets students who don't fall under any other reservation category but face economic hardship.

Category

Percentage

Key Criteria

Required Documentation

Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

 5%

Minimum 40% disability (physical, visual, hearing impairment, and other specified conditions under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016)

Disability certificate from authorized medical boards

Women (Horizontal Reservation)

 30%

Female candidates across all categories

Armed Forces Quota

 5%

Children of ex-servicemen/active personnel, personnel killed/disabled in action, personnel with gallantry awards

Valid service certificates or dependent cards

Sports and Cultural Quota

 3%

Representation at state, national, or international levels in recognized sports or cultural activities

Documented proof of participation and achievement levels

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BA 

85-92%

BA Psychology 

90-95%

BMM

92-97%

Bsc

85-92%

Bsc Computer Science 

90-95%

Bsc IT 

88-94%

Bsc Biotechnology 

87-93%

BCom 

91-97%

BMS

93-98%

BAF

94-98%

BFM

93-97%

Course

Expected Cutoff 2025

BCom

90-96%

BMS

92-97%

BAF

93-98%

BFM

92-96%

BBI

91-96%

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BA

82-90%

BMM

89-95%

Bsc 

83-90%

Bsc Computer Science

88-94%

Bsc IT

88-94%

BCom

87-93%

BMS 

89-95%

BAF

91-96%

BFM

90-95%

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BCom 

92-97%

BMS 

94-98%

BAF

95-98%

BFM

93-97%

BBI

92-96%

Bsc Finance 

93-97%

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BA

80-88%

BMM

88-94%

Bsc 

82-89%

Bsc Computer Science 

87-93%

Bsc IT 

86-92%

BCom

88-94%

BMS

90-95%

BAF

91-96%

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BA

78-87%

BMM

86-93%

Bsc

80-90%

Bsc Computer Science 

85-92%

Bsc IT

85-93%

BCom 

87-93%

BMS

89-95%

BAF

90-95%

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BA 

75-85%

BA Psychology 

88-93%

Bsc 

82-90%

Bsc Computer Science 

85-92%

Bsc Biotechnology  

87-94%

Bsc Microbiology

86-93%

Course 

Expected Cutoff 2025

BCom 

89-95%

BMS

91-96%

BAF 

92-97%

BBI

90-95%