Are you ready to apply for the Rajshahi University Admission 2025-26? The wait is finished. Rajshahi University (RU) has given the admission notice for the 2025-2026 session. People often call RU the ‘Cambridge of the East’.
This guide is for Bangladeshi students. We wrote it in simple English. It will help you understand all the steps. We will talk about the new RU Admission 2025-2026 circular. We will also cover application dates, who can apply, and how to apply. Let’s begin.
Rajshahi University Admission Circular 2025-26
The official admission notice for the 2025-26 session is now out. This notice (circular) has all the important dates and rules. Here are the most important points for you:
- Application Start Date: November 20, 2025 (from 12:00 PM)
- Application End Date: December 7, 2025 (until 11:59 PM)
- “Second Time” Allowed: Yes! Students who passed HSC in 2024 and 2025 can apply.
- Official Website: admission.ru.ac.bd
Application Fees:
- A Unit (Humanities): ৳1,320 (This total amount includes the 10% service charge)
- B Unit (Commerce): ৳1,100 (This total amount includes the 10% service charge)
- C Unit (Science): ৳1,320 (This total amount includes the 10% service charge)
Admission Test Schedule
Rajshahi University has announced the dates for the admission tests. The tests will be in January 2026.
| Unit | Subject Area | Exam Date |
| C Unit | Science, Engineering, Agriculture | January 16, 2026 |
| A Unit | Humanities, Arts, Law | January 17, 2026 |
| B Unit | Commerce, Business Studies, IBA | January 24, 2026 |
Note: The exam will be held in two shifts:
- 1st Shift: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
The final, correct date and time for your shift will be on your admit card.
Exam Centers
There is great news for all students. This year, the RU Admission 2025-2026 test will be in many cities. It will not be just in Rajshahi. The exam centers are:
- Rajshahi
- Dhaka
- Chattogram
- Khulna
- Rangpur
- Barishal
Required Qualification
To apply for the admission test, you need these qualifications.
- Pass Year: Students who passed HSC/Alim in 2024 or 2025 can apply.
- GCE (A/O Level): You must pass 5 subjects in O-Level and 2 subjects in A-Level. In these 7 subjects, you need at least 4 ‘B’ grades and 3 ‘C’ grades.
Minimum GPA Requirements
| Group | Minimum GPA (SSC & HSC) | Total GPA (SSC + HSC) |
| Humanities | At least GPA 3.00 in each | At least 7.00 |
| Commerce | At least GPA 3.00 in each | At least 7.00 |
| Science | At least GPA 3.50 in each | At least 8.00 |
How to Apply
You must apply online. Follow these steps carefully.
- Visit the Website: Go to the only official website: admission.ru.ac.bd.
- Start Application: Click the “Start Application” or “Apply Now” button.
- Enter Information: You will give your SSC and HSC Roll numbers, Registration numbers, and Board names.
- Check Details: The website will find your information (like your name, parents’ name, and GPA). Check that all information is correct.
- Select Unit: Choose the unit (A, B, or C) you can apply for.
- Upload Photo: Upload your new, formal, passport-size photo. The circular will give the exact rules for the photo.
- Pay the Fee: After you submit the form, you will see how to pay. You must pay using the mobile banking service listed.
- Confirmation: After you pay, you will get a confirmation message. Keep this message safe.
Admit Card Download
You must download your Rajshahi University Admit card after you apply and pay. You cannot take the exam without this card.
When to Download: You can usually download the admit card 1 or 2 weeks before the test. This will be in early January 2026.
How to Download:
- Log in to the admission.ru.ac.bd website. Use your User ID and Password.
- Go to your personal dashboard.
- You will see a link to download the “Admit Card”.
- Download the PDF file. Print it.
Seat Plan
The seat plan tells you your exact exam center. It also says your building and room number.
When: The seat plan is published 2-3 days before each unit’s exam.
How to Check:
- Online: The best way is to log in to the admission.ru.ac.bd website. Your seat plan will be on your dashboard.
- SMS: The university may also send your seat plan by SMS. It will go to the mobile number you gave.
| Unit | Seat Plan Status |
| A Unit | Will be published in January 2026 |
| B Unit | Will be published in January 2026 |
| C Unit | Will be published in January 2026 |
Marks Distribution
You must understand the exam pattern to do well. The RU Admission 2025-2026 test is an MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) exam.
Key Exam Facts
- Total Marks: 100
- Total Questions: 80 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Time: 1 Hour (60 minutes)
- Negative Marking: Yes. 0.25 marks will be cut for each wrong answer.
- Pass Mark: 40
Admission Result
The RU Admission 2025-2026 result usually comes out very fast. It is often published 3 to 5 days after the exam.
How to Check Result:
- Go to the admission website: admission.ru.ac.bd.
- Find the “Result” section.
- Log in with your application ID. You can see your score and merit position.
- The university will also publish PDF files of the merit list for everyone.
| Unit | Result PDF Download |
| A Unit | Link will be available after the exam |
| B Unit | Link will be available after the exam |
| C Unit | Link will be available after the exam |
Final Admission
You must complete the final admission after you pass the test. This is for students on the merit list.
- Subject Choice: You will fill out a “Subject Choice Form” online. You list your favorite subjects (e.g., 1. Law, 2. English, 3. Economics).
- Getting a Subject: The university will give you a subject. This depends on your merit position and your choice list.
- Final Steps: You must go to the university. You will give your original SSC and HSC mark sheets, certificates, and pay the final admission fee. This will confirm your seat.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
You can apply online from November 20, 2025, to December 7, 2025.
Yes! Students who passed HSC in 2024 and 2025 can both apply.
The one and only official website is admission.ru.ac.bd.
The test will be in 6 divisional cities: Rajshahi, Dhaka, Chattogram, Khulna, Rangpur, and Barishal.
Yes, 0.25 marks will be cut for each wrong MCQ answer.
Conclusion
Getting a seat at Rajshahi University is a great achievement. Many students will apply for the Rajshahi University Admission 2025-26. You must prepare very well. Remember the application deadline (December 7, 2025). Keep checking the admission.ru.ac.bd website for all official updates. We hope this guide makes your RU Admission 2025-2026 journey easier.