Central University Of Himachal Pradesh (CUHP) Admission 2024 : Merit List, UG, PG, Courses, Eligibility, Application Form, Dates

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Central University of Himachal Pradesh (CUHP) offers a host of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees through its 11 academic schools and multiple departments of study. These programs are offered in a wide range of disciplines including Science, Humanities, Commerce & Management, Vocational Studies, among others. The degrees awarded by the university are M. Sc., M.A., MBA, B.A., B. Voc., M. Phil., and Ph.D.

  • Application form for admission to all the courses can be filled online, accessible at https://cuhimachaladmission.samarth.edu.in/
  • Admission to undergraduate programs is on the basis of academic merit in qualifying examination, i.e., HSC or 10+2.
  • Admissions to PG Diploma Programs is on the basis of percentage scored in Bachelor’s degree.
  • PG Degrees are split into three groups and applicants can apply for a maximum two Programs (Choosing only one program from one group out of the three.
  • Candidates can apply for up to two PG programs in a single application form.
  • PG Degree admission is based on a national-level entrance test conducted by the university.
  • For the current academic year, the university may waive off the entrance test requirement and grant admission to PG applicants on the basis of academic merit in qualifying examination, considering the ongoing Corona crisis.
  • In case less than 50 applications are received for a particular program, the university will cancel the entrance test for the said program and grant admission on the basis of marks scored in the qualifying examination.
  • The University conducts a separate entrance test, Himachal Pradesh Kendriya Vishwavidyalaya Shodh Patrata Pariksha (HPKVSPP) for Ph.D. as well as M. Phil. Admissions.

Funded and regulated by the University Grants Commission, the Central University of Himachal Pradesh was established in the year 2009. Located at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, CUHP presently is developing its two permanent campuses at Dharamshala and Dehra. 

As per NIRF data, in the AY 2017 - 18, 47 postgraduate students were placed with a median salary of INR 3.5LPA.

CUHP Admission Highlights 2023

Name of the Institution Central University of Himachal Pradesh
Year of Establishment 2009
Institution type Established and Fully-funded by Government of India
Application mode Online
Selection Criteria UG: Merit Based
PG: FEAT Entrance Exam
Scholarship Yes

CUHP Important Dates

Event Dates
CUET UG 2023 Application Form Release Date February 9, 2023
Last day for submission of CUET UG 2023 Application Form March 30, 2023
CUET UG 2023 Application Form Correction Window April 01 – April 03, 2023
Reopening of CUET UG 2023 Application Forms April 09 – April 11, 2023
Release of CUET UG 2023 Admit Card Second Week of May 2023
CUET UG 2023 Exam Date May 21 – 31, 2023
Reserved date: June 1 –7, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Release Date March 20, 2023 
Last day for submission of CUET PG 2023 Application Form May 05, 2023
Last date of successful transaction of fee May 05, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Correction Window May 06 – May 08, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Exam Date June 1 – 10, 2023

CUHP Merit List 

Program First Merit List Second Merit List Third Merit List
B.Sc Physics Click here Click here Click here
BA Shastri  Click here - -
BA Sanskrit Click here - -
BFA (Painting) & BFA (Sculpture) Click here Click here Click here

Central University of Himachal Pradesh MBA Admission 2023

The MBA degree at CUHP is a full-time interdisciplinary program with an annual intake of 90 students. The students have the liberty of custom-designing their own program within set guidelines. 

Completion of MBA degree requires earning of 80 PG credits in 4 semesters. A student who opts to leave the program after successful completion of two semesters and 40 PG credits, is awarded an Advanced Diploma in Management.

CUHP also offers a MBA in Travel and Tourism Management through the Department of Tourism and Travel Management

Duration 4 semesters
Type Full time
Specialization Travel and Tourism
Basic Eligibility Criteria Graduation or equivalent in any discipline with 50% score
Basic Admission Criteria CUET-PG

Eligibility

  • MBA applicants should have completed a Bachelor’s/ UG degree or equivalent from a recognized University.
  • They should have scored a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying exam.
  • Applicants are required to appear for the CUET (PG).

Selection Criteria

  • CUHP admits students on the basis of merit in the composite score taking together academic record, Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) Score, and Group Discussion (GD)/ Personal Interview (PI).
  • Three consequent selection lists are released after the declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission

Central University of Himachal Pradesh M.Sc. Admission 2023

The four-semester M.Sc. degree at CUHP is offered in 

  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Botany
  • Zoology
  • Environmental Sciences and Computational Biology & Bioinformatics. 

Sanctioned annual intake for each specialization is 33 students. For successful completion of the M. Sc. degree, students need to earn 80 PG credits.

Duration 4 semesters
Type Full time
No. of Specializations 7 specializations
Basic Eligibility Criteria Graduation or equivalent in any discipline with 50% score
Basic Admission Criteria CUET-PG

Eligibility

  • For M.Sc. in Physics and Mathematics specializations, applicants need to have completed an undergraduate degree in a non-medical/ Engineering/ Technology stream from a recognized University.
  • A Bachelor’s degree holder in Chemistry, Botany, or Zoology from a recognized university can opt for M.Sc. degree in either Chemistry, Botany, or Zoology specializations respectively.
  • M.Sc. in Computational Biology & Bio-Informatics as well as M.Sc. in Environmental Science requires a Bachelor’s/ UG degree in Science discipline from a recognized university
  • They should have scored a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying exam.
  • Applicants have to qualify the respective subject in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG).

Selection Criteria

  • CUHP admits students on the basis of merit in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) Score.
  • Three consequent selection lists are released after declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission.

Central University of Himachal Pradesh MCA Admission 2023

The MCA degree at CUHP is a six-semester program with an annual intake of 33 students.

Name of the Program MCA
Duration 6 semesters
Type Full time
Basic Eligibility Criteria Graduation or equivalent in in science/ engineering/ technology stream with 50% score
Basic Admission Criteria FEAT

Eligibility

  • MCA applicants need to hold a Bachelor’s/ UG degree in science/ engineering/ technology stream from a recognized University
  • They should have scored a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying exam.
  • Applicants are required to appear for the CUHP conducted PG Entrance Test FEAT.

Selection Criteria

  • CUHP admits students on the basis of merit in the Further Education Admission Test (FEAT) Score.
  • The university releases three consecutive selection lists after declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission.

Central University of Himachal Pradesh M.A. Admission 2023

CUHP offers four-semesters M.A. degree in 

  • Economics
  • Education
  • English Language and Literature
  • Hindi
  • History
  • Jammu & Kashmir Studies
  • Journalism & Mass Communication
  • New Media Communication
  • Political Science
  • Sanskrit
  • Social Work
  • Sociology. 

Sanctioned annual intake in each of these specializations is 33 students.

Name of the Program M.A
Duration 4 semesters
Type Full Time
No. of Specializations 12
Basic Eligibility Criteria Graduation or equivalent in any discipline with 50% score
Basic Admission Criteria CUET-PG

Eligibility

  • Except for Hindi and Sanskrit, all other specializations in the M.A. program at CUHP requires the applicants to qualify any Bachelor’s/UG degree from a recognized University.
  • M.A. in Hindi applicants need to hold an undergraduate degree in Hindi from a recognized university.
  • For M.A. in Sanskrit, applicants are required to have completed either an undergraduate degree in Sanskrit or the Shastri examination from a recognized University. Applicants who hold a Shastri qualification will be given 10% weightage on their score, limited to the prescribed maximum marks.
  • Applicants must have scored a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying exam.
  • Applicants have to appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG).

Selection Criteria

  • CUHP admits students on the basis of merit in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG) Score.
  • The university releases three consecutive selection lists after the declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission.

Central University of Himachal Pradesh PG Diploma Admission 2023

CUHP offers one-year PG Diploma in Deen Dayal Upadhyay Studies, Jammu and Kashmir Studies, Yoga Studies, Hindu Studies, Ambedkar Studies, and Tribal Studies. The programs, leading to 40 PG credits, have a sanctioned annual intake of 30 students each.

Duration 1 year
Type Full Time
No. of Specializations 6 specializations
Basic Eligibility Criteria Graduation or equivalent in any discipline
Basic Admission Criteria FEAT

Eligibility

  • PG Diploma applicants should have qualified any Bachelor’s/UG degree from a recognized University.
  • Applicants have to appear for the Further Education Admission Test (FEAT).

Selection Criteria

  • PG Diploma applicants are selected on the basis of academic merit in the qualifying examination.
  • A single selection list will be released by the university after the declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission.

CUHP B.Lib.I.Sc. and M.Lib.I.Sc Admissions 2023

CUHP conducts the B.Lib.I.Sc. and the M.Lib.I.Sc. degrees through its Department of Library and Information Science. Both programs are of 2 semester duration. Students have to earn a total of 40 PG credits to complete the degree requirement. The sanctioned annual intake for both programs is 33.[16]

Duration 4 semesters
Type Full time
Basic Eligibility Criteria B.Lib.I.Sci: Graduation or equivalent in any discipline with 50% score M.Lib.I.Sci: B.Lib.I.Sci or equivalent with 50% score
Basic Admission Criteria FEAT

Eligibility

  • B.Lib.I.Sci applicants should hold a Bachelor’s/ UG degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
  • Students applying for the M.Lib.I.Sci. program must have completed a B.Lib.I.Sc. degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification in the specified discipline.
  • Applicants must have scored a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying exam.
  • Applicants are required to appear for the CUHP conducted PG Entrance Test FEAT.

Selection Criteria

  • CUHP admits students on the basis of merit in the Further Education Admission Test (FEAT) Score.
  • The university releases three consecutive selection lists after declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission.

Central University of Himachal Pradesh UG Admission 2023

At the undergraduate level, CUHP conducts B.Sc., B.A., BFA and B.Voc. degrees. Barring the BFA program which is delivered over eight semesters, all the other undergraduate programs are of 6 semester duration. The B.Sc. and B.A. courses requires 140 UG credits for degree completion. BFA program, on the other had requires 192 UG Credit and B.Voc. program needs the candidates to complete 180 UG Credit.

Course Specialization (Intake) Eligibility
B.Sc. (Honors) Physics (33) 10+2 in Science Stream with 50% score
B.A. (Honors) Sanskrit (33) 10+2 with 50% score or Prak-Shastri Part- II or Visharad examination*
Economics (20) 50% Score in 10+2 with Math as a subject.
BFA Sculpture (17) 10+2 in any stream with 50% score
Painting (11)
B.Voc. Financial and Marketing Services (50) 10+2 in any stream with 40% score
Mass communication (50)

*Please note, candidates who have qualified the Prak-Shastri Part II or Visharad examination, will be given 10% weightage in their composite score limited to the prescribed maximum marks.

Selection Criteria

CUHP admits undergraduate students on the basis of academic merit in the qualifying examination.

Central University of Himachal Pradesh M.Phil. Admission 2023

CUHP offers the research-oriented full-time M.Phil. degree in 

  • Deen Dayal Upadhyay Studies
  • Jammu and Kashmir Studies
  • Education
  • Social Work
  • Punjabi. 

The duration of the program varies from 1 to 2 years, leading to 60 RD credits. The sanctioned annual intake for M. Phil. is 10 students in each specialization.

Duration Minimum Duration: 3 semesters
Maximum Duration: 5 semesters
Type Full-time
No. of Specializations 5 specializations
Basic Eligibility Criteria Post-Graduation or equivalent in relevant discipline with 55% score
Basic Admission Criteria University Entrance Test

Eligibility

  • Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized University.
  • They should have scored a minimum of 55% marks in the qualifying examination.
  • Applicants have to appear and qualify the CUHP conducted Entrance Test.
  • Applicants who have qualified JRF/ NET/ SLET are exempted from the M. Phil. Admission test. Please note that JRF qualified candidates are deemed to have scored 100% marks in the CUHP admission test and NET/ SLET qualified candidates are considered to have scored marks equivalent to the top scorer of the year’s entrance test.
  • Teacher Research Fellowship Awardees teaching in a higher education institution are considered at par with NET/ SLET qualifiers and are exempted from the admission test requirement, subject to meeting the basic eligibility conditions and other specified criteria.

Selection Criteria

  • M.Phil. applicants are selected on the basis of admission test score and academic merit in the qualifying examination, subject to fulfillment of cut-off criteria as specified by the School Board from time-to-time.
  • Applicants are called for a personal interview on the basis of admission test score. A single selection list will be released by the university after the declaration of the Admission Test results, on the basis of which students can register for admission.

Central University of Himachal Pradesh Ph.D. Admission 2023

CUHP offers the innovative research-oriented Ph.D. degree in several disciplines. For course completion, Ph.D. scholars need to earn 120 RD Credits in at least 3 years/ 6 semesters while the maximum duration allowed is 6 years/ 12 semesters. The university may consider granting a further extension of 2 semesters above the maximum time limit under special cases for the completion of the Ph.D. degree.

Candidates who have completed M.Phil. from CUHP, will be considered for lateral entry into Ph.D., provided they apply within three years of receiving the M. Phil. degree.

Duration Minimum Duration: 3 years/ 6 semesters Maximum Duration: 6 years/ 12 semesters
Type Full time
Basic Eligibility Criteria Post-Graduation or equivalent in relevant discipline with 55% score
Basic Admission Criteria University Entrance Test

Eligibility

  • Ph.D. Applicants should have completed a post-graduation degree from a UGC-recognized university or either a professional degree declared equivalent to the post-graduation degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body or a foreign degree accredited by an authorized Assessment and Accreditation Agency.
  • They should have scored a minimum aggregate of 55% or an equivalent grade B in the UGC 7-point scale in the qualifying examination.
  • Candidates who hold a regular Degree equivalent to M.Phil. from either an Indian or an accredited foreign institution will also be considered eligible to apply.
  • Candidates who have completed M.Phil.(Regular) course work with at least 55% aggregate score or an equivalent grade B in the UGC 7-point scale, will be considered eligible to pursue research-work leading to Ph.D. Degree.
  • Sponsored candidates employed with a higher education institution/ govt. department/ PSU/ R&D Organization/ private industry with at least three years of experience and relieved on study leave to pursue Ph.D. are also eligible to apply.
  • Ph.D. applicants must have qualified either UGC-NET/CSIR/JRF/ICAR-NET/SLET/GATE/or the university conducted entrance test HPKVSPP.

Selection Criteria

  • Ph.D. applicants should accompany a 1000-word research proposal and two recommendation letters.
  • Candidates who score a minimum of 50% in the entrance test are called for Personal Interview.
  • Admission is based on a composite score taking together academic merit, admission test score, and personal interview performance, with weightage distributed at the rate of 40%, 30% and 30% respectively.

How to Apply for Central University of Himachal Pradesh?

Application for admission to the Central University of Himachal Pradesh has to be online through https://cuhimachaladmission.samarth.edu.in/.

The Application process involves the following steps:

Step I: Register at the application portal.

Step II: Complete the online application Form with correct details.

Step III: Upload documents as per specification.

Step IV: Preview and edit the application form

Step V: Pay Application Fee using Debit/ Credit cards or Net banking:

Category Application Fee
B.Voc./ PG Diploma/ Certificate All Other Programs
General/ EWS INR 200 INR 400
OBC INR 150 INR 300
SC/ ST/ PH INR 50 INR 100

Step VII: Submit the completed form

Please note that both undergraduate as well as post-graduate applicants can use one single application for applying to two UG or two PG degrees.

Photocopies of documents that need to presented at the time of registration, for verification purposes along with the originals are:

  • All Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees, and Mark-Sheets of all academic qualifications
  • Sponsored candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer.
  • Candidates with a gap of more than two years between the qualifying examination and the year of Application for admission in the university, should submit a Self-Declaration/ Self-Certification justifying the gap-period.
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable).
  • Kashmiri migrant certificate (if applicable).
  • Proof of Permanent residence

Central University of Himachal Pradesh Scholarships

As per NIRF 2020 data, in the last academic year, 2 undergraduate and 25 post-graduate students have received full tuition fee reimbursement from the State and/ or Central Government.During the same period, 4 undergraduate and 185 post-graduate students have received full tuition fee reimbursement from Institution Funds.M.Phil./ Ph.D. scholars are eligible to receive Fellowships and Contingency Grant as applicable to Non-JRF candidates as per UGC rules, provided they fulfill the UGC/ University norms and requirements.

FAQs

Ques. I have a gap of 5 years after my B. Com degree. Am I ineligible for admission into the CUHP MBA program?

Ans. Admission of candidates seeking admission after a gap of three or more academic years after their last academic qualification from either CUHP or any other University requires clearance from the Admission

Review Committee comprising of the Dean, Students' Welfare (DSW), the Dean of the School concerned, the HOD concerned, and the Proctor. So, you can apply, but whether you are accepted or not, will depend on the decision of the Review Committee.

Ques. Do I need to submit a Migration certificate at the time of registration?

Ans. Yes, you are required to submit Transfer/ Migration Certificate in original to the university. However, this submission is not required at the time of registration, but within 30 days from the date of admission, failing which, the admission will be cancelled.

Ques. Will I be allowed to be employed while pursuing a full-time program at the CUHP?

Ans. Full-time students of CUHP are not allowed to take up a job employment without prior approval of the university authorities. Such approval is provided to only sponsored candidates who submit an NOC from the employer stating that the concerned candidates have been granted study leave for the duration of the program and is allowed to undertake obligatory work placement towards the fulfillment of the course requirement.

Ques. Does the university accept international students? If yes, then what are the basic admission guidelines for such students?

Ans. Yes, the University accepts international students.

CUHP fills 15% of its program intake as Supernumerary Seats with Foreign Nationals, Non-Resident Indians, and Persons of Indian Origin candidates.

  • Such candidates are not required to qualify the university entrance test. However, they need to fulfil the minimum eligibility conditions for admission.
  • Additionally, they may be required to qualify internationally accepted aptitude tests like SAT/GMAT/GRE/TOEFL etc.
  • Admission is granted on either academic merit or internationally conducted aptitude test scores.
  • Such candidates are required to submit their application along with the certified copies of documents, to the office of the Foreign Students Advisor (FSA).
  • Applications are received on a rolling basis, though no later than April 30 for the current academic session.

Ques. Will the university send me an acceptance letter?

Ans.  No, CUHP will not send any notification or acceptance letter to students who are selected for admission. List of selected students for admission will be uploaded on the university website and applicants will have to check the same to know their application status.

Ques. What are the Helpdesk contact details for CUHP admissions?

Ans. For any admission/ application related query, candidates can call 1892-224377 between Monday through Friday from 9 AM till 5.30PM. You can also email your query to askus.cuhimachal@gmail.com.

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CUHP Upcoming Application Dates 2024

Important Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Exam Date
Upcoming
Nov 24, 2024
CAT 2024 Result Date
Tentative
Dec 26, 2024

Expired Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Admit Card DateOct 25, 2024
CAT 2024 Registration DateAug 03, 2024 - Sep 20, 2024
Verification of Documents & Registration [PG, PG Diploma & Certificate Courses]Aug 01, 2024

Important Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Exam Date
Upcoming
Nov 24, 2024
CAT 2024 Result Date
Tentative
Dec 26, 2024

Expired Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Admit Card DateOct 25, 2024
CAT 2024 Registration DateAug 03, 2024 - Sep 20, 2024
Verification of Documents & Registration [PG, PG Diploma & Certificate Courses]Aug 01, 2024

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CUHP Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
MBA
11 Courses
23,600 (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50% + CAT22 Apr - 05 May 2024
M.Sc
7 Courses
23,600 (1st Year Fees) Graduation22 Apr - 05 May 2024
MA
15 Courses
6,600 - 9,000 (1st Year Fees) Graduation22 Apr - 05 May 2024
B.Sc {Hons.}
1 Course
23,600 (1st Year Fees) 10+227 Feb - 26 Mar 2024
Ph.D
24 Courses
8,460 - 10,200 (1st Year Fees) Post Graduation-

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B.Sc, BA, Bachelors in Vocational Courses, M.Phil/Ph.D in Arts, M.Phil/Ph.D in Commerce, M.Phil/Ph.D in Education, M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering, M.Phil/Ph.D in Management, M.Phil/Ph.D in Mass Communication, M.Phil/Ph.D in Science, M.Sc, MA, MBA/PGDM, Admission Link

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