The online application process for Dhaka Central University – DCU Admission 2026 is set to begin from June 10 for the 2025–2026 academic year. Students who passed HSC and want to study at one of the seven government colleges in Dhaka will be able to apply online through the university website.
According to university sources, the application process may continue till June 20. Admit card download is likely to start from July 5. This will be the first time Dhaka Central University conducts its own admission test after separating from its affiliation with Dhaka University.
Dhaka Central University Admission 2026
Dhaka Central University was formed with seven government colleges in the capital. These colleges were previously affiliated with Dhaka University. Now, all admission activities and academic operations will be managed directly by DCU.
The affiliated colleges are Dhaka College, Eden Mohila College, Government Titumir College, Government Bangla College, Begum Badrunnesa Government Women’s College, Government Shaheed Suhrawardy College, and Kabi Nazrul Government College. Students can apply for undergraduate honours programmes under Arts, Science, Social Science and Business Studies units.
DCU Admission Circular 2026
Dhaka Central University has published the undergraduate admission circular on its official website. The admission test will be conducted in MCQ format. Candidates will need to complete the online application process and pay the required fee within the scheduled time.
| Admission Name | Dhaka Central University Admission 2026 |
| Academic Session | 2025–2026 |
| Application Start | June 10, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | June 20, 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | From July 5, 2026 |
| Exam Type | MCQ |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Total Seats | 11,150 |
| Application Fee | Tk 800 |
| Official Website | dcu.ac.bd |
Eligibility Criteria
Students must pass both SSC and HSC or equivalent examinations to apply for admission. Separate eligibility conditions will be applicable for Science, Humanities and Business Studies units.
Applicants will need a minimum GPA requirement according to their units. Subject-based eligibility may also apply for some departments. Students who want to apply under the Science unit must have a science background at the HSC level. Business Studies and Humanities students will also need relevant educational backgrounds.
The university authority may announce detailed GPA requirements in the official circular. Candidates are advised to check all instructions carefully before submitting the application form online.
DCU Admission Test Mark Distribution
The admission test of Dhaka Central University will be held on 100 marks in MCQ format. The exam duration is expected to be one hour. There may be negative marking in the admission test. According to available information, 0.25 marks can be deducted for every wrong answer.
In the Science unit, students will answer questions from Physics, Chemistry and either Mathematics or Biology. Business Studies unit candidates will face questions from Accounting, Management and either Finance or Marketing. Humanities and Social Science students will answer Bangla, English and General Knowledge questions.
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DCU Admission Test Schedule 2026
University authority confirmed that the online application process may begin from June 10 and continue till June 20, 2026. After completing the application, students will be able to download admit cards from July 5 through the official website.
The exact admission test date has not been announced yet. However, the examination is expected to be held after the admit card distribution process. This year’s admission process is important because DCU will conduct its own exam for the first time.
Students are advised to follow official notices regularly for updated information regarding exam schedule, seat plan and result publication.
How to Apply Online for DCU Admission
Candidates who want to participate in the admission test must complete the online application process within the scheduled date. The university authority will accept applications only through the official admission portal. Students should provide correct academic information while filling out the form.
- Visit the official admission website of Dhaka Central University (dcu.ac.bd or dcuadmission.org)using a mobile phone or a computer browser.
- Click on the application or login option and provide SSC and HSC examination information correctly.
- Enter roll number, registration number, passing year and education board details in the required fields.
- After verifying the information, complete the online form and select the preferred admission unit carefully.
- Pay the Tk 800 application fee through bank payment, debit card, credit card or mobile financial services.
- Download the application confirmation copy and keep it safely for future admission activities and admit card collection.
After completing the online process successfully, candidates will be able to download the admit card from the official website. Students must bring the admit card and required documents during the admission test.
Total Seats
Dhaka Central University has a total of 11,150 seats under the seven government colleges. Among them, the highest number of seats is allocated for Science unit students.
According to available information, 4,773 seats are reserved for Science background students. Humanities students will get 4,492 seats, while 1,885 seats are available for Business Studies students. The final subject and department allocation will depend on merit position and admission policies.
Instructions for Candidates
Students should complete the application process within the deadline to avoid server-related problems at the last moment. All information submitted during the application must match SSC and HSC records.
Candidates should also keep a copy of the payment receipt and application confirmation page. The admit card will contain important information, including roll number, exam centre and exam instructions. Mobile phones and electronic devices may not be allowed inside the examination hall.
FAQ
When will DCU Admission 2026 application start?
The application process is expected to begin on June 10, 2026.
What is the application fee for DCU admission?
Applicants will need to pay Tk 800 as an application fee.
How many seats are available in DCU?
There are a total of 11,150 seats under seven colleges.
When will the admit card download start?
Admit card download may begin from July 5, 2026.
