Khulna University (KU) Admission Circular 2025-26

Khulna University has announced the 2025-26 admission circular for its A, B, C, and D units. The circular includes unit-wise rules such as who can apply, required GPA, subjects needed, exam system, and seat information. Students must check their suitable unit based on their HSC group or subject background.

Applications will be taken online within the fixed dates, and candidates must take part in the unit-based admission test. Detailed instructions, including exam topics and conditions, are provided in the official circulars, which are available as PDF files.

Important Dates (Key Timeline)

Khulna University will accept online applications from [application_start] to  27 November 2025(11:59 PM). Admission tests for all units will be held on 18-19 December, 2025. Results will be published on 30 December 2025, followed by online confirmation, document checking, and admission procedures in January 2026.

KU Admission Circular PDF Download

Khulna University has released separate admission circulars for A, B, C, and D units in PDF format. These files contain unit-wise rules including eligibility, application process, subject requirements, seat structure, and exam pattern. Applicants should review the correct PDF before applying to avoid mistakes.

A Unit Admission Details

A Unit is open to Science-group students who passed SSC in 2022/2023 and HSC in [hsc_pass]. The required minimum combined GPA is hsc_pass. The admission test includes MCQ and written exams; some applicants must also take a practical (drawing) test. MCQ has negative marking.

Key Points

• Eligible group: Science
• SSC passing year: 2022/2023
• HSC passing year: 2024/2025
• Minimum GPA: hsc_pass (combined)
• Exam format: MCQ, Written, Practical (for applicable group)
• Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
• MCQ subjects: Math, Chemistry, Physics, English, ICT
• MCQ marks distribution: Math 15, Chemistry 15, Physics 15, English 10, ICT 5
• Final merit: MCQ + written + practical (if required)
• Application process: Online

After fulfilling the eligibility requirements, students must participate in the MCQ and written exams. Only specific candidates will sit for the practical test. The final merit score will be calculated based on performance in all required evaluation parts. Higher score holders will secure admission under A Unit.

B Unit Admission Details

B Unit is open to candidates who passed SSC in 2022/2023 and HSC in 2024/2025. Applicants must have a minimum combined GPA of hsc_pass. The admission test includes MCQ and written sections. Subjects include Bangla, English, and General Knowledge. Negative marking applies.

Key Points

• Eligible background: Arts / Humanities
• SSC passing year: 2022/2023
• HSC passing year: 2024/2025
• Minimum GPA: hsc_pass (combined)
• Minimum subject GPA requirement for GBPGmwm group: 3.00 in related subjects
• Exam format: MCQ + Written
• MCQ negative marking: 0.25
• MCQ marks distribution: Bangla 15, English 12, General Knowledge 12, BS (English) 9 → 60 marks
• Written marks: 40
• Total marks: 100
• Result basis: MCQ + Written
• Application process: Online

B Unit admission evaluates applicants through MCQ and written exams. The MCQ portion focuses on Bangla, English, and General Knowledge, while the written test covers similar subjects. Applicants must meet subject-wise GPA conditions where required. The final merit list is prepared using scores from both MCQ and written sections.

C Unit Admission Details

C Unit is open to candidates who passed SSC in 2022/2023 and HSC in 2024/2025. Applicants must have a minimum combined GPA of 7.00 in SSC and HSC. The admission test includes MCQ and written exams. MCQ covers Bangla, English, and General Knowledge. Negative marking applies.

Key Points

• Eligible background: All groups (Arts / Commerce / Science)
• SSC passing year: 2022/2023
• HSC passing year: 2024/2025
• Minimum GPA: 7.00 (combined)
• Exam format: MCQ + Written
• MCQ negative marking: 25% per wrong answer
• MCQ subjects: Bangla, English, General Knowledge
• MCQ marks: Bangla 10, English 25, GK 25 → 60 marks
• Written marks: Bangla 10, English 30 → 40 marks
• Total marks: 100
• Application process: Online

C Unit admission is open for applicants from all educational backgrounds who meet the GPA requirements. The MCQ portion evaluates Bangla, English, and General Knowledge. The written exam tests Bangla and English skills. The final merit list is prepared from both MCQ and written scores; higher scorers secure admission to C Unit programs.

D Unit Admission Details

D Unit is open to students who passed SSC in 2022/2023 and HSC in 2024/2025. Applicants must have a minimum combined GPA of 3.50 in related subjects and at least 3.00 in English (A-Level equivalent). The admission test has MCQ and written parts. Negative marking applies.

Key Points

• Eligible background: Science / Humanities / Business (depending on discipline)
• SSC passing year: 2022/2023
• HSC passing year: 2024/2025
• Minimum subject GPA: 3.50 (Science-related)
• Minimum English requirement: 3.00 (A-Level equivalent)
• Exam format: MCQ + Written
• MCQ negative marking: 0.25
• MCQ subjects: English, Mathematics & Analytical Ability, General Knowledge
• MCQ marks: English 20, Math & Analytical Ability 30, GK 10 → 60 marks
• Written marks: English composition → 40 marks
• Total marks: 100
• Application process: Online

D Unit admission evaluates English, mathematics, analytical ability, and general knowledge. MCQ questions carry negative marking. The written section focuses mainly on English composition and translation. The final merit score is calculated from both MCQ and written performance; applicants must qualify in both parts to secure a seat.

Seat Distribution

Khulna University has separate seat allocations for A, B, C, and D units. The total seats vary by department and include general + quota categories. Below is the official unit-wise seat count as mentioned in the circulars. Department-level numbers are available inside each unit PDF.

Unit-wise Seat Count (From PDF)

A Unit includes 303 general seats and 8+8 reserved, totaling 320 seats. B Unit includes 266 general and 7+7 reserved, totaling 281. C Unit has 391 general and 12+12 reserved, totaling 415. D Unit has 83 general and 2+2 reserved, totaling 88.

Admission Test Pattern

Khulna University admission tests are held separately for each unit. Each test primarily follows MCQ format, while written assessment is also included. A Unit additionally arranges a practical exam for specific fields. MCQ questions follow negative marking, and subjects differ across units.

Key Points

• Format includes MCQ + written
• Practical exam applies to A Unit only
• Wrong MCQ answer deducts 0.25 marks
• Subject focus varies by unit

The exam format emphasizes unit-specific subjects. A Unit highlights science subjects, B and C Units focus on language and general knowledge, and D Unit tests analytical ability and English. Practical assessment applies only to selected A Unit areas.

Application Process

All applications must be submitted online through apply.ku.ac.bd. A new account is created first, then candidates enter SSC–HSC details, choose their unit, and submit. The application becomes valid only after payment is completed. Admit cards and later updates are also provided on this portal.

Steps

• Go to apply.ku.ac.bd
• Open a new account
• Login and fill SSC + HSC information
• Select preferred unit(s)
• Submit the form
• Pay the fee online
• Confirm payment from dashboard
• Download admit card before the exam

Applicants must keep their login details safe. Unpaid or incomplete forms are not accepted.

Selection Process

Khulna University creates the merit list using admission test scores. MCQ and written marks are counted for all units, while A Unit may also include practical marks for specific subjects. Negative marking in MCQ affects the final score, and only candidates who complete required parts are considered.

Key Points

• Merit = MCQ + written (+ practical for A Unit)
• Negative marking applies
• A Unit requires practical for selective fields
• B, C, D Units consider only MCQ + written
• Tie-breaking uses subject-based marks

Final selection is based on the total merit score following unit rules. Applicants with incomplete exams are not included. If two candidates score the same, subject-based results determine the higher position.

Khulna University admission for 2025–26 requires candidates to apply online, follow unit-wise rules, and complete all exam steps. Applicants should carefully review the circulars before submitting forms. For assistance, candidates may contact 01833-311067 or 02-477734200. All updates, admit cards, and results are available on apply.ku.ac.bd.