Admission Details of Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET)
Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), located in Raozan, Chattogram, Bangladesh, is one of the most prestigious public engineering universities in the country. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various Engineering disciplines, Urban & Regional Planning (BURP), and Architecture (B.Arch) designed to nurture skilled engineers, planners, and architects. This guide provides complete admission details — eligibility criteria, application timelines, test format, quotas, international admissions, costs, and post-admission procedures.
1. Overview of CUET Admission System
CUET conducts a centralized **Undergraduate Admission Test** each year to select candidates for its various academic programs. The admission process is competitive and primarily based on merit, determined by academic results and admission test performance. Admission circulars with eligibility, timeline and fees are published annually on the official admission portal and CUET website. 1
The university offers programs in Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Urban & Regional Planning (BURP), Architecture (B.Arch), and other engineering disciplines. Total seats vary yearly; for the 2025-26 cycle, the undergraduate admission test had **931 seats** including reserved seats. 2
2. Eligibility Criteria
2.1 Domestic Students (Bangladeshi Nationals)
To apply for the undergraduate admission test, Bangladeshi students must meet strict academic criteria based on SSC and HSC results:
- You must have passed SSC (or equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 4.00. 3
- HSC (or equivalent) must be passed in the same year (e.g., 2025 for the 2025-26 session). 4
- You must achieve a **total Grade Point of at least 14.00** in three core subjects: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. 5
- A minimum Grade Point of **‘B’ in English** is required. 6
- Candidates for **Biomedical Engineering** must also have at least **Grade Point 4.00 in Biology** at HSC level. 7
Students who completed O-Level and A-Level can also apply if they meet equivalent subject and grade requirements in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English and Biology (for certain departments). Exact equivalency rules are published in each year’s circular. 8
2.2 International Applicants
Foreign and international students may apply directly to CUET through the Registrar’s office with attested academic documents (12 years of schooling or GCE systems). Typical requirements include minimum grade standards in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and, where relevant, Biology. Specific quotas and application deadlines are included in the official foreign admission circular. 9
3. Admission Timeline & Key Dates
CUET usually follows an annual cycle with application openings in December and tests in January for the next academic year. The 2025-26 admission cycle (academic year 2025-2026) had the following key dates: 10
- Application Start Date: 15 December 2025 (9:00 AM). 11
- Final Application Date: 31 December 2025 (11:59 PM). 12
- Fee Submission Deadline: 1 January 2026. 13
- Eligible Candidates List: 6 January 2026 (merit list for admission test). 14
- Admission Test (MCQ): 17 January 2026 – 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. 15
- Free-Hand Drawing (Group B only): 17 January 2026 – 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM. 16
- Final Admission Notices: Published post-exam (dates vary). 17
These dates may change annually and depend on the academic calendar and council decisions. Always consult the official admission portal for updates. 18
4. Application Process
The application process for CUET Undergraduate admission is entirely online. Applicants must access the official CUET Admission Portal: https://admissioncuet.ac.bd. 19
4.1 Steps to Apply
- Visit the admission portal during application dates. 20
- Create a new application account and enter academic details accurately. 21
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in required format. 22
- Select your desired group: Group A (Engineering & URP) or Group B (Engineering, URP & Architecture). 23
- Pay the application fee online:
- Group A – ~1200 Taka. 24
- Group B – ~1400 Taka. 25
- Submit the application before the deadline. 26
Once submitted, applications cannot be changed or withdrawn and fees are non-refundable. 27
5. Admission Test Structure
CUET’s admission test consists of multiple sections and varies slightly by group: 28
5.1 Group A Exam
- It includes MCQ questions on Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. 29
- The exam is typically worth 500 marks. 30
5.2 Group B Exam
- It includes the written exam (500 marks) plus a 200-mark Free-Hand Drawing test for Architecture candidates. 31
- The free-hand drawing assesses design aptitude and creative skills. 32
Exact syllabus details and question distribution are published yearly in the official circular’s annexures. 33
6. Merit & Eligible Candidates List
Before the admission test, CUET generates an **eligible candidates list** based on academic performance. This list is published online and includes candidates entitled to sit in the admission test (up to a fixed merit position like the top ~16,000). 34
Merit ranking considers total grade points in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. Tie-breakers are resolved through subject-wise marks as specified by the university’s ranking policy. 35
7. Reserved Seats & Quotas
CUET reserves seats for certain categories such as:
- Tribal and Ethnic Minority Quotas – e.g., for students from Chittagong Hill Tracts and other groups. 36
- Other reserved seats – including specific allocation for underrepresented applicants. 37
Reserved seats are filled from the same admission test merit list but with specific subgroup merit criteria. 38
8. Post-Admission Procedures
After the admission test and merit result publication, students must:
- Attend admission confirmation sessions at CUET on scheduled dates. 39
- Submit original academic certificates and documents. 40
- Pay initial tuition and registration fees to secure their seat. 41
Students should be present physically on designated dates, as missing these sessions may forfeits admission. 42
9. International Student Admission
Foreign students may apply directly through CUET’s Registrar with attested academic documents. The typical deadline (e.g., for the 2025-26 intake) was **15 April 2026**. 43
Eligibility for international students often includes:
- Completion of 12 years of schooling (or equivalent). 44
- Minimum performance standards in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and possibly Biology (for specific majors). 45
- Attested transcripts and passport copies. 46
Selection is based on academic merit followed by ministry approval, and selected candidates are issued a provisional offer letter for visa processing. 47
10. Fees & Financial Information
The application fee depends on the group chosen (Groups A or B) and is paid online through the CUET admission portal using SSL Helpline, mobile banking, or other specified payment channels. 48
Tuition, registration, and semester fees vary by department and are listed in the official fee schedule provided by CUET on admission confirmation. Financial aid and scholarships may be available for meritorious and financially disadvantaged students, depending on availability and university policy.
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