The National University of Bangladesh (NU) announced the NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Circular 2024 on their official website on May 8, 2024. The online application period for the NU Preliminary to Masters (Regular) program will commence on May 14, 2024, at 4:00 PM and conclude on May 27, 2024, at 12:00 PM. Students are required to submit their applications online via the official NU website.

Following the online application, students must remit a fee of 300 taka through mobile banking as specified by the college authority or directly to the concerned college before May 28, 2024. Classes for admitted students are scheduled to begin on July 1, 2024. This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive step-by-step guide to the admission process for the academic year 2021-2022.

NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Schedule 2024

The NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Schedule for the academic year 2021-2022 has been published. Make sure to follow the deadlines and guidelines carefully to successfully apply for the NU Preliminary to Master’s program. Below are the important dates to be remembered.

• Application Start: May 14, 2024, at 4 pm
• Application Deadline: May 27, 2024, at 12 pm
• Last Date for Submission of Application & Fee: May 28, 2024

NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Eligibility and conditions

In the admission process for the Preliminary to Masters (Regular) program at the National University (NU) for the academic year 2021-2022, certain eligibility criteria and conditions must be met by applicants:

• Students who have obtained a minimum of 45% marks in the traditional method or a minimum CGPA of 2.25 in the grading and credit method in the regular three-year graduation (pass) examination under National University between 2017 and 2021 are eligible to apply.
• Additionally, applicants must achieve a minimum of 40% marks out of 400 marks in the traditional system or a minimum GPA of 2.0 out of 24 credits in the subjects studied in the grading and credit system.
• Students who have completed a graduation (pass) private/certificate course examination from National University are not eligible for the Preliminary to Masters (Regular) admission program in the academic year 2021-2022. However, they can register for the Preliminary to Masters (Private) program in the same academic year if they meet the eligibility requirements.
• Those who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) examination of four years duration from 2017 to 2021 under National University cannot apply for the Preliminary to Masters (Regular) program. However, they can apply for registration in the Preliminary to Masters (Private) program if they achieve a minimum of 45% marks or a GPA of 2.25 in the certificate course examination.
• Students who have passed or are currently studying for Masters 1st phase/Preliminary to Masters (Regular/Private) examination from National University, or enrolled in any other educational program, are not eligible to apply for the Preliminary to Masters (Regular) program for the academic year 2021-2022.
• Applicants must provide an undertaking confirming that they are not currently enrolled or studying in any other educational program under National University or any other university. Dual admission is strictly prohibited, and violation of this condition will result in the cancellation of both admission and registration as per National University provisions.
• The National University Authority reserves the right to cancel the admission and registration of any applicant if false, incorrect, or incomplete information or pictures are found in the initial application form.

NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Process

To apply for the NU Preliminary to Masters (Regular) program, applicants need to follow a detailed process mentioned by the National University (NU):

• Visit the Masters Tab on the NU admission website and click on "Apply Now (Masters Preli.)".
• Enter correct details including roll number of the graduation (pass) exam, registration number, pass number, personal mobile number, and email address.
• Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph meeting specific size (120*150 pixels) and format (jpg) requirements.
• Select the desired department, district, and college to view eligible subjects and seat numbers.
• Choose subject preferences carefully as subjects will be allotted based on merit and preference order.
• Applicants eligible for quotas (e.g., children/grandchildren of freedom fighters, minorities, special needs/differently abled) must select the appropriate quota and provide original certificates as proof.
• Quota preferences will be considered alongside subject preferences during seat allocation
• Fill the application form with accurate information and submit online.
• After submission, download and print the application form on A4 white paper.
• Verify all details and correct any errors using the Applicant Login portal.
• Sign and date the printed application form.
• Submit the form along with attested mark sheets, registration card copy, undertaking regarding dual admission, and the initial application fee (300 taka) to the concerned college.
• The college will confirm the application online and notify applicants via SMS.

NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Circular 2024 Download

To simplify the process for students, we are offering a direct link to download the official notice for the NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Circular 2024. To view and download the notice in PDF format, click here. Additionally, you can download high-quality images from the section below.

Merit List Creation and Subject Distribution

In the academic year 2021-2022, the candidates applying for the Preliminary to Masters (regular) admission program will have their subjects allotted based on the merit list prepared from their graduation (pass) examination results. Here is the process:

• The merit list is prepared separately for each college based on the candidates' performance in the graduation (pass) examination.
• If two or more applicants applying for the same subject in the same college have the same merit score, priority is given to the younger applicant in that subject.
• Subject distribution is done based on the merit list, quota, and release slip processes.
• Colleges can view the subject-wise merit list using specific credentials (User ID, Password, OTP) on the NU admission website.
• Applicants can check their merit list results via SMS (by sending nu<space>atmp<space>roll number to 16222), through the Applicant Login option on the admission website (http://app11.nu.edu.bd/), or directly from their respective colleges.

NU Preliminary to Masters Admission via release slip

For applicants who didn't make it into the merit list or had to cancel their admission, there's a chance to apply for a release slip.

• If you're not on the merit list or couldn't secure your preferred subject, apply for a release slip.
• Choose three colleges with vacant seats in your desired subject.
• Make sure your initial application form is verified online by the college. Without verification, you can't apply for the release slip.

NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Fees

The fees for the Preliminary to Masters (Regular) program for the academic year 2021-2022 set by the National University (NU) are as follows:

• The initial application fee per applicant is 300/-
• Registration Fee per student: 800/-
• Sports and Culture fee per student: 20/-
• BNCC fee per student: 5/-
• Rover Scout fee per student: 10/-

Additional fee:

• Admission cancellation fee per student: 200/-
• Student Admission Reinstatement Fee: 200/-

The total fees payable amount to 835/- per student. It's important to note that the National University reserves the right to modify these fees and related regulations as mentioned in the admission notice.

The NU Preliminary to Masters Admission Circular 2024 offers a detailed guide for those interested in studying at the National University of Bangladesh. We've covered important topics like the admission schedule, eligibility criteria, application process, subject distribution, and associated fees for the upcoming academic year. We'd love to hear from you! Please share your comments and questions below.