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Dhaka Central University (the former seven colleges) admission 2026-27—eligibility, units, mark distribution, seats and the application process.
About Dhaka Central University
Dhaka's former seven colleges have merged into the new Dhaka Central University (DCU; previously known as the seven colleges / সাত কলেজ). Admission runs through the dcuadmission.org portal, with the circular usually published a little later than other universities (around January).
Dhaka Central University Admission 2026-27 — At a Glance
| University | Dhaka Central University (former 7-college) |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Units | Science, Business Studies and Humanities |
| Exam method | 120-mark MCQ (pass 40, no negative marking) |
| Seats | ≈ 26,160 |
| Application start | To be announced |
| Official website | dcuadmission.org |
Admission Eligibility 2026-27
Minimum combined GPA (SSC + HSC with 4th subject) by group:
| Science | Total GPA 7.00 |
| Business Studies | Total GPA 6.50 |
| Humanities | Total GPA 6.00 |
Application Process 2026-27
- Register at dcuadmission.org.
- Select your unit/group and pay the application fee.
- Download the admit card and sit the exam.
- Colleges and subjects are allocated by result and choice.
Application Fee
- Application fee: To be announced
Mark Distribution 2026-27
A 120-mark exam (MCQ 100 + GPA 20) with a pass mark of 40 and no negative marking.
| Part | Marks |
|---|---|
| MCQ exam | 100 |
| SSC & HSC GPA | 20 |
| Total | 120 |
Seat Count 2026-27
| Total seats (approx.) | ≈ 26,160 |
| Constituent colleges | 7 (former seven colleges) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes, Dhaka's seven colleges have merged into the standalone "Dhaka Central University" (DCU).
Through the dcuadmission.org portal.
120 marks (MCQ 100 + GPA 20), with a pass mark of 40.
No, the DCU admission test has no negative marking.
Approximately 26,160 seats.
Usually a little after other universities, around January.
A combined SSC + HSC GPA of at least 7.00.
Practise the HSC textbooks and previous questions, and take free model tests.
Admission Circular 2026-27
The full circular with a download link will be added here once it is officially published.
The official circular has not been published yet. Once it is, the download link and full details will be added here.
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