Mumbai University Second Merit List 2026 Out - Release Date, Cut-Offs, How to Check at mu.ac.in

Mumbai University (University of Mumbai) is a premier state university in Maharashtra that conducts admissions to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across affiliated colleges. The Second Merit List 2026 represents the second round of seat allocation for students who applied for admission to various courses including Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, and professional programmes. This merit list is released after the first merit list allocations are complete and seats remain vacant. Students who were not allocated seats in the first merit list or wish to upgrade their college allocation can check their status in this second merit list. The list is published on the official university website mu.ac.in and students must complete document verification and fee payment within the stipulated timeline to confirm their admission.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Vacancy Distribution Across All Affiliated Colleges

Note: Actual vacancies vary by college, course, and category. Numbers represent approximate aggregate across all affiliated colleges and programmes.

Educational Qualification

For Undergraduate Programmes (BA/BSc/BCom):

• Passed Class 12th or equivalent examination from a recognized board
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks for general category (40% for reserved categories)
• Subject-specific requirements as per course (e.g., Science stream for BSc, Commerce for BCom)

For Postgraduate Programmes (MA/MSc/MCom):

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university
• Minimum 50% marks in graduation (45% for reserved categories)
• Specific entrance test scores where applicable

Age Limit

Age Relaxation:

Age calculated as on July 1, 2026

Nationality

• Indian citizens
• Foreign nationals through International Student Cell
• NRI/PIO candidates as per university norms
• Candidates must fulfill domicile requirements for quota seats

How to Apply for Second Merit List Admissions

1. Visit Official Website: Go to mu.ac.in or the designated admission portal

1. Login to Admission Portal: Use your application registration number and password created during initial registration

1. Check Second Merit List: Navigate to 'Merit Lists' section and download the second merit list for your chosen course and college

1. Verify Allocation: Check if you have been allocated a seat in any college. Note your allotted college name, course, and category

1. Download Provisional Admission Letter: If allocated, download and print the provisional admission letter from the portal

1. Visit Allotted College: Report to the allotted college within the specified timeline (typically 3-5 days) with all original documents

1. Document Verification: Submit original certificates for verification including Class 10th, 12th, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, transfer certificate, migration certificate, passport photos, and Aadhar card

1. Pay Admission Fees: Pay the first-year fees online or through college payment modes. Fees vary by course and college (typically ₹5,000 to ₹50,000 for first semester)

1. Confirm Seat: Obtain admission receipt and confirm your seat allocation

1. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of all documents and fee receipt on the admission portal for final confirmation

Application Fees (Initial Registration)

Fees vary by programme level and number of colleges selected. Second merit list does not require fresh application fees.

1. Merit-Based Selection: Students are selected purely on merit basis according to their Class 12th percentage or equivalent qualifying examination marks. No entrance examination is conducted for most undergraduate programmes.

1. Entrance Examination (where applicable): For certain professional courses like MCA, MBA, and some PG programmes, entrance test scores (MH-CET, CAT, GATE etc.) are considered along with graduation marks.

1. Merit List Preparation: Colleges prepare merit lists based on the applicant pool, applying reservation policies and subject-specific criteria. First merit list accommodates top scorers.

1. Second Merit List Allocation: After first round admissions, remaining vacant seats are filled through the second merit list. Students who scored slightly below first cutoff get allocation in this round.

1. Document Verification: Allocated candidates must report to colleges for physical verification of all original certificates and testimonials within the specified timeframe.

1. Fee Payment & Seat Confirmation: After successful document verification, students must pay the admission fees (first installment or full fees as per college policy) to confirm their seat.

1. Subsequent Merit Lists: If seats remain vacant after the second merit list, third or fourth merit lists may be released with progressively lower cutoff percentages until all seats are filled.

Merit Calculation (For UG Admissions)

No separate entrance exam for most undergraduate courses. Merit based on Class 12th marks.

Entrance Exam Pattern (For Select PG Programmes)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer in entrance examinations (where applicable). No negative marking in merit-based admissions as selection is based on Class 12th marks.

For UG Admissions (Merit-Based)

Selection is based on Class 12th marks - no separate syllabus. Subject requirements vary by course:

BA (Bachelor of Arts)

• Minimum 45% in Class 12th (any stream)
• Preference for Humanities/Arts students

BSc (Bachelor of Science)

• Class 12th Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology
• Minimum 50% in aggregate

BCom (Bachelor of Commerce)

• Class 12th with Commerce/Mathematics/Economics
• Accounting and Business Studies preferred

For PG Entrance Examinations (Where Applicable)

General Aptitude & Reasoning

• Quantitative aptitude and data interpretation
• Logical and analytical reasoning
• Verbal ability and reading comprehension
• General awareness and current affairs

Subject-Specific Knowledge

• Based on undergraduate curriculum of the relevant discipline
• Core concepts and fundamentals of the subject
• Application-based questions
• Research methodology (for research programmes)

English Language

• Grammar and usage
• Vocabulary and synonyms/antonyms
• Sentence correction and completion
• Paragraph reading and comprehension

Detailed syllabus varies by specific programme and is available on respective department websites

Not Applicable - This is an admission notification, not a recruitment.

Mumbai University Second Merit List is for student admissions to various academic programmes. Upon completion of degrees, graduates may pursue careers in government or private sector.

Typical Starting Salaries for Graduates (Indicative)

Salaries depend on the specific career path chosen after graduation, competitive exam qualifications, and employer.

Mumbai University degrees provide foundation for diverse career paths in government services (through UPSC, MPSC, banking exams), private sector, research, and higher education. Undergraduate degree holders can pursue postgraduate studies, professional certifications, or competitive examinations. Postgraduate degree holders qualify for teaching positions, research fellowships, and senior government positions. Many alumni have successfully entered civil services, banking, corporate management, academia, and entrepreneurship with strong career progression opportunities.

Not Applicable - This is a merit list notification, not an examination.

No admit card is required for merit-based admissions. Students allocated seats in the second merit list must download their provisional admission letter from the official portal mu.ac.in. This admission letter serves as authorization to report to the allotted college for document verification and fee payment. Students should carry printouts of the admission letter along with original documents when visiting the college.

The Second Merit List itself is the result of the admission process for the second round. It is published on the official website mu.ac.in and affiliated college websites typically 5-7 days after the first merit list admission deadline. Students can check their allocation status by logging into the admission portal using their registration credentials. The merit list displays student names, application numbers, allotted college, course, and category. Final admission confirmation happens only after successful document verification and fee payment. Subsequent merit lists (third, fourth) may be released if vacancies remain.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Percentages for Popular Colleges (Second Merit List)

Second merit list cutoffs are typically 1-3% lower than first merit list. For prestigious colleges, General category cutoffs range from 85-92% for competitive courses like BCom and BSc. Reserved category cutoffs are 5-7% lower. Mid-tier colleges have cutoffs between 70-85% for General and 65-75% for reserved categories. Course-specific cutoffs vary significantly - professional courses and science streams generally have higher cutoffs than arts streams. Actual cutoffs depend on applicant pool strength, number of vacant seats after first round, and college reputation.

Admission Processing Centres (College Locations)

Mumbai & MMR Region: South Mumbai, Dadar, Matunga, Ghatkopar, Andheri, Borivali, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan-Dombivli, Vasai-Virar

Rest of Maharashtra: Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad, Ratnagiri, Kolhapur (for affiliated colleges)

Mumbai University has 700+ affiliated colleges across Mumbai and surrounding districts. Students are allocated colleges based on their preference list and merit. Document verification happens at individual allotted colleges.