St. Joseph's College Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

St. Joseph’s University (SJU), Bengaluru, established in 1882 by the Jesuit fathers and recognized as a private university, offers a vast array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across its schools of Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, Commerce, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Media Studies. Admissions at SJU are strictly merit-based and competitive, conducted across multiple phases and selecting candidates through academic merit, national-level tests (such as CUET), or the institutional St. Joseph's University Entrance Test (SJUET) followed by personal interviews.

Admission Process

The enrollment framework at St. Joseph's University operates under a structured digital admissions system:

• Online Registration: Candidates must visit the official university admission portal (sju.edu.in) and register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate their applicant credentials.
• Application Submission: Applicants fill in their personal details, academic scores (Class 10, Class 12, or Undergraduate marks), and select their preferred program options.
• Entrance Examination (SJUET / CUET): For specific professional and media programs, candidates must appear for the St. Joseph’s University Entrance Test (SJUET). Cycle 1 of SJUET is conducted across multiple regional exam centers (Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Ranchi, and Ernakulam/Cochin), while subsequent cycles are conducted on-campus. CUET scores are also accepted for qualifying programs.
• Personal Interview & Evaluation: Shortlisted candidates receive an interview intimation via the applicant portal or official university email. Candidates are evaluated through personal interviews or department-specific oral interactions.
• Provisional Selection & Fee Payment: Selected candidates are issued provisional admission offers. Admission is finalized upon online fee submission within the specified timeframe and physical document verification.

Program-Wise Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the foundational criteria mandated by the university prior to registration:

• Undergraduate Arts & Social Sciences (BA / BSW): Pass in Class 12 / 2nd PUC or equivalent examination from a recognized board in any stream, with English as a compulsory subject.
• Commerce & Management (B.Com / BBA): Completion of Class 12 / 2nd PUC with a minimum aggregate score; candidates applying for specialized tracks like BBA Strategic Finance or B.Com International Accounting require mathematics/accountancy backgrounds and must qualify in SJUET.
• Computer Applications & IT (BCA / B.Sc Computer Science): Pass in 10+2 / PUC with Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science as core subjects.
• Science Programs (B.Sc Life Sciences / Physical Sciences): Class 12 or equivalent pass with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology (PCM/PCB) depending on the specialized major selected.
• Postgraduate Programs (MA / M.Sc / M.Com / MSW / MCA): Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university with an aggregate of 50% to 55% marks. Admissions are evaluated through bachelor's merit, CUET PG, or SJUET performance combined with interview rounds.

Important Dates for 2026 Admissions

The academic admission calendar for the 2026–2027 academic session at St. Joseph's University is detailed below:

Application Fees & Mode of Payment

• UG Programs Application Fee: INR 1,000 for general undergraduate courses.
• PG & PG Diploma Application Fee: INR 1,200 for postgraduate degree and diploma applications.
• Ph.D. Application Fee: INR 1,000 for doctoral applications.
• Entrance Test Surcharge: An additional fee of INR 200 is applicable for programs that require the SJUET entrance examination.
• Payment Modes: All fees must be paid online via Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Net Banking, or UPI through the applicant portal payment gateway. The registration fee is strictly non-refundable.

Required Documents

Candidates shortlisted for document verification and final enrollment must produce the original documents along with self-attested copies:

• Class 10th / SSLC Marks Card (Proof of Date of Birth).
• Class 12th / 2nd PUC / Intermediate Marks Card.
• Degree Marks Cards and Provisional Degree Certificate (for PG and Lateral Entry Applicants).
• Scorecard of SJUET / CUET / National Entrance Exams (where applicable).
• Transfer Certificate (TC) from the institution last attended.
• Migration Certificate (for students from boards or universities outside Karnataka).
• Conduct and Character Certificate.
• Caste / Category / Disability Certificate (if seeking reservation or fee concessions).
• Aadhaar Card copy of the student and parents.
• Passport-size color photographs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Does St. Joseph’s University collect capitation fees or donations for admissions?

No. SJU officially maintains a strict policy prohibiting donations or capitation fees. Admissions across all programs are granted purely on the basis of academic merit, entrance test scores, and performance in personal interviews.

Q2: What is the SJUET entrance exam, and where is it held?

The St. Joseph’s University Entrance Test (SJUET) is an internal assessment conducted for specific competitive tracks like Visual Communication, Strategic Finance, BCA, and B.Voc. Cycle 1 is held across five cities (Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Ranchi, and Ernakulam), while subsequent cycles are held on the main campus in Bengaluru.

Q3: Are CUET scores accepted for undergraduate and postgraduate programs at SJU?

Yes. CUET UG scores are accepted for various undergraduate admissions alongside Class 12 performance. Similarly, CUET PG scores are considered for postgraduate admissions in Humanities and Science streams.

Q4: Can a candidate apply for lateral entry into the second year at St. Joseph's University?

Yes. SJU offers lateral entry admissions for eligible students who have successfully completed the 1st year (Semesters I and II) of their UG or PG programs at another recognized university, subject to syllabus matching and seat availability.

Q5: What happens if a candidate gets selected for a second program choice after securing admission in a first choice?

According to university regulations, securing admission to a new program automatically cancels any prior program admission within SJU. The candidate retains only the seat for their most recent admission, with no provision to reinstate the previous seat.