Tilak Maharashtra University Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV), Pune offers its admission across most UG, PG and PhD programmes, with online application and entrance/merit-based selection depending on the course. For 2026, students can broadly expect CUET/MAH CET/other state/national tests plus TMV’s own entrance exams for selected programmes, followed by counselling and document verification.

Key admission highlights 2026

• Admissions run through TMV’s dedicated online admission portal, where candidates must register, fill the form, upload documents and track application status.
• For many health, management, law, computer, and professional programmes, TMV uses a mix of external exams (CUET, MAH CET family, NEET, MAH MCA CET, MAH HM CET, etc.) and/or TMV’s own entrance tests, while several general UG courses remain largely merit-based on Class 12 marks.

Major programmes & entrance basis

1.Undergraduate (UG) programmes
Key streams include Arts, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Law, Hospitality, Media, Performing Arts and Health Sciences.

• A., B.Com, BBA, BSc (various specialisations including Data Science/AI & ML, Biotechnology, etc.) generally admit on 10+2 merit plus scores in board exams / CUET where applicable.

• BCA / BCA (Cyber Security) require 10+2 with minimum 50% marks; admission may consider TMV entrance or state-level CET/CUET scores depending on stream.

2. Postgraduate (PG) programmes

• MBA/PGDM: Graduation with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) plus valid score in exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, MAH MBA CET, followed by institute-level selection.

• MCA: Graduation with minimum 50% (45% reserved) and MAH MCA CET score; admission is merit-cum-counselling based.

• MA, MCom, MSc, MSW, MJMC and other PG degrees generally require relevant bachelor’s degree with minimum prescribed percentage; some subjects may have TMV entrance tests.

• Law programmes (LLB 3-year, BA LLB 5-year) require graduation (for LLB) or 10+2 (for BA LLB) and typically involve a TMV-conducted entrance test; local/state law CET may also be considered.

• Professional and allied programmes like B.Sc Hospitality & Tourism, BSc Nursing, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, BHMCT, BPT follow respective regulatory guidelines and often use state CET/NEET or institutional tests plus counselling.

3. PhD and MPhil

• TMV issues a specific annual notification for PhD admissions (full-time/part-time) mentioning disciplines, eligibility (usually relevant PG with minimum marks), application deadlines and fee details.

• Selection is through a university PhD Entrance Test (PET) or exemption on the basis of NET/SET etc., followed by interview and research proposal evaluation.

 Admission Process Steps

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV) follows a mostly uniform, step-wise admission process that starts with online registration, application form filling, document upload/verification, entrance test (for relevant courses), and ends with fee payment and confirmation of admission.

1. Check course & eligibility

• Visit TMV’s official website and go to the “Admissions/Admission Open” or relevant department page to see programmes, intake and eligibility.

• Confirm minimum academic qualifications (10+2/graduate marks, subject requirements) and whether the course is merit-based or entrance-based (TMV CET / MAH CET / other exams).

2. Prepare documents (scanned & physical)
   • Keep scanned copies ready: passport size photo (<100 KB), signature, mark sheets (10th/12th/degree), category certificate, ID proof, migration/transfer certificate etc. as per the online admission manual.

• For foreign/NRI students, additional documents such as passport, visa, residential permit and medical/HIV-negative report are required as per the foreign student admission procedure.

3. Online registration on TMV portal
   • Go to TMV’s admission portal (New Student Registration) and create an account using a valid email ID and mobile number.

• Verify email and mobile through OTP and then log in to your dashboard to start the application form.

4. Fill application form & select course
   • Enter personal details, academic history, category, address and other required information as per the online admission user manual.

• Choose the desired programme (UG/PG/Diploma/PhD) and centre/campus as applicable, then save and review all entries before final submission.

5. Upload documents & pay application fee

• Upload scanned documents in the prescribed format and size through the portal (photo, signature, mark sheets, certificates, etc.).

• Pay the application/entrance fee online (net banking/card/UPI) and generate/print the application form or receipt as proof of submission.

6. Entrance test registration (if applicable)
   • For courses having TMV Common Entrance Test (e.g., MBA, MCA, MSW, MMM, BFA, BEd, BPT, BSc Nursing and some others), fill the separate TMV online entrance/CET form and follow the specific procedure.

• Download the entrance admit card from the entrance portal and appear for the test on the scheduled date, carrying required ID and documents.

7. Merit list / result & selection
   • For merit-based courses, TMV prepares a merit list based on qualifying exam marks (and sometimes a composite score of 10th + 12th).

• For entrance-based courses, selection is based on TMV-CET score and/or recognised external exams (MAH MCA CET, MAH MBA CET, etc.), followed by counselling or interview wherever applicable.

8. Counselling, document verification & admission offer
   • Shortlisted candidates are called for counselling/interaction and in-person document verification at TMV headquarters or designated campus.

• After verification, candidates receive an official admission intimation (email/admission letter) from the college/university for the selected course.

9. Fee payment & confirmation of seat
   • Candidates must pay the prescribed course fee (full or first instalment) within the given deadline to confirm their seat.

• On successful payment and completion of formalities, TMV issues final admission confirmation/enrolment; students then receive timetable, ID and can fill exam forms as per schedule.

Admission Criteria

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV), Pune offers a diverse range of UG, PG, diploma, and PhD programmes across streams like management, computer applications, health sciences, arts, law, hospitality, and more, with eligibility typically requiring minimum percentage marks in qualifying exams (relaxation for reserved categories) plus entrance tests where applicable. Criteria vary by course level and discipline, often mandating 10+2 for UG (40-55% aggregate) or graduation for PG (45-50%), alongside TMV CET, MAH CET, CUET, or merit-based selection.

UG Courses & Eligibility

PG Courses & Eligibility

 Required Documents

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV) requires candidates to submit both scanned copies during online application and original/photocopies during verification for 2026 admissions, with specifics varying slightly by UG/PG level and category. 

Core Documents for All Applicants

• Passport-size photographs (2-6 recent copies, <100 KB scanned for upload).
• Government-issued ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Driving License, or Passport).
• School Leaving Certificate / Transfer Certificate (TC) (original + attested copy).
• Mark sheets and passing certificates of 10th, 12th (for UG), and graduation (for PG) – attested copies.
• Entrance exam scorecard (TMV CET, MAH CET, CUET, NEET, CAT/MAT etc., if applicable) – copy of result.

Category & Special Documents

• Caste certificate, validity certificate, non-creamy layer (for OBC), or EWS certificate (if claiming reservation/relaxation).
• Disability certificate (for PwD quota, issued by competent authority).
• Gap affidavit (if applicable, explaining break in education).
• Migration certificate (for students from other boards/universities

UG-Specific Additions

• 10th and 12th mark sheets/passing certificates (attested).
• Provisional eligibility certificate (if from non-Maharashtra board).

 PG/PhD-Specific Additions

• Graduation degree certificate / provisional certificate and all semester mark sheets (attested).
• For PhD: PG mark sheets, NET/SET/GATE scorecard (if exempt from PET).

 International/NRI Students

• Passport (original + copy), Student Visa, Residential Permit (FRRO Pune).
• HIV-negative medical report (<6 months old), equivalence certificate from AIU.