IGNTU Admission 2027: Application Form & Eligibility

IGNTU Admission 2027 applications for UG, PG, Diploma and PhD programmes are expected to open in mid-2026. Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU), Amarkantak, offers admission into MA, MBA, BA, BBA, B.Com, B.Pharma, B.Sc and other programmes based on CUET scores and, for PhD, a university-level entrance test. The admission cycle runs once a year at the national level. Candidates must fulfil the eligibility requirements before applying. Read the full article for complete details on IGNTU Admission 2027 — including application form, eligibility criteria, important dates, fees, UG/PG/PhD courses and counselling process.

Disclaimer: All 2027 dates listed below are indicative (expected) until the official notification is released by IGNTU on igntu.ac.in. Always verify with the official website before taking any action.

IGNTU Admission 2027 Key Highlights

Particulars	Details
Exam / Admission Name	IGNTU Admission 2027
Full Name of University	Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
Also Known As	IGNTU Amarkantak
Conducting Body	IGNTU, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh
Ministry / Parent Body	Ministry of Education, Government of India
UG/PG Selection Basis	CUET (Common University Entrance Test) scores
PhD Selection Basis	University Entrance Test (exemptions apply)
Admission Level	UG, PG and PhD
Frequency	Once a year
Application Mode	Online (igntu.ac.in)
Application Start (expected)	July–August 2026
Application End (expected)	October 2026
PhD Application Start (expected)	September 2026
Official Website	www.igntu.ac.in

IGNTU Admission 2027 Status

The IGNTU Admission 2027 process for UG and PG programmes is expected to be based on CUET (Common University Entrance Test) 2027 scores, in line with the University Grants Commission mandate for central universities. The CUET 2027 examination is expected to be conducted by NTA in mid-2027; the IGNTU online application window for 2027 session will be notified after the CUET results are declared. PhD applications are expected to open separately in September 2026 for the academic session beginning in 2027.

Admission Notification (UG/PG)	Expected — to be announced (check igntu.ac.in)
Admission Notification (PhD)	Expected — September 2026

How to Apply for IGNTU Admission 2027

The following are the steps to apply for IGNTU Admission 2027:

1. Go to the official IGNTU website at igntu.ac.in.
2. Click on the Admissions tab.
3. Click on the UG or PG link, depending on the level of study you are interested in.
4. Click on the Apply Online link.
5. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
6. Pay the application fee through online mode.
7. Submit the application form and save a printout for future reference.

The selection of candidates for IGNTU Admission 2027 will be based on their CUET 2027 scores. The CUET scores will be normalised across all participating universities. The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of the normalised CUET scores.

Documents required to upload along with the application form:

• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Date of birth proof
• Educational qualification proof
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• PWD certificate (if applicable)

IGNTU Admission 2027 Important Dates

The important dates for Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Admission 2027 are given below. All dates are expected and based on previous-year patterns; official dates will be notified on igntu.ac.in.

For PhD Programme (expected):

Event	Expected Dates (2027 Cycle)	Previous Year (2023) Reference
Beginning of Application Form	September 2026 (expected)	September 2023
Closing Date of Application Form	To be announced	To be announced
Downloading of Admit Cards	To be announced	To be announced
Date of Entrance Exam	To be announced	To be announced

For UG & PG Programmes (expected):

Event	Expected Dates (2027 Cycle)	Previous Year (2023) Reference
Start of Online Application Form	July–August 2026 (expected)	September 2023
Last Date for Submission of Online Application Form	October 2026 (expected)	10 October 2023
Start Date to Download Hall Ticket	To be announced	To be announced
CUET 2027 Exam Date (UG/PG)	To be announced by NTA	15–16 July 2023
Date of Result	To be announced	August 2023 (expected)
Counselling Starts	To be announced	To be announced

IGNTU Admission 2027 Application Form

The detailed information regarding the IGNTU Admission 2027 application form is given below.

• The application form will be released in online mode on the official website igntu.ac.in.
• Candidates must enter a valid personal e-mail ID and a mobile number.
• In case a candidate does not have a valid personal e-mail ID, she/he should create one before applying online.
• A separate application form must be submitted for each programme as per eligibility.
• Candidates should keep a printed copy of the filled application form for future reference.

IGNTU Application Fee 2027

The vital information regarding the IGNTU application fee is given below. Fee figures below are based on the previous admission cycle; candidates should verify the updated fee from the official notification.

For UG and PG (previous-year/expected):

Category	Fees (Previous Year Reference)
General / OBC	Rs. 300/-
SC / ST / PWD	Rs. 100/-

For PhD (previous-year/expected):

Category	Fees (Previous Year Reference)
General / OBC	Rs. 300/-
SC / ST / PWD	Rs. 100/-

Mode of Payment: Candidates can pay the application fee through online mode using a credit card, debit card or net banking.

IGNTU BA, B.Com, B.Sc., BBA, BCA, B.Ed Admission 2027

The detailed information regarding the IGNTU UG Admission 2027 is given below.

Age Limit:

• For UG courses, candidates’ age must not exceed 22 years as on 01 July of the admission year.
• For SC, ST and PWD categories there is a relaxation of 5 years, whereas for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) category there is a relaxation of 3 years.

List of UG Courses:

IGNTU MA, MBA, M.Com, M.Sc., MCA Admission 2027

The vital information regarding the IGNTU PG Admission 2027 is given below.

• Educational Qualification: Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Marks Required: Candidates must have passed the graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
• Age Limit:
  • For PG courses, candidates’ age must not exceed 27 years as on 01 July of the admission year.
  • For SC, ST and PWD categories there is a relaxation of 5 years, whereas for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) category there is a relaxation of 3 years.
• Appearing Candidates: Students in the final year of their graduation can also apply.
• NOTE: For MBA, aspirants with valid scores in CAT / MAT / CMAT / GMAT / ATMA / XAT may also apply for admission.

List of PG Courses:

IGNTU PhD Admission 2027

The vital information regarding the IGNTU PhD Admission 2027 is given below.

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• NOTE: Candidates with valid UGC-JRF / NET, ICMR-NET, ICAR-NET, DBT-JRF, DST-WS, GATE, GPAT, SLET, or SPONSORED status are exempted from appearing in the university entrance test.

List of PhD Courses:

How to Apply for Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Admissions 2027?

The steps for applying to Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Admissions 2027 are given below.

• Candidates are required to apply online through the official website igntu.ac.in.
• They must have a valid personal e-mail ID and a mobile number.
• Candidates will be notified through their registered phone number or e-mail ID.
• Candidates need to upload their recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
• Before applying online, candidates must have a scanned (digital) image of their photograph and signature ready.
• Application fee can be paid through online mode (credit card, debit card or net banking). After online payment, candidates may generate a confirmation receipt using their username and password.
• The applicants must submit the application forms and required documents as specified in the official prospectus.
• The university will not accept any application through offline or postal mode.

IGNTU Admission 2027 Admit Card

The detailed information regarding the IGNTU Admission 2027 Admit Card is given below.

• The admit card will be released by the university on the official website.
• Candidates can download the admit card / hall ticket online by entering their login credentials.
• Only those candidates who have submitted the application form and paid the requisite fee will be able to download the admit card.

IGNTU Entrance Exam Centres

The list of IGNTU 2027 exam centres (for PhD entrance test) is given below. Candidates should select their preferred city at the time of applying.

• Madhya Pradesh
• Chhattisgarh
• Delhi
• Maharashtra
• Tamil Nadu
• West Bengal
• Andhra Pradesh
• Telangana
• Odisha
• Assam
• Karnataka
• Rajasthan
• Gujarat
• Manipur
• Nagaland
• Kerala
• Uttarakhand
• Meghalaya
• Jharkhand
• Jammu & Kashmir
• Himachal Pradesh
• Uttar Pradesh

IGNTU Admission 2027 Result

The vital information regarding the IGNTU Admission 2027 Result is given below.

• The university will release results in online mode on the official website.
• Candidates will be able to check their result from igntu.ac.in by entering their login credentials.
• Results are prepared after resolving all grievances submitted by candidates regarding questions and answers within the stipulated time.

IGNTU Admission 2027 Counselling

The detailed information regarding the IGNTU Admission 2027 Counselling is given below.

• Counselling will be conducted on the basis of the marks or CUET scores obtained by the candidates.
• The counselling procedure will begin a few days after the declaration of the result.
• Only qualified candidates will be allowed to download their call letter from the official website in online mode.
• Candidates called for counselling must report on the prescribed date and time at the given venue.
• Candidates who report after the specified reporting time will not be considered for counselling.

IGNTU Admission 2027 Reservation Criteria

The university follows the reservation criteria as per Government of India rules. Category-wise reserved seats are listed below:

Category	Reservation (%)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	27%
SC	15%
ST	7.5%

IGNTU 2027 Programme & Intake

The complete list of IGNTU programmes and intake is given below. Intake figures are based on previous-year data and are subject to revision in the official prospectus.

List of Undergraduate Courses and Intake:

Programmes	Sub Code	Intake (Previous Year)
B.A. (Hons) – Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology	001	30
B.A. (Hons) – English	002	30
B.A. (Hons) – Hindi	003	30
B.A. (Hons) – History	004	30
B.A. (Hons) – Economics	005	30
B.A. (Hons) – Political Science & Human Rights	007	30
B.A. (Hons) – Sociology & Social Anthropology	008	30
B.A. (Hons) – Tribal Studies	021	30
B.A. Journalism and Mass Communication	—	30
B.Com. (Hons) – Commerce	009	30
B.Sc. (Hons) – Environmental Sciences	010	30
B.Sc. (Hons) – Botany	011	30
B.Sc. (Hons) – Biotechnology	012	30
B.Sc. (Hons) – Chemistry	013	30
B.Sc. (Hons) – Zoology	014	30
B.Sc. – Yoga	021	30
B.A./B.Sc. (Hons) – Psychology	022	30
B.A./B.Sc. (Hons) – Geography	006	30

List of Postgraduate Courses and Intake:

Programmes	Sub Code	Intake (Previous Year)
M.A. in English	101	20
M.A. in Hindi	102	20
M.A. in Linguistics	111	20
M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology	112	20
M.A. in Economics	103	20
M.A. in Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology	104	20
M.A. in History	105	20
M.A./M.Sc. in Geography	106	20
M.A. in Political Science & Human Rights	107	20
M.A. in Sociology & Social Anthropology	109	20
M.A. in Social Work (MSW)	113	20
M.A. in Tribal Studies	115	20
M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication (MAJMC)	117	20
M.B.A. in Business Administration	118	20
M.B.A. Travel and Tourism Management	119	20
M.Com.	120	20
M.Sc. in Botany	121	20
M.Sc. in Zoology	122	20
M.Sc. in Chemistry	123	20
M.Sc. in Physics	129	20
M.Sc. in Mathematics	126	20
M.Sc. in Geology	127	20
M.Sc. in Statistics	128	20
M.Sc. in Biotechnology	124	20
M.Sc. in Environmental Science	125	20
M.C.A. (6 Semesters)	130	20
M.A. in Education	131	20
M.A./M.Sc. in Geography	132	20

Candidates must read the official prospectus for other courses and intake figures offered by the university.

IGNTU List of Departments

• Department of Biotechnology
• Department of Botany
• Faculty of Science
• Department of Zoology
• Department of Chemistry
• Department of Environmental Science
• Faculty of Computerronics
• Department of Computer Science
• Department of Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology
• Faculty of Social Science
• Department of Economics
• Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology
• Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication
• Department of Geography and Regional Development
• Department of Political Science & Human Rights
• Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
• Faculty of Commerce and Management
• Department of Commerce
• Department of Business Management
• Faculty of Pharmacy (D.Pharma, B.Pharma and PhD)
• Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Hotel Management
• Department of History
• Faculty of Humanities and Philology
• Department of English and Foreign Languages
• Department of Philosophy
• Faculty of Tribal Study
• Department of Applied Psychology
• Department of Hindi
• Faculty of Education
• Department of Education
• Department of Tribal Languages and Comparative Linguistics
• Faculty of Tribal Studies
• Department of Mathematics
• Department of Statistics

Important Links

Click Here to Apply Online for IGNTU UG/PG Admission 2027

IGNTU Admission 2027 Analytics

The table below presents approximate statistics from previous admission cycles at IGNTU Amarkantak. Figures are marked approx. where precise official data is not publicly available. The 2027 cycle figures will be updated once the official notification is released.

Metric	Previous Year (2023 Cycle) Reference	Status
UG Seats (approx.)	~540 (18 UG programmes × 30 seats)	previous-year/expected
PG Seats (approx.)	~560 (28 PG programmes × 20 seats)	previous-year/expected
UG/PG Selection Basis	CUET (Common University Entrance Test)	confirmed (central university mandate)
PhD Selection Basis	University-level entrance test (exemptions: JRF/NET/GATE etc.)	confirmed
Application Fee – General/OBC (UG/PG/PhD)	Rs. 300	previous-year/expected
Application Fee – SC/ST/PWD (UG/PG/PhD)	Rs. 100	previous-year/expected
Number of Exam Centres	22 states/UTs listed	previous-year/expected
OBC reservation	27%	confirmed (Govt. of India norms)
SC reservation	15%	confirmed (Govt. of India norms)
ST reservation	7.5%	confirmed (Govt. of India norms)

Knowledge Graph

Attribute	Detail
Full Name	Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
Acronym	IGNTU
Location	Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, India
Conducting Body	Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak
Parent Ministry	Ministry of Education, Government of India
University Type	Central University (established by Act of Parliament, 2007)
Admission Level	UG, PG and PhD
Frequency	Annual
UG/PG Selection Mode	CUET scores (National Testing Agency)
PhD Selection Mode	University entrance test / Exemption via JRF/NET/GATE etc.
Application Mode	Online only
Official Website	www.igntu.ac.in
Admission Portal	igntu.ac.in/admission.aspx
Medium of Instruction	English and Hindi
Specialisation Focus	Tribal studies, tribal languages, social anthropology and sciences

IGNTU Admission 2027 Highlight

The vital information regarding the IGNTU Admission 2027 is given below.

Name	IGNTU Admission 2027
Full Name	Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
Name of University	IGNTU Amarkantak
Admission Criteria	CUET Scores (UG/PG) | University Entrance Test (PhD)
Official Website	www.igntu.ac.in
Courses Offered	UG, PG and PhD
Application Mode	Online only
University Type	Central University

Official Sources

• https://www.igntu.ac.in — Official IGNTU website (admission notifications, prospectus, forms)
• https://www.igntu.ac.in/admission.aspx — IGNTU Online Admission Portal

Conclusion

IGNTU Admission 2027 is an important opportunity for students — particularly from tribal and under-represented communities — seeking quality central-university education at Amarkantak. The selection for UG and PG programmes is CUET-based, while PhD admissions follow a dedicated entrance test (with JRF/NET exemptions). Candidates should regularly monitor igntu.ac.in for the official notification, application dates and prospectus. Ensure your CUET 2027 registration, gather all required documents in advance, and adhere strictly to reporting deadlines during counselling to secure your seat at this premier tribal university.