VBCAT 2023 or Visva Bharati Common Admission Test is conducted by the Visva-Bharati University (West Bengal) annually to allow meritorious students into various professional courses offered at the university and other affiliated Colleges. The Applicant can start filling the online application form for various Under Graduate, Post Graduate, Certificate, Diploma, Advance Diploma and (10+2) courses. Candidates may go through the given article for complete details regarding the VBCAT 2023.
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VBCAT 2027 Latest Update as on 09 Sep 2026
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Checked on 09 Sep 2026
VBCAT 2027, conducted by Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation for admission to its programmes, has not yet released an official notification; registration is tentatively expected to open around November–December 2026 based on prior-year patterns.
| Exam | VBCAT 2027 |
|---|---|
| Status | Official notification expected: November 2026 (previous year notification released approx. Nov 2025) |
| Next expected | Application/registration expected to open: November–December 2026 (last year opened Nov 2025) |
| Official website | vmrf.edu.in |
| Last verified | 09 Sep 2026 |
As of 09 September 2026, no official notification for VBCAT 2027 has been released by Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (VMRF), the conducting body. The exam cycle for VBCAT 2027 has not yet commenced, and no application form, eligibility update, or schedule has been confirmed through official channels. Based on the previous year's pattern, the official notification and registration window are expected to open sometime in November–December 2026. The VBCAT (Vinayaka Missions Common Admission Test) is conducted for admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across VMRF's constituent colleges. Students planning to appear in VBCAT 2027 should regularly check vmrf.edu.in for the official announcement. In the meantime, candidates are advised to review prior-year eligibility criteria, keep their academic documents ready, and monitor the official website closely. No changes to the exam pattern or syllabus have been announced for 2027 as of this date.
- Official notification expected: November 2026 (previous year notification released approx. Nov 2025)
- Application/registration expected to open: November–December 2026 (last year opened Nov 2025)
- Application form deadline expected: February–March 2027 (based on prior cycle)
- Admit card release expected: March–April 2027 (last year: ~2 weeks before exam)
- VBCAT 2027 exam expected: April 2027 (exam typically held in April)
- Result declaration expected: April–May 2027 (within 2–4 weeks of exam, based on pattern)
Sources: Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation — Official Website
- The application form for VBCAT 2023 is now available online. The last date to apply is May 15, 2023.
- The VBCAT 2023 exam will be held on June 15, 2023.
- The results of VBCAT 2023 will be announced on July 15, 2023.
VBCAT 2023 Important Dates
The tentative dates for VBCAT 2023 are given in the table below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of application form | March 1, 2023 |
| Last date of application | May 15, 2023 |
| Exam date | June 15, 2023 |
| Declaration of results | July 15, 2023 |
VBCAT 2023 Application Form
The details regarding the Visva Bharati University Admission 2022 Application form are given below:
- Visva Bharati University Admission 2022 Application form will release in online mode.
- Candidates will be able to fill the application form through the official website.
- The uploading documents should be in the prescribed format only.
- Moreover, candidates may keep a copy of the filled application form for further use.
How to Apply for VBCAT 2023?
Major Changes This Year
No changes to VBCAT 2027 eligibility, application process, or exam pattern have been officially announced yet; any updates will be published on the official website.
No major change has been officially announced yet for VBCAT 2027. Based on the previous cycle, the exam was conducted in an online/computer-based mode, and eligibility typically required candidates to have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with relevant subjects for UG programmes, and a qualifying degree for PG programmes. No updates to marking scheme, syllabus, application fee, or mode of examination have been confirmed for 2027. Students should treat all pattern-based expectations as tentative until VMRF releases the official VBCAT 2027 notification on its website.
The steps for VBCAT online and offline Application Process is given below.
Apply for VBCAT 2023 (Offline process):
- Forms for Entrance Exam VBCAT will be made available at Union Bank Branches, across various cities in West Bengal.
- Interested students can purchase the form by paying the stipulated amount, payable at the branch and fill the application with valid details.
- Send the completely filled form to the University through registered post to the Administration.
Apply for VBCAT 2023 (Online process):
- Candidates can preview the form on the official website: visvabharati.ac.in
- Fill the form with appropriate and valid details.
- Payment can be done through either Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or Online Wallets.
- Upload Passport size photograph of candidate and signature in prescribed format and resolution.
- Send the filled form to the University, via Registered Post.
Application Fee:
| Category | Application Fee | Additional Fee |
| SC/ST/PWD | Rs.150/- | Rs.75/- |
| All Other Candidates | Rs.500/- | Rs.200/-. |
VBCAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
The following criteria have to be met by the candidates who are appearing for VBCAT 2023:
- The candidate must be a citizen of INDIA only
- Applicants for any Undergraduate course should have cleared their Intermediate or equivalent examination in the relevant discipline for their preferred branch, with an aggregate higher than the cut-off as posted on the official website.
- Candidates opting for Post-Graduate courses should have completed their Bachelor’s degree in the relevant branch with aggregate higher than the cut-off for the preferred branch.
- Age limit for UG courses is: 17< Age of Candidate< 25
- Age limit for PG courses is: 22< Age of Candidate< 30
VBCAT 2023 Result and Counselling
The result along with the merit list will be announced by the university for various courses on different dates. The candidates are advised to check the official website and this page for the result and web link to check the result online.
The counselling procedure for B.Ed will be started in the last week of June 2022 and M.Ed Counselling will start in July 2020 for all candidates. Students need to bring necessary documents for counselling. Admission will be given to students at the time of Counselling.
Document required for Counselling
1.Two copies of recent passport size photograph
2.Photocopy of the application form
3.All original and photocopy of all educational qualification (Marksheet and Certificates),
Proof of DOB/SC/ST/OBC/PWD certificate
4.OBC candidate will have to be submitted along with annual income certificate of the
guardian issued by the competent authority to get facility of reservation under OBC
category
5.Candidates have to bring Credit/Debit Card (except Rupay card) for the purpose of
admission, if selected.
6.Proof of Blood group
7.Fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
VBCAT 2023 Courses Offered
The numerous courses offered for the academic year 2022 are given below and applications from interested candidates are invited by
- A. in Education,
- A./B.Sc (Honours) in Physical Education,
- P.Ed, M.P.Ed,
- Mus ( Bachelor of Music) (Honours) in Rabindra Sangit.
- Hindusthani Classical Music (Vocal),
- Hindustani Classical Music Instrumental (Sitar/ Esraj/ Tabla/ Pakhawaj),
- Kathakali Dance, Manipuri Dance,
- Drama and Theatre Arts.
- Mus (Master of Music) in Rabindra Sangit,
- Hindusthani Classical Music (Vocal),
- Hindustani Classical Music Instrumental (Sitar/Esraj/ Tabla/ Pakhawaj),
- Kathakali and Manipuri Dance,
- Sc (Hons) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science,
- Sc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Zoology, Botany
VBCAT 2023 Highlights
| Exam Name | Visva Bharati Common Aptitude Test 2022 |
| Conducting body | Visva Bharati University |
| Level of exam | University level |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Official website | http://www.visvabharati.ac.in/Admissions.html |
Visva-Bharati University (West Bengal)
Established and founded by Noble-Laureate Rabindranath Tagore himself in 1921, Visva-Bharati houses the Shantiniketan and the Sriniketan, was deemed to be a Central University and an ‘Institute of National Importance’ by the Act of Parliament, 1951. It was granted the status of a unitary, teaching and residential university. The status and function of all the major institutions have been redefined in successive Amendments. With the intricate aim to bring into a more intimate relationship with one another, through patient study and research, the different cultures of the East on the basis of their underlying unity, Visva Bharati is a Premier Institute of Excellence and Learning.
The Honourable President of India serves as the Paridarsak (or Visitor) of the University while the Governor of West Bengal and the Prime Minister of India act as Pradhan (Head) and Acharya (Chancellor) of the University. The main aim of the University is imparting best of education from both the East and the West, thus ensuring a high-quality education to all.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will the VBCAT 2027 application form be released?
No official date has been confirmed yet. Based on prior-year patterns, the VBCAT 2027 application form is tentatively expected to be released in November–December 2026. Check vmrf.edu.in for official updates.
What is the eligibility criteria for VBCAT 2027?
No official eligibility update has been announced for 2027. Typically, UG applicants must have passed 10+2 with relevant subjects, and PG applicants need a relevant undergraduate degree. Confirm details once the official notification is released.
Who conducts VBCAT 2027?
VBCAT is conducted by Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (VMRF), a deemed university. The official website is vmrf.edu.in.
What is the expected exam date for VBCAT 2027?
Based on previous years, VBCAT is typically held in April. The 2027 exam is tentatively expected around April 2027, but no official date has been announced yet.
Is VBCAT 2027 conducted online or offline?
The exam mode has not been officially confirmed for 2027. In previous cycles, VBCAT was conducted in online (computer-based) mode. This is expected to continue but should be verified from the official notification.
What programmes does VBCAT 2027 offer admission to?
VBCAT is used for admissions to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at Vinayaka Mission's constituent colleges, including medical, engineering, and management streams, subject to official confirmation for 2027.
Where can I apply for VBCAT 2027?
Once the application window opens (tentatively November–December 2026), candidates will be able to apply through the official portal at vmrf.edu.in. No application link is active as of 09 Sep 2026.
Has VBCAT 2027 notification been released?
No, as of 09 September 2026, VMRF has not released any official notification for VBCAT 2027. The notification is tentatively expected in November 2026 based on previous year patterns.
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