SBU Latest Updates and News
The CAT 2025 Answer Key has been released on the official website. Candidates can submit objections from December 8 (12 PM) to December 10 (11:55 PM).
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is scheduled from January 21 to 30, 2026 for admissions to B.E., B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan programs. The results will be declared on February 12, 2026.
XAT 2026 registrations are currently open for MBA/PGDM admissions. Candidates can apply until December 5, 2025. The exam is set to be held on January 4, 2026, from 2 PM to 5 PM.
CLAT 2026 will take place on December 7, 2025, from 2 PM to 4 PM for admission to the five-year LLB program. The admit card is now available for download.
GATE 2026 is scheduled for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 for ME, MTech, and PhD admissions. The exam will be held in two sessions daily: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM and 2:30 PM–5:30 PM.
MAT December 2025 registrations are ongoing for MBA admissions. Candidates can apply until December 7, 2025 (PBT) and December 15, 2025 (CBT). The MAT exam will be conducted on December 13, 2025 (PBT) and December 21, 2025 (CBT).
SBU offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as Engineering, Sciences, Economics, Law, Management, and more. Admissions at SBU are primarily merit-based, while certain programs like B.Tech and MBA require national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main and CAT. The university is known for delivering high-quality academic programs supported by excellent facilities and modern infrastructure.
The B.Tech program is SBU’s flagship course. To be eligible, applicants must have completed 10+2 with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) and must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. A valid JEE Main score is also required for admission.
For PhD admissions, candidates must appear for a Personal Interview, followed by the university’s counselling process.
SBU Important Dates 2026
Undergraduate Admissions (B.Tech, B.Sc, BA, etc.)
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Application Form Release: March 2026
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Last Date to Apply: June 2026
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Merit List (Non-Entrance Courses): July 2026
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Counselling Rounds: July–August 2026
B.Tech Admissions (Based on JEE Main 2026)
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JEE Main Session 1: January 21–30, 2026
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JEE Main Result: February 12, 2026
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SBU B.Tech Registration Window: April–June 2026
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Counselling & Seat Allotment: July 2026
MBA Admissions (Based on CAT/XAT/MAT)
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CAT 2025 Result: December 2025 (third week)
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XAT 2026 Exam: January 4, 2026
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MAT Dec 2025 Exams: December 13 & 21, 2025
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SBU MBA Application Deadline: February–March 2026
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GD/PI Rounds: March–April 2026
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Final Selection List: May 2026
PhD Admissions 2026
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Application Release: January 2026
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Last Date to Apply: February 2026
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Interview Schedule: March 2026
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Final Merit List: April 2026
Commencement of Academic Session
SBU Ranchi Highlights
| Established |
2017 |
| University type |
Private |
| Recognition |
UGC |
| Courses offered |
UG & PG |
| Basic Admission Criteria |
Merit & Entrance-based |
| Application mode |
Online |
| Official website |
https://sbu.ac.in/ |
SBU Ranchi Courses
Sarala Birla University offers the following courses at the UG and PG level:
| Courses |
Details |
| MBA |
- Duration: 2 years
- Eligibility: Any Graduation with 50% aggregate score
- Selection Criteria: Entrance-based
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| B.Tech. |
- Duration: 4 years
- Specializations: Computer Science & Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 45 % marks
- Selection Criteria: Entrance-based
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| Diploma in Engineering |
- Duration: 3 years
- Specializations: Computer Science & Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
- Eligibility: 10th pass with 35 % marks
- Selection Criteria: Entrance-based
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| BCA |
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 45 % marks
- Selection Criteria: Merit-based
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| BBA |
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 45 % marks
- Selection Criteria: Merit-based
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| B.Com (H) |
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 % marks
- Selection Criteria: Merit-based
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| B.A (H) |
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 % marks
- Selection Criteria: Merit-based
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| Bachelor of Yoga and Naturopathy |
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: 10+2
- Selection Criteria: Merit-based
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| Master of Yoga and Naturopathy |
- Duration: 2 years
- Eligibility: Graduation
- Selection Criteria: Merit-based
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SBU Fee Structure Highlights (2025-26)
🎓 Undergraduate, PG, Diploma & PhD — Sample Course Fees
| Course / Program |
Duration |
Total Fee (≈) / Comments |
| B.Tech – Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) |
4 years |
₹ 7,36,400 |
| B.Tech – EEE / ECE / ME / CE (other branches) |
4 years |
₹ 5,86,800 |
| B.Tech – Civil Engineering (Lateral Entry) |
3 years |
₹ 4,47,600 |
| B.Pharm |
4 years |
₹ 6,64,400 |
| D.Pharm |
2 years |
₹ 3,26,000 |
| BBA (General) |
3 years |
₹ 3,76,800 |
| BBA – Stock Broking & Portfolio Management |
3 years |
₹ 4,85,400 |
| B.A. LL.B (Hons.) |
5 years |
₹ 4,49,000 |
| BBA LL.B (Hons.) |
5 years |
₹ 5,81,000 |
| B.Com (Honours) |
3 years |
₹ 1,85,400 |
| M.B.A |
2 years |
₹ 5,83,600 |
| Ph.D. (Engineering / Commerce / Management / Humanities / Pharmacy / Law / Journalism & Mass Communication) |
3 years |
₹ 3,14,000 |
| Diploma in Civil / Mechanical / EEE / ECE / CSE / other diploma courses |
2–3 years (depending on course) |
~ ₹ 1.5 L – ₹ 2.3 L depending on stream and duration |
SBU Ranchi Admission 2026
Sarala Birla University (SBU), Ranchi offers a 2-year full-time MBA program designed to provide industry-oriented management training with modern specializations.
For MBA admission, candidates need to have a valid CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT score. Candidates who have not appeared in any of the above-mentioned entrance tests have to appear for the SBU Entrance Test.
Candidates seeking admission in B.Tech must have qualified either a National/ State-level entrance test. Candidates who have not appeared in any of the above-mentioned entrance tests have to appear for the SBU Entrance Test.
The selection of candidates in the Diploma in engineering program is done through State-level Polytechnic Entrance Test/ SBU Entrance Test.
Admissions to all other programs like BCA, BBA, B.Com, BA, etc. are granted on the basis of merit scored in the last qualifying examination. No entrance exam is required.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for MBA 2026 at SBU, candidates must have:
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A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university
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50% marks in graduation (45% for SC/ST candidates)
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A valid score in CAT / XAT / MAT / CMAT, or they may appear for the university’s own selection process if required
MBA Specializations Offered
SBU typically offers specializations such as:
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Marketing
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Finance
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Human Resource Management
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Logistics & Supply Chain Management
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Digital Marketing
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Retail & E-Commerce
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Business Analytics (depending on the academic year)
Admission Process (2026)
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Online Application:
Fill out the form on the official SBU admission portal.
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Document Submission:
Upload academic records, ID proof, and entrance exam score (if available).
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Shortlisting:
Based on academic profile and test scores.
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Counselling / Personal Interview:
Shortlisted candidates may be called for counselling or an interview.
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Final Selection & Fee Payment:
Admission is confirmed after verification and payment of fees.
SBU Ranchi Placements
Placements are organized by a diverse Training & Placement Cell. The Training & Placement cell stimulates the method of placement of learners passing out from the Institute besides working together with main institutions in arranging internship and activity programs of learners.
The cell performs training such as group conversations, quizzes, and conferences regularly to empower learners with a good quantity of disclosure. Some of the top recruiters are Aditya Birla Capital, HDFC Mutual Fund, Birla Gold Cement, Mangalam Cement, Jay Shree Tea, and many more.
SBU Ranchi Facilities
- Library: The University has an ample and well-stocked library. It has a variety of pictures and digital reserves. Consideration and books are usable for the learners to obtain, as well as, e-books. Learners are issued a Library Card at the advent of the student's intellectual year that will be utilized for all library-related agreements.
- Transport: The University submits its students with pick up and declines facilities. It has a line of buses that utilize within a length of 100 km from the campus. They run particular routes that surround 60% of the city. The bus timings are in line with the University's list.
- Medical Services: There are a Doctor and sitters on campus for any accidents. There is an ambulance on the assumptions. Learners are provided with adequate medical awareness and can also be put up with to the hospital if needed.
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Hostel Facilities:
ELIGIBILITY
Accommodation is provided for both female and male students of all the courses based on availability, permitted in the hostel according to the availability of beds.
FACILITIES
- The hostel has rooms of varying sizes, both single and double occupancy and most rooms have attached bathrooms.
- Mess facility available for all meals. There is a TV available in the mess hall for the common use of students.
- Study hall for the use of students and round-the-clock internet facility is provided.
- Housekeeping staff for room cleaning.
- Laundry facility (additional charges applicable)
- Hot water facility.
- Water purifier with RO technology.
- 24 hours security personnel.
- Hostel subscription to two newspapers as well as individual newspaper subscriptions on request (additional charges applicable).
SBU Ranchi FAQs
Q. Does the university offer scholarships?
Ans. Yes, there are merit-based scholarships for meritorious students of UG & PG courses, Son or Daughter of Armed forces, Son or Daughter of Freedom Fighters, Son or Daughter or Spouse of BAGM UNITS Employees, differently-abled candidates and more.
Q. Does the university provide accommodation?
Ans. Yes, there are hostels with geyser, water filters, and all the necessities required for fine living.
Q. How much I have to pay as a Hostel fee?
Ans. Hostel fees including mess fee are INR 70000 per year
Q. What is the eligibility for B.Tech lateral entry?
Ans. Candidates must be a Diploma holder in relevant discipline with at least 45% score. Or have done B.Sc. Degree with minimum 45% score and studied Math in the 10+2 level.
Q. Is there any contact number for admission related queries?
