Last Updated: May 2026
Central University of South Bihar (CUSB) CUET Admission 2027 opens roughly 1,200 undergraduate seats across 18 programmes spanning Sciences, Social Sciences, Languages, Commerce, Education and Law. Located in Gaya, CUSB is one of the 11 newer central universities established under the Central Universities Act 2009 and accepts CUET UG scores for all UG admissions. CUSB offers among the lowest tuition fees in the central-university tier (UG fees start at Rs 12,000 per year) and runs an active hostel system with separate boys and girls residences on its 300-acre Panchanpur campus.
About Central University of South Bihar (CUSB)
Established in 2009, the Central University of South Bihar shifted to its permanent 300-acre Panchanpur campus in Gaya in 2018. With NAAC A grade accreditation (cycle 1, 2023) and 14 schools and 30 academic departments, CUSB is increasingly chosen by Bihar, Jharkhand and Eastern UP students who want a central-university degree without the JNU/BHU competition.
UG Programmes Through CUET 2027 — Quick Reference
| Programme | Duration | Approx Seats | CUET Subjects Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated BA-MA English | 5 years | 30 | English + 2 Domain |
| Integrated BA-MA Hindi | 5 years | 30 | English/Hindi + 2 Domain |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Physics | 5 years | 30 | Physics, Chemistry, Maths |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Chemistry | 5 years | 30 | Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Maths |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Mathematics | 5 years | 30 | Mathematics + 2 Domain |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Computer Science | 5 years | 30 | Mathematics + 2 Domain |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Biotechnology | 5 years | 30 | Biology, Chemistry + 1 |
| Integrated BCom-MCom | 5 years | 60 | Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics |
| Integrated BA-LLB | 5 years | 40 | General Test + Domain |
| BEd | 2 years | 50 | General Test (PG-style) |
| Integrated BA-MA Political Science | 5 years | 30 | Pol Sci + 2 Domain |
| Integrated BA-MA Economics | 5 years | 30 | Economics, Maths + 1 |
CUSB CUET 2027 Eligibility
- Class 12 marks: 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD).
- Subject mapping: CUET subjects must align with the programme — for BSc the 3 science domain papers are mandatory.
- Age: No upper age limit for UG entry as per UGC norms.
- Nationality: Indian citizens; 5% foreign-national supernumerary seats also exist.
CUSB Indicative Cutoffs (Last 2 Years)
| Programme | 2024 General Cutoff (CUET %ile) | 2025 General Cutoff (CUET %ile) |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated BA-MA English | 78 | 82 |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Physics | 72 | 76 |
| Integrated BSc-MSc Computer Science | 80 | 85 |
| Integrated BCom-MCom | 74 | 79 |
| Integrated BA-LLB | 76 | 81 |
| BEd | 65 | 70 |
Note: Cutoffs are indicative percentile ranges per CUSB admission committee. Actual closing depends on category, subject combination and seat fill.
Fees and Hostel
- UG tuition fee: Rs 12,000 per year (Sciences), Rs 8,000 per year (Humanities) — among the lowest central-university fees nationally.
- Integrated BA-LLB: Rs 18,000 per year.
- Hostel fee (boys/girls): Rs 25,000 per year inclusive of mess.
- One-time fees: Rs 6,500 (admission, library caution money refundable).
- Total annual outgo: Rs 45,000-50,000 including hostel — significantly cheaper than DU/BHU.
Application Process — Step by Step
- Register on CUET Portal (cuet.samarth.ac.in): Open for CUET UG 2027 from late February 2027.
- Choose CUSB as a participating university: List CUSB in your Top 5 university preference; mention specific programmes.
- Take CUET UG (May 2027): Appear in the required subjects (English/Hindi + 2-3 domain + General Test).
- CUSB Counselling (June-July 2027): After CUET results, log in to CUSB admissions portal (admission.cusb.ac.in), pay the registration fee (Rs 500-1,000), upload documents.
- Merit list and seat allotment: CUSB releases programme-wise merit lists; seat acceptance fee Rs 5,000 (adjustable).
- Physical reporting: Document verification at CUSB campus, hostel allotment.
Why Choose CUSB Over Other Central Universities?
- Lower cutoff than DU/BHU/JNU: Same central-university degree at significantly lower competition.
- 5-year integrated programmes: Avoid the second admission cycle for Masters (saves 1-2 years over BSc + MSc separately).
- Lowest fees: Annual cost roughly 1/3 of private universities for same exposure.
- Located in Gaya: Connectivity to Patna, Ranchi, Varanasi via train — accessible to Eastern India students.
Practice Test — CUSB CUET Admission Prep
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Internal Resources
- CUET 2027 60-Day Study Plan
- Free CUET Mock Test (NTA CBT Pattern)
- CUET 2026 Syllabus
- CUET Eligibility Criteria 2027
FAQ
Q1. Does CUSB accept CUET UG scores for all UG programmes?
Yes. Since 2022, CUSB has admitted all UG and Integrated UG candidates exclusively through CUET UG.
Q2. What is the location of CUSB?
The permanent campus is at Panchanpur, Gaya district, Bihar, around 30 km from Gaya Junction railway station. The campus spans roughly 300 acres.
Q3. Are hostels available for first-year students?
Yes. CUSB has separate boys and girls hostels on campus and first-year admission is given hostel priority. Hostel fees are around Rs 25,000 per year including mess.
Q4. What CUET percentile is needed for CUSB Integrated BA-LLB?
The 2025 general-category cutoff for BA-LLB at CUSB was around 81 percentile. Aim for 85+ to be safe.
Q5. How do CUSB fees compare to DU and BHU?
CUSB UG tuition is Rs 8,000-12,000 per year, lower than DU (Rs 12,000-18,000) and BHU (Rs 6,000-15,000). Total annual cost with hostel is Rs 45,000-50,000 at CUSB versus Rs 80,000-1,20,000 at DU.
