Here is the updated, highly detailed, and SEO-friendly guide for the MP e-Pravesh 2026-27 admission process. It now includes the newly released official admission schedules for Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and NCTE courses.
Comprehensive Guide & Official Schedule for MP e-Pravesh 2026-27: UG, PG & NCTE Online Admissions
The Department of Higher Education, Madhya Pradesh, has released the detailed rulebook and official timeline for the 2026-27 academic session. The centralized online admission process (e-Pravesh) is mandatory for students seeking entry into Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and NCTE courses (like B.Ed., M.Ed., B.P.Ed.) across government, aided, and private colleges in the state.
Below is a complete, step-by-step breakdown of the admission process, eligibility criteria, and the critical deadlines you need to mark on your calendar.
1. Official Admission Schedule (2026-27)
Missing a deadline means missing out on your preferred college. Be sure to follow the timelines provided below for your respective courses.
Undergraduate (UG) Admission Schedule
| Event / Task | Phase 1 | Phase 2 | CLC Phase 1 +1 |
| Online Registration |
01-05-2026 to 15-05-2026
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28-05-2026 to 03-06-2026
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15-06-2026 to 20-06-2026
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| Online Document Verification |
02-05-2026 to 16-05-2026
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29-05-2026 to 04-06-2026
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16-06-2026 to 21-06-2026
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| Seat Allotment Issuance |
20-05-2026
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07-06-2026
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23-06-2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline |
20-05-2026 to 26-05-2026
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07-06-2026 to 13-06-2026
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23-06-2026 to 30-06-2026
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Postgraduate (PG) Admission Schedule
| Event / Task | Phase 1 | Phase 2 | CLC Phase 1 |
| Online Registration |
02-05-2026 to 15-05-2026
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28-05-2026 to 03-06-2026
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15-06-2026 to 19-06-2026
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| Online Document Verification |
04-05-2026 to 16-05-2026
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29-05-2026 to 04-06-2026
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16-06-2026 to 20-06-2026
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| Seat Allotment Issuance |
21-05-2026
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08-06-2026
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24-06-2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline |
21-05-2026 to 26-05-2026
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08-06-2026 to 13-06-2026
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24-06-2026 to 30-06-2026
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NCTE Courses Schedule (B.Ed., M.Ed., B.P.Ed., etc.)
| Event / Task | Phase 1 | Phase 2 | Phase 3 |
| Online Registration |
02-05-2026 to 14-05-2026
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28-05-2026 to 03-06-2026
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15-06-2026 to 19-06-2026
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| Document Verification |
04-05-2026 to 15-05-2026
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29-05-2026 to 04-06-2026
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16-06-2026 to 20-06-2026
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| Merit List Publication |
18-05-2026
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07-06-2026
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22-06-2026
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| Seat Allotment |
20-05-2026
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09-06-2026
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25-06-2026
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| Physical Verification (Help Center) |
20-05-2026 to 25-05-2026
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09-06-2026 to 12-06-2026
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24-06-2026 to 29-06-2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline |
20-05-2026 to 26-05-2026
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09-06-2026 to 13-06-2026
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25-06-2026 to 30-06-2026
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2. Eligibility Criteria
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No Age Limit: There is no maximum age restriction for applicants seeking admission.
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UG Courses (1st Year): Applicants must have passed the 10+2 (Higher Secondary) exam from recognized boards like MP Board, CBSE, ICSE, or State Open Schools. Students from these boards do not require an eligibility certificate from the university.
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PG Courses (1st Semester): Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree. Graduates from any government university within MP do not need an eligibility certificate.
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Provisional Admission: Students who have received a supplementary (compartment) in their 12th board exams can still register. They are eligible for provisional admission during the CLC rounds, pending their final supplementary results.
3. Step-by-Step Online Admission Process
The admission process is heavily digitized to make it easier for students.
Step 1: Online Registration
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Visit the official portal: epravesh.highereducation.mp.gov.in.
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Fee Structure: Registration in the first round is absolutely free for female candidates. Male candidates must pay a nominal fee of ₹100. Late registrations or participation in subsequent phases will incur a total fee of ₹150 for all students.
Step 2: Choice Filling
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Applicants can select a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 10 colleges and courses based on their preference during registration.
Step 3: Document Uploads
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Applicants must upload clear, scanned copies of original documents.
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Required documents: 10th/12th Marksheets, Date of Birth proof, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Domicile Certificate (mandatory for MP resident benefits), Income Certificate, and any Weightage/Bonus mark certificates (like NCC/NSS/Sports).
Step 4: Online Document Verification (E-Verification)
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You do not need to physically visit a college for verification for standard UG/PG courses (Note: NCTE courses require physical verification as per the schedule above). Government College Help Centers will verify your uploaded documents online.
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You will receive an SMS upon successful verification.
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Error Handling (“Back to Student”): If your documents are blurry or incorrect, the verifying officer will mark your profile as “Unverified/Error”. You will receive an SMS, after which you must visit the nearest Government College Help Center with original documents to correct the error and get re-verified.
Step 5: Merit List & Seat Allotment
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Seat allotment letters will be generated on the portal according to the dates specified in the schedules above. Students will be notified via SMS.
Step 6: NEP 2020 Subject Selection (UG)
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Once a college is allotted, UG students must finalize their subjects according to the National Education Policy 2020. You must select: Major 1, Major 2/Minor, Open Elective, a Vocational Subject, and choose between an Internship, Project, Apprenticeship, or Community Engagement.
Step 7: Fee Payment & Admission Slip
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Pay your admission fee digitally (UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card) before the deadline.
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Crucial Step: Your admission is only confirmed once you download the “Online Admission Slip” after successful payment.
4. Reservation & Bonus Points Policy
Madhya Pradesh follows a strict reservation policy for state domiciles:
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Scheduled Tribes (ST): 20%
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Scheduled Castes (SC): 16%
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Other Backward Classes (OBC): 14%
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Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10%
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Female Candidates: 30% horizontal reservation across all categories.
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Divyang (PwD): 5% horizontal reservation.
Bonus Points: Extra weightage ranging from 5% to 15% is awarded for NCC, NSS, Scouts/Guides, and Sports/Cultural achievements. Elite performers (e.g., International participants) are eligible for direct “Outright” admissions.
5. Scholarships and Beneficiary Schemes
You can link government schemes to your admission during the online fee payment step to avail massive fee waivers:
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Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana (MMVY): For meritorious students with 70%+ in MP Board or 85%+ in CBSE/ICSE, and a family income under ₹8 Lakhs. The government pays the tuition fees.
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Mukhyamantri Jan Kalyan Yojana: Free admission for children of registered unorganized workers.
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Ladli Laxmi Yojana: ₹25,000 incentive (paid in two installments) and free tuition for registered girls entering UG/Professional courses.
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Mukhyamantri Covid-19 Bal Kalyan Yojana: Full educational support and free admission for students orphaned due to Covid-19.
Need Help? For any technical glitches or queries, contact the e-Pravesh helpdesk:
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Helpline Number: 80000 63632
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Toll-Free Number: 1800 8908 399
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Email: helpdesk.epravesh@mp.gov.in
