The National University (NU) of Bangladesh — the largest higher education institution in the country — organizes the Honours 1st Year Admission every year for new students. The Honours Admission 2025 is an important opportunity for thousands of students who wish to pursue undergraduate studies under the National University. Students who have passed the HSC exam this year or are eligible from previous sessions can apply online for admission.
In this article, you’ll find detailed information about the eligibility criteria, application process, timeline, merit list, release slip, admission fee, required documents, and all other relevant details.

π― Honours 1st Year Admission 2025 – Important Dates
The National University follows a fixed schedule for admission activities. Typically, the online application begins shortly after the HSC results are published.
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Application Start Date: Will be announced on NU’s official website
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Application Deadline: As per the official notice
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1st Merit List Publication: A few days after the application deadline
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2nd & 3rd Merit Lists: Published if seats remain vacant
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Release Slip Application: For students who didn’t get a place in the merit list or canceled their admission
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Final Admission Confirmation: Must be done both online and at the selected college within the given time
π Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Honours 1st Year Admission under the National University, applicants must meet the following conditions:
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HSC Passing Year: Usually, only students who passed in the most recent academic year can apply.
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Minimum GPA Requirements (excluding 4th subject):
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Humanities Group: Combined GPA of at least 4.00 in SSC & HSC
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Science Group: Combined GPA of at least 4.50 in SSC & HSC
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Business Studies Group: Combined GPA of at least 4.25 in SSC & HSC
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Students who were previously admitted to any other NU program must cancel that admission before applying.
π₯️ Online Application Process
The entire application process is conducted online. Here’s the step-by-step guide:
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Visit the National University Admission Portal: www.nu.ac.bd/admissions
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Click on the “Honours Admission” section.
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Fill in the required information — name, date of birth, roll number, registration number, education board, and passing year.
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Select your preferred college(s) (you may choose multiple colleges).
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Choose your desired subject.
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Review all information carefully and submit the application.
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Pay the application fee (usually 250 BDT) via approved mobile banking systems.
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Print the application form and submit it to your selected college.
π Merit List & Selection Process
The NU Honours Admission merit list is prepared based on the combined GPA of SSC and HSC results. No written or oral test is taken.
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1st Merit List: For the top-ranked candidates based on GPA.
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2nd & 3rd Merit Lists: Published only if seats remain vacant.
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Release Slip: Available for students who didn’t get a place in the merit list or canceled their admission, allowing them to reapply to other colleges.
π° Admission Fees & Other Expenses
The Honours 1st Year Admission fee under the National University is very affordable, though it may vary slightly by college.
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Admission Fee (Approximate): 4,000 – 8,000 BDT
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Exam Fee: As per official NU schedule
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Class Start Date: Usually begins soon after admission completion
π Required Documents
Students must submit the following documents at the time of admission:
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Original & photocopies of SSC and HSC mark sheets
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Photocopies of SSC and HSC certificates
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Recent passport-size photographs
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Printed copy of the online application form
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Payment receipt of admission fee
π About the Release Slip
Students who were not selected in the first merit list or canceled their previous admission can apply again through the Release Slip process. Usually, 2–3 release slips are issued during the admission cycle.
βΉ️ Why Choose the National University?
The National University of Bangladesh is the largest public university in the country, providing higher education opportunities to students from all regions.
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Extensive Academic Network: NU-affiliated colleges exist in almost every district.
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Affordable Cost: Significantly lower tuition fees compared to other universities.
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Recognized Degree: Accepted both nationally and internationally.
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Wide Range of Subjects: Offers Honours programs in Humanities, Science, Business Studies, and more.
The Honours 1st Year Admission 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for students to begin their undergraduate journey under the National University. Understanding the admission requirements, process, merit system, and necessary documents helps make the process smoother. For the latest updates, visit the official NU website regularly and follow the NU Notice Board.

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