Know your eligibility before you apply.
Eligibility can vary by course, academic level, subjects studied, marks, entrance requirements and university rules. Use this guide to understand the usual checkpoints for Indian UG, PG and professional admissions, then verify the final criteria with the institution.
Understand your options, prepare the right information and move from course selection to application with greater clarity.
What to verify before you submit an application
Admission rules are not identical across every university or programme. Check the current prospectus, eligibility criteria, entrance or counselling route, fee structure, document requirements, deadlines and official communication before making a final decision.
Programme Fit
Match the course with your previous qualification, subjects, interests and long-term career direction.
University & Mode
Compare university type, campus or online mode, location, programme availability and academic structure.
Current Requirements
Check marks, subjects, entrance tests, counselling rules and programme-specific conditions for the current session.
Official Verification
Use the institution's official admission information and recognised regulatory sources before paying or accepting an offer.
Start with your current qualification
The correct eligibility check begins with the academic level you are entering and the specific programme you want.
After Class 10
Students can explore diploma, vocational, skill and selected school-to-career pathways. Subject and age conditions vary by institution.
After Class 12
UG eligibility commonly depends on Class 12 qualification, required subjects, minimum marks and entrance criteria where applicable.
After Graduation
PG programmes usually require a recognised bachelor’s qualification with programme-specific marks, subjects or entrance conditions.
What should you verify?
Qualification
Check the accepted school, diploma or degree qualification for the programme.
Subjects
Professional and technical courses may require specific subjects in qualifying studies.
Minimum Marks
Universities may specify minimum aggregate or subject-wise marks.
Entrance Test
Some programmes may require an entrance examination, interview, counselling or portfolio.
Typical eligibility direction by course
| Programme | Typical entry level | Common checks |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS / BDS / BAMS / BHMS | Class 12 | Relevant science subjects, qualifying marks and applicable entrance requirements |
| B.Tech | Class 12 | Physics/Mathematics and other programme-specific requirements; entrance where applicable |
| BBA / BCA / B.Com / BA | Class 12 | Recognised 10+2 qualification and university-specific marks/subject criteria |
| MBA / MCA / M.Com / MA | Graduation | Recognised bachelor’s degree, minimum marks and specialisation-specific conditions |
| LLB / LLM | UG or PG level | Programme-specific qualifying degree, marks and admission route |
| Nursing / Allied Health | 10+2 / relevant qualification | Science subjects, qualifying marks, registration or other institutional requirements where applicable |
Eligibility should narrow your choices — not limit your ambition.
UDAN can help you identify programmes that align with your qualification and then compare university options. If one programme is not suitable, we can help you explore related pathways rather than making a rushed decision.
- Match qualification with course level.
- Identify subject prerequisites.
- Check entrance requirements.
- Compare alternative programmes where needed.
