RU Sonipat Admission 2026

Rishihood University
Sonipat, Haryana · RU Sonipat · Estd. 2020
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2026-27 admission cycle is open at rishihood.edu.in. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Rishihood University

Rishihood University is a state private university located at Bahalgarh Road, Sonipat in Haryana, established in 2020 by the Rishihood University Act, 2020 of the Haryana Legislative Assembly. Rishihood is India's first impact-driven university — combining academic rigour with social entrepreneurship and impact-creation pedagogy across schools of liberal arts, technology, design, public health, education and entrepreneurship.

Rishihood offers UG (BA Liberal Studies, B.Tech, B.Des, BBA Entrepreneurship), PG (MA, M.Tech, M.Des, MBA Impact Management) and Ph.D programmes. Admission via Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT) plus interview; standardised scores (SAT, CAT, JEE Main) accepted for some programmes.

The 2026-27 admission cycle is open at rishihood.edu.in.

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Application fee: ₹1,500 (General) / ₹1,500 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

University-conducted entrance exam

Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT)
Conducted by Rishihood University

Rishihood admits candidates via Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT) plus interview; standardised scores (SAT, CAT, JEE Main) accepted for some programmes. India's first impact-driven university.

Other accepted exams

Eligibility

UG (BA Liberal Studies / B.Tech / B.Des / BBA Entrepreneurship): 10+2 + RAT / SAT / JEE Main + interview. PG (MA / M.Tech / M.Des / MBA Impact): Bachelor's in the relevant discipline + RAT / CAT + interview. Ph.D: Master's with UGC-prescribed aggregate.

Important Dates

Event Date Stage Portal Status
2026-27 admission cycle opens TBA application Rishihood University Ongoing
RAT / SAT / CAT / JEE Main + interview TBA exam Rishihood / NTA / IIMs Upcoming
Admission confirmation TBA counselling Rishihood Upcoming

How to Apply

  1. 1
    Read the Rishihood notification
    Visit rishihood.edu.in for the 2026-27 admission notification.
  2. 2
    Apply online
    Register on the Rishihood application portal.
  3. 3
    RAT + interview
    Sit the Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT) or submit valid SAT / CAT / JEE Main scores; attend personal interview.
  4. 4
    Admission confirmation
    Selected candidates pay the admission fee at the Rishihood campus, Bahalgarh, Sonipat.

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

Rishihood merit + impact scholarships, need-based aid, SC/BC/EWS scholarships through Haryana Saksham / NSP.

Reservations

Haryana state reservation: SC 20%, BC-A 8%, BC-B 8%, EWS 10%; PwBD 4% horizontal. Need-based admission policy.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Rishihood University?
Rishihood University admits students primarily through Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT). After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.
What is the application fee at Rishihood University?
For 2026, the application fee is ₹1500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹1500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When does Rishihood University declare its cutoff?
Cutoffs at Rishihood University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.
Does Rishihood University accept Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT) scores?
Rishihood Aptitude Test (RAT) is the primary basis for admission at Rishihood University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.