Islamic University Kushtia Admission Guide 2026-27

Islamic University (IU) is a public university established in 1979 at Shantidanga, Kushtia. It is the first university founded in independent Bangladesh with a vision of integrating Islamic values with modern education. Located on a 175-acre campus about 3 km from Kushtia town, IU has grown into a comprehensive university with 9 faculties and 36 departments, offering programs across Theology, Arts, Social Sciences, Law, Business, Sciences, Engineering, Biological Sciences, and Pharmacy.

IU admission date 2026-27

As of October 6, 2026, the 2026-27 undergraduate application deadline, application fee and admission test date should be treated as not officially announced unless a newer notice appears on the IU admission website. Islamic University conducts its own admission test separate from the GST cluster system.

• 2026-27 application start: Not officially announced

• 2026-27 application deadline: Not officially announced

• 2026-27 admission test: Not officially announced

• Final source: iu.ac.bd

Always check the official IU website before paying any application fee or making travel arrangements based on a date you found on social media.

Why consider Islamic University?

IU is unique among Bangladeshi public universities because it combines traditional Islamic studies with modern science and technology. Its Faculty of Theology and Islamic Studies offers specialised departments like Al-Quran and Islamic Studies, Al-Hadith and Islamic Studies, and Da'wah and Islamic Studies — subjects not available at most other universities. At the same time, its Faculty of Engineering and Technology offers Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, and Computer Science and Engineering.

This combination makes IU suitable for students who want either a faith-based academic path or a modern science and technology degree — or both — in a single university.

Faculties and departments

IU has 9 faculties with 36 departments:

1. Faculty of Theology and Islamic Studies — Al-Quran, Al-Hadith, Da'wah and Islamic Studies

1. Faculty of Arts — Arabic, Bangla, English, Islamic History and Culture, Fine Arts

1. Faculty of Social Sciences — Economics, Political Science, Public Administration, Development Studies, Folklore Studies, Social Welfare, Communication and Multimedia Journalism

1. Faculty of Law — Law, Al-Fiqh and Legal Studies, Law and Land Management

1. Faculty of Business Administration — Accounting, Management, Finance and Banking, Marketing

1. Faculty of Sciences — Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental Science and Geography, Physical Education and Sports Science

1. Faculty of Engineering and Technology — Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering

1. Faculty of Biological Sciences — Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering

1. Faculty of Pharmacy — Pharmacy

Eligibility and admission test

The final 2026-27 circular will confirm the exact SSC and HSC pass-year rules, minimum GPA, subject requirements, quota provisions, application fee and test format. IU typically requires:

• HSC or equivalent passed in 2024 or 2025 (check circular for exact years)

• Science background for science and engineering departments

• Combined GPA requirements that vary by faculty

• Separate admission tests for different units (A, B, C, D units typically correspond to Science, Arts, Business, and Theology)

The IU admission test is typically MCQ-based with negative marking. Each unit has its own subject distribution and mark allocation. The D unit (Theology) is unique to IU and is not available at most other public universities.

How to prepare for IU admission

1. Check which unit matches your HSC background and preferred subjects.

1. Revise the core HSC subjects for your unit — Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics for Science; Bangla, English, General Knowledge for Arts.

1. For the D unit (Theology), prepare Islamic Studies topics alongside general subjects.

1. Practise previous IU admission questions to understand the pattern.

1. Pay attention to negative marking — accuracy matters more than attempting every question.

FAQ

Is Islamic University Kushtia part of the GST cluster?

No. Islamic University conducts its own admission test separately from the GST centralized system.

Can non-Muslim students apply to IU?

Yes. IU is a public university open to all students regardless of religion. The theology departments are open to all, and the science, engineering, business, and arts departments have no religion-based restrictions.

What is IU known for?

IU is known for its unique combination of Islamic theology departments with modern science, engineering, and pharmacy programs. Its Department of Folklore Studies and Department of Communication and Multimedia Journalism are also distinctive.

When will the IU 2026-27 circular be published?

No confirmed date is available as of October 6, 2026. Check iu.ac.bd for the official announcement.

Verify every date, fee and eligibility condition in the final IU circular at iu.ac.bd before applying.