National University 1st Merit List - What It Means and How to Check
The National University 1st merit list is the first round of admission selection results, published at nu.ac.bd/admissions, ranking applicants by their admission score (for Honours 2025-26, test marks plus SSC/HSC GPA) separately for each college and subject. If you're selected, you generally need to confirm your seat within the deadline the official notice specifies; if not, a 2nd merit list or release slip process may follow.
Quick facts
- The National University 1st merit list is the first round of admission selection, checked only at nu.ac.bd/admissions.
- Selected candidates generally must confirm their seat within a deadline stated in that session's official notice.
- Candidates not selected in the 1st merit list may have further rounds available, such as a 2nd merit list or release slip process.
If you've applied for National University admission and are checking whether you made the 1st merit list, this page explains what that means and what to do next.
Direct answer
The National University 1st merit list is the first round of admission selection results for a session, published at nu.ac.bd/admissions. It ranks applicants by their admission score - for Honours 2025-26, that's the admission test marks combined with SSC/HSC GPA - separately for each college and subject combination.
What the 1st merit list actually tells you
Being on the 1st merit list means you've been provisionally selected for a specific college and subject, based on that round's ranking. It does not automatically mean your admission is finalized - you typically still need to confirm your seat and complete follow-up steps within a deadline.
How to check the 1st merit list
- Go to nu.ac.bd/admissions.
- Find the merit list / result section for your specific admission session.
- Enter your application information as instructed.
- Check your status - selected, waitlisted, or not selected - for the college and subject you applied to.
If you're selected
Follow the confirmation steps and deadline stated in that session's official notice - this typically includes confirming your seat and may involve a fee or document submission. Missing the stated deadline can put your seat at risk, so don't delay once you see your name on the list.
If you're not selected
National University generally runs further rounds if seats remain:
- National University 2nd Merit List - a subsequent round
- National University Release Slip Result - a further process for candidates still not placed
The exact structure and number of rounds can vary by session - check the current official circular rather than assuming a fixed pattern.
A note on specific 2026 dates
Several sites report specific 1st merit list publication dates for the current admission cycle. During research for this page, those specific dates could not be independently traced to mainstream news or a verifiable official NU notice - see National University Admission 2026 for what is and isn't confirmed for this session. Check nu.ac.bd/admissions directly for your actual current status.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I check the National University 1st merit list?
At nu.ac.bd/admissions, using your application details from your specific admission session. Third-party sites that claim to show the merit list directly are not official sources.
What do I do if I'm on the 1st merit list?
You generally need to confirm your seat and complete any required steps (such as paying a confirmation fee or submitting documents) within the deadline stated in that session's official notice - missing the deadline can risk your seat.
What if I'm not on the 1st merit list?
National University generally runs further rounds, including a 2nd merit list and sometimes a release slip process, for candidates not selected initially - check the current official circular for what applies to your session.
Is the 1st merit list the same as the final admission result?
No. It's typically the first of possibly several rounds. Selection can continue through a 2nd merit list, migration results, or a release slip round depending on how many seats remain and how the specific session is structured.
Official sources
- National University admission portal - official merit list checking
Related National University pages
- National University Admission Result
- National University 2nd Merit List
- National University Honours Admission Result
Written by Afrina Monjur.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I check the National University 1st merit list?
- At nu.ac.bd/admissions, using your application details from your specific admission session. Third-party sites that claim to show the merit list directly are not official sources.
- What do I do if I'm on the 1st merit list?
- You generally need to confirm your seat and complete any required steps (such as paying a confirmation fee or submitting documents) within the deadline stated in that session's official notice - missing the deadline can risk your seat.
- What if I'm not on the 1st merit list?
- National University generally runs further rounds, including a 2nd merit list and sometimes a release slip process, for candidates not selected initially - check the current official circular for what applies to your session.
- Is the 1st merit list the same as the final admission result?
- No. It's typically the first of possibly several rounds. Selection can continue through a 2nd merit list, migration results, or a release slip round depending on how many seats remain and how the specific session is structured.