After the mandatory entry tests, CECOS University publishes the official merit lists, which are compiled based on applicants' test scores and academic records. These merit lists determine the successful candidates offered admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The results and merit lists are typically made available on the university's official website, allowing applicants to check their status online.

For engineering applicants, results of the ETEA Entry Test are announced directly on the ETEA website within a day or two after the exam. CECOS retrieves these scores for applicants.

For non-engineering programs (like BS CS, IT, or BBA), CECOS conducts its own test and uploads the results on the official CECOS website. For example, after the 2 August 2024 entrance test, results were posted online for candidates to view.

• CECOS prepares the merit list using a weighted aggregate formula that combines:
  • Matric %
  • Intermediate (F.Sc./DAE) %
  • Entry Test Score (ETEA or university test)
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• Only candidates who meet eligibility (e.g. ≥60% F.Sc./DAE + entry test score) are included.
• The official merit list PDF shows each candidate’s marks breakdown, aggregate, and selected program.

• The 1st Merit List is usually announced within a few days after test results.
• In Fall 2024, CECOS announced the 1st list by September 5.
• Merit lists are published in PDF format on the university website (Notifications section) and also displayed on campus notice boards.
• Along with the list, CECOS provides instructions on admission confirmation.

• Students whose names appear in the list must submit fees and documents within the given deadline (typically 2–3 days).
• Example: In 2024, students from the 1st list had to confirm admission by September 7.
• Failure to pay fees within the deadline results in loss of seat, which is then reallocated in the next merit list.

• After the 1st round, vacant seats (due to withdrawals or missed deadlines) are offered to students in the 2nd Merit List.
• If necessary, a 3rd Merit List is released.
• In 2024, CECOS issued 3 merit lists for engineering programs. The last admission deadline on the 3rd list was September 14, 2024.

Each merit list comes with a new deadline for confirming admission.

• After confirming admission, students must submit documents, receive ID cards, and complete enrollment.
• Classes for new intakes typically begin in September/October after the final merit list round.
• Orientation sessions are held to guide new students about academics and campus life.

The release of the entry test results and subsequent merit lists at CECOS University marks the final stage of the admissions process, confirming which candidates have successfully secured a place. This merit-based system ensures fairness and transparency by making selections based on test performance and academic records. The official posting of these lists on the university's website gives finality to the application process for prospective students.

Q1: How can I check my CECOS entry test result?
If you appeared in the ETEA test, check results at the official ETEA website. For CECOS-conducted tests, results are uploaded in the Notifications section of the university’s website.

Q2: When will the CECOS merit list 2025 be announced?
The 1st Merit List is usually released in early September, a few days after entry test results.

Q3: How many merit lists does CECOS release?
Typically three merit lists (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) are released, depending on seat availability.

Q4: What should I do if my name is on the merit list?
You must submit the admission fee and documents before the given deadline (often 2–3 days after the list is posted) to secure your seat.

Q5: What happens if I miss the admission confirmation deadline?
Your seat is forfeited and offered to the next candidate in the following merit list.

Q6: Can late applicants still get admission at CECOS?
As a private university, CECOS may occasionally consider late applicants or hold extra admission rounds, but priority is always given to candidates on official merit lists.

Q7: Where can I find the CECOS merit list PDF?
All merit lists are published on the official CECOS website (Notifications/Admissions section). They are also displayed on campus notice boards.

Q8: When do classes start after admissions?
Classes usually begin in September or October, after the final round of merit lists is completed.