Students who missed out in the first round of Rajasthan University (RU) undergraduate admissions were hoping for significant relief in the Second Merit List. Unfortunately, that relief has not materialised in any meaningful way. The Second Merit List released by the University of Rajasthan’s constituent colleges shows that General category cutoffs have dropped by only 1 to 3 percent across most courses, leaving thousands of students still outside the admission threshold.
With over 22,000 applications competing for roughly 7,000 seats, the cutoff figures remain among the highest seen in recent years at RU colleges. Here is the complete breakdown, along with what you can do next.
Key Dates: Act Before It Is Too Late
Students whose names appear in the Second Merit List must complete two steps immediately.
| Event | Deadline |
| Document Verification | July 9, 2026 |
| Fee Payment | July 10, 2026 |
| Third Merit List (if seats remain vacant) | To be announced |
Missing either of these deadlines will result in the forfeiture of your allotted seat. The university administration has confirmed that a Third Merit List will be released if seats remain vacant after the current round.
Why Cutoffs Remained High: Three Key Reasons
Before looking at the numbers, it helps to understand why the Second Merit List brought so little relief.
The first reason is the unusually high number of students who scored well in Class 12 this year. When more students achieve top marks, the merit list compresses upward, making even a second list highly competitive.
The second reason is the limited seat capacity at RU’s constituent colleges. The total undergraduate intake across all four colleges is approximately 7,000 seats, while more than 22,000 applications were received. This ratio of roughly three applicants per seat ensures that even the second round does not open up significantly more room for average scorers.
The third reason is the concentrated demand in specific courses. BCom, BSc Maths, BCom Pass Course, and BA Economics attracted disproportionately high application numbers. Because strong scorers who held out from the first round are still active in the pool, the second list cutoffs stayed close to the first.
Commerce College: Second Merit List Cutoffs
Commerce College, which has a total capacity of 1,620 seats, saw its BCom Regular General category cutoff drop from 93 percent to 91.40 percent, a decline of just 1.6 percentage points.
| Category | BCom Regular Cutoff |
| General | 91.40% |
| OBC | 86% |
| EWS | 82% |
| SC | 68% |
| ST and MBC | Admission given to all applicants |
One genuinely positive outcome at Commerce College is the new course, BCom Banking, Finance Services and Insurance, where all applicants received admission. This programme, recently introduced as part of Rajasthan’s effort to modernise commerce education, had enough seats to accommodate every student who applied, making it an immediate and viable option for candidates who narrowly missed the traditional BCom threshold.
Maharaja College: Second Merit List Cutoffs
Maharaja College, which offers 1,010 seats across its programmes, recorded the smallest drop in cutoff across all the colleges this year. BSc Maths General category fell by just 0.4 percent, from 96 percent in the first list to 95 percent in the second.
| Course | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | MBC |
| BSc Maths | 95% | 93% | 89% | 90.20% | 91.80% | 91.40% |
| BSc Bio | 88% | 82% | 78.80% | 80% | 79.20% | NA |
The minimal movement in BSc Maths cutoff confirms what many students feared: the programme remains one of the most competitive in Rajasthan’s government college system, driven by the growing popularity of mathematics as a base for engineering entrance exam preparation and competitive careers.
Maharani College: Second Merit List Cutoffs
Maharani College, the largest constituent college with 2,660 seats, saw its BCom Pass Course General category cutoff fall by only 0.6 percent, from 97 percent to 96.40 percent. This remains one of the steepest cutoffs among all courses across all RU colleges in 2026.
| Course | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | MBC |
| BCom Pass Course | 96.40% | 93.60% | 86% | 75% | 92.20% | 76.20% |
| BA Economics | 95.40% | 93.80% | 80% | 89% | 92% | NA |
The BA Economics cutoff of 95.40 percent for General category is particularly significant. Economics has seen a consistent rise in student interest over the past few years, driven by its relevance to UPSC and state civil services preparation, as well as its application in banking and finance careers.
Rajasthan College: Second Merit List Cutoffs
Rajasthan College, with 1,560 seats, recorded the largest cutoff drop among all four colleges this round. The BA Pass Course General category cutoff fell by 2.59 percent, from 95.79 percent in the first list to 93.20 percent in the second.
| Category | BA Pass Course Cutoff |
| General | 93.20% |
| OBC | 92.40% |
| MBC | 92% |
| EWS | 91% |
| ST | 91.20% |
| SC | 89% |
While the 2.59 percent drop is the most noticeable movement in this round, it still leaves the cutoff above 93 percent for General category, which means students who scored below this threshold will need to look at other institutions or wait for a potential Third Merit List.
What Should You Do If You Did Not Make the Second List?
Students who scored below the second cutoff for their preferred course and college have several options to consider.
The first option is to wait for a possible Third Merit List, which the university administration has confirmed will be released if seats remain vacant after July 10, 2026. However, based on the current trend, the third list cutoff is unlikely to drop more than 1 to 2 percentage points further in high-demand courses.
The second option is to explore admission at affiliated colleges under the University of Rajasthan. Constituent colleges are the most prestigious, but many affiliated government and private colleges under RU offer the same UG programmes at lower cutoff thresholds while following the same university curriculum and examination system.
The third option is to consider a different course or college entirely. The BCom Banking, Finance Services and Insurance programme at Commerce College accepted all applicants in the second round, making it an immediate fallback for commerce-stream students. Similarly, programmes at newer government degree colleges in Jaipur and surrounding districts have lower competition.
How to Check Your Second Merit List Status Online
Follow these steps to verify your status in the second round.
- Visit the official admission portal at University of Rajasthan Admission Portal admission.uniraj.edu.in
- Click on the Second Merit List link for your respective college
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth along with the Captcha
- Your admission status will appear on screen
- Download the result and carry the printout to the college for document verification
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. I missed the document verification deadline for the first list but my name appears in the second list. Do I still have a chance?
Yes. If your name is in the Second Merit List, you have a fresh opportunity to confirm your admission. You must complete document verification by July 9, 2026 and pay the admission fee by July 10, 2026. The second list is a separate round and your earlier non-participation in the first round does not affect your current eligibility. Report to your allotted college within the given window with all original documents.
Q2. My General category score is 92% and I want BCom at Commerce College. The second cutoff is 91.40%. Am I confirmed?
Not yet. Appearing on the merit list above the cutoff means you are provisionally selected, but the seat is only confirmed after you complete document verification and pay the fee on time. Students who have scores above the cutoff but do not show up for verification and fee payment are automatically dropped, and their seat moves to the next eligible candidate. Act immediately and do not assume your admission is secure until both steps are completed.
Q3. The second list cutoffs dropped very little. Is it worth waiting for the Third Merit List if I am just 1 to 2% below the second list cutoff?
It depends on the course. In high-demand courses like BSc Maths at Maharaja College, where the second list dropped only 0.4 percent, a third list is unlikely to drop much further since competitive demand remains high. In courses where more seats are available and demand is moderate, such as BSc Bio or BA Pass Course at Rajasthan College, there is a reasonable chance of a slightly lower third list cutoff. However, betting entirely on the third list is risky. Simultaneously explore admission at affiliated colleges or alternative courses so you have a confirmed option in hand.
Q4. I applied for BCom at Maharani College but missed the cutoff. Can I now apply for BA Economics at the same college if that course still has seats?
No. The University of Rajasthan’s admission process does not typically allow switching your preferred course after submission. If you applied for BCom and were not selected, you cannot automatically shift to BA Economics through the same application. You would need to check whether RU allows fresh applications for specific remaining courses in later rounds, which is determined by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis. Contact the college administration office directly to understand your options before the Third Merit List is released.
