TMBU Affiliated Colleges List 2026 includes 12 constituent colleges and over 20 affiliated units across Bhagalpur and Banka districts. For the 2026-2027 academic session, admissions are processed via the UMIS portal using unique College Codes. Top-tier institutions like T.N.B. College and Marwari College offer approximately 1,500 to 3,000 seats across Science, Arts, and Commerce streams.
Top Ranking Colleges under Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University
Choosing a college in the TMBU network depends on your stream and long-term career goals. Here is a brief review of the "Big Three" premier institutions:
- T.N.B. College (Tej Narayan Banaili): The crown jewel of TMBU. Established in 1883, it is the best choice for BSc (Hons) and BA (Hons) students seeking a research-oriented environment.
- Marwari College: The hub for Commerce (BCom) and Vocational courses (BCA, BBA). It is known for having the highest placement records for professional UG degrees in Bhagalpur.
- S.M. College (Sundarwati Mahila): The leading women’s college in Eastern India. It offers a secure and highly academic atmosphere specifically for female students in Arts and Science.
Complete List of Constituent & Affiliated Colleges (2026)
This table provides the College Codes required for the UMIS TMBU Login and the estimated seat matrix for the 2026-30 Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP).
| College Name | College Code | Type | Popular Streams | Approx. Seats |
| T.N.B. College, Bhagalpur | 001 | Constituent | Science, Arts | 3,200+ |
| Marwari College, Bhagalpur | 002 | Constituent | Commerce, Science, BCA | 3,500+ |
| S.M. College, Bhagalpur | 003 | Constituent | Arts, Science (Women Only) | 2,800+ |
| B.N.C. College, Bhagalpur | 004 | Constituent | Arts, Science | 1,800+ |
| S.S.V. College, Kahalgaon | 005 | Constituent | Arts, Commerce | 1,500+ |
| G.B. College, Naugachia | 006 | Constituent | Science, Arts | 2,100+ |
| P.B.S. College, Banka | 007 | Constituent | Arts, Science | 1,200+ |
| S.A.P.S. College, Banka | 082 | Affiliated | Arts, Commerce | 900+ |
| S.D.M.Y. Degree College | 095 | Affiliated | Arts | 600+ |
How to Choose the Right College Based on Cut-off Trends
In the 2026 admission cycle, the TMBU Merit List is expected to be highly competitive for Science and Commerce.
- Check Previous Year Cut-offs: T.N.B. College typically closes its first list for Physics and Math Hons at 85%+ for General category students.
- College Code Accuracy: Ensure you enter the correct College Code (e.g., 001 for TNB) during the choice-filling phase on the UMIS portal. Errors here can lead to allotment in a distant affiliated college instead of a central constituent one.
- Stream Availability: Not all affiliated colleges offer Science. Verify the Stream Support in the table above before finalizing your preference list.
The IndCareer Edge: Insider Selection Tips
Expert Teacher Tip: If your Class 12th percentage is between 60% and 75%, do not put T.N.B. or Marwari College as your #1 preference. You risk missing out on the 1st Merit List entirely. Instead, place a high-capacity college like B.N.C. College or G.B. College as your first choice to secure a seat early, then use the "Slide-up" option if seats remain vacant in top-tier colleges.
Interactive FAQ
Constituent colleges are managed directly by the University, usually having better infrastructure and permanent faculty. Affiliated colleges are privately managed but follow TMBU’s curriculum and exams.
The complete list is available on the UMIS TMBU Dashboard during the application process and is also summarized in the table above.
Marwari College has approximately 800+ seats dedicated specifically to the Commerce stream (Accounts Hons).
No, Sundarwati Mahila (S.M.) College is strictly a women-only institution.
Marwari College and T.N.B. College are the top choices for BCA due to their dedicated computer labs and vocational cells.