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The PU CET 2026 examination, conducted by PU, is set for the designated exam date.. PU CET 2026 will be conducted on the exam date decided by PU. The Panjab University Common Entrance Test Under Graduate (PU CET UG) is a University level Common entrance exam organized by PU, also known as Panjab University. The varsity at the onset of each academic session, which includes the PU Common Entrance Test for Under Graduate courses, PUCET and Common Entrance Test for Post Graduate courses, PUCET, apart from other department-wise entrance tests.
PU CET 2026 admit card has been released. Get the link to download the admit card here.
PUCET UG Exam
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PUCET UG Exam Important Dates
| Event | Official Date |
| Last Date to Register (Login/Pass Generation) | April 22, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Deposit | April 24, 2026 |
| Last Date to Upload Photo & Signature | April 27, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | May 05, 2026 |
| PU CET UG 2026 Exam Date | May 10, 2026 |
| Tentative Result Declaration | May 28, 2026 |
Courses Offered
– B.Pharm.
– B.Sc. (Hons) Anthropology
– B.Sc. (Hons) Biochemistry
– B.Sc. (Hons) Biophysics
– B.Sc. (Hons) Biotechnology
– B.Sc. (Hons) Botany
– B.Sc. (Hons) Chemistry
– B.Sc. (Hons) Geology
– B.Sc. (Hons) Microbiology
– B.Sc. (Hons) Physics
– B.Sc. (Hons) Physics (Specialization in Electronics)
– B.Sc. (Hons) Zoology
– B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics
PUCET UG Exam Eligibility Criteria
- A person who shall attain the age of 17 years as on 31st December in the year of admission and has passed 10+2 exam from the recognized Board/Bodies/Councils or any other exam recognized as equivalent to 10+2 exam by the Panjab University with Physics, Chemistry and Biology after qualifying the entrance test shall be eligible to join the first class of the course.
- Only Indian Citizens are eligible for admission except in the NRI quota seats
- B.Pharm: 50% Marks in 10+2 examination conducted by the respective State/Central Government authorities recognised as equivalent to 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English, Physics, Chemistry and one of the following subject: Biology/ Biotechnology / Mathematics
- Anthropology/Chemistry/Geology/Physics/Physics (Specialization in Electronics)/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology: Should have passed 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology
B.Sc (Hons. School Semester System) in various teaching Depts
- Botany, Zoology: Passed 10+2 Exam with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/BC) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
- Anthropology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Physics & Electronics: Passed 10+2 Exam with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/ BC) with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology
- Biochemistry, Microbiology: Passed 10+2 exam with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/ BC) with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology/ Biotechnology
- Biotechnology, Biophysics: Passed 10+2 exam with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/ BC) with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology/Biotechnology/ Computer Science.
- Mathematics: Passed 10+2 exam with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/ BC) with Mathematics as one of the subjects
PUCET UG Exam Application Fee
| General Category [PCB or PCM or M] : | Rs. 2850/- |
| SC/ST/PwD Category [PCB or PCM or M] | Rs. 2850/- |
| Additional Paper [Biology or Mathematics] | Rs. 570/- |
Mode of Payment : Online by debit card/credit card or net banking or via offline mode (SBI E-Challan)
PUCET UG Exam How to Apply
STEPS TO FOLLOW :
- Register Online.
- Note down your Login Id and Password (login details will be sent to your registered Email Id also).
- Login to your account to pay fee online.
- After successful payment, complete your form. Upload scanned passport size photograph, signature, fill other important information and Save and Confirm. (Once you confirm the form, you will not be allowed to change information in the form).
- Download your Admit Card. (Bring one photo identity proof like Driving License, Voter Card, Aadhaar Card, Passport etc. at the Examination centre failing which the candidate will not be allowed to enter in the Examination Hall.)
- https://cetug.puchd.ac.in/registration.php
PUCET UG Exam Pattern
- The test will be conducted in the subjects of, (i) Physics, (ii) Chemistry (iii) Biology (iv) Mathematics (v) Biotechnology and (vi) Computer Science as per date sheet.
- The scheme of the PUCET (U.G. & BHMS) Entrance Test is given below: For every wrong answer, 25% i.e. ¼ mark allotted to the question will be deducted.
- The syllabus is as per the CBSE for the session.
- The medium of examination shall be ENGLISH only
| Name of the Subject | No. of Q | Marks to each Q | Total Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I Physics | 60 | 2 | 120 | 70 minutes |
| Paper-II Chemistry | 60 | 2 | 120 | 70 minutes |
| Paper-III Biology | 60 | 2 | 120 | 70 minutes |
| Paper-IV Mathematics | 60 | 2 | 120 | 70 minutes |
| Paper-V Biotechnology | 60 | 2 | 120 | 70 minutes |
| Paper-VI Computer Science | 60 | 2 | 120 | 70 minutes |
📍 Exam Centers
The entrance test will be held across four major cities:
- Chandigarh
- Ludhiana
- Muktsar
- Hoshiarpur
Contact Details
Punjab University Common Entrance Test
Chandigarh- 160014, Punjab, India (Punjab)
Contacts: Punjab University
Official Website: http://www.puchd.ac.in/
For more details and to apply, please visit the official website
Interactive FAQ
No. Panjab University does not allow changes to subject combinations once the final submission is made.
PU CET UG is strictly for Science-based courses (B.Sc and B.Pharmacy). B.A. and B.Com admissions are handled via PU-CET (General) or merit-based systems.
The syllabus is based on the CBSE 10+2 curriculum for the academic years 2024-25 and 2025-26.
Yes. If you appear for all four, the university will consider the best combination (PCM or PCB) applicable to the specific course you apply for during counseling.
The exam is primarily held in Chandigarh, Muktsar, Ludhiana, and Hoshiarpur.
PU CET – An Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | PU CET UG |
| PU CET UG Full Form | Panjab University Common Entrance Test Under Graduate |
| More Exams Of This Type | Common Entrance Exams |
| Scale Of This Exam | University Level |
| State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most Relevant | Chandigarh (note – this does not indicate domicile requirement. it only refers to states or regions where score accepting colleges are situated) |
| Organization That Holds This Exam | PU |
| PU Full Form | Panjab University |
| Official Website | cetug.puchd.ac.in |
| Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | B.Sc. (Hons.), B. Pharmacy |
| Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This Test | Panjab University |
