PUCET UG Exam
PUCET UG Exam

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

Quick Link

Official Website of PU CET

PUCET UG Exam Important Dates

EventOfficial Date
Last Date to Register (Login/Pass Generation)April 22, 2026
Last Date for Online Fee DepositApril 24, 2026
Last Date to Upload Photo & SignatureApril 27, 2026
Admit Card Release DateMay 05, 2026
PU CET UG 2026 Exam DateMay 10, 2026
Tentative Result DeclarationMay 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/-
PUCET UG Exam Application Fee

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 :

  1. Register Online. 
  2. Note down your Login Id and Password (login details will be sent to your registered Email Id also).
  3. Login to your account to pay fee online. 
  4. 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). 
  5. 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 SubjectNo. of QMarks to each QTotal MarksDuration
Paper-I Physics60212070 minutes
Paper-II Chemistry60212070 minutes
Paper-III Biology60212070 minutes
Paper-IV Mathematics60212070 minutes
Paper-V Biotechnology60212070 minutes
Paper-VI Computer Science60212070 minutes
PUCET UG Exam Pattern

📍 Exam Centers

The entrance test will be held across four major cities:

  1. Chandigarh
  2. Ludhiana
  3. Muktsar
  4. 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

Can I change my subject combination after the application deadline?

No. Panjab University does not allow changes to subject combinations once the final submission is made.

Is there an entrance exam for B.A. or B.Com at PU?

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.

What is the syllabus for the 2026 exam?

The syllabus is based on the CBSE 10+2 curriculum for the academic years 2024-25 and 2025-26.

Can a student with PCMB take all four papers?

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.

Where are the exam centers located?

The exam is primarily held in Chandigarh, Muktsar, Ludhiana, and Hoshiarpur.

PU CET – An Overview

AspectsDetails
Name of ExamPU CET UG
PU CET UG Full FormPanjab University Common Entrance Test Under Graduate
More Exams Of This TypeCommon Entrance Exams
Scale Of This ExamUniversity Level
State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most RelevantChandigarh
(note – this does not indicate domicile requirement.
it only refers to states or regions where score
accepting colleges are situated)
Organization That Holds This ExamPU
PU Full FormPanjab University
Official Websitecetug.puchd.ac.in
Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This TestB.Sc. (Hons.), B. Pharmacy
Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This TestPanjab University
PU CET – An Overview

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