HPCET 2024- Application Form, Result, Answer Key, Exam Pattern, Counselling, Application Form, Eligibility, Admit Card
Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test (HPCET) is a state-level exam conducted for admission of candidates to undergraduate and post-graduate courses offered at various colleges of the Himachal Pradesh. HPCET 2024 Exam Date is yet to be announced. The admission into the B.Tech courses offered by the participating institutes is being done on the basis of national-level entrance tests and qualifying exams. Students were advised to check the HPCET eligibility criteria before applying. Along with the qualifying exam, admissions will also be offered through JEE Main. HPCET 2024 application form will be released to offer admission into B.Tech (Direct & Lateral Entry) / B. Pharmacy (Lateral Entry) / B.Architecture / M.Sc. Physics / M.Sc. Environmental Science / MBA / MBA (Tourism & HM) / MCA/ M.Pharmacy / PG Diploma in Yoga.
HPCET Overview
| Exam Name | Himachal Pradesh Combined Entrance Test |
| Abbreviated As | HPCET 2024 |
| Exam level | State-level |
| Conducting Institute | Himachal Pradesh Technical University |
| Exam type | UG and PG |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions with a single correct response |
| Marking scheme | For Every Correct Answer Plus (+) 2 Marks |
| Negative Marking | Negative (-) 0.5 Mark for every Incorrect Answer |
HPCET 2024 Application Form
HPCET 2024 application form was available on the official website. Candidates were able to fill and submit the application form until September 12, 2024. While filling out the application form, the candidates had to provide their personal, academic and contact details. All of the details had to be as per the documents possessed by the candidates. Correct information regarding the marks obtained at the national level and 10+2th qualifying exam had to be provided. The required application fee had to be paid online or offline.
- Candidates can visit the official website.
- Read the notification on the official page.
- On the Home page check for the “Apply Online” link
- Click on the link.
- The first candidate needs to register themselves for the exam.
- To register to provide your mobile number and Email Id.
- Then fill in other registration details asked.
- After that, a registration number and password will be sent to candidates on the Email ID registered.
- The candidate needs to use the details to login into the portal to fill the application form.
- Now Upload the Scanned images of the photo and signature in the required format.
- Check all details carefully before submitting the Application form.
- take a printout of the application form for future reference
HP CET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The applicants must read and understand the eligibility criteria before filling the application form for HP CET 2024. If any one is found in ineligible at any stage, the candidature is cancelled.
| Name of Course | Eligibility Criteria |
| B.Tech (Direct Entry) | – Qualify class 10+2 or equivalent examination. – Must have secured 45% marks in Gen category and 40% for SC / ST candidates in Physics, Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational subjects. |
| B. Tech (Lateral Entry) | – Must have secured 45% in Diploma examination / B. Passed B.Sc. Degree 40% in SC /ST. – Must have passed D. Voc. Stream in the same or allied sector. |
| B. Pharmacy (Direct Entry) | -Must have cleared class 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational subject with 45% and 40% for SC / ST applicants. |
| B.Pharmacy (Lateral Entry) | – Must have passed D.pharmacy from institute approved by Pharmacy Council of India. |
| B.Pharmacy (Ayurveda) | – Must have 45% in PCB Class 12 marks, and 40% in SC /ST |
| B.Arch (Direct Entry) | – Must have passed with 50% in aggregate in Class 12 in PCM. – Must have secured 50% in Diploma examination with Mathematics |
| B.Sc. (HM &CT) | – Must have passed class 12 with 50% marks. |
| BHMCT | – Must have passed class 12 with 50% marks |
| M.Tech | – Should have completed B.E / B.Tech course with 50% marks and 45% marks in case of reserved category. |
| BBA / BCA | – Must have passed class 12 with 50% marks and 45% marks in SC/ST. |
| M.Pharmacy | – Should have bachelor degree in Pharmacy or equivalent from recognized University with 55% marks and 50% marks in reserved category. |
| MBA | – Should have completed 3 year graduation course with 50% marks and 45% marks in case of reserved category. |
| MCA (Direct Entry) | – Should have passed / appearing bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum 3 years duration and Mathematics at 10+2 or at degree level securing at least 50% marks Or – Must have passed B.Sc./ B.Com./ B.A. with Mathematics at 10+2 Level or at Graduation Level. |
| M. Sc. in Physics | – Must have secured 50% in graduation level. For SC / ST it is 45%. |
| M. Sc. Environmental Science | – Must have passed graduation in any stream including subjects Engineering / Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Architecture. |
| P G Diploma in Yoga | – Must have secured 50% in graduation level. For SC / ST it is 45%. – Must have a NOC certificate if they are employed. |
Age Limit:
For Post Graduation Courses
- In case of boys, the maximum age is 26 years, in case of girls, the maximum age is 28 years.
- In case of SC / ST candidates, the maximum age is 29 years.
For Undergraduate courses
- In case of boys, the maximum age is 22 years, in case of girls, the maximum age is 24 years.
- In case of SC / ST candidates, the maximum age is 25 years.
HPCET 2024 Exam Pattern
B.Tech/ B.Pharmacy
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics/Biology | 50 | 100 |
| Physics | 50 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 100 |
MBA/MCA
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Ability | 25 | 50 |
| Data interpretation and reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Knowledge and Computer Awareness | 25 | 50 |
M.Tech
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Civil/Electrical/Computer Science/Mechanical | 60 | 120 |
| Engineering Mathematics | 25 | 50 |
| Aptitude Test | 15 | 30 |
M.Pharmacy
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | 60 | 120 |
| Biochemistry/Microbiology | 25 | 50 |
| Aptitude Test | 15 | 30 |
HP CET 2024 Exam Admit Card:
The necessary info regarding the releasing of the admit card is listed below for the reference of the applicants:
Applicants are able to get the admit card within the month of May 2024.
Admit card has to be carried at the time of examination because it is verified by the supervisor within the examination hall.
Admit cards ought to be downloaded from the web site and copies of a similar should be taken.
Admit card ought to be unbroken safely because it is needed for additional admission procedures additionally.
HPCET Result 2024
In the last week of May, the HPCET Result will declare and those candidates who have given the HPCET examination can check their result by using the login details.
The details that should be entered is the roll number and name of the candidates. As per the marks scored in an examination, applicants will be shortlisted in the merit list.
HPCET 2024 Answer Key
- The answer key of HPCET will be made available on the official website of the University.
- Candidates with any query regarding the answer key can forward their written complaints along with supporting documents either in person or through email.
- The complaint should reach the office of Controller of Examinations, H.P. Technical University, Gandhi Chowk, Hamirpur (H.P.) 177 001 within two days of exam.
- No complaint of any kind shall be entertained after the due date and time is over.
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