HPCET 2024 – Himachal Pradesh Technical University conducts Common Entrance Test (HPCET) for admission to B.Tech., B.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy (Ayurveda), M.Tech, M.Pharmacy, MCA, and MBA being offered by HPTU and colleges affiliated to it, deemed to be University, or other Universities established under the State Act or Constituent units thereto. 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
The candidates are desirous to seek admission to various courses during 2024-25 are required to apply online only. Only those applicants, who apply online before the last date and satisfy the eligibility criteria, will be considered for admission.
HPCET 2024 Exam Highlights
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-Paper Based) |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Duration of Exam | 3 Hours |
| Type and Number of Questions | 150 MCQs |
| Sections | 3 (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) |
| Courses Offered | BHMCT B.Sc.(HM &CT) BBA B.Tech B.Pharma BCA M.Tech M.Sc.(Physics) MBA MCA |
| HP CET 2024 Application Dates | To be notified |
HPCET 2024 Tentative Application Dates
| Course | Starting date of filling in online application | Starting date of filling in the online application | Date and time of Entrance Examination |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. Tech (Direct Entry) | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
| B. Pharmacy (Direct Entry) | To be announced | Closing date of filling in the online Application Form | To be announced |
| MCA | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
| MBA & MBA (T& HM) | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
HPCET 2024 Tentative Exam Date of Test
| Academic Programme | Date of HPCET 2024 |
|---|---|
| B.Tech/B.Pharm | May 2024 |
| MCA | May 2024 |
| MBA/MBA (Tourism & Hospitality Management) | May 2024 |
HP CET 2024 Brochure Link
HPCET 2024 Application Process
Step 1: Registration: Open the web HPCET and click the link “Application Form “Click Here to Apply for HPCET-2024” button. Fill in the following registration details in the “Account Registration Form” that will open on your system
- Name
- Username
- Password
- Confirm password
- Date of Birth
- Email address
- Mobile number
A system generated Application Form Number will appear on the computer screen. The User Name and Application Number will also be sent to the given email ID. All applicants must note or keep a safe username and password for future reference.
Step 2: Fill out the Application Form: Click on the “Login” button and enter your username, password, and application number. Now enter the following details to fill application form:
- Name of the Candidate
- Father’s & Mother’s Name
- Nationality
- Aadhaar Card Number
- Programme Applied For
- Examination Centre
- Category & Sub-Category
- Qualifying Exam Details
- Permanent Address
- Correspondence Address
Now, click on “Save & Continue”
Step 4: Verify email: The email address as entered by the candidate during the registration of the form will automatically appear. The candidate can edit his / her wrongly entered email ID. The system-generated OTP will be sent to the candidate’s email ID by clicking the button “Send OTP on Email”. On entering a valid OTP, you will see the webpage message of the Email verified successfully
Step 5: Upload Photograph and Signature: During this step, candidates have to upload the scanned images of their photograph and signature. Click on browse and select your photograph and signature in the required dimension/size and format mentioned in the brochure. After you have attached the images, click on the “Upload” button.
Step 6: Confirmation: The next stage of the HPCET application form is confirmation. The filled-in application form appears and the candidate has two options – Edit or Submit & Go for Payment. If you want to make any change in the application details, click on edit, otherwise go for a payment.
Step 7: Make Fee Payment: After confirmation of the details filled in the application form, the applicants will be automatically redirected to the page for fee payment. Two modes of payment will be available and the following links will appear:
- “Offline link to generate PNB Challan” or,
- “Online Fee Payment Link”
Select the mode of payment as per your convenience and make the payment to complete HPCET 2021 Application.
HPCET 2024 Application Fee
HPCET Application Fee payment mode is either through E-challan or through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card. The following table shows the application fee for all the categories:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/BPL | Rs. 1400 /- |
| Others | Rs. 1500 /- |
HPCET 2024 Programmes
| Under Graduate Programmes | Post Graduate Programmes |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Mechanical Engineering |
| Information Technology | Computer Science & Engineering |
| Computer Scie;nce & Engineering | Pharmaceutics |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | Pharmaceutical Analysis and Quality Assurance |
| Electrical Engineering | Pharmacology |
| Mechanical Engineering | Pharmacognosy |
| Textile Engineering | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Master of Business Administration Tourism & Hospitality Management (MBA T&HM) |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | Master of Computer Applications (MCA) |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (Ayurveda) | Master of Science in Physics (M.Sc. Physics) |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (Practice Course) | Master of Science in Environmental Science |
| Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) | Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga |
| Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (B.Sc. HMCT) | ___ |
| Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) | ___ |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | ___ |
| Bachelor of Computer applications | ___ |
HPCET 2024 Eligibility Criteria for Under Graduation
HPCET 2024 Eligibility and Admission Criteria for Under Graduate Programmes
| Programmes | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B. Tech (Direct Entry) | 4 Yrs | Passed 10+2 examination with Physics/ Mathematics /Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/ Information Technology/ Biology/Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/Entrepreneurship.(Any of the three) Obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together. Or Passed diploma (in Engineering and Technology) with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category) subject to vacancies in the First Year, in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted. |
| B. Tech (Lateral Entry) | 3 Yrs | A. The candidate Passed Minimum THREE years / TWO years (Lateral Entry)Diploma examination with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in ANY branch of Engineering and Technology. B. Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed 10+2 standard with Mathematics as a subject. C. Provided that in case of students belonging to B. Sc stream, shall clear the subjects of Engineering Graphics/ Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics of the first year Engineering Program along with the second year subjects. D. Provided further that the students belonging to B.Sc. Stream shall be considered only after filling the supernumerary seats in this category with students belonging to the Diploma stream. E. Provided further those students, who have passed Diploma in Engineering & Technology from an AICTE approved institution or B.Sc. degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, shall also be eligible for admission to the first year Engineering Degree courses subject to vacancies in the first-year class in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted. F. Passed D. VOC. Stream in the same or allied sector. However, the admission shall be based strictly on the eligibility criteria as mentioned in A, B, C, E, and F above. |
| B. Pharm. (Direct Entry) | 4 Yrs | Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics/ Biology subjects securing at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together. Provided that a student should complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the course. |
| B. Pharm. (Lateral Entry) 2nd Year | 3 Yrs | The candidate must have passed the Diploma Examination in D. Pharmacy from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India under section 12 of the Pharmacy Act. |
| B. Pharm. (Ayurveda) | 4 Yrs | The candidate must have passed the 10+2 examination from a recognized Board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects with at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together. |
| B.Arch. (Direct Entry) | 5 Years | Passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects with 50% in aggregate or candidates who have passed the Diploma examination with Mathematics as a compulsory subject having obtained at least 50% marks in the aggregate. |
| B.Sc. (HM &CT) | 3 Years | All those candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination in any stream from a Board recognized or established by Central/State Government through legislation shall be eligible to apply. Further, the candidate should have obtained at least 50% marks (45% in the case of candidates belonging to the SC/ST category) in the qualifying examination. |
| B HMCT | 4 years | All those candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination in any stream from a Board recognized or established by Central/State Government. Through legislation shall be eligible to apply. Further, the candidate should have obtained at least 50% marks (45% in the case of candidates belonging to the SC/ST category) in the qualifying examination. |
| BBA | 3 Years | All those candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination in any stream from a Board recognized or established by Central/State Government. Through legislation shall be eligible to apply. Further, the candidate should have obtained at least 50% marks (45% in the case of candidates belonging to the SC/ST category) in the qualifying examination. |
| BCA | 3 Years | All those candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination in any stream from a Board recognized or established by Central/State Government through legislation shall be eligible to apply. Further, the candidate should have obtained at least 50% marks (45% in the case of candidates belonging to the SC/ST category) in the qualifying examination. |
HPCET 2024 Eligibility Criteria for Post Graduation
| Programmes | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MBA/ MBA (T&HM) | 2 Yrs | Recognized Bachelor’s degree of minimum three years duration with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) at the qualifying examination. |
| MCA (Direct Entry) | 2 Yrs | Passed BCA/ Bachelor Degree in Computer Science Engineering or Equivalent Degree. OR Passed B.Sc./ B.Com./ B.A. with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation Level (with additional bridge Courses as per the norms of the concerned University). Obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the qualifying examination. |
| M. Tech | 2 Yrs | Recognized Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant field obtaining at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) at the qualifying examination. |
| M. Pharmacy | 2 Yrs | Recognized Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent degree obtaining at least 55% marks (50% marks in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) at the qualifying examination. |
| M. Sc. Physics | 2Yrs | All those candidates who have passed bachelor’s degree in science, B. Sc. with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks (45% in case of reserved categories) in aggregate in the three years of degree or honors in the subject concerned i.e. Physics. |
| M. Sc. Environmental Science | 2Yrs | Candidates who have passed three years B.Sc. degree with Botany, Zoology/Biotechnology and Chemistry or B. Sc. Non-Medical with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks ( 45% in case of reserved categories) in aggregate in the three years of the degree. |
| PG Diploma in Yoga | 1 Yrs | Recognized Bachelor’s degree of minimum three years duration with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) at the qualifying examination. |
HPCET 2024 Exam Pattern
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech), Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharmacy), and Bachelor of Pharmacy (Ayurveda) (B.Pharmacy Ayurveda) with the duration of exam is 3 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of question | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Physics | 50 | 100 |
| B | Chemistry | 50 | 100 |
| C | Mathematics/Biology | 50 | 100 |
| __ | Total | 150 | 300 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for BBA with the duration of the exam is 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of question | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability | 25 | 25 |
| B | Logical Ability & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| C | English | 25 | 25 |
| D | General Knowledge and Business awareness | 25 | 25 |
| ____ | Total | 100 | 100 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for BCA with the duration of the exam is 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of question | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Section A- English | 25 | 25 |
| B | Section B- Logical Ability & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| C | Computer Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| D | Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| __ | Total | 100 | 100 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for BHMCT/ B.Sc. (HM & CT) with the duration of the exam is 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General English | 25 | 25 |
| B | General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| C | Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| D | Data Interpretation | 25 | 25 |
| ___ | Total | 100 | 100 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for M.Tech with the duration of 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Aptitude test | 15 | 30 |
| B* | Civil Engg. /Electrical Engg./Electronics & Comm. Engg./Computer Science &Engg./ Mechanical Engg | 60 | 120 |
| C | Engg. Mathematics | 25 | 50 |
| __ | Total | 100 | 200 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for M.Pharm with the duration of 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Aptitude test | 15 | 30 |
| B | Pharmaceutical Sciences | 60 | 120 |
| C | Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | 25 | 50 |
| ____ | Total | 100 | 200 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for MCA, MBA/ {MBA T&HM) with the duration of 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of question | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Verbal Ability | 25 | 50 |
| B | Quantitative Ability | 25 | 50 |
| C | Data Interpretation and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge and Computer Awareness | 25 | 50 |
HPCET 2024 Exam Paper Pattern for M. Sc. Physics with the duration of 2 Hrs
| Section | Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Mathematical methods, classical Mechanics, General Properties of matter | 25 | 25 |
| B | Optics, Electricity, and magnetism | 25 | 25 |
| C | Modern Physics, Nuclear and Particle Physics | 25 | 25 |
| D | Atomic and Molecular, Kinetic Theory of Gases and Thermodynamics, Solid State Physics and Electronics | 25 | 25 |
| ___ | Total | 100 | 100 |
HPCET 2024 Reservations
| Categories | No. of seats |
|---|---|
| General | 45% |
| Scheduled Castes | 22% |
| Scheduled Tribes | 5% |
| Other Backward Classes | 18% |
| EWS for General Category | 10% |
| Defence/Ward of Ex-servicemen | 15% |
| Freedom Fighters | 2% |
| Physically Challenged | 5% |
| IRDP/BPL/Antodya/Orphans (only for SC, ST & OBC Categories) | 7% |
| Sports | 2% |
| (RBA) Rural Backward Area | 4% |
HPCET 2024 Exam Centre
| Examination center | Code | Examination center | Code | Examination center | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilaspur | 1 | Mandi | 7 | Paonta Sahib | 13 |
| Chamba | 2 | Shimla | 8 | Nalagarh | 14 |
| Dharamshala | 3 | Nahan | 9 | Chandigarh | 15 |
| Hamirpur | 4 | Solan | 10 | Jammu | 16 |
| Kullu | 5 | Una | 11 | Kala Amb | 17 |
| Nurpur | 6 | Palampur | 12 | __ | __ |
HPCET 2024 Documents Required for Counselling
- Candidates who have obtained minimum cut of marks in National level test-2024 qualifying Examination are required to pay non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 1550/- for candidates of the General category and Rs. 1400/- for candidates of SC/ST/BPL/EWS Categories before submission of the application online
- The candidate must produce the following documents, in original, along-with one set of photocopies duly attested at the time of admission in the College
1. Certificate of having passed the qualifying examination.
2. Marks-sheet issued by the Board/University.
3. Matriculation/Higher Secondary Part-I/Indian School Certificates showing the date of birth.
4. National Level Entrance Examination/HPCET-2014 Score Card.
5. Character Certificate from the Head of Institution last attended.
6. Bonafide/domicile Certificate issued by the concerned Sub-Divisional Magistrate Executive Magistrate, if applicable.
7. Reserved Category Certificate issued by the Competent Authority, if applicable.
8. Physically Challenged Certificate issued by the Competent Authority, if applicable.
9. Income Certificate issued by the Competent Authority, if applied under Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme.
10. An undertaking/affidavit attested by the Executive Magistrate if applied under Beti Hai Anmol Scheme.
11. Kashmiri Migrants and domicile certificate issued by Competent Authority, if applied under Supernumerary Kashmiri Migrant Quota.
12. In case an intervening period/gap is involved, a certificate/affidavit issued by a Class- Gazetted Officer/Notary Public shall be required for the entire intervening period/gap showing candidate’s preoccupation after leaving the Institution last attended.
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FAQs……..???
How do I apply for HPCET Exam?
Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) has released the HPCET 2024 application form is available on the official HIMTU site. Candidates can fill and submit the HPCET application form 2024.
How is percentage calculated in HPTU?
By adding the marks together of all the semesters/years gained, divide the sum by the total maximum marks of all the semesters/years, and multiply the result by 100.
When will the counselling at HPTU start?
HPTU counselling starts in August or September
What is the eligibility for B.Tech in HPTU?
Passed 10+2 examination with Physics/ Mathematics /Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/ Information Technology/ Biology/Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/Entrepreneurship.(Any of the three) Obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together. Or Passed diploma (in Engineering and Technology) with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category) subject to vacancies in the First Year, in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.