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ANU PGCET 2025: Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Admit Card, Preparation

Updated on 23rd December, 2024 by Anapally Rajesh

About ANU PGCET 2025

ANU PGCET: Acharya Nagarjuna University will start the ANU PGCET 2025 application process in April on its official website at anu.ac.in. Candidates should check ANU PGCET eligibility criteria before they start the application process. To avoid any late fees, candidates should complete the ANU PGCET registration process before the deadline 

The Acharya Nagarjuna University will conduct the ANU PGCET entrance exam in offline mode. The admit card of ANU PGCET exam will be issued for the candidates who filled the application form in May 2025. Candidates can use their login credentials to download the ANU PGCET 2025 admit card. The Acharya Nagarjuna University will announce the ANU PGCET result in July 2025 . Those who qualify for the exam will be invited for the  ANU PGCET counselling process based on the marks they have secured. 

What is the ANU PGCET 2025 Exam?

ANU PGCET exam, also known as the Acharya Nagarjuna University Post Graduate Common Entrance Test, is a competitive exam conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University.  Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur will accept applications for admission into various PG courses in the Self Support Category seats through ANU PGCET 2025. The courses include M.A., M.Com., M.Sc., MA (JMC), MPA, M.Li.Sc., M.Ed., M.P.Ed., and more. Interested candidates can apply for these programmes by submitting their applications through ANU PGCET.   

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ANU PGCET 2025 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Acharya Nagarjuna University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test
Short Exam Name
ANU PGCET
Conducting Body
Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur
Exam Level
University Level Exam
Languages
English
Participating Colleges
1
Exam Duration
1 Hour 30 Minutes

Before applying for the ANU PGCET entrance exam, candidates should check the eligibility criteria to understand the minimum requirements of the exam. The ANU PGCET eligibility criteria 2025 include factors such as age limit and educational qualifications. By meeting the eligibility criteria of ANU PGCET, candidates can ensure they are eligible to apply for the exam and have a better chance of success. It is important for applicants to carefully review and fulfil all ANU PGCET 2025 eligibility requirements before submitting their application.

ANU PGCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Test Name

Name of the course

Eligibility

Physical Science

M.Sc. Physics

Passed B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics as main subjects along with any other Physical Science subject

M.Sc. Electronics & Instrument Technology

Passed B.Sc. examination with at least second class with Mathematics, Physics and any one of the following subjects Electronics/ Instrumentation, Computer Science, Chemistry (or) Post graduates diploma holders to instrumentation of Nagarjuna University or any University recognized as equivalent thereto by the Nagarjuna University. 

Life Sciences

M.Sc. Aquaculture 

Passed B.Sc., With Zoology / Fisheries / Fishery Science / Aquaculture / Industrial Fish and Fisheries / Any of the Life sciences as one of the subjects

M.Sc. Biochemistry 

Passed B.Sc./B.Sc (Voc) degree with Biochemistry /Chemistry/ as one main subject along with any of the two subject from Microbiology/Biotechnology/Botany/Zoology/ Food Science and Quality control/ Human genetics/ Environmental Science /Home Science/Nutrition & Dietetics /Medical Lab Technology/Public Health/Nursing/Fisheries/Veterinary Science, Bachelor's Degree in Medicine/Pharmaceutical Sciences and B.Tech in Biotechnology

M.Sc. Biotechnology

Passed B.Sc./B.Sc.(Vocational) degree with Biotechnology/Chemistry as one main subject along with any of the two subjects from Microbiology / Biochemistry/ Botany / Zoology/Agricultural Sciences / Nutrition/Food Science & Quality Control/Environmental Sciences/Human Genetics/Fisheries/Mathematics (or) B.Sc. in Farm Science/Veterinary Science (or) Bachelor's degree in Medicine/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Agriculture/Fishery (or) B.E/B.Tech. in Biotechnology 

M.Sc. Nanobiotechnology

Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Physical / Biological Sciences / B.Sc. in Farm Science / B.Sc. Ag. / B.V.Sc., / Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine or Pharmaceutical Sciences / B.E / B.Tech

M.Sc. Botany

Passed B.Sc. with Botany as one of the subject along with any other two science subjects including vocational subjects 

M.Sc. Environmental Science

Any B.Sc./B.E.M./B.Sc. (Ag)/ B.Sc.(Vocational)

M.Sc. Food & Nutritional Sciences

Passed B.Sc. Home Science/General B.Sc. with Nutrition as one of the compulsory subjects/B.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics/ B.Sc. Food Science and Quality Control/ B.Sc. Applied Nutrition. B.Sc. Rural Home Science/ BHSC (4 Years)/ B.Tech. Food Technology (Graduation from Life Science, Biological Sciences & Para Medical Sciences)

M.Sc. Microbiology

Passed B.Sc./B.Sc. (Vocational) with Microbiology as one of the subjects along with any other two subjects of the following Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Human Genetics, Environmental Sciences, Home Science, Dairy Sciences, Fisheries, App. Nutrition, Nutrition & Dietetics, Biotechnology, Medical Lab Technology, Public Health, Nursing, Plant Protection, Agriculture and Horticulture, Forestry, Food Science and Quality Control

M.Sc. Zoology 

Passed B.Sc. with Zoology as one of the subjects along with any other two science subjects including vocational subjects (or) B.Sc. Fishery Science/ Aquaculture/ Industrial Fish and Fisheries 

M.Sc. Computational Data Science

Passed mathematics as main subjects along with any two of the following subjects Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Electronics, Computer Science or B.Tech, CSE/ IT/ Electronics. 

M.Sc. Solid Waste Management & Pollution Control (Energy, Water, Oil & Gas) 

Any Graduate with B.Sc. or B.Tech in any Discipline with 50% marks from any Universities. 

M.Sc. Forestry

Any graduate with Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Animal Husbandry, Microbiology and Forestry subjects as major are eligible. 

Chemical Sciences

M.Sc. Chemistry (Analytical, Inorganic & Organic)

Passed B. Sc vocational with Chemistry /Applied Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry as one of the subject along with any two other Sciences Subjects 

Geology

M.Sc. Geology

Passed B.Sc. with Geology as one of the main subjects along with any two Science subjects/ B.Tech. Civil Engineering

Mathematical Sciences

M.Sc. Mathematics

Passed B.A./B.Sc. with Mathematics as one of the three equal subjects or as main subject 

Statistics 

M.Sc. Statistics

Passed B.A/ B.Sc. with mathematics and Statistics as two of the three subjects. 

Commerce

M.Com.

Passed B.Com. With any specialisation (or) B.A. with Accountancy under Part II (or) B.Com. Computers/ Computer Applications (or) B.Com. Company Secretary ship (or) B.Com. (Honors) (or) B.Com. (Restructured Courses)

Education

M.Ed. 

Passed B.Ed. (General)/T.P.T/H.P.T. (Telugu/Hindi Language Pandits)/ B.Ed. (Special Education)/ B.EI.Ed./ M.A. (Education)/ D.EI.Ed. with an undergraduate degree. (with 50% marks in each)

Social Sciences

M.A. Ancient History & Archaeology

Passed any graduate degree by any UGC recognised University.

M.A. Economics 

Passed B.A./B.Sc. with Economics

M.A. History 

Passed any graduate degree by any UGC recognised University.

M.A. Journalism and Mass of Comm. 

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University. 

M.A. Mahayana Buddhist Studies 

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University. 

M.A. Political Science

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University. 

M.A. Public Administration

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University.

M.A. Rural Development

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University.

M.A. Sociology

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University. 

Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University.

M.L.I.Sc.

Passed any graduate degree recognized by any Government University.

MPA Dance (Classical, Kuchipudi, Bhartanatyam)

Bachelor's Degree in Dance (Kuchipudi/Bharatanatyam) (Or) Any degree with a Certificate or Diploma (Kuchipudi/Bharatanatyam) (or) 5 years of intense training in Dance (Kuchip

M.A. Music (Vocal)

BA with Music(Karnatic) or Any Bachelor's Degree with Diploma/ Certificate in Music or any certificate in Music are any 5 years of learning under a reputed Guru are any Institute / AIR grading (Testimonial should be submitted)

Master of Performing Arts (Theatre Arts) 

Any degree qualifying exam pass with 50% aggregate marks in Bachelors Degree (any discipline of subject Qualifying APPGCET)with participation Certificate in Theatre/Drama performance at degree level 

M.A. (Film & TV)

Any degree qualifying exam pass with 50% aggregate marks in Bachelors Degree (any discipline of subject Qualifying APPGCET)

M.Sc. Yoga for Human Excellence (2 Years)

Passed any Degree 

Hindi

M.A. Hindi

Passed any graduate degree (Non Professional) with Hindi in Part-I or Part-II (or) with an Oriental title Examination of B.A. Standard approved by the Government of India or an State Government, Like 'Praveena,' "Madhyama" 'Visharadha' , 'Basha Praveena' , 'Vidwan' and Sahitya ratna. 

Urdu

MA Urdu 

Passed any graduate degree with Urdu in Part I or Part II

English

M.A. English

Passed any graduate degree (Non Professional) with English in Part I or Part II.

M.A. Applied Linguistics & Translation Studies

Pass in any graduate degree with English in Part I or Part II from any University B.A/B.Com/B.Sc/B.Tech/B.Arch. 

Psychology

Psychology

B.A./B.Sc., (Psychology) [or] B.Sc., Nursing /BHMS, Bachelor in Physiotherapy (or) Graduates of Medicine (or Any graduate recognized by Govt. University

Sanskrit

M.A. Sanskrit

Passed B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. with Sanskrit in Part I or Part II (or) Vidya Praveena with P.O.L. (or) Bhasha Praveena with P.O.L. (or) B.A. (OL) with Sanskrit (or) Senior P.G.Diploma in Sanskrit or M.A. Telugu with Sanskrit paper for 100 marks.

Telugu

M.A. Telugu

Passed any graduate degree (Non Professional) with Telugu in Part I or Part II. (OR) B.A.(OL) or Bhasha praveena with Part I Telugu of B.A. or B.Com. or Bhasha Praveena with P.O.L. 

Physical Education

M.P.Ed.

Passed B.P.Ed from any recognized University

Acharya Nagarjuna University will release the ANU PGCET 2025 application form in April on its official website. Aspirants who are interested in taking the admission to PG courses offered by the ANU should fill and submit the application form of ANU PGCET before the deadline by visiting the official website. To apply for the entrance test, candidates will be required to first register online and then fill out the ANU PGCET application form. Aspirants have to fill all the details in application form of ANU PCET such as personal, academic and contact details. 

Steps to fill ANU PGCET Application Form

Step 1: Registration 

  • Visit the official website of ANU PGCET and register yourself as a new user. 

  • Candidates will need to provide basic details such as their name, email id, contact number, etc. 

  • Once you have successfully registered, you will receive a unique login ID and password.

Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form

  • After logging in with your credentials, aspirants will find the application form on the dashboard. 

  • Fill out the ANU PGCET form carefully, providing accurate information such as personal details, academic qualifications, and the course you wish to apply for. 

  • Double-check all the information before submitting the ANU PGCET application form.

Step 3: Upload Documents

  • Next, candidates will be required to upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant documents as per the specifications mentioned in the guidelines.

  • Make sure the documents are clear and legible to avoid any discrepancies.

Step 4: Pay the Application Fee

  • Once you have filled out the ANU PGCET 2025 application form and uploaded the necessary documents, proceed to the payment section. 

  • Pay the ANU PGCET application fee through the available online payment modes. 

  • Keep a copy of the payment receipt for future reference.

Step 5: Submit the Application Form

  • After completing all the above steps, review the entire ANU PGCET application form to ensure that all details are accurate. 

Step 6: Download and Print the Application Form

  • After submitting the application form of ANU PGCET, download and take a printout of the form for your records. 

  • The printed copy of the ANU PGCET 2025 application form will be required during the counselling process, so make sure to keep it safe.

ANU PGCET  Application Fee 2025

The application fee for  ANU PGCET 2025 will depend on the category of the applicant. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid in online mode only.

Category

ANU PGCET 2025 Application Fees

General Category

Rs. 850

BC Category

Rs.  750

SC/ST Category

Rs.  650

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Aspirants appearing for the ANU PGCET 2025 exam should familiarise themselves with the exam pattern. The ANU PGCET 2025 exam pattern consists of important details such as total marks, number of questions, type of questions, duration of exam, marking scheme and many more. So, aspiring candidates should understand the exam pattern of ANU PGCET to get more marks in the exam.

ANU PGCET 2025 Exam Pattern

Mode of Examination

Pen and Paper i.e, Offline mode

Question Type

Objective Multiple Choice Questions

Number of Questions

100

Maximum Marks

100

Duration of Exam

90 Minutes

Marking Scheme

1 mark will be given for each correct answer. There will be no negative marking.

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Acharya Nagarjuna University will issue the ANU PGCET 2025 hall ticket in June in online mode. Candidates who have applied for the ANU PGCET exam can visit the official website and download the hall ticket by using their login credentials.  The ANU PGCET hall ticket will contain details such as the candidate's name, registration ID, date of birth, category, photograph, signature, exam schedule, exam time, and instructions for the exam.

Steps to Download ANU PGCET 2025 Admit Card

  • Go to the official website of ANU PGCET.

  • Look for the "Hall Ticket Download" tab and click on it.

  • Enter your payment reference ID and application number in the provided fields.

  • Double check the details entered and click on the "Download Hall Ticket" tab.

  • Your ANU PGCET 2025 admit card will be displayed on the screen.

  • Download and print two to three copies of the admit card.

  • Keep the admit card in a safe place for future use.

Details Mentioned on ANU PGCET Admit Card

  • Roll number of candidate

  • Registration number of candidate

  • Candidate’s name

  • Candidate’s photograph

  • Father’s Name

  • Exam venue

  • Category of the candidate (as mentioned in the Application form)

  • Date and time of the ANU PGCET 2025 entrance exam

  • Reporting time at the ANU PGCET 2025 Exam Centre

  • List of documents to be carried on the exam day

Acharya Nagarjuna University will release the ANU PGCET 2025 answer key in online mode. The ANU PGCET answer key contains details like questions asked in the exam, as well as marks allotted for each question. By using the answer key of ANU PGCET, aspirants can compare their responses with the correct ones and see how well they wrote the exam. Additionally, the answer key of ANU PGCET  will give them an idea of the type of questions asked and the level of difficulty of the exam. 

The university will declare the ANU PGCET results on its official website. Candidates who have appeared for the exam can check the results of ANU PGCET by using their login credentials.  The ANU PGCET results 2025 will include details such as the name of the candidate, roll number, category rank and overall merit rank. The ANU PGCET merit list will be prepared based on the results.

Steps to check ANU PGCET Results

  • Visit the official website of ANU PGCET.

  • Click on the "Download Rank Card" link.

  • Enter hall ticket number and either date of birth.

  • Press the submit button.

  • Download the ANU PGCET rank card..

  • Take a printout of ANU PGCET result for future reference.

The Acharya Nagarjuna University will publish the ANU PGCET cutoff list along with the merit list on its official website. The merit list of ANU PGCET will be based on the results of the entrance exam and will include the names and rankings of the successful applicants. Individuals whose names appear on the ANU PGCET merit list will be eligible to access the PG courses.

The university will invite the shortlisted candidates in the ANU PGCET merit list for the counselling. The ANU PGCET counselling will be held in August 2025. During the counselling, candidates must bring their documents for verification and pay the necessary fee. Failure to attend the ANU PGCET counselling session in 2025 will result in disqualification from the admission process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can I register for the ANU PGCET examination?

Candidates can register for the ANU PGCET 2025 exam by filling out the online application form available on the university's official website. Make sure to complete the ANU PGCET registration process before the deadline.

2. What is the exam pattern of ANU PGCET?

The ANU PGCET 2025 exam typically consists of multiple-choice questions covering topics relevant to the chosen course.

3. When is the ANU PGCET exam conducted?

The Acharya Nagarjuna University will conduct the ANU PGCET 2025 exam in June.

4. When will the ANU PGCET 2025 application start?

The application process for ANU PGCET will be  started in April in online mode. Candidates can visit the official website to fill and submit the ANU PGCET registration form before the deadline.

5. Who can apply for the ANU PGCET entrance exam?

Graduates from any recognised university are eligible to apply for the ANU PGCET 2025 exam. However, candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria set by the university for the course they wish to apply for.

6. What is the ANU PGCET 2025 exam?

The ANU PGCET examination is conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University for admission into various postgraduate courses offered by the university.

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