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PU CET PG 2025: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Pattern Syllabus, Result

Updated on 08th November, 2024 by Team Careers360

About PU CET PG 2025

PU CET PG 2025 - The Panjab University, Chandigarh will release the PU CET PG application form 2025 in April. Students can submit the PU CET PG 2025 application form before the deadline by visiting the official website - cetpg.puchd.ac.in. The PG exam PU 2025 will be held tentatively in the second week of June. Candidates who registered for the CET PG 2025 can download the admit card for the PU entrance exam by using their login credentials. The PU CET PG admit card 2025 contains details related to the candidate, exam date, exam centre and timings and more. 

The PU Chandigarh offers admissions for UG and PG programmes based on the entrance exams. The university will declare the PU CET PG result 2025 in July. The PU CET PG 2025 result will be announced in the form of a scorecard. After the declaration of result, the university will begin the counselling process based on the PU CET PG merit list 2025. Qualified candidates are required to attend the PUCET PG counselling 2024 in offline mode, by visiting the university campus. 

Candidates must check the syllabus as well as PU exam pattern 2025, as a part of their preparation for the PU CET PG 2025. Candidates who will qualify in the PU CET PG 2025 will be offered admission to M.Sc. (Hons.) and M.Pharma programmes at the university and other 188 participating colleges. Candidates can also take an additional subject Biology/Mathematics along with the combinations of PCB or PCM. Aspirants are advised to go through the entire article to learn more about the PUCET PG entrance exam. 

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PU CET PG 2025 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Panjab University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test
Short Exam Name
PU CET PG
Conducting Body
Panjab University Chandigarh
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
University Level Exam
Languages
English
Mode Of Application
online
Application Fee
Online : 2520
Mode Of Exam
offline
Mode Of Counselling
offline
Participating Colleges
4
Exam Duration
1 Hour 30 Minutes

Aspirants are advised to go through the PU CET PG 2025 eligibility criteria before applying for admissions. Students can know the minimum requirements before applying for admissions in the Panjab University, Chandigarh. The PU CET eligibility criteria 2025 might vary depending on the programme or subject opted by the candidate. Students applying for PU CET PG 2025 are required to have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks from any recognised university.

M.E/M.Tech

PU CET ME & M.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2024

Name of the Programme

        

Eligibility Criteria             

        

Marks             

        

M.E Chemical             

        

  • B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year) or Five Year Integrated B.E.(Chemical)
  • Candidate would be offered admission on the basis of their rank in the merit list  of PU -CET (PG) 
  • It is not mandatory for candidates who have appeared in the GATE 2020 exam to appear in the entrance exam. However, the merit list will be prepared on the basis of the  GATE score of the candidate.

  • MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or minimum  60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying examination i.e. B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year)        

  • Five Year Integrated B.E. (Chemical)

  • MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate.                 

M.E Food Technology             

        

            

  • B.E., B.Tech. degree in Food Technology

  • Dairy Technology

  • Agricultural Engineering

  • Food Engineering 

  • Chemical Engineering Chemical Technology (4-Year)

  • On the basis of the merit list of PU CET ME

  • GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from appearing for the entrance test 

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam , their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.        

  • Five Year Integrated B.E.(Chemical) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate with a CGPA of 6.00

  • Minimum 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded)

M.Tech (Polymer)

        

  • B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year)         



  • Five Year B.E.(Chemical) with MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or minimum 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying examination, i.e. B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year) 

  • Five Year Integrated B.E. (Chemical) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate.

M.E. Electrical Engg. (Instrumentation &         Control) (Regular Programme)

        

            

  • B.E. or B. Tech or equivalent in Instrumentation and Control/ Electronics/Electrical Engineering

  • Performance of the candidate in the entrance exam and interview.

Sixty per cent marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognised by Panjab University as equivalent thereto.

M.E. (Electronics and Communication Engineering)

        

  • B.E. or B. Tech or equivalent in Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering,  Electronics and Telecom Engineering

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam

  • Candidates who are exempted from the GATE exam, their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.

Minimum 60% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognized by Panjab University as equivalent.

M. E. (Computer Science & Engineering)

        

  • B.E. or B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/Information Technology 

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam, their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.     

Minimum 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognised by Panjab University as equivalent.

    

M.E. Civil Engineering (Construction Technology     & Management

        

  • A Bachelor‘s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or its equivalent.

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam.

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam , their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.

CGPA of 6.75 of 60% marks in aggregate.     

        

M.E. Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Technology)

        

  • A Bachelor‘ Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering,  Automobile engineering, Manufacturing Technology from a recognised university or its equivalent

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam , their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam.

Minimum CGPA of 6.75 or 60% marks in aggregate

M.E. Electrical Engineering (Power System)

        

  • Candidates who have completed B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering 

  • GATE Qualified candidates will have an edge 

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant.

Candidates should score at least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university which is accorded recognition by Panjab University.

M. Tech. Material Science & Technology

        

  • M.Sc. (Physics), M.Sc. (Chemistry), B.E. / B.Tech. Material Science/ Mechanical/Electrical/Electrical and electronics/Civil/Production/Chemical

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates  

Candidates should score at least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university which is accorded recognition by Panjab University.

M.E. Biotechnology

        

  • B.E. Biotechnology Engineering

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference


At least 60% marks in the aforesaid subject.

  

M.E. (Computer Science & Engineering)

        

B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering.

At least 60% marks in B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering.

M.E. (Electronics and Communication         Engineering)

        

  • B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent in Electronics / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

        

At least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other recognised university that is recognised by Panjab University.

M.E. (Information Technology)

        

  • B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent degree

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

At least 60% marks in aggregate in Information Technology / Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electrical & Electronics 20 Engineering / Computer Science & Electronics Engineering / Software Engineering from P.U. or any recognised University.

M.E. (Mechanical Engineering)

        

  • B.E./ B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering / Welding Technology / CAD / CAM 

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

At least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other University recognized by Panjab University as equivalent.

M.Tech. (Microelectronics)

        

  • B.E. / B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Computer Science and Engineering / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics / Microelectronics / Electronics & Electrical Communications / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Communication / Information Technology / Instrumentation Engineering/ M.Sc. Applied Physics / M.Sc. Physics with specialization in Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics (as approved by AICTE    

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference

A minimum score of at least 60% in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognised by Panjab as equivalent thereto.


M.A.

Before applying for admission, candidates should check the PU CET MA 2024 eligibility criteria set by the Panjab University. The PU CET MA English eligibility criteria 2024 specifies the prerequisite marks which the candidate must secure at the graduation level to be eligible for admission. The PU CET MA English 2024 eligibility criteria also consists of the list of streams and degrees which the candidates must possess to be eligible to appear for the entrance exam.  

PU CET 2024 MA English Eligibility Criteria

            

S.No

        
            

 Stream/Degree/ Subjects    

        
            

Percentage of Marks             

        
            

1.             

        
            

Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks in aggregate.   

            

50%     

            

2.             

        
            

Bachelor’s Degree with  English Elective or English compulsory.

            

45% marks in English Elective or English Compulsory             

        
            

3.             

        
            

B.A/B.Sc with (Hons) in any subject other than English               

            

50% marks in aggregate             

        
            

4.             

        
            

Masters Degree in any other subject   

            

50%. The pass percentage with regard to the entrance test in English  has been increased to 35 % (30%  if the candidate belongs to the reserved category)             

        



L.L.M

The PU CET 2024 eligibility criteria of LLM include the academic qualification and marks that the candidates will have to meet so that they can appear for the test.   

            

 Qualifying  Degree             

        
            

Marks             

        
 
  • LL.B. Three Year Degree

  • B.A. LL.B.

  • B.Com. LL.B.  

  • 5 Year degree examination of Panjab     University        

            
  • Minimum 55% marks for candidates belonging to general category
  • Minimum 50% marks for candidates who are SC, ST, BC, PwD.
            

An equivalent exam of any other university which is accorded recognition by Panjab University.


M.A. Mass Communication

According to the PU CET MA mass communication 2024 eligibility criteria, candidates will have to meet the requisite parameters so that they can appear for the PUCET PG 2024 entrance test. The degree and minimum marks which the candidates need to score is given in the table that is given below. 

PU CET MA Mass Communication Eligibility Criteria 2024                                                                              

            

S.No             

        
            

Name of the Degree/Exam

            

Minimum marks             

        
            

1.             

        
            

Bachelors degree with at least 45% marks in journalism and mass communication      

        
            

45%

        
            

2.             

        
            

Bachelors degree in any discipline             

            

50% marks in aggregate             

        
            

3.             

        
            

Graduation with Hons in Journalism and Mass Communication             

        
            

-

        
            

4.             

        
            

Post Graduation degree in any other subject             

        
            

-

        

M.C.A.

PU CET MCA 2024 eligibility criteria mentions the marks which the candidate need to score so that they can appear for the entrance exam. 

PU CET MCA Eligibility Criteria 2024                                                                                                    

            

Qualifying Degree             

        
            

Minimum Marks             

        
            

B.C.A

        
            

50% marks             

        
            

A recognised degree in any stream of three years duration, mathematics at 10+2 level or at graduation level.

            

50% marks             

        


M.E/M.Tech

PU CET ME & M.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2024

Name of the Programme

        

Eligibility Criteria             

        

Marks             

        

M.E Chemical             

        

  • B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year) or Five Year Integrated B.E.(Chemical)
  • Candidate would be offered admission on the basis of their rank in the merit list  of PU -CET (PG) 
  • It is not mandatory for candidates who have appeared in the GATE 2020 exam to appear in the entrance exam. However, the merit list will be prepared on the basis of the  GATE score of the candidate.

  • MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or minimum  60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying examination i.e. B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year)        

  • Five Year Integrated B.E. (Chemical)

  • MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate.                 

M.E Food Technology             

        

            

  • B.E., B.Tech. degree in Food Technology

  • Dairy Technology

  • Agricultural Engineering

  • Food Engineering 

  • Chemical Engineering Chemical Technology (4-Year)

  • On the basis of the merit list of PU CET ME

  • GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from appearing for the entrance test 

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam , their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.        

  • Five Year Integrated B.E.(Chemical) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate with a CGPA of 6.00

  • Minimum 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded)

M.Tech (Polymer)

        

  • B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year)         



  • Five Year B.E.(Chemical) with MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or minimum 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying examination, i.e. B.E./B.Tech. (Chemical) (4-Year) 

  • Five Year Integrated B.E. (Chemical) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate.

M.E. Electrical Engg. (Instrumentation &         Control) (Regular Programme)

        

            

  • B.E. or B. Tech or equivalent in Instrumentation and Control/ Electronics/Electrical Engineering

  • Performance of the candidate in the entrance exam and interview.

Sixty per cent marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognised by Panjab University as equivalent thereto.

M.E. (Electronics and Communication Engineering)

        

  • B.E. or B. Tech or equivalent in Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering,  Electronics and Telecom Engineering

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam

  • Candidates who are exempted from the GATE exam, their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.

Minimum 60% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognized by Panjab University as equivalent.

M. E. (Computer Science & Engineering)

        

  • B.E. or B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering/Information Technology 

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam, their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.     

Minimum 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognised by Panjab University as equivalent.

    

M.E. Civil Engineering (Construction Technology     & Management

        

  • A Bachelor‘s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or its equivalent.

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam.

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam , their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score.

CGPA of 6.75 of 60% marks in aggregate.     

        

M.E. Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Technology)

        

  • A Bachelor‘ Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering,  Automobile engineering, Manufacturing Technology from a recognised university or its equivalent

  • Candidates exempted from the GATE exam , their merit list will be prepared on the basis of their GATE score

  • It is not mandatory for GATE qualified candidates to appear in the exam.

Minimum CGPA of 6.75 or 60% marks in aggregate

M.E. Electrical Engineering (Power System)

        

  • Candidates who have completed B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering 

  • GATE Qualified candidates will have an edge 

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant.

Candidates should score at least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university which is accorded recognition by Panjab University.

M. Tech. Material Science & Technology

        

  • M.Sc. (Physics), M.Sc. (Chemistry), B.E. / B.Tech. Material Science/ Mechanical/Electrical/Electrical and electronics/Civil/Production/Chemical

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates  

Candidates should score at least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university which is accorded recognition by Panjab University.

M.E. Biotechnology

        

  • B.E. Biotechnology Engineering

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference


At least 60% marks in the aforesaid subject.

  

M.E. (Computer Science & Engineering)

        

B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering.

At least 60% marks in B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science and Engineering.

M.E. (Electronics and Communication         Engineering)

        

  • B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent in Electronics / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

        

At least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other recognised university that is recognised by Panjab University.

M.E. (Information Technology)

        

  • B.E. or B.Tech. or equivalent degree

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

At least 60% marks in aggregate in Information Technology / Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electrical & Electronics 20 Engineering / Computer Science & Electronics Engineering / Software Engineering from P.U. or any recognised University.

M.E. (Mechanical Engineering)

        

  • B.E./ B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering / Welding Technology / CAD / CAM 

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference.

At least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other University recognized by Panjab University as equivalent.

M.Tech. (Microelectronics)

        

  • B.E. / B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Computer Science and Engineering / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics / Microelectronics / Electronics & Electrical Communications / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Communication / Information Technology / Instrumentation Engineering/ M.Sc. Applied Physics / M.Sc. Physics with specialization in Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics (as approved by AICTE    

  • Candidates appearing in the entrance exam will be offered admission only if seats are left vacant after seats are filled by GATE qualified candidates 

  • GATE qualified candidates will be given preference

A minimum score of at least 60% in aggregate from Panjab University or any other university recognised by Panjab as equivalent thereto.


M.A.

Before applying for admission, candidates should check the PU CET MA 2024 eligibility criteria set by the Panjab University. The PU CET MA English eligibility criteria 2024 specifies the prerequisite marks which the candidate must secure at the graduation level to be eligible for admission. The PU CET MA English 2024 eligibility criteria also consists of the list of streams and degrees which the candidates must possess to be eligible to appear for the entrance exam.  

PU CET 2024 MA English Eligibility Criteria

            

S.No

        
            

 Stream/Degree/ Subjects    

        
            

Percentage of Marks             

        
            

1.             

        
            

Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks in aggregate.   

            

50%     

            

2.             

        
            

Bachelor’s Degree with  English Elective or English compulsory.

            

45% marks in English Elective or English Compulsory             

        
            

3.             

        
            

B.A/B.Sc with (Hons) in any subject other than English               

            

50% marks in aggregate             

        
            

4.             

        
            

Masters Degree in any other subject   

            

50%. The pass percentage with regard to the entrance test in English  has been increased to 35 % (30%  if the candidate belongs to the reserved category)             

        



L.L.M

The PU CET 2024 eligibility criteria of LLM include the academic qualification and marks that the candidates will have to meet so that they can appear for the test.   

            

 Qualifying  Degree             

        
            

Marks             

        
 
  • LL.B. Three Year Degree

  • B.A. LL.B.

  • B.Com. LL.B.  

  • 5 Year degree examination of Panjab     University        

            
  • Minimum 55% marks for candidates belonging to general category
  • Minimum 50% marks for candidates who are SC, ST, BC, PwD.
            

An equivalent exam of any other university which is accorded recognition by Panjab University.


M.A. Mass Communication

According to the PU CET MA mass communication 2024 eligibility criteria, candidates will have to meet the requisite parameters so that they can appear for the PUCET PG 2024 entrance test. The degree and minimum marks which the candidates need to score is given in the table that is given below. 

PU CET MA Mass Communication Eligibility Criteria 2024                                                                              

            

S.No             

        
            

Name of the Degree/Exam

            

Minimum marks             

        
            

1.             

        
            

Bachelors degree with at least 45% marks in journalism and mass communication      

        
            

45%

        
            

2.             

        
            

Bachelors degree in any discipline             

            

50% marks in aggregate             

        
            

3.             

        
            

Graduation with Hons in Journalism and Mass Communication             

        
            

-

        
            

4.             

        
            

Post Graduation degree in any other subject             

        
            

-

        

M.C.A.

PU CET MCA 2024 eligibility criteria mentions the marks which the candidate need to score so that they can appear for the entrance exam. 

PU CET MCA Eligibility Criteria 2024                                                                                                    

            

Qualifying Degree             

        
            

Minimum Marks             

        
            

B.C.A

        
            

50% marks             

        
            

A recognised degree in any stream of three years duration, mathematics at 10+2 level or at graduation level.

            

50% marks             

        


The PU CET PG application form 2025 will be released at cetpg.puchd.ac.in in April. Students can register for the PU CET PG 2025 till the deadline. The complete process of filling and submitting the PU CET PG application form 2025 will be in online mode. Candidates have to fill their PU CET PG application form 2025 with their personal and academic details. They also need to upload the scanned copy of the necessary documents in the prescribed size and format. After filling up the application form, candidates have to remit the application fee of PU examination form 2025 in either online mode or offline mode.

Things to keep ready before filling the PU CET PG Application Form  2025

    • Email address 

    • Mobile Number 

    • Net Banking details 

    • Scanned image of the candidate 

    • Scanned image of the signature of the candidate

How to Fill PU CET PG 2025 Application Form

Follow the steps given below to fill the PU CET PG application form 2025 in online mode:

  • Go to the official website of Panjab University.
  • Then, register yourself by clicking on the 'New User? Register here' tab.
  • Fill in the required details and click on the 'Submit' tab.
  • Next, log in using the provided login credentials.
  • Now, fill in the necessary details in the PUCET 2025 application form.
  • Click on the 'Submit and Pay' button. 
  • Remit the application fee of PU CET PG 2025 through Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking.
  • Printout multiple copies of PUCET 2025 application form for future references.  

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Documents Required at Exam PU CET PG 2025

M.E/M.Tech 2025

  • Admit Card
  • Any Government Recognised Photo identity proof
  • Admit Card
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M.E/M.Tech

The exam pattern of PU CET PG 2024 mentions the type of the questions that will be asked in the entrance exam, the total number of questions that will be asked and the total marks. 

    • Duration: 1:30 hours

    • Total Number of questions: 75

    • Type of questions: Multiple Choice Questions

    • Total Marks: 75 marks 

M.A.

Candidates preparing for the entrance exam must check the PU CET PG MA 2024 exam pattern. By using PU CET PG MA exam pattern, candidates can get familiar with the structure and format of the PUCET PG entrance exam.  Candidates will find various important details about the entrance exam in PU CET PG MA English exam pattern such as the total number of questions asked in the entrance test, total marks, marking scheme, mode of the exam and the medium of the exam. 

 PU CET 2024 MA English Exam Pattern                            

            

Particulars             

        
            

Details             

        
            

Mode of the Exam             

        
            

Offline

            

Total Marks             

        
            

75

        
            

Duration of the exam             

        
            

1:30 hours       

            

Break up of sections and marks allocated

            

Four short notes of approximately 100 words on topics related to literature         

            

20 marks

        
            

Critical appreciation of poem        

            

25 marks                

            

Two paragraphs on any one of the two given topics or issues (400 words)

            

30  marks             

        

L.L.M

Candidates can know the various aspects of exam pattern of PU CET LLM 2024 in the table that is given below: 

PU CET 2024 LLM Exam Pattern                                                                                             

            

 Particulars             

        
            

Details      

            

Duration of the exam             

        
            

1:30 hours             

        
            

Total Marks             

        
            

100

        
            

Type of questions             

        
            

Multiple Choice Questions             

        

Topics, Marks, Type of Questions                                                                                                                         

            

S.No             

        
            

 Topics             

        
            

Total Number of Questions             

        
            

Marks             

        
            

 Type of questions             

        
            

1.             

        
  • Constitution Law

  • Administrative Law

  • Service Law

  • Environmental Law

  • Human Right        

            

50

        
            

1 mark each

        
            

MCQ             

        
            

2.             

        
 
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC),  

  • Cr. Pr. Code and Law of Evidennce        

            

15

        
            

1 mark each

        
            

MCQ             

        
            

3.             

        
            

Jurisprudence

            

10

        
            

1 mark each             

        
            

MCQ

        
            

4.             

        
  • Family Law

  • Law of Contract

  • Law of Torts

  • Public   International Law

  • Labor Laws and    Company Law

            

25

        
            

1 mark each             

        
            

MCQ             

        


M.A. Mass Communication

Candidates can check the exam pattern of PU CET MA mass communication 2024 so that they can devise a strategy to crack the entrance test.

PU CET MA Mass Communication Exam Pattern

            

Particulars             

        
            

Details             

        
            

Duration of the Exam             

        
            

1:30 hours

        
            

Type of questions             

        
            

Objective and Subjective questions             

        
            

Total Marks             

        
            

75

        
            

Marks for Entrance exam             

        
            

65

        
            

Marks for Group Discussion and Interview             

        
            

10

        
            

Sections             

        
  • Precis writing

  • English Comprehension 

  • Article Writing on current events 

  • Feature, writing on personalities, reviews etc            

  • Interpretative passage                 

                
        

M.C.A.

PU CET MCA exam pattern mentions the type of the questions that will be asked in the entrance exam, the total number of questions that will be asked and the total marks. 

    • Duration of PU CET MCA 2024: 1:30 hours

    • Total Number of questions: 75

    • Type of questions: Multiple Choice Questions

    • Total Marks: 75 marks

 PU CET MCA 2024 Exam Pattern

            

Component 

 
            

Total Number of questions             

        
            

Marks             

        
            

English             

        
            

10

        
            

10

        
            

Reasoning and Aptitude             

        
            

10

        
            

10

        
            

Computer Science             

        
            

15

        
            

15

        
            

Mathematics (10+2) level             

        
            

40

        
            

40

        

M.E/M.Tech

The exam pattern of PU CET PG 2024 mentions the type of the questions that will be asked in the entrance exam, the total number of questions that will be asked and the total marks. 

    • Duration: 1:30 hours

    • Total Number of questions: 75

    • Type of questions: Multiple Choice Questions

    • Total Marks: 75 marks 

M.A.

Candidates preparing for the entrance exam must check the PU CET PG MA 2024 exam pattern. By using PU CET PG MA exam pattern, candidates can get familiar with the structure and format of the PUCET PG entrance exam.  Candidates will find various important details about the entrance exam in PU CET PG MA English exam pattern such as the total number of questions asked in the entrance test, total marks, marking scheme, mode of the exam and the medium of the exam. 

 PU CET 2024 MA English Exam Pattern                            

            

Particulars             

        
            

Details             

        
            

Mode of the Exam             

        
            

Offline

            

Total Marks             

        
            

75

        
            

Duration of the exam             

        
            

1:30 hours       

            

Break up of sections and marks allocated

            

Four short notes of approximately 100 words on topics related to literature         

            

20 marks

        
            

Critical appreciation of poem        

            

25 marks                

            

Two paragraphs on any one of the two given topics or issues (400 words)

            

30  marks             

        

L.L.M

Candidates can know the various aspects of exam pattern of PU CET LLM 2024 in the table that is given below: 

PU CET 2024 LLM Exam Pattern                                                                                             

            

 Particulars             

        
            

Details      

            

Duration of the exam             

        
            

1:30 hours             

        
            

Total Marks             

        
            

100

        
            

Type of questions             

        
            

Multiple Choice Questions             

        

Topics, Marks, Type of Questions                                                                                                                         

            

S.No             

        
            

 Topics             

        
            

Total Number of Questions             

        
            

Marks             

        
            

 Type of questions             

        
            

1.             

        
  • Constitution Law

  • Administrative Law

  • Service Law

  • Environmental Law

  • Human Right        

            

50

        
            

1 mark each

        
            

MCQ             

        
            

2.             

        
 
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC),  

  • Cr. Pr. Code and Law of Evidennce        

            

15

        
            

1 mark each

        
            

MCQ             

        
            

3.             

        
            

Jurisprudence

            

10

        
            

1 mark each             

        
            

MCQ

        
            

4.             

        
  • Family Law

  • Law of Contract

  • Law of Torts

  • Public   International Law

  • Labor Laws and    Company Law

            

25

        
            

1 mark each             

        
            

MCQ             

        


M.A. Mass Communication

Candidates can check the exam pattern of PU CET MA mass communication 2024 so that they can devise a strategy to crack the entrance test.

PU CET MA Mass Communication Exam Pattern

            

Particulars             

        
            

Details             

        
            

Duration of the Exam             

        
            

1:30 hours

        
            

Type of questions             

        
            

Objective and Subjective questions             

        
            

Total Marks             

        
            

75

        
            

Marks for Entrance exam             

        
            

65

        
            

Marks for Group Discussion and Interview             

        
            

10

        
            

Sections             

        
  • Precis writing

  • English Comprehension 

  • Article Writing on current events 

  • Feature, writing on personalities, reviews etc            

  • Interpretative passage                 

                
        

M.C.A.

PU CET MCA exam pattern mentions the type of the questions that will be asked in the entrance exam, the total number of questions that will be asked and the total marks. 

    • Duration of PU CET MCA 2024: 1:30 hours

    • Total Number of questions: 75

    • Type of questions: Multiple Choice Questions

    • Total Marks: 75 marks

 PU CET MCA 2024 Exam Pattern

            

Component 

 
            

Total Number of questions             

        
            

Marks             

        
            

English             

        
            

10

        
            

10

        
            

Reasoning and Aptitude             

        
            

10

        
            

10

        
            

Computer Science             

        
            

15

        
            

15

        
            

Mathematics (10+2) level             

        
            

40

        
            

40

        

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English: Unit 01


Essay

    English: Unit 02


    Unseen poem
    • Reading comprehension passage
    • Knowledge of literary appreciation
    • Reading comprehension passage
    • Knowledge of literary appreciation

    English: Unit 03


    Precis writing

      Economics: Unit 01


      Microeconomics

        Economics: Unit 02


        Macroeconomics

          Economics: Unit 03


          Indian economy

            Economics: Unit 05


            Mathematics and statistics

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              Econometrics

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                Applied economics
                • Industrial economics
                • Agricultural economics
                • International economics
                • Public finance and money and banking
                • Industrial economics
                • Agricultural economics
                • International economics
                • Public finance and money and banking

                Economics: Unit 08


                Logical reasoning
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                  The Panjab University will issue the PU CET PG admit card 2025 in June, at its official website. Candidates who have submitted the application form can download the admit card of PU CET PG 2025 by entering their login credentials. The PU CET PG admit card 2025 mentions numerous key details such as candidate's name, roll number, photograph, registration number and exam date. It is mandatory for candidates to bring their PU CET PG admit card 2025 with themselves to the exam centre. Without the PU CET PG 2025 admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre. If there is any type of discrepancy in the PU CET PG admit card 2025. then candidates should contact the authorities immediately.

                  How to download PU CET PG Admit Card

                  Candidates can download PU CET admit card 2025 by following the steps given below.

                  • Visit the official website of the Panjab University.

                  • Click on the 'PUCET PG’ link.

                  • Enter the login ID and password.

                  • Check the details on PU CET PG admit card.

                  • Download and print multiple copies of the admit card.

                  Details mentioned on PU CET PG Admit Card 2025

                  The details that are mentioned in the admit card of PU CET PG are:

                  • Name of the candidate.

                  • Photograph of the candidate.

                  • Registration number.

                  • Date  of the exam.

                  • Time of exam.

                  • Address of the exam centre.

                  The Panjab University will release the PU CET PG answer key 2025 in June. Candidates can check the PU CET PG 2025 answer by visiting the official website of the Panjab University. With the help of PU CET PG answer key 2025, candidates can calculate their probable marks by cross checking their answers in the entrance exam with the ones given in the answer key. If candidates find any discrepancies in the PU CET PG answer key, then they can raise objections against it within the stipulated time period. The authorities of PU PG examination put a team of experts to look into the objections that are raised against the PU CET PG 2025 answer key. If the objections raised by candidates turns out to be true then the university will release a final answer key PU CET PG 2025.

                  The result of PU CET PG result 2025 will be announced in July at its official website. Candidates who will appear for the entrance exam can check the PU CET PG 2025 result by visiting the official website of Panjab University. The PU CET PG result 2025 mentions various key details such as the category of the candidates, their roll number and the rank secured by them in the respective entrance exam. Candidates qualifying the PU CET PG 2025 as per the result will be invited to appear for the counselling session.

                  The Panjab University will conduct the PU CET PG counselling 2025 in offline mode. Only those candidates who qualify the PU CET are considered eligible to attend the PU CET PG 2025 counselling session hosted at university's campus. Candidates are required to mark their attendance by being physically present at the time of PU CET PG counselling 2025. During PU CET PG 2025 counselling, candidates need to produce the necessary original documents and any candidates who fail to do so will lose their candidacy for admission.

                  Documents Required at PU CET PG 2025 counselling

                  Panjab University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test 2025

                  • Migration certificate
                  • Entrance test pass certificate
                  • Category certificate
                  • Qualifying exam mark sheet
                  • Intermediate certificate/ mark sheet

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                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  1. Is PU CET PG difficult?

                  The PU CET PG exam will be held  at easy to moderate level every year to offer admissions for students in PG programmes. 

                  2. What documents am I allowed to bring to the Panjab University 2025 exam centre?

                  Students must carry their Panjab University admit card 2025 as well as a valid photo ID to the PU CET PG examination centre.

                  3. Is there negative marking in PU CET PG?

                  Yes, for every wrong answer 0.25 marks will be deducted in the PU CET PG exam 2025.

                  4. Who are eligible for PUCET PG?

                  Candidates who completed their bachelor's with a minimum of 50% marks from any recognised institution will be eligible for PU CET PG 2025 exam.

                  5. How to take admission in PU for PG?

                  Students who meet the eligibility criteria are required to fill and submit the PU CET PG 2025 application form within the deadline.

                  6. What is the last date of PU PG admission 2025?

                  The university has not announced the PU CET PG 2025 admission dates yet.

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                  Securing a seat in MSc Statistics with a rank of 54 and 82% UG score is promising, but not guaranteed. Here's why:

                  • Merit Calculation: Your admission depends on the combined score (50% weightage each) for PU CET PG rank and UG marks. With a good UG score (82%), you gain an advantage.

                  • Limited Seats & Competition: The number of seats available for MSc Statistics and the competition level in your category highly influence your chances.

                  • Uncertainty about Ranks: It's difficult to predict the exact cut-off ranks for specific universities. Ranks can vary year-to-year based on the applicant pool's strength.

                  Here's what you can do:

                  • Analyze Previous Year Data: Look for previous year's cut-off ranks for MSc Statistics in the universities you're interested in. This can give you a general idea of your chances.

                  • Apply Strategically: Apply to a mix of universities – some with a higher cut-off where your rank might be competitive, and others with a slightly lower cut-off as a safety net.

                  • Monitor Counselling Rounds: Actively participate in the counselling rounds. You might get a seat in a preferred university during later rounds if seats remain unfilled.

                  With your strong UG score and decent rank, securing a seat in MSc Statistics is a strong possibility. Stay informed and apply strategically to maximize your chances.

                  hope this helps you!!

                  With a rank of 54, 82% UG score, and belonging to the general category, your chances of securing a seat in MSc Statistics are very good. Here's why:

                  • Strong Combined Score: Your high UG score significantly boosts your combined score (50% weightage each for UG and PU CET PG).

                  • Competitive Rank: A rank of 54 suggests you performed very well in the entrance exam, placing you amongst the top contenders.

                  Remember:

                  • Limited Seats & Competition: The final outcome depends on the number of seats available and the competition level within the general category.

                  Here's a recommendation:

                  • Research Previous Years: Look for information on previous year's cut-offs for MSc Statistics in the universities you're interested in. This will give you a clearer idea of your chances with a rank of 54.

                  With your strong academic performance, you have a high chance of securing admission in MSc Statistics at many universities. Stay informed and apply strategically to maximize your options.

                  hope this helps you!!

                  No, unfortunately, qualifying PU CET (PG) is mandatory for admission to M.Sc. programs offered directly by Panjab University, Chandigarh.  This applies even if you filled out a general application form for PU.

                  However, there are still a few options to explore for admission to M.Sc. programs:

                  1. PU Affiliated Colleges: Panjab University is affiliated with numerous colleges across the region. These colleges offer their own M.Sc. programs with separate admission processes. You might be eligible for these programs based on your graduation marks (though individual colleges might have entrance exams). Research affiliated colleges offering your desired M.Sc. program and check their admission criteria on their websites.

                  2. Other Universities: Consider applying to other universities offering M.Sc. programs. Many universities conduct their own entrance exams, and some might accept your marks for direct admission. Research universities that match your interests and explore their admission processes.

                  Punjab Agricultural University offers a four-year BSc (Hons) Agriculture programme at the undergraduate level. Candidates who have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology/ Agriculture/ Two-year Diploma in Agriculture with a minimum of 50% aggregate can apply for admission to the programme.

                  Candidates seeking admission to the BSc (Hons) Agriculture programme offered at PAU Ludhiana are required to appear for the Common Entrance Test and candidates seeking admission to the BSc (Hons) Agriculture 2+4 years at the Institute of Agriculture, Bathinda and Gurdaspur are required to appear for the Agriculture Aptitude Test. Admission to the BSc (Hons) Agriculture degree programme at PAU College of Agriculture, Ballowal Saunkhri is based on the Ballowal Saunkhri Entrance Test.

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                  Yes, Panjab University Chandigarh offers a two-year, full-time MSc Environment Science programme at the postgraduate level. Candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from any Science/ Engineering Stream or any other stream with (Hons) in Geography as one of the subjects from the Panjab University Chandigarh or any other recognised University can apply for admission to the programme.

                  Candidates seeking admission to the MSc Environment Science programme offered at Panjab University Chandigarh are required to appear for the PU CET PG. The entrance test shall comprise of 75 MCQs of one mark each from the Botany, Geography, Geology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Sociology, Statistics, Physics, Zoology and General Awareness subjects of graduation level.

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