PUCET is conducted every year by Panjab University, Chandigarh. It is a university level entrance exam organized to provide admission into UG, PG & doctoral level courses.
Highlights:
| Exam Name | Panjab University Common Entrance Test (PU CET) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Punjab University, Chandigarh |
| Exam Level | University level entrance exam |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Exam Language | English |
| Application Mode | Online |
PUCET 2021 Schedule:
It is very important for the students to check the official schedule so as to avoid any confusion in dates. The students can check the table given below or the official website for the latest schedule of PUCET 2021. The schedule consists of the important dates of registration opening and closing, exam, result declaration, counseling, etc. If there is any change in the schedule then, the conducting authority of the exam, Panjab University, will notify it on the official website, the same will also be notified here.
| Events | Dates(Tentatively) |
|---|---|
| Date of Availability of Prospectus and online Entrance Test Form | April 15, 2021 |
| Last date for submission of information on the website to generate the Login & Password | May 18, 2021 |
| Last date for deposit of fee in any branch of State bank of India using website generated challan | May 21, 2021 |
| Last date for deposit of fee through Online mode | Third week of May 2021 |
| Last date for uploading of photograph, signature with rest of the information on the website | May 24, 2021 |
| Availability of Admit Card Online | Fourth week of May 2021 |
| Date of Entrance Test | June 12 and 13, 2021 |
| Date of declaration of result | July 14 and 16. 2021 |
PU CET 2021 Admit card:
The admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam center. Candidates can download the admit card from the official website. The PU CET 2021 Admit Card will be released 4th week of May 2021 tentatively.
Steps to download the admit card:
Step.1: Click in the official site of PUCET
To download the admit card you must visit the official website of PU CET. on the official website you will find all details regarding the PU CET entrance.
Step.2: Click on "download your admit card" button
After visiting the web site you will find a link to download the admit card. when you find that click on there.
Step 3. Enter your registration number with password:
after clicking on the admit card download link you have to enter your valid Registration number and password to see the admit card. make sure that the given data and information are correct. read the instruction carefully.
Step 4. Click on the login:
provides your login and password and click on the login button. after the successful login, you will able to see the admit card on the screen. check the admit card carefully and read the instruction. make sure that the information given in the admit card is correct.
Step 5. Click on download the admit card:
download the admit card and make at least 2 copies of it. only the hard copy of the admit card is allowed in the examination center. the admit card also required during the counseling.
PUCET 2021 Syllabus:
The Syllabus of PU CET 2021 having these six subjects
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Biotechnology
The topic regarding this subject are given below:
| Chemistry | Physics | Biology | Computer Science | Mathematics | Biotechnology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| concepts of chemistry | Physical-world and measurements | Diversity of bio | Computer Fundamentals | Sets and Functions | Introduction to Biotechnology |
| Structure of Atom | Kinematics | Structural Organization in animals and plants | Introduction to C++ | Algebra | Biomolecules |
| Classification of Elements | Laws of motion | the Cell | Programming Methodology | Coordinate Geometry | Cell and Development |
| Chemical bonding | Work, Energy, and Power | Plant Physiology | Programming in C++ | Calculus | Genetics |
| States of matter | Motion of System | Human Physiology | Data Structures | Mathematical Reasoning | Molecular Biology |
| Thermodynamics | Gravitation | Reproduction | Database Management System and SQ | Probability | Genetic Manipulation |
| Equilibrium | properties of bulk matter | Genetic | Networking | Linear Programming | Protein and Amino acid |
| Redox Reaction | Thermodynamics | Theory of Evolution | Open Source Software | Vectors and Three-dimensional Geometry | Molecular Biology |
| s-Block Elements | Oscillation and Waves | Biology and Human Welfare | SQL | Relations and Functions | Cell Biology |
| Group 14 Elements | Electrostatics | Ecology | - | - | Micro Biology |
| Organic Chemistry | Current Electricity | Environmental Biology | - | - | - |
| Hydrocarbons | Electro Magnetic | - | - | - | - |
| Environmental Chemistry | Optics | - | - | - | - |
| Solid State | Atoms and nuclei | - | - | - | - |
| Electrochemistry | kinetic theory | - | - | - | - |
| Chemical Kinetics | Force | - | - | - | - |
| isolation of elements | - | - | - | - | - |
| Coordination Compounds | - | - | - | - | - |
| p- Block Elements | - | - | - | - | - |
| d and f Block Elements | - | - | - | - | - |
PUCET 2021 Exam Pattern :
The PUCET 2021 entrance exam pattern is such that candidates need to attempt 300 questions in 6 hours i.e. 70 minutes for each section. The question paper will contain objective/multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and no subjective questions. Candidates are also advised to be careful while answering the questions are there will be negative marking for every question answered wrongly.
| Exam mode | Offline |
|---|---|
| Medium Language | English |
| Number of Sections | 6 |
| Number of questions in each section | 60 |
| Time for each section | 70 Minutes |
| Total marks for each section | 120 |
| Marks for each question | 2 |
| Negative marking | 0.25 |
For PU CET UG, the paper will be divided into the following six sections:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total marks | Duration(minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 60 | 120 | 70 |
| Chemistry |
60 |
120 | 70 |
| Biology | 60 | 120 | 70 |
| Mathematics | 60 | 120 | 70 |
| Biotechnology | 60 | 120 | 70 |
| Computer Science | 60 | 120 | 70 |
PU CET Cut-off:
The PU CET cut-off for the Under Graduation course
PUCET 2021 Cutoff
| Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 20% of total marks (M.A. English and History – 35% of total marks and Masters in Disaster Management – 37.5%) |
| OBC/SC/ST/PWD | 15% of total marks (M.A. English and History – 30% of total marks) |
PUCET 2021 Application-form:
Step 1. Registration:
- Visit the official website of the Panjab University
- Enter all personal details that are asked during registration. Remember you must enter a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Login ID and password will be sent to your mobile number or email ID. Keep them safe.
Step 2. Form Filling:
- Login by using your login ID and password.
- fill your PU CET 2021 application form
- Enter your personal details and academic details.
Step 3. Upload Images:
- upload your scanned signature, passport size photograph, and thumb impression.
- Verify the details entered by you before submitting the application form.
| Document | Size | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 10 kb to 200 kb | JPG/JPEG format |
| Signature | 4 kb to 30 kb | JPG/JPEG format |
Step 4. Payment:
Candidates can pay the application fee through SBI Challan mode.
Application fee for PU CET 2021 are:-
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 2100 |
| SC/ST/Blind | Rs 1050 |
Exam Center:
Punjab University is the only Exam center for PU CET 2021. the candidates are requested to visit the Punjab university before the exam dates so that they can easily reach the exam center in proper time management.
Counseling for PU CET 2021:
Some of the important points related to PU CET counseling are listed below.
- The counseling schedule will be published on the official Panjab University website. Candidates must keep a check on that for accurate details.
- The candidate will have to submit the Counselling fee either through online mode.
- The candidate will get a seat based on the PU CET 2021 merit list and provisional Admission letter.
- Candidates will have to report to the counseling center within the stipulated time with all the required documents (10th and 12th Mark Sheet, Aadhar Card, etc) and counseling fee.
- Seats will be allotted online so Candidates can regularly check University Website.
- If the candidate fails to report on time or pay the counseling fee, his or her application will be rejected.
- Candidates should carefully fill in the preferences and options. No change will be allowed after they have locked in their preference.
- The admission dates and timing of reporting will be displayed along with the Merit list on the Panjab University website.
Documents for the counseling process:
- Rank Card of PU CET 2021
- Admit Card of PU CET 2021
- Mark sheet of SSC / Intermediate or Equivalent Qualifying Examination
- Class IX to Degree Certificates
- Caste & Income certificate issued on or after April 1, 2021
- Transfer Certificate of Degree or Equivalent
- Residence Certificate
- Aadhar Card
PU CET 2021 Result:
- The results for PU CET 2021 will be declared on the 4th week of June 2021 tentatively.
- Once the scorecard is made available online on the official PU CET 2021 website, the candidate can download his or her scorecard from the website.
- PU CET score and merit list will strictly be based on the candidate's performance in PU CET 2021.
- No separate scorecards will be mailed to the candidates individually.
Steps to download PU CET 2021 Results:
- Step.1: Go to the official website of PU CET 2021 or the Punjab university
- Step.2: Click the download results button. this will be provided by the university on their official website.
- Step.3: Enter the registration number and password given to you during the registration process.
- Step.4: Click on the login button after providing the Id and Password.
- Step.5: download the results of PU CET 2021. the result card are required during the counseling process. when the results card visible on the screen make sure the information given there is correct. after checking it download a hard copy of it for further use.
Answer Key of PU CET 2021:
PU CET 2021 Answer Key will be released online by Panjab University. you can download the PU CET 2021 Answer Key online at exams.puchd.ac.in.
For the different programs, the Punjab University declares Answer Key on different dates.
Procedure to Download Answer Key:
Eligibility for PU CET 2021:
Educational Qualifications:
Candidates must have passed or appeared in the 10+2 Examination of the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, or any equivalent exam conducted by a recognized board or university with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
The candidate must have passed the qualifying examination (bachelor's degree program or equivalent from a recognized university) for a particular course with a minimum of 50%-55% marks (depending upon the course for which he/ she is applying). Candidates in their final year and appearing for the qualifying exam are also eligible to apply for PU CET PG 2021. provided the candidate pass their qualifying exams by the time of admission.
For Foreign Nationals and NRI Applicants:
Candidates have to be a citizen of India. Foreign citizens will have the option to apply via the NRI quota.
That NRI candidates shall compete amongst themselves for admission to various courses. Their inter-se merit shall be determined on the bases of the score obtained in SAT-II, GRE, GMAT, etc. In the case of Foreign Nationals (non-English speaking states), TOEFL / IELTS score should also be produced.
PU CET 2021 FAQs:
Q: Can I get admission to the different universities by clearing the PU CAT exam?
A: No, Because PU CET is a University Level Exam. You can get admission only to Punjab University through PU CET.
Q: I am currently studying in Class 12 Science Stream. Can I apply for PUCET 2021?
A: Of course you are eligible for the entrance.
Q: What are the documents that need to upload while filling the PU CET 2021 Application form?
A: the document need to be upload is passport size photograph, thumb impression, signature, category certificate, class 10 and class 12 mark sheets.
Q: where are the exam centers for PUCET 2021?
A: there only one exam center for this exam is Punjab University, Chandighar.
Q: Can I correct my Application form after submit online?
A: no, their no re-correcting option after submission so be careful when you filling the form.
Q: Is the application fee refundable?
A: No, the application fee is non-refundable.
Q: How can I pay my application fee?
A: you can pay the application fee through SBI Challan mode.
