Updated on 17 Apr 2026
By Silki Joshi, Content Creator
PUCET 2026 will be conducted on 10 May 2026 in offline (pen and paper) mode with 60 MCQs per subject.
The entrance exam is organised by Panjab University for admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) and BPharmacy programmes.
The last date to submit the PUCET 2026 application form is 22 April 2026, and the fee payment deadline is 24 April 2026.
The PUCET syllabus 2026 is based on Class 11 and 12 topics, with +2 marks for correct answers and -0.25 negative marking for incorrect responses.
PUCET 2026 will be conducted on May 10, 2026, at various exam centres such as Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Muktsar, and Hoshiarpur. The PUCET 2026 admit card is expected to be released on May 5, 2026, and it will include important details like the candidate’s name, registration number, exam centre address, exam date, and reporting time. The last date to submit the PUCET 2026 application form is April 22, 2026, while the fee payment deadline is April 24, 2026. Candidates can use the PUCET 2026 apply online link until the application deadline. Below, you can find complete details about PUCET 2026, including eligibility criteria, syllabus, and exam pattern.
PU CET (UG) is organised by Panjab University, Chandigarh, for admission to BSc (Hons.) programmes under the Hons. School System (4-Year Programme as per NEP 2020) and BPharmacy courses. It is a university-level entrance exam conducted once a year in offline mode (pen and paper based). Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility criteria before applying for the entrance test.
For BSc (Hons.) and BPharmacy admissions, the final merit list is prepared using a composite score. The CET score carries 75% weightage, while 10+2 or equivalent examination marks contribute 25%. Additional weightage is also given for achievements in NCC, NSS, and similar activities as per university rules.
The candidates can check the PUCET 2026 important dates in the table below.
| Event | PU CET Important Dates |
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Application Form | 14 November 2025 – 22 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Registration Fee | 24 April 2026 |
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Admit Card Release | 05 May 2026 |
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Exam Date | 10 May 2026 |
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Answer Key | May 2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Window | May 2026 |
| Re-upload of Response to Objections | May 2026 |
| Last Date for Cross-Objections | May 2026 |
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Result | May 2026 |
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Counselling Process | June 2026 |
Here is all you want to know about the PUCET 2026 exam highlights.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | PU CET (UG) 2026 |
| Full Form | Panjab University Common Entrance Test (Undergraduate) |
| Conducting Body | Panjab University |
| Exam Level | University-Level Entrance Exam |
| Exam Frequency | Once a Year |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper Based Test) |
| Medium of Exam | English Only |
| Exam Date | 10 May 2026 |
| Exam Duration | 70 Minutes per Subject |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 60 Questions (Per Subject) |
| Total Marks | 120 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | +2 for correct answer, -0.25 for incorrect answer |
| Courses Offered | B.Sc. (Hons.) under Hons. School System & BPharmacy |
| Selection Process | CET Score (75%) + 10+2 Marks (25%) + NCC/NSS Weightage |
| Official Website | cetug.puchd.ac.in |
PU CET application form 2026 is available online on the official website of Panjab University. Candidates seeking admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) and other undergraduate science courses must complete the registration before the deadline. Applicants should carefully check the PU CET eligibility criteria, upload required documents, and pay the prescribed application fee to successfully submit the form.
Visit the official website of Panjab University.
Click on the PU CET (UG) 2026 registration link.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Log in with the generated credentials.
Fill in personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
To be eligible to apply for PUCET exam, candidates must fullfil the required criteria. Below are the PUCET criteria:
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwD candidates, as 5% relaxation is applicable).
Students should have studied English, Physics, and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with the relevant subject combination such as Biology / Mathematics / Biotechnology / Computer Science, depending on the chosen course.
For Mathematics, candidates must have studied Mathematics as one of the main subjects in Class 12.
PUCET Exam Pattern 2026 helps candidates understand the structure of the entrance test, including the number of questions, duration, and subjects. The exam is conducted in offline mode with 60 MCQs per subject, carrying 120 marks in total. As per the PUCET marking scheme, +2 marks are awarded for correct answers and -0.25 is deducted for wrong responses. Knowing the PUCET subjects and pattern also helps in estimating the expected PUCET cut off.
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of the examination | Offline/ Pen-Paper Based |
| Medium/ Language | English only |
| Duration of the examination | 70 minutes/ 1 hour 10 minutes |
| Frequency of exam in a year | Once a year |
| Type of questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) asked from CUET PG syllabus |
| Total number of Questions | 60 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Negative marking | Yes |
| Marking Scheme | +2 for a correct answer| -0.25 for an incorrect answer |
| Total sections in the question paper | 4 main sections |
The PUCET Syllabus 2026 is officially designed by Panjab University for admission to various undergraduate science courses through the PU CET (UG) entrance exam. The PUCET UG 2026 syllabus is primarily based on Class 11 and 12 concepts from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Candidates should go through the detailed subject-wise PUCET syllabus below.
The following table brings the topics from the Mathematics section.
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Mathematics Topics | |
| Sets and Functions | Algebra |
| Co-ordinate Geometry | Calculus |
| Mathematical reasoning | Relations and Functions |
| Vectors and Three-dimensional geometry | Linear programming |
| Probability | |
The following table brings the topics from the Computer Science section.
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Computer Science Topics | |
| Computer Fundamentals | Introduction for C++ |
| Programming Methodology | Programming in C++ |
| Data Structures | Database Management System and SQL |
| Boolean Algebra | Networking and Open Source Software |
The following table brings the topics from the Biology section:
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Biology Topics | |
| Diversity in the living world | Structural organisation in animals and plants |
| Cell structure and function | Plant Physiology |
| Human Physiology | Reproduction |
| Genetics and Evolution | Biology and Human welfare |
| Biotechnology and its application | Ecology and its environment |
The following table brings the topics from the Chemistry section:
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Chemistry Topics | |
| Some basic concepts of chemistry | Structure of Atom |
| Classification of Elements and periodicity of properties | Chemical bonding and molecular structure |
| States of matter, gases and liquids | Thermodynamics |
| Equilibrium | Redox Reaction |
| Hydrogen | s-Block elements |
| Group 14 elements | Organic chemistry |
| Hydrocarbons | Environmental chemistry |
The following table brings the topics from the Physics section:
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Physics Topics | |
| Physical-world and measurements | Kinematics |
| Laws of motion | Work, energy and power |
| Motion of System of particles and rigid body | Gravitation |
| Properties of bulk matter | Thermodynamics |
| Behaviour of perfect gas and kinetic theory | Oscillation and waves |
| Electrostatic | Current Electricity |
| Magnetic effects of current and magnetism | Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents |
| Electromagnetic waves | Optics |
| Dual nature of matter and radiation | Atoms and nuclei |
| Electronic Devices | Communication Systems |
The following table brings the topics from the Biotechnology section.
| PU CET (UG) 2026 Biotechnology Topics | |
| Introduction to Biotechnology | Biomolecules |
| Cell and development | Genetics and Molecular Biology |
| Protein and Gene Manipulation | Cell culture and Genetic manipulation |
PU CET Exam Centres are allotted by Panjab University for conducting the entrance exam in offline mode. The PU CET (UG) 2026 exam centres are generally located in Chandigarh and a few other designated cities. Candidates can choose their preferred exam city while filling the application form, but final allotment depends on availability and university guidelines.
| State | City |
| Punjab | ChandigarhLudhianaMuktsarHoshiarpur |
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PU CET 2026 Admit Card will be released online on the official website of Panjab University before the exam date. Candidates must download the PU CET (UG) admit card using their login credentials. It contains important details like exam date, shift timing, exam centre, and instructions. The candidates have to carry the PUCET admit card 2026 to the examination centre.
PU CET Answer Key 2026 will be released online after the entrance exam on the official website of Panjab University. The provisional answer key allows candidates to check their responses and estimate their probable scores based on the PUCET marking scheme. Students can also raise objections within the given deadline. The competent authorities will publish the PUCET final answer key 2026 after reviewing objections.
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