IPU CET 2026: BTech Seat Allotment (Round 1 OUT), Cutoff

IPU CET eligibility criteria have been released on the official website. There are no changes in the eligibility of IPU CET 2026. However, if any changes are made, they will be announced online.

No. There is no such provision for filling the IPU CET application form offline. Students will have to register and submit an application form online. Registration can be done on the admission portal, ipu.admissions.nic.in. 

IPU CET 2026 will be conducted for 150 minutes. There will be 100 questions with 4 Multiple Choice Response. Each question will carry 4 marks. There shall be a negative marking of one mark for every wrong answer.

Candidates need not write IPU CET to apply for BTech. They can apply for BTech at the IP University with the JEE Main score.

IPU CET application form process started on February 2, 2026. The application form was available till April 11, 2026. Candidates must apply before the last date to appear for the exam. 

Candidates can do self-study for IPU CET preparation if they have a disciplined approach, access to quality study materials, and are dedicated to their studies. Many students have successfully cleared the exam through self-study. However, it is important to have a well-planned study plan, access to previous year question papers, mock tests, and reliable study materials. Additionally, seeking guidance from teachers, learning using online resources, and solving practice question can further enhance preparation.

There are 100 objective type questions in IPU CET question paper. One question will carry four marks. There is negative marking where one mark will be reduced for every wrong answer.

In IPU CET for each correct answer, four marks will be given, and for each incorrect answer, one mark will be reduced. There are no marks deducted for unanswered questions. Examination is conducted for 2 hours 30 minutes. Candidates must know the marking scheme before attempting exam.

To get admission for BTech Lateral Entry at IP University candidates must appear for IPU CET. Lateral entry to BTech course is permitted for candidates with a Diploma or BSc Degree. For Diploma holders the IPU CET exam code is 128. For BSc Degree holders the IPU CET exam code is 129. The candidates should check the syllabus for the exam and prepare accordingly.

IPU CET cutoff is minimum marks that candidates must get to qualify in examination in order to eligibility criteria for admission. IPU CET is conducted for various courses at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and cutoff score varies for each course.IPU CET cutoff marks are usually released after results are out. They are declared by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) or respective authorities responsible for conducting examination. The cutoff marks are announced category-wise and are different for each course offered by university.

The documents to be kept handy while filling out the IPU CET application form are Class 10 mark sheet Class 12 mark sheet Diploma Certificate (if required) Date of birth Certificate Caste/ category certificate Passport size photograph Scanned signature Scanned left-hand thumb impression.

The Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) 2026 was conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) from April 25, 2026 to May 17, 2026, for various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. IPU CET BTech (Biotechnology) will be conducted from April 2026.   

No, the application fee once paid is non-refundable. The candidates must try to appear for the exam without fail. Admission to various courses at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University is based on IPU CET 2026 score. The candidates willing to join a course at the university must take the exam.

Yes, printed copy of IPU CET admit card must be taken to exam centre. The admit card is proof of eligibility and registration for IPU CET. It will have information such as roll number, exam centre details, and instructions.

When selecting reference book candidates must select latest edition. If many books are available on a subject, compare authors, editions, and table of contents. Candidates must read online reviews.

Candidates must be familiar with syllabus, make notes of all topics, regular revision, practising previous years' question papers and appear in mock tests. Set small goals. Time management is important in IPU CET preparation. Practice solving problems in a time-bound manner and develop a strategy to attempt the exam.

IPU CET 2026 eligibility criteria are different for each course. Candidates can check the eligibility for BTech Lateral Entry.

BTech (Lateral Entry) for Diploma holders

Candidates must have passed a Diploma to apply for BTech Lateral Entry.

They must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

BTech (Lateral Entry) for BSc Graduates 

Candidates must have passed a BSc in Physics or Mathematics to apply for BTech Lateral Entry.

They must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

For Lateral Entry BTech, BSc Candidates should have passed BSc. With Mathematics as a subject. The candidates must have scored a minimum of 60% marks from any recognised University. The candidates should have appeared in the IPU CET. The name of the candidate should be there in the merit list/rank list.

Candidates must have passed three years Diploma in relevant subject with a minimum of 60% marks. Appeared in IPU CET and name must be in merit list/rank list. Candidates must have cleared Mathematics as a subject at Class 12 level or should have studied Mathematics as a subject in first year of the Diploma programme. Candidates must not have any backlog in any of the subjects in the qualifying examination.

The subjects included for Lateral Entry B.Tech for Diploma Holders in IPU CET are

1. Applied Mechanics
2. Applied Mathematics 
3. Computer Awareness and Physics / Chemistry Knowledge
4. Analytical and Logical Reasoning.