HPCET MBA Cut off 2026: Check Category wise Cut off Marks

Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test 2026 ( HPCET )

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HPCET 2025 cutoff will be prepared by Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU). Minimum scores that candidates will need to have higher chances of admission is HPCET cutoff 2025. However, it is to be noted that meeting HPCET cutoff will not guarantee admission, but candidates will have higher chances of admission into courses and colleges of their preference. Various factors related to examination, i.e., number of candidates, previous year cutoff trends, level of difficulty, etc., will be considered by authorities to prepare cutoff of HPCET 2025. For admission process, HPCET cutoff will be referred to along with other factors. For every category, course and college, HPCET 2025 cutoff will be different. Read to know more about HPCET Cutoff 2025.

Table of contents
  • Factors Determining HPCET 2025 Cutoff
  • HPCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule (Tentative)
  • HPCET 2025 Cutoff - Highlights
  • HPCET 2025 Counselling
  • HPCET 2025 Cutoff Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Factors Determining HPCET 2025 Cutoff

HIMTU authorities will prepare HPCET cutoff 2026 for the admission process. While preparing HPCET cutoff, various factors related to examination and admission process will be considered. Candidates can check some important factors that will be used to prepare cutoff below.

  • Difficulty level of entrance exam
  • Previous year's HPCET cutoff trends
  • Number of seats available for admission.
  • Total number of candidates who registered for HPCET
  • Number of candidates who passed the entrance exam.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will HPCET cutoff be used for seat allotment?
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HPCET cutoff is used for seat allotment and admission process. Candidates who meet the HPCET cutoff will have higher chances of allotment. However, they are not guaranteed admissions.

Q:   Can I check the previous year HPCET cutoffs to know my probable allotment status?
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Candidates can check previous years' HPCET cutoff to know their chances of admissions into their preferences. Through previous years' cutoffs, candidates can know course, college and category wise minimum scores that are needed for higher chances of admissions. However, cutoff may be different because of factors such as difficulty level, number of candidates applying for a course/college, total number of available seats and more.

HPCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule (Tentative)

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of HPCET 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Jun ' 26

HPCET 2026 Result

TENTATIVE
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HPCET 2025 Cutoff - Highlights

  • It is to be noted that the HPCET 2025 cutoff will vary as per the course, college and category selected by the candidates.
  • The authorities will prepare the cutoff by checking the factors related to the examination and admission process of HPCET 2025.
  • Candidates who meet the HPCET 2025 cutoff will be eligible to participate in the counselling process.
  • By meeting the HPCET cutoff, admission will not be guaranteed. Only the chances of admission into the preferred course and college will increase for the candidates.
  • HPCET 2025 results will also influence the cutoff for admissions.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will the HPCET cutoff be different for every category?
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Yes. HPCET cutoff will be different for every category. According to the candidate's selection of course, college and category, the minimum scores to be secured for higher chances of admissions will be different. As per the cutoff trends, the HPCET cutoff for popular courses and colleges will be higher. Candidates are advised to check the previous year cutoff trends to understand the score range that will get the higher chances of admissions into their preferred courses and colleges. 

Q:   Will I be guaranteed admissions if I meet the HPCET cutoff?
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Candidates will not be guaranteed admission even if they meet HPCET cutoff. However, minimum required score will raise their chances of admission. During admission, different factors related to examination and institute will be considered. Candidates should take into consideration cutoff range, preferences, category and more information while preparing for counselling.

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HPCET 2025 Counselling

HPCET 2025 counselling was held online. For admissions into participating colleges, candidates had to register for counselling at official website. To register for HPCET counselling, candidates had to log in using required details and select their choice of colleges and courses. HPCET 2025 counselling fee had to be paid through net banking, credit card or debit card. Both HPCET and JEE Mains scores are considered for first round of counselling. Candidates are allotted according to their rank, preferences, category and seat availability. Once allotted, they will have to confirm their admission before final date, otherwise, their allotment will be cancelled. HPCET 2025 seat allotment results are announced for three rounds.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which documents have to be verified during HPCET counselling?
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While reporting to the allotted colleges to confirm their admission through HPCET counselling, the candidates will have to present certain documents for verification. If the candidates unable to present their documents for verification, then they will not be able to confirm their admission. The list of certificates to be presented for verification are listed below.

  • HPCET/JEE Main/12th standard result
  • 10th standard mark sheet
  • 12th standard mark sheet
  • 10th standard pass certificate (for age proof)
  • Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
  • School leaving certificate
Q:   Will HPCET counselling be held online?
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HPCET counselling will be held in online mode. Qualified candidates will be required to fill out the application form for the HPCET counselling process online. All of the required details have to provided online and the candidates will have to upload their documents and pay the fee. The choice filling process has to be completed online before the final date. The authorities will release the HPCET 2025 seat allotment result online. For confirmation of admission, the candidates will have to report to their allotted college, verify their documents and pay the tuition fee.

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HPCET 2025 Cutoff Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read for HPCET 2025 Cutoff Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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Q:   Who will prepare the HPCET cutoff?
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The authorities of the Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) will prepare the HPCET cutoff. The category-wise HPCET cutoff will allow the authorities to select candidates for admissions into the participating institutes of the state. Based on the various factors related to the entrance exam, the HPCET cutoff will be prepared. Candidates can also check the HPCET cutoff to know the minimum scores that will give them higher chances of admissions into their preferred course and college.

Q:   What are the factors that will determine the HPCET cutoff?
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HPCET will be prepared for admission. Authorities will consider different factors to prepare cutoff. Some important factors are previous year cutoff trends, total number of candidates, difficulty level of exam, number of seats available for admission and more.

Q:   How are seats allotted during the HPCET counselling?
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During HPCET counselling, registered candidates will be allotted seats at venue. Allotment of seats will be done according to candidate's rank and preferences. Authorities will not announce HPCET seat allotment result online.

Q:   What are the HPCET 2026 counselling dates?
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HPCET 2026 counselling dates will be announced soon. All candidates will have to participate in the HPCET counselling process for allotment into the BTech courses offered by the participating institutes. The selection of courses had to be done in the order of preference. The allotment will be done as per the candidate's rank, preferences and seat availability.

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Answered a week ago

During HPCET, students will have to attempt 150 questions. For every correct answer, four marks will be allotted. The total score that can be secured in HPCET is 600. However, one mark is deducted for incorrect answers.

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Nishtha Panda

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Answered a week ago

HPCET eligibility criteria is released at official website. No changes in eligibility are expected for HPCET 2026. However, if any changes are made, it will be announced online.

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Neha Anand

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Answered a week ago

The level of HPCET is similar to 12th standard syllabus. If candidates are well prepared for their board exams, they can be considered ready for HPCET too. Overall, HPCET is easier than national level exams such as JEE Mains.

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Nishtha Mishra

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

HPCET is conducted as an annual exam. Currently, there is no provision for conducting it twice a year. If any change is made, it will be announced at official website.

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Nishtha Jain

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

While filling online HPCET application form, candidates will have to select their choice of exam centre. Based on order of preferences submitted, HPCET exam centre will be allocated.

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Saakshi Varsha Lama

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

HIMTU has not yet announced the last date for HPCET registration. Candidates will have to fill and submit application form before official last date, otherwise their registration request will not be accepted.

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Nidhi Chaudhary

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Answered a month ago

HPTU authorities will not accept soft copies of ID proof at exam centre. While reporting for exam, candidates will have to bring their original valid ID proof along with HPCET hall ticket to the centre for verification.

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Rachit Chauhan

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 months ago

No, HPCET is not compulsory for admissions to BTech at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Institute of Engineering and Technology. Students can apply through JEE Mains as well as HPCET. Students must still meet the eligibility for the course as well as their preferred exam with students meeting the cut

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