HPCET MBA Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test 2026 ( HPCET )

DeskCalelnderExam On - 10 May '26

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HPCET 2026 exam pattern will be available online. Through HPCET exam pattern 2026, candidates can know how entrance examination will be held. Knowing pattern beforehand will help candidates to prepare well for exam and score marks needed for admission. Some important details that they can check from exam pattern are HPCET 2026 exam mode, duration, marking details and more. According to pattern, HPCET 2026 will be held as an offline test.

Along with pattern, candidates should also check official HPCET syllabus 2026. Subjects and topics to prepare for exam will be available through syllabus. Read to know more about HPCET Exam Pattern 2026.

Table of contents
  • HPCET 2026 Exam Pattern
  • HPCET 2026 Exam Pattern - Marking Scheme
  • How to prepare for HPCET 2026?
  • What is the HPCET 2026 Syllabus
  • HPCET 2026 Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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HPCET 2026 Exam Pattern

HPCET 2026 exam pattern will be prepared and released soon. Candidates will be able to check HPCET exam pattern for details on how entrance examination will be conducted.

Particulars

Details

Exam Mode

Offline, i.e., Pen-and-Paper-Based Test

Language

English

Question type

Objective multiple-choice questions

Total Papers

Three: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology

Total number of questions to attempt

150

Time allotted to attempt the test

3 hours 15 minutes

Marking scheme

  • For every correct answer, four marks will be awarded
  • One mark will be deducted for each question answered incorrectly
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I have to attempt all questions in the HPCET paper?
A: 

In HPCET, students are advised to answer as many questions as they can. Since there is no negative marking, students will raise their chances of scoring well if they answer all questions. HPCET exam will have 150 objective questions.

Q:   What is the duration of HPCET?
A: 

HPCET exam pattern will be released online. According to pattern, duration of exam is 3 hours and 15 minutes. Extra time will not be given to complete exam. Students will have to answer 150 objective questions within duration.

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HPCET 2026 Exam Pattern - Marking Scheme

Official HPCET marking scheme 2026 will be released soon. By checking marking scheme, they  will be able to know how their scores will be calculated by authorities. Since current marking details have not been released yet, candidates can check previous year's from table given below for reference.

Subjects

No. of questions

Total no. of questions to be attempted

Maximum marks

Physics

Section A - 20

Section B - 40

Section A - All 20

Section B - 30

Section A - 80

Section B - 120

Chemistry

Section A - 20

Section B - 40

Section A - All 20

Section B - 30

Section A - 80

Section B - 120

Mathematics/Biology

Section A - 20

Section B - 40

Section A - All 20

Section B - 30

Section A - 80

Section B - 120

Total

180

150

600

Note: Candidates attempting Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics will be eligible for BTech/BPharmac,y whereas candidates attempting Physics, Chemistry and Biology will be eligible for BPharmacy or BPharmacy (Ayurveda).

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the marking scheme of HPCET?
A: 

HPCET marking scheme is released online. Candidates should check marking scheme carefully to understand how their responses will be marked. For every correct answer, authorities will award four marks to candidates. However, one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

Q:   Which subjects have to be prepared for HPCET BTech paper?
A: 

For HPCET BTech paper, students will have to prepare topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The level of syllabus will be similar to 12th class qualifying exam. HPCET syllabus will be released online.

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How to prepare for HPCET 2026?

Candidates should prepare well to secure a good rank in HPCET 2026. Some best HPCET 2026 preparation tips have been given below.

  • A personalised timetable has to be created so that candidates can complete syllabus before examination.
  • Candidates should divide topics and subjects according to their level of difficulty and time needed.
  • Basic concepts should be covered first, and candidates should gradually increase difficulty level.
  • Important formulas in Physics and Mathematics should be written down to revise them easily.
  • Candidates should work on their time management skills.
  • Some cheat tricks should be learned to solve big calculations in less time.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Are mock tests important for HPCET preparation?
A: 

While preparing for HPCET, candidates should attempt mock tests regularly. This will help them to know how entrance exam will be held.

Q:   Is revision important for HPCET preparation?
A: 

During HPCET preparation, revision is important. Candidates should revise everyday so that they do not forget what they have already studied.

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What is the HPCET 2026 Syllabus

Official HPCET syllabus 2026 will be released online.Candidates can check subjects to be prepared for exam through syllabus. As per syllabus, candidates have to study topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Level of syllabus will be similar to 12th class exam. It is important to know syllabus so that they can prepare their study plan. Question paper will be as per official syllabus.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the syllabus for the HPCET Exam?
A: 

HPCET syllabus will be prepared and released online by the authorities. The subjects, topics and units that need to be studied for the upcoming entrance examination is released through the HPCET syllabus. Candidates are advised to refer to the official syllabus to understand what is to be studied and prepared to perform well in the examination. HPCET syllabus consists of the topics and units from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Along with the syllabus, the candidates are advised to check the official HPCET exam pattern.

Q:   Do I need to study the entire HPCET syllabus?
A: 

Candidates should prepare for entrance exam using entire HPCET syllabus. Since question paper will be prepared using topics of syllabus, it will help students if they are familiar with official syllabus. Some important topics can also be selected and students can focus on them more.

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HPCET 2026 Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read to know HPCET 2026 Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will HPCET 2026 be held?
A: 

HPCET 2026 exam date has been announced. The authorities will conduct HPCET 2026 as an offline test at various centres on May 10, 2026.

Q:   Will HPCET be held online?
A: 

No. HPCET will be held offline i.e., as a pen-and-paper-based test. Candidates will have to report to their allotted centre and attempt the examination in offline mode. HPCET consists of multiple-choice questions that have to be attempted in 3 hours 15 minutes. All of the answers have to be marked in OMR sheets. The entrance examination will not be held in any other mode. 

Q:   What is the division of questions in the HPCET paper?
A: 

HPCET paper will consist of three subjects - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology. Each subject will have two sections i.e., Section A will have 20 questions while Section B will have 40 questions. In Section A, all 20 questions have to be compulsorily attempted, while 30 questions have to be attempted from Section B. A total of 150 objective multiple-choice questions have to be attempted within 3 hours 15 minutes. No extra time will allotted to the candidates to complete the entrance examination. All of the questions will be prepared as per the units and topics in the official HPCET syllabus.

Q:   What are the tips to create a personalized timetable for HPCET?
A: 

While preparing the timetable for HPCET, students should divide official syllabus and topics so that they cover everything before exam. Mock tests and revision should also be included in timetable.

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