HPCET MTech Preparation 2025: Tips, Strategy & Guide

Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test 2025 ( HPCET )

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Rakhee  Sharma
Updated on Sep 22, 2025 13:44 IST

By Rakhee Sharma

HPCET 2026 preparation tips will allow the students to create a strategy to prepare for the upcoming entrance examination. By following the HPCET preparation tips 2026, the candidates will be able to know how they can books their preparation process to score well in the exam and have higher chances of admission. All candidates are advised to check the official exam pattern and syllabus before starting the HPCET 2026 preparation. During the preparation process, the candidates are also advised to attempt mock tests and previous years' question papers. Overall, the level of HPCET 2026 will be similar to the 12th standard qualifying (or equivalent) examination.

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HPCET 2026 Preparation Tips

Check your Syllabus

The official HPCET syllabus 2026 will be released soon. Candidates will be able to check the subjects, units and topics to be studied for the exam through the HPCET syllabus. To be well-prepared for the exam, the candidates can refer to the syllabus to know which topics will be referred to while preparing the question paper. The level of the HPCET 2026 syllabus will be similar to the 12th standard.

Know your Exam Pattern

Through the HPCET exam pattern, the details on how the entrance exam will be conducted can be checked. Candidates will be able to know more about the examination duration, mode, marking scheme, sections, etc., through the HPCET exam pattern. Being familiar with the pattern will allow the candidates to know what to expect in the examination and be prepared for it. Along with the syllabus, the candidates can also check the exam pattern to prepare their schedule.

HPCET Exam Pattern

Particulars

Details

Mode

Pen-and-paper-based test

Duration

3 hours

Sections

Physics – 50 Questions

Chemistry – 50 Questions

Mathematics – 50 Questions

Marking Scheme

2 marks will be given for every correct answer. 0.5 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.

Create a Personalized Schedule

Candidates should prepare a schedule for their HPCET 2026 preparation after checking the exam pattern and syllabus. It should be noted that the schedule should be personalized and created as per the capabilities of the candidates. While the schedule is prepared, the candidates should make sure that all subjects and topics are equally distributed. Some difficult topics may be given more slots in the timetable. The schedule should also be created in such a way that it does not feel monotonous.

Prepare Regular Notes

Candidates should create regular notes while studying. This will enable the candidates to retain whatever they have studied and write down points regarding the topics, which they find most difficult to understand. The candidates can also retain whatever they have studied through the notes that they create.

Solve Mock Tests

Mock tests are the best way to assess the preparation progress of the candidates. Since the mock tests are a replica of the examination, the candidates can attempt the mock tests to know how the examination will be conducted by the authorities. Candidates can also know their commonly made mistakes through the mock test and work on it so that the same mistakes are not made in the real examination.

Revision is Essential

Candidates should make sure to regularly revise so that they do not forget whatever they have studied in the examination. It is advised that the candidates should revise daily for a few hours. During the last few days before the examination, the candidates are advised to not study any new chapters but to completely focus on revision.

Indulge in Extra-Curricular Activities

Candidates are advised to take part in extra-curricular activities so that they keep their minds fresh during their study sessions. The candidates should prefer outdoor activities, and they should not indulge much in social media and mobile phones. By participating in extra-curricular activities, the candidates will be able to have a good balance of outdoor activities along with their studies.

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