HPCET MBA Syllabus 2026: Download Latest Syllabus PDF

Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test 2026 ( HPCET )

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HPCET 2026 syllabus will be released soon at himtu.ac.in. Through HPCET syllabus 2026, candidates will be able to identify list of subjects, units, and topics that are important and should be studied for the examination. All candidates are advised to be familiar with the HPCET syllabus so that they can strategise their study plan and perform well in the entrance exam. Questions for HPCET 2026 will be prepared based on syllabus. 

Level of the HPCET 2026 syllabus will be similar to the topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from the12th standard qualifying exam. Along with the syllabus, the candidates should also check the official HPCET 2026 exam pattern. Read to know more about the HPCET Syllabus 2026.

Table of contents
  • HPCET 2026 Syllabus
  • HPCET Exam Pattern 2026
  • What are the HPCET 2026 preparation tips?
  • What are the important HPCET 2026 dates?
  • HPCET 2026 Syllabus Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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HPCET 2026 Syllabus

The authorities will soon release the HPCET syllabus 2026. Candidates can check the previous year's subject-wise HPCET syllabus given below to prepare for the exam. Once the official syllabus of HPCET 2026 is released, it will be updated here.

HPCET Syllabus for Physics

Units 

Topics

Unit 1

Physics & measurement

Unit 2

Kinematics

Unit 3 Laws of Motion
Unit 4 Work, Energy and Power
Unit 5 Rotational Motion
Unit 6 Gravitation
Unit 7 Properties of Solids and Liquids
Unit 8 Thermodynamics
Unit 9

Kinetic Theory of Gases

Unit 10

Oscillations and Waves

Unit 11

Electrostatics

Unit 12

Current Electricity

Unit 13

Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism

Unit 14

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

Unit 15

Electromagnetic Waves

Unit 16

Optics

Unit 17

Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

Unit 18

Atoms and Nuclei

Unit 19

Electronic Devices

Unit 20

Communication Systems

Unit 21

Experimental Skill

HPCET Syllabus for Mathematics 

Units 

Topics

Unit 1

Sets, Relations & Functions

Unit 2

Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations

Unit 3 Matrices & Determinants
Unit 4 Permutation & Combinations
Unit 5 Mathematics Induction
Unit 6 Binomial Theorem & its Applications
Unit 7 Sequence & Series
Unit 8 Limit, Continuity and Differentiability
Unit 9 Integral Calculus
Unit 10 Differential Equations
Unit 11 Co-ordinate Geometry
Unit 12 Three Dimensional Geometry
Unit 13 Vector Algebra
Unit 14 Statistics and Probability
Unit 15 Trigonometry
Unit 16 Mathematics Reasoning

HPCET Syllabus for Chemistry

Units 

Topics

Section A - Physical Chemistry

Unit 1

Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry

Unit 2

States of Matter

Unit 3 Atomic Structure
Unit 4 Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Unit 5 Chemical Thermodynamics
Unit 6 Solutions
 Unit 7  Equilibrium
Unit 8 Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
Unit 9 Chemical Kinetics
Unit 10 Surface Chemistry
Section B - Inorganic Chemistry
Unit 11 Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
Unit 12 General Principles and Process of Isolation of Metals
Unit 13 Hydrogen
Unit 14 S Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals)
Unit 15 P Block Elements
Unit 16 D and F Block Elements
Unit 17 Coordination Compounds
Unit 18 Environmental Chemistry
Section C - Organic Chemistry
Unit 19 Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds
Unit 20 Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
Unit 21 Hydrocarbons
Unit 22 Organic Compounds Containing Halogens
Unit 23 Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen
Unit 24 Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
Unit 25 Polymers
Unit 26 Biomolecules
Unit 27 Chemistry in Everyday Life
Unit 28 Principles Related to Practical Chemistry
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which subjects have to be prepared for HPCET BTech paper?
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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.

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.

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HPCET Exam Pattern 2026

HPCET 2026 exam pattern will be released online. Candidates can check how authorities will conduct examination through exam pattern. All candidates should check HPCET exam pattern 2026 carefully to prepare for examination. According to HPCET exam pattern, examination will be held as an offline test. Other details that can be checked are exam duration, sections, type of questions, marking details and more.

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Commonly asked questions
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 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.

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What are the HPCET 2026 preparation tips?

Candidates can check some important HPCET preparation tips 2026 given below. These tips will help them to prepare well for exam.

  • Candidates should know official pattern and syllabus. This will help them to be prepared as they will know which subjects have to be studied and how exam will be held.
  • A study plan has to be prepared. This will help them to finish syllabus before exam and have enough time for revision.
  • Candidates should practice with mock tests and sample papers.
  • Revision should be done daily.
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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:   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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What are the important HPCET 2026 dates?

Official HPCET 2026 exam date has been announced. Authorities will conduct HPCET 2026 on May 10, 2026. Other dates will be announced soon. Candidates can check HPCET timeline in table given below.

Events Dates
Release of application form January 2026
Availability of admit card May 2026
Exam date 10-May-2026
Announcement of result June 2026
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I access the HPCET dates?
A: 

HPCET 2026 exam date has been released. Authorities will conduct HPCET 2026 as an offline test. Other important dates of HPCET 2026 are expected to be released soon.

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.

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HPCET 2026 Syllabus Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read for HPCET 2026 Syllabus Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is HPCET syllabus important for the preparation process?
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HPCET syllabus is important for preparation. If candidates are familiar with syllabus, it is easier to create a study plan. Through syllabus, candidates can prepare timetable to divide topics to study. Candidates should check syllabus carefully to prepare upcoming entrance examination.

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.

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. 

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