How many sections will there be in HP PAT exam?

The HP PAT exam has four sections- physics, chemistry, mathematics and english. For every right answer students get 4 marks while they lose 1 mark for every incorrect answer. There is no negative marking for unattempted questions.

Which type of questions are asked in HP PAT exam?

The HP PAT exam will have 150 multiple-choice questions in the exam. Students will get four options and they have to choose the correct answer out of the given options.

What are important topics and weightage in HP PAT Chemistry syllabus?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board mentions the HP PAT syllabus for Chemistry in the official notification. Candidates appearing in the exam are advised to go through the HP PAT syllabus 2026 for their preparation. Chemistry is considered one of the most scoring subjects in HP PAT exam. Applicants are advised to also go through the NCERT books to understand the basic concepts. The important topics for HP PAT Chemistry syllabus are given below. Structure of the atom Chemical Reactions & Equations Acids Bases and Salts Carbon and Its Compounds Periodic Classification of Elements Metal & Non-Metals

How are seats allotted during the HP PAT counselling?

The HP PAT seat allotment results will be declared online. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences, category and seat availability.

When will HP PAT 2026 counselling start?

The authority will announce the HP PAT 2026 counselling schedule on the website, hptechboard.com. The HP PAT counselling will commence after the declaration of HP PAT result 2026.

What are the HP PAT 2026 seat allotment dates?

The authority will announce the HP PAT seat allotment date along with the counselling schedule at hptechboard.com. The allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences, category and seat availability.

What is the choice filling process for HP PAT counselling?

During the HP PAT counselling, candidates have to fill out their colleges and courses in the order of preference. The preference selection has to be done carefully since it will be considered for allotment. For the second round of counselling, the candidates will be able to submit fresh preferences or edit the ones already submitted.

What is the duration of HP PAT exam?

The H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will conduct HP PAT 2026 exam in offline pen & paper mode. HP PAT exam will be conducted for a duration of 3 hours. There is no section timings in HP PAT exam. Candidates are advised to reach the exam centre of HP PAT 2026 atleast 60 minutes before the commencement of the exam. Applicants are advised not to leave the exam centre/seat allotted without getting permission from the invigilator.

How to download HP PAT syllabus PDF?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board releases the HP PAT 2026 syllabus in the official notification. Applicants appearing in the exam must refer to the HP PAT syllabus PDF for their preparations. Candidates are advised to go through the syllabus for their preparations. Applicants can download the HP PAT syllabus PDF at hptechboard.com.

What are important topics and weightage in HP PAT Maths syllabus?

Candidates appearing in the exam are advised to go through the HP PAT Maths syllabus for their preparation. There will be a total of 50 questions in the Mathematics section of the HP PAT 2026 exam. Important topics in the HP PAT Maths syllabus are given below. Arithmetic Progression Trigonometry Circles Co-ordinate Geometry Triangles Surface Areas and Volumes Area Related to Circles Constructions Quadratic Equation Pair of Linear Equations in two Variables Introduction Polynomials

What is the last date to fill HP PAT application form?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will announce the HP PAT 2026 application form date. Applicants are advised to fill the HP PAT application form the earliest to avoid payment failure issued on last days. Candidates who completed HP PAT fee payment before the last date are eligible to appear in the exam.

What are HP PAT exam timings?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will conduct the HP Polytechnic Admission Test in offline pen & paper mode. The total duration of the HP PAT exam was 3 hours, i.e., it was held from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Is there negative marking in HP PAT?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board mentions the HP PAT exam pattern in the official notification. Applicants appearing in the exam are advised to go through the HP PAT marking scheme before appearing in the exam. Candidates will be awarded four marks for every correct answer. There will be a negative marking of one mark for each wrong answer. Applicants are advised to cross check their answers before marking in the OMR sheet.

What will be the mode of HP PAT exam?

The H.P Takniki Shiksha Board conducts HP PAT exam in offline pen & paper mode. Candidates will be provided with OMR sheets to attempt the exam. Applicants need to mark their answers in the HP PAT OMR sheet. Candidates are advised to double cross their answers before marking in the OMR sheet. The answer once marked in the sheet won't be changed under any circumstances. The total duration of HP PAT exam will be 3 hours. Candidates are advised to carry their black/blue ballpoint pen to the exam centre.

I marked two answers for a question in HP PAT exam. One of the answers is correct. Will I get full marks for this question?

No, in this case, the question will be considered wrong. Applicants must avoid marking multiple answers in the HP PAT exam. The authorities will deduct one mark for a wrong answer in HP PAT exam.

What is HP PAT exam date?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will announce the HP PAT exam date 2026 on the official website. The HP PAT exam 2026 exam will bes conducted on May 2026 in offline pen & paper mode. HP PAT exam is conducted every year for the admissions to Polytechnic courses offered by various participating institutes in Himachal Pradesh.

Can I show the HP Polytechnic admit card on the phone?

No, candidates are not allowed to show their HP PAT 2026 admit card on the phone. Applicants need to carry hard copy of HP Polytechnic admit card to the exam centre. Along with the admit card, candidates also need to carry one valid photo ID proof. Applicants are advised to keep their HP PAT admit card safe till the conclusion of admission process. Candidates should take multiple copies of HP PAT admit card to the exam centre.

What are the details required to download HP PAT admit card?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will release the HP PAT 2026 admit card online on the official website. Successfully registered candidates will be able to download the HP Polytechnic admit card at hptechboard.com. The details required to download the HP PAT admit card are user ID and password.

If wrong details are mentioned on my HP PAT admit card, what should I do?

In case of any mistake in HP PAT admit card contact the authorities immediately. It is mandatory to get the HP PAT hall ticket corrected as it will be required during the counselling process for admission.

What is HP PAT result date?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will release the HP PAT 2026 result online at the official website. Applicants appearing in the exam will be able to check their HP PAT results in the form of PDF. Candidates declared qualified will be eligible to participate in the HP PAT counselling.

How can I access the HP PAT result?

The HP PAT result will be released as a merit list. Candidates do not require any credentials to check the merit list. However, to download the rank card, candidates required their application number and date of birth.

Can I request for re-evaluation of HP PAT result?

Yes, candidates can request for re-evaluation of HP PAT 2026 result. H.P Takniki Shiksha Board will allow candidates to raise re-checking request within 14 days after the declaration of result (including the day of result declaration). The revised HP PAT result after re-evaluation will be declared at the official website within 14 days only.

There is a mistake in my HP PAT result. What should I do?

If any mistakes are found in the HP PAT result, the authorities have to be immediately informed. Although the authorities will not accept requests to review the allotted scores in the entrance examination.

What is HP PAT application fee?

H.P Takniki Shiksha Board mentions the HP PAT application fee in the official notification. Applicants filling the HP PAT application form have to pay the fee to complete the registration process. The HP PAT application fee can be paid only through credit/debit card, net banking and UPI. Candidates can check the table provided below to check HP PAT category-wise application fee. Category Fee amount General category Rs 650 SC/ST/OBC Rs 400

Can I apply for HP PAT exam in offline mode?

No. Candidates can apply for the HP PAT 2026 exam in online mode only. The HP PAT application form link will be activated at hptechboard.com. After the successful registration, candidates have to fill in their educational qualification, communication address and more. Lastly, upload the required documents and pay the application fee.

Can I make changes to the HP PAT application form?

The authorities will not provide form correction facility for HP PAT exam application; hence, candidates should fill in all details carefully. Any incorrect/false details in the form will lead to rejection of form.

HP PAT 2026: Date, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern

Updated on Dec 25, 2025 22:39 IST

By Samridhi Mishra, Senior Executive

HP PAT Exam 2026: H.P. Takniki Shiksha Board conducts the HP PAT exam for admission to polytechnic institutes of the state. The authority will soon release the HP PAT 2026 notification online at hptechboard.com. Candidates will be able to check the exam date, eligibility, syllabus and other details through the official notification. The Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test (HP PAT) is conducted as a pen-and-paper-based test. Candidates must refer to the HP PAT syllabus and pattern to prepare for the test. The HP PAT exam date 2026 is likely to fall in May 2026.

The authority will commence the HP PAT 2026 registration in March 2026. Only registered candidates will be issued the admit card to appear for the exam. The authority will release the HP PAT answer key a few days after the test. The result will be available in online mode at hptechboard.com. Qualified candidates have to participate in the counselling for HP PAT 2026 to get admission to their referred institute for their preferred course. Read the article for complete details on the HP PAT exam 2026.

Table of contents

HP PAT 2026 - Highlights
HP PAT 2026 Exam Date
HP PAT Application Form 2026
HP PAT 2026 Exam Pattern
HP PAT Syllabus 2026
HP PAT Preparation Tips 2026
HP PAT Admit Card
HP PAT Answer Key 2026
HP PAT 2026 Result
HP PAT Counselling 2026

HP PAT 2026 - Highlights

HP PAT 2026 Exam Date

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

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Mar ' 26 - Apr ' 26	HP PAT 2026 Application Form TENTATIVE
May ' 26	HP PAT 2026 Admit Card TENTATIVE
May ' 26	HP PAT 2026 Exam Date TENTATIVE
May ' 26	HP PAT 2026 Answer Key TENTATIVE
May ' 26	HP PAT 2026 Result TENTATIVE