PU CET UG 2025 exam offers admissions to the UG programmes offered in our-year BSc Hons and Pharmacy degrees. Interested candidates can go through this Shiksha article to learn about the PU CET UG 2025 seat intake for each course offered. Understanding the PU CET UG seat intake is essential for prospective students as it provides a clear picture of the competition and helps them strategize their application process.
The Panjab University Common Entrance Test serves as the gateway for aspiring students seeking admission to various undergraduate programs at Panjab University and its affiliated colleges. A crucial factor influencing a candidate's chances of securing admission is the seat intake for each program. Understanding the PU CET UG 2025 seat intake is essential for prospective students as it provides a clear picture of the competition and helps them strategize their application process. This information allows candidates to realistically assess their chances based on their expected score and category.
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The seat allocation process under PU CET UG 2025 often incorporates reservation policies for various categories, including Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and other categories as per university norms. Beyond the general seats, some programmes might also have specific categories like management quota, NRI quota, or sports quota, each with its own set of rules and seat allocation. Candidates aspiring for admission under these quotas must fulfill the specific eligibility criteria and follow the designated application process.
The age limit criteria for the PU CET UG exam is as follows:
- Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.
- There is no upper age limit for the exam.
Candidates are advised to carefully check the age limit criteria before applying for the exam. If a candidate is found to be ineligible, their application will be rejected.
Admission in all categories shall be made subject to fulfilment of the eligibility conditions and in accordance with the provisions contained in the Handbook of Information and Rules for Admission, 2026.
1) 53.5% of the seats in each course shall be treated as belonging to the General Category.
2) 46.5% of seats shall be treated as belonging to the Reserved Category, as per the details given below:
(i) 15% for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes.
(ii) 7.5% for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribes.
(iii) 5% for candidates belonging to the Backward Classes
PU CET UG 2025 Seat Intake
The PU CET UG seat intake is a dynamic figure, subject to change based on university decisions and regulations. Therefore, candidates should always refer to the latest official notifications and the information brochure released by Panjab University for the most accurate and up-to-date details regarding seat availability for their chosen programmes.
PU CTE UG 2025 exam notification is yet to be released by Panjab University, candidates can refer to the PU CET UG seat intake of previous year from here:
Department |
Gen |
SC |
ST |
BC |
Def |
PwD |
Sports |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
B.Pharm. |
28 |
7 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
BSc (Hons) Anthropology |
18 |
5 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
BSc (Hons) Biochemistry |
15 |
4 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
BSc (Hons) Biophysics |
15 |
4 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology |
8 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
BSc (Hons) Botany |
11 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
BSc (Hons) Chemistry |
33 |
9 |
4 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
BSc (Hons) Geology |
18 |
5 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
BSc (Hons) Mathematics |
18 |
5 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Computing |
8 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
BSc (Hons) Microbiology |
18 |
5 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
BSc (Hons) Physics |
23 |
6 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
BSc (Hons) Physics (Specialization in Electronics) |
11 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
BSc (Hons) Zoology |
15 |
4 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Department |
SGC |
Kashmiri |
RAS |
BAS |
Kargil |
YF |
NRI/F.N. |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
B.Pharm. |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
8 |
BSc (Hons) Anthropology |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
BSc (Hons) Biochemistry |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
BSc (Hons) Biophysics |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
3 |
BSc (Hons) Botany |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
4 |
BSc (Hons) Chemistry |
2 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
11 |
BSc (Hons) Geology |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
BSc (Hons) Mathematics |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Computing |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
3 |
BSc (Hons) Microbiology |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
BSc (Hons) Physics |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
8 |
BSc (Hons) Physics (Specialization in Electronics) |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
4 |
BSc (Hons) Zoology |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
PU CET UG 2025 Gradation Criteria
Marks will be allocated to the gradation certificate of the Candidate issued by the concerned state sports department as per the following criteria. If any State of India does not have its gradation policy then gradation of the sports certificate of the students of the concerned state will be done as per the following criteria. If any game/tournament is not graded by the concerned state the certificates of the same game/sport will be graded as per following criteria. Maximum 100 Marks for Merit/Participation Sports Certificate as per the following criteria. Only the Highest Merit/Participation Sports Certificate will be considered for Marking. Sports participation in the same game in two different competitions is essential for the candidates seeking admission under this category within the prescribed period of four years i.e. from 1st July, 2021 to 30th June, 2025.
Marks Allocation Criteria |
||||
---|---|---|---|---|
GRADE- A Sportspersons of International standing i.e. those who have represented India in the following International Tournaments/Meets/Championships/Competitions etc:- |
Gold Medal |
Silver Medal |
Bronze Medal |
Participation |
1. Olympic Games |
100 |
97 |
95 |
91 |
2. Asian Games. |
97 |
95 |
93 |
89 |
3. Commonwealth Games. |
95 |
93 |
91 |
87 |
4. World Cups/ International Championships, organized by the International Federation of concerned sport |
93 |
91 |
89 |
85 |
GRADE-B Sportspersons who have participated in the following International Tournaments/Meets/ Championships/Competitions : |
Gold Medal |
Silver Medal |
Bronze Medal |
Participation |
1. Word Universities Games/World School Games/ International Tournaments/International Games organized by International Federation of concerned Sports, other than those mentioned under Grade ‘A’ |
91 |
89 |
87 |
83 |
2. Asian Tournaments/ Championships conducted by OCA (Olympic Council of Asia)/Asian Federation of concerned sport under the aegis of International Federation of concerned sports/SAF Games/ ASEAN School Games organized by ASSC (ASEAN Schools Sports Council) |
89 |
87 |
85 |
81 |
3. First three positions in National Championship for Seniors/Youth/Juniors, organized by the National Sports Federation of concerned sport. |
87 |
85 |
83 |
x |
4.First three positions in All India Inter-Varsity tournaments organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) |
85 |
83 |
81 |
x |
5. Participation in International Meets/Championships for Youth/Juniors conducted by the concerned International Sports Federation of concerned sport. |
x |
x |
x |
79 |
6. First three positions achieved by students representing State/U.T., KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sansthan), NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya Smiti), CBSE , IPSC(Indian Public Schools’ Conference) and DAV (DAV Managing committee) in the National School Games organised by School Games Federation of India (SGFI) |
75 |
73 |
71 |
x |
7. First three positions in the National Games/ Khelo India Games organized by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports , Govt. of India |
73 |
71 |
69 |
x |
8. First three positions in National Zonal University tournaments organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) |
71 |
69 |
67 |
x |
GRADE-C |
Gold Medal |
Silver Medal |
Bronze Medal |
Participation |
---|---|---|---|---|
1. Participation in Senior Nationals/Inter-Universities Tournaments, organized by National Sports Federation of concerned sport/ AIU |
x |
x |
x |
65 |
2. Participation in Junior National Championship/National School Games organized by National Federation of concerned sport/SGFI |
x |
x |
x |
63 |
3. First three positions in the recognized State Championships for Seniors, organized by concerned state Sport Association of concerned sport/Organized by State/U.T., sports department /Education department. |
61 |
59 |
57 |
x |
4. First three positions in the Panjab University Inter College Tournaments (A-Division). |
59 |
57 |
55 |
x |
5. First three positions in the recognized State Championships for Juniors organized by concerned state sports association of concerned sport/Organized by State/U.T., sports department /Education department. |
57 |
55 |
53 |
x |
6. First three positions in National/Inter-Zonal tournament of KVS/NVS/CBSE/DAV affiliated units of SGFI at par with State units of SGFI |
55 |
53 |
51 |
x |
GRADE -D |
Gold Medal |
Silver Medal |
Bronze Medal |
Participation |
1. Participation in Senior National Championships/National Games without achieving any of the first three positions in the State Championships. |
x |
x |
x |
53 |
2. Participation in Junior National Championships without achieving any of the first three positions in the State Championships. |
x |
x |
x |
51 |
3. Participation in National School Games without achieving any of the first three positions in Inter School Championship or nationals/Inter-zonal of KVS/NVS/CBSE/IPSC/DAV. |
x |
x |
x |
49 |
4. Participants in the All-India Inter-University games without achieving any of the first three positions in the Panjab University Inter-College Championships. |
x |
x |
x |
45 |
5. P.U., Campus Championships and tournaments other than mentioned in Grade-C |
43 |
41 |
39 |
37 |
6. Any other recognised tournament other than mentioned in GRADES- A,B,C & D by the recognised sports bodies as mentioned above (Subject to the Clause 12) |
41 |
39 |
37 |
35 |
PU CET UG 2025 exam notification and schedule will be released by Panjab University for the academic session 2025-2026 in the first week of March 2025, tentatively on the official website. Candidates who are interested in enrolment in the Four-year BSc Hons and Pharmacy degree programme offered by Panjab University need to make the PU CET UG 2025 registrations which will start in the third week of March 2025, tentatively.
- The candidates who have passed/appeared in 10+2 Examinations of Mahila Gram Vidyapith, Allahabad are ineligible to appear in the PU – CET (U.G.) Entrance Test, as this institution has been derecognised by Panjab University, Chandigarh. The examination conducted by the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Delhi, included in the booklet of recognised exams, has also been deleted from the Booklet.
- The candidates having compartment in 10+2 examination held in March-2023 will not be eligible for admission in the course. The candidates who do not appear in PU – CET (U.G.) Entrance Test or who do not qualify PU – CET (U.G.) Entrance Test shall not be considered for the admission.
Following is the requirements for a candidate who wish to appear for B Pharma Course :
50% Marks in 10+2 examination conducted by the respective
State/Central Government authorities recognised as equivalent to 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English, Physics, Chemistry and one of the following subject:-
Biology/ Biotechnology/ Mathematics

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Answered 2 weeks ago
The following colleges accept PU CET UG scores for admission and participate in the PU CET UG Examination:
Panjab University, Chandigarh
DAV College, Chandigarh
Government College of Art and Architecture, Chandigarh
Government College for Girls, Chandigarh
MCM DAV College for Women, Chandigarh
SGGS
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Answered 2 weeks ago
The aim of the PU CET UG 2026 examination is to determine which candidates are most qualified for admission to the undergraduate programs being offered by Panjab University, along with its affiliated colleges, and for which the PU CET UG 2026 examination is a prerequisite (BSc (Hons.) under the Hons
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Answered 2 weeks ago
These are the colleges that will be taking part in the PU CET UG examination:
Panjab University, Chandigarh
DAV College, Chandigarh
Government College of Art and Architecture, Chandigarh
Government College for Girls, Chandigarh
MCM DAV College for Women, Chandigarh
SGGS College, Chandigarh
SD College, Chan
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
Individuals anticipating the PU CET UG 2026 examination, as scheduled for the 2026-2027 school year, should know the officials have yet to post on the sites pertaining to the examination.
Reflecting on trends of the last year, it is estimated that the PU CET (UG) 2026 examination, along with the sub
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Answered 2 weeks ago
In relation to filling out the PU CET UG 2026 application form, the candidates will have to do the following:
1. Candidates should access the PU CET website.
2. Candidates should select the Button that says “Apply Now”.
3. Candidates should register for the examination, providing the necessary informat
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Answered 2 weeks ago
In 2026, Punjab University will hold its PU CET UG exam for the 2026-2027 academic year. Currently, the official website has not posted any exam notice from the exam authorities. But based on trends from previous years, the exam authorities should be releasing the PU CET UG 2026-exam notice along wi
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Answered 2 weeks ago
Here are the steps for candidates to apply for PU CET UG 2026 application form:
1. Visit PU CET website
2. Click on the 'Apply Now' button
3. Register for the Test by filling in your basic details such as name, email address and contact information
4. Log into the ID created and pay the application fee
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Answered 2 weeks ago
The following are the colleges that participate in PU CET UG exam.
Panjab University, Chandigarh
DAV College, Chandigarh
Government College of Art and Architecture, Chandigarh
Government College for Girls, Chandigarh
MCM DAV College for Women, Chandigarh
SGGS College, Chandigarh
SD College, Chandigarh
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Candidates can check out the eligibility criteria for BPharmacy course form here: