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The PU CET UG exam pattern is as follows:

• Mode of exam: Computer-based test (CBT)
• Language of exam: English
• Number of sections: 4 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology)
• Number of questions per section: 60
• Type of questions: Multiple-choice questions
• Duration per section: 70 minutes
• Total marks: 120 marks per section
• Marking scheme: 2 marks for each correct answer, 0.5 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
• Negative marking: Yes

Candidates can choose the subjects they want to take depending on the course they have applied for. For example, if a candidate has applied for the BSc (PCM) course, they will need to take the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics sections of the exam.

There is no update on PU CET (UG) 2024 exam so far. However following the previous year schedule of PU CET (UG) examination, it is anticipated that the exam notification will be released in the first of March, 2024.  

Candidates can expect that the PU CET (UG) 2024 exam notification will contain the following details:

• Important Dates: This will include key deadlines like application form availability, registration start and end dates, exam date, result declaration date, and counseling schedule.
• Eligibility Criteria: This section will outline the academic qualifications, age limit, and other requirements for applying to various programs offered by SHUATS.
• Exam Pattern: This will explain the format of the entrance exam, including the number of sections, type of questions (MCQ, subjective, etc.), number of questions, and marking scheme.
• Syllabus: The notification might provide a brief overview of the topics covered in the exam or direct you to a separate source for the detailed syllabus.
• Application Process: This will explain how to apply for the exam, including details about online and offline application procedures, application fee, and documents required.

The eligibility criteria for admission in OPEN quota (Non-PU quota) seats through PUMDET is as follows:

• The candidate must have passed (not before 2024) or appeared in B.A. (Hons/ Major)/ B.Sc. (Hons/ Major) examination in 2024 from any recognised University.
• Candidates, who have appeared for their B.A. (Hons/ Major)/B.Sc. (Hons/ Major) examination and have their final results at the time of counselling will have to mandatorily produce all original mark sheets/ grade cards of all semester/ annual examinations passed at the Bachelor’s level. Such candidates must fulfill the academic eligibility norms for their applied courses tabled below for admission.
• Candidates, who have appeared for their final B.A. (Hons/ Major)/ B.Sc. (Hons/ Major) examination, but do not have their final results at the time of counselling, will be given provisional admission, on the basis of production of their mark sheets/ grade cards of all previous semester/annual examinations at their Bachelor’s level.
• However, they must submit their final mark sheet by the mentioned date, demonstrating that they fulfil the minimum conditions of eligibility tabled below, failing which their admission will stand cancelled. Therefore, the candidate must secure the minimum required percentage of marks/ CGPA in Hons/ Major subject as per the following table in his/ her B.A. (Hons/ Major)/ B.Sc. (Hons/ Major) examination for final and confirmed admission.

The eligibility criteria for the PU-CET (PG) exam, which stands for Panjab University Common Entrance Test for Postgraduate Courses, can vary depending on the specific course you are interested in. PU-CET (PG) is conducted by Panjab University for admission to various postgraduate programmes offered by the university. The following is the minimum eligibility criteria for PU-CET (PG) exam:

• Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree in the relevant field or a related discipline from a recognised university or institution. The specific degree requirement may vary depending on the course.
• They must have secured a minimum aggregate of 50% in graduation
• In case of candidates have a Bachelor‘s degree in Modern Indian Languages (Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi (Gurmukhi Script) and/or in a Classical Language (Sanskrit/Persian/Arabic) from Panjab University or any other University recognised by the Syndicate, 50% aggregate will be calculated by taking into account the full percentage of marks in all the papers excluding the optional paper, English and the elective subject taken together, or
• The candidates must have passed the final examination conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, or England / Institute of Cost Accountants of India or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of England / Institute of Company Secretaries of India, or
• The candidate holds a Diploma in Personnel Management and Labour Welfare or Diploma in Marketing Management with not less than 60% aggregate
• Executive experience of two years or above in a full-time job in a commercial or industrial establishment after having passed the qualifying examination