DPU AIET 2026: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

All India Entrance Test 2026 ( AIET )

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Updated on Oct 7, 2025 11:04 IST

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DPU AIET is conducted in remote proctor mode. Candidates have to take the test on the scheduled date for their respective course, from home or any location. Post the entrance exam, the institute conducts the selection round which includes GD and PI. Admission to DPU is based on candidate's performance in both AIET and selection rounds. AIET 2026 exam will be held in April 2026. Registration process will begin soon. Read below all about AIET 20265. 

Table of content
  • What is DPU AIET?
  • AIET 2025 Important Dates
  • DPU AIET 2025 Highlights
  • DPU Selection Process 2026
  • AIET 2026 Contact Information
  • FAQs on AIET 2026
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What is DPU AIET?

All India Entrance Test (AIET) is conducted by Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune for admission to MBA and BBA programmes offered at its Global Business School and Research Centre. The exam is conducted in online prcotored mode and and candidates have to attempt MCQs on topics of English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation. The entrance test is conducted in multiple phases. Candidates can choose to appear for the exam as per their preference of the exam session. Candidates having CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA scores can seek admission to MBA programme without having to appear for AIET. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the DPU AIET exam pattern?
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DPU AIET is an MCQ based exam. Aspirants can check the highlights of AIET exam pattern below:

AIET  Pattern

Details

Medium of the exam

English

Mode of the exam

Online Proctor Based Test

Duration of the exam

150 minutes

Type of questions

MCQ

Marking scheme

1 mark for each correct answer

No negative marking

Sections in the question paper

MBA - 5

BBA- 4

Total Marks

MBA - 150

BBA - 100

Q:   What is the admission criteria through DPU AIET?
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After appearing for AIET, candidates have to appear for selection process round which includes, Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Those who clear the AIET exam are shortlisted for the GD/PI round. Final selection is based on candidate’s overall performance in all the stages of admission process. Candidates can seek admission to DPU through CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA scores too.

Q:   What is the DPU AIET exam process?
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DPU AIET is conducted in online proctored mode, which means, candidates can take the exam from any location. They need to only have a laptop/desktop with functional camera and high speed internet connection. The exam will be held from 11 am to 12:30 pm. Candidates will have to login an hour before the exam starts for identification formalities.

AIET 2025 Important Dates

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

DatesPast Exam Dates
13 Apr ' 25

AIET 2025 Exam

09 Apr ' 25

AIET 2025 Registration Last Date

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DPU AIET 2025 Highlights

AIET is a pan India test, any PG student can apply for it. Check below the key highlights of DPU AIET 2026 exam:

DPU AIET 2026 Features

Details

Exam Name

All India Entrance Test (AIET)

Conducting Body

Dr DY Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune

Exam level

University

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Exam Mode

Online Proctored

Exam Duration

150 minutes

Exam Syllabus

Business Judgement, Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, English Language and Reasoning Ability

Language

English

Exam Fees

INR 1,050 (BBA)

INR 1,300 (MBA)

 Exam Purpose

Admission into Dr. DY Patil Global Business School and Research Centre

Course Offered

MBA/BBA

Exam Helpdesk Number

020 67919400

8830788389, 9860650707

Exam Website

Info.gbsrc@dpu.edu.in

DPU AIET Eligibility Criteria 2026

AIET eligibility criteria for MBA programmes:

  • Candidates must have cleared bachelor’s degree with minimum 50 per cent aggregate or equivalent in any discipline from a recognized University (45 per cent for Reserved Category Candidates)
  • Candidates in their final year or awaiting final year result are also eligible to apply

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Hospital & Health Systems or Management

For MBA Hospital & Health Systems or Management Degree Courses Under Allied Health Sciences should have completed any one of the following:

  • Medical- MBBS
  • Indian Medicine- BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, BNYS, BUMS
  • Dental- BDS
  • Allied Health Sciences - BSc (N), BPharm, BSc (MLT), BPT & BOT BSc

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Agribusiness Management Programme

  • Candidates must have cleared bachelor’s degree in the field of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Agrochemicals, Diary Science/Technology, Fisheries, Food Science/Technology, Forestry, Horticulture or in other discipline but having keen interest and experience in Agribusiness or Graduate working in Agribusiness, NGOs and Co-Operative
  • Candidates must have passed bachelor’s degree with minimum 50 per cent aggregate (45 per cent aggregate for Reserved category candidates)

Eligibility Criteria for BBA Programmes

Candidates must have passed Class 12 examination (HSC 10+2) from any stream as passing subject and has secured minimum 45 per cent in aggregate or equivalent.

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Q:   What is the AIET syllabus for MBA?
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The AIET syllabus includes Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, English Language, Reasoning Ability and Business Judgement. The AIET syllabus is similar to the syllabus of other MBA/BBA entrance exams. So, if you have appeared for any other exam before, you will be able to solve crack DPU AIET easily.

Some of the key topics are Mensuration, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Sets, Number System, Syllogism, Statement and Conclusion, Critical Reasoning, Puzzles, Visual Reasoning, Arrangements, English Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Grammar, Vocabulary, Static GK and Current Affairs.

Q:   What is the AIET syllabus for BBA?
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The AIET syllabus for BBA has same topics as MBA, the difficulty level is as per class 12. The AIET syllabus includes Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, English Language, Reasoning Ability and Business Judgement. The topics to study are English Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Grammar, Vocabulary, Mensuration, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Sets, Number System, Syllogism, Statement and Conclusion, Critical Reasoning, Puzzles, Visual Reasoning, Arrangements, Static GK and Current Affairs.

Q:   How do I apply for DPU AIET?
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AIET 2025 application process will begin most likely in March 2025. The online application from will be available at the DPU website. Candidates will have to log on to the official website of DPU and click on  ‘apply now’ option to register for 2025 admission. Here is a brief overview of DPU AIET application process:

·       Visit the official website of DPU 

·       Go to MBA/BBA tab

·       Enter information in the empty fields and click on ‘Verify details’ button

·       Login ID and password will be sent on the registered email ID

·       Click on the login URL

·       Click on the ‘Already Applied Tab’ and click ‘Sign In’

·       Key in registered email and password

·       Fill the application form and upload all the required documents

·       Pay fee using credit card/debit card or through UPI/net banking

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DPU Selection Process 2026

Admission procedure for MBA programmes offered by Dr D Y Patil Global Business School and Research Centre includes five steps:

STEP 1: AIET 2026 application

Application forms for AIET 2026 have to be filled and submitted in online mode only. The application fee for both MBA and BBA programme is INR 1,300. The admit card for online proctor based test will be issued to candidates a few days before the exam day. 

STEP 2: AIET 2026

AIET MBA has five sections - English Language, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, Test of Reasoning and Business Judgement.

The AIET BBA question paper has English Language, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, Test of Reasoning.

The duration of the test is 2 hours 30 minutes. AIET 2026 admit card  for the proctor based test will be available for download on the official website two weeks before the exam date.

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STEP 3: Counselling/Group Discussion and Personal Interview

The Group Discussion/Personal Interview round for DPU MBA admission is held at the respective admission test centers after the written test. This year, theGD/PI round is expected to be held via video call. For BBA course, common counselling is conducted for seat allocation to aspirants.

STEP 4: AIET 2026 result

AIET 2026 result will be announced on the official website. Test takers can check their scores by using login IDs. Post declaration of results, merit list of successful candidates will be released.

STEP 5: Final selection for admission

Candidates can be offered admission on the basis of their performance in the written test and GD/PI. Upon selection, candidates can confirm admission before the last date.

Candidates can choose from the following MBA specializations offered by Dr D Y Patil Global Business School and Research Centre:

DPU Courses on Offer

MBA Specializations

  • Human Resource Management
  • Agribusiness Management
  • Hospital and Healthcare Management
  • Financial Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Biotech and Bioinformatics Management
  • Marketing Management
  • International Business Management
  • Pharmaceutical Management
  • Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Management
  • IT & Systems Management
  • Operations & Supply Chain Management
  • Business Analytics

BBA Specializations

In BBA programme, the candidates can choose from the following specializations.

  • Marketing Management
  • Pharmaceutical Management
  • Finance Management
  • Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • IT & Systems Management
  • Agribusiness Management 
  • Media Communication and Management
  • Hospital and Healthcare Management
  • International Business Management

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Q:   How do I download AIET result?
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AIET result will be released at the university website. Candidates will be able to download their AIET result cum scorecard by logging into their AIET account created at the time of registration. Check the steps below:

·       Visit the official website of Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth

·       Click on AIET results

·       Enter registration number and password

Download the result and take print out of the same

Q:   What is the difficulty level of DPU AIET?
A: 

DPU AIET is an easy exam. One can crack it by simply preparing the syllabus and solving some practice tests. There is no negative marking in AIET so candidates will find it easy to solve the questions. The admission cut off is not too high so if one manages to solve a decent number of questions accurately, they can get selected for DPU MBA.

Q:   Where do I download DPU AIET admit card?
A: 

DPU AIET will be issued to candidates after they have completed the registration formalities. Candidates will be able to download it from their AIET dashboard, soon after the application form has been submitted. The DPU AIET admit card is a mandatory document to be presented at the time of online proctored test. The human proctor and invigilator will check every candidate’s identity before the exam will start.

AIET 2026 Contact Information

Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth

Pimpri, Sant Tukaram Nagar, Pune 411018

Maharashtra, India.

Phone: +91-20-27805000/+91-20-27805001

Website: http://dpu.edu.in/

Email id: info@dpu.edu.in

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