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Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test 2022 ( IPU CET )

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Dhanya B
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IPU CET 2026 exam pattern is extremely important for candidates aspiring for admission to BTech lateral entry and BTech (Biotechnology). IPU CET exam pattern 2026 includes details like types of questions, marking scheme, the total number of questions, etc. Besides, it helps in understanding the layout of the question paper. Knowledge of the IPU CET syllabus 2026 is also important to prepare a good preparation strategy.

IPU CET exam is conducted for Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for Diploma holders (Code 128), Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for BSc Graduates (Code 129) and BTech (Bio-Technology) (Code 130).  The IPU CET counselling process for these programmes will be conducted after the results are out. Admissions to the BTech (Code 131) programme of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University will be made through IPU CET 2026 counselling.Further, look over more details about the exam pattern below.

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  • IPU CET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
  • IPU CET 2026 Exam Pattern
  • IPU CET Exam Pattern 2026 Marking Scheme
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IPU CET Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights

Check highlights of IPU CET exam pattern in table given below.

Particulars  

Details

Exam mode

Offline

Subjects of the Entrance Test

LE BTech  (DIPLOMA) 

Applied Mechanics-(25%) 
Applied Mathematics-(25%) 
Computer Awareness and Physics / Chemistry Knowledge-(25%) 
Analytical and Logical Reasoning-(25%)

LE BTech (BSc)

BSc Level Mathematics- (40%) 
English (10+2 level)-(20%) 
Analytical & Logical Reasoning (20%)
Scientific Aptitude - (20%)

BTech (Bio-Technology)

Physics (upto 12th Level)-(20%) 
Chemistry (upto 12th Level)-(20%) 
Mathematics (upto 12th Level)-(20%)
Biology (Botany and Zoology) (upto 12h Level)– (40%) or 
Biotechnology (upto 12th Level)-(40%)

Duration of exam

150 minutes

Number of questions

100 questions with 4 Multiple Choice Response

Marks Allotted

Each question shall carry Four Marks. There shall be a negative marking of one mark for every wrong answer.

Type of questions

Objective type questions

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IPU CET 2026 Exam Pattern

IPU CET question paper will include a total of 100 objective-type questions. Each question will carry four options, out of which only one option will be correct. Candidates are required to mark correct one on OMR sheet. The questions will be asked from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology for BTech (BioTechnology). Candidates can check IPU CET syllabus to know about important topics of the different subjects. It will help them in devising a better exam preparation strategy.

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IPU CET Exam Pattern 2026 Marking Scheme

One question will carry four marks i.e. for every correct answer, four marks will be awarded. On the other hand, there is a provision of negative marking wherein one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

Particulars

Details  

Correct answer

+4

Incorrect answer  

-1

Unattempted questions

0

Total marks

400

Section-wise weightage of subjects for LE BTech  (DIPLOMA) 

Sections

Weightage

Applied Mechanics  25%
Applied Mathematics  25%
Computer Awareness and Physics / Chemistry Knowledge 25%
Analytical and Logical Reasoning 25%

Section-wise weightage of subjects for LE BTech (BSc)

Sections

Weightage

BSc Level Mathematics  40%
English (10+2 level)  20%
Analytical & Logical Reasoning  20%
Scientific Aptitude  20%

Section-wise weightage of subjects for BTech (BioTechnology)

Sections

Weightage

Physics

20%

Chemistry

20%

Mathematics

20%

Biology (Botany and Zoology)

40%

 

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Answered 20 hours ago

IPU CET cutoff will be released on the official website, ipu.admissions.nic.in. The cutoff will be released after the results are out. 

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Pallavi Sinha

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 21 hours ago

Candidates must spend 1 to 2 hours a day preparing for IPU CET. The exam syllabus is based on the qualifying exam, for eg. IPU CET syllabus for BioTechnology is based on the Class 11 and 12 curriculum. This makes it easier for the students to prepare for the exam. 

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Dhanya B

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 22 hours ago

The IPU CET Syllabus PDF can be downloaded from the official website. The syllabus link will be provided soon. 

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Akansha Karan

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 22 hours ago

The IPU CET syllabus will be available on the official website. The CET syllabus will be different for each course. Candidates must check the syllabus before they start exam preparation. 

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Mohit Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 22 hours ago

The IPU CET 2026 syllabus varies for each course. The BTech (Lateral Entry) syllabus includes topics from Applied Mechanics,  Applied Mathematics,  Computer Awareness and Physics/ Chemistry Related Knowledge,  Analytical and Logical Reasoning

The BTech (Biotechnology) syllabus includes topics from Ph

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Aishwarya Garg

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 days ago

Candidates need not write IPU CET to apply for BTech. They can apply for BTech at the IP University with the JEE Main score.

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Manisha Sahni

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 days ago

Clearing the IPU CET for BTech Diploama laterl entry exam in first attempt is not a difficult task. To score good marks in IPU CET in the first attempt, it is advised that students study the diploma-level syllabus topics thoroughly. They must clear all the concepts. Diploma books which students stud

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Rachit Chatterjee

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

IPU CET 2026 will be conducted for 150 minutes. There will be 100 questions with 4 Multiple Choice Response. Each question will carry 4 marks. There shall be a negative marking of one mark for every wrong answer.

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Ishita Patra

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 days ago

Yes.  It is compulsory to attend all the sections. 20% of the questions will be in English. The candidates must definitely attempt the questions from english. 

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Mohit Gaurav

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

Yes. Candidates can crack the IPU CET through self-study. There is no need of coaching class for IPU CET. The syllabus will be based on what the candidates have studied in the previous course. 

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Dhanya B

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