IPU CET 2026: Admit Card, Exam Dates, Application Form, Result, Admission Process, Counselling

Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test 2026 ( IPU CET )

Dhanya B
Updated on Oct 7, 2025 16:14 IST

By Dhanya B

IPU CET 2026: IPU CET 2026 is conducted for Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for BSc graduates, Lateral Entry for Diploma Holders and Biotechnology. The Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University CET registration link will be available on the official website. Candidates can download the IPU CET Admit Card from ipu.ac.in. The dates of the IPU CET 2026 Admit Card, IPU CET 2026 exam, and IPU CET 2026 Result are available in the table below. Applicants can view their results by logging into the IPU CET 2026 University website, which is available in PDF format. The IPU CET counselling 2026 will be conducted from June 2026. To participate in the IPU 2026 counselling, candidates must pay the counselling participation fee and a registration fee. The candidates can check the results of the counselling rounds on the official website of the conducting authority. Based on the scores obtained in the entrance test, the candidates are allotted seats during the IPU 2026 counselling.

Candidates can also refer to the IPU CET 2026 Exam Pattern and IPU CET 2026 syllabus here. IPU CET 2026 is conducted for BTech Biotechnology, Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for Diploma holders, and Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for BSc Graduates. Read the full article to learn more about IPU CET 2026. 

IPU CET 2026 exam is not conducted for BE/BTech admission. BE/BTech. and BArch. Admissions are based solely on JEE Main scores. Candidates who will appear for the JEE Main 2026 and want to participate in the Indraprastha University (IPU) 2026 counselling rounds can register themselves and complete the choice-filling process online on the official website at ipu.admissions.nic.in. 

Table of content
  • What is IPU CET?
  • IPU CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • IPU CET 2026 Highlights
  • IPU CET 2026 Application Form
  • IPU CET 2026 Result
  • IPU CET 2026 Counselling
  • IPU CET 2026 Cutoff: BTech
  • IPU CET 2026 Contact Information
  • IPU CET 2026 FAQs
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What is IPU CET?

IPU CET full form is Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test. Candidates striving for admission to various courses at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University will be admitted either through the National Level Test conducted or through IPU CET conducted by the University or on the merit of the qualifying degrees depending on the course they want to apply for. There shall be no CET for admissions to BTech/BA LLB/BBA LLB/LLM & BArch programme.

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Following are the names of the BTech programmes for which admission is based on the IPU CET score. 

Name of the courses

CET Codes

BTech (Bio-Technology)

130

Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for Diploma holders (Admission
is to the 2nd year/ 3rd semester of the 4-year degree BTech programme)

128

Lateral Entry to BTech Programmes for BSc Graduates (Admission
is to the 2nd year/ 3rd semester of the 4-year degree BTech programme)

129

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Q:   What is the level of IPU CET?
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Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test IPU CET is a National Level Exam. IPU CET or Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test, is a competitive examination conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) in Delhi, India. It is held annually for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by the university and its affiliated colleges.

Q:   When is IPU CET conducted?
A: 

The IPU CET 2026 exam will be conducted from April 2026. The registration link for IPU CET 2026 will be active from February  2026 to April 2026. The IPU CET 2026 will be conducted for various courses by the university. 

Q:   What is the full form of IPU CET?
A: 

The full form of IPU CET is Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test. It is a common entrance exam conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU). The exam is conducted for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by colleges affiliated to the university.

IPU CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

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

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Feb ' 26 - Apr ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Application Form Availability

TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Release of Admit Card

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Apr ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Exam Date for BTech (Bio-Technology) - Code 130

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Exam Date for BTech (Lateral Entry for Diploma Holders) - Code 128

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Exam Date for BTech (Bio-Technology) - Code 130

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Exam Date for BTech (Lateral Entry for BSc graduates) - Code 129

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

IPU CET 2026 Exam Date for BTech (Lateral Entry for Diploma Holders) - Code 128

TENTATIVE
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IPU CET 2026 Highlights

Check the highlights of IPU CET 2026 in the table given below:

Particulars Details
Name of the Exam Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET)
Conducted By Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
Exam Level Undergraduate 
Exam Frequency Annual
Mode of Exam Pen-and-Paper-Based Test
Total Registrations N/A
Course offered through the exam UG, PG, BEd and PhD courses
Exam Fees

INR 1200

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Number of Section

3

Total Questions

150

Marking Scheme

For every correct answer, 4 marks will be allotted. 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.

Medium of Exam English 
No. of Test Cities N/A
Official Website ipu.ac.in
Contact Details

Contact No - +91-11-25302170

Email ID - ggsipu.pr@rediffmail.com, pro@ipu.ac.in

 

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria to apply for IPU CET B.Tech?
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Passed in Class 12 examination from a recognised board with a minimum of 55% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The candidate should have passed English as a subject of study (core/ elective/ functional) in the qualifying examination. Appeared in JEE Main Paper 1 conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA and admission would be based on the merit list/rank list. B.Tech (Biotechnology) Pass in Class 12 examination with a minimum of 55% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology/Biotechnology. Appeared in the IPU CET, and their name should be in the merit list/rank list.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria to apply for IPU CET BTech BSc Lateral entry?
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For Lateral Entry BTech, BSc Candidates should have passed BSc. With Mathematics as a subject. The candidates must have scored a minimum of 60% marks from any recognised University. The candidates should have appeared in the IPU CET. The name of the candidate should be there in the merit list/rank list.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria to apply for IPU CET B.Tech Diploma lateral entry?
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Candidates should have passed three years Diploma in the relevant subject with a minimum of 60% marks. Appeared in the IPU CET and their name should be in the merit list/rank list. Candidates should have cleared Mathematics as a subject at the Class 12 level or should have studied Mathematics as a subject in the first year of the Diploma programme. Candidates should not have any backlog in any of the subjects in the qualifying examination.

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IPU CET 2026 Application Form

DeskCalendarRegistration: Feb ' 26 - Apr ' 26

The IPU CET application form will be available on the official website. The steps to fill out the IPU CET application form are provided below.
  • Open the official website,  ipu.ac.in.
  • Find the "GGSIPU Registration 2026" tab and click on it. 
  • Click on the  "New Candidate Registration" tab.
  • Read the guidelines carefully and click on the  "I Agree" tab.
  • Enter all the details on the registration form.
  • Click on  "Submit".
  • After registration, log in using the registered user ID and password sent to the provided email ID.
  • Click on the "Sign In" tab.
  • Fill in the application form with personal details, choose exam city preferences, and verify the information.
  • Upload necessary documents, including scanned photographs and signatures, following the specified guidelines.
  • Pay the application fee using a debit/credit card or net banking.
  • Review the filled-in details in the application form and print a copy for future reference.

Documents Required for IPU CET Application Form 2026

  • Class 10 mark sheet.

  • Class 12 mark sheet.

  • Diploma Certificate (if applicable).

  • Date of birth certificate.

  • Caste/category certificate (if applicable).

  • Passport-size photograph.

  • Scanned signature/left thumb impression.

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IPU CET Application Form 2025: Steps to Apply, Application Fee and More

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Q:   What is the last date to submit the application form of IPU CET?
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The last date to submit the IPU CET application form will be in April 2026. The candidates have to submit the application before the last date. The application form will be available from February 2026. The application form availability date and link will be updated here. The application form is available on the official website.

Q:   In which mode should the IPU CET application fee payment made?
A: 

IPU CET application fee is INR 1200. To complete the online application form for IPU CET 2026, candidates are required to pay an application fee of INR 1200. Upon successful registration, candidates will receive a unique ID and Password. The candidates can fill the application form after registration by providing their personal, educational, and other necessary information.

Q:   When will the IPU CET application form be released?
A: 

The IPU CET application form is expected to be released in February 2026. The last date to apply for the exam will be in April 2026. The application fee must be paid while submitting the application form. 

 

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IPU CET 2026 Result

The IPU CET 2026 results have been announced for LE-BTech for BSc Holders (CET Code - 129), LE-BTech for Diploma Holders (CET Code - 128), and BioTechnology (CET Code - 130) on the official website, ipu.ac.in. The results are available in PDF format, and a link to the IPU CET results can be found on the homepage of the official website. Candidates who participated in the IPU CET 2026 can download their results by visiting the official website. The ranks obtained in the entrance examination are accessible through the IPU CET result 2026.

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Q:   When will the result of the IPU CET be declared?
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IPU CET result 2026 was declared a few days post conclusion of the exam. The result of LE-BTech for Diploma Holder (CET Code - 128) has been announced. The IPU CET Result for LE-BTech for BSc Holders (CET Code - 129) and BioTechnology (CET Code - 130) is released on the official website. The counselling process has started after the results were out. 

Q:   What details are required to check IPU CET result?
A: 

No details are required to check IPU CET result. IPU CET result is released in the form of rank list in PDF format. The candidates will be called for counselling based on their scores in IPU CET 2026. The following steps should be followed to check IPU CET 2026 result.

  • Go to ipu. ac.
  • Click on the result link.
  • Candidates will have to select their subject.
  • IPU CET result will open in the form of a rank list
  • To save the rank list PDF, candidates can click on the download icon/button.
  • Wait until the file downloads successfully.
  • After that, the candidates can open the IPU CET 2026 rank list and search for their names.
Q:   Is it possible to download the IPU CET result again in case it is misplaced?
A: 

Yes, it is possible to download the IPU CET result again in case it is misplaced. The result will be available on the official website. The candidates must follow the same procedure as before to download the result. They should click on the result link and download their result using their login credentials. The IPU CET result is announced on different days for various courses.

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IPU CET 2026 Counselling

DeskCalendarCounselling: Jun ' 26

The admission authority of IPU will conduct counselling for admission to the BTech stream. Candidates who will be eligible can take part in the counselling process for admission. The counselling process for IPU CET 2026 includes multiple steps like fee payment, registration, choice filling, seat allocation, document verification, and more.

IPU CET details are provided below. 

Counselling Schedule:  The official website of GGSIPU releases the counselling schedule for IPU CET. 
Counselling Process:  The IPU CET counselling process includes registration, payment of counselling charges, selection of preferences, allocation of seats, and verification of documents.
Registration:   Candidates who successfully took the IPU CET exam must sign up for the counselling process on the official GGSIPU website.
Counselling fee payment:  After registration, candidates must pay the counselling fee. 
Selection of Choices:  Candidates must select the preferred institutions and programmes 
Seat Allocation:  Candidates are rarely allotted seats based on their rank, category, and preferences.
Document Verification:  After being assigned seats, candidates are required to visit the specified college to pay the admission fees and confirm their documents.
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Q:   What is the criteria for appearing in IPU CET B.Tech counselling?
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Candidates should have a valid JEE Main scorecard to apply for IPU CET B.Tech counselling. Admission to the B.Tech course is given based on JEE Main score, followed by IPU CET counselling. The link for IPU CET 2026 counselling registration and choice filling is made available online on the official website at ipu. admissions. nic. in. To participate in the IPU CET 2026 counselling, candidates need to pay the counselling participation fee.

Q:   Which documents are required at the time of IPU CET document verification?
A: 

The documents required for verification are JEE Main admit card & result (for B.Tech course), IPU CET 2026 score card (B.Tech (BioTechnology), Lateral Entry to B.Tech Programmes for B.Sc. Graduates, Lateral Entry to B.Tech Programmes for Diploma holders) caste category Certificate admission receipt, provisional allotment letter, and conduct Certificate. The candidates must make sure that all the documents are provided during document verification. After confirmation of the seats, candidates have to go through the document verification process.

Q:   How is IPU CET counselling conducted?
A: 

IPU CET counselling is being conducted in online mode. The candidates are allotted seats during IPU CET counselling. Candidates are called for counselling based on their JEE Main score for the B.Tech programme. For B.Tech (Biotechnology), Lateral Entry to B.Tech programmes for Diploma holders and Lateral Entry to B.Tech programmes for B.Sc. Graduates, candidates are called for counselling based on IPU CET score.

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IPU CET 2026 Cutoff: BTech

Candidates striving for admission must qualify for the cutoff to secure a seat. IPU CET 2026 cutoff will be prepared based on seat availability, no. of applicants, etc. Candidates can take a look at the IPU CET previous years' cutoff to get an idea of the expected cutoff for this year.

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IPU CET 2025 Cut off

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Q:   What details are mentioned in IPU CET result?
A: 

The IPU CET 2026 result typically includes:
Candidate’s Name
Roll Number
Rank/Score
Course Applied
Qualifying Status

Q:   Are the IPU CET result of all the courses declared at the same time?
A: 

IPU CET results of the different courses will be released separately on different dates. The candidates must check the official website regularly to check for the result. The results link is updated here. The results of LE-BTech for Diploma Holders (CET Code - 128), LE-BTech for BSc Holders (CET Code - 129), and BioTechnology (CET Code - 130) will be in June 2024, tentatively. The exam dates can be expected in May and June 2026.

IPU CET 2026 Contact Information

Contact Details

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Sector - 16C Dwarka
Delhi - 110078, India
Tel: +91-11-25302170
Fax: +91-11- 25302111

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Q:   How frequently IPU CET exam is conducted in a year?
A: 

IPU CET is conducted only one time in a year for the admission of the candidates. The exam is conducted for admission to various courses at Guru Govind Singh Indraprastha University. IPU CET is conducted only for some of the courses that are not covered under the national level entrance exams. It is recommended to check the official website of GGSIPU for the latest updates on the IPU CET exam schedule.

Q:   For which non-medical programmes the score of the National Level Test is considered for admission?
A: 

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University considers the merit/score of the National Level Test score conducted by agencies other than the University for admission to the B.Tech LL.B. MCA LL. M. and MBA. Only applicants who have passed the relevant National Level Test will be considered for admission through the university's counselling process if they meet the eligibility and admission requirements. It's crucial that applicants accurately enter their National Level Test application number/registration number in the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University's application form.

Q:   What is the code of B.Tech, B.Tech LE (Diploma), B.Tech, LE B.Sc. and B.Tech (Biotechnology) for IPU CET?
A: 

The code for different B.Tech programmes offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) are: The code of B.Tech LE (Diploma) is 128, B.Tech LE B.Sc. Is 129, B.Tech (Biotechnology) is 130, and B.Tech is 131. 

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IPU CET 2026 FAQs

IPU CET 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

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Q:   Can I edit the Andhra Pradesh EAMCET application form after submission?
A: 

Yes, candidates could edit their Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2025 application form, but only during a specific correction window. 

Correction Window will be open in May 2026. The online correction facility was open on the official site, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET.  Candidates needed to log in using your Registration No., Payment Reference ID, Qualifying Exam Hall Ticket No., Mobile, and Date of Birth. Candidates could correct/modify these details:

    • Academic info: Qualifying exam/year, medium, place of study, SSC/intermediate hall-ticket & year
    • Personal info: Mother's name, birth state/district, gender, community, local/minority status, annual income, address, Aadhaar, mobile/email, special category, exam centre choices 
Q:   What is the pattern of the IPU CET exam?
A: 

Duration: 2.5 hours

Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Marks: 400

Negative Marking: Yes, -1 for each wrong answer

Marking Scheme: +4 for each correct answer

The syllabus varies for each course.

Q:   What a candidate can do if he/she wants to apply for more than one CET?
A: 

If a candidate wants to apply for more than one CET, they must fill separate application form for each CET. IPU CET 2026 application process for various UG and PG courses is available from February 2026 to April 2026. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be able to fill out the application form. To participate in the examination and admission process, the IPU CET application form 2026 has to be filled out with the correct details only.

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Yes, after successfully submitting the IPU CET application form and paying the fee, you will receive a confirmation page/receipt on the screen. You should download and print this confirmation page for future reference, as it serves as proof of successful submission. No separate confirmation is sent

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Suppose you forget your IPU CET application number or login password. In that case, you can retrieve it by using the “Forgot Application Number/Password” option available on the official IPU CET login page. You will need to enter details such as your registered email ID, mobile number, or date of bi

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Yes, you can edit the IPU CET application form after submission, but only during the official correction window provided by GGSIPU. Edits are allowed in limited fields, and once the correction period is over, no further changes can be made.

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You need to provide personal details (name, date of birth, gender), academic details (Class 10 & 12 marks), contact information, course preferences, and upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression).

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No, digital copies are not accepted. You must carry a printed hard copy of the IPU CET admit card to the exam centre along with a valid photo ID. Without the printed admit card, entry into the examination hall will not be permitted.

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