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Panjab University Common Entrance Test PG 2024 ( PU-CET (PG) )

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PU-CET (PG) Question Papers: Solving PU-CET (PG) previous year question papers and mocks is a key aspect of the PU-CET (PG) preparation process. It would help a candidate get well-acquainted with the exam pattern, type of questions, marking scheme and difficulty level of the question paper. PU-CET (PG) 2024 was conducted on June 15, 2024, and June 16, 2024. The questions were asked from General Knowledge, Verbal/Reasoning ability, Data interpretation, Commerce & Economics and Information Technology. PU-CET (PG) will be conducted in pen and paper mode and the duration of the examination will be one hour and thirty minutes.

Q:   How many questions are there in the PU-CET PG question paper?
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Number of questions in the PU CET PG question paper can be different for different subjects. The questions are in the multiple choice format and each course has different number of questions. Each question carries one mark and there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. 

There are four choices for each question in the PU CET (PG) exam and the duration of the exam is 90 minutes. 

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  • Benefits of Solving PU-CET (PG) Question Paper 2024
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PU-CET (PG) Question Paper 2024

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PU-CET (PG) Question Paper Structure

MBA commerce & Information Technology

Master of Entrepreneurship and Family Business

Number of Sections

5 (Commerce, Economics, Verbal ability/Reasoning and General awareness)/

5 (General Knowledge, Verbal/Reasoning ability, Data interpretation, Commerce and Economics)

Number of Questions

75

75

Number of Answer Choices

4

4

Total Marks

75

75

Exam Duration

90 minutes

90 minutes

Medium

English

English

Marking Scheme

1 mark for correct answer

1/4 marks will be deducted for wrong answer

1 mark for correct answer

1/4 marks will be deducted for wrong answer

 PU-CET (PG) 2024 Question Paper Structure: Executive MBA

Check the table belwo to know the PU-CET 2024 question paper structure for Executive MBA course.

PU-CET (PG) Question Paper Structure

MBA(Executives)

Number of Sections

5 (General Knowledge; Economics and Business Environment Awareness; Data interpretation and problem-solving; Numerical Ability; Verbal Ability/ Reasoning and English Comprehension)

Number of Questions

85

Number of Answer Choices

4

Total Marks

85

Exam Duration

90 minutes

Medium

English

Marking Scheme

1 mark for correct answer

1/4 marks will be deducted for wrong answer

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Are there any negative marks for incorrect answers in the PU-CET PG question paper?
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Yes, there are negative narks for incorrect answers in the PU-CET (PG) question paper. There are overall 75 multiple-choice questions in the PU-CET (PG). Students will be awarded one mark for each correct answer and there will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer marked by the student. The total marks of the PU CET (PG) question paper is 75 and the duration of the exam is 90 minutes of one hour 30 minutes. 

Q:   Are there subjective questions in PU-CET (PG) exam?
A: 

PU-CET (PG) exam has multiple choice questions and does not include subjective questions. According to the exam pattern, the PU CET PG question paper has objective questions with 4 options each. Each question carries one marks and there is negative markings of 0.25 marks. 

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Benefits of Solving PU-CET (PG) Question Paper 2024

  • It helps a candidate analyze loopholes in his preparation and correct them within the time
  • With constant practice, candidates will learn to solve all the questions within the prescribed time limit
  • Regularly solving PU-CET (PG) question papers is also helpful in finding out the important topics related to the exam.
  • Candidates will also learn to solve all kinds of questions- easy, difficult and lengthy
  • Candidates will also learn shortcut tricks and formulas to solve questions in minimal time

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PU-CET (PG) Question Paper FAQs

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Q:   What is the ideal time to prepare for PU-CET (PG) exam?
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For a good preparation, students should start early. They should being their PU -CET (PG) exam preparation at least 6 months before the exam. The students should thoroughly know the PU CET PG syllabus and exam pattern. Having a plan in place will help the students prepare well in an organized way. 

Students can begin their preparation with covering the syllabus and then moving to taking mock tests and solving old question papers. 

Q:   Can I use a calculator during the PU-CET (PG) exam?
A: 

No, electronic devices such as calculator, laptop, mobile phone, tablets, electronic and digital watches, etc. are prohibited in the PU-CET (PG) exam centre. 

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Answered a month 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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PU CET (PG) registration 2025 had begun in the third week of April 2025. The PU CET PG application form was released on the official website of Punjab University. 

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Rakshit Prabhakar

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Answered a month ago

The Pu-CET (PG) is the entrance test for admission into various postgraduate programs at Panjab University. As a university that is pan-disciplinary, Pu-CET (PG) encompasses a spectrum of conducting all programs leading to careers in academia, research, industry and public service including programs

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Rakshit Prabhakar

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Answered a month ago

PU CET (PG) examination is typically accepted to be an easy to moderately challenging level of exam, and has a commonly practiced format consisting mainly of objective type question which are MCQs. Duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes. When preparing for exam candidates are advised to complete full syl

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The PU CET PG (Panjab University Common Entrance Test for Postgraduate) is an entrance exam conducted by Panjab University - a prominent public university located in Chandigarh. In order to offer admission to its postgraduate programmes in various disciplines, PU has exams such as PU CET PG. The PU

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