PU CET UG 2025 Application (Soon): Know Step by Step Process Here

Panjab University Common Entrance Test (UG) 2025 ( PU-CET (UG) )

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Updated on Oct 28, 2024 12:10 IST

PU CET UG 2025 application process for the academic session 2025-2026 will start in the third week of March 2025, tentatively. Candidates who wish to take admissions in the four-year BSc Hons and Pharmacy degree programmes offered by Panjab University must fill out the registration form by creating a registered account on the official website portal in the mentioned timeline. 

Candidates will be required to fill in the personal details, exam centre preferences, document upload and other details asked by the exam officials in the form. To successfully submit the application form candidates need to pay the PU CET UG 2025 registration fee and save a confirmation page for further use. 

Candidates are advised to check out the PU CET UG eligibility criteria 2025 meticulously before filling out the application form in order to not lose their candidature at any stage during the admission process. Complete PU CET UG 2025 registration dates will be announced in due course time.

To learn how to fill out the PU CET UG 2025 application form, candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps.

Q:   When will be PU CET UG 2025 Exam notification releasing?

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PU CTE UG 2025 exam will be conducted by the Panjab University for the academic session 2205-2026. As of now, the exam officails has not released any exam notification on the official website.

However, following the previosu year trends, the exam authrouty is expected to announce the PU CET UG 2025 exam notification and admission process schedule in the fourth week of March 2025, tentatively. Candidates who have passed their Class 12 and wish to get enrol in the BSc hons degree and Pharmacy programmes offered by Panjab University can appear for the PU CET UG 2025 examination. 

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Q:   When will PU CET UG 2025 Registration Starting?

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Candidates who has sucessfully compeleted their Class 12 or appeared for the same will eb able to appear in PU CET UG 2025 examiantion which will offer 4 year BSc Hons Degree and Pharmacy degree programme offered at Panjab University and other affiliated particiapting institutes for the academic session 2025-2026.

As the exam officials is yet to announe the PU CET UG 2025 exam regsutartion dates, as per the previous year trends followed, candidates can expect the release of the PU CET UG application form 2025 in the third week of March 2025, tentatively.

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Q:   What is the PU CET (UG) 2025 exam dates?

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PU CET UG 2025 exam is expected to be held in the second week of May 2025, tenatatively at Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Muktsar, and Hoshiarpur exam centres in the offline mode for 70 minutes each section. Panjab University is a premier institution in India for education and research in the sciences, and its alumni are working in leading scientific and technological organizations in India and around the world.

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Q:   What is the primary purpose of conducting PU CET (UG) 2025 examination?

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The primary purpose of conducting the Panjab University Common Entrance Test (PU CET) UG 2024 examination is to select eligible candidates for admission to undergraduate programs (BSc (Hons.) under the framework of Hons. School System (CBCS) and B. Pharmacy) offered by Panjab University and its affiliated colleges. The exam is conducted in a centralized manner, ensuring fair and impartial selection of candidates.

PU CET UG 2024 is a competitive exam, and the scores obtained in the exam are used to rank candidates. The admission process is conducted in multiple rounds, and the candidates with the highest ranks are offered admission to their preferred programs.

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How to fill PU CET (UG) Application Form 2025

Step 1: Register

  • Applicants had to visit the official website or visit ie.,will be notified soon
  • The candidate had to first have to register in order to apply for PU CET 2025. Candidates had to create a login ID and password using ‘Oniine Registration'. The candidate will have to enter details such as their respective names, email ID and mobile number.
  • The candidate had to note down the login ID and password details and then log in using the registered credentials and proceed to fill in the application form.

Step 2: Fill Application Form

Candidates had to click on ‘Online Application form’. From there on, they had to fill in the details in the application form which are as mentioned below:

  • Name
  • Contact details (address, mobile number and email ID)
  • Valid identity proof
  • Father's name
  • Documents to be uploaded - Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheet, passport size photograph and signature

Q:   How to fill PU CET (UG) 2025 application form?

A:

To fill the PU CET UG 2025 application form, candidates will need to follow these steps:

1. Visit the official PU CET website.
2. Click on the "Apply Now" button.
3. Register for the exam by providing your basic details, such as your name, email ID, and phone number.
4. Login to your account and pay the application fee through online mode.
5. Fill in the application form carefully, providing all the required information, such as your personal details, academic qualifications, and course preferences.
6. Upload scanned images of your photograph and signature in the specified format.
7. Review your application form carefully and click on the "Submit" button.

Once you have submitted your application form, you will receive a confirmation email. You can also download a copy of your application form for your reference.

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Q:   What is the reservation criteria for the seats offered through PU CET (UG) 2025 exam?

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Admission in all categories shall be made subject to fulfilment of the eligibility conditions and in accordance with the provisions contained in the Handbook of Information and Rules for Admission, 2025.

1) 53.5% of the seats in each course shall be treated as belonging to the General Category.
2) 46.5% of seats shall be treated as belonging to the Reserved Category, as per the details given below:
(i) 15% for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes.
(ii) 7.5% for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribes.
(iii) 5% for candidates belonging to the Backward Classes 

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Q:   Who all are ineligible to appear in PU CET (UG) 2025 examination?

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  • The candidates who have passed/appeared in 10+2 Examinations of Mahila Gram Vidyapith, Allahabad are ineligible to appear in the PU – CET (U.G.) Entrance Test, as this institution has been derecognised by Panjab University, Chandigarh. The examination conducted by the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Delhi, included in the booklet of recognised exams, has also been deleted from the Booklet. 
  • The candidates having compartment in 10+2 examination held in March-2023 will not be eligible for admission in the course. The candidates who do not appear in PU – CET (U.G.) Entrance Test or who do not qualify PU – CET (U.G.) Entrance Test shall not be considered for the admission.
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PU CET (UG) 2025 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of PU-CET (UG) 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

Mar '25 - Apr '25

PU CET (UG) 2025 Application Form

TENTATIVE

Mar '25 - May '25

PU CET (UG) 2025 Registration Fee

TENTATIVE

May '25

PU CET (UG) 2025 Admit Card

TENTATIVE

May '25

PU CET (UG) 2025 Exam Day

TENTATIVE

PU CET UG 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants must make sure that they check the eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Applications that do not meet the eligibility criteria will be rejected by the officials. 

Course

Criteria

Botany

  • The candidate should have passed 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English
  • 5% concession is admissible in eligibility marks to SC /ST/BC/PwD candidates

Zoology

Anthropology

  • The candidate should have passed 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology
  • 5% concession is admissible in eligibility marks to SC /ST/BC/PwD candidates

Chemistry

Geology

Physics

Physics (Specialisation in Electronics)

Biochemistry

  • The candidate should have passed 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology/ Biotechnology
  • 5% concession is admissible in eligibility marks to SC /ST/BC/PwD candidates

Microbiology

Biotechnology

  • The candidate should have passed 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks with English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology / Biotechnology / Computer Science
  • 5% concession is admissible in eligibility marks to SC /ST/BC/PwD candidates

Biophysics

Mathematics

  • Should have passed 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks with Mathematics as one of the subjects
  • 5% concession is admissible in eligibility marks to SC /ST/BC/PwD candidates

Q:   What are the age limit criteria for PU CET (UG) exam?

A:

The age limit criteria for the PU CET UG exam is as follows:

  •  Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.
  • There is no upper age limit for the exam.

Candidates are advised to carefully check the age limit criteria before applying for the exam. If a candidate is found to be ineligible, their application will be rejected.

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for B.Pharma course for appearing in PU CET (UG) examination?

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Following is the requirements for a candidate who wish to appear for B Pharma Course :

50% Marks in 10+2 examination conducted by the respective
State/Central Government authorities recognised as equivalent to 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English, Physics,  Chemistry and one of the following subject:-
Biology/ Biotechnology/ Mathematics 

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Q:   What is the PU CET UG Eligibility criteria for BPharmacy course?

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Candidates can check out the eligibility criteria for BPharmacy course form here:

  • Educational Qulaification Required: 50% Marks in 10+2 examination conducted by the respective State/Central Government authorities recognised as equivalent to 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English, Physics, Chemistry and one of the following subject:- Biology/ Biotechnology/ Mathematics.
  • Combination of PU CET UG Subjects: (i) Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) or (ii) Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM)
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PU CET 2024 Application Fee

Step 3: Pay Application Fee

  • After filling in all the required details, the candidate has to then proceed to pay the application fee.

Category

Mode

Amount

General

Offline/Online

INR 2,395

SC, ST, PwD

Offline/Online

INR 1,198

For additional papers for Biology or Mathematics, candidates have to pay INR 300 extra. 

  • The candidate can pay the application fee via online or offline.
  • For Online: The candidate can pay the application fee via net banking/credit card/ debit card.
  • For Offline: A demand draft can be paid to the following address:

Coordinator, CET Admissions,

Department of Microbiology,

Basic Medical Sciences Block-I,

Sector-25, South Campus,

Panjab University, Chandigarh – 160014

Q:   Can I pay the application fee of PU CET UG exam offline?

A:

The only platform of paying the PU CET UG application fee is via online mode. So far, the examination conducting body has not mentioned about paying the application fee offline.

The online way of paying the application fee of PU CET UG examination is through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI Services. Processing charges and GST as applicable are chargeable to the candidate (in addition to the examination fee) by the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway Integrator. The Confirmation Page of the online Application Form will be generated only after successful payment by the
Candidate. 

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PU CET UG 2025 Application Form: Documents Required

Before paying the PU CET UG 2025 registration fee, the most important step in the PU CET UG application form 2025 is uploading the PU CET UG 2025 documents that are being requested by the exam authority on the web portal. The exam authority will not ask for any graduation or category certificates to be uploaded. However, candidates are required to upload the following documents:

  • Candidate's Photograph
  • Candidate's Signature

PU CET UG 2025 Application Correction

Only those candidates who have submitted the application form and paid the requisite application fee will be eligible to make the changes in the application form. 

If candidates made any mistake in PU CET UG 2025 registration forms, they can correct it in the correction window. Here we have provided steps to correct the application form:

  • Visit the website of PU CET UG 2025 official website- Link will be provided soon

  • Click on "Sign In" tab or application form correction link.

  • Then click on the login button & enter user id and password.

  •  After login you can change specific details in PU CET UG 2025 Application form.

  •  Save the changes and take the printout of the form for future uses.

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Apart from the PU CET UG 2025 admit card, candidates needed to carry the following documents and objects:

  • Any government-issued original photo identity card such as PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, Ration Card, Passport, etc.

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No, you cannot present a digital copy of your PU CET UG admit card in place of the original at the exam centre. The PU CET UG admit card is a required document that acts as confirmation of your eligibility and permits you to sit for the exam. You will not be permitted to enter the exam centre or tak

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The PU CET UG admit card is important for several reasons:

It is a mandatory document for entry into the examination hall. Without the admit card, candidates will not be allowed to take the exam. It contains important information about the candidate, such as their name, roll number, exam date, time,

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PU CET UG 025 exam shift timing is yet to be announced by the examination conducting body. Candidates can check out the previous years PU CET UG 2025 shift timings from here:

SubjectShift Timings
Paper-I: Mathematics9.00 – 10.10 a.m.
Paper-II: Chemistry10.40 – 11.50 a.m.
Paper-III: Physics12.20 – 1.30 p.m.
Paper-IV: Biology 2.20 – 3.30 p.m.

 

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No. Candidates will have to download the PU CET UG 2025 admit card online. The admit card will not be sent to the candidate via mail, post or courier. Hence, as and when the admit card is released, candidates will have to visit the official website of the exam, log in with their registration credent

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If you consider yourself a mediocre student, don't let that discourage you. With the right strategies and dedication, you can still achieve success in the PU CET UG exam. Here are some tips to help you prepare effectively:

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Advantages of Conducting PU CET UG Exam in Offline Mode

  1. Fairness and Reliability: Offline exams are generally considered more reliable in terms of preventing cheating and ensuring fair assessment. There's less risk of technical glitches or unauthorized access to exam content.

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Aspirants should check the following steps to start with the preparation process of PU CET UG 2025.

Step 1: Know the PU CET UG syllabus thoroughly.

Step 2: Understand the PU CET UG exam pattern and marking scheme.

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Candiates who had completed their class 12 examination or will be completing in the coming up acadmeic session cycle, will be able to appear in the PU CET UG 2025 examination.

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The PU CET UG exam is conducted once a year. The exam is typically held in the month of March or April. The exact dates of the exam are announced by the Panjab University a few months before the exam.

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