PU CET (UG) Pattern 2026: Check Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Candidates can check out the subject combination for the courses offered through PU CET (UG) examination:

The PU CET (UG) exam pattern is as follows:

• Mode of exam: Computer-based test (CBT)
• Language of exam: English
• Number of sections: 4 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology)
• Number of questions per section: 60
• Type of questions: Multiple-choice questions
• Duration per section: 70 minutes
• Total marks: 120 marks per section
• Marking scheme: 2 marks for each correct answer, 0.5 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
• Negative marking: Yes

Candidates can check out the PU CET (UG) seat matrix for all the courses offered from here: 

The following colleges accept PU CET UG scores for admission and participate 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, Chandigarh
GGDSD College, Chandigarh
DAV College, Abohar
DAV College of Education, Abohar
Gopi Chand Arya Mahila College, Abohar
D.A.V. College for Women, Ferozepur Cantt, Ferozepur
DAV College, Hoshiarpur
Government College, Hoshiarpur
DAV College, Jalandhar
Government College, Jalandhar
Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar
DAV College, Kapurthala
Government College, Kapurthala
DAV College, Ludhiana
Government College for Women, Ludhiana
Khalsa College, Ludhiana
DAV College, Patiala
Government College, Patiala
Punjabi University, Patiala
DAV College, Amritsar
Government College, Amritsar
Khalsa College, Amritsar
DAV College of Engineering and Technology, Ferozepur
DAV Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jalandhar
Chandigarh University, Mohali
Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
Rayat-Bahra University, Mohali
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala
Chitkara University, Rajpura

Besides these, there are many other colleges and institutions, which are affiliated with Panjab University, that also grant admission based on the PU CET UG scores.

Once the university sets PU-CET UG eligibility rules, it can not be changed. The criteria include required subjects, minimum marks, and age (if any). Read the brochure to confirm the eligibility before spending money on the application.

PU CET (UG) 2026 marking scheme consits of +2 marks for each correct answer, -0.25 for each wrong answer and 0 marks for unattempted questions. There will be 60 multiple-choice questions per subject with total 120 marks for each section and PU CET (UG) 2026 exam duration will be 4 hours 40 minutes across all sections.

Yes, there will be negative marking in the PU CET (UG) 2026 exam. Students are advised to go through the PU CET (UG) 2026 exam pattern.

Students need to know that 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. The PU CET (UG) 2026 marking scheme helps to identify good students who know the PU CET (UG) exam very well.

Here is a general PU CET (UG) eligibility criteria to appear for the exam:

Education Background: Completion or enrollment in a 12th standard from a recognised Institution

Minimum Academic Performance: Minimum passing mark average of 50%.

Course Science Specifics: For courses that focus on the study of Plants (botany) and Animals (zoology), a minimum of 3 subjects which include Physics, Chemistry & Biology should be completed. These subjects/qualifications include English as well.

For PU CET (UG) 2026 students must pass their 10+2 from a recognised board and they must have secured at least 50% marks. Subjects they should have in their Class 12 are: 

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Mathematics

PU‑CET (UG) has different papers for different subjects. Applicants must choose subjects based on the course they want. Each subject is a separate MCQ paper with its own marks. Your overall score is the total of the papers you attempt. 

Firstly, students should check the website to download their PU CET (UG) admit card, which will be released on May 5, 2026. You are advised to do PU CET (UG) 2026 Exam Preparation as it helps the candidates to strategically plan for the examination from a specified syllabus, pattern and previous year's question papers as the PU CET (UG) 2026 entrance exam will be conducted on May 10, 2026. 

Below are the important instructions students need to follow before PU CET (UG) 2026 exam:

• Student must have passed 10+2 with 50% marks & for reserved students minimum of 45% marks.
• Candidate must be 17 years old.
• Register online, note your login ID and password
• Pay PU CET (UG) application fee and upload documents like a photograph and signature.
• Study PU CET (UG) 2026 syllabus properly.
• Solve previous year papers and mocks, analyse your mistakes, etc.

When filling the PU-CET form for UG courses, one must choose preferred cities. The university assigns the exam centre based on their choices and available seats. The exact centre name and address are given on the hall ticket.