SRMHCAT Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
SRMH Common Admission Test 2026 ( SRMHCAT )
SRMHCAT 2026 Exam Phase 4
9 May '26 - 5 Jun '26
SRMHCAT 2026 will be conducted in online as well as pen and paper mode. The exam pattern is prescribed by SRM University. The test structure is same for all UG and PG courses. Total time duration is 90 miuntes and there is no sectional time limit. Candidates have to solve 100 questions in the given time limit. It is not mandatory to solve all the questions but candidates must aim to attempt maximum questions. Check the SRMHCAT 2026 exam pattern below:
- SRMHCAT Exam Pattern 2026
- Step Wise SRMHCAT Preparation Tips
- How to prepare for SRMHCAT 2026?
- SRMHCAT FAQs
SRMHCAT Exam Pattern 2026
SRMHCAT is an MCQ based test. Check below SRMHCAT 2026 exam pattern and test structure.
| Exam Features |
Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Pen-paper and Computer-based |
| Test duration |
90 minutes |
| Subjects |
BTech paper:
BCom/ BLib.Sc/ Integrated MBA/MBA/MTech and MLibs.Sc and MA in English:
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| Type of questions |
Multiple Choice based questions |
| Total Questions |
100 questions |
| Total Marks |
300 marks |
| Marking Scheme |
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The details for SRMHCAT 2026 will be mentioned on the admit card of candidates.
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Candidates will have to appear for the exam by presenting their SRMHCAT admit card 2026 at their allotted test centres only
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Commonly asked questions
SRMHCAT exam is conducted to check the applicant's aptitude for business management. It is an easy test with questions from English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude.
SRMHCAT application form is to be filled online.
- Go to SRM University, Sonipat, website and click on Apply now option
- Register as New User with name, email id, mobile number, etc.
- On successful registration, a login password will be shared.
- Use login password to access the application form.
- Upload scanned recent passport size photograph and signature as per specifications.
- Pay SRMHCAT Application Fee of INR 1,100 (non-refundable)
Step Wise SRMHCAT Preparation Tips
Follow the easy steps below to start with SRMHCAT preparations for MBA admissions.
- Go through SRMHCAT syllabus 2026 completely.
- Understand SRMHCAT exam pattern and marking scheme and prepare accordingly.
- Get all study material for SRMHCAT, such as prep books and previous year's question papers.
- Create a monthly plan on how much syllabus to cover daily.
- Solve question papers, sample papers, and mock tests.
- Join coaching classes if possible for regular practice.
Commonly asked questions
The top recruiters for candidates pursuing MBA through SRMHCAT are TCS, Xebia, HCL, Virtusa, Collar Search, SISL, etc.
The fees of MBA through SRMHCAT 2026 is INR 1,75,000. This is the total annual fee.
How to prepare for SRMHCAT 2026?
Check out the ways in which you can prepare for the SRMHCAT Exam.
1. Know SRMHCAT Syllabus and Important Topics
To perform well in the SRMHCAT test, candidates have to thoroughly go through SRMHCAT syllabus. Aspirants need to strategise their plans on a monthly, weekly and daily basis. Candidates can prepare better by knowing which topics to cover in-depth and which require superficial knowledge. The candidate can do so as per the pointers mentioned below:
- Make a list of topics, subject-wise
- Segregate the subjects and topics into easy and difficult as per personal experience.
- Note down topics that will carry maximum weightage (as per previous year’s question papers).
2. Select Preparation books
In order to perform well in the SRMHCAT exam, candidates need to make a list of books from which they should study for the entrance exam. Candidates are advised to purchase at least two to three prep books for SRMHCAT, depending on the course applied for. The books can help aspirants determine which topics to cover and study, along with what to expect for the entrance exam.
3. Prepare a TimeTable
Candidates need to make a timetable on what topics to cover when, which subjects require high priority and how much to cover on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Aspirants are advised to create a daily plan and while preparing a timetable, special attention should be given to completing the SRMHCAT syllabus. Revise the syllabus and content, attempt as many question papers, mock papers and previous year question papers to better help prepare.
4. Solve Past Year’s Question Papers
Candidates appearing for the SRMHCAT 2026 exam are advised to solve the last five years question papers to help better understand SRMHCAT exam pattern and format of questions that will be asked in the entrance exam. Through the previous questions, candidates can understand which subjects are given high importance and topics that can help the aspirant score better in the exam.
5. Solve Sample Papers/Mock tests
The best way for a candidate to know their strengths and weaknesses is by solving question papers, sample papers or mock tests. Through this, candidates can also figure out the best approach to be followed when they head out to attempt the actual SRMHCAT question paper. From formulating time management to understanding the format of the paper, solving sample papers helps prepare better for the entrance exam.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, SRMHCAT offers Entrance & Competitive Exam-based Scholarships. These are:
- SRMHCAT Rank-Based Scholarship
- CUET Percentile-Based Scholarship
- SRMJEEE Aspirants Scholarship
- CLAT-Based Scholarship
- SAT Score-Based Scholarship
Yes, SRMCAT applicants get Scholarships based on Academic Excellence. Some of them are:
- Chancellor's 12th Merit-based Scholarship
- State Board Topper Scholarship
- Lateral Entry Scholarship
SRMHCAT FAQs
Check out FAQs on SRMHCAT syllabus.
Candidates can fill the SRMHCAT 2026 application form, by creating login at SRM Sonepat website. Once the login is created they can fill the form and pay the fee by signing into their account.
SRMHCAT is conducted for 90 minutes. The exam has no sectional time limit and candidates can use the time as per their convenience and exam strategy.
The admission process at SRM University Delhi NCR Sonepat, Haryana involves the following steps:
- Application Process: Candidates must visit the university’s official website to register and fill out the application form online.
- Entrance Exam: Candidates must appear for the course-specific entrance exam conducted by the university, or present scores from accepted national-level entrance exams.
- Interview/Counseling: Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview or counseling session.
- Final Interview: Candidates finalize their seat by paying the required tuition/admission fee for their course.
SRMHCAT exam is conducted for multiple courses and the questions asked in exam are course specific (studied in class 12/graduation). Check below SRMHCAT exam pattern:
Exam Features | Exam Details |
|---|---|
Exam mode | Pen-paper and Computer-based |
Test duration | 90 minutes |
Subjects | BTech paper: Physics Chemistry Mathematics BCom/ BLib.Sc/ Integrated MBA/MBA/MTech and MLibs.Sc and MA in English: Quantitative Techniques Logical Reasoning Language Comprehension General Awareness |
Type of questions | Multiple Choice based questions |
Total Questions | 100 questions |
Total Marks | 300 marks |
Marking Scheme | 3 marks awarded for each correct answer No negative marking for wrong attempts |
SRMHCAT exam is conducted to check the applicant's aptitude for business management. It is an easy test with questions from English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude.
Yes, SRMCAT applicants get Scholarships based on Academic Excellence. Some of them are:
- Chancellor's 12th Merit-based Scholarship
- State Board Topper Scholarship
- Lateral Entry Scholarship
There are 100 questions in SRMHCAT but it is not mandatory to solve all of them. Candidates should however solve a good number of questions to meet admission cut off.
SRMHCAT is an easy exam, so not much time is required. However, if you are completely unfamiliar with the exam syllabus, then you can prepare for 3-4 months.
SRMHCAT exam is conducted to check the applicant's aptitude for business management. It is an easy test having questions from English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude.
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