PUCAT Preparation Tips 2026: Tips, Strategy & Guide

Q: What are the step-by-step preparation strategy for PUCAT exam?

Candidates are suggested to check the below mentioned step-by-step preparation strategy for PUCAT exam: Understand the PUCAT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme. Get the prescribed PUCAT syllabus for the applied course. Get all the study material you can to prepare better for PUCAT. Create a day to day and weekly time table on how much material you can study on a daily basis.

Q: What are the documents required for PUCAT counselling?

Candidates need to carry the following documents for PUCAT counselling: PUCAT Admit Card. Class 10 Marksheet. Class 10+2 Marksheet. Degree Certificate of Graduation (if applicable). Caste/category certificate issued by competent authority. Other legal certificates such as residence proof or income proof. ID proof of candidate. Passport size photo of candidate.

Q: What are the important books for PUCAT?

Some of the important books for PUCAT exam are as follows: Analytical reasoning- M.K. Pandey Interpreting Quantitative Data with IBM SPSS Statistics - Rachad Antonius Objective English- Saurabh Jain A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning- R. S. Aggarwal Interpreting Qualitative Data: Methods for Analyzing Talk, Text and Interaction - David Silverman Objective English for Competitive Examination - Hari Mohon Prasad

Q: How to prepare for the PUCAT entrance exam?

The Purvanchal University Common Admission Test PUCAT is administered by the Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University (VBSPU) in order to admit students to the university's undergraduate and graduate programmes. However, in order to be accepted into the desired course, one must study diligently and prepare properly for the PUCAT. Follow the below-mentioned steps on how to prepare for the PUCAT. Step 1: Understand the PUCAT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme. Step 2: Get the prescribed PUCAT syllabus for the applied course. Step 3: Get all the study material you can to prepare better for PUCAT. Step 4: Create a day to day and weekly time table on how much material you can study on a daily basis.

Q: What are the preparation tips for PUCAT exam?

Candidates aspiring to appear in PUCAT exam can follow the below given steps to prepare for PUCAT exam: One should give yourself enough time to study. Create a time table to be more accurate and committed. Solve old question papers from the past five years. Solve sample papers. Study in a place where there is no disturbance. One should be in a quiet environment so that one can focus. It is not always a bad option to study with friends. Ask questions, discuss chapters, get to know another person’s point of view. One should also take regular breaks in between so that one doesn’t get stressed out or get a headache. Plan your day. Which chapter’s needs to be covered today, how many sample papers can you solve and how much revision can be done.

Q: Can I get admission in MSc in Biochemistry through PUCAT?

In order to seek admission in MSc Biochemistry candidates will be required to apply and appear for the Purvanchal University Combined Admission Test (PUCAT) to get admission to the university. Candidates can get all the details related to PUCAT admission process at the official webiste of Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University and also at Shiksha page. It is important for canidtaes to meet the eligibility criteria to get admission in MSc Biochemistry course.

Q: What is PUCAT marking scheme?

Candidates preparing for PUCAT exam are suggested to check the below space to know about the marking scheme of Purvanchal University Combined Admission Test (PUCAT) exam: Particulars Details Total Number of Questions 100 Total Number of Marks 100 Negative Marking No

Q: Is the PUCAT exam paper in MCQ format?

The PUCAT pattern is provided in the table below. Name of Entrance Exam PUCAT Conducting Body Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University Exam Level State-level Exam Mode Offline Exam Medium English Exam Duration 2 Hours Type of Questions MCQs

Q: What is PUCAT mode and medium of the exam?

Candidates preparing to appear for the Purvanchal University Combined Admission Test (PUCAT) exam can check the below space to know about the mode and medium of PUCAT exam: Particulars Details Exam Level State-level Exam Mode Offline Exam Medium English

47 Students Q&A

Updated on Sep 1, 2025 13:08 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

PUCAT Preparation 2026: The Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University (VBSPU) conducts the Purvanchal University Common Admission Test (PUCAT) in order to offer students admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by the University. Students who are interested in getting admission to the desired course need to clear PUCAT. However, PUCAT, is no child's play as many students who have appeared for the entrance exam have found the admission test quite challenging. One needs to prepare well for PUCAT and study hard in order to get admission to the course applied for.

PUCAT Exam Highlights

Name of Entrance Exam	PUCAT
Conducting Body	Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University
Exam Level	State-level
Exam Mode	Offline
Exam Medium	English
Exam Duration	2 Hours
Type of Questions	MCQs
Official website	http://www.vbspu.ac.in/

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is PUCAT marking scheme?

Q: Is the PUCAT exam paper in MCQ format?

Q: What is PUCAT mode and medium of the exam?

How to Prepare for PUCAT?

Follow the below-mentioned steps on how to prepare for the PUCAT.

Step 1: Understand the PUCAT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme.

Step 2: Get the prescribed PUCAT syllabus for the applied course.

Step 3: Get all the study material you can to prepare better for PUCAT.

Step 4: Create a day to day and weekly time table on how much material you can study on a daily basis.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Can I get admission in MSc in Biochemistry through PUCAT?

Know the PUCAT Pattern

First and foremost, the candidate needs to understand the PUCAT pattern. One should know the duration of the exam, the mode and medium of the entrance exam, how many questions will be asked and the weightage of marks. Will the question pattern be in MCQ format or have long answer questions.

Know the PUCAT Marking Scheme

Students should know the marking scheme as well. You should know which sections carry the most marks, how many long questions will be asked or how many questions come in a section. One can get to know the marking scheme better by solving previous years question papers and sample papers.

Know the PUCAT Syllabus

To score well in PUCAT, candidates have to thoroughly go through the prescribed syllabus. Even if it's general topics which you have covered, go through them once again. Don’t leave out anything. Strategize your plans on an hourly, daily and weekly basis. Cover all the topics and prioritise which chapters and units need to be given more importance.

Prep Tips for PUCAT

One should give yourself enough time to study. Create a time table to be more accurate and committed.
Solve old question papers from the past five years. Solve sample papers.
Study in a place where there is no disturbance. One should be in a quiet environment so that one can focus.
It is not always a bad option to study with friends. Ask questions, discuss chapters, get to know another person’s point of view.
One should also take regular breaks in between so that one doesn’t get stressed out or get a headache.
Plan your day. Which chapter’s needs to be covered today, how many sample papers can you solve and how much revision can be done.