PUCAT Preparation Tips 2026: Tips, Strategy & Guide

Purvanchal University Common Admission Test 2026 ( PUCAT )

Porishmita Paul
Updated on Nov 16, 2025 23:28 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. 

Also Read: PUCAT Syllabus

Q:   What are the important books for PUCAT?
A: 

Some of important books for PUCAT exam are:

  • 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?
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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?
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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.
Table of contents
  • PUCAT Exam Highlights
  • How to Prepare for PUCAT?
  • Know the PUCAT Pattern
  • Know the PUCAT Marking Scheme
  • Know the PUCAT Syllabus
  • Prep Tips for PUCAT
  • FAQs on PUCAT Preparation 2026
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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/
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Q:   What is PUCAT marking scheme?
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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?
A: 

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?
A: 

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

Q:   Who conducts PUCAT exam?
A: 

Candidates preparing for PUCAT entrance exam can refer following table to know about exam conducting body and some more details related to PUCAT exam in table given below:

Particulars

Details

Name of Entrance Exam

PUCAT

Conducting Body

Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University

Exam Level

State-level

 

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How to Prepare for PUCAT?

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

  • 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.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I get admission in MSc in Biochemistry through PUCAT?
A: 

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

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Know the PUCAT Pattern

First and foremost, candidate needs to understand 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. 

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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. 

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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 topics and prioritise which chapters and units need to be given more importance. 

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Prep Tips for PUCAT

  • One should try giving yourself enough time to study, because when you hurry things they don’t stick well.
  • You can make a small time table, even if it’s not perfect, it helps you stay a bit more steady with your work.
  • Try solving old question papers from past five years, and do some sample papers too since they kinda show what comes usually.
  • Pick a place to study where there’s no noise, so your mind not running everywhere and you can focus better.
  • Studying with friends sometimes works fine, you ask questions, talk about chapters, and learn how someone else thinks.
  • You should take little breaks here and there, or else you may feel stressed out or even get small headache.
  • Plan your day simple, what chapter you want to finish today, how many sample papers you might do, and how much revision you feel you can handle.
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FAQs on PUCAT Preparation 2026

Check the space below to know about FAQs on PUCAT preparation:

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Q:   What are the documents required for PUCAT counselling?
A: 

Carry 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 step-by-step preparation strategy for PUCAT exam?
A: 

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.
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Answered 2 weeks ago

No, you can not apply for PUCAT exam without paying application fees. PUCAT registration fees is mandatory for form submission. Students who do not submit the required fees are not eligible to sit for test. 

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

PUCAT application fee depends on the category of the student. Category-wise application fee for PUCAT 2026 exam is given below:

General/ OBC: INR 500
SC/ ST: INR 250

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered 4 weeks ago

Candidates preparing to appear for Purvanchal University Combined Admission Test (PUCAT) exam can check the below space to know about the mode and medium of PUCAT exam: 
Particulars

Exam Level: State-level

Exam Mode: Offline

Exam Medium: English

 

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

Purvanchal University Combined Admission Test (PUCAT) is conducted by the Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University in order to offer students admission in various postgraduate courses. The exam is conducted annually and it is through qualifying PUCAT, that candidates are granted admission to the var

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

PUCAT exam is conducted by Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University.

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