EXAM SYLLABUS
The IPU CET UG 2026 syllabus is largely based on the Class 12 curriculum, with section-wise variations depending on the course. For example, B.Tech includes Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, while B.Des focuses on Logical Reasoning, Visual Aptitude, and Design-related skills. Candidates can expect questions from core subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English, General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning, all aligned with Class 12 topics. Applicants are advised to regularly check the official GGSIPU website for the latest syllabus updates and detailed, course-specific information as the examination approaches.
For Graduation Programmes (Engineering) Common Entrance Tests
S. No. | Name of | Subjects of Entrance Test* |
1 | LEBTECH | Applied Mechanics-(25%) |
2 | LEBTECH (BSC) | B.Sc Level Mathematics- (40%) |
3 | BTECH(BT) | Physics (upto 12th Level)-(20%) |
4 | BTECH | All applicants are required to appear for Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main Paper 1 Conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). The University shall not conduct its own CET for admissions, but shall be utilizing the merit of JEE Main Paper 1 for its admissions. |
NOTE. Syllabus for LEBTECH (DIPLOMA), for the prescribed subjects shall be as of upto Diploma or 10+2 level. Syllabus for BTECH(BT), for the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (Botany & Zoology) or Biotechnology shall be upto 12th class under the 10+2 Scheme unless specified otherwise.
For Graduation Programmes (Non-Engineering) Common Entrance Tests
S.No. | Name of Programme | Subjects of Entrance Test* |
1 | BCA | English Language & Comprehension (15%) |
2 | BSC(Y) | Physics- 30 questions |
3 | B.A. LL.B.(Integrated)/B.B.A. | All applicants are required to appear in Common Law Admission Test –Undergraduate, (CLAT – UG) that is conducted by National Law University on a rotational basis. The University shall not conduct its own CET for admissions, but shall be utilizing the merit prepared on the basis of Merit for its admissions. |
4 | BED | Language Proficiency - 25% |
5 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) | Physics- (25%) |
6 | Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) | Physics- (25%) |
7 | Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics (BPO) |
EXAM PATTERN
The IPU CET examination is conducted in online mode with a total duration of 150 minutes. The exam is generally held in English only; however, for the B.Ed programme, it is conducted in both English and Hindi. The question paper consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 400 marks, with questions based on Class 12–level subjects such as Mathematics, General Knowledge, English, Computer Awareness, and other course-specific topics.
The test paper will contain 100 objective-type questions in all for all CETs.Each question will be provided with four alternative answers marked as (1), (2), (3) and (4).
Test Mode | Name of Test | No.of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | CET | 100 Q | 400 Marks | 150 Minutes |
CET TO BE CONDUCTED FOR FOLLOWING GRADUATION PROGRAMMES
Name of Programme | CET Code |
Bachelor of Computer | 114 |
B.Sc.(Yoga) | 117 |
Bachelor of Education | 122 |
Bachelor of | 124 |
Bachelor of | 124 |
Bachelor of Prosthetics | 124 |
Bachelor of Science in | 124 |
Bachelor of Audiology | 124 |
BBA & Allied | 125 |
Bachelor of Arts | 126 |
Bachelor of Hotel | 127 |
B. Pharma | 133 |
B.Sc. Medical Imaging | 134 |
Bachelor of Commerce | 146 |
B.Sc. Medical | 158 |
Bachelor of Education | 159 |
BA English | 184 |
B.Sc. in Nursing (Post | 188 |
BA (Hons.) | 197 |
Mode of Examination
IPU CET Examination will be held as an Online Computer Based Test. Questions will be Objective type Multiple choice in nature.
Medium of Examination
...ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for IPU CET Examination are required to fulfil certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility IPU CET are decided by the conduction body itself. The candidate’s eligibility for IPU CET Examination is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
Nationality
Candidate should be an Indian/ Overseas Indian / Nepal citizen. Non-Resident Indians and Foreign Nationals are not eligible.
Age Limit & Relaxations
1. Candidate should be not less than seventeen (17) years as on or before 31st December of the year of Admission for BAMS/BHMS Programme.
2. For BAMS/BHMS candidates, the candidate must have attained or will attain the age of Seventeen (17) years as on or before 31st December of the year of Admission. The candidates attaining seventeen years on 01st January or later will not be eligible. Also, the Blind (including colour blind), deaf and/or dumb candidates shall not be eligible for admission in the course.
3. For SC/ST/OBC category candidates for BAMS/BHMS, a relaxation of 5 years shall be granted on the maxmium age specified.
4. Candidates desirous of applying for age relaxation as per norms above should apply in writing to Joint Registrar (Admissions), Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Sector 16C, Dwarka, N.Delhi 110078.
Programme | Age |
For all Undergraduate Programmes where entry qualification is 12th pass other than MBBS | 21 years |
For BAMS/BHMS | 25 years (on or before 31st December of |
Age Relaxation
1. The upper age limit may be relaxed upto a maximum of five years in exceptional cases by the Admission Officer (designated) of the concerned programme (except the following CET's BAMS/BHMS) if he/she is satisfied with the merit of the case. Candidates exceeding the upper age limit upto five years may provisionally apply/ appear in the Common Entrance Test.
However, they would be required to submit to the satisfaction of the Admission Officer an explanation regarding the gap period, i.e., the details of the period spent by him/her after passing the qualifying examination to justify the relaxation. Such explanation should be in the form of an application to the concerned Admission Officer along with supporting documents (if any). Any relaxation of age beyond this shall be given by the Registrar of the University. The candidates desirous of applying for age relaxation should apply in writing to Joint Registrar (Admissions), Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University.
2. If a candidate takes admission on the basis of a false age claim, the admission of such a candidate shall be cancelled with forfeiture of entire fees paid, as and when such cases are detected.
Educational Qualification
Eligibility Criteria For Graduation Programmes (Engineering)
Name of Programme | CET | Eligibility Criteria |
Lateral Entry to B.Tech. Programmes for Diploma holders | 128 | Three-years diploma (completed) in any of the following branches of Engg./Technology with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate* from any recognized Diploma awarding institute/university/board recognized by AICTE:- Computer Engg; Automobile Engg; Chemical Engg, Civil Engg, Construction Engg, Electrical Engg, Electronics & Communication Engg, Electronics, Instrumentation & Control, Mechanical Engg., Maintenance Engg., Plastic Engg., Printing & Publishing, Production Engg., Public Health & Environmental Engg., Tool & Die Making. Note: Candidates with Diploma in Architecture are not eligible for lateral entry to Engineering/Technology degree programmes. |
Lateral Entry to B.Tech. Programmes for B.Sc. Graduates | 129 | B.Sc. Graduates with 60% marks in aggregate* with pass in |
B.Tech. (Bio-Technology) | 130 | Pass in 12th Class of 10+2 pattern of CBSE or equivalent with a |
NOTE. Aggregate shall take into account all papers that the candidate is offered. For CET CODE 129, the aggregate for B.Sc.(Honours) candidates shall be defined as the aggregate percentage of papers counted / considered for the award of the Honours.
Eligibility Criteria for Graduation Programmes (Non-Engineering)
Name of Programme | CET Code | Eligibility Criteria |
IMPORTANT DATES
It is important for candidates to stay up to date with all key details related to the IPU CET UG 2026 exam, including the exam date, registration schedule, and admit card release.
Events | Dates |
Application Form Release Date | February, 2026 (Tentative) |
Last date of Application Form | March, 2026 (Tentative) |
Admit Card | To be Notified (Tentative) |
Exam Date | April to May, 2026 (Tentative) |
Result | To be Notified |
Commencement of counselling | To be Notified |
Note: The above schedule for Online Counselling is tentative only with the purpose to indicate the likely dates for various activities related to Online Admission Process for various Programmes. However, the University shall notify the exact final schedule for the GGSIPU CET 2026 and also for the commencement of enrollment process. All the stakeholders are requested to visit University’s Website i.e. www.ipu.ac.in regularly for further updates.
EXAM ANALYSIS 2025
The IPU CET UG 2025 exam was generally reported as moderate to easy, with most questions being straightforward and manageable for students familiar with the Class 12 syllabus. This trend applied especially to courses like BBA, BCA, BJMC, and Law.
For B.Tech-related concerns (where IPU may use JEE Main or equivalent for admissions), the CET portion (if taken) was also within the moderate range compared to national exams.
Section Wise Analysis
English & Language Comprehension
Most questions were simple to moderate, covering passages, grammar, and vocabulary.
Many students found this section scoring and direct in nature.
Logical & Analytical Ability
Questions were mostly easy to moderate, including series, arrangement, analogy, and logical reasoning.
Students reported this section as attemptable with good accuracy.
General Awareness / Current Affairs
Questions were moderate, with a mix of static GK and current events.
For some students, this was slightly tougher compared to language or reasoning.
Quantitative (Maths / Subject Aptitude)
Depending on the course (e.g., BCA, BJMC), the maths portion was moderate, requiring focus on Class 12 level maths topics.
Those strong in basics found this manageable, while others took slightly longer.
Paper Structure
The exam was offline/pen-paper mode (OMR) with 100 MCQs to be completed in 150 minutes.
Every correct answer fetched +4 marks, and 1 mark was deducted for each incorrect answer.
The paper was divided into four main areas depending on the course—English, Reasoning, Knowledge (GA), and subject-specific aptitude.
Good Attempts & Strategy
Most good performers answered 115–130 questions with high accuracy to secure competitive ranks.
Attempting easy and direct questions first was a common student strategy to maximize score within the time limit.
IPU CET BBA Exam Analysis 2021 Section-wise
English Language Section Analysis (Both the Shifts)
1. Para Jumbles
2. Questions One Word Substitution
3. Idioms/ Phrases
4. Grammar
5. Reading Comprehension
Logical and Analytical Ability (Both the Shifts)
1. Data Interpretation (Tabulation)
2. Mean and Median
3. Algebra
4. Calendar
5. Coding and Decoding
6. Order and Ranking
7. Percentage
8. Seating Arrangement
9. Profit and Loss
10. Time and Distance
11. Miscellaneous
Management Aptitude and Communication Skills section Analysis (Both the Shifts)
1. Knowledge of economic terms & concepts
2. Business GK and trade awareness environment
3. Basics of communication skills
IPU CET BBA Exam Difficulty Level 2021 ( Morning Shift)
Sections |
|
English Language | Easy-Moderate |
General Awareness | Easy-Moderate |
Logical and Analytical Ability | Moderate |
Management Aptitude and Communication Skills | Easy-Moderate |
Overall | Easy-Moderate |
IPU CET BBA Exam Difficulty Level 2021 ( Evening Shift)
Sections | Difficulty Level |
English Language | Easy |
General Awareness | Easy-Moderate |
Logical and Analytical Ability | Moderate |
Management Aptitude and Communication Skills | Easy-Moderate |
Overall |
STUDY TIPS
The only deciding factor for the selection or rejection of a candidate is the Strategy & Planning which is used by them for their preparation for the IPU CET Examination. A good and result-oriented Strategy & Planning for the examination will definitely allow the candidates to make their way through IPU CET Examination.
Before starting your exam preparation, create a study plan for your preparation. Divide your time equally for all the sections as per your course. Gather all the information about the official syllabus. Research about the study materials you are going to use for better exam preparations. Try to attempt Mathematics questions using shortcut methods.
Below are some preparation tips mentioned section-wise :
1. Candidates need to take preparation with the help of some other reference books. It will help them to acquire more knowledge and they will not miss any questions or properly answer any question.
2. For the section of General Awareness, candidates are required to read news-paper, books on current affairs, etc.
3. For section English Comprehension, candidates need to be proficient in the English language and need to practice grammar and vocabulary daily.
4. For the section Logical and Analytical Reasoning, candidates need to practice more and more as there is a high chance to get more score from this section.
5. For the subject of Physics and Chemistry, candidates need to understand and keep practising all the formulas and important topics.
6. For the section Mathematics and other sections like numerical ability, candidates need to practice all the formulas and try to solve all the previous years’ questions on time as this is one of the most scoring parts in the examination.
7. For the section Biology, candidates need to keep practising all the creative work on each topic of the section to get good marks.
6 Month Study Plan
Months 1–2: Understand the PU CET UG syllabus and exam pattern, and start with NCERT Class 11 & 12 basics of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology (as per your course).
Month 3: Complete remaining syllabus and focus on concept clarity using standard reference books along with NCERT.
Month 4: Begin solving previous years’ PU CET UG question papers and topic-wise practice questions.
Month 5: Take regular mock tests, analyze mistakes, and improve time management and accuracy.
Month 6: Revise all important formulas, reactions, and concepts; focus on weak areas and full-length mock tests.
Last Weeks: Practice quick revisions, avoid new topics, and maintain consistency with daily short tests.
If you want, I can also provide a subject-wise or daily timetable for PU CET UG preparation.
PU CET UG 3 MONTH STUDY PLAN 6 TO 8 LINES VALID INFORMATION
Here is a concise and valid 3-month study plan for PU CET UG, based on the Class 12 syllabus:
3 Month Study Plan
Month 1: Revise the complete PU CET UG syllabus using NCERT Class 11 & 12 books, focusing on core subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology).
Month 2: Strengthen concepts through daily practice, numerical problem-solving, and topic-wise mock tests.
Month 3: Solve previous years’ PU CET UG question papers and attempt full-length mock tests regularly.
Focus on important formulas, reactions, and shortcuts for quick problem-solving.
Analyze mock test performance to identify weak areas and revise them thoroughly.
Practice time management to complete the paper within the exam duration.
In the final weeks, focus on revision only and avoid learning new topics.
If you want, I can also create a subject-wise or daily revision timetable for PU CET UG.
PU CET UG 1 MONTH STUDY PLAN 6 TO 8 LINES VALID INFORMATION
Here is a short, accurate, and effective 1-month study plan for PU CET UG, aligned with the Class 12 syllabus:
1 Month Study Plan
Revise the entire syllabus quickly using NCERT books, focusing on important chapters from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology.
Allocate daily time slots for formula revision, numerical practice, and theory recap.
Solve previous years’ PU CET UG question papers to understand exam trends.
Take full-length mock tests 2-3 times a week and analyze mistakes carefully.
Strengthen weak topics identified from mock test analysis.
Focus on speed and accuracy, as time management is crucial.
In the last week, do only revision and light practice, avoiding new topics.???????
OVERVIEW
IPU CET is a university-level examination conducted by IPU. It is conducted annually for admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of engineering, technology, management studies, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, education, law, etc. The students are picked up on the basis of their scores in exams and the ranks achieved by them in IPU CET.
The admissions to the programmes of studies in the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIP University) are either through National Level Test conducted by various authorities or through Common Entrance Tests (CET) conducted by the University or designated agencies accepted by the University or on merit of the qualifying degrees in respective programmes. The programmes of studies are grouped together, on the basis of common syllabi (for CET), for the purpose of conduct of CET.
There shall be no CET for admissions to B.Tech/Integrated B.A.LL.B.(Hons) / Integrated B.B.A.LL.B. (Hons) /LLM & B.Arch. Program. All candidates who are aspiring for B.Tech / B.E admissions should appear in Joint Entrance Exam Main (JEE Main) Paper 1 conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Name | IPU CET (Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test) |
Conducting Authority | Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) |
Admission Purpose | Admission into GGSIPU and affiliated colleges |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Application Mode | Offline |
Exam Date | April to May 2026 (Tentative) |
Official Website |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Since GGSIPU offers multiple courses through IPU CET 2026, the eligibility requirements will differ for each programme. Candidates are strongly advised to verify the specific eligibility criteria for their chosen course before applying for IPU CET 2026.
Nationality/Citizenship
Candidate should be an Indian/ Overseas Indian / Nepal citizen. Non-Resident Indians and Foreign Nationals are not eligible.
Age Limit
1. Candidate should be not less than seventeen (17) years of the year of Admission for BAMS/BHMS Programme.
2. For BAMS/BHMS candidates, the candidate must have attained or will attain the age of Seventeen (17) years as on or before 31st December of the year of Admission. The candidates attaining seventeen years on 01st January or later will not be eligible. Also, the Blind (including colour blind), deaf and/or dumb candidates shall not be eligible for admission in the course.
3. For SC/ST/OBC category candidates for BAMS/BHMS, a relaxation of 5 years shall be granted on the maxmium age specified.
4. Candidates desirous of applying for age relaxation as per norms above should apply in writing to Joint Registrar (Admissions), Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Sector 16C, Dwarka, N.Delhi 110078.
Educational Qualification
Name of Programme | CET Code | Eligibility Criteria |
Bachelor of Computer Applications | 114 | Pass in 12th Class of 10+2 of CBSE or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate* with pass in English (core or elective or |
B.Sc.(Yoga) | 117 | Pass in 12th class of 10+2 pattern of CBSE or Equivalent in any |
Bachelor of Education | 122 | Candidates with at least 50% (fifty percent) marks either in the |
IPU CET UG 2026: LATEST UPDATE
IPU CET UG 2026 entrance exam is expected to be conducted in April and May 2026 for the various courses offered by the university. Online Registration and Submission of Online Application Forms along with the Registration Fee for admission in various Programs based on NLT/GGSIPU CET will tentatively start from February or March 2026.
OVERVIEW
IPU CET is a university-level examination conducted by IPU. It is conducted annually for admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of engineering, technology, management studies, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, education, law, etc. The students are picked up on the basis of their scores in exams and the ranks achieved by them in IPU CET.
The admissions to the programmes of studies in the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIP University) are either through National Level Test conducted by various authorities or through Common Entrance Tests (CET) conducted by the University or designated agencies accepted by the University or on merit of the qualifying degrees in respective programmes. The programmes of studies are grouped together, on the basis of common syllabi (for CET), for the purpose of conduct of CET.
There shall be no CET for admissions to B.Tech/Integrated B.A.LL.B.(Hons) / Integrated B.B.A.LL.B. (Hons) /LLM & B.Arch. Program. All candidates who are aspiring for B.Tech / B.E admissions should appear in Joint Entrance Exam Main (JEE Main) Paper 1 conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Name | IPU CET (Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test) |
Conducting Authority | Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) |
Admission Purpose | Admission into GGSIPU and affiliated colleges |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Application Mode | Offline |
Exam Date | April to May 2026 (Tentative) |
Official Website |
IMPORTANT DATES
It is important for candidates to stay up to date with all key details related to the IPU CET UG 2026 exam, including the exam date, registration schedule, and admit card release.
Events | Dates |
Application Form Release Date | February, 2026 (Tentative) |
Last date of Application Form | March, 2026 (Tentative) |
Admit Card | To be Notified (Tentative) |
Exam Date | April to May, 2026 (Tentative) |
Result | To be Notified |
Commencement of counselling | To be Notified |
Note: The above schedule for Online Counselling is tentative only with the purpose to indicate the likely dates for various activities related to Online Admission Process for various Programmes. However, the University shall notify the exact final schedule for the GGSIPU CET 2026 and also for the commencement of enrollment process. All the stakeholders are requested to visit University’s Website i.e. www.ipu.ac.in regularly for further updates.
PROGRAM OFFERED
IP University entrance exam is expected to be conducted in April and May 2026 for the various courses offered by the university. IPU CET is an exam conducted for various courses offered by the university, like Lateral Entry to BTech programmes for BSc graduates, Lateral Entry for Diploma Holders and Biotechnology.
1. Bachelor of Computer Applications
2. B.Sc. (Yoga)
3. Bachelor of Education
4. Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
5. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
6. Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics (BPO)
7. Bachelor of Science in Medical LaboratoryTechnology {B.SC. (MLT)}
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Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University conducted IPU CET exam every year for admission to UG, PG & PhD programs in the field of Engineering, Medical, Dental, Law, and Management. To get full information about IPU CET UG exam, you can go to the general information button above.
Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) is a National Level Exam. For access full information of IPU CET UG exam click on General information button above.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University considers the merit/score of the National Level Test score conducted by agencies other than the University for admission to the BTech, LLB, MCA, LLM, and MBA.
The IPU medical programmes for which the score of National Level Test is considered are MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, PGMC, DMMCH, and PGAC.
IPU CET is conducted only one time in a year for the admission of the candidates. Complete details about IPU CET UG Exam is available on the general information section above.
Candidates should have a valid JEE Main Paper 1 scorecard to apply for IPU CET BTech counselling. You can click on the General Information tab above to see the complete process of applying for the counseling process of IPU CET UG exam.
There is no restriction for filling the preferences of the IPU courses and colleges. Candidates can fill choices as much as they can. To view all the information related to IPU CET UG Exam Application Form and process to fill the application form, go to the General Information tab above.
No. The change in the name of the candidates is not permitted during IPU CET counselling.
The details which will be printed on the IPU CET exam result are – Candidate’s name, Parent’s name, Roll number, Rank, Caste category. Click on general information tab above for step by step process to check IPU CET UG Exam Result.
IPU CET result of the different courses will release separately on different dates. For full schedule of IPU CET UG exam result click on schedule tab above.
The IPU CET application fee can be paid in online mode only. To get full detail about IPU CET UG exam fees mode click on General information above.
At the time of filling the IPU CET application form, a candidate has to upload scanned passport size colour photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression. The step by step procedure to fill the online application form of IPU CET UG exam is available in the general information button above.
In IPU CET exam the questions will be of the objective type that means there will be four options to each question and candidates have to choose and mark the right answer in the OMR sheet. To know full detail about IPU CET UG Exam Mode, Language, Pattern etc. Go through the format button given above.
In IPU CET exam for each correct answer, four marks will be awarded and for each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. By clicking on the format button above, you can see the marking scheme of IPU CET UG exam, which shows how many marks are assigned to each question and how many marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Candidates will get a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes or 150 minutes to solve the questions in IPU CET exam. You can check all the detailed information about number of questions, time limit, negative marking, exam mode asked in IPU CET UG exam by clicking on the format button given above.
In IPU CET exam the code of BTech LE (diploma) – 128, BTech LE (BSc) – 129, BTech (Biotechnology) – 130, and BTech – 131.
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