The HPCET 2024 will be conducted in the 2^nd week of May in 2024. The registration process will begin in the 4^th week of March in 2024 and it will continue till the last week of April 2024. The HPCET stands for Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test, which is conducted for admission to various UG and PG courses in Himachal Pradesh. The exam is usually conducted in the month of May every year, and the application process starts in the month of March.

The HPCET 2024 is a state-level entrance examination that provides an opportunity for students to gain admission to various UG and PG courses. HPCET is designed to assess the candidates' knowledge and skills in relevant subjects. The exam results are used to determine the merit list for admission, ensuring that the most qualified and capable candidates are selected for technical programs. The HPCET exam acts as a quality benchmark for admission to these institutions, ensuring that students receive education and training that meet certain standards.

HPCET 2024 – Highlights

HPCET 2024 – Important Dates

HPCET 2024 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates appearing for the HPCET 2024 are required to fulfill certain eligibility criteria that are listed below.

• Candidates should have qualified 10+2 level examination with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for the reserved category candidates).
• Candidates who are appearing in the 10+2 exam are also eligible.
• No age limit is given for the candidates appearing in this exam.
• Candidates are required to have certain subjects in their qualifying exams such as – Mathematics/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Electronics/ Information Technology/ Biology/ Technical Vocational Subjects/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics.

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HPCET 2024 – Registration/Application Process

The registration and application process is conducted online and will begin in the last week of March 2024. The process will continue till the last week of April 2024.

Step – 1: Candidates are required to visit the official website – https://himtu.ac.in and create a profile by clicking on “HPCET 2024 Registration” link.

Step – 2: Candidates are then required to register themselves online through the website portal and follow the steps. After registration is done, candidates are then required to fill in the application form.

Step – 3: In the final step, candidates are then required to make the payment for the application form through online mode which is non-refundable.

Application Fees:

HPCET 2024 – Availing of Admit Card

Candidates appearing for the HPCET 2024 will be able to download their admit cards online. The admit cards will be available in the 1^st week of May 2024. All the candidates should go through the details provided in their respective hall tickets/admit cards before appearing in the exam venue. Candidates will be required to carry a valid ID proof with their photographs along with admit cards.

HPCET 2024 – Syllabus

The syllabus for HPCET 2024 is divided into four subjects that will be released with more details in the official website.

• For UG Courses: Candidates are required to prepare from subjects such as – Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology.
• For PG Courses: Candidates are required to prepare from subjects that are based on verbal reasoning, data interpretation, business awareness, computer awareness, quantitative ability etc.

HPCET 2024 – Exam Pattern

Time Limit: 3 hours 15 minutes with 150 questions for UG and 2 hours with 100 questions for PG courses.

Marking: For each correct answer a candidate will be given 4 marks, meanwhile for each incorrect answer 1 mark will be deducted.

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HPCET 2024 – Results & Answer Keys

The HPCET 2024 results are expected to be declared in the last week of May 2024, and candidates can check their results online mode. However, Candidates will be able to receive the answer keys in the 2^nd week of May 2024 before the results are declared.

FAQs

Q1. When is the HPCET 2024 exam to be held in 2024?

Ans. The HPCET 2024 will be conducted in the 2^nd week of May in 2024.

Q2. When will be the results for HPCET 2024 published?

Ans. The results for HPCET 2024 will be released in the last week of May 2024.

Q3. How many questions are there in the HPCET 2024 exam?

Ans. There are a total of 150 questions for UG and 100 questions for PG courses allotted in the HPCET 2024 entrance exam.

Q4. What are the time limits given to the students for completing the HPCET 2024?

Ans. Candidates will be provided with a total time limit of 3 hours 15 minutes for UG and 2 hours for PG courses.

Q5. What are the marking criteria for HPCET 2024? Is there any negative marking?

Ans. For each correct answer a candidate will be given 4 marks, meanwhile for each incorrect answer 1 mark will be deducted.