NPAT UG 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Candidates must first complete the eligibility conditions before submitting an online application for admission through NPAT 2026. Their application will be rejected if they do not meet the standards for qualifying under NPAT 2026. The following section outlines the eligibility conditions for NPAT 2026.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
• Minimum aggregate marks required: 60% in Class 12 (aggregate for all subjects taken and appeared).
• For certain courses (such as BBA/B.Com/B.Sc. Finance), Mathematics or Statistics must be a subject in Class 12.
• Candidates passing Class 12 through open or distance learning (ODL/NIOS) are eligible if the school is recognized by NIOS.
• Candidates with IB Diploma are eligible if they studied Mathematics or Statistics as a major subject.
• The candidate must have cleared Class 12 in a single attempt (first attempt). Compartmentalized mark sheets are not accepted.
• Those appearing for the final Class 12 exams in 2026 can also apply, provided they meet the cut-off in the final result.

Age Limit

• The upper age limit is 25 years as of the year of admission. There is no lower age limit.

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