HPCET 2025: Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Application Form, Admit Card, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Mock Tests, Result & Counselling

HPCET 2025: The Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test (HPCET) is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Technological University (HPTU) for candidates seeking admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, MCA, and MBA. HPCET is an offline exam conducted in English, and candidates are granted admission to courses affiliated with HPTU based on their rank in the exam.

The eligibility criteria for appearing in HPCET 2025 vary depending on the course. However, the basic requirements include passing the 10+2 examination with at least 45% aggregate marks in the relevant subjects. For admission to master's programs, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree of at least 3 years' duration with a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying examination.

Although no official announcements have been made by HPTU yet, HPCET 2025 is tentatively scheduled for May 2025 and registrations are expected to begin in March. Candidates can apply by completing the online application form, which will be available on himtu.ac.in, before the specified deadline.

HPCET 2025: Highlights 

Here’s a brief overview of the key details of the Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test 2025 that interested candidates can refer to. 

HPCET 2025 Dates 

Candidates who wish to appear for HPCET 2025 must keep track of all the upcoming events related to the exams. Check the tentative HPCET 2025 Dates below. 

HPCET 2025: Eligibility Criteria 

The eligibility for appearing in HPCET is different for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are applying for various programs. Candidates can refer to the table below for detailed information about HPCET Eligibility Criteria 2025.

Note: HPTU allows candidates who are appearing for their final 10+2 exam or bachelor degree exam in March/April of 2025 to sit for HPCET 2025.  

HPCET 2025: Application Form 

HPTU conducts the application process for HPCET online via himtu.ac.in and it consists of registration, form filling, payment of application fee and uploading of documents for verification. The HPCET Application Form 2025 hasn’t been released as of yet but candidates can find the steps to fill the form below. 

• Visit himtu.ac.in and click on the ‘Admissions’ tab. Upon clicking, go to the ‘Application Form HPCET 2025’. 
• A new window will open with the HPCET Application Form in view. Start by filling out personal information and academic details.
• Upload all necessary documents such as scanned copies of your signature and a recent passport size photograph in the prescribed format. 
• After providing all the required details and reviewing the form, pay the application fee to complete the HPCET Registration 2025. 
• Save the submitted form for future reference. 

HPCET Application Fee 2025

The application fee for appearing in HPCET is different for candidates depending on their category. It is essential that applicants pay the non-refundable registration fee in order to complete the application process. Check the category wise HPCET Application Fee 2025 below. 

HPCET 2025: Admit Card

Candidates can download the HPCET e-Admit Card from the University website, himtu.ac.in by entering their application form number or date of birth. The hall ticket will only be issued to applicants who successfully completed the HPCET registration process. A printed copy of the e-admit card (on A-4 size paper) is mandatory for entry to the exam, along with a valid ID proof like Aadhaar.

The e-admit card, signed by the Controller of Examinations, will contain the admit card number, candidate’s photograph, exam centre address, and exam date. Any discrepancies should be reported immediately to the Controller of Examinations. 

HPCET 2025: Exam Pattern 

HPTU conducts HPCET in offline mode. It is an objective MCQ type test that will be conducted in English. There will be a total of 150 questions in the undergraduate paper whereas the postgraduate paper consists of 100 questions. Candidates appearing for the UG paper will get 3 hours 15 minutes for completing the exam and the time duration for PG candidates is 2 hours. It’s important to remember that for every correct answer, candidates will be rewarded with 4 marks and 1 mark will be deducted for wrong answers. 

HPCET UG Exam Pattern 2025 

HPCET MBA Exam Pattern 2025

HPCET MCA Exam Pattern 2025

HPCET 2025: Syllabus 

The HPCET 2025 syllabus outlines the key subjects and topics candidates need to prepare for the Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test. It covers a range of subjects for undergraduate and postgraduate programs, assessing candidates’s understanding of core concepts. Check the subject wise HPCET Syllabus 2025 below. 

HPCET 2025: Mock Test 

To excel in HPCET, candidates should familiarise themselves with the exam pattern and practice through mock tests that simulate the actual exam environment. Below are some mock tests for HPCET 2025 to aid in your preparation.

HPCET 2025: Result 

HPTU will announce the HPCET 2025 result online, expected shortly after the exam in May 2025. Candidates can check their results using their application number or date of birth. The results are prepared based on the final answer key released by the authorities. Students can find the result on himtu.ac.in.

Along with the result, a merit list for all courses will also be published. In case of any discrepancies, candidates should promptly contact the authorities. It's important to keep the result safe, as it will be required during the counselling process.

HPCET 2025: Counselling 

HPTU will commence the counselling process for admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate programs through HPCET after the result and merit list is released. Candidates will be offered seats on the basis of their rank and merit. The HPCET Counselling 2025 will be conducted online through himtu.ac.in. Qualified candidates will have to register for the counselling process and pay the counselling fee in order to get admission to their desired college and program. Candidates are required to submit several important documents during the counselling process such as 

• Marks sheet and passing certificate of Class 10 & 12
• The scorecard for JEE Main or HPCET
• Domicile certificate & category certificate (for reserved candidates)