Panjab University Common Entrance Test for Post Graduate (PUCET PG) entrance tests conducted by Panjab University, Chandigarh. The varsity at the onset of each academic session, which includes the PU Common Entrance Test for Post Graduate courses. Panjab University Common Entrance Test for Post Graduate (PUCET PG) take for Admission Various Courses PG Courses. the Courses details are given Below:
Candidates can get the full details of PUCET PG Exam 2020 such as Application Form, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Important Dates and much more on this post.
About PUCET PG Exam
| Exam Name: |
Panjab University Common Entrance Test for Post Graduate (PUCET PG) |
| Conducting Institute: |
Panjab University, Chandigarh |
| Commonly called as: |
PUCET PG |
| Exam Level: |
University Level |
| Stream: |
Common Entrance Exam |
Important Dates
PUCET PG Exam Dates / Exam Schedule
| Events |
Dates |
| Date of Advertisement regarding test & other information relevant thereto |
07 April 2020 |
| Date of Availability of PUCET (PG) Prospectus and Application Form on the website of Panjab University |
07 April 2020 |
| Last date for submission of information on the website to generate the Bank Challan |
18 May 2020 |
| Last date for deposit of fee in any branch of State Bank of India using website generated challan |
Third Week of May 2020 |
| Last date for uploading of photograph, signature with rest of the information on the website |
Last Week of May 2020 |
| Final date by which Roll No. will be available online |
29 May 2020 |
| Date of holding Entrance Test |
13 June 2020 |
| Tentative date by which the result may be declared by the University |
29 Jun 2020 (Tentative) |
Courses Offered
– Master of Laws (L.L.M. One-Year Course)
– Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A)
– M.A. Journalism and Ma- Communication
– Master in Public Health
– M.A. English
– MA Geography
– Masters in Disaster Management
– Masters in Remote Sensing & GIS
– M.Tech Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
– M.E Chemical
– M.E Food Technology
– M.E Chemical with specialization in Environmental Engineering
– M.Tech Polymer
– M.Sc Industrial Chemistry
– M.E Electrical Engg. (Instrumentation & Control
– M.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering
– M. E. Computer Science & Engineering
– ME Civil Engineering (Construction Technology & Management) Programme
– ME Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Technology) Programme
– M.B.E. (Master of Busine- Economics)
– MEFB (Master of Entrepreneurship and Family Business)
– M.Com. (Honours) (Semester System)
– M.Com Busine- Innovations
– MBACIT (Master in Busine- Administration, Commerce and Information Technology)
– Master of Busine- Administration for Executives (MBAfEX)
– Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.)
– M.Sc. (Hons. School) Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physics & Electronics and Zoology (Semester Systems)
– M.Sc. (Hons. School) Computer Science
– M.Sc. (Hons. School) Geology
– M.Sc. (Two Year Course) Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Botany, Physics, Chemistry, Medical Physics, Nuclear Medicine and Zoology (Semester Systems)
– M. Sc. Microbial Biotechnology (Two- Year Course) (Semester System)
– Master’s Degree Programme in Environment Science (Two-Year Course) (Semester System)
– M.Sc. (Human Genomics) (Two-Year Course) (Semester System)
– M.Sc. (Systems Biology and Bioinformatics) (Two-Year Course) (Semester System)
Eligibility Criteria
– Eligible Foreign Nationals/Persons of Indian Origin/NRI Candidates, who are in India and desirous of seeking admission in this category, will compete amongst themselves for the seats created for them by appearing in the Entrance Test. Those living abroad at the time of entrance test will be exempted from the entrance test.
– The fee structure for all such candidates will be prescribed by the Panjab University in the Admission Brochure. Foreign students shall have to comply with Visa and other requirements of the Govt. of India, U.T. Administration, Chandigarh as well as Panjab University, Chandigarh, as prescribed by them from time to time
Master of Laws (LLM One-Year Course)
Eligibility: A person who has passed one of the following examinations shall be eligible after qualifying the entrance test to join the first semester cla- of the LLM Course:
a) LLB 3 Yr Degree/BA LLB/B.Com LLB 5 yrs degree exam of this University with minimum 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/BC candidates); or
b) Any equivalent exam of another University recognized by the Syndicate for this purpose Scheme of Test
The duration of the Entrance Test will be of 1 hour and 30 minutes; the entrance test will be of 75 marks consisting of 20 marks for Constitution, 10 marks for Current Affairs and 45 marks for Other Laws as per the existing syllabus; the will be 75 multiple choice questions
Master of Computer Applications (MCA 3 yr course) (Semester System) and (MCA Evening Self Financing Course)
Eligibility: The minimum qualification for admission to the first year of the course shall be:
i) A recognized first degree of minimum three years’ duration in any discipline from Panjab University with at least 50% marks and with Mathematics at 10+2 or at graduation level (all three years); or
ii) BCA from Panjab University with 50% marks; or
iii) Any exam recognized by the Panjab University as equivalent to any of the above exams i) or ii)Scheme of Test: The test of 1 hour 30 minutes duration shall contain 75 Objective Type (Multiple choice questions with four responses i.e. A,B,C,&D) carrying one mark each; the questions will be based upon following four components: i) Mathematics (10+2 level) 40; ii) Computer Science 15; iii) English 10; iv) Reasoning & Aptitude 10
M.A. Journalism & Ma- Communication (Sem System/ 2-Year Course)
Eligibility: The Entrance Test is open to all such candidates who have any one of the following qualifications:
i) A Bachelor’s degree obtaining at least 45% marks in the subject of Journalism & Ma- Commun or Bachelor’s degree in any subject attaining atleast 50% marks in the aggregate of this University or any other University the exam of which has been recognized as equivalent thereto; or
ii) BA/BSc with Honours in Journalism and Ma- Communication; or
iii) Master’s Degree exam in any subject of this University or any other University the exam of which has been recognized as equivalent thereto
Scheme of Test: The test of1 hour and 30 minutes duration will comprise of Objective & Subjective Type Questions for 65 marks out of the total 75 marks; the remaining 10 marks would be divided equally between the group discussion and interview to be held consequent to the entrance test
The test will be divided into five following components: i) Article writing on current events; ii) Precis writing; iii) Feature, writing on personalities, reviews etc. iv) English Comprehension; v) Interpretative passage
Candidates who clear the entrance test have to apply afresh in the School of Communication Studies; the cutoff marks for passing the entrance test for admission to MA (Journalism & Ma- Communication) is 21 marks (33% of the total marks) [increased from 13 marks out of 65 marks, as it is a professional course)
Master in Public Health
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks from recognized University/Institute
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiplechoice questions of one mark each; there will be 25 from Biological Sciences, 10 from Social Sciences, 25 from Health Sciences and Medical Vocabulary, 15 on Environment Sciences
M.A. (English) (Semester System)
Eligibility: A person who has passed one of the following examinations from Panjab University or from any other University whose examination has been recognized equivalent to the corresponding exam of this University:
i) B.A. with Honours in English
ii) Bachelor’s degree in any faculty with at least 50% marks in the aggregate
iii) Diploma in Physical Education exam or Postgraduate Diploma in Library Science after having passed B.A. or B.Sc
iv) B.A. (Pass)/B.Sc. (Pass) examination in full subjects obtaining at least 45% marks in the Elective English
v) Obtained B.A. degree through English only regulation obtaining at least 45% marks in the Elective English
vi) Obtained B.A after passing exam in an Oriental Classical Language or a Modern Indian Language with at least 45% marks (out of the aggregate excluding the additional paper) at the Honours in Oriental Titles or Modern Indian Languages exam in English
Scheme of Test: The written Test will be of 1 hour and 30 minutes duration and will carry 75 marks; the pattern of the CET should be as follows:
a) Write at least two paragraphs (total 400 words) on any of the one given topics/issues – 30 marks
b) Critical appreciation of a poem – 25 marks
c) Four short note (approx 100 words) based on Topics related to literature – 20 Marks
MA (Geography)
Eligibility: A person shall be eligible only if
He/she has passed in Geography in the BA or B.Sc exam obtaining at least 45 marks; or Has obtained Post-graduate diploma in Cartography with atleast second division
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiplechoice questions of one mark each
Masters in Disaster Management
Eligibility: The candidates, except those sponsored by the govt/institution should have passed the written Entrance Test conducted by PU, Chandigarh; the merit list will be prepared considering the marks obtained in the Entrance Test and the qualifying Exam as per the following criteria:
Written Entrance Test: 50%
Qualifying Exam: 50%
Academic and other weightage(s), if any, will be based on the percentage of marks obtained by the eligible candidates in the Qualifying Exam as prescribed and admissible in PU rules
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each
Masters in Remote Sensing & GIS
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree with Geography/Geology/Geophysics/Mathematics/Physics/Botany/Environment Science/Computer Science/Urban Planning/Regional Planning/B.Tech/BCA or Master’s Degree in Geography/Geology/Geophysics/Mathematics/Physics/Botany/Envir. Sci/Computer Science/ MCA/Urban Planning/ Regional Planning with at least 50% marks in aggregate
The admission to the course shall be through Entrance Test in which a minimum score of 50% marks is mandatory
BA/B.Sc/M.A/M.Sc Geography students will be given additional weightage of 15% of the academic score at Bachelor’s level
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each
M.Tech. (Nanoscience and Nanotechnology) (Semester System)
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree (4-years after 10+2) in Engineering/Technology, i.e. B.E /B.Tech (in any Branch); or Master’s degree in Physics/Chemistry/Biophysics/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology/NanoScience/Electronics with minimum 50% marks in the aggregate
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each; the syllabus will be based broadly on the course contents on fundamentals of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Computer background covered during their qualifying exams including undergraduate level
M.E. (Chemical)
Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech (Chemical) (04 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem.)with MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or at least 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying exam i.e. B.E./B.Tech (Chemical) (04 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate
The candidate shall be admitted on the basis of the PU-CET (PG) merit conducted by Panjab University, Chandigarh
GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the PU-CET (P.G.) test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates the merit list will be as per the GATE Score obtained and shall be offered the seat in the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each; the syllabus will be based broadly on the course contents generally covered during qualifying exams
M.E. (Food Technology)
Eligibility: B.E/ B.Tech degree in Food Technology/Dairy Technology/ Agricultural Engineering/Food Engg/Chemical Engg/Chemical Technology (4 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate with a CGPA of 6.00 or at least 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded)
GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the PU-CET (P.G.) Test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates the merit list will be as per the GATE Score obtained and shall be offered the seat at the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each; the syllabus will be based broadly on the course contents generally covered during qualifying exams
M.E (Chemical with specialization in Environmental Engineering)
Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech (Chemical) (04 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem.) with MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or at least 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying exam i.e. B.E./B.Tech (Chemical) (04 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem.) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate
The candidate shall be admitted on the basis of the PU-CET (P.G.) merit conducted by Panjab University, Chandigarh
GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the PU-CET (P.G.) test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates the merit list will be as per the GATE Score obtained and shall be offered the seat at the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each; the syllabus will be based broadly on the course contents generally covered during qualifying exams
M.Tech (Polymer)
Eligibility: B.E/B.Tech (Chemical) (04 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem) with MBA with a CGPA of 6.00 or at least 60% marks in the aggregate (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying exam i.e. B.E./B.Tech (Chemical) (04 years) or Five Year Integrated B.E (Chem) with MBA or any other equivalent qualifying degree as approved by the Syndicate; or
The candidate shall be admitted on the basis of the PU-CET (PG) merit conducted by Panjab University, Chandigarh; GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the PU-CET (PG) test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates the merit list will be as per the GATE Score obtained and shall be offered the seat in the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each; the syllabus will be based broadly on the course contents generally covered during qualifying exams
M.Sc (Industrial Chemistry)
Eligibility: B.Sc (Three Year Course) with Mathematics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects/B.Sc (Hons. School) Chemistry/B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry with Maths as a compulsory subject/B.Sc (3 Year Course) with Industrial Chemistry & Mathematics as compulsory subject or any other equivalent exam as approved by the syndicate, Panjab University, Chandigarh
A candidate seeking admission must have obtained a minimum CGPA of 5.5; or 55% marks (where % marks are awarded) in the qualifying examination mentioned above
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be of 1 hour 30 minutes and it will consist of 75 multiple choice questions of one mark each consisting of 20 questions in Physics, 20 questions in Chemistry, 20 questions in Industrial Chemistry & 15 questions in Maths; the syllabus will be based broadly on the course contents generally covered during the qualifying exams
M.E. Electrical Engg. (Instrumentation & Control) Regular Programme
Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in Instrumentation and Control/Electronics/Electrical Engg with atleast 60% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or any other University 17 recognized by Panjab University as equivalent thereto
Admission is on the basis of entrance test PU-CET (P.G.)-2020 to be conducted by the Panjab University and interview. GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the PU-CET (P.G.) Test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates, the merit list will be as per the GATE Score obtained and shall be offered the seat at the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test shall be of 1 hour 30 minutes; the question paper will consist of 75 multiple choice questions from the syllabi prescribed for PU-CET (P.G.)-2020 ME Electrical Engg. (Instrumentation & Control) Regular Programme
M.E. (Electronics and Communication Engineering) Regular Program
Eligibility: B.E or B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics /Electronics & Communication Engg/Electronics & Telecom Engg with at least 60% marks in the aggregate from PU or any other university recognized by Panjab University as equivalent thereto
GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the PU-CET (PG)-2020 Test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates, the merit list will be as per the GATE score obtained and shall be offered the seat at the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test will be 1 hour 30 minutes; the question paper will consist of 75 multiple-choice questions from the syllabi prescribed for PU-CET (PG)-2020 M.E Electronics & Communication Engg) Regular Programme. Each question will be of one mark
M. E. (Computer Science & Engineering) Regular Program
Eligibility: B.E or B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science and Engg/Information Technology with at least 60% marks in aggregate from Panjab University or any other University recognized by Panjab University as equivalent thereto GATE qualified candidates shall be exempted from the PU-CET (PG)-2020 test. However, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates, the merit list will be as per the GATE score obtained
and shall be offered the seat in the first instance.
Scheme of TestThe duration of Entrance test will be 1 hour 30 minutes. The question paper will consist of 75 multiple-choice questions from the syllabi prescribed for PU-CET (PG)-2020 M.E (Computer Science & Engg and Information Technology) Regular Programme. Each question will be of one mark
ME Civil Engineering (Construction Technology & Management) Program
Eligibility: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engg from a recognized University or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 6.75 of 60% marks in aggregate; admission (against vacant seats) is on the basis of entrance test (PU-CET (P.G.)-2020) to be conducted by the Panjab University & interview GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the (PU-CET (P.G.)-2020 test; however, in case eligible GATE qualified candidates, the merit list will be as per the GATE score obtained and shall be offered the seat at the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test shall be of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The question paper will consist of 75 multiple choice questions from the syllabi prescribed for (PU-CET (P.G.)-2020 ME Civil Engg (Construction Technology & Mgmt) Program; each question will be of one mark
ME Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Technology) Program
Eligibility: A Bachelor’ Degree in Mechanical Engg/ Production Engg./ Industrial Engg./ Automobile Engg/ Manufacturing Technology from a recognized University or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 6.75 or 60% marks in aggregate
Admission (against vacant seats) is on the basis of entrance test (PU-CET (P.G.) to be conducted by the Panjab University and interview, GATE qualified candidates will be exempted from the (PU-CET (P.G.) test; however, in case of eligible GATE qualified candidates, the merit list will be as per the GATE score obtained and shall be offered the seat at the first instance
Scheme of Test: The duration of the Entrance Test shall be of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The question paper will consists of 75 multiple choice questions from the syllabi prescribed for (PU-CET (P.G.)-2020 ME Mechanical Engg (Manufacturing Technology) Program; each question will be of one mark
M.B.E. (Master of Busine- Economics) (Semester System)
Eligibility: i) A Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in any discipline of the University or a Degree of any other University which has been recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto, with not le- than 50% marks in the aggregate; or
ii) Pa- in the final exam conducted by (a) The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, (b) The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India and (c) the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Scheme of Test: The question paper of 1 hour 30 minutes duration will consist of 75 Objective Type Questions (Multiple Choice) with four responses i.e. A,B,C&D carrying a total of 75 marks; the standard of the question paper shall be based on the latest syllabus prescribed for Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Commerce of Panjab University (1st, 2nd and 3rd year together)
MEFB (Master of Entrepreneurship and Family Business) (Semester System)
Eligibility: i) A Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in any discipline of the University or a Degree of any other University which has been recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto, with not le- than 50% marks in the aggregate; or
ii) A pa- in the final exam conducted by a) the Institute of Chartered Accounts of India, b) the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India and c) the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Scheme of Test: The question paper of 1 hour 30 minutes duration will consist of 75 Objective Type Questions (Multiple Choice) with four responses i.e. A,B,C&D carrying a total of 75 marks; the question paper will include questions related to General Knowledge, Verbal/Reasoning ability, Data interpretation and Commerce/Economics
M.Com (Honours) (Semester System)
Eligibility: a) B.Com/B.Com (Hons.)/BBA with not le- than 45% marks in the aggregate; or
b) B.Com (Hons) Degree with not le- than 45% marks in the aggregate; or
c) A graduate with Honours in Economics or Mathematics or Statistics or Commerce with not le- than 45% marks in the aggregate; or
d) A graduate with 50% marks in the aggregate having offered either Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Commerce, Computer Application, Information Technology or Computer Science as a subject in the exam
Provided that in case of candidates having Bachelors degree of the University through Modern Indian Languages ([Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi(Gurmukhi Script)] and/or in a classical language (Sanskrit/Persian/Arabic) or degree of any other University obtained in the same manner recognized by the Syndicate; 50% marks in the aggregate shall be calculated by taking into account full percentage of marks in all the papers in Language excluding the additional optional papers, English and Elective subject taken together
e) A pa- of the Final examination conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India or England/Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India or England/Institute Company Secretaries of India; or
f) Any other qualification recognized by the Syndicate for this purpose
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test of 1 hour 30 minutes duration shall comprise of one paper of 85 multiple choice (having four responses A,B,C&D) objective type questions of one mark each in the area of Accounting, Management, Laws and Economics
Merit list: The admission will be made on the basis of the Entrance Test (85% weightage), Group Discussion (7.5% weight age) and Personal Interview (7.5% weightage)
M.Com (Busine- Innovations) (Semester System)
Eligibility: The Entrance Test for M.Com (Busine- Innovations) shall be open to all such candidates who posse- the qualifications as mentioned below:
a) A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) or Busine- Administration (B.B.A) with not le- than 45% marks in the aggregate; OR
b) B.Com (Hons.) Degree with not le- than 45% marks in the aggregate; OR
c) A graduation with Honours in Economics OR Mathematics OR Statistics OR Commerce with not le- than 45% marks in the aggregate; OR
d) A graduation with 50% marks in the aggregate in any other discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto Provided that in case of candidates having Bachelor’s degree of the University through Modern Indian Languages (Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi/Gurumukhi script) and / or in a classical language (Sanskrit/Persian/ Arabic) or degree of any other University obtained in the same manner recognized by the Syndicate. 50% marks in the aggregate shall be calculated by taking into account full percentage of marks in all the papers in Language excluding the additional optional paper, English and the elective subject taken together;
(e) A pa- in the final exam conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India or England/ Institute of Cost Accountants of India or England
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test of 1 hour 30 minutes duration shall comprise one paper of 75 marks containing 75 Objective Type questions of multiple choices (having four responses A,B,C&D) carrying one mark each
The Breakup of questions shall be as follows:
1. General Knowledge – 15 Questions
2. Busine- Aptitude – 20 Questions
3. Quantitative Aptitude – 20 Questions
4. Test of Reasoning – 20 Questions
Merit: Admission to M.Com (Busine- Innovation) at SCD Govt College, Ludhiana shall be on the basis of the entrance test (Weightage 50%), and qualifying exam (Weightage 50%)
MBACIT (Master in Busine- Administration, Commerce and Information Technology) (Semester System)
Eligibility: BA /B.Sc./B.Com./any other Graduation Degree with 50% from Panjab University or any other University recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto
Scheme of Test: The question paper of 1 hour 30 minutes duration will consist of 75 Objective Type Questions (Multiple Choice) with four responses i.e. A,B,C&D carrying a total of 75 marks; the question
paper will include 15 questions each on subject knowledge of Commerce, Economics, IT, Verbal ability/Reasoning and General awareness
Master of Busine- Administration for Executives (MBAfEX)
Eligibility: The minimum qualification for admission to the first semester of the course shall be:
i) A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in any discipline with not le- than 50% marks in the aggregate or any other examination with 50% marks recognized by the University as equivalent thereto; or
A pa- in the final examination conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India or England/Institute of Cost Accountants of India or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of England/Institute of Company Secretaries of India; or
Diploma in Personnel Management and Labour Welfare or Diploma in Marketing Management with not le- than 60% marks in the aggregate, provided the candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree
ii) Two years whole time executive experience in a commercial or industrial establishment after having passed the qualifying examination as given above. Members of All India or State Administrative/Technical Services and Defence Personnel holding administrative positions with not le- than two years of executive experience will also be eligible Organizational sponsorship is essential Scheme of Panjab University PG Entrance Test 2020
The Entrance Test will carry 85 marks and will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration; it will consist of 85 multiple-choice questions of one mark each and having four responses A,B,C&D; the components of the test will include: General Knowledge; Economics and Busine- Environment Awareness; Data interpretation and problem solving; Numerical Ability; Verbal Ability/ Reasoning and English Comprehension
Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) (Two-Year Course/Semester System)
Eligibility: A person who has passed/appeared in any one of the following examinations:
a) Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) or equivalent with at least 50% marks; or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc in Health and Physical Education) with at least 50% marks
b) The reservation in seats and relaxation in the qualifying marks for SC/ST/OBC/PWD and other categories shall be as per the rules of the Central Govt/State Govt whichever is applicable
c) Any other qualification recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent to (a) and (b)
Admission Procedure: Admission shall be made on merit on the basis of marks obtained in the entrance examination (written test, fitne- test, interview and percentage of qualifying examination) as per the policy of Panjab University
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test of 1 hour 30 minutes duration shall comprise one paper of 75 marks, containing 75 Objective Type questions of multiple choices (having four responses A,B,C&D) carrying one mark each; questions will be based on the following three areas of Physical Education and Sports: (a) Aptitude (b) General Knowledge (c) Reasoning Ability
Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) (Two-Year Course/ Four Semester System)
Eligibility: A person who has passed/appeared in any one of the following exams:
a) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 50% marks and having at least participation in the Inter-College/Inter-Zonal District/School competition in sports and games as recognized by the AIU/IOA/SGFI/Govt. of India; OR
Bachelor’s Degree in physical education with 45% marks; OR
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 45% marks and studied physical education as compulsory elective subjects; Bachelor’s degree with participation in International competitions or secured 1st, 2nd or 3rd position in National/Inter-University competition in sports and games as recognized by respective federations/AIU/ IOA/SGFI/Govt. of India; OR
Graduation with 45% marks and at least three years of teaching experience (for deputed in-service candidates i.e. trained physical education teachers/coaches)
b) The relaxation in the percentage of marks in the qualifying exam and in the reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC and other categories shall be as per the rules of the Central Govt/State Govt., whichever is applicable
c) Any other qualification recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent to above points
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test of 1 hour 30 minutes duration shall comprise one paper of 75 marks containing 75 Objective Type questions of multiple choices (having four responses A,B,C&D) carrying one mark each; questions will be based on the following three areas of Physical Education and Sports: (a) Aptitude (b) General Knowledge (c) Reasoning Ability
M.Sc (Hons. School) Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Physics & Electronics and Zoology (Semester Systems)
Eligibility: B.A./ B.Sc (Pa- or Honours) examination with 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/BC) of the Panjab University or any other exam recognized by the Panjab University as equivalent thereto with the subject desirous of seeking admission in M.Sc (Honours School) Course as an elective subject for three years
For Entrance Test to M.Sc (Hons School) Mathematics B.A/B.Sc (General) with Mathematics from the colleges affiliated to Panjab University or from other Universities as recognized by the Panjab University
Note: B.Sc (MLT) Course has not been made equivalent to B.Sc (Hons. School) Biochemistry of Panjab University; the candidates who are already students of Panjab University Teaching Department and have passed/appeared/appearing in the B.Sc (Honours School) final examination of the University during the current session in the relevant subject are not required to appear in the M.Sc (Honours School) Admission Entrance Test
For M.Sc (Hons. School) Chemistry: B.Sc examination with (i) Chemistry (ii) Physics (iii) Mathematics and or Botany/ Zoology during all the three years of graduation with 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST/BC)
For M.Sc (Hons. School) Biotechnology: B.Sc Biotechnology with 50% marks or B.Sc (50% marks) with Biotechnology as Elective/Vocational/ Add on subject (studied for 3 years) are eligible
Scheme of Test: The question paper will be on the concerned subject for which the admission to M.Sc. (Honours School) is being sought by the candidate; it will consist of 75 Objective Type Questions (Multiple Choice with four responses i.e. A,B,C&D) carrying a total of 75 marks; the question paper will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration The standard of the question paper shall be based on latest syllabus prescribed for Bachelor’s degree of Panjab University (1st, 2nd and 3rd year together) in the relevant subject
M.Sc (Hons. School) Computer Science
Eligibility: BCA/B.Sc (Hons. School) in Computer Science/ B. Tech/B.E. (Computer Sci/ Engg) or any other exam recognized as equivalent thereto with 50% marks
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test will be of 75 marks. It will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration consisting of 75 multiple choice questions of Computer Science subject at the level of examinations as mentioned in the eligibility conditions
M.Sc (Hons. School) Geology
Eligibility: For vacant seats based on PU-CET (PG) merit and approval of Syndicate/Senate, B.Sc 3 Years course with Geology as one of the subjects, 50% marks in B.Sc. & 50% marks in subject of Geology in B.Sc
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test will be of 75 marks. It will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration consisting of 75 multiple choice questions (with only one correct answer)
M.Sc (Two Year Course) Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Botany, Physics, Chemistry, Medical Physics, Nuclear Medicine and Zoology (Semester Systems)
Eligibility for different courses
Bioinformatics: Bachelor’s degree in Science (General or Honours) with Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Electronics, Genetics, Life Science, Mathematics, Mathematics & computing, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, computer Science, Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy and Veterinary Science with at least 50% marks (45% for candidates belonging to SC/ST/BC category)
Biotechnology: Bachelor’s degree (under the 10+2+3 pattern of Education) in Physical, Biological, Pharmaceutical, Agricultural, Veterinary or Fishery Sciences or Bachelor’s degree in Engg/Technology, Home Science, Medicine (MBBS) from any University/ Institute recognized by the Panjab University The candidate must have obtained at least 55% marks at the Bachelor’s degree level
Botany: B.Sc pa- with Botany having at least 50% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or from any other University recognized by Panjab University Syndicate as equivalent thereto
Physics and Chemistry
a) B.Sc Honours School examination of the Panjab University in the subject of M.Sc Course
b) B.Sc Exam of the Panjab University or any other University recognized by Syndicate securing leat 50% marks in aggregate and with Physics & Mathematics for M.Sc Physics Course and with Chemistry and Mathematics for M.Sc Chemistry course along with anyone
Medical Physics: B.Sc with at least 50% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or from any other University recognized by the Syndicate or equivalent thereto with Physics and Chemistry (nonmedical stream) or Chemistry and Biology (medical stream) as Core subjects
The candidates having B.Sc in Nuclear Medicine/biophysics/Radiation Sciences shall also be eligible; the duration of the course is 3 years (2 years teaching + one year internship in the Radiation Therapy, Department of PGIMER, Chandigarh)
Nuclear Medicine: B.Sc with at least 50% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or from any other University recognized by the Syndicate or equivalent thereto with Physics and Chemistry (nonmedical stream) or Chemistry and Biology (Medical stream) as Core subjects
Candidates having B.Sc in Nuclear Medicine/biophysics shall also be eligible for admission to the course
Zoology: B.Sc with Zoology having at least 50% marks in the aggregate from Panjab University or from any other University recognized by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto
Scheme of Tests for above courses
The scheme of the test for admission to M. Sc. (Two Year Courses) as given above offered at different colleges affiliated to Panjab University will be same as applicable for M.Sc (Hons School) in the respective subjects except Bioinformatics
The candidates may be admitted to M.Sc (Hons School) at Panjab University Campus or affiliated colleges on the basis of final merit lists
For M.Sc Bioinformatics: The question paper will consists of 75 objective type questions (Multiple choice with four responses i.e. A,B,C&D) carrying a total of 75 marks; the question paper will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration; the syllabi and standard for the question paper shall be the one as currently prescribed for Bachelor’s Degree of Panjab University (1st , 2nd and 3rd year together)
M.Sc Microbial Biotechnology (Two- Year Course) (Semester System)
Eligibility: Candidates having Bachelors Degree from any field of Biological Sciences including Biotechnology is eligible
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration. It shall comprise 75 multiple-choice questions (with only one right answer) of one mark each; the questions will be based on fundamentals of Microbiology and Biotechnology
Master’s Degree Programme in Environment Science (Two-Year Course) (Semester System)
Eligibility: Graduates from Science/Engineering stream or any other stream with Honours in Geography as one of the subjects from Panjab University or any other University recognized by Panjab University as equivalent thereto
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration. It shall comprise 75 multiple-choice questions (with only one right answer) of one mark each from the Botany, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Sociology, Statistics, Zoology and General Awarene- subjects of graduation level It shall attempt to test the intelligence, comprehension of the scientific principles and general knowledge expected of a science graduate
M.Sc (Human Genomics) (Two-Year Course) (Semester System)
Eligibility: B.Sc (Pa- or Honours) under 10+2+3 pattern examination of the Panjab University or any other exam recognized by the Panjab University as equivalent thereto in Physical, Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Medicine with at least 55% marks
Scheme of Test: The Entrance Test will be of 75 marks; it will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration consisting of 75 multiple choice questions (with only one correct answer) of 1 Mark each from six disciplines representing Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Medicine
M.Sc (Systems Biology and Bioinformatics) (Two-Year Course) (Semester System)
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in Science (General or Hons.) with Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Electronics, Genetics, Life Science, Mathematics, Mathematics & computing, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, Computer Science, Engg, Medicine, Pharmacy and Veterinary Science with at least 50% marks (45% for candidates belonging to SC/ST/BC category)
Scheme of Test: The question paper will consists of 75 objective type questions (Multiple choice with four responses i.e. A,B,C&D) carrying a total of 75 marks; the question paper will be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration; the syllabi and standard for the question paper shall be the one as currently prescribed for Bachelor’s Degree of Panjab University (1st , 2nd and 3rd year together)
Application Fee
PUCET PG Registration & Examination Fee Structure
| Application fee for General Category |
Rs. 1760/- |
| Application fee for SC/ST/Blind Category |
Rs. 880/- |
| Additional Form (for both General and SC/ST / Blind Category) |
Rs. 770/- |
– 50% concession for Panjab University regular employees under B & C Cla- (Senate dated 14.7.2007 vide para No. xxxiii)
How to Apply
The Procedure And Steps For Filling Online Application-Cum-Admission Form
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
– Register Online.
– Note down your Login Id and Password.
– Download SBI Slip and pay fee in any SBI branch.
– Deposit fee using website generated bank slip at any SBI branch, minimum one day after printing of bank slip.
– Login and upload scanned photograph, signature, fill other important information and Save and Confirm.
Exam Cities
The Entrance Test will be held only in CHANDIGARH on the scheduled dates.
Paper Pattern
– In case of Objective Type question papers, the candidates shall be required to answer questions on the OMR Answer-sheet provided for the purpose only following all the rules/ norms as stated on the Answer sheet. However, entrance test for admission to M.A. English and M.A. Journalism and Ma- Communication shall not be on OMR sheet.
– The Entrance Test shall be English only.
– Thirty minutes extra would be given to the visually handicapped/ physically handicapped candidates (as approved by the Vice-Chancellor).
– there shall be NEGATIVE MARKING FOR WRONG ANSWERS i.e. marks will be deducted for wrong answers. If for each correct answer 1 mark is to be awarded, for a wrong answer ¼ mark will be deducted.
– The admission shall be based on the relative merit of the candidates as determined by the marks obtained in the qualifying degree examination and the result of the Entrance Test being held in the year of admission, subject to such reservation and weightage as are prescribed in the rules of admission of the University Department/Institution/Centre concerned.
Admit Card / Hall Ticket
Admit card download from university website. The candidate should also dowload ehall ticket from University official website.
The candidates shall be admitted to the test only on the production of the Admit Card at the Test Centre. No candidate shall be allowed to take the test without the Admit Card under any circumstances. The candidates must retain the admit card with them till the admission proce- is over, since it will be required again at the time of counseling.
The Admit Cards will be issued to the candidates only provisionally, at their sole risk and responsibility subject to the final confirmation of their eligibility at the time of admission. It is further clarified that the candidates shall be taking the test at their own risk and responsibility as far as their eligibility is concerned and the University shall, in no way, be responsible if they are found to be ineligible, later, leading to cancellation of their result or any other consequence(s) emanating from the same.
Answer Key
“4-5” days after the test, the question papers and their keys will be put on the University website. The candidate can file their objections regarding discrepancies and accuracy of the key, in writing, within 48 hours of this announcement. The valid concerns thus expressed will be given due consideration while evaluation. If a candidate wishes to verify his/her result, he/she will be provided a photocopy of his/her answer sheet on payment of Rs. 10,000/- within 10 days after the declaration of the entrance test result and the office should proce- the whole procedure within
three working days. In case, a discrepancy is found in the result of the candidate, the result would accordingly be revised and the fee deposited will be refunded.
Results
– The result of the PU-CET (P.G.) 2020 will be made available on the University website: http://www.results.puchd.ac.in.
– The candidates are also advised to download the Rank Cards from the website after publication of results. No separate Result Card will be issued
Accepting College
The candidates who have passed/appeared in the qualifying examination from any of the following universities (declared as fake by the UGC) are ineligible to appear in the Entrance Tests, as these institutions have been derecognized by the Panjab University.
1. Maithlli University/ Vishwavidyalaya, Darbhanga, Bihar
2. Mahila Gram Vidyapith/ Vishwavidyalaya, (Women’s University) Prayag, Allahabad (U.P.)
3. Varanaseya Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya, Varanasi (U.P.), Jagatpuri, Delhi
4. Commercial University Ltd., Daryaganj, Delhi
5. Indian Education Council of U.P., Lucknow (U.P.)
6. Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad (U.P.)
7. National University of Electro Complex, Kanpur
8. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Aligarh (U.P.)
9. D.D.B. Sanskrit University, Trichi, Tamil Nadu
10. St. John’s University, Kishanttam, Kerala
11. United Nations University, Delhi
12. Vocational University, Delhi
13. Uttar Pradesh Vishwavidyalaya, Kosi Kalan, Mathura (U.P.)
14. Maharana Partap Shiksha Niketan Vishwavidyalaya, Partapgarh (U.P.)
15. Raja Arabic University, Nagpur
16. Kesarwani Vidyapith, Jabalpur (M.P.)
17. Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Educaiton Society, Belgaum (Karnataka)
18. ADR-Centric Juridical University, New Delhi-110008
19. Gurukul Vishwavidyalaya, Vrindawan (U.P.)
PU-CET (P.G.) Admission
Assistant Registrar, CET Cell
Panjab University, Sector 14
Chandigarh – 160 014
E-mail: cetpg@pu.ac.in
