Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has efficiently completed the eight days of the IPU CET 2026. The exams were held on April 25 and 26, May 2 and 3, May 9 and 10, and May 16 and May 17, covering four shifts, with morning and evening sessions scheduled each day.
On the first day, April 25, Saturday, the morning shift included exams for
- M.A. (Mass Communication)- Heavy focus on Current Affairs (2025-26) and Media Laws.
- B.Tech (Bio-Technology)- The paper was reportedly Moderate to Tough. Biology was largely NCERT-based (Class 11/12). Maths was average but lengthy.
- M.Sc. (Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Design)- Students reported that the paper was tough. Organic chemistry and reaction mechanisms were the dominant and hardest sections.
- Lateral Entry in BS Packaging- Most questions were direct and based on the fundamental science syllabus.
This was followed by the evening shift, which saw candidates appearing for
- MCA- Mathematics was the toughest section with lengthy calculations in Calculus/Vectors.
- B.A. (Journalism & Mass Communication)- Media Aptitude focused on 2025-26 digital trends and press laws.
- The Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance and Counselling- Focused deeply on Child Psychology theories & clinical counselling frameworks.
The second day, April 26, Sunday, continued the schedule with a morning session for
- The Master of Occupational Therapy (Neurology) – The paper was quite conceptual. Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology had heavy weightage. Many questions were from clinical conditions like Stroke, Parkinson’s, and Spinal Cord Injury. Overall manageable if you have revised the BPT properly.
- M.A. (English)- Questions from the Romantic & Victorian era dominated the paper. Literary theories will be the deciding factor of the paper qualification.
- BHMCT- Service Aptitude & English sections were scoring. The GA section focused on recent tourism trends & luxury hotel brands of 2025.
- B.Sc. (Packaging Technology)- The paper maintained a balance between Applied Sciences and logical reasoning. The overall difficulty level was easy to moderate.
The weekend concluded with an evening shift featuring
- B.Sc. (Yoga)- Heavy emphasis was placed on Human Anatomy & Physiology. Questions were also asked about the history of Yoga.
- M.Sc. (Bioinformatics)- Candidates found the Mathematics & Coding-logic questions to be the most difficult parts.
The third day, May 2, Saturday, continued the schedule with a morning session for
- Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics – The paper was moderate, with a significant focus on biomechanics and material science applications.
- M.Tech. CET (ECE & IT & VLSI Design) (Regular) – This was reported as tough, primarily due to complex numericals in Signal Processing and intricate VLSI circuit design logic.
- M. Tech. (Biotechnology) (Regular) – The difficulty was moderate to tough, featuring heavy weightage on Bioprocess Engineering and downstream processing calculations.
- M. Tech. (Chemical Engineering) (Regular) – This paper was tough, with candidates finding the Thermodynamics and Mass Transfer sections particularly gruelling.
- Master of Arts (Economics) – The overall level was moderate, balancing theoretical Microeconomics with challenging statistical and econometric problems.
- Master of Science (Yoga) – The paper was moderate, focusing on the integration of traditional Hatha Yoga texts with modern Human Anatomy.
- Master of Design (CET) – Students rated it as moderate, noting that the creative visualisation and design theory questions were highly time-consuming.
- M. Ed Special Education – This was easy to moderate, sticking closely to pedagogical theories and inclusive education frameworks.
- LE to B. Design – The exam was moderate, testing a mix of practical drawing skills and fundamental aesthetic sensitivity.
The day concluded with an evening shift featuring
- Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) – The paper was moderate to tough, featuring a heavy concentration of clinical case-based questions and advanced neuro-musculoskeletal recovery techniques.
- Lateral Entry to B. Tech. Programmes for Diploma holders – This was reported as tough, as candidates faced a high volume of complex Engineering Mechanics and higher-order Mathematics problems.
- Bachelor of Design (through CET) – The difficulty level was moderate, with students noting that while the aptitude section was straightforward, the visual-spatial and creative reasoning tasks required significant time.
The fourth day, May 3, Sunday, continued the schedule with a morning session for
- M.Tech. CET (CSE & IT) (Regular) – The paper was reported as tough, with candidates highlighting a heavy emphasis on conceptual depth in Discrete Mathematics, Algorithms, and Operating Systems.
- PG Diploma in Bioinformatics – This exam was moderate, balancing biological sequence analysis questions with basic computational logic and probability.
- BA in Liberal Arts (Hons./Hons. with Research) major in History, Sociology & Pol Sc, Psychology – The difficulty was moderate, featuring a broad range of questions across History and Political Science, while the Psychology and Sociology sections were noted for being highly application-based.
The weekend concluded with an evening shift featuring
- M.Tech. (Food Processing Technology) – The paper was reported as moderate to tough, with students finding the numerical problems in thermodynamics and food engineering units particularly challenging and time-consuming.
- B.A English – The difficulty level was moderate, featuring a comprehensive General English section and a highly diverse Literary Aptitude section that spanned from classical poets to contemporary Booker Prize winners.
- M.S. in Packaging Technology – This exam was moderate, as candidates noted that the questions on material properties and sustainable packaging were straightforward, though the analytical section required careful thought.
The fifth day, May 9, Saturday, began with the exam of
- BBA & Allied Programmes – Students found the paper moderate overall (morning shift on May 9). English and General Awareness were easy to moderate and scoring for most, while Logical Reasoning had some lengthy puzzles and Quantitative Aptitude/Management Aptitude was conceptual and slightly time-consuming.
And it ended with the exams of 3 subjects
- MBA (CET) – The paper was of Moderate to Tough difficulty overall. English Language & Comprehension and General Awareness were easy to moderate and score. Logical & Analytical Ability had lengthy puzzles and sets. Quantitative Aptitude / Management Aptitude was conceptual, calculation-based, and time-consuming.
- B.Sc (Hons) Nursing – The paper was Moderate overall. Mental Ability & Reasoning was standard to moderate. Aptitude for Teaching (pedagogy, classroom scenarios) was moderate to tough and application-oriented. English Comprehension was easy to moderate (scoring). General Awareness (including education policies like NEP) was moderate.
- B.Com (Hons) – The paper was Moderate to Tough. Molecular Biology & Diagnostics carried heavy weightage with questions on techniques (PCR, ELISA, etc.) and clinical applications. Biochemistry & Immunology was moderate to tough. Chemistry (Organic/Inorganic) & Analytical Techniques was relatively tough with reactions and instrumentation. General Science/Aptitude was moderate.
The sixth day, May 10, Sunday, began with the exam of
- Bachelor of Computer Applications – The paper was Moderate overall. Students found Mathematics lengthy and calculation-heavy, while Computer Awareness was moderate to easy for those with basic knowledge. English, Reasoning, and General Awareness were relatively easy to score.
And the day ended with the exam of 3 subjects, which were:
- Bachelor of Management Studies – The paper was of Moderate to Tough difficulty overall. English Language & Comprehension and General Awareness were easy to moderate and score. Logical & Analytical Ability had lengthy puzzles and sets. Quantitative Aptitude / Management Aptitude was conceptual, calculation-based, and time-consuming.
- Bachelor of Education – The paper was Moderate overall. Mental Ability & Reasoning was standard to moderate. Aptitude for Teaching (pedagogy, classroom scenarios) was moderate to tough and application-oriented. English Comprehension was easy to moderate (scoring). General Awareness (including education policies such as the NEP) was moderate.
- M.Sc Molecular Diagnostics – The paper was Moderate to Tough. Molecular Biology & Diagnostics carried heavy weightage with questions on techniques (PCR, ELISA, etc.) and clinical applications. Biochemistry & Immunology was moderate to tough. Chemistry (Organic/Inorganic) & Analytical Techniques was relatively tough with reactions and instrumentation. General Science/Aptitude was moderate.
The seventh day, May 16, Sunday, began with the exam of
- LE to B.Tech Programmes for B.Sc Graduates – Student feedback indicates that the paper was generally easy to moderate if fundamentals from the qualifying degree are strong. It covers applied mechanics, physics/chemistry basics, computer awareness, and reasoning/aptitude. Students note that it is manageable with targeted practice; negative marking requires careful attempts. B.Sc graduates may need extra focus on engineering-oriented topics
- Bachelor of Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology – The exam typically tests 10+2 level Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and basic English/General Awareness. Students in similar paramedical CETs describe it as moderate, with emphasis on science concepts relevant to imaging/radiology. Preparation via NCERT and previous papers is commonly advised; straightforward MCQs were asked.
- B.Ed (Special Education) – The paper includes General Awareness, Aptitude for Teaching, English Comprehension, and Mental Ability/Reasoning. Student and pattern feedback describe it as moderate, similar to standard B.Ed CETs, with a focus on teaching aptitude and inclusive education awareness. It is manageable for graduates with good general knowledge; the Hindi option may be available. Negative marking applies.
- M.Sc (Microbiology) – IPU CET M.Sc paper (including related life sciences) was generally moderate to tough per student reactions in recent analyses. Heavy weightage on core Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and related techniques; some organic chemistry and aptitude sections. Students recommend strong subject knowledge from the UG level -conceptual and application-based questions are common.
Then, in the evening shift, exams were scheduled for 3 subjects:
- LE to B.Pharma – Pharmacy-specific subjects like Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry dominated. Questions were mostly conceptual, with some application-based. Students with a diploma background found it manageable.
- Bachelor of Radiation Therapy Tech (B.RTT) – Heavy focus on Anatomy, Radiation Physics, Imaging Techniques, and Radiotherapy procedures. Some numerical and safety-related questions were tricky but standard.
- B.A Economics – Mix of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Indian Economy, and General Awareness. Theory-based questions were scoring; some statistical portions were average. Good for students with a strong background in the basics.
The eighth day of the exam, May 17, started with the exams of the subjects:
- Master of Science (Environmental Management) – Questions were mostly based on Environmental Science, Ecology, Pollution Control, and Environmental Policies. Some current environmental issues and sustainable development topics were asked. Students found it interesting and manageable.
- Para – Med (BPO/BASLP/BMLS/ BPT/BOT) – Heavy focus on Anatomy, Physiology, and subject-specific basics. BPT and BOT had more clinical questions, while BASLP and BMLS had technical and instrumentation-related questions. Overall balanced but required good subject knowledge.
- M.Sc in Applied Geoinformatics – GIS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, and Geography-related questions dominated. Some technical and software-based concepts were asked. Students with prior knowledge of GIS found it scoring.
- Master's in Public Health (Field Epidemiology) – Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health Policies, and Disease Control were major areas. Questions were conceptual as well as application-based. Many students found it relevant and interesting.
And the weekend ended with the exams in the evening shift of subjects:
- Master of Education – Focus on Philosophical, Sociological, and Psychological foundations of Education. Questions on Curriculum Development, Inclusive Education, and Research Methodology were prominent. Quite scoring for students with a B.Ed background.
- B.Sc EVS – Basic Ecology, Environmental Chemistry, Biodiversity, and Pollution topics were asked. Some current affairs related to the environment were also included. Students found the paper straightforward and NCERT-based.
Now, GGSIPU will release the admit cards for the last exam of the IPU CET on its official website, ipu.ac.in.
The entrance exams will end on May 23, 2026. Since the university offers a wide variety of programs, the exam dates vary by course.
A detailed, course-wise timetable has been posted on the official portal of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprasth University (GGSIPU).
The IPU CET 2026 exam is structured into two primary shifts across various dates: Morning (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) and Evening (2:30 PM to 5:00 PM).
Candidates are required to carry their IPU CET 2026 admit card along with a valid government ID, as entry to the exam centre will not be allowed without it.
The IPU CET 2026 exam is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper/OMR) mode with MCQ-type questions.
- The exam consists of a single composite paper for each course, lasting 150 minutes (2.5 hours).
- Each paper contains 100 questions totalling 400 marks, with a marking scheme of +4 for correct answers and -1 for incorrect answers.
- The syllabus is course-specific, generally based on relevant graduation subjects for PG courses or Class 11 and 12 subjects for UG courses.
Related Links:
- IPU CET Question Paper (Available): Check Previous Year Question Paper with Solution PDF (2025-2004)
- IPU CET Mock Test 2026: Attempt Online Free Mock Test, Chapter-wise
- IPU CET 2026 Cutoff: Expected & Previous Year Analysis
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Admission to the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies) course is based on the IPU CET entrance examination. Candidates must qualify the exam and participate in counseling for seat allotment. Admission is granted according to CET rank, eligibility criteria, and availability of seats in affiliated colleges.
For IPU CET 2026, prepare subjects based on your course. For B.Tech: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; for BCA/BBA: Mathematics, English, Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness. Focus on NCERT concepts, practice mock tests, and revise regularly. Time management and previous year papers are important for scoring well.
The syllabus of M.Sc Microbiology at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University includes core subjects like Microbial Physiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bacteriology, Virology, and Environmental Microbiology. It also covers practical lab work, research methodology, seminars, and a final-year project/dissertation for research and specialization.
Yes, B.Sc. Nursing admission at colleges affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi is based on IPU CET (Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test). Eligible candidates must qualify IPU CET and participate in counselling. In some years, NEET-UG may also be considered, depending on official admission notifications.
No, a PCB student alone (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) cannot get admission in B.Tech Biotechnology at IPU East Campus (Delhi) after 12th without Mathematics. For B.Tech (including Biotechnology), IPU requires 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology/Biotechnology, and 55% marks plus a valid entrance score (IPU CET or CUET) for admission.
You can check here for the IPU CET Cutoff 2025 (Out): Check Category-wise and Branch-wise Cutoff, Good Score
There is no fixed “discount-marks” threshold published for Chanderprabhu Jain College (CPJ) under Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) that guarantees a fee concession based on your IPU CET score. To get BCA regular admission at CPJ, you must first meet the basic eligibility requirements, passing 10 + 2 with at least 50% aggregate (with required subjects). CPJ notes that scholarships or fee support are available under certain conditions, for “need-based” aid, a minimum 60% aggregate is required, while “merit-based” scholarships expect around 75% aggregate.
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To appear for the LEET exam for a diploma course, visit the official website of the respective state or university conducting the exam, such as Haryana, Punjab, or Delhi LEET. Register online by filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the exam fee. The LEET exam is conducted between May and July each year. After the exam, qualifying candidates must participate in counseling, where seat allotment and admission to engineering degree programs are done based on merit.
At Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, admission to the Bachelor of Computer Applications requires Mathematics or computer science in 12th grade. If you studied arts without these subjects, eligibility is not met. You may consider other universities that accept non-Maths students or require a bridge course.
The eligibility criteria for the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPUCET) 2024 varies from course to course. Here are the general criteria:
Please note that these are general criteria and specific courses may have additional requirements. Candidates must read the subject or course-wise eligibility criteria very carefully before applying. If any candidate fails to meet the eligibility criteria of IPU CET 2024, then the admission will be cancelled/rejected.
The confirmation or the specific dates related to the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPUCET) 2024 are usually announced on the official website. As per the latest information, the IPU CET 2024 will be conducted from April 27 to May 14, 2024. However, the course-specific exam dates and the confirmation date have not been released yet. They are expected to be notified on the official website by March 2024.
The admission process for Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) for the year 2024 has already started. The online registration for all UG and PG courses started on February 1, 2024. The last date for submission of the online registration form is April 15, 2024. Please visit the official website for more details and to apply. It’s important to check the website regularly for any updates or changes in the schedule.
To check the status of your IPU CET admission form, you can follow these steps:
Here, you can track whether your form has been submitted successfully or if any further action is needed.
To check the status of your IPU CET 2024 application form, you can follow these steps:
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The entrance test for Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) is known as the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET). Here are some details about the IPU CET 2024:
For more detailed information, you may want to visit the official website.
For the IPU CET exam, you can apply for your desired course from the official website by paying an application fee of INR 1,500. The IPU CET 2024 application form last date is extended to April 15, 2024. The IPU CET 2024 will be held from April 27 to May 14, 2024. To be eligible for IPU CET 2024, you must score at least 50% in class 12 board examination from a recognized board. As per IPU CET 2024 Eligibility Criteria, candidates should not be more than 21 years of age at the time of applying.
However, please note that admission in all B.Tech courses except B.Tech Biotechnology at IPU will be through JEE Main score2. There is no IPU CET Syllabus for B.Tech as the admission is done on the basis of JEE score.
Yes, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) conducts the Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) for admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The IPU CET is a university-level exam organized annually.
For the year 2024, the university will conduct all CETs from April 27 to May 14, 2024. However, please note that for certain courses, you need to appear for national-level entrance exams.
For instance:
Yes, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IP University) does provide hostel facilities. The university maintains four hostels on campus:
Each hostel has over 180 single seat rooms. You can find more details about the hostel facilities, allotment process, and other related information on the official website of the university.
Yes, you can apply for multiple courses in the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET). However, there are certain conditions:
Please make sure to check the specific details and requirements for each course before applying. It’s also important to note that the application process is conducted online. The application form for IPU CET 2024 was available from 1st February 2024, and the last date has been extended to April 10. The application fee is INR 1500 (plus taxes).
Remember to check the eligibility criteria for the specific courses you are interested in before applying.
The deadline to apply for the B. Ed. courses has been extended to April 10, 2024. The IPU CET 2024 exam will take place between April 27, 2024, and May 14, 2024.