Candidates seeking admission through the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) 2027 must fulfil the academic qualifications, minimum marks requirements, subject combinations and age criteria prescribed by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU).

The eligibility requirements differ according to the selected undergraduate or postgraduate programme. Candidates must have completed the required qualifying examination from a recognised board, university or equivalent institution and satisfy the programme-specific conditions before applying.

For the academic session 2027–28, the official eligibility criteria will be confirmed through the GGSIPU Admission Brochure 2027–28. The following information is based on the latest published 2026–27 admission brochure and should be treated as a reference until the new brochure is released.

General Eligibility Requirements

Candidates applying for IPU CET should fulfil the following general requirements, subject to the eligibility conditions of their selected programme.

Educational Qualification

Minimum Percentage Requirements

The minimum marks requirement depends on the programme. Several undergraduate programmes require 50% aggregate marks in Class 12, while professional and technical programmes may have different subject-wise and aggregate requirements.

For postgraduate programmes, the minimum qualifying marks are generally specified in the respective programme's eligibility conditions. Candidates must check the official brochure for the exact percentage required.

Recognised Qualification

Candidates must possess a qualifying certificate or degree from a recognised educational board, university or institution. Equivalent qualifications must be accepted under the applicable University and regulatory-body guidelines.

Course-Wise Eligibility Criteria

GGSIPU prescribes different academic requirements for individual programmes. Some courses require specific subjects at the 10+2 level, while others require a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.

The following table highlights the eligibility requirements for selected programmes under the 2026–27 admission brochure.

Note: This is a representative list of programmes, not an exhaustive list. Programme-wise eligibility, accepted subject combinations and admission routes must be checked against the applicable 2027–28 brochure.

Undergraduate Programme Eligibility

For undergraduate admissions through IPU CET, candidates must generally have completed their Class 12 education or an equivalent qualification.

The requirements vary according to the academic discipline.

Management and Commerce Programmes

Candidates seeking admission to programmes such as BBA, BMS and B.Com. (Hons.) generally require:

Computer Applications Programmes

For admission to BCA, candidates generally need:

Candidates with a recognised three-year diploma in an engineering branch from an AICTE-approved polytechnic, with at least 50% aggregate marks, are also eligible under the prescribed alternative qualification route.

Science and Healthcare Programmes

For science, pharmacy and allied healthcare programmes, candidates may need to have studied specific combinations of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and English.

For example:

Candidates should verify the relevant programme code and individual subject requirements before applying.

Postgraduate Programme Eligibility

Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate programmes offered through GGSIPU must possess the relevant undergraduate qualification prescribed for their selected programme.

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Candidates applying for MBA programmes under Programme Code 101 must fulfil one of the following eligibility conditions:

MCA (Master of Computer Applications)

• Candidates seeking admission to MCA must possess an eligible undergraduate qualification, such as BCA or a relevant Computer Science/Information Technology degree.

• Candidates from other accepted graduation streams may also qualify where the prescribed Mathematics requirement at Class 12 or graduation level is fulfilled.

• The minimum qualifying marks and accepted degree combinations must be checked in the applicable postgraduate admission brochure.

Important: Postgraduate admission routes are programme-specific. For example, MBA admissions in the 2026–27 session prioritised CAT and CMAT before considering CET and CUET, subject to seat availability. Candidates should not assume that every postgraduate programme requires IPU CET.

Age Limit for IPU CET

The University prescribes age limits for different programmes. The applicable age is calculated according to the cutoff date specified in the admission brochure.

According to the 2026–27 admission brochure, the age criteria were as follows:

Age Relaxation: The 2026–27 brochure provides a five-year relaxation in the maximum age limit for SC/ST/OBC candidates applying to MBBS, BAMS and BHMS programmes. Other eligible cases of age relaxation are subject to the University's prescribed rules and approval of the competent authority.

The brochure also provides for exceptional age relaxation in certain programmes, subject to the University's approval and supporting documentation.

The above cutoff dates and age limits are for the 2026–27 admission session. The applicable dates for IPU CET 2027 will be confirmed in the new admission brochure.

Eligibility Criteria for Reserved Categories

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University follows the applicable reservation policies and admission regulations for candidates belonging to reserved categories.

• Depending on the programme and applicable government or regulatory guidelines, relaxation in minimum qualifying marks and other eligibility conditions may be available to eligible candidates.

• Candidates applying under reserved categories should take note of the following:

Candidates claiming category-based benefits must submit valid supporting certificates issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format.

Important: Reserved-category relaxation is not identical for every course. Candidates must refer to the programme-specific eligibility conditions and the University's reservation policy for the applicable academic session.

Eligibility for Candidates Awaiting Results

Candidates who are appearing in their final qualifying examination or whose results have not yet been declared may be allowed to apply for IPU CET, subject to the conditions specified in the admission brochure.

Such candidates may be considered for provisional admission where permitted by the University. However, they must produce the final qualifying examination result within the prescribed deadline to establish that they fulfil the required eligibility conditions.

Candidates who fail to submit the required documents or do not achieve the prescribed minimum qualifying marks may have their provisional admission cancelled.

For the 2027 admission session, result-awaited candidates should carefully follow the instructions and deadlines notified in the official admission brochure.

Important Points Candidates Should Remember

1. Check Programme Codes: Every course has a specific programme code and its own eligibility requirements. Candidates should verify these details before selecting their course.

2. Verify Entrance Examination Requirements: Admission to every GGSIPU programme is not necessarily through IPU CET. Some programmes use national-level examinations or other admission routes.

3. No Rounding-Off of Marks: In the 2026–27 admission brochure, GGSIPU clearly stated that marks would not be rounded off while determining minimum eligibility. For example, 49.9% would not be treated as 50%.

4. Check Subject Combinations: Candidates must ensure that they have studied the compulsory subjects required for their chosen programme.

5. Keep Documents Ready: Academic marksheets, certificates, category documents (where applicable) and other required records should be available during the admission and counselling process.