Exam Pattern and Syllabus
IPU CET 2027 Exam Pattern
The IPU CET 2027 examination pattern is designed to evaluate candidates' subject knowledge, analytical reasoning, aptitude and programme-specific abilities. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) conducts separate Common Entrance Tests for different undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with each examination following a syllabus and subject-wise weightage relevant to the selected course.
The examination generally consists of objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Candidates must select the correct answer from the available options. The number of questions, duration, maximum marks and marking scheme are prescribed under the University's common examination guidelines, subject to programme-specific provisions.
For the 2027–28 academic session, the final examination pattern will be confirmed in the upcoming admission brochure. The 2026–27 admission brochure provides the latest published examination structure for reference.
General Exam Pattern of IPU CET
The following table presents the examination structure prescribed for CET-based admissions in the 2026–27 admission session.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Examination Name | IPU Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) |
Conducting Authority | Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University |
Examination Mode | Offline OMR-based examination as per general guidelines |
Question Type | Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Total Questions | 100 |
Options per Question | 4 |
Total Duration | 150 Minutes (2 Hours 30 Minutes) |
Maximum Marks | 400 |
Marks for Correct Answer | +4 |
Negative Marking | -1 |
Marks for Unattempted Questions | 0 |
Medium of Examination | English, except B.Ed. |
B.Ed. Examination Language | English and Hindi (English comprehension section in English only) |
IPU CET Marking Scheme
GGSIPU follows a uniform marking structure for its general CET examinations, except where a specific programme has separate assessment provisions.
Correct Answer: Four marks are awarded for every correct response.
Incorrect Answer: One mark is deducted for every incorrect response.
Unattempted Question: No marks are awarded or deducted.
Multiple Responses: Marking more than one answer for a question is treated as an incorrect response and attracts negative marking.
Candidates should therefore focus on accuracy and avoid marking multiple options for the same question.
Example of IPU CET Score Calculation
Suppose a candidate attempts 80 questions, out of which 65 are correct and 15 are incorrect. The remaining 20 questions are unattempted.
Particulars | Calculation | Marks |
|---|---|---|
Correct Answers | 65 × 4 | 260 |
Incorrect Answers | 15 × (-1) | -15 |
Unattempted Questions | 20 × 0 | 0 |
Final Score | 260 - 15 | 245/400 |
The candidate's final score will be 245 out of 400 marks.
Programme-Wise Exam Pattern and Subject Weightage
IPU CET does not follow an identical subject distribution for all programmes. The University assigns different subject combinations and weightages depending on the academic requirements of each course.
The following table highlights the examination structure of some of the major programmes based on the 2026–27 admission brochure.
Programme | CET Code | Examination Subjects | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
BCA | 114 | English Language and Comprehension | 15% |
Mathematics | 30% | ||
Computer Awareness | 30% | ||
General Knowledge (IT and Science Related) | 25% | ||
BBA | 125 | English Language and Comprehension | 25% |
General Awareness | 25% | ||
Logical and Analytical Ability | 25% | ||
Management and Communication Skills Aptitude | 25% | ||
BA Journalism and Mass Communication | 126 | English Language and Comprehension | 25% |
General Awareness | 25% | ||
Reasoning | 25% | ||
Media Aptitude | 25% | ||
BMS | 142 | English Language and Comprehension | 25% |
General Awareness | 25% | ||
Logical and Analytical Ability | 25% | ||
Management and Communication Skills Aptitude | 25% | ||
B.Com. (Hons.) | 146 | General English | 25% |
Logical Reasoning | 25% | ||
Data Interpretation | 35% | ||
General Awareness | 15% | ||
B.Ed. (Special Education) | 159 | Language Proficiency | 25% |
Mental Ability and Reasoning | 25% | ||
General Awareness | 25% | ||
Aptitude for Teaching | 25% |
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Important: These are CET subject-wise weightages, not a separate statement of the percentage of marks required to qualify. The 2027–28 weightages will be updated once the new admission brochure is released.
Examination Pattern for Medical and Allied Healthcare Programmes
GGSIPU also prescribes programme-specific examination structures for selected healthcare, paramedical and science programmes.
Some programmes use NEET UG as the first admission priority, while IPU CET may be considered subsequently for available seats. Therefore, candidates must distinguish between the entrance examination pattern and the order of admission priority.
Programme | CET Code | Subjects | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing | 115 | Physics | 20% |
Chemistry | 20% | ||
Biology | 40% | ||
English Language and Comprehension | 10% | ||
General Awareness about Health-Related Matters | 10% | ||
BPT/BOT (combined listing in 2026 brochure) | 119 | Physics | 25% |
Chemistry | 25% | ||
Biology | 50% |
For B.Sc. Nursing, the 2026–27 brochure placed NEET UG before CET in the admission priority. For BPT/BOT, the prescribed priority was NEET UG, followed by CET and CUET.
New Medical and Paramedical CET Programmes Introduced in 2026
GGSIPU introduced additional medical and paramedical programmes for the 2026–27 academic session, with separate programme codes and entrance-test subject distributions.
Programme | CET Code | Subject Distribution |
|---|---|---|
B.Sc. Clinical Psychology (Hons.) | 163 | English 20%, General Awareness 20%, Numerical and Scientific Aptitude 20%, Biology 20%, Fundamental Psychology Awareness 20% |
B.Sc. Emergency Medical and Trauma Technology | 164 | Physics 30%, Chemistry 30%, Biology 40% |
Epidemic Intelligence Service / Master in Applied Epidemiology | 165 | Basic Epidemiology 60%, Basic Biostatistics 40% |
MA Clinical Psychology | 166 | General Awareness, Logical Reasoning and Research Aptitude 30%; Subject-Oriented Psychology Awareness 70% |
PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology | 167 | English Language 30%, General Awareness 30%, Fundamental Psychology Awareness 40% |
M.Sc. Speech Language Pathology | 168 | English 20%, General Awareness 20%, Numerical and Scientific Aptitude 20%, Biology 20%, Fundamental Psychology Awareness 20% |
Bachelor of Optometry | 169 | Physics 30%, Chemistry 30%, Biology 30%, English 10% |
For MA Clinical Psychology (Code 166), the 2026 notification additionally prescribed 70% weightage for the entrance test and 30% for the interview in the final assessment.
These specialised papers demonstrate why candidates should prepare according to their selected programme code instead of following a single common preparation strategy.
Examination Mode and Answering Instructions
The 2026–27 general examination guidelines specify an offline OMR-based examination. The detailed instructions also contain references to online/offline examination arrangements, making the programme-specific examination notice and admit-card instructions relevant to the actual examination mode.
For OMR-based examinations, candidates should follow these precautions:
Read the question carefully before selecting an answer.
Use the prescribed black or blue ballpoint pen for marking responses.
Completely darken the appropriate answer bubble.
Avoid marking more than one option for a question.
Do not fold, damage or unnecessarily mark the OMR sheet.
Verify the roll number, question booklet code and other required information before submission.
Candidates should also remember that GGSIPU does not provide a retest merely because a candidate was unable to appear on the scheduled examination date.