Mode: Online (CBT) or offline (pen‑and‑paper), depending on specific programmes StudyRiser+11Shiksha+11Careers360+11Careers360+2UniversityKart+2College Kampus+2
Duration: Standard duration of 90 minutes (1.5 hours) for most courses CollegeDekho+2Shiksha+2Shiksha+2
Total Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions across various sections UniversityKart+2Leverage Edu+2Careers360+2
Total Marks: 300 marks (each correct answer = +3 marks; no negative marking) College Kampus+9Shiksha+9Leverage Edu+9
Language: English only Leverage Edu+1CollegeDekho+1
The sections vary by the chosen programme:
Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics + General Aptitude/English
Format: 100 questions encompassing relevant Class 12 CBSE level topics and reasoning/general aptitude CollegeDekho+12UniversityKart+12UniversityKart+12
Sections: Quantitative Techniques, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension (English), General Awareness/Current Affairs
Distribution: Typically around 25 questions per section (20–25 questions each) CollegeDekho+11StudyRiser+11Shiksha+11
Focus Areas: Legal aptitude, English language, Reasoning, General Awareness, basic Mathematical reasoning where applicable Careers360
Topics: Number system, Algebra, Geometry, Profit & Loss, Mixtures, Time-Speed-Distance, Permutations & Combinations, Probability, Logarithms, Mensuration, Data Interpretation, etc. CollegeDekho
Subjects: Coding-decoding, series & sequences, syllogisms, puzzles, blood relations, Venn diagrams, data arrangements, analogies, logical operations UniversityKart+1mbagate.in+1
Grammar and vocabulary: One-word substitution, idioms/phrases, synonyms/antonyms, sentence correction, fill-in-the-blanks, para jumble
Comprehension: Reading passages with inferential and direct questions UniversityKart+3CollegeDekho+3mbagate.in+3
Covers: Current affairs, economics, history, science & technology, sports, business environment, geography, polity, environmental awareness UniversityKart
Technical subjects for M.Tech, MCA, etc., draw on relevant undergraduate/domain subjects + technical English & research aptitude where applicable UniversityKart+5Shiksha+5CollegeDekho+5
Programme Type | Duration | No. of Qs | Marks | Scoring Scheme | Key Sections Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
B.Tech / Engineering | 90 min | 100 | 300 | +3 per correct, 0 for wrong | PCM + Aptitude + English |
MBA / BBA / Commerce | 90 min | 100 | 300 | +3 correct, 0 wrong | Quant, Reasoning, English, GK |
Integrated LLB / Law | 90 min | 100 | 300 | +3 for good, 0 wrong | Legal & Logical Reasoning, English, GK |
M.Tech / M.Lib.Sc / PG | ~90–120 min | ~100 | ~300 | usually +3 / 0 | Technical Core + Aptitude + English |
Download the official SRMHCAT information bulletin or syllabus PDF from SRM University, Haryana—2025 version works as a reliable template.
Identify your exam domain (Engineering, Management, Law, Commerce, etc.) and focus on relevant sections.
For B.Tech aspirants: master PCM topics (Class 12 level) and logical reasoning aptitude.
For UG commerce/law streams: work extensively on quantitative techniques, reasoning, English, and current affairs.
Solve previous years’ SRMHCAT question papers or mock tests to understand structure, difficulty level, and pacing.
Time management is crucial: attempt 100 questions in 90 min; roughly 50 seconds per question.
No negative marking means attempting all questions is beneficial if reasonably confident.
Mode: Online CBT / offline for some programmes
Duration: 90 minutes
Questions: 100 MCQs
Marks: 300 total; +3 per correct response; no negative marking
Syllabus: Combines domain-specific core subjects, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness
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