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(Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test)
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Full Exam Name | IPU Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) |
Conducting Body | Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) |
Exam Mode | Online / Offline (Course dependent) |
Frequency | Once a year |
Courses Offered | BBA, BCA, B.Tech (BioTech), BA LLB, B.Com (H), MBA, MCA, etc. |
Application Mode | Online only |
Exam Duration | 150 Minutes (2.5 Hours) |
Question Type | Objective (MCQs) |
Total Questions | 100–150 (Varies by course) |
Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, −1 for incorrect answer |
Medium of Exam | English (except for language papers) |
Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
BBA / B.Com (H) | 10+2 with 50% marks, English as core/optional subject |
BCA | 10+2 with Maths/CS/IT, 50% aggregate |
B.Tech (BioTech) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Biology |
BA LLB / BBA LLB | 10+2 with 50%, CLAT score required |
MBA | Bachelor's degree with 50%, CET or CMAT/CAT score |
MCA | BCA/B.Sc (IT/CS)/Bachelor’s with Math in 10+2 or graduation |
Course | No. of Qs | Duration | Marking Scheme | Subjects Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BBA | 100 | 2.5 hrs | +4/−1 | English, Logical Reasoning, Quant, Business GK |
BCA | 100 | 2.5 hrs | +4/−1 | English, Math, CS, GK |
B.Com (H) | 100 | 2.5 hrs | +4/−1 | English, GK, Economics, Accounts |
MBA | 150 | 2.5 hrs | +4/−1 | Quant, English, Reasoning, GK |
MCA | 150 | 2.5 hrs | +4/−1 | Math, Reasoning, English |
B.Tech (BioTech) | 150 | 2.5 hrs | +4/−1 | PCM/Bio based on course |
1. English Language & Comprehension (25%)
Grammar, Vocabulary
Reading Comprehension
Synonyms, Antonyms
Sentence correction
2. Logical & Analytical Ability (25%)
Series, Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations, Directions
Puzzles, Syllogisms
3. Quantitative Aptitude (25%)
Number System
Profit & Loss, SI & CI
Ratio & Proportion
Averages, Percentages
4. Business & General Awareness (25%)
Business terms
Indian Economy & Business Environment
Current Affairs
Static GK
1. Mathematics
Sets, Relations
Probability
Coordinate Geometry
Trigonometry
Calculus basics
2. English Language & Comprehension
(Same as BBA)
3. Computer Awareness
Basics of Computers
MS Office, Internet
Operating Systems
Programming Basics (C, Python)
4. General Knowledge
IT and Current Events
Digital India, Startups, Cybersecurity
1. English Language & Comprehension
RC, Vocabulary
Error detection, Fill in the blanks
2. Numerical Ability
Arithmetic, Algebra
DI (Tables, Graphs, Charts)
3. Reasoning Ability
Logical puzzles, Series, Coding-Decoding
4. General Awareness
Business & Economy
Current Affairs
1. Mathematics (Class 12 level)
Algebra, Trigonometry
Calculus, Matrices
Probability & Statistics
2. Logical Reasoning & Computer Awareness
Number series
Computer basics
Binary, DBMS, Programming
3. English Language Comprehension
Based on Class 11 & 12 NCERT Syllabus
Physics – Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electricity
Chemistry – Organic, Inorganic, Physical
Maths/Biology – Choose either
Maths: Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry
Biology: Cell Theory, Genetics, Evolution
Event | Date (Expected) |
|---|---|
Application Form Start | February 2025 |
Application Deadline | March–April 2025 |
Admit Card Release | 1–2 weeks before exam |
IPU CET Exam Dates | April–May 2025 (course-wise) |
Result Declaration | May–June 2025 |
Counselling Starts | June–July 2025 |
Section | Book |
|---|---|
English | Wren & Martin, Arihant Objective English |
Quant | RS Aggarwal – Quantitative Aptitude |
Reasoning | RS Aggarwal – Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning |
GK & Business | Lucent GK, Manorama Yearbook, Newspapers |
Computer Science | Arihant BCA Entrance Guide |
📚 Focus on NCERT + Previous Year Papers
⏱️ Time yourself — most papers are speed-based
🔁 Take mock tests weekly to evaluate weak areas
🧠 Revise GK and current affairs daily
🧮 For BCA & MCA — practice Math & CS logic questions
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