IPU CET Full Form

IPU CET full form is the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test. The examination of IPU CET is conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU). The examination is organized every year to shortlist students in different courses offered by the University.

What is the full form of IPU CET?

As mentioned above the full form of IPU CET is Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University organizes the Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test popularly known as IPU CET every year for selecting students for admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Admission to the university is completely based on marks scored in the entrance examination.

IPU CET Overview 

About GGSIPU

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) is a public university located in Dwarka, Delhi, India. It was established in the year 1998 by the Government of NCT of Delhi. The name of GGSIPU is named after the tenth Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh. GGSIPU is an affiliating and teaching university, with over 100 affiliated colleges and institutes offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields.

Eligibility Criteria for IPU CET

Before taking admission to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University,  interested candidates have to qualify university’s entrance examination which is IPU CET. Below are the eligibility criteria for the IPU CET Examination.

For UG programs: The candidate must clear 10 +2 with a minimum of  55% from any recognized board.

For PG programs: The candidates appearing for admission in PG programs must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 55% from any recognized university or college. 

Age: The maximum and minimum age limit is 21 and 18 years for taking admission in UG courses. And for PG courses there is no age limit.

Nationality: The candidate must be an Indian citizen. 

Below are the eligibility criteria on the basis of courses offered by the university  

Eligibility Criteria For B.Tech

• The candidate must clear 10 +2 with a minimum of 55% from any recognized board
• The candidate must have English as a core subject.
• The candidates who appeared for NTA will be shortlisted on the basis of merit achieved in the examination.

Eligibility Criteria For B.Tech (Biotechnology)

• The candidate must clear 10 + 2 with a minimum of 55% from a recognized board. 
• The candidate must have Physics, mathematics, chemistry, and biology or Biotechnology as main/ core subjects.

Eligibility Criteria For M.Tech

The candidate must have a degree of B.Tech, B.E, AMIE, MCA M.Sc in the field related to engineering with a minimum of 50 % from any recognized university or college.

Eligibility Criteria For MBA

The candidate must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50%  from any recognized university or college.

Eligibility Criteria For MCA

• The candidate must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% for the general category and 55% for SC/ST from any recognized university or college.
• The candidate must have Mathematics and English subjects during their 10+2.

Eligibility Criteria For LLM

• The candidate must have an LLB or similar degree with a minimum of 50 % from any recognized university or college.
• Candidate should have English as a core subject. 

How to Apply for IPU CET

Candidates must go through the below steps to fill out the IPU CET application form

Step 1: Visit GGSIPU official website- www.ipu.ac.in

Step 2: Click on the application form for the IPU CET examination

Step 3: Fill out all required information

Step 4: Upload all documents required 

Step 5: Review the application form

Step 6: Pay the application form fee i.e. INR 1200 for each program

Step 7: Download or print out the form for future ref.

Documents Required to Fill IPU CET Application Form

Below listed are the documents that are required during the filling of the IPU CET application form (all required in scanned format)

• Address Proof
• Marksheet of 10 & 12
• Marksheet of graduation (only for PG courses)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Signature
• Passport Size photo 

Syllabus for IPU CET

Below is the syllabus for some courses that are offered by GGSIPU

B.Tech

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Applied Mathematics 

B.Tech (Biotechnology)

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology or Biotechnology
• Mathematics

MBA

• Verbal Ability
• Reading Comprehension
• Data Interpretation
• Logical Reasoning
• Quantitative Aptitude

Law

• English
• General Knowledge
• Mathematics
• Logical Reasoning

How to Prepare for IPU CET?

The level of competition in IPU CET is considered to be very high and every year about 1 lakh students apply for admission. To secure a seat candidates can follow these tips.

• Students must go through the official website properly
• Understand the examination pattern and syllabus 
• Make a study plan
• Write down difficult topics
• Write short notes 
• Practice weaker topics regularly 
• Solve previous year's question papers
• Read and watch the news daily to improve your General knowledge 

Popular Alumini 

Below is the list of some popular alumni from GGSIPU

• Manoj Sinha, Governor of Jammu and Kashmir
• Kapil Mishra, Member of Parliament
• Navdeep Singh Virk, Indian Administrative Service officer
• Rohit Bal, fashion designer
• Ashish Chanchlani, YouTuber
• Prajakta Koli, YouTuber