The lush green state of Himachal Pradesh (HP) will be organising its own entrance examination for admission into private engineering colleges in the state, as per a recent decision of the state government. The Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU), Hamirpur, will be facilitating the Combined Pre Entrance Test (CPET) for admission into 4 year B Tech courses.
At present, there are nearly 38 engineering colleges in Himachal Pradesh, out of which 17 are operated by private universities. During the 2014-15 academic session, the universities were able to grant admission to a mere 3,055 aspirants, against a sanctioned capacity of 6,100 seats. Hence, to fill these gaps, the decision to conduct a separate entrance examination was taken.
HIMACHAL PRADESH - COMBINED PRE-ENTRANCE TEST (CPET)
Eligibility:
Passed 10+2or its equivalent from a recognized Board or University with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology subject securing at least 45% marks (40% in case for candidate belonging to reserved category)
Admission Procedure:
Application form along with brochure for CPET can be obtained from Himachal Pradesh Technical University, Hamirpur-177005. Completed applications with the required test fee should reach the institute by the notified date usually in April.
Selection Procedure:
Candidates will be selected on the basis of the Combined Pre Entrance Test (CPET). The exam is held usually in May/June at Himachal Pradesh University Campus, Shimla 5; NIT, Hamirpur; Govt. College, Hamirpur; Government College Dharmashala and GC Mandi. Candidates who fulfill the minimum eligibility conditions may apply to the college.
Reservation of Seats:
SC- 15%, ST-7.5%, Diploma holders-2 seats and teachers of Govt Polytechnics located in HP-2 seats.
Application Forms will be available in the month of April. The entrance examination will be conducted on May 20, 2015.