HP CET 2026 EXAM SYLLABUS

HPCET (HP CET) 2026 syllabus is based on the Class 11 and 12 curriculum of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology for B.Tech and B.Pharm, and on aptitude-type sections for MBA/MCA and other PG courses as prescribed by Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU).

HPCET Syllabus for Physics

• Physical-world and measurement
• Kinematics and laws of motion
• Work, energy, and power
• Rotational motion and gravitation
• Properties of solids and liquids
• Thermodynamics and kinetic theory
• Oscillations and waves
• Electrostatics and current electricity
• Magnetism, electromagnetic induction, and alternating current
• Electromagnetic waves and optics (ray and wave)
• Dual nature of light
• Atoms and nuclei
• Electronic devices
• Communication systems
• Development of experimental skills.

HPCET Syllabus for Chemistry

• Basic concepts of chemistry
• States of matter
• Atomic structure
• Chemical bonding
• Thermodynamics
• Equilibrium
• Redox reactions
• Solutions
• Electrochemistry
• Chemical kinetics
• Surface chemistry
• Classification of elements and periodicity
• s-, p-, d-, and f-block elements
• Coordination compounds
• Haloalkanes and haloarenes
• Alcohols, phenols, and ethers
• Aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids
• Amines
• Biomolecules
• Polymers
• Chemistry in everyday life

HP CET Syllabus for Mathematics

• Sets and relations
• Complex numbers
• Quadratic equations
• Matrices and determinants
• Permutations and combinations
• Mathematical induction
• Binomial theorem
• Sequences and series
• Limits, continuity, and differentiability
• Differential and integral calculus
• Differential equations
• 2D and 3D geometry
• Vector algebra
• Statistics and probability
• Trigonometry
• Mathematical reasoning

HP CET Syllabus for Biology (if opting PCB for relevant courses):

• Cell structure and function.
• Focus on biological classification and taxonomy.
• Covers plant and human physiology.
• Genetics and evolution are key themes.
• Ecology and environmental studies are included.
• Emphasizes biotechnology and applied biology.
• Content is aligned with the 11-12 syllabus requirements.

HP CET Syllabus For MBA/MCA

MBA / MBA (T&HM):

Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, and Business/General Awareness.

MCA:

Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, General English, and Computer Awareness (fundamentals of computers, basics of programming, data representation, etc.).

HP CET 2026 Exam Syllabus FAQs

Q1. Is the syllabus different for B.Tech and B.Pharm?

Ans. Yes, for B.Tech and B.Pharm, the syllabus covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology (PCM/PCB) from the Class 11–12 curriculum. The pattern and topics are almost identical for both streams, except for the choice between Mathematics and Biology.

Q2. Is there a different syllabus for MBA/MCA?

Ans. Yes, for MBA, the syllabus focuses on Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, and Business Awareness. For MCA, it includes Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, General English, and Computer Awareness. 

Q3. How many subjects are there in the HP CET 2026 syllabus?

Ans. For B.Tech/B.Pharm, there are three subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology. For MBA/MCA, there are four sections: Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Computer Awareness/Business Awareness.

Q4. Is the syllabus based on NCERT?

Ans. Yes, the syllabus for B.Tech/B.Pharm is aligned with the NCERT Class 11–12 curriculum. For MBA/MCA, the syllabus is based on aptitude and computer fundamentals, as prescribed by HPTU.

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