Patna University does not publish a chapter-wise syllabus for its Admission Entrance Test (PUCET). The only official topic list is for BCA: General Knowledge, General Aptitude, Numerical Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. Other papers are 100-mark written tests at Class 12 level for the programme you choose, with the 2027 test expected in June 2027.
Patna University Entrance Exam Syllabus 2027
This page covers what Patna University says about each PUCET paper, the paper pattern and how to prepare.
What is the PUCET 2027 syllabus?
PUCET has no common syllabus. Each programme has its own paper, and the university’s programme rules name topic areas only for BCA. The table shows what is officially known for each paper.
| Programme paper | What the paper covers |
|---|---|
| BCA | 100 MCQs on General Knowledge, General Aptitude, Numerical Aptitude and Logical Reasoning |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Environmental Science | 100-mark written test for Class 12 Science students (Biology or Mathematics); topic list not published |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Biotechnology | Written test for Class 12 Science students with Biology; topic list not published |
| BBA (Hons) | 100-mark written test open to all streams; topic list not published |
| BBA LL.B. | Written test; topic list not published |
| BFA | Written test of 3.5 hours; topic list not published |
What is the PUCET 2027 exam pattern and marking?
Each paper is a 100-mark written test lasting 2 hours, except BFA, which ran for 3.5 hours in 2026. B.Sc. Environmental Science and BBA add a 20-mark interview, so the final merit is on 120 marks.
| Item | Details (2026) |
|---|---|
| Marks | 100 in the written test |
| Interview | 20 marks for B.Sc. Environmental Science and BBA |
| Duration | 2 hours; BFA 3.5 hours |
| Sittings | 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon and 2:00 to 4:00 PM |
| Negative marking | Not stated in official notices |
Is there an official PUCET syllabus PDF?
No separate syllabus PDF was issued for PUCET 2026. The ‘Syllabus for UG Courses under CBCS’ link on pup.ac.in is the syllabus of the degree courses, not of the entrance test. Check the 2027 admission notice for any change once it is released.
- PDFPatna University UG Regular and Self Financing Admission Notice 2026 (latest) (14 May 2026)Official site · pup.ac.inOpen
- LINKPatna University official websiteOfficial site · pup.ac.inOpen
How should you prepare for PUCET 2027?
Prepare for the paper of the programme you apply for, using Class 12 level material and regular timed practice.
- For BCA, practise general knowledge, arithmetic, data and number questions, and reasoning puzzles daily.
- For B.Sc. Biotechnology and Environmental Science, revise your Class 12 Biology (and Mathematics or Chemistry where you studied it) and current environment topics.
- For BBA and BBA LL.B., build general awareness, English, reasoning and basic maths, since the papers are open to all streams.
- Take full 2-hour mock papers so you can finish 100 marks in time.
- If you apply for B.Sc. Environmental Science or BBA, prepare for the interview by knowing why you want the course.
Download your PUCET 2027 admit card when it is released to check your paper’s date and sitting.