
Content Writer | Updated On - Mar 23, 2026
The application fee is 1,600 for General and 800 for SC/ST/BPL. Selection criteria are based on HPCET-2026 merit and national-level scores like JEE Main or NEET during centralized counseling.

Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) has opened the online application window for the Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test (HPCET) 2026. Prospective students seeking admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, MBA, and MCA, must complete their registrations by April 19, 2026. The entrance examinations are scheduled to take place on May 9 and 10, 2026, across various centers.
Candidates are encouraged to visit the official university website at himtu.ac.in to access the Prospectus Part-I (Information Brochure) and verify their eligibility before applying. This entrance test is the primary gateway for admission into government and private institutions affiliated with HPTU, as well as its own campus, for the 2026-27 academic session.
Also Check: HPCET 2026 Exam Pattern, Check Marking Scheme and Exam Duration of BTech, BPharm, MCA, and MBA
HPCET 2026 Important Dates
| Course Name | Exam Date | Exam Time | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech & B.Pharmacy (Direct Entry) | May 10, 2026 | 09:00 AM – 12:15 PM | April 19, 2026 |
| M.Sc. Physics | May 10, 2026 | 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM | April 19, 2026 |
| MBA, MBA (T&HM), & MCA | May 10, 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM | April 19, 2026 |
| M.Sc. Env. Science & B.Sc. (HM & CT) | May 9, 2026 | 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM | April 19, 2026 |
For more information, students can visit the official website, himtu.ac.in. For easy access, the link is given below.
Direct Link: HPCET 2026 Registration Portal
The application process is strictly online. Candidates must ensure they meet the minimum eligibility criteria detailed in the official brochure. For technical courses like B.Tech and B.Pharmacy, the exam will be held on the morning of May 10, 2026, while postgraduate management courses like MBA and MCA will conduct their tests in the afternoon of the same day.
Those interested in Environmental Sciences or Hotel Management (BHMCT) should prepare for their exams on May 9, 2026.
Candidates are advised to visit the official website at himtu.ac.in and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.
Also Check
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 City Intimation Slip Out @jeemain.nta.nic.in; Exams from April 2
- NTA Opens Registration for GAT-B & BET 2026 Exams; Apply by April 9
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