Ans. PUCAT has 100 multiple-choice questions split into three parts: Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation and English Language. Each correct response earns 1 mark, and wrong answers carry no negative marks. The test lasts 2 hours.

Ans. No. Students must hold a valid score in the entrance examination required for their course. Selection considers the entrance score and marks from the qualifying examination, so direct admission is not available.

Ans. Depending on the programme, VBSPU also considers CUET UG, CUET PG, JEE Main and GATE scores. A student with a valid score in the applicable examination may apply.

Ans. The qualifying-exam requirement falls between 40% and 50%, depending on the chosen programme. SC and ST students receive the relaxation specified for their course. Admission is possible only after the applicable minimum marks have been secured.

Ans. PUCAT is the university's admission test for its UG and PG programmes and is required for courses that use it. A valid state-level or national-level entrance score may replace PUCAT in certain cases. The university makes the final decision.

Ans. SC and ST applicants receive a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks. The stated criteria do not give this relaxation to OBC or PwD applicants, who must meet the same score requirement as unreserved students.

Ans. VBSPU follows the reservation provisions applicable to Central Educational Institutions. SC applicants have 15% of seats, ST applicants have 7.5%, and OBC applicants have 27%. Anyone claiming a reserved seat must show the supporting documents during verification.

Ans. Yes. Students who are about to take the qualifying examination, or have taken it and are waiting for results, may sit for PUCAT. However, a student whose result is still undeclared on the document-verification date cannot receive admission.

Ans. Yes. Applicants must upload clear scanned copies of their photograph and signature in the required format. The university may reject an application if the photograph is blurry or unclear.

Ans. If any submitted document is found to be false at any stage, the university can cancel the admission and the applicant may face legal action. Students should check every document and all entered information before submission.

Ans. No. Every candidate must confirm eligibility before taking the test. Even if an ineligible person appears for PUCAT-2024, that person cannot be considered for admission through the examination.

Ans. No. Once a seat is allotted, the counselling fee is forfeited and cannot be refunded, even when the candidate does not report to the assigned institution.

Ans. VBSPU runs four two-year M.Tech programmes: CSE, Communication Engineering, Power Systems and Thermal Engineering. Each specialisation admits 25 students and has an annual fee of INR 44,250. Applicants need a relevant bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate marks.

Ans. Seat allocation follows PUCAT merit, the candidate's preference order and the number of seats available in the relevant category. After allotment, a change of institution or branch is not permitted.

Ans. No. Applicants should state the applicable reserved category or subcategory in the form but should not attach the certificate at that stage.

The original certificate and one self-attested copy must be shown during document verification.

Ans. B.Sc. is offered in several specialisations. The stated total intake across these programmes is 60 seats, with another 6 seats for EWS students. Reserved-category students may claim seats under the reservation policy. The three-year course costs INR 12,474 per year.

Ans. M.A. Women's Studies requires a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university with 50% aggregate marks. SC and ST applicants need 45%. The PG Diploma in Gender and Women's Studies has the same eligibility conditions.

Ans. JEE Main fills 70% of the seats in every B.Tech course. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, conducts counselling using JEE scores. PUCAT fills the remaining 30%. If vacancies remain after JEE Main counselling, the university can admit students directly according to JEE Main merit.

Ans. Yes. VBSPU offers regular B.Pharm and B.Pharm Lateral Entry. Together, the courses have 66 seats, including EWS seats. Lateral-entry admission is used if vacancies remain after regular B.Pharm admission. Both options cost INR 80,474 per year. Regular B.Pharm lasts 4 years, while lateral entry takes 3 years.

Ans. The university offers a regular MBA plus 5 specialisations, including Agri-Business, E-Commerce, Business Economics, Finance and Control, and HRD. Each MBA option has 66 seats, including 6 EWS seats. A bachelor's degree with at least 45% aggregate marks is required, with a 5% relaxation for SC and ST applicants.

Ans. MCA seats are first offered through CUET PG merit, with counselling conducted by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. If seats remain after CUET PG counselling, PUCAT merit is used for the remaining admissions.

Ans. No. M.Tech selection is based on PUCAT merit, although GATE-qualified applicants receive preference. Every applicant must also hold a relevant bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate marks.

Ans. The B.P.Ed. application fee is INR 1,000 for general-category applicants and INR 750 for reserved-category applicants.

Ans. Yes. A student applying for a loan must send the enrolment number, roll number, name and a photocopy of the demand draft to the university's WhatsApp number, 9453932365. The university then provides further information.

Ans. Separate accommodation is provided through 4 boys' hostels and 2 girls' hostels. Two students share each room, and each resident receives a cot, cupboard, study table and chair. Facilities include student messes, dining halls, recreation and study rooms, internet access, a gymnasium hall and a badminton court.

Ans. Students must bring the following documents:

• PUCAT rank card and hall ticket
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and passing certificates, along with the bachelor's degree mark sheet and certificate where applicable
• Transfer or leaving certificate from the last college attended
• Migration certificate
• Caste or category certificate
• Proof of date of birth
• Domicile certificate
• Passport-size photographs

Ans. VBSPU arranges placements through job fairs. In 2020, 22 companies offered jobs to students from B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Tech and MBA. Ttoys Bazaar, Jaro Education and Extramarks were the highest-paying companies listed.

Ans. The listed affiliated BA colleges are:

• Abdul Aziz Ansari College
• Baba Gajadhar Das Balika Post Graduate College
• Baba Vishwanath Mahavidyalaya
• Bapu Mahavidyalaya
• Bihari Mahila Degree College
• Gandhi Smarak Post Graduate College
• Handia Post Graduate College

Ans. Follow these steps to obtain it:

• Open the university's official website.
• Wait for the VBSPU home page to load.
• Select the Examination tab on the main page.
• Open the University Examinations page.
• Choose the Schedule tab.
• Find the timetable for the relevant course.
• Select it to view the examination schedule.
• Allow the timetable to open in a new tab.
• Select “Download Attachment”.
• Review the dates and save the file.
• Print a copy if needed.