HPCET 2021 Application Form
HPCET 2021 Application Form will be released by Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU) at himtu.ac.in. The candidates who want to pursue B.Tech / B.Pharm / B.Arch / BCA / B.Sc. HMCT / MBA / M.Tech / MCA etc. course can fill HPCET application form. To submit the application form, the candidates have to register, fill the correct details in the application form, upload the images, and pay the application fee. However, before applying, a candidate must check the eligibility criteria as well. Check more information about HPCET 2021 application form such as process to apply, image specifications, application fee etc.
The candidates must note that the separate HPCET 2021 application form has to be filled for each programme. The important dates regarding HPCET 2021 application form are given in the table below.
| HPCET 2021 Application Form | Dates |
|---|---|
| Availability of application form | 2nd week of Mar 2021 |
| Last date to apply | 4th week of Apr 2021 |
| Application form correction starts from | to be announced |
Apply Online: The candidates can fill HPCET 2021 application form as per the schedule at himtu.ac.in.
HPCET 2021 Application Form Release Date
Last year, due to COVID pandemic, the application form for HPCET was delayed and was released in the month of June. However, usually, the forms are released in the month of March, in the 1st or the 2nd week. Hence, it is expected that even this year, HPTU will release HPCET 2021 application form in the month of March only.
In the previous year, HPCET application form has been released as follows:
| Year | Application Form Release Date |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 22 June 2020 |
| 2019 | 08 Mar 2019 |
| 2018 | 08 Mar 2018 |
HPCET 2021 Application Fee
In order to submit HPCET 2021 application form, it is mandatory to pay the application fee. The application fee for HPCET is non-refundable.
Last year, the examination was not held. Hence, the fee amount was as follows:
| Applying on the Basis of | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National level entrance test | SC / ST / BPL | Rs 1400 |
| National level entrance test | GEN | Rs 1550 |
| Qualifying exam (10+2) / Diploma / Bachelor degree | SC / ST / BPL | Rs 1400 |
| Qualifying exam (10+2) / Diploma / Bachelor degree | GEN | Rs 1550 |
| National level entrance exam and test qualifying exam i.e 10+2 / Diploma / Bachelor degree | SC / ST / BPL | Rs 2800 |
| National level entrance exam and test qualifying exam i.e 10+2 / Diploma / Bachelor degree | GEN | Rs 3100 |
However, in 2019 the examination was conducted and the fee amount was as follows:
| Courses | Category (SC / ST / BPL) | Category (Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| All UG courses except BHMCT & B.Sc (HM &CT) and B.Tech & B.Pharm (Both) | Rs 1400 | Rs 1550 |
| For BHMCT & B.Sc (HM &CT) and B.Tech & B.Pharm / B.Pharm Aurveda (Both) | Rs 2800 | Rs 3100 |
| For All PG courses | Rs 1400 | Rs 1550 |
| For MBA & MBA (T & HM) both | Rs 2800 | Rs 3100 |
Candidates will only get to know the actual fee amount only when the brochure and details for HPCET 2021 are announced.
Mode of Payment: The candidates can pay the application fee via any one mode:
- Online mode (Debit card / credit card / net banking)
- Offline mode (Bank challan)
Documents / Details Required to Fill HPCET 2021 Application Form
Given below are some documents / details that candidates have to keep ready before filling HPCET 2021 application form.
- Scanned copy of all mark sheets
- Scanned copy of other documents like category certificate, domicile certificate, migration certificate etc
- Scanned copy of signature and photograph
- Valid email id
- Active mobile number
- Debit card / credit card / net banking details
Image Specifications for HPCET 2021 Application Form
The candidates are required to upload the images according to proper format and size in HPCET 2021 application form. Check the image specifications given below.
As per last year’s information
| Particulars | Format | Dimensions | File size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG / JPEG | 150 x 200 pixels | Must not be less than 40 KB |
| Signature | JPG / JPEG | 170 x 90 pixels | Must not be less than 20 KB |
Important Instructions to Keep in Mind While Filling HPCET 2021 Application Form
Before proceeding to fill HPCET 2021 application form, the candidates must know the following points.
- Make sure to fill each and every detail in the application form. The fields marked * are to be mandatorily filled.
- Incomplete application form shall not be considered and no request in this regard shall be entertained.
- The candidates are not required to send the hard copy of the submitted HPCET 2021 application form to the university.
- Clear all the cookies and temporary internet files to fill HPCET 2021 application form.
- Try not to open more than one session at the same time on the computer while filling the application form.
Note: The candidates must use the latest version of mozilla firefox or internet explorer to fill HPCET 2021 application form. Do not use google chrome browser or mobile phone.
How to Fill HPCET 2021 Application Form?
Check the step-by-step process to fill HPCET 2021 application form.
Step 1: First of all, click on the direct link of the application form mentioned above.
Step 2: A new window will open after following the step given above. Here, select the programme, name, father’s name, email id, mobile number etc.
Step 3: Now, click on the ‘Register’ button.
Step 4: Now, enter the OTP that is sent to the registered email id.
Step 5: Then, login by entering the username and password.
Step 6: Next, enter the personal details like name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth.
Step 7: Then, upload the images of photograph and signature.
Step 8: Then, enter the address details.
Step 9: Next,candidates need to enter other important details.
Step 10: Next, enter the academic details and other important details.
Step 11: Then, pay the application fee and take the printout of the submitted application form.
What to do if the HPCET 2021 application fee is debited from my account? If you are not able to generate the pdf of the submitted application form, then send the payment details like form number, amount, transaction number, and date of payment to doshptu@gmail (email id given here is as per last year’s information).
Details to be Entered in HPCET 2021 Application Form
The candidates are required to fill the following details in HPCET 2021 application form.
Basic Details
- Candidate’s name
- Father’s name
- Mother’s name
- Blood Group
- Date of birth
- Gender
Address / Contact Details
- Full address
- Pin code
- Country
- City
- State
- District
Other Information
- State of domicile
- Nationality
- Aadhar card number
- Religion
- Category
- Admission quota type
- Single girl child or not
- EWS status
- Bonafide domcile of Himachal status
- Kashmiri migrant or not
- Sub-category
Academic Details (Class / Graduation Details)
- Qualifying status
- Percent system / Grading system
- Marks obtained
- Year of passing
- Name of board / college
- Group specialisation
- Stream
HPCET 2021 Exam Centres
Check the list of HPCET 2021 exam centres given below.
The list of the exam centres given below is as per last year’s information brochure
| HPCET 2021 Exam Centre |
|---|
| Chamba |
| Bilaspur |
| Dharamshala |
| Nalagarh |
| Kullu |
| Shimla |
| Paonta Sahib |
| Nahan |
| Kala Amb |
| Hamirpur |
| Jammu |
| Nurpur |
| Mandi |
| Una |
| Palampur |
| Chandigarh |
HPCET 2021 Application Form Correction
HPTU provides a chance to the candidates to edit HPCET application form. The candidates can edit their HPCET 2021 application form at himtu.ac.in. To edit the details, the candidates have to login by entering their username and password.
It must be noted that candidates cannot edit their category while filling HPCET 2021 application form. So, make sure the category entered in the application form is chosen correctly.
HPCET 2021 Admit Card
Admit card for Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test (HPCET) releases at himtu.ac.in. It is only released for the registered candidates. The candidates can download the admit card by entering their application number and by selecting their respective programme.
HPCET 2021 admit card comprises of the details like exam timings, reporting time, e-admit card number, exact address of the exam centre. The candidates must carry the printed copy of the admit card to the exam centre as without it entry is not given inside the exam centre. While leaving for the exam centre, make sure that the admit card is not mutilated or spoiled.
Along with HPCET admit card, the candidates are required to carry the following things as well:
- A valid id proof
- Black / blue ball pen
- Stationery items like geometry box, eraser etc
- Card board or clip board
About HPCET 2021
Himachal Pradesh Common Entrance Test is an offline entrance examination conducted by HPTU. It is conducted for the admission into courses like B.Tech / B.Pharm / BCA / MBA / MCA / M.TEch etc. The examination is objective in nature and consists of multiple-choice questions.
There is a negative marking of 0.5 / 0.25 marks in case of the incorrect answers. The qualified candidates are granted admission according to the marks / merit secured in HPCET / National level examination (as the case may be)
HPCET 2021 Application Form Frequently Asked Questions
Ans. You can fill JPCET 2021 application form at himtu.ac.in.
Ans. No, you cannot fill HPCET 2021 application form via offline mode. It can be only filled and submitted via online mode.
Ans. Yest, the official authority gives a chance to edit the application form after its submission. However, you are required to correct the particulars within the specified deadline only.
Ans. No, you are not required to send the pdf of submitted application form the office of HPTU.