PAU CET

The Punjab Agricultural University Common Entrance Test, commonly abbreviated as PAU CET, is a state-level entrance examination conducted annually by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana. This examination serves as the gateway for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in agriculture and allied sciences offered by the university. PAU, being a premier agricultural institution in northern India, attracts thousands of aspiring students from across the country who wish to pursue careers in agricultural sciences, veterinary sciences, home science, and other related disciplines. The examination is conducted in both online and offline modes, depending on the course and level of admission. PAU CET evaluates candidates' knowledge in relevant subjects based on their chosen field of study, ensuring that only academically capable students gain admission to the university's prestigious programmes. The test is designed to assess conceptual understanding, analytical abilities, and subject-specific knowledge acquired during the candidates' previous qualifying examinations. Top participating institutes include Punjab Agricultural University's constituent colleges such as College of Agriculture, College of Veterinary Science, College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, College of Home Science, and College of Basic Sciences and Humanities. The university's main campus in Ludhiana, along with its regional research stations, provides state-of-the-art facilities and research opportunities. Through PAU CET, the university offers admission to programmes including Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Master's programmes in various agricultural specialisations, and doctoral programmes.