HP PAT 2026
Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test
- Exam date
- 17 May 2026
- Application starts
- 28 Mar 2025
- Exam mode
- Online & Offline
- Application mode
- Online
- Level
- State
About HP PAT
HP PAT (Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test) is a state-level entrance exam for admission to arts, engineering, pharmacy programmes. The test is held in both online and offline mode and the application form is filled online (computer-based). The 2026 exam is scheduled for 17 May 2026. Registration is expected to open around 28 Mar 2025. Colleges use the score for courses such as Polytechnic, BE/B.TECH, MBBS, B.SC, B.COM. Exam dates can change, so always confirm them on the official exam website. Our counsellors can guide you on eligibility, preparation and colleges accepting this exam.
HP PAT Important Dates
| Event | Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Starts | 28 Mar 2025 | Completed |
| Exam Date | 17 May 2026 | Completed |
Dates are indicative and can change – confirm on the official exam website.
Courses accepting HP PAT
HP PAT at a Glance
| Full name | Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test |
| Level | State level |
| Exam mode | Online & Offline |
| Application mode | Online |
| Streams | Arts, Engineering, Pharmacy |
| Courses | Polytechnic, BE/B.TECH, MBBS, B.SC, B.COM |
| Exam date | 17 May 2026 |
| Application starts | 28 Mar 2025 |
Eligibility, syllabus and exam pattern are set by the conducting body and can change every year – read the official notification before you apply.
How to apply for HP PAT
- Open the official website of the exam conducting body and read the latest notification.
- Register with a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic and exam-city or course-preference details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and documents in the required size and format.
- Pay the fee online, save the confirmation page and download the admit card when it is released.
HP PAT Preparation Tips
- Download the official syllabus and exam pattern first and plan your study around it.
- Solve previous years' papers and take timed mock tests every week.
- Revise a little every day and keep a list of weak topics to revisit.
- Complete the application well before the last date and keep copies of all documents.
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