HP PAT 2026 complete schedule released; registration ends tomorrow: Check details here
The Himachal Pradesh Board of Technical Education (HPBTE) has started the registration process for the Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for HP PAT 2026 through the official website hptechboard.com.As per the official schedule, the last date to apply is May 5. The entrance examination will be conducted on May 17, 2026.HP PAT 2026 exam date and timingThe HP PAT 2026 exam will be held on May 17 from 10 am to 1 pm at 29 examination centres across the state. The board has also clarified that no request for change of exam centre will be accepted once allotted.Direct link to apply here.Application feeCandidates will have to pay the following application fee:General category: Rs 750Reserved categories: Rs 500HP PAT 2026 exam patternThe HP PAT 2026 exam will include four sections:MathematicsPhysicsChemistryEnglishThe question paper will consist of 150 questions. Candidates will receive four marks for each correct answer, while one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.HP PAT 2026 important datesHere are the key dates for HP PAT 2026:Last date to apply: May 5, 2026Roll number availability: May 11, 2026Exam date: May 17, 2026Answer key objection deadline: May 23, 2026 (till 5 pm)Result date: May 25, 2026Admission through HP PATHP PAT is conducted once every year for admission to polytechnic institutes in Himachal Pradesh. These institutes are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) approved by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).HP PAT 2026 eligibility criteriaAs per the eligibility requirements:Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognised boardA minimum of 35% marks in aggregate is requiredStudents appearing for Class 10 final exams can also applyFinal eligibility will be verified during physical reportingMerit list and counsellingThe HP PAT 2026 merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the entrance exam. After the results are announced, candidates will be able to fill in their course and institute preferences.Candidates will also get the option to edit their preferences during round 2 of counselling.Applicants are advised to complete the registration process before the deadline and keep checking the official website for further updates.
