PU Mandatory Entry Test for Undergraduate Admissions 2025

University of the Punjab PU has officially announced its new admission policy for the academic year 2025-26, making the PU Admission Test a compulsory requirement for all undergraduate applicants. The test will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at various centers across Pakistan. The students can know more about the information that PU Introduces Mandatory Entry Test for Undergraduate Admissions 2025.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

Students who have completed their Higher Secondary School Certificate HSSC qualifications FA, FSc, ICS, I.Com and those awaiting their HSSC Part-II results are eligible to appear for the test. This move ensures broader participation from candidates seeking undergraduate admission.

Test Groups and Merit Distribution

The PU Admission Test is categorized into seven major groups, with each group accounting for 25% of the total merit score:

Pre-Engineering PU-E

Pre-Medical PU-M

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences PU-AHS

ICS with Physics PU-CSP

ICS with Statistics PU-CSS

General Science PU-GS

Commerce PU-COM

Note: Candidates cannot use admission test scores from the previous year for the 2025 admissions.

How to Apply and Important Dates

Applicants must complete their registration through PU’s online portal:

Registration Fee: Rs. 2,500 non-refundable

Payment Methods: HBL, UBL, or 1Bill mobile banking system
Candidates are required to upload proof of fee payment when registering.

Last Date to Apply: May 26, 2025

Admission Test Date: June 15, 2025

Special Testing Requirements for Certain Programs

Engineering Applicants: May submit PU Test, ECAT UET, or SAT scores.

Law Applicants LLB: Must pass both the LAT and PU Admission Test.

Fine Arts & Design: Students must also pass a practical skills test following the PU Admission Test.

Why the PU Admission Test Matters

The mandatory PU Admission Test ensures:

A transparent and merit-driven admission process

Evaluation of subject expertise and analytical skills

A significant 25% contribution toward the final merit for securing admission.