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RUPGCET 2023 notifications will be released soon on the official website. RUPGCET conducted by The Rayalaseema University, the Rayalaseema University Post Graduation Entrance Test (RUPGCET) is for candidates aspiring to pursue PG courses in Arts, Science, and Commerce stream. RUPGCET also allows candidates to apply for other affiliated colleges of Rayalaseema University.
About RUPGCET
The Rayalaseema University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test (RUPGCET) is held by the Rayalaseema University, Kurnool, to provide candidates admission to the varsity's postgraduate (PG) degrees. Rayalaseema University offers PG courses in Science, Commerce, Humanities, and Teaching to students. RUPGCET is a pen and paper test that takes place offline. The total amount of marks for the paper is 100, and the questions will be multiple-choice (MCQ). Candidates must meet the university's eligibility requirements before applying online. The RUPGCET 2023 application procedure are yet to begin. The official RUPGCET dates will be released soon.
Organized by Rayalaseema University, Rayalaseema University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test (RUPGCET) is a University Level Entrance Test conducted every year for candidates aspiring to get admissions into various post-graduate university programs. Conducted by The Rayalaseema University.
| Exam Name | RUPGCET |
| Full Form | Rayalaseema University Postgraduate Common Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | Rayalaseema University |
| Exam Level | State |
| Category | Postgraduation |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Mode | Online i.e. Computer-based Test (CBT) |
| Medium | English and Telugu |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
RUPGCET Courses Offered 2023
The courses offered at Rayalaseema University for students willing to attempt RUPGCET 2023 for admissions are mentioned below:
| M.Sc in Botany |
M.Tech in Data Analytics
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| M.Sc in Chemistry of Natural Products | M.Com |
| M.Sc in Chemistry of Organic Products |
M.Com professional
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| M.Sc in Biochemistry |
M.Com e-commerce
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| M.Sc in Biotechnology | M.Com Finance |
| M.Sc in Computer Science | M.A in Telugu |
| M.Sc in electronics and communication | M.A in English |
| M.Sc in environmental science | M.A in History |
| M.Sc in Maths |
M.A in Economics
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| M.Sc in Microbiology |
M.A in Political Science
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| M.Sc in physics | M.Ed |
| M.Sc in Statics | M.P.Ed |
| M.Sc in Zoology | |
RUPGCET Exam Dates 2023
The application form has not been made available on the official website of Rayalaseema University yet. Applicants are advised to keep track of the official notifications given out by the conducting authorities to keep track of the important dates associated with RUPGCET 2023.
| Events | Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Form Start Date | To be announced |
| Application Form Last Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Availability | To be announced |
| RUPGCET Exam Dates 2023 | To be announced |
| Results Announcement | To be announced |
| Commencement of Counselling | To be announced |
RUPGCET Eligibility Criteria 2023
The disciplines that candidates must have studied at the undergraduate level in order to be eligible for the RUPGCET exam are listed below.
Candidates are advised to check the RUPGCET Eligibility Criteria 2023 before applying for Rayalaseema University Post Graduation Common Entrance Test.
Age and Nationality
- There is no upper age limit set by the conducting authority.
- Any Candidate who satisfies the minimum eligibility criteria set by conducting authority can apply for the RUPGCET 2023 irrespective of Nationality.
Educational Qualification
- The candidate should have passed the qualifying examination with a minimum of 40% marks in the subject prescribed for the desired course.
- Attainment of passing marks is sufficient for SC/ ST candidates to get admission to any course through RUPGCET.
- For admission to M.Sc. In Data Science, the minimum aggregate of 50% marks is compulsory in group subjects. While an aggregate of 40% marks is compulsory for SC/ ST candidates to qualify for admission to M.Sc. in Data Science.
- The candidates who have appeared/ are appearing for the 2023 final year examination are also eligible to apply. Supplementary candidates appearing in 2023 are not eligible.
- NRIs or Foreign nationals are eligible and can be admitted even without the entrance test subject to satisfying the eligibility criteria and the production of a student visa for the duration of study at the university.
- Postgraduate degree holders of any course/ subject are not entitled to admission to the same course/ subject. Whereas, a PG course in a different subject can be pursued by a PG degree holder in another subject but you will not be eligible for any scholarship or fee reimbursement.
RUPGCET Application Form 2023
The RUPGCET Application Form 2023 will be available on the official website of Rayalaseema University once the release date has been announced. Applicants are advised to fill out the application form for RUPGCET carefully.
Registration Fee: While filling out the application form you will have to pay the registration fee of INR 400 for the General category and INR 300 for SC/ ST/ PH candidates. If you're submitting the application form late, you will have to pay the late registration fee of INR 1000.
Payment Mode: The application fee shall be paid online through Net Banking or Credit Card/ Debit Card.
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Fee |
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Steps to Fill the RUPGCET Application Form 2023
- Step 1: Visit the Rayalaseema University official website and click on the link of the 'RUPGCET'.
- Step 2: You will have to select the courses from the given list and fill in the required details with elective subjects, to find the list of eligible courses and tests.
- Step 3: Enter the required details including name, present address, and date of birth as per SSC or equivalent certificates.
- Step 4: After filling in the registration details, you will receive an SMS of OTP on your mobile number. Type the received security code in the box provided in the registration form that will display a message 'verified' in green colour.
- Step 5: Click on the 'Register and Proceed' tab to fill in the academic and other details along with a scanned passport-sized photo and scanned signature (signed with blue/ black ink only on white paper).
- Step 6: After you fill in specific details, you will have to make the RUPGCET Application Form 2023 fee payment through online mode only.
- Step 7: You will be provided with a registration number and password for RUPGCET 2023 which will be used as Login credentials for RUPGCET.
- Step 8: After filling out the application form for RUPGCET 2023 you are required to cross-check and verify the details filled and in case of correction the changes and then submit.
RUPGCET Admit Card 2023
RUPGCET Admit Card 2023 will be available on the university's official website once released. Candidates will have to download the admit card from the university website. It is important for candidates to understand the importance of the admit card before attempting the exam. The admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam hall, failing which you will not be allowed to write the exam. Candidates must also carry legal government id proof such as Voter Id, PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Driving License, or Passport along with the issued admit card.
Steps to Download RUPGCET Admit Card 2023
Candidates can follow the below steps to download their admit cards from the website.
- Step 1: Candidates must visit the university's official website.
- Step 2: Check for the 'Admit Card' link and click on it.
- Step 3: You will be redirected to the admit card download page, enter the login credentials.
- Step 4: Admit card will be displayed on the screen download and take the print of the same.
Note: Candidates are advised to read the instructions on the admit card carefully and follow them during the conduction of the examination.
RUPGCET Exam Pattern 2023
Candidates are advised to go through the Exam Pattern for RUPGCET 2023 carefully before attempting the exam. The question papers for M.Tech Data Science, M.Sc Electronics, M.Sc Computer Science, MA English, and M.P.Ed courses are in the English language only. The question paper for MA Telugu is in the Telugu language only. Question papers for all other courses are in English as well as Telugu languages.
| Mode | Online i.e. Computer-based Test (CBT) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark for the correct answer and no negative marking |
RUPGCET Exam Centres 2023
RUPGCET 2023 is conducted in 3 major cities of Andhra Pradesh. You will have to mention the Test Centre Code and the name of your choice of test centre in the online application form. Information regarding the venue of the test centre will be given on the admit card.
Exam Cities with Code
| Exam Cities | Code |
|---|---|
| Kurnool | 01 |
| Nandyal | 02 |
| Adoni | 03 |
RUPGCET Results 2023
Results will be declared on the university's official website for all category candidates based on qualified marks once the dates have been announced by the organizing authorities. Candidates will have to download rank cards from the website itself. All candidates who appeared for the entrance test will be awarded RUPGCET 2023 test-wise ranks as per the marks secured.
Steps to Check the RUPGCET Results 2023
Students can follow the steps below to check their results from the official website.
- Step 1: Candidates should visit the university's official website.
- Step 2: Check for the 'Result' link and click on it.
- Step 3: You will be redirected to the result page, enter the login credentials.
- Step 4: The result will be displayed on the screen download and take the print of the same for future reference.
The RUPGCET 2023 Rank Card will be released for the candidates to download and keep for future use. As the rank card will be released online candidates can go to the official website to download it by entering their admit card/hall ticket credentials and their registered date of birth. The rank card must be carried to the counselling or admission venue as it will display the candidates' name, roll number, candidates' rank, and other essential information.
RUPGCET Counselling 2023
After the declaration of the result, the qualifying candidates will be called for the RUPGCET Counselling 2023.
The Counselling dates for RUPGCET 2023 have not been announced. The RUPGCET Counselling 2023 will be conducted on the basis of the RUPGCET rank and the score of the candidate. Counselling will be held category-wise according to the merit list released, as the seats will be allocated on the basis of the stipulated reservation policy approved by RUPGCET. Candidates will have to submit the original documents at the time of RUPGCET Counselling, If a candidate fails to present the certificates, he/she shall not be considered for admission to the postgraduate programs of Rayalaseema University.
Documents Required During RUPGCET Counselling 2023
- RUPGCET Admit Card 2023/ Hall Ticket
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Previous academic original certificates (study certificates from IX class to the qualifying examination)
- Original caste certificate (SC/ ST/ BC candidates)
- Two-Income certificates (if applicable, attested by officials)
- Other reservations certificates (PH/ NCC/ NSS/ Games & Sports/ NI)
- Discharge certificate and service certificate (if applicable)
- Residence certificate of parents for the stay in the state of A.P. attested by the gazetted official
- Migration certificate (other than SVU region candidates)
Read more: RUPGCET Counselling 2023
RUPGCET Contact Details 2023
Candidate can refer to the below details for contacting the administration department.
Address:
Directorate of Admissions,
Rayalaseema University,
Nandyal Road, Kurnool,
Andhra Pradesh, India
518007
Contact Number: +91 9160118000
E-mail: doa.ru18@gmail.com
Website: www.rudoa.in
FAQs on RUPGCET
Q: What is the mode of examination for RUPGCET?
A: The examination for RUPGCET is conducted in the online mode.
Q: What is the time duration and what is the total marks for RUPGCET exam?
A: The time duration for the exam is 90 minutes or one and a half-hour. The total marks for the exam is 100.
Q: What is the application fees for the general category and can I pay it offline?
A: The application fees for the General category is INR 600 and INR400 for SC/ST/PH category. The application fees must be paid online through either net banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
Q: Where will the RUPGCET 2021 be held?
A: The RUPGCET 2021 exam centres have not been confirmed yet but as of 2020, it was conducted in three cities namely Adoni, Kurnool and Nandyal.
