VUNET 2023: Exam Dates, Exam Pattern, Syllabus

VUNET 2023 exam dates will be announced on the official website. VUNET (Vishwakarma University National Entrance Test) is a National Entrance Test conducted by Vishwakarma University, Pune. This entrance test is essential for candidates seeking admissions in B.Des/M.Des, MBA, LLM, LLB, B.Pharma, B.Tech. Vishwakarma University is a part of the Vishwakarma Group of Institutions established in 1983, which has a rich educational legacy of more than 35 years. 

Vishwakarma University (VU) was started on May 3, 2017, and is a UGC recognised State Private University which enjoys autonomy as per the provisions of the Vishwakarma University Act 2017. The parent group, Vishwakarma, consists of 16 other educational institutions with 17,000 enrolled students and 2,000+ full-time employees under its umbrella. VU has more than 40 UG, PG and doctoral courses offered in streams like Science & Technology, Law, Commerce & Management, Pharmacy, Media & Communication, etc. Vishwakarma University was awarded the best Innovations Award by ACMA-LIONS at Innovations Expo 2017.

VUNET 2023

VUNET (Vishwakarma University National Entrance Test) is a National Entrance Test conducted by Vishwakarma University, Pune. This test is essential for candidates seeking admission for its identified undergraduate and postgraduate examinations in many fields. It will be conducted on Apr 9, 2023, in the fields of B. Des and M.Des (Bachelors and Masters in Design), MBA, B.Tech, B.Pharm, LLB and LLM. 

The highlights of the exam are given below:

VUNET 2023 Highlights

Exam Name	Vishwakarma University National Entrance Test
Acronym	VUNET
Conducting Authority	Vishwakarma University
Type of Examination	National EntranceTest
Application Mode	Online
Medium of examination	English
Exam Mode	Online Proctored Exam
Duration of Exam	2 hours 30 minutes
Total No. of Questions	100 (1 mark each)
Negative Marking	Not Applicable
VUNET Official Website	https://vunet.vupune.ac.in

VUNET 2023 Exam Date

VUNET 2023 exam dates will be announced soon on the official website. Vishwakarma University conducts VUNET for candidates seeking admission for its identified undergraduate and postgraduate examinations in fields like B. Des and M.Des (Bachelors and Masters in Design), MBA, B.Tech, B.Pharm, LLB and LLM. It is an online proctored exam conducted by their platform, “EasyPariksha”, for two and a half hours.

The details relating to the exam dates are as follows.

VUNET 2023 Important Dates

Event	Dates
Admit Card Date	Apr 2023 (Tentative)
VUNET 2023 Examination Date	Apr 2023 (Tentative)
	May 2023 (Tentative)
	May 2023 (Tentative)
VUNET 2023 Result Date	Jun 2023 (Tentative)

VUNET 2023 Application Form

The application form for VUNET 2023 exam for various fields will be announced online, and the dates will be released in the official website. Candidates should visit the official website and read the eligibility criteria and make sure they satisfy all the necessary criteria before applying. Candidates are required to fill up the application form and submit it before the last date of application form submissions. Within 48 hours of registration, VU sends a payment receipt to acknowledge receipt of VUNET Application form and requisite payment.

The application form fee for VUNET 2023 is mentioned below.

VUNET 2023 UG Application Fee

Name of the UG Programme	Fees- Open Category (Rs.)	Fees - Reserved Category* (Rs.)
Design (B.Des - Product / Graphics / UX etc.)	1500	1200
Law (LLB - 3 Years after Graduation)	500	350
Engineering (B.Tech - AI&DS, Computer, Mechanical)	500	350
Pharmacy (B.Pharm)	500	350

* Include all categories other than the open / general category as per the MH-CET brochure.

VUNET 2023 PG Application Fee

Name of the PG Programme	Fees- Open Category (Rs.)	Fees - Reserved Category* (Rs.)
Design (M.Des - Product / Graphics / UX etc.)	1500	1500
Law - (LLM - 1 Year after LLB)	500	350
Management (MBA)	500	350

* Include all categories other than the open / general category as per the MH-CET brochure.

VUNET is not applicable for the programmes other than the programmes which are listed above.

VUNET 2023 Exempted Exam Details

Name of the Programme	Exempted from VUNET if appearing / appeared for mentioned Entrance Examination
B.Des (Product / Graphics / UX)	UCEED
M.Des (Product / Graphics / UX)	CEED
LLB (3 Years after Graduation)	CLAT, MH-CET
LLM (after LLB)	CLAT, MH-CET
Engineering (B.Tech)	MH – CET / JEE Mains
Pharmacy (B.Pharm)	MH – CET
MBA	MH – CET

Steps to Fill VUNET 2023 Application Form

Step 1: Visit the official website https://vunet.vupune.ac.in

Step 2: Click on 'Register for VUNET' below the blue ribbon on the top.

Step 3: Fill in the required details of name, mobile number, email id and password.

Step 4: Then, an application form will appear on your screen.

Step 5: Fill in the application form and submit.

Read More: VUNET 2023 Registration Link

VUNET 2023 Admit Card

The Admit Card is provided on the day of VUNET, 15 minutes before the test. The candidate receives an individual email (on registered email ID) from VU, mentioning the necessary details and instructions. The candidates are requested to download the admit card.

Details Mentioned on VUNET 2023 Admit Card

Students appearing for VUNET 2023 must read the below-mentioned information clearly before the online proctored examination.

• Mode of VUNET 2023: Online
• VUNET 2023 Start Time : 10.15 a.m.
• VUNET 2023 Language: English
• Negative Marking: Not Applicable
• Examination details and instructions.

VUNET 2023 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure that they satisfy the VUNET 2023 eligibility criteria before applying for the examination. Vishwakarma University conducts VUNET for candidates seeking admission for its identified undergraduate and postgraduate studies in fields like B. Des and M.Des (Bachelors and Masters in Design), MBA, B.Tech, B.Pharm, LLB and LLM. However, if a candidate holds a valid score of JEE Main/ UCEED/ CLAT/ UCEED/ CEED/ MH-CET, he/she is exempted from VUNET. For all other UG and PG courses, the merit of the qualifying examination is taken into consideration. 

VUNET 2023 Eligibility Criteria

Course	Eligibility Criteria
BA	Class 12 or equivalent examination in any stream with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved category)
BE/B.Tech	Class 12 with English as a passing subject/ 3 years diploma or equivalent qualification with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved category)
B.Des	Class 12 or equivalent examination with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved category)
MBA	Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved category)
MSc	Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline. Minimum 50% aggregate is required for MSc Computer Science and 45% for MSc Statistics (Big Data Analytics) and MSc Wastewater & Sanitation Management
MA	Bachelor’s degree in any stream or equivalent qualification
B.Pharm	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics from any recognized board or university
BSc	Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved category)
BBA	Class 12 in any stream with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved category). For BBA LLB 42% aggregate is required for OBC candidates.
LLM	3 or 5 years LLB degree from any Indian or foreign university recognised by UGC, with minimum 50% aggregate

VUNET 2023 Exam Pattern

Applicants for VUNET 2023 are advised to go through the VUNET exam pattern carefully. The exam pattern for VUNET 2023 is as follows:

Test Structure for Design Programmes (B.Des. / M.Des.)

VUNET for design programmes is conducted in 3 consecutive parts / stages. All the stages of the test are compulsory to be eligible.

• Part I : Design Aptitude Test – 50 multiple choice questions – 50 Marks – Time available 75 minutes. Coverage : Similar to CEED / UCEED.
• Part II : Studio Test – 50 marks – Based on Design Conceptualization and Theme Sketches, Use of Material towards Concept in 3D and Concept Write-Up (90 mins).
• Part III : Presenting Portfolio / Personal Interview by the panel – 20 mins for each candidate.

Test Structure for Non-Design Programmes (Engineering / Pharmacy / Law / Management)

• Duration : 2.5 Hrs.
• Questions / Marks : 100 (Multiple Choice Questions).
• Similar type of questions will be grouped into sections.
• Coverage : Similar as well as MH-CET / CLAT etc.

VUNET 2023 Question Paper Pattern

The following question paper pattern will be followed for the VUNET Exam

VUNET 2023 Question Paper Pattern

Programme	Section	No. of Questions	Marks
Engineering (B.Tech– AI&DS, Computer, Mechanical)	Physics	30	30
	Chemistry	30	30
	Mathematics	30	30
	Language Ability	10	10
	Total	100	100
Pharmacy (B.Pharm) Candidate is required to indicate group (M or B)	Physics	30	30
	Chemistry	30	30
	Mathematics / Biology	30	30
	Language Ability	10	10
	Total	100	100
Law LLB – 3 Years after Graduation	General English	20	20
	Logical Reasoning	20	20
	Legal Reasoning	25	25
	General Knowledge	25	25
	Mathematics	10	10
	Total	100	100
Law LLM – 1Year after LLB	Constitutional Law	15	15
	Criminal Law	10	10
	International Law & Human Rights	25	25
	Business Law	25	25
	IPR and Cyber Law	25	25
	Total	100	100
Law LLM – 1Year after LLB	Constitutional Law	15	15
	Criminal Law	10	10
	International Law & Human Rights	25	25
	Business Law	25	25
	IPR and Cyber Law	25	25
	Total	100	100
Management MBA	Mathematics	20	20
	Logical Reasoning	20	20
	Language Ability	20	20
	General Knowledge	20	20
	Business Awareness	20	20
	Total	100	100

 

VUNET 2023 Instructions

General Instructions 

• Candidates need to apply for VUNET by filling up the VUNET Application Form and by paying the requisite fees.
• Vishwakarma University (VU), Pune, within 48 hours after the registration, sends payment receipt as an acknowledgement of receipt of VUNET Application form and requisite payment. Candidates need to read and understand all / relevant tabs (information items) available on the VUNET Home Page.
• VUNET is conducted only for identified undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Refer “About VUNET – Overview” Section to know more about the programmes for which VUNET is applicable along with applicable fees for VUNET and applicable Exemption from VUNET.
• As VUNET is not applicable for all the programmes, for “Non-VUNET” programmes, candidates are suggested to approach the VU Counselling and Admissions office (Pune) directly, to seek information about provisional admission. Refer to contact details.
• Test Structure / Pattern is different for each programme. Candidates need to refer relevant test structure provided under “About VUNET – Test Structure”.
• VUNET is conducted "online" on Vishwakarma University’s own “EasyPariksha” Platform / System in an online proctored mode
• On the day of VUNET, Candidates need to follow the steps provided under Instructions – Test Instructions.
• Candidates need to refer specifically to the listed Do’s and Don’ts before VUNET, during VUNET and post VUNET.
• Candidates are suggested to read technical requirements and material requirements (design programmes) and do the needful accordingly.
• Candidates are suggested to take MOCK VUNET to get the look and feel of the test / system / platform. However, the MOCK test questions are of general nature (indicative) and do not resemble the actual test questions.
• VUNET result are communicated to individual candidate on their registered email ID within 5 working days from the date of VUNET.
• Admission to Vishwakarma University through VUNET is the provisional admission for the said academic year and the same needs to be confirmed on payment of fees on or before the due date and subject to fulfilment of eligibility conditions of the respective programme(s) and in accordance with the rules of the Vishwakarma University, Pune.

Test Instructions

• VUNET is conducted "online" on Vishwakarma University’s own “EasyPariksha” Platform / System in an online proctored mode.
• On the day of VUNET, 15 minutes before the test,the candidate receives an individual email (on registered email ID) from VU, mentioning the following details.

• • Mode of Entrance Examination: Online
  • Examination Start Time : 10.15 a.m. (on the given day of VUNET)
  • Medium of Question & Answer : English
  • Negative Marks (for the wrong answer): Not Applicable
  • Registered / Applied candidates get examination details and instructions on the email to do the needful.
• Candidates need to click on the link and login with shared credentials. Candidates need to login into EasyPariksha system 5 minutes before the examination starts.
• After logging in the candidate is required to read the instructions carefully before starting with the examination.
• Each multiple choice question will have 4 options –the candidate is required to select / click the one of choice.
• Candidates may attempt the questions in any order. Candidate are suggested to Use “Next” and / or “Previous” Buttons to navigate.
• While taking VUNET, Candidates may keep question/s unanswered. There is no need to follow the sequence or to attempt each question. Candidates can revisit unanswered questions later (however, during the test time). During exam time, multiple times,the candidate is allowed to change the answer of attempted question/s.
• Candidates can use blank page/s to do the Rough work (if any).
• After attempting each question, the candidate is required to “Save” the answer to move to the next question.
• For easy recognition, “Question overview” palette, is provided on “EasyPariksha” Platform. The questions are assigned colour codes (Green and Red). Green colour indicates “attempted question/s” and Red colour indicates “non-attempted” question/s.
• At the end (after attempting all / possible questions), the candidate is required to end the examination (on / before time) by clicking on the “End Exam” button.
• Candidate are suggested to read technical requirements and material requirements (design programmes) and do the needful accordingly.

VUNET 2023 Requirements

VUNET 2023 is an online proctored exam and candidates are requested to make the following arrangements for a hassle free exam.

Technical Requirements for VUNET 2023

Candidates are suggested to arrange for technical infrastructure / support to take up the examination smoothly.

• Appear for the examination from a desktop / laptop or from a smartphone. However, appearing for examination with a desktop / laptop along with the Mouse is highly recommended for a better Navigating experience.
• Ensure that the batteries of these units are properly charged prior to examination or ensure that the device is connected to the charger so that it does not run out of battery during the test. Uninterrupted power supply in case of Desktop PC.
• The Keyboard must be in working condition for entering login credentials and answering subjective questions (if any)
• Ensure that the device must not be connected to any organization domain which might restrict access to the URL.
• Antivirus and Firewall must be Uninstalled/Disabled for the Test duration.
• Ensure internet facility / connection with consistent bandwidth (at least 0.6 Mbps). Internet connectivity must be Open, without any domain restrictions.
• For best user experience, Google Chrome browser (version: 85.0.4183.102) / Mozilla Firefox browser (version: 80.0.1) and above is recommended.
• The said device is recommended to have a camera and microphone. The Candidate is strictly instructed not to turn off the device camera and microphone and should not tamper with the settings of the camera and microphone till the examination is completed.
• The candidate should give permission to the EasyPariksha system (VUNET Platform) to access the device camera and microphone whenever asked by the EasyPariksha system.

Material Requirements for VUNET 2023

Candidates are suggested to arrange for the below mentioned material requirements to take up the examination smoothly.

Material for VUNET - Non Design Programmes

• Rough Paper/s, Pen / Pencil for rough work.

Material for VUNET – Design Programmes

• Rough paper, pen/pencil for rough work

Part II (Virtual Studio Test)

• Drawing and colouring material like pencils, sketch pens, poster colours,acrylic colours, Colour pencils, crayons, Dry pastels, Markers, Paint brushes, palette, Geometric set and other drawing material/instrumentsetc.
• Drawing paper: Drawing sheets/ ivory sheet (Preferable size: 11.7 x 16.5 inches / A3)
• Craft material:cutting-pasting material like Fevicol, craft papers, sticky notes, toothpicks, Cutter, Scissor, glue stick, Adhesive Tape, Stapler etc.

Part III (Personal Interview / Portfolio Presentation)

• Portfolio/ Work samples in pdf / ppt format (on the desktop / laptop) to present the same during an online interaction with the VU Panel.

VUNET 2023 Dos and Dont's 

Before VUNET 2023

The following are the Things "to do" and Things "not to do" before VUNET 2023

Things “To Do” 

• Do seek your parent's consent (in case you are a minor) before taking the VUNET as your video will be recorded from time to time during the test duration.
• Do read through the Examinee Instructions.
• Do read FAQs to help you through any test setup and/or disruption.
• Do check on the location from where you will take the entire test –
  Comfortable seating position, with a wall or showcase behind you.Adequate brightness in the roomLight source facing you and away from camera.
• Do check you have all required writing material (approved by VUNET Authorities) available with you
• Do CheckInternet connectionWebcamPower supply
• Do check you have the correct and valid Login ID and Password

Things “Not to Do” 

• Do not change the computer / laptop already tested by you and made ready during the Dry Run Check, for the actual Test.
• Do not have anybody else present in the test taking room apart from yourself (as Test-taker) – noncompliance to this will lead to your disqualification.
• Do not share the internet bandwidth during the course of the Test.
• Do not move away from your computer and Webcam range.
• Do not have a light source behind you or at an angle that will cast any shadow on your face.
• Do not have any paper, device, equipment with you that has not been explicitly approved by VUNET Authorities.

During VUNET 2023

The following are the Things "to do" and Things "not to do" during VUNET 2023.

Things “To Do” 

• Do accept the Terms and Conditions displayed on your Console.
• Do read and understand the Test Instructions, Section Instructions and Question level instructions.
• Do focus on the activity to be performed on the screen to solve the question being displayed.
• Do keep track of the Test timer.
• Do look for any on-screen messages and respond immediately as per the message received.
• Do be aware that any suspicion of malpractice or attempted use of unfair means can lead to your disqualification.

Things “Not To Do” 

• Do not cover the webcam at any point from the start of the Test till your Test is submitted
• Do not create a virtual setup of screen mirroring or casting your screen.
• Do not consume any breakfast/meal/snacks/beverage during the test.
• Do not cover or mask your face.
• Do not change the seating posture.
• Do not talk to anybody while taking the Test.
• Do not have anybody present with you while taking the Test.
• Do not use any other gadgets or communication devices during the course of the Test.
• Do not share your screen with anybody.
• Do not take screenshots or videos or photos of the question to share with anyone or on social media channels.
• Do not use any unfair means to gain an advantage in the Test.
• Do not try to use any other application other than Launcher on the system.
• Do not Hit ‘X’ on the top right corner to close the Launcher window.
• Avoid leaving the computer / Test ahead of the allotted Test end time.
• Do not move around your seated position such that it obstructs a clear frontal view of your full face.

Avoid the following malpractice (include, but are not restricted to)

• Detection of Audio from Headphones.
• Detection of non-allowed Gadgets
• Face Not Found
• Multiple Faces Found
• Looking Sideways Frequently
• Suspicious Behaviour
• Moving Away from the Seat
• Referring to Reading Material
• Video Feeds Inactive

Post VUNET 2023

The following are the Things "to do" and Things "not to do" post VUNET 2023.

Things “To Do” 

• Do a manual submit of responses to questions by pressing the ‘Submit’ button once you have completed your test.
• Ensure successful submission of the test and close the browser.
• Do wait for the browser to close.
• Do restart your computer to reverse all temporary system changes made for the Test.

Things “Not To Do”

• Do not try to re-take the VUNET unless specifically instructed to do so.
• Do not try to reach out to the Helpdesk to know your score and result. The same will be communicated as per schedule.

VUNET 2023 Result

VUNET 2023 Results will be announced on the official website , after the exams are conducted. Vishwakarma University (VU) announces the scheduled VUNET results within 7 working days from the date of VUNET. Individual students get an email/notification that mentions the result – “Qualified” or “Not Qualified”. On qualifying for VUNET, the individual student can proceed with the provisional admission for the said programme at VU by filling up the application form and paying the requisite application form fee plus the first instalment for the academic year.

Read More: VUNET Result