CPGET is the abbreviation of the Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (previously known as OUCET). It is conducted by Osmania University located in Hyderabad for postgraduate programmes, integrated programmes and diploma courses. The Cpget is a gateway to admissions to several universities in the state. In this blog, we will discuss the important details pertaining to the CPGET exam 2021 like syllabus, participating universities, pattern, dates, and eligibility criteria. 

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What is CPGET?

The OUCET Test is also known as CPGET (Common Post-Graduate Entrance Test). Every year, Osmania University [Hyderabad] conducts its own entrance test to grant admission to students under various postgraduate and graduate diploma courses.

• Popular applicable courses are Masters of Arts, MCom, PGD in Geographical Cartography, Masters of Education, Master of Science, etc.
• Apart from this, OUCET, which is also called Common Postgraduate Entrance Tests [CPGET] offers students an opportunity to enrol in 5-year integrated programs like MBA, MA Economics, MA Political Science, MSC Geology, etc.
• The above-mentioned courses along with other ones are offered by Osmania University, Mahatma Gandhi University, Telangana University, and other affiliated institutes in the state of Telangana.

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CPGET 2021 Important Dates

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CGPET (OUCET) Participating Universities

Following are the universities where you can the OUCET or CPGET test results: 

• Osmania University
• Telangana University
• Palamuru University
• Mahatma Gandhi University
• Kakatiya University
• Satavahana University
• JNTUHO

CPGET (OUCET) Courses Offered

There are several courses for which you can apply through the CPGET Exam. CPGET Exam is specially for Masters and Integrated Exams. Here are the courses available for OUCET:

Eligibility Criteria

Be it the MCA entrance exams or various MBA entrance exams, a candidate has to satisfy the eligibility criteria set by the university or the institution. Glance through the following points to understand the prerequisites for CPGET: 

Nationality and Domicile

• The candidate should be of Indian nationality for CPGET. 
• Applicants must belong to the state of Telangana. But admission is also open to Non-local students too.
• While 85% of seats are reserved for local students, 15% are for outsiders. 

Educational Qualifications

The Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science/BA/BCom degree with at least 40% aggregate in the final result. Those who have pursued bachelor’s courses apart from the aforementioned ones need to check the eligibility criteria before applying. Further, there is no age limit to appear for CPGET/OUCET 

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OUCET (CPGET) 2021 Application Form

• The application has to be submitted in online mode. Candidates should go through all the details before filling out the forms.

• The next step in the CPGET/OUCET application process is to upload the relevant documents. This includes passport-sized pictures, signature, caste certificate, income and PH certificate [if required], and Aadhaar number.

• Once completed, you can log in by using your registration ID phone number. Take the printout of the fee receipt and application form for future reference.

OUCET (CPGET) Exam Registration Fees

The registration fee for CPGET/OUCET exam is:

CPGET 2021 Admit Card 

Candidates can download their admit card through the official website by entering their unique student ID and Password. Here are some important details pertaining to the admit card of the exam-

Details Required to Download Admit Card

• Application ID
• Password

How to Download the Admit Card

• Visit the official website of CPGET/OUCET.
• Log in using your application ID and password.
• Click on CPGET 2021 Admit Card”
• The admit card will be displayed on your device screen
• Take printouts of the Admit Card for further use.

Importance of CPGET 2021 Admit Card

• Applicants must bring their admit cards to the exam centre
• Candidates without admit cards will not be allowed to write OUCET (CPGET) 2021. 
• The admit card is valid for admission to the year 2021 – 2022 only

CPGET Exam Pattern

OUCET is a gateway to enrol into a postgraduation course of your choice in the coveted Osmania University. Since there are scores of programs available, the syllabus and the exam pattern will vary accordingly. The general pattern though remains the same for all i.e, 100 marks question paper which has to be completed in 3 hours [excepting M.P.Ed]. We have tabulated the curriculum of some of the courses below:

MBA

MA Political Science

M. Sc Geography

PGD in Radiological Physics

Syllabus

Tabulated below is the syllabus for the CPGET exam 2021-

Sectional Marking Scheme 

Seat Allotment 

For the admissions through OUCET Exam, every year certain seats are allied for local as well as not local aspirants. Along with this certain reservations are made for the reserve categories. Let us take a look at the seat allotment of the OUCET exam 2021-

Local and Not Local Aspirants

• 85% of seats in the seat matrix are reserved for the local candidates in the subject to other reservations and community in force.
• The remaining seats of 15% are available to local and not local aspirants.

Scheduled Class/ Scheduled Tribe / Backward Class

• Scheduled Tribe: 6 %
• Scheduled Class: 15 %
• Backward Class:
• Group A: 7 %
• Group B: 10%
• Group C: 1%
• Group D: 7 %
• Group E: 4%

How to Prepare for the CPGET exam?

The entrance exam is conducted to check the candidates’ proficiency in their subject of expertise so the best way to prepare is to study the undergraduate study material, books and assignments. Candidates should also look up previous year question papers to understand the exam pattern and marking scheme for the exam. Some common tips for preparing for competitive exams are-

Time Management
Solving Previous Year question papers
Giving Mock Tests
Covering the syllabus and revision

CPGET Previous Year Question Papers

Solving the previous year’s questions paper is an essential part of your preparation plan. Candidates can find question papers on the official website of Osmania University or can find some previous question papers and sample papers in the preparatory books mentioned below.

CPGET Mock Test

The Mock tests for CPGET are available on the official website. Candidates will need their login details to access the official mock tests.

Mock Test 1 and 2: Click here

Books for CPGET Exam 

For all the aspirants who are eager for qualifying for the CPGET/OUCET exam, here are some of the top books that can help you prepare well-

• The Perfect Study Resource for – Delhi University (DU) MA ECONOMICS (Option A) Entrance Test (English, Paperback, Arihant Experts)
• M.Com Entrance Test Guide (English, Seema Kumari)
• JNU MA Economics Entrance Exams – (English, Expert’s Compilation)
• The Perfect Study Resource for – Delhi University (DU) MA ECONOMICS Entrance Test 2nd Edition (English, Experts Compilation)

Cut Off for CPGET Exam 

Once the result is out, the cut off is released by the official authorities. It depicts the minimum score that one shall have to get admitted in the particular course. There are certain parameters upon which the cut off depends-

• Number of Candidates appearing
• Number of seats
• Difficulty Level of paper

Here are the standards numbers for cut off-

List of Centres for CPGET Exam

Here are the centres where you can take the OUCET Exam:

1. Hyderabad West – Kukatpally, Patancheru and surrounding areas
2. Hyderabad North – Medchel, Gandimaisamma, Old Alwal and surrounding areas 
3. Hyderabad East – Mallapur, Ghatkesar and surrounding areas
4. Hyderabad South – L.B.Nagar, Hayathnagar, Karmanghat and surrounding areas
5. Adilabad
6. Karimnagar
7. Khammam
8. Kodad
9. Nalgonda
10. Mahabubnagar
11. Warangal 
12. Nizamabad

CPGET Exam Schedule

Since there are multiple courses in the OUCET exams, each will be held on a different date. Here are some of the important details you need to know regarding the exam schedule:

1. The first exam was on 2nd December 2020.
2. The last exam was on 14 December 2020
3. The exams were held in three different slots as 9:30-11, 1-2:30 and 4:30-6.

CPGET Results 

The exams for OUCET have already been held and the date for 2021 is yet to be released. But you can check the results of the exam when they will be available.

1. You can check the results on the official website of the conducting organisation. The admission and counselling for CPGET 2020 is underway.
2. Candidates will be admitted to the universities as per their ranks in the exam
3. The entrance rank cards will also be available on the aforementioned websites
4. For this rank card, you need to download it and affix your latest passport size photo in the space provided.
5. The card is mandatory for certificate verification during your admission.

CPGET Counselling

After the result, the counselling has started. The seats will be allotted as per the marks obtained in OUCET. Candidates have to register on the official website to appear for the counselling procedure. It is important to note that there would be some reservations for students belonging to the SC/ST/OBC categories. The documents required to be taken for the seat allotment are: 

• Sports certificate (if any)
• Local or non-local proof
• Transfer certificate
• Migration certificate
• Income certificate
• Secondary class certificates
• Bachelor’s degree certificates
• Rank card of OUCET 2021
• Admit card of OUCET 2021
• Reservation certificates, if any

Contact Details 

Here are the official contact details of the governing body-

• Address: The Director, Directorate of Admissions, Near PGRR Centre for Distance Education, Osmania University Campus, Hyderabad-500007, Telangana
• Phone: 040-27090136
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Website: www.osmania.ac.in

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