CPGET MSc 2025 Exam Pattern: Check Section-wise Format Here

Common Post Graduate Entrance Tests 2025 ( CPGET )

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Updated on Jan 7, 2025 12:57 IST

CPGET 2025 Pattern - The exam body, Osmania University, prescribes the test pattern of CPGET each year. According to the CPGET 2025 pattern, the test is held online (computer-based test) for admissions to various postgraduate, postgraduate diploma and integrated programmes. The CPGET pattern details important information about the structure of the exam like test duration, section-wise weightage, marking scheme, etc. It is imperative that the students who wish to take this entrance exam are familiar with the CPGET pattern. This makes preparations seamless. Along with the pattern, students must also check out the CPGET 2025 syllabus. Read further to learn more about the CPGET 2025 pattern. 

Q:   What is the CPGET Exam Pattern for MSc?

A:

Similar to other courses, students will be asked 100 questions in a duration of 90 minutes. Each question will carry one mark. Questions will be asked from the sections/ subjects - Phyiscs, Chemistry and Mathematics. Sections-wise number of questions are provided in the table below

SectionSubjectNumber of Questions 
AChemistry1-34
BPhysics 35-67
CMaths 68-100
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Q:   What are the eligibility criteria to apply for the CPGET exam?

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In order to be eligible for admission into a course, the candidate 

  1. Must have passed the Qualifying Examination and secured the prescribed Minimum Marks in the subject (s) /course (s) concerned as mentioned in the Information Brochure, and
  2. Must have qualified in Common P G Entrance Test conducted in the concerned subject in which admission is sought.
    For administrative reasons, the Convenor may, conduct the entrance test before the publication of the results of the
    qualifying examination concerned. But qualifying at the Entrance Test alone does not confer any right of admission into
    a course. In addition to being qualified at the Common Entrance Test, a candidate will be eligible for admission only if
    he/she passes the qualifying examination before the commencement of admissions process and secure the prescribed
    minimum marks in the subject (s) / course (s) concerned. He / She must submit the necessary documents listed under
    item VII of these instructions at the time of counseling.
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Q:   What is the marking scheme of CPGET exam 2024?

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Candidates appearing for CPGET exam 2024 can check the space below to know about the marking scheme of CPGET 2024 exam here: 

  • There is no negative marking for the incorrect answer in the CPGET exam.
  • Candidates will be awarded 1 mark each for the correct answer.
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Q:   What is the exam pattern for CPGET 2024?

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CPGET 2024 exam will be conducted by Osmania University. The duration of CPGET exam will be of 90 minutes and the entrance test consists of 100 questions. The total marks for the CPGET exam is 100 marks. The CPGET exam 2024 contains 100 multiple choice questions of 1 mark each. 

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CPGET Highlights

Some important details about CPGET are mentioned in the table below.

Particulars 

Details 

Exam Name

Common Post Graduate Entrance Exam

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Duration

90 minutes

Courses Offered

MA, MSc, MCom, M.Ed, MLibSc, BLibSc, MPEd

Conducting body

Osmania University, Hyderabad

CPGET Exam Category

Post-Graduation/Post Graduate Diploma

CPGET 2025 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern of CPGET (OUCET) 2025 is as follows: 

  • The duration of the test for all subjects is 90 minutes. 
  • The question paper consists of 100 MCQs, each carrying one mark. 
  • The entrance test consists of 3 or 4 types of objective-type items such as analogies, classification, matching, comprehension of a research study/ experiment/ theoretical point of view, etc. One question may have one or more correct answer options. The items will be framed only from the syllabus of the entrance test.
  • The pattern for admissions into M.Sc. Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Genetics and Microbiology, is such that candidates have to appear for a common entrance test, namely BCESFSG&M comprising of Part-A (Chemistry for 40 Marks) and Part-B (One of the optional subjects studied during B.Sc. - Physics, Botany, Zoology, Genetics, Microbiology and Biochemistry) for 60 Marks. 
  • The CPGET exam pattern for admissions into M.Sc. Bio-Technology comprises of Part-A (Chemistry for 40 marks) and part-B (Bio-Technology for 60 Marks) 

The CPGET pattern for MA and MSc along with the sectional weightage of questions is tabulated below - 

Sections

MA Subjects

Questions

A

Mathematics

1-40

B

General English

41-55

C

General knowledge

56-70

D

Current affairs

71-85

E

General economics

86-100

Sections

MSc Subjects

Questions

A

Chemistry

1-34

B

Physics

35-67

C

Mathematics

68-100

Q:   What is the CPGET pattern for Masters in Physical Education?

A:

The CPGET patter for MPEd is provided below. 

Mode of the Exam Online (Computer-based test)
Time Duration 90 Minutes 
Marks for 75 MCQs75
Marks awarded by the OU PE department 25
Total Marks 100
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Department-wise CPGET Subject Codes

Aspirants who wish to appear for CPGET 2025 must know the subject codes for their chosen subjects or programmes. Students are required to enter the subject code to complete the CPGET application form. The department-wise courses along with their subject codes are mentioned below. 

Faculty of Arts 

Courses Subject Code
M.A. Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology (AIHCA) 11
M.A. Arabic 12
M.A. English 13
M.A. Hindi 14
M.A. Kannada 15
M.A. Marathi 16
M.A. Persian 17
M.A. Sanskrit 18
M.A. Telugu 19
M.A. Urdu 20
M.A. Islamic Studies 21
M.A. Linguistics 22
M.A. Philosophy 23
M.A. Theatre Arts 24

Faculty of Social Sciences

Courses Subject Code
M.A. Economics 31
M.A. History 33
M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication 34
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) (Two years) / B.Lib.I.Sc. (One year) 35
M.Li.Sc. (One year) Offered at Kakatiya University 36
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) 37
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) (Offered at Kakatiya University) 38
Master of Tourism Management (MTM) (Offered at Kakatiya University) 39
M.A. Political Science 40
M.A. Psychology 41
M.A. Public Administration 42
M.A. Sociology 43

Faculty of Commerce

Courses Subject Code
M.Com. 51

Faculty of Education

Courses Subject Code
M.Ed. 56

M.P.Ed. 

57

Faculty of Science

Courses Subject Code
M.Sc. Botany 61
M.Sc. Chemistry 62
M.Sc. Computer Science 63
M.Sc. Electronics 64
M.Sc. Geography 65
M.Sc. Geo-informatics 66
M.Sc. Geology 67
M.Sc. Mathematics 68
M.Sc. Physics 69
M.Sc. Statistics 70
M.Sc. Zoology 71
M.Sc. Biochemistry / Environmental Science / Forensic Science/Fermentation Technology / Genetics / Microbiology (BCESFSFTG&M) 72
M.Sc. Biotechnology 73
M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics 74
M.Sc. Food Science & Technology 75
M.Sc. Psychology * (Offered at Kakatiya University) 76
M.Sc. Sericulture * (Offered at Kakatiya University) 77

Subject Codes for 5-year Integrated Programmes

Courses Subject Code
M.Sc. Bio-Technology (5 years Integrated) 91
M.Sc. Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry (5 years Integrated) 92
M.A. Economics (5 years Integrated) 93
M.B.A. (5 years Integrated) 94

 

CPGET 2025 Preparation

Cracking the Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPGET) is no mean feat. Be it MA, MSc or MCom that you are preparing for, you should have the prescribed syllabus ready, you should know the exam pattern, and marking scheme well before the exam date so that you have plenty of time for preparations. It is advised that the students get a couple of prep books or guidebooks. These books contain a wide variety of questions that help you prepare better. Preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam requires more time and dedication. CPGET preparation becomes easier if you plan ahead and manage time well. Also, do not forget to solve plenty of older question papers, sample papers and mock tests, they're the real deal. 

Here are some books and resources that you can refer to while preparing for CPGET 2025. 

Mathematics

  • NCERT Maths book of Class XI and XII
  • R. D. Sharma Objective
  • Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Physics

  • NCERT Physics book of Class XI and XII
  • Objective Physics by Pradeep
  • Concepts of Physics by H. C. Verma
  • Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Chemistry

  • NCERT Chemistry Book of Class XI and XII
  • Objective Chemistry by Pradeep
  • Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Biology

  • NCERT Biology Book of Class XI and XII
  • Trueman’s Biology Class XI and XII
  • Previous year's objective questions of AIPMT and NEET

English

  • Word Power Made Easy New Revised & Expanded Edition by NORMAN LEWIS (ISBN-10: 0143424688)
  • OBJECTIVE GENERAL ENGLISH 01 Edition By R. S. Aggarwal (ISBN-10: 8121915317).

FAQs on CPGET 2025 Exam Pattern

Some important FAQs related to CPGET 2025 are given below.  

Q:   Which are the participating universities of CPGET exam?

A:

The participating universities in CPGET exam are as follows:

  • Osmania University, Hyderabad
  • Kakatiya University, Warangal
  • Telangana University, Nizamabad
  • Mahatma Gandhi University, Nalgonda
  • Palamuru University, Mahabubnagar
  • Satavahana University, Karimnagar
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad
  • Telangana Mahila Viswavidyalayam Hyderabad
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Q:   In which courses admission is provided through CPGET?

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Candidates clearing the Common Post Graduate Entrance Exam (CPGET) can take admissions to the courses tabulated below:

Master of Arts (MA)
Master of Science (MSc)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM)
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.)
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Master of Commerce (MCom)
Master of Education (MEd)
Master of Physical Education (MPEd)

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Q:   What is the reservation policy for SC, ST and BC candidates in CPGET exam?

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The reservation policy for SC, ST and BC candidates in CPGET exam are as follows: 
Of the total number of seats available in each subject/course, following is the schedule of reservation of seats for these categories.
Schedules Caste- 15 percent
Scheduled Tribe- 10 percent 

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Q:   Which are the decentralised verification centres for CPGET counselling?

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 Candidates can choose any of the following university centres for their certificate verification accroding to the schedule.

Decentralised Verification Centres:

  • Directorate of Admissions,  Osmania University, Hyderabad
  • Telangana University Campus, Dichpally, Nizamabad2
  • Mahatma Gandhi University Campus, Yellareddyguda, Nalgonda
  • Palamuru University Campus, Bandameedipally, Mahabubnagar
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Q:   What is the reservation policy for women candidates in CPGET exam?

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Wherever applicable, a minimum of 33.33% of the available seats in each course will be allotted to women candidates from each category, i.e. Open, S.C., S.T. and in all the groups in BC category taking a subject in each college as a unit. This rule is not applicable (i) if women candidates selected on merit in each category form 33.33 % or more of the seats therein; and (ii) for seats under various special categories. In the absence of suitable women candidates in the respective categories, these seats shall be filled in with men candidates of the same category. 

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Q:   What is the reservation policy for local and non local candidates in CPGET exam?

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The reservation policy for local and non-local candidates in CPGET are as follows:
i) Admission to 85% of the available seats in every course shall be reserved in favour of the local candidates in relation to the local area in respect of Telangana. subject to community and other reservations in force.
ii) The remaining 15% of the seats which are open to local and non -locals shall be filled up subject to similar reservation as applicable to 85% local candidates

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Q:   What is the reservation policy for backward class and EWS candidates in CPGET exam?

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The reservation policy for backward class and EWS candidates in CPGET exam are as follows:
Backward Class
Group A- 7 percent
Group B- 10 percent
Group C- 1 percent
Group D- 7 percent
Group E- 4 percent (subject to court decision)
EWS- As per the government orders of Telangana Government.

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Q:   What is the admission process of CPGET?

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Admissions are conducted through a process of web based counseling. The schedule for certificate verification has been announced at the official website of the exam. Before allotment of admissions, the qualified and eligible candidates have to exercise options through web in the order of their preference. If the admitted candidates in each course should be found less than 10 after the second web options than that course will be cancelled for that academic year. 

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CPGET 2025 Subject Codes for Faculty of Social Sciences

Faculty of Social Sciences courses along with their subject codes are mentioned below.  

  Courses Subject Code
Faculty of Social Sciences M.A. Economics 31
M.A. History 33
M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication 34
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) (Two years) / B.Lib.I.Sc. (One year) 35
M.Li.Sc. (One year) Offered at Kakatiya University 36
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) 37
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) (Offered at Kakatiya University) 38
Master of Tourism Management (MTM) (Offered at Kakatiya University) 39
M.A. Political Science 40
M.A. Psychology 41
M.A. Public Administration 42
M.A. Sociology 43

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