National Institute of Technology in Hamirpur under Himachal Pradesh University conducts a combined pre entrance test B Tech test for the selection of the candidates into the Engineering programme offered by various institutes functioning under Himachal Pradesh University. The exam is conducted by NIT each year. The duration of the B Tech courses offered by the University is four years. The candidates who have a wish to join the B Tech courses in Himachal Pradesh University can apply for the test.

Structure of Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B.Tech

The admission for the Engineering in Himachal Pradesh University is on the basis of a written test called Himachal Pradesh Combined Pre-Entrance Test- B Tech.  The test containts questions of objective type format. There are 200 multiple choice questions are in the test which should be completed within three hours. The question paper includes questions from four different sections. The test is mainly to evaluate the candidates’ subject knowledge in English, Physics, mathematics and Chemistry in the plus two classes. Those who pass the written test will be included in the merit list and finally selected for the B Tech courses.

Syllabus for Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B.Tech

The Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech is a written test with only one paper of 200 questions from four different sections. The syllabus for the test is given below.

Section 1: English (50 Questions)

Section 2: Physics (50 Questions)

Section 3: Chemistry (50 Questions)

Section 4: Mathematics (50 Questions)

Eligibility Criteria

The candidates must have to fulfill some eligibility conditions for applying for the Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech. Candidates must have completed their Higher Secondary Examination or equivalent examination with minimum 60% marks from a recognized board/university in Himachal Pradesh. The candidates must studied Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English subjects in their plus two classes. The candidates must be a resident of Himachal Pradesh State.

How to Apply?

The application form for Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech exam can be purchased directly from the National institute of Technology in Hamirpur against the payment of the requisite fee.  The cost of the application fee for the candidates under general category is Rs.500/- and Rs.300/- for the SC/ST candidates. The candidates can receive the application form by post by sending a letter and a demand draft of Rs.550/- in the name of Director of Himachal Pradesh University.

How to fill the Form?

The form should be filled using the guide lines in the hand book get along with the application form. The candidates need to handle the form with proper care. Any error in the form may lead to the rejection of the application form. The photograph of the candidates should be pasted in the relevant column in the application form. The signature of the candidates must be put in the column provided for it. Make sure not to staple or fold the form. Also do not attach any documents to the form. The candidates should ensure that the filled form reaches the concerned authority by the due date.  The form should be send by hand or by registered post or speed post.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Sale of handbook of information:  From the Third Week of April, 2012

Last date for receipt of by hand or by post:  First Week of May, 2012

Date of Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech: Second Week of June, 2012

Result of Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech: First Week of July, 2012

List of Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B.Tech centres

• Himachal Pradesh University Campus, Shimla 5
• NIT, Hamirpur
• Govt. College, Hamirpur
• Government College Dharmashala
• Government College, Mandi

Contact Address for the Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech

• National Institute of Technology
• Hamirpur, Pin-177 005
• Himachal Pradesh, India
• Website: www.nitham.ac.in

Colleges Accepting the Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B.Tech score

• Green Hills Engineering College
• Iitt College of Engineering & Technology
• Institute of Engineering & Emerging Technologies
• National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur
• University Institute of Information Technology

Reference Books for Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B.Tech

• A Communicative Grammar of English by Geoffrey Leech
• MHT-CET Chemistry Complete Reference Manual by Editorial Compilation
• A Problem Book in Mathematical Analysis by G.N. Berman
• General Chemistry by Ebbing
• Organic Chemistry by Arihant Prakashan
• MHT-CET Physics Complete Reference Manual by Editorial Compilation
• Aptitude Test Problems in Physics by S.S Krotov
• Advanced Level Physics by Nelkon and Parker
• 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary by Wilfred Funk and Norman Lewis
• IIT Chemistry by O.P. Agarwal
• A collection of questions and Problems in Physics by L.A. Sena
• Higher Algebra by Bernard & Child, Algebra Made Easy by K.P. Basu
• Elements of Dynamics Part I & II and Dynamics of a Particle & of Rigid Bodies by S.L.Loney
• Concepts of Physics Vol I and II by H.C. Verma
• Business English and Communication by Clark Problems in Physics by A.A Pinsky
• Physical Chemistry by P.Bahadur

Coaching Centres for Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech

• Access Education
• Genesis
• Wisdom Mart
• Heirank School of Competitions
• Career Point
• Sahil Study Circle
• Giraffe Learning
• Guru Dronacharya
• Oasis Education Services
• Sachdeva College
• Brilliant Tutorials Pvt. Ltd.
• Elite Academy
• DAMS
• Engineers Study Circle
• Bulls Eye Knowledge Systems
• PT Education
• Aakash Institute
• AGG Group of Institutes
• Emphatic Result Academy
• Career Plan
• Institute of Management Studies
• I.C.C
• Achievers Point Knowledge Systems Pvt. Lt
• Besant Raj International Ltd
• Nodnat Educational Services
• Gateway
• Test Merit

Study Plan

The candidates have an idea about the time available and the topics needed to be covered for the exam. Then the candidates develop a study plan according to that. The most important thing is to use the available time more effectively. Select a best Study time and study place by the candidates for the preparation. Be familiar with the topics need to be completed. Then only they can identify the most difficult and easy portions. Try to conduct mock tests at the end of the week and it is the method of evaluating the candidates’ knowledge. Take regular breaks within the study time. Do not be tensed before the time of the exam. It makes them forget all the covered topics. So attempt the exam with a relaxed mind.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The candidates have to use the official website of NIT for getting the result of Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech www.nitham.ac.in.

Score Validity

The Himachal Pradesh - Combined Pre-Entrance Test-B Tech exam score will be valid for one year.