The website https://centacpuducherry.in/entranceexam_2024/ is the official portal for the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) 2024, which conducts entrance examinations for admission to professional courses in the Union Territory of Puducherry.
About CENTAC
CENTAC is a statutory body established by the Government of Puducherry to regulate and monitor the admission process to professional courses in the Union Territory. The committee is responsible for conducting entrance examinations, counseling, and admission to various professional courses, including engineering, medicine, and other allied courses.
Entrance Examination 2024
The CENTAC 2024 entrance examination is a competitive examination conducted for admission to various professional courses in Puducherry. The examination is usually held in the month of May/June every year.
Courses Offered
The CENTAC 2024 entrance examination offers admission to the following professional courses:
- Engineering Courses: B.Tech, B.E., and other engineering courses offered by various engineering colleges in Puducherry.
- Medical Courses: MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm, and other medical courses offered by medical colleges in Puducherry.
- Other Allied Courses: B.Sc (Nursing), BPT, BOT, and other allied health science courses offered by various institutions in Puducherry.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for CENTAC 2024 entrance examination include:
- Age Limit: The candidate should have completed 17 years of age as on December 31, 2024.
- Qualifying Examination: The candidate should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (HSE) or equivalent examination with the required percentage of marks.
- Domicile: The candidate should be a resident of Puducherry or should have studied in Puducherry for a minimum period of time.
Application Process
The application process for CENTAC 2024 entrance examination usually begins in the month of March/April every year. Candidates can apply online through the official website of CENTAC. The application fee is usually around ₹1,000/-, which can be paid online or through a demand draft.
Examination Pattern
The CENTAC 2024 entrance examination consists of a single paper with multiple-choice questions. The paper is divided into three sections: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics. The examination is usually held for a duration of 2 hours.
Counseling and Admission
After the declaration of results, CENTAC conducts counseling sessions for the qualified candidates. The counseling process involves online registration, choice filling, and seat allotment. Candidates are allotted seats based on their rank, choice, and availability of seats.
