Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test
The Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test is the state-level admission route for candidates seeking a seat in a three-year diploma programme at a government or private polytechnic in Himachal Pradesh. It is handled by the state technical education board at Dharamshala, which also conducts the counselling and…
Himachal Pradesh Polytechnic Admission Test eligibility
Candidates must have passed the class 10 examination, or an equivalent qualification, from a recognised board, with the subject combination and minimum marks specified in the official prospectus for the year. Candidates awaiting their class 10 result are usually allowed to apply provisionally and must produce the result before admission. Bona fide residence in Himachal Pradesh is required for state quota seats and must be supported by the prescribed certificate.
Lateral entry into the second year, where offered, has its own qualification requirement. Reservation and relaxation in marks for reserved categories are as stated in the official notification.
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