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HP Polytechnic Admission Test (HP PAT)
HP PAT — HP Polytechnic Admission Test. 150 MCQs in 2 hours.
Updated 1 Sept 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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Pair of Linear Equations in Two VariablesIf the pair of linear equations 2x + 3y = 7 and 2x + ky = 8 has no solution, then k equals:
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What can I get from HP PAT?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
State rank holders — Top 300
92–100% · Rank 1 – 300
- •Government Polytechnic, Sundernagar — Computer Science Engineering (rank 1-200, highest demand)
- •Government Polytechnic, Hamirpur — Computer Science (top 50-150 ranks, excellent placement record)
- •Government Polytechnic, Dharamshala — Computer Science (rank ~100-250, scenic campus with good infrastructure)
- •Guaranteed first choice in any branch at any HP government polytechnic
- •Eligible for state merit scholarships and fee waivers
- •Strong probability of direct recruitment advantage for HP government technical posts after diploma
Elite tier — Premier institutes
85–92% · Rank 300 – 800
- •Government Polytechnic, Sundernagar — Computer Science (rank ~500-700 General, one of the most sought-after)
- •Government Polytechnic, Hamirpur — Computer Science Engineering (rank ~400-600 for General category)
- •Government Polytechnic, Dharamshala — Computer Science & Engineering (top preference, rank ~600)
- •Government Polytechnic, Shimla — Computer Science/IT branches (capital city advantage)
- •Guaranteed admission in preferred branch at any government polytechnic in HP
- •High likelihood of scholarship eligibility based on merit
Top government polytechnics
75–85% · Rank 800 – 2,000
- •Government Polytechnic, Sundernagar — Computer Science & Engineering (rank ~1500 General category)
- •Government Polytechnic, Dharamshala — Computer Science/IT branches (HP domicile)
- •Government Polytechnic, Hamirpur — Computer Science Engineering (approximately rank 1200-1800)
- •Government Polytechnic, Kangra — Computer Science & IT (preferred choice)
- •Government Polytechnic, Shimla — Electronics & Communication/Computer Science (reserved category)
- •First-choice branch selection in most district-level polytechnics
Competitive branch selection
65–75% · Rank 2,000 – 4,000
- •Government Polytechnic, Dharamshala — Computer Science & Engineering (rank ~3000 General)
- •Government Polytechnic, Hamirpur — Computer Science/IT branches
- •Government Polytechnic, Kangra — Civil/Mechanical with good location preference
- •Government Polytechnic, Solan — Electronics & Communication Engineering
- •Government Polytechnic, Mandi — Computer Science (reserved category advantage at lower ranks)
- •Access to most branches in tier-2 government polytechnics
Mid-tier government colleges
50–65% · Rank 4,000 – 8,000
- •Government Polytechnic, Hamirpur — Civil/Mechanical Engineering (HP domicile general category)
- •Government Polytechnic, Kangra — Computer Science/IT branches (reserved categories)
- •Government Polytechnic, Mandi — Electronics & Communication (approximately rank 5000-7000)
- •Government Polytechnic, Bilaspur — Electrical Engineering
- •Government Polytechnic, Una — Mechanical/Civil branches (last year cut-off ~55% for General)
Lower tier admissions
35–50% · Rank 8,000 – 15,000
- •Government Polytechnic, Chamba — Civil/Mechanical branches (reserved category advantage)
- •Government Polytechnic, Sundernagar — General engineering branches
- •Government Polytechnic, Nahan — Electrical/Electronics (last rounds)
- •Private polytechnics in Shimla, Solan, Mandi districts — multiple branch options
- •Diploma in Pharmacy at select government institutes (SC/ST quota)
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Rank 15,000+
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
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HPTSB released the Round 2 HP PAT seat allotment result on July 21, 2026. Candidates allotted seats in Round 2 must report to their respective polytechnic institutes for admission and original document verification by July 25, 2026.
The Himachal Pradesh Takniki Shiksha Board released the HP PAT 2026 result on June 15, 2026. The result has been published as a merit list on hptechboard.com and candidates can check their rankings without login credentials.
The HP Polytechnic Admission Test 2026 was conducted on May 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM across 29 exam centres in Himachal Pradesh in offline OMR-based format.
Important dates
Counselling Round 1 Seat Allotment
passedSat, 4 Jul, 2026
Based on typical schedule; counselling started second week of June
Counselling Round 2 Seat Allotment
passedTue, 21 Jul, 2026
Reporting deadline: July 25, 2026
Spot Round / Centralized Counselling (expected)
passedSat, 15 Aug, 2026
Spot round typically held late July/August to fill vacant seats
HP PAT 2027 Notification (expected)
171 days awayMon, 1 Mar, 2027
Next cycle notification usually released in late February/early March
Syllabus
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Mathematics
Real Numbers
Euclid's division lemma, fundamental theorem of arithmetic, irrational numbers.
Polynomials
Zeroes, geometrical meaning, division algorithm.
Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Graphical and algebraic methods, consistency, applications.
Quadratic Equations
Standard form, factorisation, formula method, discriminant.
Arithmetic Progressions
nth term, sum of n terms, applications.
Triangles
Similarity, BPT, areas, Pythagoras theorem and converse.
Coordinate Geometry
Distance, section, mid-point formulas, area of triangle.
Introduction to Trigonometry
Ratios, identities, complementary angles, specific angles.
Some Applications of Trigonometry
Heights and distances using elevation and depression.
Circles
Tangent properties, number of tangents from external point.
Constructions
Division of segment, construction of similar triangles and tangents.
Areas Related to Circles
Sectors, segments, combinations of plane figures.
Surface Areas and Volumes
Cuboid, cylinder, cone, sphere, hemisphere, frustum and combinations.
Statistics
Mean, median, mode of grouped data, ogives.
Probability
Theoretical probability, simple problems on coins, dice and cards.
Physics
Light — Reflection and Refraction
Spherical mirrors, mirror formula, lenses, refraction, magnification.
Human Eye and Colourful World
Defects of vision, dispersion, scattering, atmospheric refraction.
Electricity
Ohm's law, resistance, series and parallel circuits, heating effect, power.
Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
Magnetic field of current, EMI, motor and generator principles.
Sources of Energy and the Environment
Conventional and non-conventional sources, environmental concerns.
Motion
Distance, displacement, velocity, acceleration, equations of motion.
Force and Laws of Motion
Newton's three laws, momentum, conservation.
Gravitation
Universal law of gravitation, weight, free fall, pressure, buoyancy.
Work and Energy
Work-energy theorem, KE and PE, conservation of energy, power.
Sound
Wave nature of sound, reflection, echo, ultrasonic, SONAR.
Chemistry
Atomic Structure
Sub-atomic particles, atomic models, electronic configuration, isotopes.
Metals and Non-Metals
Properties, reactivity series, ionic compounds, extraction of metals.
Chemical Reactions and Equations
Types of reactions — combination, decomposition, displacement, redox.
Acids, Bases and Salts
Properties, indicators, pH, neutralisation, common salts.
Carbon and its Compounds
Covalent bonding, allotropes, hydrocarbons, ethanol, ethanoic acid.
Periodic Classification of Elements
Mendeleev's table, modern periodic law, periodic trends.
Matter in Our Surroundings
States of matter, change of state, evaporation, diffusion.
Is Matter Around Us Pure
Mixtures, solutions, colloids, separation techniques.
Atoms and Molecules
Laws of chemical combination, atomic and molecular masses, mole concept.