HPU BED Exam 2022: Exam Dates,Registration, Eligibility, Preparation, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Result and Counselling

HPU B.Ed 2022 Entrance Exam is expected to be conducted by the 1st week of September, 2022. Eligible candidates are required to Register for HPU B.Ed 2022 by visiting the official website and creating a candidates’ application form. 

• HPU B.Ed 2022 Exam Pattern is likey to remain the same, as no changes have been announced. 
• Qualifying candidates should note that HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2022 is provisional and candidates failing to meet the requirements of their selected university will not be provided admissions. 

What is HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam? HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam is a national level exam conducted every year for admitting aspirants into the regular 2-year B.Ed program offered by Himachal Pradesh University and its affiliated institutes. The test paper is a 2-hour exam conducted in an offline mode, i.e. pen-paper mode, and will consist of a total of 150 questions, all questions will be in MCQ (Multiple choice questions) format. HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam consists of five sections, i.e. General Awareness, Language & Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Knowledge of National Commissions, and Teaching Aptitude and Attitude.

Around 85% of seats are reserved for bonafide candidates of the state, and admissions into the course will be strictly based on the merit of mark obtained in the entrance test. The minimum qualifying marks in the Entrance Test will be 35 % (i.e. 53 out of 150). In the case of SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped candidates, the minimum qualifying marks shall be lowered by 5% i.e. will be 30% (45 out of 150). 

HPU B.Ed 2022 Exam Dates

The exam schedule will be announced in the information brochure for HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2022. Aspirants can refer to the official website. The important dates of the exam are given below:

HPU B.Ed 2022 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criterion for HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2022 is as set up by the Himachal Pradesh University. Participants must ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements before applying for the exam. The various criteria are as stated below:

Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of India to appear for HPU B.Ed 2021.

Age Limit: There is no upper age limit prescribed to students applying to the regular B.Ed course of 2 years.

Educational Qualification:

• Aspirants must secure at least 50% marks either in the Bachelor’s Degree (Medical/ Non-Medical/ Commerce/ Arts) or in Master’s Degree in Social Sciences/ Sciences/ Humanity/ Bachelor’s in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science and Mathematics with 55% marks.
• SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD applicants must secure a minimum of 45% marks in the qualifying examination.
• Students appearing for the final semester of the qualifying exam or awaiting their result of the same are also eligible provided they produce the necessary documents at the time of admission.

HPU B.Ed 2022 Application Form

HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2022 Application Form is likely to be declared on the 2nd week of May 2022. The portal for applying for the exam will be closed by the 3rd week of July 2022 (tentatively). Candidates can apply for HPU B.Ed 2022 in online mode only. Online forms will be available on the official website of Himachal Pradesh University.

Aspirants must apply through the online mode by following the simple steps given below:

Step 1: Registration

• Visit the official HPU website and click on ‘Register Now’ to create a new account. Candidates will have to enter basic information about themselves like name, date of birth, email ID, mobile number, etc.
• After submitting this page, applicants will be allotted a system-generated application ID.

Step 2: Application Form

• Students must use the application ID to log in to their accounts and proceed to the further steps.
• They will be required to fill up personal information (name of parents, gender, category, choice of exam center, etc.), contact details (mailing address, telephone number, etc.) and academic details.
• Verify the details provided and click on ‘Save & Next.

Step 3: Uploading Documents

• Individuals must then upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photographs and signatures as per the specifications mentioned in the brochure.
• The size of the scanned image of the photograph should be less than 50 KB while that of the Signature should be less than 30 KB. Both files should be of .jpg format.
• Select the option of preview tab to view the uploaded images.

Step 4: Payment of Fees

• Individuals must then proceed to pay the requisite fees which can be done through both online and offline mode.
• The final steps of completing the application form can be done only after payment is confirmed.
• They must preserve the receipt of the transaction as proof of payment.

Step 5: Confirmation Page

• After the payment is confirmed, the complete application form will open in a new window.
• Check all the information entered and modify the details if there is any discrepancy. The application forms cannot be modified after this stage so candidates are advised to verify the application form carefully.
• Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
• Take a print of 2 copies of the confirmation page generated for future references.

Step 6: Submission of Application Form at HPU

• Aspirants will be required to submit a copy of the confirmed application form along with receipt of payment to HPU.
• They can send it by speed post or deliver it by hand.

HPU B.Ed 2022 Application Fee

The payment of fees is an important step in completing HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam Application Process. Any application form submitted without remitting the entrance fees will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

• The application fee for HPU B.Ed 2022 is INR 900 for the General and OBC categories and INR 450 for SC/ST candidates
• The application fee is non-refundable.
• Application fees can be paid via both online and offline modes.

The modes of payment are stated below:

• Online mode: Aspirants can pay the fees via Internet banking or Credit/ Debit card. A small transaction charge may be applicable.
• Offline mode: Individuals can pay the offline mode by using an e-Challan of the State bank of India. They will have to download the e-Challan from the website, fill in the necessary details and submit it along with the fees at the nearest branch of the bank.

HPU B.Ed 2022 Result

HPU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2022 Results will be declared after the successful completion of the exam.

• The result will be announced on the official website of the university in the form of scorecards. Candidates can download their results by accessing their registered accounts.
• Before declaring the results, HPU will publish an answer key for the entrance test. Applicants can use this answer key to cross-examine their answers and estimate a rough score in HPU B.Ed 2022. The answer key will also be open for objection and candidates can submit documents to prove their claim.
• HPU B.Ed 2022 Merit List will be published on the website soon after the declaration of the result. It will contain names of students who have qualified for the exam in order of ranks secured by them. They will be given HPU B.Ed 2022 Ranks according to the marks secured by them in the entrance test.

HPU B.Ed 2022 Results: How to Check?

Given below are the steps to download HPU BEd 2022 Results:

• Candidates should log on to the official HPU website.
• Click on ‘HPU B.Ed 2021’ and select the option of ‘Result’.
• Enter the application ID, date of birth, and security code as given.
• Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
• The result will appear in the form of a scorecard.
• Save a soft copy and print it out for the further admission rounds. 

HPU B.Ed 2022 Counselling: How to Apply?

The counselling process will take place in the following way:

• The counselling session will be held as per the scheduled time and date. The venue for counselling will be uploaded on the website.
• Candidates will have to fill an admission preference form.
• They will be offered seats based on merit and preference of college as chosen by them. Counselling will also include verification of documents and scrutiny of certificates to check the eligibility of applicants.
• Each aspirant also has to pay INR 200 as counselling fees which are non-refundable. If they are seeking admission to a private college they will have to pay INR 25,000 which will be adjusted with the tuition fees of the college.
• Applicants must then report to the institute allotted to them to complete the admission formalities.
• If a candidate or their representative does not attend the counselling session, their claim for admission will be forfeited and a seat will be allotted to the next eligible aspirant.

HPU B.Ed 2022 Document Verification

HPU B.Ed 2022 Counselling requires the verification of documents as an important step. All candidates must carry the following documents required at the time of counselling:

• HPU B.Ed 2022 Admit card and Rank card
• Class 10 and 12-mark sheet and certificate
• Mark sheets of all semesters of qualifying graduate degree
• Caste certificate
• PwD certificate
• Character certificate from the institution last attended

HPU B.Ed 2022 FAQs

Ques. Can I attend HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 on my personal desktop?

Ans. HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 requires the candidates to visit the allotted exam center. Candidates can choose their exam centers while completing their registration.

Ques. Is 6 months ok for HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 preparations?

Ans. HPU B.Ed Exam Preparations requires the candidates to be well aware on a variety of topics. It is important for candidates to prepare well enough in advance to score well on the exam.

Ques. How many questions are asked for HPU B.Ed Exam 2022?

Ans. For HPU B.Ed Exam 2022, candidates are asked a total of 150 questions. Candidates will be asked questions from General Awareness, Language Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Knowledge on National Commission on Education, and Teaching Aptitude. 

Ques. How much time will I be given to complete HPU B.Ed Exam 2022?

Ans. Candidates are required to complete HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 in a duration of 2 hours. Candidates are required to complete the instructions given in their HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 Admit Card.

Ques. Can candidates awaiting results apply for HPU B.Ed Exam 2022?

Ans. Yes, candidates awaiting results can apply for HPU B.Ed Exam 2022. However, candidates are required produce their originals during the admissions process. 

Ques. How much should I pay for correcting discrepancy for HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 Admit Card?

Ans. HPU B.Ed Exam 2022 Admit Card discrepancy can be corrected by informing the authorities. However, the candidates are required to pay an amount of INR 100 to correct the discrepancy.