Candidates must have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination in the relevant academic year or the previous year with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates). The percentage is calculated based on the best of five subjects as per board norms. Candidates must also have passed Standard X/SSC with at least 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD). Age criteria apply: the candidate should be born on or after a specified date (generally August 1 of the relevant year minus 20 years; relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwD). Exact eligibility dates are mentioned in the official admission notification for that academic session.