Punjabi University, Patiala (PUP), established in 1962, is one of the largest and most prestigious state universities in Punjab. Accredited with a NAAC 'A' Grade, it serves as a global hub for the promotion of Punjabi language, literature, and culture while offering world-class education in Science, Engineering, Management, and Arts. For the 2026 academic session, the university is managing a complex examination cycle for over 600 affiliated colleges, encompassing the National Education Policy (NEP-2020) and the traditional semester systems. PUP is dedicated to maintaining a transparent and student-centric examination portal to ensure timely graduation and professional readiness for all its learners.
PGDCA Sem. 1st.rtf Notification No. 550
B.Sc. Home.Science Sem-3 Notification No. 487 REVISED
B.Sc. Hons. in Agriculture (Four Years). Sem-1,3,5,7 Notification No. 513 RE-REVISED
B.Sc.Computer Statistics & Mathematics Sem. 1,3,5 Notification No. 512 Revised
B.Sc. Hons. Computer Science Sem-1. 3, 5 Notification No. 490 Re-Revised
M.Sc. Information Technology. Sem. 1 & 3 Notification No. 467
REVISED LETTER REGARDING EXAM DATES CHANGED DUE TO CORPORATION ELECTIONS OF DATED 20-12-2024 & 21-12-2024
B.A. Sem-1 Regular (Multidisciplinary) (NEP) Notification No. 504 Re-Revised
B.Sc. (Hons) Biotechnology (Single Major UG Programme) without Research (NEP) Sem-1 Notification No. 525
EXAM DATES CHANGED DUE TO CORPORATION & MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS UPDATED LETTER
B.A. Sem-1 Regular (Multidisciplinary) (NEP) Notification No. 504 Revised
B.Sc. Home.Science Sem-1 Under NEP-2020 Notification No. 524
B.Sc. (Honours) Multidisciplinary (Without Research) (NEP) Sem-1 Notification No.516 Revised
B.Sc.Sem-1, 3 & 5 Notification No. 494 Revised
MA Sem-3 (Regular, Distance Education, Private Students) All Subjects Notification No. 408 Date Sheet Re-Revised on 11-12-2024
B.A. Sem-1 Regular (Repappear) Notification No. 495
MA (Hons.) (5 Year Integrated) TV and Film Production Sem-5 & 7 Notification No. 425 R
MA Vocal and Instrumental Notification No 429
B.Sc. Fashion Technology Sem-1,3 & 5 Notification No. 486 R
B.Sc. Mathematics Computing Sem 5 Notification No. 491
MA Education Semester- 1 & 3 Notification No. 424 Revised
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Comm. Sem-1, 3, 5 Notification No. 493 Revised
B.Sc. Hons. Chemistry Sem-1, 3, 5 Notification No. 489 Revised
B.Sc. Hons Biotechnology Sem-1, 3 & 5 Notification No. 488 Revised
B.Sc. Physics (Honours) Sem- 3, 5 Notification No. 492 Revised
Certificate Course in Bakery & Cookery Notification No. 523
MA Sem-1 (Regular,Distance Education and Private Students ) All Subjects Notification No. 407 Date Sheet Re-Revised on 11-12-2024
MA Sem-3 (Regular, Distance Education, Private Students) All Subjects Notification No. 408 Date Sheet Re-Revised on 11-12-2024
M.Sc. Zoology Science Sem-1 Notification No. 412 Revised
M.Voc. Food Processing Sem-1 & 3 Notification No. 460 Revised
B.Voc. Cyber Security & Nutrition & Health Care Science Sem-3 Notification No. 455 Revised
B.Voc. Cyber Security & Nutrition & Health Care Science Sem-5 Notification No. 456 Revised
B.Voc. Cyber Security & Nutrition & Health Care Science Sem-1 Notification No. 454 Revised
B.Voc. Sem-3 (Banking, Insurance & Retailing , Computer Graphic Designing, Journalism & Media Technology, Medical Labortary & Molecular Diagnostic Tech.) Notification No. 449 Revised
B.Voc. Sem-5 (Food Processing, Retail Mgt. & IT, Renewable Energy Technology, Garment Designing, Fashion Technology, Software Development) Notification No. 453 Revised
B.Voc. Sem-1 (Banking, Insurance & Retailing, Computer Graphic Designing, Journalism & Media Technology, Medical Labortory, Graphic Animation ) Notification No. 448 Revised
B.Voc. Sem-5 (Banking, Insurance & Retailing , Computer Graphic Designing, Journalism & Media Technology, Medical Labortary & Molecular Diagnostic Tech.) Notification No. 450 Revised
B.Voc. Sem-1 (Food Processing, Retail Mgt. & IT, Renewable Energy Technology, Garment Designing, Fashion Technology) Notification No. 451 Revised
B.Voc. Sem-3 (Food Processing, Retail Mgt. & IT , Renewable Energy Technology, Garment Designing, Fashion Technology,Software Development) Notification No. 452 Re-Revised
B.A. Sem-3 Private & DE Reappear Notification No. 498 Re-Revised
BLib. Sem-1 For Colleges & DE Only Notification No. 432 Revised
B.A. Sem-1 Private Students & DE Reappear Notification No. 496 Revised
MCA Two Year Bridge Course Sem-1 Notification No. 404 Revised
M.Sc. (Computer Science with Spl. in Data Science) Sem-1 & 3 Notification No. 409 Revised
B.Sc. Hons. Computer Science Sem-1. 3, 5 Notification No. 490 Revised
MCA Two Year Course Sem-1 & 3 Notification No. 477 Revised
M.Voc. Food Processing Sem-1 & 3 Notification No. 460
M.Pharmacy Sem-1 & 3 Notification No. 463 Revised
MBA Financial Markets & Applied Sem-1,3,5,7,9 Notification No. 394 Re-Revised
B.A. Sem-3 Private & DE Reappear Notification No. 498 Revised
About Punjabi University Patiala Examinations 2026
The 2026 examination cycle at Punjabi University Patiala is divided into two primary sessions: the Odd Semester (Winter) and the Even Semester (Summer). The Odd Semester (I, III, V) examinations for 2025-26, including the revised schedules for NEP-2020 courses (Multidisciplinary), are being conducted throughout January and early February 2026. This session includes Regular, Private, and Distance Education students. The Even Semester (II, IV, VI) theory examinations for the 2026 session are tentatively scheduled to commence in May 2026. The university uses an automated portal (pupexamination.ac.in) to provide subject-wise notifications, particularly for newly introduced subjects like IDC, MDC, and AEC under the NEP framework.
How to Download Punjabi University Date Sheet 2026
- Visit the official examination portal at www.pupexamination.ac.in or the main site at www.punjabiuniversity.ac.in.
- Click on the 'Date Sheets' link under the 'Student Zone' or 'Examinations' menu.
- Look for links categorized by course types, such as "NEP Sem-1 & 3 Revised Jan-2026" or "Post Graduate Classes May-2026".
- Select your course (e.g., BA, B.Sc, B.Com, MA, MCA).
- Check the Notification Number (e.g., No. 509RR) to ensure you have the most recently revised version.
- Download the PDF and cross-check the session timings (Morning: 9:30 AM or Evening: 1:30 PM).
Expert Tips for Students
- Watch for Corrigendum: PUP frequently issues 'Revised' or 'Re-Revised' notifications (Corrigendum) due to state holidays or technical overlaps. Always check the portal 24 hours before your exam for any last-minute date shifts.
- NEP Subject Codes: Under the 2026 NEP scheme, subjects like AEC (English) or SEC (Skill Enhancement) may have specific codes. Ensure you are following the timetable mapped to your specific batch/nomenclature.
- Distance Education (DDE): Distance learners should ensure they check the separate 'Private/Distance' column often found in the integrated date sheets to confirm their specific exam centers.
Notice: Students must keep their Admit Cards handy as center changes are frequently announced via the notice board portal. For the January 2026 cycle, ensure you have updated your ABC/APAAR ID on the UMS portal.
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