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.
B.A. Sem-3 Private & DE Reappear Notification No. 498 Revised
Diploma CSE, ECE, EEE, ME Sem-1, 3 & 5 Notification No. 503 Revised
BCA Honors On Campus Sem-1 Notification No. 522
B.Sc. (Honours) Multidisciplinary (Without Research) (NEP) Sem-1 Notification No.516
B.Sc. Hons. in Agriculture (Four Years). Sem-1,3,5,7 Notification No. 513
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Data Analytics Sem-1 Notification No.520
B.Sc. Hons. Aesthetics & Beauty Therapy (CBCS) (Four Year Degree Programme) Sem-1 (NEP) Notification No. 518
B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (CBCS) (Four Year Degree Programme) Sem-1 Notification No. 519
B.Sc. Home Science in Human Development Sem-1 (NEP) Notification No. 517
B.Sc. (Honours) Mathematics (Single Major Mathematics Course Offiered By Colleges) Sem-1 Notification No.515
B.Sc.Computer Statistics & Mathematics Sem. 1,3,5 Notification No. 512
B.Sc. (Fashion Technology) Sem-1 (NEP) Notification No. 514
B.A. (Hons.) (Digital Media and Design) Sem-1 NEP-2020 Offered by Colleges Single Major UG Programme (Hons. Without Research) Notification No. 521
M.Com. (Regular & Distance Education) Sem-1,3 Notification No. 466
B.Sc.Sem-1, 3 & 5 Notification No. 494
LLM (Two year) Sem-1 Notification No. 511
LLM One year course Sem-1 Notification No. 510
LLB- Sem. 1 Notification No. 509
MSc Hons Math & AMC Sem-1 & Sem-3 Notification No. 366 Revised Date Sheet
Four Year UG Programme in BA (Hons without Research) Single Major UG Program Major in Political Science (3+1) Under NEP-2020 (For Colleges) Sem-1 Notification No. 508
Four Year UG Programme in BA (Hons without Research) Single Major UG Program Major in Economics (3+1) Under NEP-2020 (For Colleges) Sem-1 Notification No. 505
Four Year UG Programme in BA (Hons without Research) Single Major UG Program Major in English (3+1) Under NEP-2020 (For Colleges) Sem-1 Notification No. 507
Four Year UG Programme in BA (Hons without Research) Single Major UG Program Major in History (3+1) Under NEP-2020 (For Colleges) Sem-1 Notification No. 506
B.A. Sem-1 Regular (Multidisciplinary) (NEP) Notification No. 504
MA Sem-3 (Regular, Distance Education, Private) All Subjects Notification No. 408 Re-Revised
MA Sem-1 (Regular,Private Students and Distance Education Reappear Students) All Subjects Notification No. 407 Re-Revised
Post Graduate Diploma in Women & Child Development Sem-1 Notification No. 501
MA Honours Tabla Sem-1 Notification No. 428 Revised
MA Honours Theatre and Film Production Sem-1 & 3 Notification No. 502
B.A. Sem-3 Regular,Regular Reappear & DE only Notification No. 497
B.A. Sem-5 Regular & Regular Rep. Notification No. 499
B.A. Sem-1 Private Students & DE Reappear Notification No. 496
B.A. Sem-5 DE & Pvt. Notification No. 500
B.A. Sem-3 Private & DE Reappear Notification No. 498
B.A. Sem-1 Regular (Repappear) Notification No. 495
B.Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering & ECM Engineering) (Semester- 3, 5, 7) Notifcation No. 351 Re- Revised Date Sheet
MA Education Semester- 1 & 3 Notification No. 424 Revised
Diploma CSE, ECE, EEE, ME Sem-1, 3 & 5 Notification No. 503
BALLB-1, 3, 5, ,7 & 9 Notification No. 480 Revised
B.Com LLB Sem-1, 3 ,5 & 7 Notification No. 479 Revised
BBA LLB Sem-1, 3 & 5 Notification No. 481 Revised
B.Sc. B.Ed. Sem-5 (4 Year Course) Notification No. 476 Revised
B.A. B.Ed. Sem-5 (4 Year Course) Notification No. 473 Revised
B.A. B.Ed. Sem-3 (4 Year Course) Notification No. 472 Revised
Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychology Sem-1 Notification No. 485
B.Sc.(Four Year UG Programme (3 +1) (Honours with Research) in Computer Science, Statistics,Mathematics Sem. 1 Notification No. 484
M.Ed. Sem-1,3 Notification No. 469 Corrected
MA Sem-3 (Regular, Distance Education, Private) All Subjects Notification No. 408 Revised
MA Sem-1 (Regular, Distance Education, Private) All Subjects Notification No. 407 Revised
BA (Hons School in Economics) (FYIP) Sem- 1 & 5 Notification No. 407 A
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.
Verification Source: Verify at: OFFICIAL WEBSITE
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