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Whether students are aiming for a career in engineering, medicine, civil services, or other fields, staying informed about exam schedules, syllabi, and upcoming application processes is essential.
Read on to know more about national level, state level and university level entrance exams for admission to the college. Here's a comprehensive guide to the major upcoming entrance exams in 2025.
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Exam |
Exam Date |
Application Period |
Syllabus Highlights |
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NEET UG 2025 |
May 4, 2025 |
Feb 7 – Mar 7, 2025 |
Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Class 11 & 12 NCERT) |
|
JEE Main 2025 |
Session 1: Jan 22–31, 2025 Session 2: Apr 2–9, 2025 |
Session 1: Oct 28 – Nov 22, 2024 Session 2: Feb 1 – Feb 25, 2025 |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (Class 11 & 12 NCERT) |
|
CUET UG 2025 |
May 8 – Jun 1, 2025 |
Mar 1 – Mar 24, 2025 |
Language, Domain-specific subjects, General Test |
|
CLAT 2025 |
Dec 1, 2024 |
Jul 15 – Oct 15, 2024 |
English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques |
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NDA 2025 |
NDA 1: Apr 13, 2025 NDA 2: Sep 14, 2025 |
NDA 1: Dec 11, 2024 – Jan 1, 2025 NDA 2: May 28 – Jun 17, 2025 |
Mathematics, General Ability Test (English, GK, Science) |
Whether you aspire to join an IIT, pursue MBBS, study law at a National Law University, or enter the National Defence Academy, being well-informed is the first step toward success. This guide outlines the major entrance exams in 2025, along with important dates, and syllabus highlights, to help students and parents plan ahead efficiently.
Preparation Tips for Aspirants
- Exam Pattern: It is crucial for the students to familarize with the structure, marking scheme and subjects of each exam.
- To create a proper study environment, allocate dedicated time slots for each subject ensuring balanced preparation.
- Solve previous year’s question papers and take mock tests to build confidence.
- Stay updated with the information: Check the official websites regularly for any changes in the exam dates and exam pattern.
- To seek guidance, join coaching classes, online study sessions to clarify doubts and gain insights about the exam preparation.
Why Are Entrance Exams Important After Class 12?
Entrance exams in India serve as a standardized method to select eligible candidates for various undergraduate programs. With limited seats in top institutions and increasing competition, these exams test a student’s aptitude, subject knowledge, and readiness for higher education.
Depending on your stream (Science, Commerce, Arts), there are a range of exams that open doors to prestigious institutes like:
● IITs, NITs via JEE Main and JEE Advanced
● AIIMS and top medical colleges via NEET UG
● NLUs through CLAT
● Central and State Universities via CUET UG
● National Defence Academy through NDA Exam
Upcoming Entrance Exams 2025 for Class 12 Students
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Exam Name |
Expected Exam Date |
Application Period |
Subjects Covered |
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NEET UG 2025 |
May 4, 2025 |
Feb 7 – Mar 7, 2025 |
Physics, Chemistry, Biology (NCERT 11 & 12) |
|
JEE Main 2025 (Session 2) |
April 4 – 12, 2025 |
Feb 2 – 25, 2025 |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (NCERT 11 & 12) |
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CUET UG 2025 |
May 15 – June 1, 2025 |
March 2025 (TBA) |
Languages, Domain Subjects, General Test |
|
CLAT 2025 |
December 1, 2024 |
July – October 2024 |
English, GK, Legal & Logical Reasoning, Maths |
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NDA 1 2025 |
April 13, 2025 |
Dec 11, 2024 – Jan 9, 2025 |
Maths, General Ability (English, GK, Science) |
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IPMAT (IIM Indore) |
May 12, 2025 |
March – April 2025 |
Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability |
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BITSAT 2025 |
May – June 2025 |
January – April 2025 |
Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Biology, English, Logical Reasoning |
State-Level Entrance Exams 2025 After Class 12
State-level entrance exams offer students the opportunity to pursue undergraduate courses in institutions within their respective states. These exams are tailored to the state's educational framework and often consider the state board syllabus. Below is a comprehensive list of major state-level entrance exams scheduled for 2025
Engineering Entrance Exams
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Exam Name |
State |
Expected Exam Date |
Application Period |
Subjects Covered |
|
MHT CET |
Maharashtra |
Dec 30, 2024 – Feb 15, 2025 (without late fee) Feb 16 – 22, 2025 (with late fee) |
Apr 19 – 27, 2025 (PCM group) |
PCM |
|
WBJEE |
West Bengal |
Jan 22 – Feb 23, 2025 |
Apr 27, 2025 |
PCM |
|
AP EAPCET |
Andhra Pradesh |
Mar 15 – Apr 24, 2025 (without late fee) Apr 25 – May 12, 2025 (with late fee) |
May 21 – 27, 2025 (Engineering) |
PCM |
|
TS EAMCET |
Telangana |
Feb 25 – Apr 4, 2025 (without late fee) Apr 5 – 24, 2025 (with late fee) |
May 2 – 5, 2025 (Engineering) |
PCM |
|
KEAM |
Kerala |
Jan – Feb 2025 (exact dates not specified) |
Apr 23, 25–29, 2025 (Engineering) |
PCM |
|
KCET |
Karnataka |
Jan 23 – Feb 24, 2025 |
Apr 16 – 17, 2025 |
PCM |
|
GUJCET |
Gujarat |
Dec 17, 2024 – Jan 15, 2025 |
Mar 23, 2025 |
PCM |
|
BCECE |
Bihar |
Apr 9 – May 6, 2025 |
Jun 7 – 8, 2025 |
PCM |
|
COMEDK UGET |
Karnataka (Private Colleges) |
Feb 3 – Mar 15, 2025 |
May 10, 2025 |
PCM |
Medical & Allied Health Sciences Entrance Exams
|
Exam Name |
Application Dates |
Exam Date |
State |
Courses Offered |
|
NEET UG 2025 |
Feb 7 – Mar 7, 2025 |
May 4, 2025 |
All India (including state quotas) |
MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS |
|
AIIMS B.Sc. Nursing |
Apr 8 – May 7, 2025 |
Jun 1, 2025 B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing Jun 21, 2025 B.Sc. (Post Basic) |
All India |
B.Sc. Nursing |
|
JIPMER B.Sc. Nursing |
Admission through NEET UG 2025 |
Refer NEET UG 2025 dates |
Puducherry |
B.Sc. Nursing, Allied Health Sciences |
Note: While NEET UG is a national-level exam, it is essential for admission to medical courses in state colleges as well.
Law Entrance Exams
|
Exam Name |
State |
Application Dates |
Exam Date |
Courses Offered |
|
MH CET Law 2025 |
Maharashtra |
Jan 3 – Mar 27, 2025 (5-year LLB) |
Apr 28, 2025 |
3 and 5-year Integrated LLB |
|
Dec 27, 2024 – Mar 27, 2025 (3-year LLB) |
May 3–4, 2025 |
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TS LAWCET 2025 |
Telangana |
Mar 1 – Apr 30, 2025 (without late fee) May 1 – May 25, 2025 (with late fee) |
Jun 6, 2025 |
3 and 5-year Integrated LLB |
|
AP LAWCET 2025 |
Andhra Pradesh |
Mar 25 – Apr 27, 2025 (without late fee) Apr 28 – May 25, 2025 (with late fee) |
Jun 5, 2025 |
3 and 5-year Integrated LLB |
Agriculture & Allied Sciences Entrance Exams
|
Exam Name |
State |
Application Dates |
Exam Date |
Courses Offered |
|
MP PAT 2025 |
Madhya Pradesh |
2nd week of May – 1st week of June 2025 |
4th week of June 2025 |
B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture |
|
CG PAT 2025 |
Chhattisgarh |
March 24 – April 21, 2025 |
May 15, 2025 |
B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture |
|
BCECE Agriculture 2025 |
Bihar |
April 9 – May 6, 2025 |
June 7–8, 2025 |
B.Sc. Agriculture |
Management & Commerce Entrance Exams
|
Exam Name |
State |
Application Dates |
Exam Date(s) |
Courses Offered |
|
IPMAT Indore |
Madhya Pradesh |
Feb 14 – Mar 27, 2025 |
May 12, 2025 (Afternoon shift) |
Integrated BBA-MBA |
|
IPMAT Rohtak |
Haryana |
Feb 6 – Apr 11, 2025 |
May 5, 2025 (Morning shift) |
Integrated BBA-MBA |
|
NPAT (NMIMS) |
Maharashtra |
Feb 20 – May 26, 2025 |
Mar 1 – May 31, 2025 (Multiple dates) |
BBA, B.Com, B.Sc. Finance |
|
SET (Symbiosis) |
Maharashtra |
Dec 6, 2024 – Apr 16, 2025 |
May 5 & May 11, 2025 (Test 1 & Test 2) |
BBA, BCA, B.Sc. Economics |
Design & Fashion Entrance Exams
|
Exam Name |
Conducting Body/State |
Application Dates |
Exam Date |
Courses Offered |
|
NID DAT 2025 |
National Institute of Design |
Sep 3 – Dec 6, 2024 |
Prelims: Jan 5, 2025 Mains (B.Des): Apr 26 – May 4, 2025 |
B.Des |
|
UCEED 2025 |
IIT Bombay (National Level) |
Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2024 (without late fee) Oct 1 – Nov 18, 2024 (with late fee) |
Jan 19, 2025 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
B.Des |
|
NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 |
National Institute of Fashion Technology |
Nov 22, 2024 – Jan 6, 2025 (without late fee) Jan 7 – Jan 9, 2025 (with late fee) |
Feb 9, 2025 |
B.Des, B.FTech |
|
SEED 2025 (Symbiosis) |
Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune |
Aug 16, 2024 – Jan 1, 2025 |
Jan 12, 2025 (Online Proctored) |
B.Des |
How to Choose the Right Exam?
Choosing the right entrance exam depends on several factors:
● Your stream in Class 12 (Science/Commerce/Humanities)
● Career goals (Engineering, Medicine, Law, Management, Design, etc.)
● Preferred location (some students prefer to study in their home state)
● Language of exam and syllabus (state-level exams often align with state board syllabus)
Appear for both national and state-level exams to increase your chances of admission and seat allotment flexibility. India offers a wide spectrum of entrance exams at both national and state levels for students stepping out of Class 12. From engineering and medicine to law, design, agriculture, and commerce—every student has multiple avenues to pursue their dream career.
Staying informed, preparing smartly, and applying on time are your best strategies to crack these competitive tests. Keep this list bookmarked, and all the very best for your 2025 journey ahead!