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  • 13-June-24

CENTAC 2024

CENTAC is known as the Centralized Admission Committee. The objective of the committee is to streamline the admission process for professional courses such as MBBS, BAMS, BDS, BV.sc & AH, B.Pharma, B.sc. (Nursing), B.A, LLB, B.sc (Agriculture), and B.sc (Horticulture) through NEET scores, JEE-Mains scores, and NATA scores. Non-NEET candidates who want to get Postgraduate admission through the CENT Admission Committee can attend the entrance test. The mode of the examination will be online. The CENTAC counseling process will begin soon. Candidates are advised to check the complete article or official website centac puducherry.in. The complete admission procedure is constituted by the Government of Puducherry. On the basis of the merit list, the seat will be allotted to the CENTAC Pondicherry colleges.

CENTAC Important Dates 2024

The Director of Higher and Technical Education, Puducherry, will announce the application date, CENTAC pondicherry counseling date, and seat allotment dates soon on the official website. The dates can be different for the various programs. The tentative admission and application dates are given below.

Month Upcoming Exam dates
June 2024 CENTAC Counselling 2024 Application Form
July 2024 CENTAC Counselling 2024 Merit List Announced
August CENTAC Counselling 2024 Round 1 Seat Allotment
August CENTAC Counselling 2023 Final Merit List

CENTAC Application Form 2024

The CENTAC Pondicherry application form is not required for applicants. Candidates who appear in the JEE-Main, NEET, or NATA scores, can apply for direct admission, According to the CENTAC merit list, the seat will be allotted to the applicant. Candidates who want admission to non-NEET based degree courses in government and private colleges in Puducherry, follow the instructed application procedure.

  • The CENTAC application form will be submitted through the official website centac puducherry.in.
  • Click on “New registration” and enter the valid mobile number and email ID, which will help with future communication.
  • Create a six digit password and note it before submission.
  • Complete the registration verification, and login again with the registration number and password.
  • Enter the required details such as applicant’s name, parent’s name, address (as written on the ID proof), category, academic scores, course name, etc.
  • Upload the scanned copy of the passport-size-image, scanned copy of the signature (20KB to 50 KB).
  • Upload a self-attested copy of the birth certificate, 10th and 12th mark sheets, graduation mark sheets (for CENTAC PG admission) , residence certificate, provisional certificate, and transfer certificate (100 KB to 500KB).
  • Click on submit the CENTAC Pondicherry form.

CENTAC Application Fee 2024

The CENTAC application fee is non-refundable. The candidate can pay the application fee through internet banking, debit card, or credit card. As per the category, the amount of the application fee is different.

For Puducherry resident applicants

  • INR 1000/- for general category
  • INR 500/- for SC/ST/PwD category

Other State Applicant

  • INR 500/- for general category
  • INR 750/- for SC/ST/PwD category

CENTAC Pondicherry Eligibility 2024

The applicant should complete the necessary eligibility conditions for the respective PG and PG diploma courses. The eligibility conditions are announced by the CENTAC Pondicherry. Check the official website centac puducherry.in for college eligibility. The conditions for different courses are given below.

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India, however, the candidate who belongs to Pondicherry gets the reservation in seat allotment.
  • There is no upper age limit to get admission into the CENTAC PG course.
  • The applicant must complete the 10+2 grade and graduation degree in a Physics, chemistry, and mathematics/biology from an AICTE approved university or institute, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent for general category candidates and 45% for reserved category candidates.
  • CENTAC pondicherry M.Tech admission is based on the eligible GATE score, Non-GATE candidates’ admission will be based on the GATE percentile.

CENTAC Exam Pattern 2024

To appear in the CENTAC exam, one must read the exam pattern to understand the details of the paper, the total number of questions, the duration of exam etc. CENTAC 2024 is an online (online-based-test). It is a state-level entrance exam that gives admission into government and private colleges under the Director of Higher and Technical Education, CENTAC Pondicherry.

  • Exam Duration: 3 Hour (180 Minute)
  • Number of questions: 240
  • Mode of exam: Online
  • Exam paper section: 3 sections
  • Marking scheme: Each question carries 3 marks, for each wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.

CENTAC Admit Card 2024

The admit card is an identity proof to get entry into the CENTAC exam hall. The CENTAC admit card is expected to be published in July 2024 (tentatively) on the official website. The admit card will contain information such as the applicant’s name, exam center in Puducherry, exam venue address, exam timing, etc. To download the admit card, follow the steps.

  • Visit the CENTAC Pondicherry official site.
  • Click on the admit card direct link.
  • Enter the application number and password.
  • Submit the entry, and download the admit card.
  • Carry the photo identity proof’s original copy and scanned copy with the admit card.

CENTAC Pondicherry Counseling 2024

The Central Admission Committee, Pondicherry, organizes the under graduation and post graduation program’s counseling every year. The counseling date will be different for medical, dental, Ayurveda, B.V.Sc & A.H courses. The counseling invitation will be released by the examination authority once the notification is released.

Candidates should ensure that they enter the ALL India Counseling Rank against the NEET Rank while filling out the counseling registration. Non-NEET PG professional course admission will be based on the CENTAC merit list. The candidate can check the CENTAC result online at centac puducherry.in. Carry the important documents with you at the time of the counseling process. Once the document verification process is complete, the admissions committee will provide the login credentials to access the CENTAC Pondicherry choice filling process. In case the candidates are not satisfied with their allotted seat, they have the option to participate in the subsequent counseling round.

FAQ
The online CENTAC 2024 application form dates are from May 8 to June 10, 2024.
CENTAC stands for Centralized Admission Committee . It is an organization responsible for conducting centralized admissions for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in colleges affiliated with the government of Puducherry, India. CENTAC handles admissions for courses such as engineering, medical, dental, pharmacy, and other professional degree programs based on the merit list derived from qualifying examinations or entrance tests.
The fees for courses offered through CENTAC vary by program and institution. Here are approximate ranges: 1. Medical Courses (MBBS/BDS): INR 4-6 lakhs per year 2. Engineering Courses (B.Tech): INR 50,000 - 1.5 lakhs per year 3. Pharmacy Courses (B.Pharm): INR 50,000 - 1 lakh per year 4. Agriculture Courses (B.Sc. Agriculture): INR 30,000 - 60,000 per year 5. Veterinary Courses (BVSc): INR 30,000 - 60,000 per year 6. Arts and Science Courses: INR 10,000 - 30,000 per year For exact fees, refer to the specific college's official website or the CENTAC portal.
Required documents for CENTAC registration: 1. 10th and 12th Mark Sheets 2. Transfer Certificate (TC) 3. Migration Certificate (if applicable) 4. Birth Certificate 5. Community Certificate (for reserved categories) 6. Residence Certificate 7. Income Certificate (if applicable) 8. Aadhaar Card 9. NEET/JEE Score Card (for relevant courses) 10. Passport-sized Photographs
Courses offered through CENTAC include: 1. Medical: MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BPT, B.Sc. Nursing 2. Engineering: B.Tech 3. Pharmacy: B.Pharm 4. Agriculture: B.Sc. Agriculture 5. Veterinary: BVSc 6. Arts and Science: Various UG degrees in arts, science, and commerce

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