HP PAT & LEET 2026 Schedule Revised; New Exam Dates Announced

The Himachal Pradesh Takniki Shiksha Board (HPTSB) has announced the revised schedule for HP PAT and HP LEET 2026 for the academic session 2026-27. The schedule was revised on May 11, 2026, due to the upcoming PRI (Panchayati Raj Institution) elections in Himachal Pradesh. Candidates appearing for these entrance exams must follow the updated timeline for application submission, admit card download, examination, answer key release, objection window, and result declaration. Detailed updates are available on the official website hptechboard.com.

HP PAT 2026 Revised Schedule

HP LEET 2026 Revised Schedule

What is HP PAT 2026?

HP PAT (Polytechnic Admission Test) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by HPTSB for admission to first-year diploma engineering courses in Himachal Pradesh polytechnic institutes.

Key details:

• Exam mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Total questions: 100 multiple-choice questions
• Admission basis: Merit rank in PAT
• Eligibility: Class 10 pass with minimum 35% marks

What is HP LEET 2026?

HP LEET (Lateral Entry Entrance Test) is conducted for admission directly into the second year of diploma engineering courses.

Key details:

• Exam mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Total questions: 100 multiple-choice questions
• Admission basis: Merit rank in LEET
• Eligibility: Diploma holders or B.Sc. (Mathematics) graduates with minimum 50% marks

Eligibility Criteria

HP PAT 2026

• Passed Class 10 or equivalent with minimum 35% marks
• Himachal Pradesh domicile required for reservation benefits
• No age limit specified

HP LEET 2026

• Diploma holders (any branch)
• B.Sc. (Mathematics) graduates
• Minimum 50% marks in qualifying examination

Read More: Engineering Colleges In Himachal Pradesh 2026: Fees, Admissions, Placements, Rankings, Cutoff

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should keep the following important points in mind:

• Application deadline: May 24, 2026
• Correction window: May 26, 2026
• PAT Exam Date: June 7, 2026
• LEET Exam Date: June 14, 2026
• Both exams will be held on Sunday
• Admit cards will be available before the exam date
• Roll numbers will be released on the official website
• Answer keys will be published after the exam
• Candidates can raise objections during the specified objection window
• Results will be declared as per the revised schedule

How to Apply for HP PAT / LEET 2026?

Candidates can complete the application process by following these steps:

1. Visit hptechboard.com
2. Click on "Online Admission 2026"
3. Register with required details
4. Fill in the application form carefully
5. Upload necessary documents:
   • Class 10 marksheet
   • Photograph
   • Signature
6. Pay the application fee online through:
   • Credit card
   • Debit card
   • Net banking
7. Submit the form before May 24, 2026
8. Download admit card once released

With the revised schedule now announced, candidates preparing for HP PAT 2026 and HP LEET 2026 should update their preparation plans accordingly. Since the revision was made due to the PRI elections in Himachal Pradesh, applicants must carefully note the new exam dates and complete the application process before the deadline to avoid missing their chance.

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