Panjab University Tourism & Hospitality Aptitude Test - PUTHAT
Upcoming Event
PUTHAT Application Date:01 May' 26 - 01 May' 26
About PUTHAT 2026
Panjab University has notified the revised PUTHAT 2026 dates. The PUTHAT 2026 application form has been extended till May 1, 2026. Interested candiates can apply online from the official website - puthat.puchd.ac.in. The PUTHAT 2026 exam will be conducted on May 15, 2026 in offline mode at Chanidagarh centre. The PUTHAT Application form was earlier opened on November 27, 2025. The Panjab University Tourism and Hospitality Aptitude Test offers candidates an opportunity to sign up for their Bachelor's programs in Hotel Management and Catering Technology, and Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management. The applicants are advised to check the PUTHAT 2026 eligibility criteria before proceeding to fill out the online application.
Latest News and Updates
The Panjab University released the revised PUTHAT 2026 schedule at the official website - puchd.ac.in. The PUTHAT application form is now extended till May 1, 2026.
The applicants will be able to download the PUTHAT admit card 2026 from May 12, 2026. The authorities will conduct the PUTHAT exam 2026 on May 15, 2026. The PUTHAT exam will be held for a duration of 1 hour 30 minutes.
The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for counselling as per the schedule that will be released officially. The seat allocation will be done based on the PUTHAT schedule and the candidates need to confirm their seat allotment by making the admission fee payment.
About PUTHAT
Panjab University, Chandigarh conducts the Panjab University Tourism and Hospitality Aptitude Test (PUTHAT) for admissions to hospitality and tourism courses under the University Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management (UIHTM). PUTHAT is conducted once a year for admission into Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) and Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management (BTTM). BHMCT is a four-year programme having 60 seats for Indian aspirants, 6 NRI seats and 15 foreign nationals seats. While in BTTM there are 30 seats for Indians, 3 NRI and 8 for foreign nationals seats.
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PUTHAT 2026 Highlights
| Full Exam Name | Panjab University Tourism & Hospitality Aptitude Test |
| Short Exam Name | PUTHAT |
| Conducting Body | Panjab University Chandigarh |
| Frequency Of Conduct | Once a year |
| Exam Level | University Level Exam |
| Participating Colleges | 1 |
| Exam Duration | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| No Of Seats | 104 |
PUTHAT Important Dates
PUTHAT Panjab University Tourism & Hospitality Aptitude Test (session 2026)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can application form of PUTHAT be submitted directly in offline mode?
A:
No, the PUTHAT application form has to be submitted online via the official website.
Q: What will be the mode of the examination?
A:
The PUTHAT exam was conducted in an offline mode i.e. a pen and paper-based test on May 17, 2024.
Q: What is the last date to fill the application form of PUTHAT 2024?
A:
PUTHAT application form 2024 announced by authorities on April 2.
Q: What are the courses to which admission is offered through PUTHAT?
A:
Panjab University conducts the Panjab University Tourism and Hospitality Aptitude Test (PUTHAT) for admission into Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) and Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management (BTTM).
Q: Is there a negative marking in PUTHAT?
A:
Yes +1 mark is provided for every correct answer while -0.25 mark is deducted for every incorrect choice.
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The questions will be asked from English Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Current Affairs and General Awareness,Hospitality industry awareness . The books you can refer to are:
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First of all it is necessary to be aware clearly of the syllabus you have to cover.
The questions will be asked from English Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Current Affairs and General Awareness,Hospitality industry awareness . The books you can refer to are:
- Arihant General English for all Competitive Examinations (English)
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