As the academic year progresses, thousands of Class 12 students across India are preparing for the next crucial phase of their education—college admissions. Undergraduate entrance exams serve as the gateway to some of the country’s most prestigious institutions, offering courses across engineering, medicine, law, design, and various other disciplines. With reforms, mergers, and new policies continually shaping the landscape, it is important for aspirants and parents to stay informed about the updated list of UG entrance exams scheduled for 2025.
Here is a comprehensive guide to the major undergraduate entrance exams in India for the year 2025.
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Purpose | Tentative Exam Date | Mode |
| JEE Main | National Testing Agency (NTA) | Admission to B.Tech/B.E. in NITs, IIITs, etc. | January & April 2025 | Computer-Based |
| JEE Advanced | One of the IITs (Rotational) | Admission to B.Tech/B.E. in IITs | May 2025 | Computer-Based |
| NEET-UG | National Testing Agency (NTA) | Admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing | First week of May 2025 | Pen and Paper |
| CUET-UG | National Testing Agency (NTA) | Admission to UG programs in Central, State & Private Universities | To be announced (likely May 2025) | Computer-Based |
| CLAT | Consortium of National Law Universities | Admission to 5-year integrated LLB at NLUs | December 2024 | Pen and Paper |
| AILET | National Law University, Delhi | Admission to BA LLB (Hons) at NLU Delhi | December 2024 | Pen and Paper |
| NID DAT | National Institute of Design | Admission to B.Des programs | January 2025 (Prelims) | Pen and Paper |
| UCEED | IIT Bombay | Admission to B.Des programs at IITs | January 2025 | Computer-Based |
| NIFT Entrance Exam | National Institute of Fashion Technology | Admission to B.Des and B.FTech programs | February 2025 | Online + Situation Test |
| IPMAT | IIM Indore, IIM Rohtak, etc. | Admission to Integrated Management Programs | April–May 2025 | Computer-Based |
| SET | Symbiosis International University | Admission to UG courses in law, business, humanities | May 2025 | Computer-Based |
| Christ University Entrance Test | Christ (Deemed to be University) | Admission to various UG programs | April–May 2025 | Online/Offline |
| ISI Admission Test | Indian Statistical Institute | Admission to B.Stat and B.Math programs | May 2025 | Pen and Paper |
| NCHM JEE | National Testing Agency (NTA) | Admission to Hotel Management courses at IHMs | April–May 2025 | Computer-Based |
| SAAT | Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University | Admission to UG courses in Engineering, Pharmacy, etc. | April 2025 | Online |
With the increasing number of options available, it is imperative for students to plan well in advance, keeping track of syllabi, eligibility, and deadlines for each entrance exam. While some entrance exams are moving towards centralization (like CUET), others continue to maintain independent procedures. A balanced preparation strategy, staying informed, and seeking proper guidance can make this challenging phase more manageable.
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