CG PET 2026 was conducted on May 14, 2026, and the CGVYAPAM merit list listing all qualified students with ranks is expected at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in in the first week of June 2026 — with counselling for qualified students scheduled in the fourth week of July 2026.
The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CPEB) releases a category-wise merit list after every CG PET, covering all students who score the minimum qualifying threshold in the entrance exam. In 2025, 12,276 students qualified and were included in the official merit list. For 2026, a similar or slightly higher figure is expected based on year-on-year trends. Students who appear in the merit list are eligible for B.E./B.Tech and B.Arch admissions at government and private engineering colleges across Chhattisgarh.
- CG PET 2026 exam date: May 14, 2026
- Result and merit list: Expected first week of June 2026 at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
- In CG PET 2025, 12,276 students were included in the official merit list.
- Minimum qualifying threshold: 10% of 150 marks (15 marks) for General/OBC; 5% (8 marks) for SC/ST/PwD students.
- Separate merit lists are prepared for CG PET students and JEE Main qualified students.
- Qualified students must register for CG PET 2026 counselling in the fourth week of July 2026 at cgdteraipur.cgstate.gov.in.
CG PET 2026 Total Appeared vs Qualified Stats
CGVYAPAM conducted CG PET 2026 on May 14, 2026 at exam centres across Chhattisgarh. The authority is set to release the official merit list in the first week of June 2026. Exact appeared and qualified figures for 2026 will be updated once officially announced. Based on previous year trends, the table below gives an overview of expected participation and qualification for 2026:
| Statistic | CG PET 2026 (Expected) | CG PET 2025 (Official) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Registered Students | ~15,000–18,000 | ~15,000 |
| Total Students Appeared | ~13,000–15,500 | ~13,500–15,000 |
| Students in Merit List (Qualified) | ~12,500–13,500 (expected) | 12,276 (official) |
| Approximate Qualification Rate | ~83–87% (expected) | ~82–85% |
| Merit List Release Date | First week of June 2026 | June 6, 2025 |
All 2026 figures are based on previous year trends. Exact statistics will be updated once CGVYAPAM officially releases the 2026 merit list.
Year-Wise Appeared and Qualified Comparison
A large proportion of students who appear in CG PET qualify for the merit list every year. This is because the minimum qualifying threshold is kept at just 10% of total marks for General/OBC students — one of the lowest qualifying benchmarks among state-level engineering entrance exams. The table below shows year-wise trends based on available official data:
| Year | Exam Date | Students in Merit List | Result Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CG PET 2026 | May 14, 2026 | To be announced | June 2026 (expected) |
| CG PET 2025 | May 8, 2025 | 12,276 | June 6, 2025 |
| CG PET 2024 | May 2024 | ~12,000 (approx.) | June 2024 |
The merit list size is primarily governed by the number of students who appear and the difficulty level of the exam. Given that CG PET 2026 was conducted on May 14 — six days later than the 2025 exam — a broadly similar qualification pattern is expected.
Minimum Qualifying Marks for CG PET 2026
CG PET 2026 carries a total of 150 marks — 50 questions each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, each worth 1 mark with no negative marking. To be included in the CG PET 2026 merit list, students must clear the minimum qualifying marks set by CPEB in the entrance exam:
| Category | Minimum % in CG PET | Minimum Marks (out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 10% | 15 marks |
| OBC (NCL) | 10% | 15 marks |
| SC | 5% | 8 marks |
| ST | 5% | 8 marks |
| PwD | 5% | 8 marks |
Apart from the entrance exam threshold, students must also have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. General category students need a minimum aggregate of 45% in Class 12; SC/ST/OBC/female and PwD students need 40% aggregate. Because the entrance exam qualifying bar is low, most students who appear in CG PET clear the minimum and feature in the merit list — making rank (not just qualification) the deciding factor in college and branch allotment.
Category-Wise Merit List Details
CGVYAPAM prepares separate category-wise merit lists for CG PET 2026. Each category list includes students who have met both the qualifying exam criteria and the minimum CG PET marks. Chhattisgarh follows state-mandated reservation norms as shown below:
| Category | State Reservation | Merit List Type |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | Open merit | Common merit list |
| OBC (NCL) | 14% | Category-wise merit list |
| SC | 12% | Category-wise merit list |
| ST | 32% | Category-wise merit list |
| JEE Main Qualified | Separate quota | Separate merit list |
A student’s rank within their respective category list determines college and branch allocation during CG PET counselling. Students qualifying under JEE Main are also eligible for engineering admissions in Chhattisgarh through a separate merit list and counselling process managed by DTE Chhattisgarh.
What Qualified Students Should Do Next
If you have qualified in CG PET 2026, complete the following steps before counselling registration opens in July 2026:
- Download your CG PET 2026 scorecard and rank card from vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in using your registration number and date of birth.
- Note your category rank in the merit list — this rank determines your college and branch options during seat allotment, not just whether you qualified.
- Check previous year closing ranks for colleges and branches you are targeting to estimate your admission chances.
- Gather required documents — Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates, domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and passport-size photographs.
- Register for CG PET 2026 counselling on the DTE Chhattisgarh portal at cgdteraipur.cgstate.gov.in when registration opens in the fourth week of July 2026.
- Fill college and branch preferences carefully during choice-filling — prioritise colleges matching your rank range based on previous year closing ranks.
CG PET 2026 Qualifier Stats FAQs
Ques. How many students qualified in CG PET 2025?
Ans. A total of 12,276 students were included in the CG PET 2025 merit list, officially released by CGVYAPAM on June 6, 2025.
Ques. What is the minimum qualifying score for CG PET 2026?
Ans. General and OBC students must score a minimum of 10% of total marks (15 out of 150) in the CG PET entrance exam to be included in the merit list. For SC/ST and PwD students, the minimum is 5% (8 out of 150).
Ques. What is the total marks for CG PET 2026?
Ans. CG PET 2026 is for 150 total marks. The paper has 150 objective questions — 50 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics — each carrying 1 mark. There is no negative marking.
Ques. When will the CG PET 2026 result and merit list be released?
Ans. The CG PET 2026 result and merit list is expected in the first week of June 2026 at the official portal vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. The exam was held on May 14, 2026.
Ques. What percentage of students typically qualify in CG PET?
Ans. Based on previous year trends, approximately 82 to 87% of students who appear in CG PET qualify for the merit list. The high qualification rate reflects the low minimum qualifying threshold — just 10% of total marks for General/OBC and 5% for SC/ST students.
Ques. Is there a separate merit list for reserved category students in CG PET 2026?
Ans. Yes, CGVYAPAM prepares separate category-wise merit lists for General/UR, OBC, SC, and ST students following Chhattisgarh state reservation norms. A separate merit list is also prepared for JEE Main qualified students seeking engineering admissions in Chhattisgarh.
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