For General candidates, a pass in the final examination of the 10 plus 2 system in Science stream or its equivalent with 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology for BOT and BPT courses. 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics for BPO course. For SC/ST/PH candidates the requirement is 40% aggregated in these subjects. Passing in English as one of the subjects is essential for all the courses.

The candidate is not eligible if s/he has discontinued the higher study for more than three years from the date of passing of qualifying examination.

The candidates who have appeared for qualifying examination can also appear for CET. They have to produce the original Marks sheet of the qualifying examination at the time of counseling.