Planning to apply to CHRIST (Deemed to be University) for undergraduate admissions in 2027? Before you begin your application, it is important to understand the entrance test pattern, programme-specific requirements, selection stages, campus options and application deadlines.
CHRIST University offers undergraduate programmes across media, humanities, commerce, management, psychology, economics, computer science, engineering, law and other disciplines. However, the entrance test and selection process can differ depending on the course and campus you choose.
Media Mentor’s CHRIST University UG Entrance Test & Admissions Guide 2027 brings together the published entrance-test patterns, important dates, campus-wise programme information and a structured preparation plan to help students prepare more effectively.
Prepared by Pooja Gupta, Media Mentor, this guide is intended for students applying for the 2027 undergraduate intake.
Important: This article covers Selection Process I dates and the university information available as of 17 October 2026. Always verify the latest details on the official CHRIST University website and your applicant login before applying.
1. CHRIST University Admissions 2027: Important Dates
The university has published the following schedule for Selection Process I, 2027.
| Admission event | Official date and time |
|---|---|
| UG applications open | 15 October 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date for Entrance Test programmes | 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Entrance Test admit card release | 3 December 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Online Entrance Test | 5 December 2026 |
| Last date for Non-ET programmes | 6 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Non-ET admit card release | 9 December 2026, 11:00 PM |
| ET programmes: Skill Assessment, Micro Presentation and Personal Interview | 11–13 December 2026 |
| Non-ET programmes: selection stages, including audition where applicable | 11–12 December 2026 |
| Final selection list | 21 December 2026, 10:00 PM |
These dates relate to Selection Process I and should not be treated as the only admission round for every programme. CHRIST University may publish additional rounds or programme-specific updates.
Media Mentor tip: Do not wait until the last day to complete your application. Keep your documents ready, check your eligibility and regularly monitor the applicant portal for updates.
2. How Does the CHRIST University Selection Process Work?
Admission may involve an Entrance Test (ET), Skill Assessment (SA), Micro Presentation (MP), Personal Interview (PI) and, for certain performing arts programmes, an Audition (AU).
The exact combination depends on the programme and campus.
Entrance Test (ET)
The entrance test is conducted online. The general duration is 90 minutes unless a different duration is specified.
According to the published 2027 pattern, the marking scheme is:
- Correct answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect answer: −0.25 marks
- Unattempted question: 0 marks
Students should practise timed questions and focus on accuracy. Blind guessing can reduce your score because of negative marking.
Skill Assessment (SA)
The Skill Assessment involves writing a response to a given topic. The published instructions specify a maximum of one A4 page and a time limit of 10 minutes.
Practise organising your response with a clear introduction, relevant arguments or examples, and a concise conclusion.
Micro Presentation (MP)
The Micro Presentation requires students to speak for 90 seconds on a topic given by the panel.
A useful structure is:
- State your main point.
- Explain two supporting ideas.
- Conclude clearly.
Practise speaking within the time limit without rushing or relying on memorised paragraphs.
Personal Interview (PI)
The Personal Interview is approximately 10 minutes according to the campus selection documents.
Prepare to discuss your chosen course, academic interests, current affairs, school experiences, projects, extracurricular activities and future goals.
Audition (AU)
Auditions apply only to the programmes listed by the university, including specified music, theatre and performing arts courses. The guide states that these auditions are held only at the Bengaluru Central Campus.
Check the exact programme instructions before preparing your audition material.
3. CHRIST University Entrance Test 2027: Programme-Wise Exam Pattern
The official 2027 entrance-test pattern groups programmes according to their section-wise marks distribution. The following summaries cover the major pattern groups.
Note: The official pattern provides section names and marks. It does not publish a complete chapter-by-chapter syllabus for most sections in the main pattern PDF. The preparation topics later in this article are Media Mentor’s recommendations, not a verbatim official syllabus.
Pattern A: Arts, Media, English, Liberal Arts and Political Science
This group includes listed programmes such as BA Communication and Media, BA Journalism and Digital Media, BA Liberal Arts, BA English, BA Political Science, BA Media and Psychology, and selected related programmes.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 40 |
| General Knowledge | 20 |
| Current Affairs | 10 |
| Reasoning | 20 |
| Programme-specific section, where applicable | 30 |
| Total | 120 |
The programme-specific component depends on the discipline indicated in the official pattern. Students applying for media, English, liberal arts or political science should verify the requirements for their exact programme.
Pattern B: Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, BCA and Related Programmes
This group includes listed programmes such as BA Economics, BSc Economics, BCA, BSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and selected economics and computer science combinations.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 20 |
| General Knowledge | 15 |
| Current Affairs | 10 |
| Reasoning | 20 |
| Mathematics | 15 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 15 |
| Economics or Computer Science, as applicable | 25 |
| Total | 120 |
Prepare the subject-specific section according to your chosen course rather than assuming that Economics and Computer Science applicants have identical subject requirements.
Pattern C: BCom, Accountancy and Analytics, and Hotel Management
This pattern includes listed BCom variants, BSc Accountancy and Analytics, and Bachelor of Hotel Management.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 20 |
| General Knowledge | 20 |
| Reasoning | 20 |
| Fundamental Accounting | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 20 |
| Total | 120 |
Students should prepare accounting fundamentals alongside mathematics, reasoning and data interpretation.
Pattern D: BBA and Listed Specialisations
This group includes BBA and listed specialisations such as Business Analytics, Finance and Economics, FinTech, Marketing and Tourism, Strategy and Business Analytics, and other variants appearing in the 2027 pattern.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 20 |
| Fundamental Accounting | 10 |
| Reasoning | 25 |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 20 |
| Total | 120 |
English and reasoning carry substantial weightage. Students should also practise quantitative questions, accounting basics and interpretation of charts and tables.
Pattern E: BSc Psychology (Honours / Honours with Research)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 30 |
| General Knowledge | 30 |
| Current Affairs | 10 |
| Reasoning | 20 |
| Psychology | 30 |
| Total | 120 |
Psychology applicants should balance their preparation across English, general knowledge, reasoning and introductory psychology concepts.
Pattern F: BA LLB (Honours) and BBA LLB (Honours)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 30 |
| General Knowledge | 30 |
| Current Affairs | 15 |
| Reasoning | 25 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 20 |
| Total | 120 |
The published pattern does not specify a separate legal-knowledge section. Focus on the listed sections and confirm any additional instructions on the current programme page.
Pattern G: BTech and BTech Lateral
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 15 |
| General Knowledge | 15 |
| Reasoning | 20 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 15 |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| Physics | 15 |
| Chemistry | 15 |
| Total | 120 |
Engineering applicants should give particular attention to Mathematics while maintaining preparation across Physics, Chemistry, reasoning and the other sections.
Pattern H: BBA Decision Science
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 20 |
| Fundamental Accounting | 10 |
| Reasoning | 13 |
| Mathematics | 10 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 10 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 |
| Design Thinking for Problem Solving | 10 |
| Pattern Recognition | 12 |
| Total | 120 |
This pattern includes additional areas such as design thinking and pattern recognition. Students should practise interpreting problems, identifying constraints and recognising numerical or visual patterns.
Pattern I: BSc Actuarial Science
The official pattern lists the following sections, with a total of 120 marks:
- Reasoning
- Current Affairs
- General Knowledge
- English
- Mathematics
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Economics
The main pattern table does not provide a separate marks allocation for each section. Check the current programme page for any additional instructions.
Pattern J: BSc Clinical Psychology (Recognised by RCI)
This programme has a separate official pattern link. Do not automatically apply the standard BSc Psychology pattern to BSc Clinical Psychology.
Open the course-specific pattern linked through the official 2027 entrance-test pattern PDF and follow those instructions.
4. CHRIST University Campuses and Undergraduate Programmes
The programme offered, its exact title and the selection route can differ by campus. A course appearing in the university’s overall programme list may not be available at every location.
The 2027 campus-wise selection documents include the following broad programme groupings.
Bengaluru Central Campus
Listed Entrance Test programmes include selected courses in:
- Communication, media and journalism
- BBA and Bachelor of Hotel Management
- BCom and listed commerce specialisations
- BSc Accountancy and Analytics
- BCA, Data Science and selected economics programmes
- BA LLB (Honours) and BBA LLB (Honours)
The campus also lists Non-ET programmes in selected humanities, social sciences, sciences and integrated teacher education routes. Certain music, theatre and performing arts courses have audition requirements.
Bengaluru Kengeri Campus
Listed ET programmes include BBA routes, BSc Psychology and BTech specialisations such as Computer Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Cyber Security, Data Science, Robotics and Mechatronics, and other engineering disciplines.
The campus list also includes an Indo-German first-year BTech credit-transfer programme. Check the current programme page for its exact entry requirements.
Bengaluru Bannerghatta Road (BGR/BRC) Campus
The published list includes selected programmes in English and humanities, liberal arts, political science, BBA specialisations, economics and psychology.
Bengaluru Yeshwanthpur Campus
Listed programmes include selected courses in communication and media, economics, BBA, BCA, BCom, commerce specialisations, psychology and clinical psychology.
Delhi NCR Campus
The campus list includes selected programmes in English and creative writing, media and psychology, economics, psychology, data science, BBA, commerce, BCA and law.
Pune Lavasa Campus
Listed ET programmes include BBA and Business Analytics, BCA, BCom Financial Analytics, BSc Computer Science and Data Science, BSc Economics and Statistics, and law programmes.
Why campus mapping matters
Before applying, confirm:
- The exact course title and specialisation.
- The campus where the programme is offered.
- The eligibility requirements.
- Whether the programme requires ET or follows a Non-ET selection route.
- Whether SA, MP, PI or an audition is required.
- Whether the course has any separate examination or documentation instructions.
Remember: Non-ET does not mean there is no selection process. Non-ET programmes may still require a Skill Assessment, Micro Presentation, Personal Interview or audition.
5. CHRIST University Entrance Test 2027: Preparation Topics
The following are Media Mentor’s recommended study areas based on the official section names. They are intended to help students organise preparation and should not be treated as an official, exhaustive syllabus.
English
Practise reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar and verbal ability.
Recommended areas include:
- Main idea, inference, author’s tone and supporting details.
- Synonyms, antonyms, idioms and commonly confused words.
- Tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions and subject–verb agreement.
- Sentence correction, sentence completion and para-jumbles.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Build a regular revision routine instead of relying entirely on last-minute preparation.
Recommended areas include Indian polity and Constitution basics, geography, history, governance, economy and business news, science and technology, environment, awards, sports, major appointments and international organisations.
Maintain a current-affairs notebook and revise it regularly.
Reasoning
Practise both verbal and non-verbal reasoning where relevant to your programme.
Recommended areas include:
- Number and letter series.
- Analogies, classification and odd-one-out questions.
- Coding-decoding, directions, ranking and blood relations.
- Arrangements, syllogisms and statements and conclusions.
- Logical puzzles, inference and pattern-based questions.
Mathematics and Quantitative Aptitude
Recommended areas include percentages, ratios, averages, profit and loss, discounts, interest, time and work, speed and distance, algebra, elementary equations, statistics and probability basics.
Engineering applicants should also revise relevant Class 11–12 Mathematics from their qualifying curriculum.
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Practise reading tables, bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts and mixed-data sets.
Work on percentage change, ratios, averages, differences, totals and comparisons. Pay attention to units and calculation accuracy, particularly when solving questions under time pressure.
Fundamental Accounting
Commerce and management applicants should review introductory accounting concepts, including:
- Accounting equations and debit-credit logic.
- Journal entries, ledger posting and trial balance.
- Assets, liabilities, capital, revenue and expenses.
- Basic financial statements.
- Introductory depreciation, inventory and bank reconciliation.
Programme-specific preparation
Media, Journalism, English, Liberal Arts and Political Science: Develop reading comprehension, awareness of media formats and journalism basics, media ethics, literary awareness, argument analysis, democratic institutions and public policy.
Psychology: Review introductory concepts such as behaviour, cognition, emotion, learning, memory, motivation, personality, social behaviour and basic research methods.
Economics and Computer Science: Economics applicants can review demand and supply, markets, inflation, national income, employment and fiscal or monetary policy. Computer Science applicants can revise computer fundamentals, programming logic, algorithms and introductory computing concepts relevant to their prior studies.
Engineering: Revise relevant Class 11–12 Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry concepts, prepare formula sheets and practise numerical questions.
BBA Decision Science: Along with the common sections, practise quantitative aptitude, pattern recognition and structured problem-solving. For design thinking, focus on defining a problem, identifying constraints and explaining a practical solution.
6. What Looks Different in the CHRIST University 2027 Pattern?
The published material shows some programme-listing differences between the publicly available 2026 and 2027 pattern PDFs. However, the official page does not provide a formal year-on-year change log.
The 2027 pattern includes names such as BSc (Psychology, Computer Science), BSc (Media with Computer Science), iMBA and BBA Applied Finance with FinTech in the relevant pattern groups. It also provides a separate link for BSc Clinical Psychology (Recognised by RCI).
These visible differences should not automatically be interpreted as confirmation that a programme has been newly launched or discontinued.
Always verify the current course title, campus, eligibility and selection route through the university’s programme page.
7. Six-Week CHRIST University Entrance Test Preparation Plan
A structured plan can help students cover the major sections while leaving time for timed practice and the later selection stages.
| Week | Preparation focus | Recommended action |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Programme and baseline | Confirm the exact pattern, note section-wise marks and complete diagnostic practice sets. |
| Week 2 | English, GK and current affairs | Practise comprehension and vocabulary; revise static GK and update current affairs. |
| Week 3 | Reasoning and quantitative basics | Alternate reasoning sets with mathematics and data interpretation according to your programme. |
| Week 4 | Programme-specific subject | Focus on psychology, accounting, economics, computer science, media, humanities or science subjects as applicable. |
| Week 5 | Timed practice | Complete mixed timed sets and analyse incorrect answers and guesses. |
| Week 6 | Full-test practice and selection rounds | Attempt full-length mocks, revise weak areas and practise SA, MP and PI responses. |
A practical daily study schedule
Consider using the following study block as a starting point and adapting it to your school timetable and target programme.
- 30 minutes: Current affairs and GK.
- 35 minutes: English or reading comprehension.
- 35 minutes: Reasoning, Mathematics or Data Analysis and Interpretation.
- 30 minutes: Programme-specific subject.
- 20 minutes: Error log, formula revision or vocabulary.
Add timed mixed tests two or three times per week and gradually build up to full-length practice.
How to handle negative marking
Since the published pattern awards one mark for a correct response and deducts 0.25 marks for an incorrect response, accuracy matters.
During mock tests:
- Attempt questions you can solve confidently first.
- Return to questions that need more time.
- Use elimination only when you can justify removing options.
- Review wrong answers and unnecessary guesses after each test.
Track your mistakes by topic. The aim is to improve accuracy and balance across sections, not merely to increase the number of attempted questions.
8. Prepare for SA, MP and PI Alongside the Entrance Test
Do not leave the later selection stages until after the written test.
For Skill Assessment: Practise writing a structured response within 10 minutes. Use a clear opening, two or three relevant points and a conclusion.
For Micro Presentation: Prepare practice topics and speak for 90 seconds each. Record yourself to check clarity, pace, structure and filler words.
For Personal Interview: Prepare answers to questions such as:
- Why do you want to study this course?
- Why have you selected this campus?
- Which subjects or topics interest you most?
- What current issues have you been following?
- What have you learned from a recent project or school activity?
- How does this programme connect with your future goals?
For audition-based courses, check the programme-specific instructions and prepare the required performance material.
9. CHRIST University Application Checklist 2027
Before submitting your application, work through this checklist.
- Confirm the exact course, campus, eligibility and selection route.
- Create your registration ID with accurate personal details.
- Ensure your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- Keep the required Class 10 and Class 11 or Class 12 marks documents ready.
- Upload clear scans of all required documents.
- Prepare the formal photograph according to the current application specifications.
- Check the selected ET date and SA/MP/PI venue carefully.
- Save your application number, payment receipt, admit card and relevant login details.
- Monitor the applicant login regularly for updates.
- Check any course-specific requirements, including NATA documentation for BArch where applicable.
The university states that one registration ID can be used to apply to multiple eligible programmes, subject to eligibility. However, application details should be entered carefully: the official instructions warn that certain submitted details cannot be edited after submission.
The registration fee is non-refundable once the application number is generated. Review your information before proceeding with payment.
10. Official Sources to Check Before Applying
Use the official CHRIST University resources to verify the latest information:
- 2027 UG-PG Selection Process overview.
- Selection Process I important dates.
- 2027 UG application instructions.
- Online application portal.
- Official 2027 Entrance Test Pattern PDF.
- Campus-wise selection-process documents.
- Current undergraduate programme catalogue.
- Course-specific eligibility and selection instructions.
These official resources should be your final reference for deadlines, programme availability, test patterns, eligibility and application requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the CHRIST University Entrance Test 2027?
For Selection Process I, the published online Entrance Test date is 5 December 2026. The admit card is scheduled for release on 3 December 2026 at 11:00 PM. Check your applicant login for your assigned details and any updates.
What is the total marks for the CHRIST University Entrance Test?
The programme patterns covered in the 2027 entrance-test PDF generally show a total of 120 marks. The section-wise distribution varies by programme, and BSc Clinical Psychology (Recognised by RCI) has a separate pattern link.
Is there negative marking in the CHRIST University Entrance Test 2027?
Yes. The published pattern states +1 for a correct response, −0.25 for an incorrect response and zero marks for an unattempted question.
Does every CHRIST University course require an Entrance Test?
No. The university’s selection documents list ET and Non-ET programmes. Non-ET programmes can still require SA, MP, PI or an audition, depending on the course.
Does CHRIST University publish a complete chapter-wise syllabus?
The main 2027 entrance-test pattern PDF publishes programme-wise sections and marks but does not provide a complete chapter-by-chapter syllabus for most sections. The topic lists in this article are Media Mentor’s recommended preparation areas, not a guaranteed list of examination questions.
How should I prepare for the CHRIST University Entrance Test?
Start with the exact pattern for your target programme. Prioritise sections according to their marks, practise timed questions, revise current affairs and analyse mistakes. Prepare for SA, MP and PI in parallel where those stages apply.
Final Word from Media Mentor
The most effective preparation begins with the exact programme and campus you intend to apply to. Do not rely on an old pattern, generic syllabus or claims about “sure-shot” questions without checking the current official documents.
Understand your section-wise weightage, build accuracy through timed practice, prepare your programme-specific subject and practise the remaining selection stages alongside your entrance-test preparation.
Use this guide to organise your preparation, but treat CHRIST University’s official website, programme pages and applicant login as the final authority for admissions.
Prepared by Pooja Gupta | Media Mentor
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