19/03/2026
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PUP College Entrance Test (PUPCET)
PUP iApply generates your Application Form and ePermit in PDF (Portable Document Format). Most modern browsers and devices can open a PDF file.
IMPORTANT: Online registration and application shall be done strictly by the applicant.
Please prepare the scanned, clear copies of the following items saved as JPEG (.jpg or .jpeg and file size is not more than 300 kilobytes) in your computer, USB or device before applying online:
1. Your 2 x 2-inch colored photo with name tag (read photo guidelines)
2. Your Grade 11 report card showing your complete name, LRN, and GWA for First Semester and GWA for Second Semester
3. Go to the PUP iApply for PUPCET page
https://www.pup.edu.ph/iapply/pupcet
and read the information provided
Click Apply Now. This will take you to PUP iApply
Click Register Here to create your account
Read the service agreement and click the I have read... button then, on the next page, select PUPCET to begin creating an account
Answer the prequalification questions to determine if you qualify for PUPCET, then click Next
Fill up the registration form. Type or select the required information in the form:
Be sure that the information (particularly your name and date of birth) in the application is the same as indicated in your PSA birth certificate
Make sure the e-mail address that you will provide in this application is active and correct. This is the e-mail address you must use in this transaction
Those who have previously applied but did not pursue college studies shall create new e-mail for new application.
Use a very strong password (characters, numbers, capital letters, special characters) and remember it always. You can only have one (1) account per application
NOTE: Any misrepresentations (or giving false/incorrect information) in your online application will automatically invalidate your admission in the University
Click Submit to create your account and sign in again
Upon successful signing in, you will be taken to the PUP iApply Applicant's page where you can have the following options:
Application Form (Here you fill up, update, or complete your application form)
Complete your online application by typing and selecting the required information in the form
Type the characters in the Digital Security Code.
Type your complete name in the Digital Signature
Check the Yes, I have read and understood... box
Finalize Application. If you have finished updating your online application form, click this option to lock the form and submit your application for evaluation by the University Admission and Registration Services
Print ePermit. If your online application form is finalized, click this option to download your system-generated ePermit and print. This printed ePermit shall be presented on your scheduled examination date. Please allow six to twenty (6-20) working days after finalizing your application to download and print your ePermit.
You might encounter the following messages from the system:
Application Successful. If you see this message, you may download your system-generated ePermit. Click Save or Open when your browser asks you. This will download your ePermit that you will print in color.
Your photo or document was disapproved. If you see this message, the photo or report card you uploaded did not meet the required format:
Click the link provided. This will take you to the Upload page.
Choose a new photo or report card with the correct format and click the Submit button. This will upload your new photo/report card to the system, which will be reviewed by an Admission Officer.
Due to large number of applications, again, please allow six to twenty (6-20) working days for photo/document validation. Then sign-in to your account to check whether your application is approved.Once approved, proceed to downloading and printing of ePermit.
Note: To avoid inconvenience and further delays, please upload a clear scanned copy of your photo or report card in the correct format.
Check PUPCET Results. This link will appear only during official release of test results. Please regularly check announcement in PUP website on PUPCET results.
New Change Password. Use a very strong password (characters, numbers, capital letters, special characters) and remember it always.
Sign out. Always sign out from the PUP iApply after using it for security purpose. Use your email address and password to sign in to your account again.
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
