Which entrance exam is easiest to crack after 12th?

While there's no single "easiest" entrance exam—as difficulty is subjective and depends on your personal strengths, stream, and preparation—some exams are generally considered more accessible or have a higher success rate than others.

The "easiest" exam is the one that best aligns with your aptitude and career goals. Here's a detailed breakdown based on different streams.

For Science Students (PCM & PCB)

Instead of the highly competitive JEE or NEET, which have a very low selection ratio, you might find the following more manageable:

1. State CETs (Common Entrance Tests)

Exams like MHT CET (Maharashtra), KCET (Karnataka), and WBJEE (West Bengal) are often considered easier than their national counterparts.

• Why they're more accessible: The competition is limited to the state level, not all of India. The question patterns are often more straightforward and closely aligned with the state board syllabus, which you are already familiar with. The number of available seats in various state colleges is also quite high.

2. CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

CUET is a strong contender for the most accessible exam for science students not aiming for top-tier engineering or medical seats.

• Why it's more accessible: The difficulty level is strictly based on the Class 12 NCERT syllabus. It offers a wide variety of science courses (B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, etc.) in central and state universities. "Cracking" it means achieving a good percentile for a decent college, which is more attainable than securing a top rank in JEE or NEET.

3. University-Specific Exams

Exams like BITSAT (for BITS Pilani), VITEEE (for VIT), and SRMJEEE (for SRM) are for top private universities. While getting into the main campuses is competitive, they are often considered a different type of challenge—more focused on speed and accuracy over the deep conceptual difficulty of JEE Advanced. For students who are quick thinkers, this format can feel easier.

For Commerce Students

1. CUET (Common University Entrance Test) 

This is the most important entrance exam for commerce students. It's the gateway to top-tier B.Com (Hons), BBA, and B.A. (Economics) programs.

• Why it's more accessible: Like for science, its reliance on the Class 12 syllabus makes it predictable. A student with a strong grasp of Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics can score very well. While getting into a top college like SRCC is extremely tough, securing a spot in another good university through CUET is a very achievable goal.

2. IPMAT / JIPMAT

This is for the 5-year Integrated Program in Management (BBA + MBA) offered by IIMs like Indore and Rohtak.

• Why it might be a good fit: While cracking it is difficult, the competition is numerically far less than in JEE/NEET. The syllabus is aptitude-based (Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning), which might feel "easier" for students who excel in logic and language over core curriculum subjects.

For Arts / Humanities Students

1. CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

CUET is the undisputed primary entrance for arts students, opening doors to the best B.A. programs in the country.

• Why it's more accessible: It allows you to choose subjects you are strong in (e.g., History, Political Science, Sociology). The General Test section, which focuses on aptitude and general knowledge, is also highly scoring for well-read students.

2. NCHMCT JEE (For Hotel Management)

This exam is for admission to the Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs).

• Why it's more accessible: The competition is significantly lower than in mainstream exams. The syllabus is entirely aptitude-based, covering Numerical Ability, Reasoning, English, and General Knowledge, with a focus on service sector awareness. For students with good communication skills and a service-oriented mindset, this exam is one of the easiest to crack for a direct path to a professional degree.

The "easiest" exam is a myth, but the most strategically sound exam for you is one where:

• The syllabus aligns with your strengths (e.g., NCERT-based, aptitude-based).
• The competition is lower (State CETs vs. National exams).
• There is a high number of seats available.

Based on these factors, CUET and State CETs are generally the most accessible and easiest exams to crack for a good undergraduate degree after Class 12.