What is UPCET 2026?

UPCET 2026 stands for Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test. It is the common admission route for engineering, pharmacy, architecture, management and computer application courses in Uttar Pradesh. Earlier, it was a state-level entrance exam known as UPSEE (Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination) and was conducted by AKTU, and later by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in 2021.

The UPCET written exam has been scrapped. AKTU stopped conducting its own engineering entrance test after 2021. From 2022 onwards, B.Tech admissions in AKTU-affiliated colleges are done on the basis of JEE Main scores. So for UPCET 2026, there is no separate written exam for B.Tech. Only a valid JEE Main 2026 rank is needed.

The admission process is managed through UPTAC, which stands for Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling. AKTU conducts UPTAC counselling every year. More than 800 colleges take part, and over 87,000 B.Tech seats are filled through this process.

For courses other than B.Tech, AKTU uses other national exams. B.Pharm admissions use Class 12 marks and merit, MCA and MBA admissions use CUET PG or NIMCET scores, and B.Arch admissions use NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 scores. UPCET 2026 is best understood as an admission and counselling process, not a single written test.

UPCET 2026 Highlights

Here is a quick summary of the most important UPCET 2026 details. This table gives the conducting body, qualifying exam, counselling name and mode at a glance.

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	UPCET 2026 (Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test)
Former Name	UPSEE (UP State Entrance Examination)
Conducting Body	Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow
Counselling Name	UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling)
Qualifying Exam for B.Tech	JEE Main 2026
Courses Offered	B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Arch, MCA, MBA, M.Tech and more
B.Tech Seats	More than 87,000 seats
Participating Colleges	800+ AKTU-affiliated colleges
Counselling Mode	Online (choice filling and seat allotment)
Registration Fee	INR 1,000 (all categories)
Official Website	uptac.samarth.edu.in

UPCET 2026 Important Dates

The latest update is that UPTAC 2026 Round 1 registration, fee payment and document upload are open from 25 May to 15 June 2026 on uptac.samarth.edu.in. Choice filling starts on 22 June 2026.

• UPTAC Counselling Registration: Registration is open now and will close on 15 June 2026. A valid JEE Main 2026 rank is required to register, and the fee is INR 1,000 for all categories.
• Choice Filling: Online choice filling and locking for Round 1 will run from 22 to 25 June 2026. UPTAC allows unlimited college-branch choices.
• Round 1 Seat Allotment: The first seat allotment result is expected on 27 June 2026. Last year too, the first allotment came within a week of choice locking.

UPCET 2026 Important Dates

The UPCET 2026 admission timeline follows the UPTAC counselling schedule. AKTU has released the tentative schedule for B.Tech admissions. The registration window is currently open.

The table below lists the key UPTAC 2026 dates. Upcoming events are listed first, followed by events that are already over.

Event	Dates 2026
UPTAC Round 1 Registration, Fee Payment and Document Upload	25 May - 15 June 2026 (Open)
Document Verification	28 May - 20 June 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling and Locking	22 June - 25 June 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Result	27 June 2026
Round 1 Seat Confirmation Fee Payment	27 June - 29 June 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment	3 July 2026
Round 3 Seat Allotment	9 July 2026
Round 4 Seat Allotment	11 July 2026
Physical Reporting and Internal Sliding	14 July - 16 July 2026
Internal Sliding Seat Allotment	18 July 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam	January 2026 (Over)
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam	April 2026 (Over)
JEE Main 2026 Result Declaration	April 2026 (Over)

UPTAC registration will not be allowed in later rounds. If the 15 June 2026 deadline is missed, joining the B.Tech counselling in Round 2, 3 or 4 is not possible.

Source: uptac.samarth.edu.in

UPCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Check the UPCET eligibility criteria carefully before registering for UPTAC 2026. The rules are different for each course. For B.Tech, the main requirement is a valid JEE Main 2026 score along with the right subjects in Class 12.

Here are the basic UPCET 2026 eligibility points for B.Tech admission:

• Qualifying Exam: Passed 10+2 from a recognised board like UP Board, CBSE or ICSE.
• Subjects: Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology or a technical vocational subject.
• Minimum Marks: At least 45% marks in the required subjects. For SC and ST candidates, the limit is 40%.
• Entrance Exam: A valid JEE Main 2026 rank is needed for B.Tech admission through UPTAC.
• Age Limit: No upper age limit for B.Tech admission through UPTAC 2026.
• Domicile: Both UP and non-UP candidates can apply, but seat reservation benefits are mainly for UP domicile candidates.

For other courses, the eligibility changes. B.Pharm needs Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics in Class 12. MCA needs a Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics. MBA needs a Bachelor’s degree in any stream. Read the official UPTAC information brochure for the exact rules of the course.

UPTAC 2026 Counselling Process

UPTAC 2026 counselling is the core of the UPCET admission process. Since the written exam is no longer held, this counselling is how a seat is obtained. Registration is live now.

UPTAC 2026 counselling is fully online till the reporting stage. Registration, choice filling and seat allotment are completed from home. The college needs to be visited only for physical reporting after a seat is confirmed.

The UPTAC 2026 counselling has five main rounds and two special rounds. The steps in each round are simple and repeat in the same order:

• Registration: Sign up on uptac.samarth.edu.in using JEE Main 2026 details. Pay the registration fee of INR 1,000.
• Document Upload: Upload scanned documents like marksheets, JEE Main scorecard and category certificate.
• Document Verification: A central committee checks documents online. Every file should be clear to avoid rejection.
• Choice Filling and Locking: Select preferred colleges and branches. Add as many choices as needed, then lock them.
• Seat Allotment: The system allots a seat based on JEE Main rank, choices and seat availability.
• Seat Confirmation: Pay the seat confirmation fee and choose to freeze, float or withdraw.
• Reporting: Report physically to the allotted college with all original documents.

Round 1 registration and document upload are open from 25 May to 15 June 2026. Document verification runs from 28 May to 20 June 2026. Choice filling for Round 1 starts on 22 June 2026 and the first seat allotment is expected on 27 June 2026.

UPTAC counselling is conducted only for AKTU-affiliated colleges. Some state universities like HBTU Kanpur and MMMUT Gorakhpur run their own separate counselling and do not take part in UPTAC.

UPCET 2026 Registration and Application Process

Registration for UPTAC 2026 is done online. The official website is uptac.samarth.edu.in. The registration fee is INR 1,000.

The application process involves signing up with JEE Main 2026 details, paying the fee, and uploading scanned documents. Document verification follows registration. Choice filling and locking for Round 1 begins on 22 June 2026.

UPCET 2026 Registration Process

UPCET 2026 registration is done through the UPTAC portal. Keep documents and JEE Main details ready before starting. The registration deadline is 15 June 2026.

Follow these steps to register for UPTAC 2026:

• Step 1: Visit the official website uptac.samarth.edu.in and click the new registration link.
• Step 2: Enter the JEE Main 2026 application number, roll number and other basic details.
• Step 3: Create a login by setting a password and adding a mobile number and email.
• Step 4: Fill the application form with personal, academic and category details.
• Step 5: Upload a photo, signature and required documents in the correct format.
• Step 6: Pay the registration fee of INR 1,000 through online mode.
• Step 7: Submit the form and download a copy for records.

Fill the form carefully because wrong details can lead to document rejection. After document verification, a candidate becomes eligible for choice filling in Round 1.

UPCET 2026 Exam Pattern

There is no separate UPCET 2026 exam pattern for B.Tech because the written exam is no longer held. Selection is based fully on the JEE Main 2026 score and rank.

The JEE Main pattern decides eligibility for B.Tech counselling. Here is how JEE Main 2026 is structured for engineering aspirants:

Feature	Details
Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Total Questions	75 questions (25 per subject)
Question Type	MCQs and numerical value questions
Total Marks	300 marks
Marking Scheme	+4 for correct, -1 for wrong answer
Exam Duration	3 hours

The old UPSEE exam was also a Computer-Based Test with multiple choice questions in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. For 2026, only JEE Main matters.

UPCET 2026 Syllabus

Since UPCET 2026 admission depends on JEE Main, the syllabus to prepare is the JEE Main syllabus. It is based on the NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 books for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

The main topics for each subject are listed below:

• Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Optics, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Modern Physics and Waves.
• Chemistry: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Chemical Bonding, Equilibrium and Coordination Compounds.
• Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Vectors, Probability and Statistics.

Give equal time to all three subjects. Most questions follow the NCERT pattern, so a strong base in NCERT helps. Solving previous year JEE Main papers is the best way to understand the level of questions.

UPTAC 2026 Seat Allotment and Rounds

UPTAC 2026 seat allotment is based on the JEE Main rank, locked choices and seats available in each college. The process runs across five rounds and two special rounds.

Here is the round-wise UPTAC 2026 schedule. Upcoming rounds are shown first.

Round	Choice Filling / Process	Seat Allotment
Round 1	22 June - 25 June 2026	27 June 2026
Round 2	30 June - 1 July 2026	3 July 2026
Round 3	6 July - 7 July 2026	9 July 2026
Round 4	11 July 2026 (auto-freeze)	11 July 2026
Physical Reporting and Internal Sliding	14 July - 16 July 2026	18 July 2026

After each allotment, a candidate can choose to freeze, float or withdraw. Freezing accepts the seat. Floating keeps the seat but tries for a better one in the next round. After Round 4, AKTU conducts an internal sliding round for candidates who have reported physically. Special rounds are held later to fill vacant seats.

UPCET 2026 Cutoff

The UPCET 2026 cutoff is the closing rank at which admission is offered in a particular college and branch. It is released after every UPTAC round in the form of opening and closing ranks. The cutoff depends on the JEE Main rank, the popularity of the branch and the number of seats.

Top colleges like IET Lucknow close at much lower ranks for Computer Science. Newer or less popular colleges close at higher ranks. The cutoff usually goes up in later rounds as more seats get filled.

Here is a rough idea of the expected closing ranks for popular branches, based on previous year trends:

Expected Closing Ranks for UPCET 2026

The expected closing ranks for Computer Science in top colleges are listed below. These are only estimates for the General category.

College	Branch	Expected Closing Rank (General)
IET Lucknow	Computer Science	Within 10,000
KNIT Sultanpur	Computer Science	Within 25,000
BIET Jhansi	Computer Science	Within 40,000
AKGEC Ghaziabad	Computer Science	Within 60,000
Other AKTU Colleges	Core Branches	Higher ranks accepted

Treat these numbers as a guide only. The official UPCET 2026 cutoff will be published on the official portal after each round of seat allotment.

Documents Required for UPTAC 2026

Keep all documents ready before registering for UPTAC 2026. Document verification is done online, so files must be clear and valid. Any wrong or unclear file can lead to rejection.

The list of documents needed for UPTAC 2026 counselling is:

• JEE Main 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard: Needed to prove rank and eligibility.
• Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate: Used for date of birth proof.
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate: Used for academic eligibility.
• Domicile Certificate: Required for UP state quota benefits.
• Category Certificate: For SC, ST, OBC or EWS candidates.
• Income Certificate: Needed for fee benefits and EWS claims.
• Photo ID Proof: Aadhaar card, voter ID or passport.
• Passport Size Photo and Signature: In the correct size and format.

Carry original documents along with photocopies at the time of physical reporting. The college will check originals before confirming admission.

UPCET 2026 Counselling Fees

UPCET 2026 counselling has two main fees. The registration fee is paid while signing up. The seat confirmation fee is paid only after a seat is allotted.

The fee details for UPTAC 2026 are given below:

Fee Type	General / OBC	SC / ST
Registration Fee	INR 1,000	INR 1,000
Seat Confirmation Fee	INR 20,000	INR 12,000

The registration fee of INR 1,000 is non-refundable. It will not be returned even if choices are not filled or a seat is not obtained. The seat confirmation fee is adjusted later against the college fee, and it is refundable if withdrawal happens in the allowed rounds.

Pay the seat confirmation fee within the given window after allotment. Missing the window will result in the allotted seat being cancelled.

Top Colleges Accepting UPCET Score

More than 800 colleges accept admission through UPCET 2026 counselling. These include government colleges, constituent institutes of AKTU and many private engineering colleges. The best colleges fill up fast, so a good JEE Main rank helps in getting a top branch.

Some top colleges that take part in UPTAC 2026 counselling are listed below:

College	Location
Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)	Lucknow
Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology (BIET)	Jhansi
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology (KNIT)	Sultanpur
Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College (AKGEC)	Ghaziabad
JSS Academy of Technical Education	Noida
Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology	Kanpur

HBTU Kanpur and MMMUT Gorakhpur are also top engineering institutes in Uttar Pradesh. They conduct their own counselling and do not come under UPTAC. Separate applications are needed for a seat there.

UPCET 2026 Preparation Tips

UPCET 2026 admission depends on JEE Main, so preparation should focus on scoring well in JEE Main. A better JEE Main rank gives a better college and branch in UPTAC counselling. Here are some simple tips.

• Stick to NCERT: Most JEE Main questions are based on NCERT. Read Class 11 and 12 books fully before moving to other material.
• Solve Previous Papers: Practising past JEE Main papers helps understand the question pattern and manage time.
• Take Mock Tests: Give regular mock tests to build speed and accuracy. Review mistakes after each test.
• Make a Timetable: Divide the day between Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Give extra time to weak topics.
• Revise Regularly: Keep short notes for formulas and key points. Revise them often to avoid forgetting.

For the counselling stage, prepare documents early and research the colleges. Fill as many choices as possible during choice filling. This increases the chance of getting a seat in a preferred college.

FAQs

UPCET 2026 Exam Status

The UPCET written exam is not being held in 2026. The exam was discontinued after 2021.

B.Tech admissions are now done on the basis of JEE Main 2026 scores through UPTAC counselling.

What is UPTAC 2026 Counselling

UPTAC stands for Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling. It is the official counselling process conducted by AKTU for admission to B.Tech and other courses in AKTU-affiliated colleges.

The registration is open now till 15 June 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date
UPTAC 2026 Round 1 registration, fee payment and document upload close	15 June 2026
Choice filling for Round 1	22 to 25 June 2026
Round 1 seat allotment result	27 June 2026 (expected)

Registration will not be allowed in later rounds. Apply early.

Which Exam is Needed

A valid JEE Main 2026 rank is required for B.Tech admission through UPCET counselling. There is no separate state entrance exam anymore.

Application Fee

The UPTAC 2026 registration fee is INR 1,000 for all categories. This fee is non-refundable even if a seat is not obtained.

Number of Seats

There are more than 87,000 B.Tech seats available across 800+ AKTU-affiliated colleges through UPTAC 2026 counselling.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus one more subject.

• At least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST)
• A valid JEE Main 2026 rank

Institutions Not Under UPTAC

HBTU Kanpur and MMMUT Gorakhpur conduct their own separate counselling. They do not take part in UPTAC.

Candidates must apply to them directly.

Documents Required

The following documents are needed for UPTAC 2026 counselling:

• JEE Main scorecard and admit card
• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• Domicile certificate
• Category certificate
• Income certificate
• Photo ID
• Passport size photo and signature

Age Limit

There is no upper age limit for B.Tech admission through UPCET 2026 counselling. Only the academic and JEE Main rank requirements need to be met.

UPCET 2026 Exam Status

The UPCET written exam is not being held in 2026. The exam was discontinued after 2021. B.Tech admissions are now done on the basis of JEE Main 2026 scores through UPTAC counselling.

What is UPTAC 2026 Counselling?

UPTAC stands for Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling. It is the official counselling process conducted by AKTU for admission to B.Tech and other courses in AKTU-affiliated colleges. The registration is open now till 15 June 2026.

Important Dates for UPTAC 2026

Event	Date
Round 1 registration, fee payment and document upload close	15 June 2026
Round 1 choice filling	22 to 25 June 2026
Round 1 seat allotment result	Expected on 27 June 2026

Registration will not be allowed in later rounds. You should apply early.

Which Exam is Needed for B.Tech Admission?

You need a valid JEE Main 2026 rank for B.Tech admission through UPCET counselling. There is no separate state entrance exam anymore.

Eligibility Criteria

You must have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus one more subject. You need at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) and a valid JEE Main 2026 rank.

There is no upper age limit for B.Tech admission through UPCET 2026 counselling. You only need to meet the academic and JEE Main rank requirements.

Application Fee

The UPTAC 2026 registration fee is INR 1,000 for all categories. This fee is non-refundable even if you do not get a seat.

Number of Seats

There are more than 87,000 B.Tech seats available across 800+ AKTU-affiliated colleges through UPTAC 2026 counselling.

Participating Institutes

HBTU Kanpur and MMMUT Gorakhpur conduct their own separate counselling. They do not take part in UPTAC, so you must apply to them directly.

Documents Required for Counselling

• JEE Main scorecard and admit card
• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• Domicile certificate
• Category certificate
• Income certificate
• Photo ID
• Passport size photo and signature

UPCET 2024 Eligibility Criteria

UPCET exam has been scrapped. Admission to UP colleges will now be given through CUET 2024. Eligibility is defined across different courses and categories for candidates seeking admission to various state universities and colleges in UP.

There is no age limit to apply for CUET 2024. With effect from the academic year 2021-22, admission to B.Tech and B.Arch courses at colleges affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow, and other universities of Uttar Pradesh is based on JEE Main scores.

Students applying for UPCET through CUET will be eligible for admission to BBA, B.Arch., BHMCT, BFAD, BFA, B. Voc, B. Pharm, B. Des., MCA, MBA (Integrated), M.Tech., M.Tech. (Integrated), M.Sc. and Lateral entry to B. Tech/B. Pharm offered at AKTU, MMMUT, and other state universities of Uttar Pradesh.

General Eligibility Criteria

Age

• Candidates up to any age can appear for CUET 2024.
• Candidates who are due to appear for the qualifying examination or have appeared but results are awaited are eligible for admission.
• Candidates whose results are not declared at the time of document verification shall not be considered for admissions.

Domicile

• Candidates who have passed the qualifying examination from any institute in UP or whose parents are domicile of the same state are eligible to appear for UPCET 2024.
• Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying examination outside of UP need to provide the domicile certificate of the parents at the time of verification.

Nationality

• Indian/NRI/FN/PIO candidates can apply for this exam.
• NRI candidates who possess minimum requisite qualifications may get direct admission on 5% seats of total intake in all courses except MBA and MCA.
• NRI candidates who wish to opt for B.Arch. need to appear in the aptitude test.
• Foreign nationals who passed the qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics which is considered equivalent to the (10+2) examination by the Association of Indian Universities will be eligible for admissions.

Eligibility for UG Courses

UPCET Eligibility 2024: AKTU

For admissions to 4 years Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma)

• Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board.
• Candidates need to have Physics and Chemistry along with Mathematics/ Biology as compulsory subjects.
• Candidates need to score at least 55% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 4 years Bachelor of Design (B.Des)

• Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent.
• Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)

• Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent.
• Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 3 year Bachelor of Vocational courses (B.Voc)

• Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent.
• Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

• Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent.
• Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

UPCET Eligibility 2024: AKTU

For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design (BFAD)

• Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent.
• Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 5 year Master of Computer Applications (Integrated)

• Students need to pass BCA/ Bachelor in Computer Science Engineering or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
• Candidates need to secure passing marks in mathematics at the 12th or graduation level.
• Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 5 year MBA (Integrated)

• Candidates need to possess a three-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from any recognized institute in India.
• Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

UPCET Eligibility 2024: MMMUT

For admissions to 3 year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

• Candidates need to pass 10+2 in any discipline.
• Candidates need to score at least 55% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
• Candidates need to have English as a compulsory subject in 10+2.

For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma)

• Candidates need to pass 10+2 with at least 55% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
• Candidates need to have Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology as compulsory subjects.

UPCET Eligibility: Lateral Entry

UPCET Eligibility 2024: AKTU and MMMUT

Since UPCET will not be conducted there is no provision for lateral entry through CUET UG or CUET PG exam. The admission is completely based on marks obtained in the entrance test and the cut off released by the respective institutes.

UPCET (CUET PG) 2024: Eligibility for PG Courses

UPCET Eligibility 2024: AKTU

For admissions to 2 year Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

• Students need to pass BCA/ Bachelor in Computer Science Engineering or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
• Candidates need to secure passing marks in mathematics at the 12th or graduation level.
• Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 2 year Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Students need to possess a 3-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
• Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

UPCET Eligibility 2024: MMMUT

For admissions to 2 year Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

• Students need to possess a 3-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
• Candidates need to secure passing marks in mathematics at the 12th or graduation level.
• Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to 2 year Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Students need to possess a 3-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
• Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories).

For admissions to M.Sc

The eligibility criteria for admissions to M.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) are tabulated below.

Specialization	Qualifying Examination	Compulsory Subject	Minimum Marks
Physics	3 years Bachelors in Science	Physics for 3 years Maths for at least 2 years	50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
Maths	3 years Bachelors in Science	Mathematics for 3 years	50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
Chemistry	3 years Bachelors in Science	Chemistry for 3 years	50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)

For admissions to M.Tech

M.Tech comprises specializations in 5 Engineering disciplines namely, Civil Engg., Electronics & Comm. Engg., Mechanical Engg., Computer Sc. & Engg. /Information Technology, Electrical Engg. The eligibility criteria for the same have been tabulated below for assisting the students.

Department	Specialization	Eligibility
Civil Engineering	Environmental Engineering	B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Civil/ Environmental/ Chemical/ Structural/ Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology and Management. First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured.

Hill Area Dev. Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree inCivil/ Environmental / Structural / Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology And Management.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Structural Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Civil/ Environmental/ Chemical/ Structural/ Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology and Management.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Seismic Design and Earthquake Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Civil/ Environmental/ Chemical/ Structural/ Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology and Management.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Computer Science and Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Computer Science/ Computer Sc. and Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Software Engineering.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Information Technology & Computer Applications

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Information Technology/Computer Science/ Computer Sc. and Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Software Engineering/MCA.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Electrical Engineering  Power Electronics & Drives

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in either Electrical Engineering (EE) or Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EN)
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Control & Instrument. 

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Engineering /Technology in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, and Instrumental Engineering.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Electronics and Comm. Engineering  Digital Systems 

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Comm. Engineering 

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Mechanical Engineering Computer Integrated Manufact. 

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent. Engineering degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Manufacturing / Automobile / Aerospace Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

Energy Technology and Management

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree inMechanical / Production / Industrial /Energy /Chemical /Automobile/ Aerospace Engineering /Space Engineering and Rocketry.
• First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

UPCET 2024 Application Form Status

UPCET 2024 has been discontinued. The exam has been replaced with CUET UG. The registration date for CUET UG is over. The last date to fill the CUET UG application form was April 5.

As per the CUET eligibility criteria by NTA, candidates must qualify the class 12 exam from a recognized board. The application fee is INR 1000 for General candidates, INR 900 for EWS/ OBC categories and INR 600 for SC/ ST/ PwD candidates.

In case of any discrepancy, candidates can make corrections in their application form through the UPCET 2024 (CUET UG) Form Correction window. UPCET (CUET UG) 2024 exam will be conducted from May 15 to May 31, 2024 in hybrid mode.

UPCET 2024 Application Form Highlights

Exam Name	UPCET (formerly known as UPSEE)
Conducting Body	NTA
Mode of Application	Online
Application Available at	cuetug.ntaonline.in
Application Fees	INR 1300-General, OBC, EWS, and INR 650-SC, ST, PwD, Female
Mode of Payment	Online – Debit/ Credit/ Net banking/ Payment Wallets
Documents required for registration	Scanned copy of the photo, full signature, email Id, mobile

UPCET 2024 Application Form Dates

Events	Dates
CUET UG 2024 Application Form Correction Window Open	April 06, 2024
Last Date for CUET UG 2024 Application Form Correction	April 08, 2024 (till 11:50 PM)
CUET UG 2024 Admit Card Issuing Date	Second Week of May 2024
CUET UG 2024 Exam Date	May 15 to May 31, 2024

Documents Required for UPCET 2024 Application Form

Candidates must keep the following documents handy before filling the UPCET 2024 Application Form:

• An active Mobile Number
• A valid Email Address
• Candidate's passport size photograph
• Scanned image of the candidate's full signature
• Qualifying Examination (Class 12/ graduation) details
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Banking details for fee payment

How to Fill UPCET 2024 Application Form

UPCET Application Form (CUET UG) can be filled on the official website, cuetug.ntaonline.in. Candidates have to follow four steps – online registration, filling up the form, uploading a photo and signature, and fee payment.

Step 1: UPCET Registration 2024 (CUET UG)

• Visit the official website – cuetug.ntaonline.in.
• Click on the link for UG/ PG based on your course.
• Read the instructions mentioned and select the declaration to proceed.
• You will be redirected to a new page. Enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, email Id and create your password.
• An application number will be sent to you by SMS and mail.

Step 2: Fill UPCET Application Form 2024

The application form requires personal, academic and contact details. Candidates must fill in all the required fields accurately. Any error in the form can be corrected during the correction window.

Step 3: Upload the Required Documents

Candidates must upload a scanned copy of their photograph and signature in the specified format. The photo and signature must be clear and legible. The file size and dimensions must match the requirements stated on the portal.

Step 4: Pay UPCET Application Fee 2024

The application fee can be paid online through Debit/ Credit/ Net banking/ Payment Wallets. The fee varies by category. Candidates must keep the payment receipt for future reference.

UPCET 2024 Application Form Correction

The correction window for CUET UG 2024 was open from April 06, 2024 to April 08, 2024. Candidates could make corrections in their application form during this period. The last date for correction was April 08, 2024 till 11:50 PM.

UPCET 2024 Application Form for B. Tech

UPCET was previously used for admission to B. Tech and other courses. With the discontinuation of UPCET, admissions are now done through CUET UG. Candidates seeking B. Tech admission must apply through the CUET UG portal.

UPCET 2024 Application Form FAQs

Common questions about the UPCET application form include queries about eligibility, fee payment and document upload. Candidates can refer to the official CUET UG website for detailed answers. The application process is entirely online.

UPCET Application Form 2024: How to Fill

The UPCET application form for 2024 is filled through the official CUET UG website. The exam is conducted for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Uttar Pradesh.

Step 1: Registration

Candidates must first register on the official CUET UG website. The registration requires basic details like name, email ID, and mobile number.

Step 2: Fill the Application Form

After registration, candidates need to log in again using their CUET application number and password. The form requires personal, academic, and contact details.

• Fill in parent's name, gender, Aadhar Card Number, category, and other required details.
• Provide qualification details such as the name of the board, year of passing, and percentage of marks.
• Enter address, locality, city, state, district, and pin code.
• Select the courses to apply for and the preferred exam center.
• Fill the form carefully as the same details will be printed on the UPCET 2024 Admit Card (CUET UG).

Step 3: Upload Required Documents

Candidates must upload scanned images of their passport-size photograph, signature, and disability certificate (if applicable). The prescribed specifications are given below.

Documents	Size	Format
Photograph	10 KB – 200 KB	JPG
Signature	3 KB – 30 KB	JPG
Disability Certificate (as applicable)	50 KB – 300 KB	JPG

Step 4: Pay Application Fee

The UPCET application fee is paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or wallets. The fee varies by category.

Category	Application Fees (in INR)
General	INR 1000
OBC/ EWS	INR 900
Female/ SC/ ST/ PWD	INR 600

UPCET Application Form Correction 2024

The UPCET application form correction window opens for a brief period. Candidates can log in with their application number and password to edit the form.

Some details cannot be changed during correction. These include name, gender, contact/address details, category, education qualification details, and date of birth.

• Correction is allowed in fields like father's name, mother's name, applicant's name, and date of birth.
• Only candidates who have completed all steps of form filling are eligible for correction.
• No additional charges apply for correction. The exam fee may change if the caste category or gender is corrected.

Note: Candidates should download a soft copy of the corrected application form for future reference.

How to Retrieve UPCET Application Number and Password

Candidates should keep their application number and password safe. If forgotten, both can be retrieved from the official website.

Retrieving UPCET Application Number

• Go to the official website of CUET UG.
• Click on the 'Forgot Application Number' tab.
• Enter the candidate's name, father's name, mother's name, date of birth, and security pin.
• Click on the "Get application Number" tab.
• The application number will be displayed on screen and sent to the registered email ID.
• Note it down or take a printout.

Retrieving UPCET Password

• Visit the official website of CUET UG.
• Go to the reset password option.
• Answer the security questions selected during form filling.
• A verification code or link will be sent to the registered mobile number or email ID to reset the password.

UPCET Application Form 2024 FAQs

Ques. What is the process for filling UPCET Application Form 2024?

Ans. Candidates have to visit the official website of CUET UG. The UPCET exam has been scrapped and admission is now given through the CUET UG entrance exam. For postgraduate exams, candidates need to appear for CUET PG. The registration dates for CUET UG and CUET PG are over.

Ques. What are the guidelines for uploading photographs and signatures in the UPCET application form?

Ans. The specifications for photo and signature to be uploaded at the time of registration are given below.

Documents	Size	Dimension	Format
Photograph	10 KB – 200 KB	3.5 cm x 4.5 cm	JPEG
Signature	3 KB – 30 KB	3.5 cm x 1.5 cm	JPEG

Ques. Will UPSEE offer admission into B. Tech courses?

Ans. No. From this year, the UPCET exam will no longer be used for admission into B. Tech courses in Uttar Pradesh. Students will be admitted based on JEE Main 2024 scores.

UPCET 2024 Application Form Correction

No, UPCET 2024 application entries cannot be corrected offline. The correction window will open in online mode only.

UPCET 2024 (CUET UG) form corrections will not be entertained through any offline mode.

Process for Filling UPCET Application Form 2024

Candidates have to visit the official website of CUET UG to fill the application form. UPCET exam has been scrapped and now admission will be given through CUET UG entrance exam.

For the postgraduate exam, candidates need to appear for CUET PG. The registration dates for CUET UG and CUET PG are over.

Guidelines for Uploading Photographs and Signatures

Given below are the specifications for photo and signature to be uploaded at the time of registration:

Document	Size	Dimension	Format
Photograph	10 KB – 200 KB	3.5 cm x 4.5 cm	JPEG
Signature	3 KB – 30 KB	3.5 cm x 1.5 cm	JPEG

Admission into B. Tech Courses

No. From this year, UPCET exam will no longer be used for admission into B. Tech courses in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Instead, students will be admitted based on JEE Main 2024 scores.

UPSEE (UPCET) Exam Pattern 2024: Highlights

UPSEE (UPCET) has been replaced with CUET UG and CUET PG 2024 exams. Candidates appearing for CUET 2024 can take admission to institutes in Uttar Pradesh. The CUET 2024 UG and PG exam pattern is defined by the NTA.

• CUET UG will be held in hybrid mode.
• CUET PG will be conducted in online mode only.
• CUET exam pattern differs for each of the UG and PG programs.
• CUET PG 2024 question paper will include objective-type questions i.e., Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

Particulars	Details
Mode of Examination	Computer-based Test/OMR
Exam Duration	CUET UG: 45 Minutes for domain subject, 60 minutes for General Test
	CUET PG: 105 minutes
Nature of Questions in CUET UG	MCQs/OMR
Number of Questions in CUET PG	75
Marking Scheme	CUET UG: +5 for every correct answer, -1 for incorrect answer
	CUET PG: +4 marks for correct answer, -1 for each wrong answer

UPSEE (UPCET) Exam Pattern 2024

The total number of questions in UPCET (CUET) 2024 varies for each paper depending on the course. The detailed pattern for each course is covered in the section below.

UPSEE (UPCET) Marking Scheme 2024

UPCET (CUET UG) Marking Scheme 2024 is the same for all papers. The following table shows the marking scheme.

Type of Answer	Marks
Correct Answer	+5
Incorrect Answer	-1
Unanswered Question	0

UPCET 2024 Exam Medium

UPCET is now replaced with CUET UG and CUET PG. The medium of the exam will be held as per the norms released by NTA. The medium of CUET PG is English except for Language based subjects.

For CUET UG, the following medium will be followed.

UPCET Exam Pattern 2024

The UPCET exam pattern for 2024 is based on the CUET (Common University Entrance Test) structure. The pattern varies depending on the paper a candidate appears for.

The number of questions in UPCET 2024 ranges from 50 to 60, depending on the paper. For CUET PG, there are 75 questions based on the domain subject.

Section & Subject	Questions Asked	Question to be Answered	Time Duration
Section 1A: Languages	50	40	45 minutes each
Section 1B: Languages	50	40	45 minutes each
Section 2: Domain-specific	50	40	45 minutes each*
Section 3: General Test	60	50	60 minutes

Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for UPCET (CUET) 2024 is uniform across all courses. Candidates get +5 marks for each correct answer.

1 mark is deducted for an incorrect answer. For CUET PG, +4 marks are awarded for a correct answer and 1 mark is deducted for an incorrect one.

Exam Mode

UPCET has been removed, and candidates must follow the CUET exam pattern for UG and PG. CUET UG is conducted in a hybrid mode, while CUET PG is held in online mode.

Negative Marking

Previously, there was no negative marking in the UPCET entrance examination. However, due to its replacement with the CUET exam, there is negative marking in both CUET UG and CUET PG.

The negative marking is -1 mark in both CUET UG and CUET PG.

Language Options and Examination Centres

The language chosen for the exam determines the examination centres available to a candidate. English is available at all examination centres.

Language	Examination Centre
English	All examination centres
English and Hindi	All examination centres
English and Assamese	Examination centres in Assam
English and Bengali	Examination Centres in West Bengal, Tripura, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands
English and Gujarati	Examination Centres in Gujarat, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli
English and Kannada	Examination Centres in Karnataka
English and Malayalam	Examination Centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep
English and Marathi	Examination Centres in Maharashtra
English and Odia	Examination Centres in Odisha
English and Punjabi	Examination Centres in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi/New Delhi (including Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Meerut, Noida/Greater Noida)
English and Tamil	Examination Centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands
English and Telugu	Examination Centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
English and Urdu	All Examination Centres in India

Syllabus

Instead of the UPCET syllabus, candidates need to check the CUET UG and CUET PG syllabus 2024.

Preparation Tips

Candidates should plan their preparation schedule and focus on important topics that carry maximum weight. The following tips can help in scoring well in UPSEE (UPCET) 2024.

• Read the instructions carefully to know any changes in the UPCET Exam Pattern 2024.
• Take mock tests twice a week to check improvement.
• Know your strengths and weaknesses.
• After going through the syllabus once, increase the number of mock tests taken.
• Test series are also available online.

UPCET 2024 Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for UPCET (CUET) 2024 is the same for all courses. Candidates receive +5 marks for each correct answer.

• +5 marks for a correct answer in CUET UG.
• -1 mark for an incorrect answer in CUET UG.
• +4 marks for a correct answer in CUET PG.
• -1 mark for an incorrect answer in CUET PG.

Number of Questions in UPCET 2024

The number of questions in UPCET 2024 depends on the paper a candidate appears for. The count varies from 50 to 60 questions.

For CUET PG, there are 75 questions based on the domain subject.

UPCET 2024 Exam Mode

UPCET has been replaced by the CUET exam pattern for both UG and PG. CUET UG is conducted in a hybrid mode.

CUET PG is held in online mode.

Negative Marking in UPCET 2024

There was no negative marking in the previous UPCET entrance examination. Since UPCET is replaced by CUET, negative marking now applies.

There is a negative marking of -1 mark in both CUET UG and CUET PG.

UPCET 2024 Syllabus

The UPCET syllabus is no longer used. Candidates must check the CUET UG and CUET PG syllabus for 2024 instead.

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: Status and Overview

UPCET has been replaced with CUET UG and CUET PG. The syllabus is provided by NTA on the official website of CUET UG and CUET PG.

There are 3 papers in total for various CUET UG courses, and the syllabus for each differs. All questions asked in the exam will be objective in nature with four options to choose from.

In CUET PG, there are 75 questions based on the domain subjects. There are more than 35 domain subjects, and the syllabus varies from one another.

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: BHMCT/ BFAD/ BFA/ B.Voc/ MBA (Integrated)

This paper consists of 100 questions of 4 marks each. Each section consists of 25 marks.

Topics	Sub-topics
(A) Reasoning & Logical Deduction	Geometrical designs & Identification Selection of related letters / words / numbers / figures Identification of odd thing / item out from a group Completion of numerical series based on the pattern / logic Fill in the blanks of the series based on the numerical pattern and logic of the series Syllogisms (logic based questions), Identification of logic & selection of correct answers based on the logic
(B) Numerical Ability & Scientific Aptitude	Arithmetical questions up to 10th standard Calculation of fraction, percentages, square roots etc. Profit & Loss and Interest calculations Data / Table analysis, Graph & Bar Diagram and Pie Chart analysis Questions related to common use of science (Physics & Chemistry) Health & Nutrition
(C) General Knowledge	Current affairs / Events (Political, Social, Cultural & Economics) Historical events Geography including Tourist Places / Spots Current affairs relating to Business & Trade Countries & Currencies Latest Who's Who? Sports & Games
(D) English Language	Word Meanings Antonyms & Synonyms Meaning of Phrases & Idioms Fill in the blanks Complete / Improvement of the sentences with correct use of Pronouns, Verbs, Adverbs & Adjectives Reading comprehension followed by questions

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: B.Des

Topics

Sub-topics

(A) Reasoning & Logical Deduction

Geometrical designs & Identification Selection of related letters / words / numbers / figures Identification of odd thing / item out from a group Completion of numerical series based on the pattern / logic Fill in the blanks of the series based on the numerical pattern and logic of the series Syllogisms (logic based questions), Identification of logic & selection of correct answers based on the logic

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: B.Des

The UPSEE (UPCET) B.Des exam has five sections. Each section tests a different skill area.

B.Des Exam Sections

Section	Topics Covered
(A) Reasoning and Logical Deduction	Creative thinking and unfamiliar relationships Verbal reasoning and finding patterns Assessment of figures and diagrams Geometrical designs and identification Selection of related letters, words, numbers, and figures Identification of odd items from a group Completion of numerical series Syllogisms and logic-based questions
(B) Numerical Ability and Scientific Aptitude	Arithmetical questions up to 10th standard Calculation of fractions, percentages, square roots Profit and Loss and Interest calculations Data, Table, Graph, Bar Diagram, and Pie Chart analysis Common use of science (Physics and Chemistry) Health and Nutrition
(C) General Knowledge	Current affairs and events (Political, Social, Cultural, Economics) Historical events Geography including tourist places Current affairs relating to Business and Trade Countries and Currencies Latest Who's Who Sports and Games
(D) English Language	Word meanings Antonyms and Synonyms Meaning of Phrases and Idioms Fill in the blanks Sentence improvement with Pronouns, Verbs, Adverbs, Adjectives Reading comprehension
(E) Design	Pictorial and diagrammatic questions on 2D and 3D shapes Spatial relationships and mechanical concepts Detecting concealed properties in ordinary things Attention to details, analysis, reasoning, classifying, inferring Discerning subtle differences in visual properties

UPSEE (UPCET) B.Des Important Topics

1. Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude: Fraction, Percentages, Square roots, Profit and Loss, Interest calculations, Arithmetical questions up to 10th standard
2. Reasoning and Logical Deduction: Designs and Identification, Completion of Numerical Series, Syllogisms, Series based on Numerical Pattern
3. General Knowledge and Current Affairs: Historical Events, Countries and Currencies, Sports and Games, Current Affairs
4. English Language: Word Meanings, Phrases and Idioms, Reading Comprehension, Antonyms and Synonyms
5. Section E - Design: Pictorial and Diagrammatic Questions, Understanding of Shapes and Objects

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: Lateral Entry B.Tech (for Diploma Holders)

The Lateral Entry B.Tech syllabus covers core engineering subjects. It is meant for diploma holders.

1. Engineering Mechanics
2. Engineering Graphics
3. Basic Electrical Engg.
4. Basic Electronics Engg.
5. Elements of computer science
6. Elementary Biology
7. Basic Workshop Practice
8. Physics/Chemistry/Maths of Diploma standard

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: Lateral Entry B.Pharm (for Diploma Holders in Pharmacy)

The Lateral Entry B.Pharm syllabus covers pharmacy subjects. It is for diploma holders in pharmacy.

1. Pharmaceutics-I
2. Pharmaceutical Chemistry - I
3. Pharmacognosy
4. Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology
5. Human Anatomy and Physiology
6. Health Education and Community Pharmacy
7. Pharmaceutics - II
8. Pharmaceutical Chemistry - II
9. Pharmacology and Toxicology
10. Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
11. Drug Store and Business management
12. Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: MCA

The MCA exam has three sections. Each section tests a different subject area.

Section A (Numerical Aptitude)

• Numerical calculation, arithmetic, simple algebra, geometry and trigonometry
• Interpretation of graphs, charts and tables
• Arithmetical questions up to 10th standard
• Calculation of fraction, percentages, square roots
• Profit and Loss and Interest calculations
• Data/Table analysis, Graph and Bar Diagram and Pie Chart analysis
• Questions related to common use of science (Physics and Chemistry)
• Health and Nutrition

Section B (Reasoning and Logical Deduction) Thinking and Decision Making

• Creative thinking, unfamiliar relationships, verbal reasoning
• Finding patterns, trends and assessment of figures and diagrams
• Geometrical designs and identification
• Selection of related letters, words, numbers, and figures
• Identification of odd thing or item out from a group
• Completion of numerical series based on pattern or logic
• Fill in the blanks of series based on numerical pattern and logic
• Syllogisms (logic based questions)
• Identification of logic and selection of correct answers

Section C (Mathematics)

The Mathematics section covers mathematical topics relevant to the MCA course.

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: MCA (Integrated)

Section A (Numerical Aptitude)

This section tests basic numerical and analytical skills. Questions are based on standard school-level mathematics and data interpretation.

• Numerical calculation, arithmetic, simple algebra, geometry and trigonometry, interpretation of graphs, charts and tables.
• Arithmetical questions up to 10th standard.
• Calculation of fraction, percentages, square roots etc.
• Profit & Loss and Interest calculations.
• Data/Table analysis, Graph & Bar Diagram and Pie Chart analysis.
• Questions related to common use of science (Physics & Chemistry).
• Health & Nutrition.

Section B (Reasoning and Logical Deduction) Thinking and Decision Making

This section evaluates reasoning ability and logical thinking. It includes verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions.

• Creative thinking, unfamiliar relationships, verbal reasoning, finding patterns trends and assessment of figures & diagrams.
• Geometrical designs & identification.
• Selection of related letters / words / numbers / figures.
• Identification of odd thing / item out from a group.
• Completion of numerical series based on the pattern / logic.
• Fill in the blanks of the series based on the numerical pattern and logic of the series.
• Syllogisms (logic based questions), identification of logic & selection of correct answers based on the logic.

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: Mathematics

The Mathematics syllabus covers topics from algebra to calculus. The table below lists the main topics and their sub-topics.

Topics	Sub-topics
Modern Algebra	Idempotent law, identities, complementary laws, Demorgan’s theorem, mapping, inverse relation, equivalence relation, Peano's Axiom, definition of rational numbers and integers through equivalence relation.
Algebra	Surds, solution of simultaneous and quadratic equations, arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progression, Binomial theorem for any index, logarithms, exponential and logarithmic series, determinants.
Probability	Definition, dependent and independent events, numerical problems on addition and multiplication of probability, theorems of probability.
Trigonometry	Simple identities, trigonometric equations, properties of triangles, use of mathematical tables, solution of triangles, height and distance, inverse functions, De-Moiver’s theorem.
Coordinate Geometry	Coordinate geometry of the straight lines, pair of straight lines, circle, parabola, ellipse and hyperbola and their properties.
Calculus	Differentiation of function of functions, tangents and normal, simple examples of maxima minima, limits of function, integration of function (by parts, by substitution and by partial fraction), definite integral (application to volumes and surfaces of frustums of sphere, cone and cylinder).
Vectors	Position vector, addition and subtraction of vectors, scalar and vector products and their applications.
Statics and Accounts	(10+2) Syllabus NCERT.

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024: BBA and MBA

Section A (Numerical Aptitude)

This section focuses on numerical ability and data interpretation. The questions are from basic mathematics and general science.

• Set Theory: Concept of sets – Union, Intersection, Cardinality, Elementary counting; permutations and combinations.
• Probability and Statistics: Basic concepts of probability theory, Averages, Dependent and independent events, frequency distributions, measures of central tendencies and dispersions.
• Algebra: Fundamental operations in algebra, expansions, factorization, simultaneous linear / quadratic equations, indices, logarithms, arithmetic, geometric and harmonic progressions, determinants and matrices.
• Coordinate Geometry: Rectangular Cartesian coordinates, distance formulae, equation of a line, and intersection of lines, pair of straight lines, equations of a circle, parabola, ellipse and hyperbola.
• Calculus: Limit of functions, continuous function, differentiation of function, tangents and normals, simple examples of maxima and minima. Integration of functions by parts, by substitution and by partial fraction, definite integrals, applications of definite integrals to areas.
• Vectors: Position vector, addition and subtraction of vectors, scalar and vector products and their applications to simple geometrical problems and mechanics.
• Trigonometry: Simple identities, trigonometric equations, properties of triangles, solution of triangles, heights and distances, general solutions of trigonometric equations.

Section D (Computer Awareness)

This section covers basic computer knowledge and data representation. It is divided into two main areas.

• Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), structure of instructions in CPU, input/output devices, computer memory, and back-up devices.
• Data Representation: Representation of characters, integers and fractions, binary and hexadecimal representations, binary arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, simple arithmetic and two’s complement arithmetic, floating point representation of numbers, Boolean algebra, truth tables, Venn diagrams.

UPCET Syllabus 2024 – Section-wise Topics

The UPCET syllabus is divided into four sections. Each section covers a fixed set of topics.

Section A (Numerical Ability)

• Numerical calculation, arithmetic, simple algebra, geometry and trigonometry, interpretation of graphs, charts and tables.
• Arithmetical questions up to 10th standard.
• Calculation of fraction, percentages, square roots etc.
• Profit & Loss and Interest calculations.
• Data/Table analysis, Graph & Bar Diagram and Pie Chart analysis.
• Questions related to common use of science (Physics & Chemistry).
• Health & Nutrition.

Section B (Reasoning and Logical Deduction)

This section tests thinking and decision-making ability.

• Creative thinking, unfamiliar relationships, verbal reasoning, finding patterns trends and assessment of figures & diagrams.
• Geometrical designs & identification.
• Selection of related letters / words / numbers / figures.
• Identification of odd thing / item out from a group.
• Completion of numerical series based on the pattern / logic.
• Fill in the blanks of the series based on the numerical pattern and logic of the series.
• Syllogisms (logic based questions), identification of logic & selection of correct answers based on the logic.

Section C (General Awareness)

• Knowledge of current affairs and other issues related to trade, industry, economy, sports, culture and science.
• Current affairs / events (Political, Social, Cultural & Economics).
• Historical events.
• Geography including Tourist Places/Spots.
• Current affairs relating to Business & Trade.
• Countries & Currencies.
• Latest Who's Who?
• Sports & Games.

Section D (English Language)

• Grammar, vocabulary, uncommon words, sentence completion, synonyms, antonyms, relationship between words & phrases and comprehension of passages.
• Word meanings.
• Antonyms & synonyms.
• Meaning of phrases & idioms.
• Fill in the blanks.
• Complete / improvement of the sentences with correct use of Pronouns, Verbs, Adverbs & Adjective.
• Reading comprehension followed by questions.

UPCET 2024 Exam Pattern

The UPCET exam is conducted in hybrid mode. It uses OMR sheets or a computer-based test.

Particulars	Details
Mode of the examination	Hybrid Mode (OMR sheet or Computer Based Test)
Number of Slots	Three
Type of questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
CUET UG sections	Section 1 A & B - 33 Language Test Section 2 - 29 Domain Subject Section 3 - General Test
Total number of Questions	Section 1A - 50 Section 1B - 50 Section 2 - 40 or 50 Section 3 - 60
Negative marking	Yes
Marking Scheme	+5 for each correct answer -1 for each incorrect answer
Medium of CUET exam	13 languages - English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu

UPSEE (UPCET) Syllabus 2024 FAQs

Ques. Will there be negative marking in UPSEE (UPCET) 2024 Exam?

Ans. As UPCET has been replaced with CUET, there is negative marking in CUET UG and UCET PG. 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Ques. Is UPSEE (UPCET) exam easier compared to JEE Main?

Ans. UPSEE (UPCET) exam is generally considered to be easier than both JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Candidates unable to qualify for NITs or IITs based on JEE Main/ Advanced scores can appear for this exam. However, the exam has been scrapped now.

Ques. What are the best books for UPSEE (UPCET) exam preparation?

Ans. Best books to crack this exam include Word Power Made Easy for English section, How To Prepare for Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma for Numerical Aptitude, How To Prepare for Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma for Reasoning, and General Knowledge by Arihant for General Knowledge.

Ques. How many questions will be asked in UPCET exam?

Ans. In UPCET the number of questions differs, but as we know the exam will not be conducted and instead students must take CUET UG/CUET PG.

UPCET 2024 Negative Marking

Yes, there is negative marking in the UPCET 2024 exam. One mark is deducted for each wrong answer.

This is because UPCET has been replaced by CUET. The negative marking rule applies to both CUET UG and CUET PG.

UPCET vs JEE Main Difficulty

UPCET is generally considered easier than both JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Candidates who do not qualify for NITs or IITs based on their JEE Main or JEE Advanced scores can appear for this exam.

However, the UPCET exam has now been scrapped.

Best Books for UPCET Preparation

The following books are recommended for UPCET exam preparation:

• Word Power Made Easy for the English section
• How To Prepare for Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma for Numerical Aptitude
• How To Prepare for Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma for Reasoning
• General Knowledge by Arihant for General Knowledge

Number of Questions in UPCET

The number of questions in UPCET differs. The exam will not be conducted, and students must instead take CUET UG or CUET PG.

UPCET 2024 Cutoff Overview

UPCET 2024 cutoff for UG and PG courses will be released by the participating colleges on their respective websites. The cutoff is released in the form of a merit list.

CUET UG 2024 cutoff is expected to be 600+ for universities like DU, BHU, and BBAU. For CUET PG, the cutoff is expected to be 200+ for admission to institutes like DU, JNU, BHU, AMU, BBAU, and others.

B.Tech Cutoff

For B.Tech courses, the cutoff will be released based on the marks obtained in the JEE Main exam. AKTU conducts UPTAC for B.Tech admission and considers factors such as previous year cutoff trends and the number of applicants.

Candidates with valid CUET 2024 scores are eligible for the counselling process to get admission to their preferred courses and institutes.

UPCET 2023 Cutoff

The UPCET 2023 cutoff for various colleges and courses is provided below. This data shows the opening and closing ranks for admission.

College	Course	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)	B.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering)	4000	9000
Institute of Engineering and Technology Lucknow (IET Lucknow)	B.Tech (Electrical Engineering)	5000	10000
Harcourt Butler Technical University Kanpur (HBTU Kanpur)	B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)	6000	11000
Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology Jhansi (BIET Jhansi)	B.Tech (Electronics and Communication Engineering)	7000	12000
Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology Lucknow (MMMUT Lucknow)	B.Tech (Civil Engineering)	8000	13000

Institute-wise UPCET 2023 Cutoff

Institute	UPCET 2023 Cutoff
MMMUT B.Tech	Check Here
AKTU	Available Soon

UPCET 2023 MMMUT Round 1 Cutoff

The Round 1 cutoff for Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT) is given below for different branches and categories.

Computer Science and Engineering

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	6929	67436
BC(GIRL)	54502	71122
BC	46922	59059
BC(PH)	715291	715291
EWS(GIRL)	51903	56564
EWS	47176	53018
EWS(PH)	439568	439568
OPEN(FF)	229466	229466
OPEN GIRL	28000	51404
OPEN (Home State)	12336	46476
OPEN(PH)	205915	302585
SC(GIRL)	158633	204072
SC	66475	173800
ST(GIRL)	387175	387175
ST	145260	251740
BC(AF)	7	18
OPEN(AF)	3	6
SC(AF)	123	132
OPEN (TF)	31705	39434

Electrical Engineering

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	76878	89540
BC(GIRL)	88016	103763
BC	77134	85645
EWS(GIRL)	88803	95143
EWS	77278	82338
OPEN GIRL	74415	86582
OPEN (Home State)	51057	76554
SC(GIRL)	207935	289872
SC	224542	250321
ST	375490	502695
BC(AF)	37	39
OPEN(AF)	26	32
OPEN (TF)	59958	72826

Mechanical Engineering

Cutoff data for Mechanical Engineering is not provided in the source.

Computer Science and Engineering Cutoff Ranks

The opening and closing ranks for Computer Science and Engineering are listed below by category.

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	84553	109993
BC(GIRL)	106826	121345
BC	91192	105574
EWS(GIRL)	109758	112600
EWS	91222	100158
OPEN GIRL	83736	105163
OPEN (Home State)	77328	91009
SC(GIRL)	209059	346751
SC	161386	288505
ST	481283	514406
BC(AF)	52	53
OPEN(AF)	1	34
OPEN (TF)	61438	81729

Civil Engineering Cutoff Ranks

The opening and closing ranks for Civil Engineering are provided in the table below.

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	93463	125577
BC(GIRL)	119619	127761
BC	103936	119131
EWS(GIRL)	110181	117779
EWS	104114	112613
OPEN GIRL	89888	109617
OPEN (Home State)	72414	103869
SC(GIRL)	261875	341840
SC	166113	307773
ST	451915	518658
BC(AF)	57	61
OPEN(AF)	40	49
SC(AF)	144	144
OPEN (TF)	82330	89103

Information Technology Cutoff Ranks

The opening and closing ranks for Information Technology are shown below.

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	68614	73066
BC(GIRL)	72749	76823
BC	59886	63429
EWS(GIRL)	59238	60635
EWS	54185	55225
OPEN GIRL	51633	59233
OPEN (Home State)	34181	53914
OPEN(PH)	373861	373861
SC(GIRL)	210716	227295
SC	170281	187829
ST	253538	253538
BC(AF)	19	19
OPEN(AF)	9	10
SC(AF)	135	135
OPEN (TF)	43240	47222

Electronics & Communication Engineering Cutoff Ranks

The cutoff ranks for Electronics & Communication Engineering are given in the following table.

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN(AF)	14	20
SC(AF)	146	146
OPEN	48268	62469
OPEN(PH)	446732	1015754
SC(GIRL)	229684	259783
SC	168335	217266

Electronics & Communication Engineering (Second List) Cutoff Ranks

Another set of cutoff ranks for Electronics & Communication Engineering is listed below.

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	40465	80905
BC(GIRL)	78295	85850
BC	62478	71772
EWS(GIRL)	73694	75033
EWS	63920	70610
OPEN GIRL	58035	67641
ST(GIRL)	449222	449222
ST	276870	338052
BC(AF)	21	36
EWS(AF)	69	69
OPEN (TF)	47052	57512

Chemical Engineering Cutoff Ranks

The opening and closing ranks for Chemical Engineering are provided below.

UPCET Cutoff 2023

The UPCET 2023 cutoff ranks are listed below by category. These ranks show the opening and closing ranks for admission.

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	92864	121707
BC(GIRL)	111415	124403

Category	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
OPEN (All India)	73222	81282
BC(GIRL)	78790	82760
BC	68392	74599
EWS(GIRL)	73880	73880
EWS	71334	72125
OPEN GIRL	60782	70851
OPEN (Home State)	54354	67653
SC(GIRL)	230495	267542
SC	187936	225761
ST	387243	387243
OPEN(AF)	24	24
OPEN (TF)	49273	57768

UPTAC Cutoff 2022

The UPTAC cutoff for 2022 is available for B.Tech and B.Arch courses. The cutoff is released in four rounds.

Rounds	UPTAC B.Tech Cutoff	UPTAC B.Arch Cutoff
Round 1	Check Here	Check Here
Round 2	Check Here	Check Here
Round 3	Check Here	Check Here
Round 4	Check Here	Check Here

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff 2021

Below are the previous year UPCET (UPSEE) cutoffs for top engineering branches. The table lists the opening and closing ranks for each course.

Course Name	Opening Rank	Closing Rank
Computer Science Engineering	306	127585
Mechanical Engineering	155	127845
Electrical Engineering	412	127407
Electronics Engineering	149	104262
Information Technology	343	127124
Aeronautical Engineering	4377	86747
Civil Engineering	678	127764
Bio-Technology Engineering	21	6402
Chemical Engineering	701	125216
Electronics and Communication Engineering	107	126914

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff 2020

The opening and closing ranks for some top colleges are given below. Candidates can check which engineering branch they may get based on their rank.

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Closing Rank for B.Tech Computer Science Engineering

College Name	Closing Rank
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Kanpur	164
Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow	29
Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology for Handicapped, Kanpur	322
Feroze Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Raibareli	2374
Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jhansi	367
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur	171
JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida	3134
Institute of Engineering and Rural Technology, Allahabad	1034
Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College, Ghaziabad	2874
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida	3396

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Closing Rank for B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

The closing rank data for B.Tech Mechanical Engineering is not provided in the source.

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Closing Rank for B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

The table below lists the closing ranks for B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering under UPCET (UPSEE) counselling.

College Name	Closing Rank
Feroze Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Raibareli	142
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Kanpur	629
Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow	10
Kali Charan Nigam Institute of Technology, Banda	101131
Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jhansi	3024
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur	3229
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Engineering College of Information Technology, Banda	2561
Manyawar Kansi Ram Engineering College of Information Technology, Azamgarh	3078
JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida	96096
BBS College of Engineering and Technology, Allahabad	4216

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Closing Rank for B.Tech Electrical Engineering

The closing ranks for B.Tech Electrical Engineering in UPCET (UPSEE) counselling are given below.

College Name	Closing Rank
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Kanpur	325
Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow	1416
United College of Engineering and Research, Greater Noida	101089
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur	2835
Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jhansi	3484
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Engineering College of Information Technology, Banda	3177
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Engineering College of Information Technology, Bijnor	3345
Prasad Institute of Technology, Jaunpur	3743
JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida	4101
Manyawar Kansi Ram Engineering College of Information Technology, Ambedkar Nagar	4576

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Closing Rank for B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering

The closing ranks for B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering in UPCET (UPSEE) counselling are listed below.

College Name	Closing Rank
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Kanpur	435
Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology for Handicapped, Kanpur	584
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur	3063
Institute of Engineering and Rural Technology, Allahabad	3601
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Faizabad	19171
Azad Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow	28335
Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow	31126

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Closing Ranks for B.Tech Information Technology

The closing ranks for B.Tech Information Technology under UPCET (UPSEE) are provided in the table below.

College Name	Closing Rank

UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff: Qualifying Marks

UPCET 2023 cutoff for the merit of successful candidates is given below. Candidates securing marks equal to or above the minimum qualifying marks will be eligible for UPCET (UPSEE) Counselling.

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General	25%
OBC	25%
SC	20%
ST	25%

UPCET (UPSEE) Closing Ranks for Participating Colleges

The closing ranks for admission to various colleges through UPCET are listed below. These ranks indicate the last rank admitted in a particular college.

College Name	Closing Rank
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Kanpur	486
Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow	980
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur	2300
Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jhansi	2565
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Engineering College of Information Technology, Banda	3187
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Engineering College of Information Technology, Bijnor	3791
Manyawar Kansi Ram Engineering College of Information Technology, Azamgarh	5083
Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College, Ghaziabad	5108
JSS Academy of Technical Education, Noida	9459

UPCET (CUET) 2024 Cutoff FAQs

Who will release UPCET (UPSEE) Cutoff?

UPCET will not be conducted from 2024 onwards.

What are the factors affecting UPCET (CUET) Cutoffs?

Factors affecting UPCET (CUET) Cutoffs are:

• Total number of candidates who appeared for CUET exam
• Difficulty level of exam
• Number of qualified candidates
• Overall performance of qualified candidates
• Number of seats available
• Number of participating colleges

What is the category-wise minimum qualifying marks for UPCET (UPSEE)?

Previously, UPCET had category-wise minimum qualifying marks. But in CUET UG and PG there is no fixed qualifying marks. Candidates have to qualify the cutoff of the institutes they have applied for during the application process.

What all are included in the UPCET (CUET) Cutoff list?

UPCET (CUET) Cutoff list contains opening and closing ranks of candidates from different categories. All candidates whose ranks fall within the bracket mentioned in the cutoff list can participate in UPCET (UPSEE) counselling process.

UPCET Result 2024: Key Information

UPCET (UPSEE) Result 2024 is now linked to CUET UG and PG. Candidates must appear for CUET and check the result on the official CUET website.

CUET UG result will be out by June 30. CUET PG result has been declared by NTA on April 13. Based on the CUET result, candidates will be qualified to participate in the UPCET Counselling process.

Candidates are advised to download the CUET result since it will be required during the admission process. No scorecard will be sent through the mail. Candidates will need to check their result online at upcet.nta.nic.in.

Candidates will also be informed about the results through SMS and email. The CUET Scorecard will be valid only for the academic year 2024.

UPCET Result 2024 Dates

Event	Dates
UPCET (CUET) Exam Date	May 15 to May 31, 2024
Release of Preliminary UPCET (CUET) Answer Key	2nd week of June, 2024
Raising Objections against Preliminary UPCET (CUET) Answer Key	3rd week of June, 2024
UPCET (CUET) Result Declaration	June 30, 2024

How to Check UPCET (CUET) Result?

To check the UPCET Result, candidates can follow the steps given below.

• Step 1: Visit the official website of CUET, cuetug.ntaonline.in
• Step 2: After visiting the official website, click on the tab for "Online Result". This will take you to the page shown below.
• Step 3: Enter Roll No. and Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy) carefully in the fields provided.
• Step 4: After filling the details, click on the 'submit' tab.
• Step 5: The online Score Card for UPCET (CUET) will appear on the screen.
• Step 6: Candidates should download and print two-three copies of the CUET Score Card. The Score Card should be preserved for future use.

UPSEE 2020 Toppers

In B.Tech, Sanyam Saxena from Moradabad secured the first rank. Akash Sinha of Varanasi secured the second place and Jai Kumar Thakur of Prayagraj secured the third place.

All India Rank	Name of Candidates
B.Tech
1	Sanyam Saxena
2	Akash Sinha
3	Jai Kumar Thakur
B.Arch
1	Aayushi Patwari
2	Jaishani Upadhyay
3	Pavini Arora
B.Pharm
1	Riddhi Singhal
2	Dhanraj Rathi
3	Aishwarya Ganesh
MBA
1	Gaurav Govil
2	Shubham Sharma
3	Raman Saxena

Details mentioned on UPCET (CUET) Score Card

The scorecard will contain important information. This includes the marks obtained by the candidates in each section, merit obtained and the rank of the candidates.

Aspirants can also predict their rank by using the UPCET (CUET) Rank Predictor. After a successful download of the UPCET (CUET) scorecard, candidates have to check the details mentioned on it carefully.

The following details will be included in the UPCET (CUET) Result:

Details on the UPCET (CUET) Score Card

The UPCET (CUET) score card contains the candidate's personal and exam details. It is issued after the results are declared.

The following details are printed on the score card:

• Candidate's Name
• Roll Number
• Date of Birth
• Course applied for
• Paper for which the exam is given
• Category
• Sub-category
• UPCET (CUET) Rank/Merit
• Total marks scored
• Marks obtained in UPCET (CUET) in each section
• Photo with signature

Note: If there is any printing mistake, it should be reported immediately to the conducting authorities for the correction of mistakes.

How to Calculate UPCET (CUET) Scores?

Candidates will be awarded four marks for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for unanswered or unattempted answers.

The entrance examination will contain Objective type i.e. Multiple types of questions (MCQs). Candidates have to select only one choice for the correct answer in a given question. Those who mark more than one answer will not be given any marks for that question.

Authorities will keep a record of incorrect answers given by a candidate separately.

UPCET Answer Key

Students can download the provisional UPCET (CUET) Answer Key using the links provided in the section below. The preliminary answer key will be released 3-4 days after the conclusion of UPCET (CUET).

How to download UPCET (CUET) Answer Key?

Candidates can follow the steps given below to check UPCET Answer Key from the official website:

• Visit the official CUET website
• Click on the Answer Key you wish to check
• A PDF format of the answer key will be displayed. Students can download the UPCET Answer Key displayed

Links to Download UPSEE Answer Key

UPSEE 2020 Paper	Download Link for UPSEE Question Paper	Download Link for UPSEE Answer Key
Paper 1	Download	Download
Paper 2	Download	Download
Paper 3	Download	Download
Paper 4	Download	Download
Paper 5	Download	Download
Paper 6	Download	Download
Paper 7	Download	Download
Paper 8	Download	Download

How to Raise Objections against UPCET Answer Key?

According to the details provided by the exam authority, candidates have been granted an opportunity to raise objections to the UPCET (CUET) Provisional Answer Key. Candidates can check the provisional answer key and raise objection from the official website of CUET UG/CUET PG.

UPCET (CUET) Merit List

CUET Merit lists will be prepared by respective colleges, based on the performance of the candidates in the entrance examination. The merit lists are expected to be out soon (after the declaration of results).

Only those applicants whose names are present in the merit list will be allowed to participate in the CUET counselling session of the admission procedure.

Features of UPSEE (CUET) Merit List:

• Names of the selected candidates for the counselling session will be listed in the released UPCET Merit List.
• Ranks of the candidates will also be mentioned on the merit list.
• Ranks obtained by candidates will be based on their secured scores in the entrance examination and their fulfilment of eligibility criteria.
• For each category, a separate merit list will be prepared.
• The merit list will be available online on the official website and will be prepared and released by the admission committee of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University.

Inter-se-merit Rule (Tie-Break)

The higher the marks obtained by the candidate, the lower will be the rank in the merit list. In case two or more candidates get the same marks in UPCET (UPSEE) Score Card, the following guidelines will be followed:

1. Firstly, the number of incorrect answers given. A candidate giving a lesser number of incorrect answers will be placed at higher merit.
2. Secondly,
3. Thirdly, by the application number, the lowest application number will be placed at higher in the merit.

UPCET Cut off

The cut off for UPCET is the minimum score required for admission. The cut off details are provided separately.

UPCET Cut Off

UPCET cut off is the minimum marks a candidate must score to get admission in courses offered by colleges in UP. The cut off percentage is set by the UP Government.

• For General category students, the cut-off percentage is 25%.
• For SC/ST category students, the cut-off percentage is 20%.

Cut off lists are mainly prepared for engineering courses. The number of applicants for engineering seats is higher than the total seats available. Only candidates who meet the cut off will be eligible for the UPCET counselling process for engineering courses.

Expected Cut off for UPCET (UPSEE)

The table below shows the expected cut off ranks based on marks scored in the exam.

Rank Range (Marks)	Expected Cut off Rank
Above 500	1 – 600
475 - 499	601 – 1050
400 - 474	1051 – 7050
350 - 399	7051 – 16000
300 - 349	16001 – 25000
250 - 299	25001 – 30000
120 - 199	30001 -90000
Below 120	Above 90000

UPCET Result (CUET) 2024 FAQs

When will NTA declare UPCET Result?

UPCET has been scrapped. Students now need to take the CUET exam. NTA will declare the CUET result by June 30, 2024.

Candidates can check their results by entering their application number, date of birth, and password.

Will I be eligible for admissions if I do not score the minimum qualifying scores in UPCET?

No. To be eligible for admissions based on UPCET (CUET) scores, a candidate must score a minimum of 500+ marks in the CUET UG entrance exam.

Where to check UPCET Results?

To check UPCET Results, follow these steps:

• Visit the official UPCET (CUET) website.
• Click on the link 'CUET Result'.
• Enter your application number or roll number and DOB, then click on Submit.
• The UPCET (CUET) scorecard will be displayed.

How are the UPCET scores calculated?

For UPCET, marks were calculated using the marking scheme of the exam. For CUET, the score is calculated using the score normalization process.

Will AKTU send UPCET Results separately to the students?

No, AKTU will not send UPCET Results separately. Students can check their results online on the official website.

Will the UPCET Scorecard also depict ranks?

Yes. The UPCET (CUET) scorecard contains personal details, total scores, section-wise scores, and rank.