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UPCET 2023 counselling choice filling process for B.Tech/B.Arch courses round 6 commenced on Oct 5, 2023. Candidates can register for round 6 till Oct 6, 2023 and fill their choices till Oct 8, 2023. UPCET 2023 counselling seat allotment result for round 6 will be declared on Oct 9, 2023. The reporting window will be open from Oct 10 - Oct 11, 2023.
UPCET 2024 exam notifications will be released on the official website, i.e, upcet.nta.nic.in by the NTA authorities. UPCET application process is expected to commence on Jun 2024- Third Week. UPCET exam 2024 is scheduled to begin online on Jul 2024-first week online.
Students must apply for the application once UPCET exam dates are released by the exam authorities along with the official notification. Students will be required to upload documents like passport-size photographs, 10 and 12th marksheets, government-issued id etc during the application process.
UPCET 2023 Counselling
UPCET 2023 counselling round 6 registration process for B.tech and B.Arch courses began on Oct 4, 2023. While the choice filling process commenced on Oct 5, 2023. The last date to register and fill their choices is Oct 6 and Oct 8, 2023, respectively. UPCET 2023 counselling seat allotment result for round 6 will be declared on Oct 9, 2023, on the official website at uptac.admissions.nic.in. Shortlisted candidates must report to the allotted institute by Oct 10 - Oct 11, 2023.
In addition, UPCET counselling 2023 round 3 choice filling process for B.Pharm commenced on Oct 10, 2023, and concludes on Oct 11, 2023. The seat allotment result for round 3 will be declared on Oct 10, 2023. Candidates can find the detailed UPCET counselling 2023 schedule in the article below.
UPCET Counselling 2023 is conducted for applicants who have qualified for the entrance exam and are now seeking admission to the various colleges affiliated with AKTU and MMMUT.
The candidates must understand that the UPCET counselling would constitute three rounds. The top scorers will be invited for the first round. The process will proceed further as per the merit and the preferences made by the candidates.
About UPCET
The Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test (UPCET) exam has replaced the previously held Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination (UPSEE). Through this exam, the candidates will be able to enrol on various professional courses offered by various institutions affiliated with the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Madan Mohan Malviya University of Technology (MMMUT), and other UP State Universities.
Some of the important highlights related to the UPCET 2024 exam are given below.
| Particulars | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPCET |
| Full Form | Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test |
| Exam Level | State |
| Conducted Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Exam Duration | Exam for admission to B. Pharm-Three hours Exam for admission to other courses-Two hours |
| Official Website | upcet.nta.nic.in |
| Helpdesk | 011-40759000 |
Courses offered through UPCET 2024
Just like UPSEE, UPCET will not be held for admission to B.Tech courses either. Admission to B.Tech program will be granted on the basis of the candidate’s JEE Main scores. The list of all the UG, PG, Lateral Entry and Integrated courses offered through UPCET 2024 is given below:
| Level | Course | Duration | University |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG | B.Pharma | 4 years | AKTU, MMMUT, other state universities |
| UG | BBA | 3 years | MMMUT |
| UG | B.Des | 4 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| UG | BHMCT | 4 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| UG | BFA | 4 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| UG | BFAD | 4 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| UG | B.Voc | 3 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| Integrated | MCA | 5 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| Integrated | MBA | 5 years | AKTU and other state universities |
| PG | MCA | 2 years | AKTU, MMMUT, other state universities |
| PG | MBA | 2 years | MMMUT |
| PG | M.Sc (Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics) | 2 years | MMMUT |
| Lateral Entry (LE) | B.Pharm | AKTU and other state universities |
UPCET 2024 Exam Date
The notification for UPCET 2024 will be released by NTA. Candidates can refer to these tentative based on historical data which will be updated as soon as there’s confirmation from official sources.
| Event | Dates |
| Notification | Jun 2024- Third Week |
| Application Form Start Date | Jun 2024- Third Week |
| Application Form End Date | Jun 2024- Third Week |
| Last Date for Payment of Exam Fee | Jun 2024- Third Week |
| Application Correction Window | Jun 2024- Third Week |
| Admit Card Date | Jun 2024- Fourth Week |
| Exam Date | Jul 2024- First Week |
| Provisional Answer Key Date and Objection Window | Jul 2024- Second Week |
| Result Date | Jul 2024 - Third Week |
| UPCET B.Tech Counselling Registration | Jul 2024 - Fourth Week |
UPCET 2024: Time slots
The slot or shift in which the candidate is expected at the exam centre can be found mentioned on the UPCET hall ticket. These are tentative based on historical data and will be updated as soon as there’s confirmation from official sources.
| Morning Shift | Afternoon Shift | Evening Shift |
| 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | -- | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
UPCET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Students are required to meet some specific requirements before applying for the exam. The eligibility criteria for various courses offered through UPCET 2024 are discussed below:
General Eligibility Criteria for UPCET 2024
Candidates who will be appearing in the qualifying examination in the current academic year are eligible to apply for UPCET 2024.
- Nationality: Indian nationals, NRIs, FNs and PIOs are eligible to apply.
- Age Limit: The conducting authorities have not set any age limit for candidates to appear for UPCET.
Domicile-Specific Eligibility Criteria for UPCET 2024
Students are required to present specific domcile certificate and upload it during the application process. The domcile specific eligibility criteria is mentioned below.
- The candidate must be able to produce a domicile certificate of Uttar Pradesh. Along with that, they should also have passed the qualifying examination from Uttar Pradesh.
- If the candidate has passed the qualifying examination from a state other than UP, he/she must attach the domicile certificate of his/her parents to the UPCET application form.
- At some Private colleges affiliated with AKTU, 10% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to a state other than Uttar Pradesh. They can opt for Architecture or Technology courses.
Course-wise Eligibility Criteria for UPCET 2024
The course-wise eligibility criteria for UPCET 2024 is tabulated below:
| Course | Criteria | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| BHMCT/BFA/BFAD | Qualifying Exam | It is mandatory for applicants to have a qualified 12th class board examination from any discipline, from UP board or its equivalent. |
| Minimum Marks Required | ● General: 45%● Reserved Categories: 40% | |
| B.Pharm | Qualifying Exam | Candidates should have qualified for their class 12th board exams from UP Board or its equivalent. |
| Minimum Marks Required | ● General: 45%● Reserved Categories: 40% | |
| Subjects | ● Compulsory Subjects: Physics and Chemistry● Optional Subjects: One from Mathematics, Biology, Biotechnology, or any other Technical-Vocational subject | |
| B.Arch | Qualifying Exam | It is mandatory for applicants to have a qualified 12th class board examination from UP board or its equivalent. |
| Minimum Marks Required | The applicant should have secured at least 50% marks in aggregate, to apply for the B.Arch program offered through UPCET. | |
| Subjects | ● Compulsory Subjects: Physics and Mathematics● Optional Subjects: Chemistry/ Biology/ Computer Science/ Drawing/ Engineering/ any Technical-Vocational subject | |
| MCA | Qualifying Exam | The candidate must have done a Bachelors's course of 3 years (or equivalent) from a recognized university in India. |
| Subjects | Candidates should have studied Mathematics as a compulsory subject in class XII. | |
| Minimum Marks Required | ● General: 50%● Reserved Categories: 45% | |
| MBA | Qualifying Exam | The candidate must have done a Bachelors's course of 3 years (or equivalent) from a recognized university in India. |
| Minimum Marks Required | ● General: 50%● Reserved Categories: 45% |
UPCET Eligibility Criteria 2024 for Lateral Entry Courses
Candidates can also enrol for Lateral Entry (LE) B.Pharm, and MCA courses through UPCET. The detailed eligibility criteria for the same are discussed below:
B.Pharm:
- The candidate should have studied Mathematics in XII standard.
- It is mandatory for candidates to either be a B.Sc. Graduate or have a 2-3 years Diploma in Pharmacy.
MCA: The conditions for candidates to take admission into the second year of MCA are:
- The candidate must possess a BCA or B.Sc. degree in IT or Computer Applications.
The candidate should have secured a minimum of 50% (45% for reserved categories) in the qualifying examination.
UPCET 2024 Application Process
UPCET application process is expected to commence on Jun 2024- Third Week. Students will have to upload documents like passport size photographs, 10 and 12th marksheets, government issued id etc during the application procedure within the deadlines.
The application process will be online and students will need their roll number & date of birth as login credentials. Students will require to register first before filling up the application form and pay an application fee of INR 1300 within the stipulated timelines.
Read More: UPCET 2024 Application Form
UPCET 2024 Exam Centres
UPCET 2024 will be organized at 57 exam centres across India. It will be conducted in 41 centres in Uttar Pradesh and 8 centres in the other States. Candidates may choose only one exam centre of their choice, according to their convenience and vicinity.
UPCET 2024 Exam Pattern
The question papers of undergraduate courses and MBA (Integrated) and MCA (Integrated) courses will be bi-lingual both in English and Hindi. In case of any ambiguity, the English version shall be considered final. The question papers for post-graduate level exams will be in English only.
UPCET exam pattern consists of objective type multiple choice questions. Students can have a look on the exam pattern given below.
| Particulars | Exam Pattern |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) Mode |
| Pattern of exam | Objective Type comprising Multiple Choice Questions |
UPCET 2024 Admit Card
The UPCET 2024 Admit card will be released on the official website official website i.e, upcet.nta.nic.in by the NTA authorities before the exam. The candidates will not be able to enter the exam hall without a valid admit card. Students will be able to download the admit card of UPCET 2024 entering roll number and date of birth.
Details mentioned on UPCET 2024 Admit Card
Candidates will find the details mentioned below on their admit cards. The candidates must verify that all the details mentioned are accurate, and report to the authorities if any discrepancies are found.
| Candidates Details | Exam Centre Details |
|---|---|
| Roll Number & Application Number | Date of Examination & Timing |
| Candidate's Name | City |
| Date of Birth | Exam Centre |
| Gender | Centre Number |
| Category | Course Applied |
| Address | Paper Applied |
| Phone number | Paper Medium |
| Email address | Photograph |
| Father's Name | Signature of the Candidate |
| - | State Code of Eligibility |
Documents to carry along with UPCET Admit card
The candidates can carry the following documents to the examination. Anything apart from these will not be allowed.
- Admit Card
- Passport-size photo
- Valid government ID like Aadhar Card, Passport, Driver's Licence, Voter ID
- Blue/Black ballpen
Read More: UPCET 2024 Admit Card
UPCET Preparation Tips
UPCET preparation 2024 tips are techniques and strategies that will aid students in acing up their exam preparation. The UPCET preparation consists of solving question banks, mock test papers, sample papers and practice papers. By solving these, students will get an idea of UPCET 2024 exam pattern.
Read More: UPCET Preparation 2024
UPCET Login 2024
UPCET Login 2024 consists the details of the registration, application form, admit card, and result. It allows candidates to check their application process, result, download admit card etc. The UPCET login credentials are candidates roll number and date of birth.
Read More: UPCET Login 2024
UPCET Contact Information
Candidates can contact the given below address for any queries related to the exam or admission process.
Address: Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University Uttar Pradesh
Sec 11, Jankipuram Vistar Yojna, Lucknow – 226 031 (U.P)
E-Mail: uptac[dot]helpdesk[at]aktu[dot]ac[dot]in
E-Mail: registrar[at]aktu[dot]ac[dot]in
Website : https://aktu[dot]ac[dot]in/
Help Desk: 011 4072 9000
FAQs on UPCET
Q: When is the UPCET 2024 nofications releasing?
A: UPCET notifications are expected to be released soon on the official website i.e, upcet.nta.nic.in. The exam authorities NTA will release the notifications on the official website.
Q: When is the NTA UPCET exam application process starting?
A: UPCET application process is expected to be held on Jun 2024 in third week. UPCET exam 2024 is expected to commence on Jul 2024 in first week online.
Q: When will the UPCET admit card be available?
A: UPCET admit card will be available on the official website after its release. The admit card is expected to be released on Jun 2024 in fourth week online/
