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UPCET 2024: Latest Updates and News!
UPCET 2024 PG Application through CUET PG is open now. The exam dates have also been Announced by NTA. Candidates will be able to submit the CUET PG registration form before the deadline, January 24, 2024. CUET PG Application Form
JEE Main 2024 exam for Paper 1 (BE/BTech) will be conducted on 27, 29, 30, 31st January and 1st February 2024. JEE Main 2024 Paper 2A and 2B will be conducted on January 24 (shift 2).Check for More Details on JEE Main 2024
UPCET 2024 exam is scheduled for candidates who are interested in pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Engineering, CSIT, Management, Pharmacy, and other fields. It is important to note that there will be no entrance exam for B.tech admissions. Admission to B.Tech (4 years) programs will be based solely on JEE Main scores, while admission to B.Arch programs will be determined by NATA scores.
This year, NATA will be conducted from April 6, 2024, onwards on all Saturdays and Sundays. The exam authority will commence the NATA registration on March 1, 2024. To participate in the examination, the NATA 2024 application form has to be filled out and submitted. Check NATA 2024
CUET 2024 exam dates are also out. It will be held from May 15 to May 31, 2024. It will be a computer-based test (CBT). National Testing Agency (NTA) will release CUET 2024 application form in first week of February 2024. Students will be able to fill the CUET UG application form 2024 on the CUET 2024 official website- cuet.samarth.ac.in. Check CUET 2024
Successful candidates in this examination will have the opportunity to secure admission in various government and private institutions located throughout the state. In this article, we have provided comprehensive information regarding the latest updates on UPCET Admission 2024 that candidates should be aware of. Candidates have to pay Rs. 20,000 or Rs. 12,000 to confirm their admission. UPTAC Counselling 2023 Round 2 will begin on September 21. Check UPTAC 2023: AKTU Admissions through CUET PG
What is UPCET?
UPCET (formerly known as UPSEE) was a state-level entrance exam conducted by AKTU for admission to various UG and PG courses offered in the field of Engineering, CSIT, Management, Pharmacy, etc. However, UPCET 2023 has been replaced by other national level exams such as JEE Main, NATA and CUET for admission into colleges affiliated with AKTU, MMMUT, and other state universities of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates with valid JEE Main/ CUET/ CUET PG scores are eligible to participate in UPCET 2023 Counselling, now known as UPTAC 2023.
| Course Name | Scores Accepted | Conducting Body | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (excluding Bio-Tech and AG) | JEE Main | NTA | Check Here |
| B.Arch | NATA | COA | Check Here |
| B.Tech (AG) | CUET | NTA | Check Here |
| B.Tech (Bio-Tech) | CUET | NTA | |
| B.Pharmacy | CUET | NTA | |
| BHMCT | CUET | NTA | |
| BFAD | CUET | NTA | |
| BFA | CUET | NTA | |
| B.Tech 2nd year (for Diploma Holders in Engg) | CUET | NTA | |
| B.Tech 2nd year (for BSc Graduates with Maths) | CUET | NTA | |
| B.Pharma 2nd year (for Diploma Holders in Pharmacy) | CUET | NTA | |
| B.Des | CUET | NTA | |
| MCA (Integrated) | CUET | NTA | |
| MBA (Integrated) | CUET | NTA | |
| B.Voc | CUET | NTA | |
| MBA | CUET PG | NTA | Check Here |
| MCA | CUET PG | NTA | |
| M.Tech, MURP, M.Pharm, M.Des, M.Arch | CUET PG | NTA |
UPCET 2023 Exam Date
Since admissions to AKTU and other affiliated colleges are now conducted based on JEE Main, NATA and CUET, instead of UPCET 2023, the section below covers the counselling schedule through UPCET Counselling (UPTAC) -
Through CUET, CUET (PG), NATA, JEE Main:
| Events | Dates 2024 |
|---|---|
| CUET PG 2024 | 11th March to 28th March, 2024 |
| CUET 2024 Entrance exam | 15th May to 31st May 2024 |
| NATA 2024 | April 6, 2024 onwards |
| JEE Main 2024 | Paper 2: January 20, 2024 Paper 1: January 23, 2024 (expected) |
Through CUET PG Application (Open)
| Events | Dates 2024 |
|---|---|
| Online submission of application | 27 December 2023 (Open) |
| Last date to submit application | 24 January, 2024 |
| Last date of fee submission | 24 January, 2024 |
Various National-Level Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam Name | Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2023 Exam Dates | Click Here |
| NATA 2023 Exam Dates | Click Here |
| CUET 2023 Exam Dates | Click Here |
| CUET PG 2023 Exam Dates | Click Here |
UPCET 2023 Exam Highlights
| Exam Name | UPCET (Formerly known as UPSEE ) |
| Full Form | Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | NTA |
| Official website | cuet.samarth.ac.in |
| Exam type | State-level |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Mode of examination | Computer-based test |
UPCET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
UPCET 2023 Eligibility Criteria includes various parameters such as educational qualification, age limit, domicile, nationality, etc.
- Age: There is no age limit for admissions based on UPCET 2023.
- Nationality: Indian nationals are eligible to apply for UPCET 2023 however, foreign nationals/ PIOs are also eligible.
- Domicile: It is not mandatory for candidates to have a domicile of Uttar Pradesh for admissions based on UPCET. However, candidates who do not have a domicile of Uttar Pradesh will only be eligible for admission to 20% of the seats.
- Educational Qualification: The minimum educational qualification required for admissions based on UPCET 2023 varies according to the program.
- B.Pharma/ B.Des/ BHMCT/ B.Voc/ BFA/ BFAD/ MCA (Integrated)/ MBA (Integrated): Candidates must have passed Class 12th or equivalent for admission.
- B.Tech/ B.Pharma (Lateral Entry): Candidates must have passed a valid Diploma or must be a B.Sc graduate.
- MCA/ MBA/ M.Sc./ M.Tech: Candidates must have passed a valid undergraduate degree from a recognized institute.
Check Detailed UPCET 2023 Eligibility Criteria
UPCET 2023 Application Form
Candidates will find the complete details with some key instructions regarding UPCET 2023 Application Form:
- The application form for UPCET 2023 was released on April 6, 2023 through CUET.
- The appearing candidates should confirm their eligibility before applying for the examination.
- The application form must be filled out very carefully. However, a form correction facility will be provided by the authority.
- The application form could be rejected if there are any wrong details. Candidates should fill in the exact details in UPCET 2023 application form as it appears in their 10th mark sheet.
- Candidates can submit the application form till May 22, 2023. No candidates will be allowed to submit after the date.
- Applicants are advised to keep the printout of the application form and fee receipt for future references.
UPCET 2023 Application Fee
Candidates can pay UPCET 2023 application fees through Credit Card, Debit Card, and Net Banking. The application fee for every candidate is given below:
| Category | Centres in India (Each Slot) | Centres outside India (Each Slot) |
|---|---|---|
| General / Un-Reserved | INR 650 | INR 3000 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | INR 600 | INR 3000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / 3rd Gender | INR 550 | INR 3000 |
UPCET 2023 Application Correction
The complete details about the application form correction facility are given below:
- After the final submission of UPCET 2023 application form, the application form correction facility will be available.
- Candidates will be able to rectify their mistakes within the correction period.
- The application form correction facility will be available only for the candidates who have registered for the examination.
- The mistakes should be corrected before the prescribed time scheduled as no correction will be allowed after that date.
- Candidates have to fill out their application form very carefully as the correction facility will be applicable in limited fields only.
UPCET 2023 Admit Card
The most important document of any examination is the admit card. No candidates will be allowed to enter the examination centre without showing the proper admit card. Candidates have to log in to the website to download the admit card.
How to download UPCET Admit Card?
Candidates can download their UPCET 2023 Admit Card by following the below-mentioned steps:
- Go to the UPCET 2023 official website.
- Click on UPCET 2023 admit card.
- A login window will appear.
- Type your UPCET 2023 application number and password to log in and download the admit card.
- A window showing the admit card will appear.
- Click on the download admit card link.
- After downloading the admit card take a printout of the same.
UPCET 2023 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern of UPCET 2023 is given below:
Exam Mode: UPCET 2023 will be conducted online mode.
Type of Questions: Candidates will have Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in UPCET 2023 question paper.
Duration: Candidates will be given 3 hours 15 minutes for Slot I & 3 hours 45 minutes for slot II question paper.
Language: The question paper will be available in 13 languages including Bengali, English, Hindi, Assamese, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Odia, Malayalam, Punjabi, and Urdu.
Marking Scheme: 5 marks will be awarded for every correct answer and 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
| Courses | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks per Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BHMCT, BFA, BFAD, B.Voc, BBA, and MBA (Integrated) | Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude | 25 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Reasoning and Logical Deduction | 25 | 4 | ||
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 25 | 4 | ||
| English Language | 25 | 4 | ||
| B.Des | Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude | 20 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Reasoning and Logical Deduction | 20 | 4 | ||
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 20 | 4 | ||
| English Language | 20 | 4 | ||
| Design | 20 | 4 | ||
| MCA | Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude | 25 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Reasoning and Logical Deduction | 25 | 4 | ||
| Mathematics | 25 | 4 | ||
| Computer Awarness | 25 | 4 | ||
| MCA (Integrated) | Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude | 25 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Reasoning and Logical Deduction | 25 | 4 | ||
| Mathematics/Statistics/Accounts | 50 | 4 | ||
| M.Sc. (Maths/Physics/Chemistry) | Core subject opted (Maths/Physics/Chemistry) | 75 | 4 | 2 hours |
| MBA | Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude | 25 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Reasoning and Logical Deduction | 25 | 4 | ||
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 25 | 4 | ||
| English Language | 25 | 4 | ||
| M. Tech (Mechanical Engineering / Civil Engineering / Computer Science & Engineering / IT / Electronics and Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering) | Core subject opted (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic and Communications/ Computer Science and Engineering/IT) | 75 | 4 | 2 hours |
| B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) | Pharmaceutical Chemistry – I | 50 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry – II | 50 | 4 | ||
| B. Pharm | Physics | 50 | 4 | 3 hours |
| Chemistry | 50 | 4 | ||
| Mathematics/Biology | 50 | 4 | ||
| B.Tech (Lateral Entry for Diploma Holders) | Engineering Aptitude | 100 | 4 | 2 hours |
| B.Tech (Lateral Entry for B.Sc. Graduate) | Mathematics | 50 | 4 | 2 hours |
| Computer Concepts | 50 | 4 |
UPCET 2023 Syllabus
UPCET 2023 Syllabus will be based on the topics and sections from respective qualifying degrees. For undergraduate courses, the UPCET syllabus will be based on topics from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or other valid courses.
For postgraduate courses, UPCET Syllabus will be based on the respective graduation subjects. Check Detailed UPCET 2023 Syllabus
UPCET 2023 Preparation Tips
Candidates should prepare well for UPCET 2023 to bring a good score. Follow the below tips for better UPCET preparation.
- Every candidate must go through the exam pattern and syllabus of UPCET 2023 before starting their preparation.
- Make a proper plan of preparation and strictly follow that.
- Candidates should solve the previous year's question papers and attempt mock tests to accelerate their problem-solving skills Check UPCET 2023 Practice Papers
- Make short notes while studying and revise them daily.
- Candidates must refer to the Arihant Publications, Sahitya Bhawan, etc books for preparation of UPCET 2023.
UPCET 2023 Cutoff
The cutoff for UPCET 2023 will be released in form of opening and closing ranks. Each round of counseling will have separate opening and closing ranks. Check UPCET Cutoff
The table below shows the expected equivalent UPCET 2023 Cutoff based on previous year trends for the marks obtained in UPCET 2023:
| Expected UPCET Marks | Expected UPCET 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 2023 Courses Offered
Admission to B.Tecch courses at AKTU will now be based on JEE Main. The courses offered under UPCET 2023 are mentioned in the table below:
| Degree Level | Courses at AKTU and other State Universities of Uttar Pradesh | Courses at MMMUT |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Courses (Admission to First Year) | 4 year Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma); 4 year Bachelor of Design (B.Des); 4 year Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT); 3 year Bachelor of Vocational courses (B.Voc); 4 year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA); 4 year Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design (BFAD); 5 year Master of Computer Applications (Integrated); 5 year MBA (Integrated) | 3 year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA); 4 year Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma) |
| Lateral Entry (Admission to Second Year) | B.Tech. for Diploma holders; B.Tech. for B.Sc. graduates; B. Pharm. | B.Tech. for Diploma holders; B.Tech. for B.Sc. graduates |
| Post Graduate Courses | 2 year Master of Computer Applications (MCA); 2 year Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 2 year Master of Computer Applications (MCA); 2 year Master of Business Administration (MBA); M.Sc. ( Maths); M.Sc. (Physics); M.Sc. (Chemistry); Twelve M.Tech specializations in 5 Engineering disciplines- Civil Engg., Electronics & Comm. Engg., Mechanical Engg., Computer Sc. & Engg. /Information Technology, Electrical Engg |
UPSEE 2023: B.Tech Admissions
Candidates seeking admission to the undergraduate B.Tech program through UPSEE 2023 will now be taking JEE Main 2023 for admission to the first semester of B.Tech / B.Arch. courses affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow. For admission to B.Tech courses, students need to appear for JEE Main Paper 1 while Paper 2 is for B.Arch and B.Planning courses. Read JEE Main Exam Pattern
Meanwhile, seats for B.Tech Agriculture and B.Tech Biotechnology that are vacant after JEE Main counseling will be filled based on UPCET 2023 scores.
UPCET 2023 Results
UPCET 2023 Result has been released by NTA on the official website. Based on the candidate's performance, a separate merit list will be released by the authority for different courses. Candidates will be able to download UPCET 2023 scorecard and merit rank by submitting their roll number and date of birth. Details mentioned on UPCET 2023 Result will include course applied for, Merit Rank, total marks scored, marks obtained in each subject.
The qualifying marks required to qualify UPCET 2023 are:
| Category | Qualifying Marks/ Percentage |
|---|---|
| General | 25% |
| OBC | 25% |
| SC | 20% |
| ST | 20% |
UPCET 2023 Answer Key
After the conclusion of the exam, NTA releases UPCET 2023 Answer Key that includes the correct answers for each question in the question paper. Candidates are able to use the answer key to calculate their expected scores in the exam before the announcement of the result. Using these scores, candidates can predict their UPCET rank and college. The answer keys are released on the official website at upcet.nta.nic.in.
Students must note that NTA first releases the preliminary UPCET answer key which is open for a challenge in case of objections raised by candidates. To raise objections, candidates need to write an email to NTA mentioning details such as Name, Roll Number, Paper Number, Paper Code, Grievance Question Number, the correct answer along with proof. However, the decision to accept the challenge depends on the exam expert committee. In case the challenge stated is accepted, a changed answer key is issued.
UPCET 2023 Highlights
| Exam Name | UPCET (formerly known as UPSEE) |
| Full-Form | Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test |
| UPCET Conducting Body | NTA |
| Official Website | cuet.samarth.ac.in |
| Exam Type | State-level |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Computer-based Test |
UPCET 2023 Counselling
Candidates who qualify UPCET 2023 are eligible for the counseling process for admission to respective courses. Based on the rank obtained by the candidate in the exam, a merit list will be prepared. Candidates scoring higher marks would be placed higher in the merit list whereas those scoring lower marks would hover at the bottom. Candidates who will feature in the merit list would be called for the document verification process. After the document verification candidates would be allowed to take part in the registration and choice locking process.
UPCET 2023 Counselling would be done based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam as well as the choices locked by the candidate at the time of choice locking process.
| Course | Counselling Based On |
|---|---|
| B. Tech. First Year | JEE Main 2023 Scores |
| B.Des./B. Pharm./BHMCT/BFAD/BFA/B. Voc./ B.Tech(BT)/B.Tech(AG)/MBA(Integrated)/MCA/MCA(Integrated)/M Tech (Integrated) First Year | UPCET 2023 Scores |
| MBA First Year | CMAT/ UPCET 2023 Scores |
| B.Arch First Year | NATA 2023 Scores |
| B. Tech./B.Pharm. Lateral Entry 2nd Year | UPCET 2023 Scores |
UPCET 2023 Reservation
AKTU offered two types of reservations to candidates i.e, Vertical and Horizontal through UPCET. Check reservation of seats under both types given below:
UPCET Vertical Reservation (Category)
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) from UP | 21% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) from UP | 02% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) from UP | 27% |
UPCET Horizontal Reservation (Sub-category available in each category)
| Sub Category | Code | Maximum Percentage of Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters from UP | UPFF | 02% |
| Sons/Daughters of defense personnel of UP either retired (superannuated) or killed/disabled in action or defense personnel posted in UP/ defense personnel domicile of UP & posted outside UP | UPAF | 05% |
| Physically Handicapped/ Disabled from UP | UPHC | 03% |
| Females from UP | UPGL | 20% |
UPCET 2023 Participating Colleges
UPCET 2023 scores will be accepted by various Govt./Govt. aided institutions and private unaided institutions affiliated to Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT), and some other State Universities of Uttar Pradesh. There are about 841 institutions/colleges affiliated with AKTU. Check UPCET 2023 Participating Colleges
UPCET 2023 Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What is UPCET exam?
Ans. UPCET or Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test is a state-level entrance test formerly known as UPSEE. The exam is conducted by NTA for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by affiliated to Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT) and some other State Universities of Uttar Pradesh. UPCET 2023 offers admission to courses such as B.Pharma, B.Des, Integrated MCA, Integrated MBA, B.tech/B.Pharma (Lateral Entry), MCA, MBA, MSc, Mtech, etc.
Ques. In case I have any issues while filling my UPCET 2023 application form, whom should I contact?
Ans. In case of any queries regarding UPCET 2023 online applications, candidates can call the NTA help desk at 011 4075 9000, or can drop an email at the official email- cuet.samarth.ac.in
Ques. What is the application fee for UPCET 2023?
Ans. The application fee for UPCET 2023 differs as per various categories and is tabulated below:
| Category | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| General/ OBC (Males and Transgender) | INR 1300 |
| Females of all category/ SC/ ST | INR 650 |
Ques. The transaction I did to pay the application fee for UPCET 2023 has failed but the amount has been deducted from my account. What should I do?
Ans. If the transaction fails during UPCET 2023 fee payment, candidates will have to pay the exam fee again. The amount deducted in such a case will be refunded to the source account within 5 working days.
Ques. I have not received the amount debited from my account during the failed transaction while filling UPCET 2023 Application Form. Whom should I contact?
Ans. In case, the candidate doesn’t receive the amount within 5 working days, they may send the email on the official mail ID in the following format:
Subject: Failed Transaction
Body:
- Application Number
- Transaction Number
- Date of Birth
- Aadhar Number
Ques. What all details will be available on my UPCET 2023 scorecard?
Ans. The details given below will be printed on UPCET 2023 scorecards:
- Candidate’s name
- Date of Birth
- UPCET rank
- Marks obtained in each section and total in UPCET
- Photograph & Signature
Ques. Can I collect my UPCET 2023 admit card offline mode?
Ans. No, candidates will not receive UPCET 2023 admit cards through any of the offline modes. Admit cards will only be available at the official UPCET website.
Ques. In case, there is an error in my UPCET 2023 admit card, what should I do?
Ans. Candidates, in such cases, must immediately contact the helpdesk. They must not tamper with their UPCET 2023 admit card in any case. Discrepancies must be rectified before the exam.
Ques. I have passed class 12th from a state other than Uttar Pradesh but my parents are domicile of UP. Can I apply for UPCET 2023?
Ans. Yes, you can apply for UPCET 2023 and also they are eligible for reservations if any.
Ques. Can I get the print of UPCET 2023 confirmation page later?
Ans. Yes, candidates can log in with their Registration Number and Password later at UPCET portal. The confirmation page will be available.
Ques. Where should I send the hard copies of the filled-in UPCET 2023 application form?
Ans. UPCET 2023 Application forms will be submitted online only. There is no need to send hard copies.
Ques. Will UPCET 2023 offer admission into B. Tech courses?
Ans. No. From the academic year 2023-24, UPSEE (now called UPCET) will no longer be used for admission into B. Tech courses are offered by colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Instead, students will be admitted based on JEE Main scores.
Ques. Why has UPCET been replaced by JEE Main for getting B.Tech admissions in UP?
Ans. Colleges that previously used UPCET to grant admission to B. Tech or B. Arch courses will now use JEE Main marks for that purpose. This ensures that students from the state no longer have to worry about two different exams, and thus can focus and be more competitive in JEE Main 2023. Many other states already offer admission into their universities through JEE Main, thus this move has been made to let the candidates from UP remain competitive at the national level by not having the burden of an extra exam.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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There are around 257 Engineering colleges in India accepting UPCET which include 227 private and 27 government Engineering colleges.
Candidates interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering, computer science and information technology, management, pharmacy, and other fields can register for the UPCET 2024 exam. It is noteworthy that there won't be an entrance exam for admission to the B.Tech program. JEE Main scores alone will be used to determine admission to four-year B.Tech programs; NATA scores will be used to determine admission to B.Arch programs.
The registration for UPTAC is not yet started. To know more visit the official website of UPTAC
In the UPCET MBA paper there are four sections, Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude, Reasoning and logical deduction, General Knowledge and current affairs, and English Language. Each section will have 25 questions. The total mark is 400 and you must attempt all the questions in 2 hours.
The minimum mark required to register for UPCET MBA is 50% in a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. There is a 5% mark relaxation for reserved category students.
The official date for UPCET 2022 is not yet released. The official dates are expected very soon.
UPCET scores are not considered for admission MBBS or BDS courses. However, UPCET scores are accepted for admission to Pharmacy courses.