UPTAC Counselling Dates 2026 (REVISED): Check New BTech Schedule Here
Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling 2026 ( UPTAC )
UPTAC Counselling 2026 Online Choice Locking (last option to change the choices, the choices filled will also be treated for further rounds including internal sliding) - Round 3
27 Jul '26 - 28 Jul '26
UPTAC Counselling Dates 2026: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) is conducting the UPTAC counselling based on JEE Main ranks for admission to various first-year and second-year UG courses offered by all institutions affiliated to/constituent of AKTU and other state universities.
The revised BTech counselling dates are out and have been updated below on this page. The round 2 allotment is out, and the third round allotment will be out on July 30. There will be four main rounds, 1 internal sliding round and 2 special rounds this year.
UPTAC counselling consists of seat allotment, willingness submission, and seat confirmation fee payment. Registration, document upload and verification, and choice filling occur once before round one. Check below the detailed schedule for registration, verification, choice filling, and seat allotment, along with important deadlines.
- UPTAC Counselling 2026 Dates & Schedule
- UPTAC 2026 Seat Allotment Date
- UPTAC Counselling Choice Filling and Locking Dates 2026
- UPTAC 2026 Seat Confirmation Date
- UPTAC 2026 Counselling Dates for Document Upload and Verification
- UPTAC Counselling 2026 Registration Date
- UPTAC Counselling Dates FAQs
UPTAC Counselling 2026 Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of UPTAC 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 27 Jul ' 26 - 28 Jul ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Online Choice Locking (last option to change the choices, the choices filled will also be treated for further rounds including internal sliding) - Round 3 ONGOING |
| 25 Jul ' 26 - 28 Jul ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Online Willingness (Freeze/Float) - Round 2 ONGOING |
| 30 Jul ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Seat Allotment (For JEE Candidates Only) - Round 3 |
| 31 Jul ' 26 - 01 Aug ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Online Withdrawal - Round 3 |
| 31 Jul ' 26 - 01 Aug ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Payment of Seat Confirmation - Round 3 |
| 03 Aug ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Seat Allotment (auto freeze for all candidates)- Round 4 |
| 04 Aug ' 26 - 07 Aug ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Online willingness for internal sliding - Round 5 |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 25 Jul ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Seat Allotment (For JEE Candidates Only) - Round 2 |
| 25 Jul ' 26 - 26 Jul ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Payment of Seat Confirmation (For JEE Candidates Only) - Round 2 |
| 25 Jul ' 26 - 26 Jul ' 26 | UPTAC Counselling 2026 Online Withdrawal - Round 2 |
UPTAC 2026 Seat Allotment Date
After the UPTAC choice filling process is over, the UPTAC 2026 seat allotment process is done based on merit and the JEE Main ranks of the candidates. The seat allotment dates vary based on each counselling round. The UPTAC seat allotment result is made available under the respective login of the candidates on the website - uptac.admissions.nic.in.
After a seat is assigned, candidates can view their allotment by logging into their portal. Candidates must then choose to either freeze (accept) or float (keep for a better option) the seat by paying the acceptance fee. Once paid, the status will update to show the chosen preference for the upcoming counselling rounds.
Commonly asked questions
The candidates who become eligible for UPTAC counselling round 2 are:
- Such candidates who have registered and deposited the registration fee but have not filled any option in the first phase.
- Such candidates will not be allowed to fill in new options or modify options. The previously allotted seat (institute, course and discipline) will remain the same and can be upgraded to their allotted category as per the rules.
- Such candidates will be allowed to modify their options. The seat allotted prviously will stay. They will be considered eligible for seat upgrades. If the candidate does not make any changes in the options, then the options of Phase-1 will be considered final for Phase-2.
- Candidates who have registered, paid registration fees and filled options but have not been allotted any seat in the previous phase will be allowed to modify their options. If no changes are made to the options filled earlier by the candidate, then the options of Phase-1 will be considered as the final options for Phase-2.
UPTAC Counselling Choice Filling and Locking Dates 2026
The UPTAC choice filling process means filling in the preferences of colleges and courses by the candidates where they want to get admission. To participate in choice filling, candidates must log in to the UPTAC portal using their JEE Main credentials. They are permitted to list an unlimited number of college and branch combinations based on their eligibility and rank. Because the system assigns seats automatically based on merit and the order of these preferences, applicants must carefully prioritise their selections.
Commonly asked questions
The UPTAC counselling eligibility criteria for BTech & M.Tech (Integrated) course is:
Passed 10+2 examination and obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the subjects taken together.
OR
Passed D.Voc stream in the same or allied sector.
Yes. Candidates filling the Online UPTAC Application Form are required to upload scanned images of his/her the latest color photograph and signature. Application forms having blurred photographs are liable to be rejected. Therefore candidates must be careful while uploading the scaneed images of their photo and signature in the UPTAC 2025 registration form.
UPTAC 2026 Seat Confirmation Date
After the allotment of seats in the UPTAC counselling process, candidates have to freeze of float their allotted seat. The meaning of freeze and float is given below:
- Freeze: A candidate who chooses to "freeze" accepts the seat and does not want to participate in further rounds of seat allotment. In case of 'freeze' of the allotted seat, the candidate will not be included in the next stages of counselling for the upgradation of the seat, but the category of their allotted seat can be upgraded/changed in the next stage.
- Float: A candidate who chooses to "float" keeps their allocated seat but remains eligible for further rounds of counselling. Candidates who choose the "float" option are considered for upgradation.
Candidates who do not accept the seat, i.e. do not pay the seat acceptance fee, will be disqualified from counselling and will not be allowed to participate in any further stage of the counselling process.
Commonly asked questions
After every round of counselling, the AKTU releases the UPTAC counselling cutoff. UPTAC counselling cutoff 2026 is released in the form of opening and closing ranks. The exam authority releases the UPTAC cutoff separately for all the courses and categories. Candidates do not require any login credentials to check UPTAC cutoff. However, candidates must fill in details like round, institute and category to check the UPTAC counselling cutoff 2026.
The following candidates are not eligible for UPTAC counselling round 2:
- Candidates who have been allotted seats (Freeze/Float) but have not paid the seat acceptance fee in the first stage.
- Candidates found ineligible after online document verification.
UPTAC 2026 Counselling Dates for Document Upload and Verification
The following documents must be uploaded after UPTAC counselling registration:
- Academic documents: Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and passing certificates, relevant entrance exam admit card and scorecard, and transfer certificate or migration certificate
- Identification: Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport
- Category certificates: If applicable, for reserved category candidates (OBC/SC/ST)
- Domicile certificate: For Uttar Pradesh students
- Subcategory certificates: If applicable, for freedom fighters, the physically handicapped, or the armed forces
- Medical certificate: Medical fitness certificate
- Income certificate: If applicable, for candidates seeking fee concessions
- Character certificate: Character certificate
- Recent photographs: Recent passport-sized photographs
Responding to document verification queries: UPTAC counselling document verification is conducted online. Candidates have to upload their responses to queries from authorities regarding the documents if needed. Once resolved, candidates can proceed to the UPTAC counselling choice filling process.
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Commonly asked questions
No. Candidates DO NOT need to send “Confirmation Page” printed after completion and submission of online UPTAC application form to the University. However, the candidate should keep the printout of the Confirmation page for record. Candidates are also advised to note down the Application Form Number for any future correspondence.
If any document/declaration submitted in UPTAC counselling is found invalid or false at any stage, then admission of the candidate will be cancelled. They may also be liable for legal procedures. In case of any legal dispute, the jurisdiction will be limited to Lucknow courts only.
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UPTAC Counselling 2026 Registration Date
The UPTAC counselling application form can be accessed at uptac.samarth.edu.in. The UPTAC 2026 counselling registration process starts with registration with JEE Main 2026 application number (or applicable entrance exam application number), name, mother's name, date of birth and gender. They then have to enter their personal and entrance exam details, ensuring all information is accurate since no corrections are allowed after submission. After uploading a scanned photo, signature, and required documents, the candidate must pay the fee online via card or net banking to complete the process.
Commonly asked questions
The last date to apply for UPTAC 2026 counselling was June 30.
The followig candidates are not eligible for round 3 of UPTAC counselling:
- Candidates who have not deposited seat acceptance/confirmation fees in the first and second phases.
- Candidates who have withdrawn in previous stages.
- Such candidates who are found ineligible after online certificate/record verification.
The following candidates are not eligible for round 4 of UPTAC counselling:
- Candidates who have not paid the seat acceptance fee in stages 1 or 2 or 3.
- Such candidates who have withdrawn in the previous stage.
- Such candidates who are found ineligible after online certificate/record verification.
UPTAC Counselling Dates FAQs
Check UPTAC counselling dates related FAQs below.
The UPTAC 2026 counselling dates are available at uptac.samarth.edu.in.
To claim the advantage of reserved categories, sub-categories, rural weightage etc. candidate is required to fill/select appropriate field in the Application Form. These certificates, in original, will have to be produced at the time of physical reporting at the Institute where seat has been allotted, along with one self-attested copy of each one of them.
Some important documents that are needed are as follows:
- Academic documents: Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and passing certificates, relevant entrance exam admit card and scorecard, and transfer certificate or migration certificate
- Identification: Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport
- Category certificates: If applicable, for reserved category candidates (OBC/SC/ST)
- Domicile certificate: For Uttar Pradesh students
- Subcategory certificates: If applicable, for freedom fighters, physically handicapped, or armed forces
- Medical certificate: Medical fitness certificate
- Income certificate: If applicable, for candidates seeking fee concessions
- Character certificate: Character certificate
The participating institutes of UPTAC counselling are:
Universities & Institutions taking Admission through UPTAC 2026
- Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (All Institutions Affiliated/Constituent)
Other State Universities likely to Participate in UPTAC 2026
- Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya - Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Ambedkarnagar
- Bundelkhand University, Jhansi
- C.S.A. University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur - Baba Shaheb (Dr.) B R Ambedkar College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Etawah
- Ch. Charan Singh University Campus Meerut - Sir Chotu Ram Institue of Engineering and Technology, Meerut
- D. U. Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur
- Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra
- Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya
- Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, Lucknow
- Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, Lucknow
- Lucknow University, Lucknow
- M. J. P. Ruhelkhand University, Bareilly
- Maharaja Suhel Dev State University Azamgarh.
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut
- Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University, Jaunpur
To be eligible for admission to BArch course via UPTAC counselling, candidates must have passed class 12 or equivalent examination and obtained at least 50 percent marks in total in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics and also at least 50 percent marks in class 12 examination.
or
Passed 10+3 Diploma and obtained at least 50 percent marks in total.
UPTAC Exam
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
The UPTAC BArch counselling registration started on July 6 and the last date to register is July 20. Candidates can check more details from Shiksha portal or the UPTAC official website.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
If you wish to participate in the counselling and take admission in engineering colleges in UP, you have to fill choices of colleges and courses. The seats will be allotted only if you complete choice filling.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
With your rank, you have chances in:
- IET Lucknow or BIET Jhansi
- Lower-tier NITs/IIITs or newer GFTIs in CSAB
- Good core/circuital branches in Amrita University's counselling
V
Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The UPTAC counselling round 2 choice filling started on July 21.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
Yes, UPTAC counselling required for BTech admission at Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology. The final selection is based on JEE Main/ CUET UG, followed by UPTAC counselling. Students must participate in UPTAC counselling for final seat allotment.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET), Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University UPTAC Cutoff 2025 was released.
For the General AI category, the overall cutoff ranged from 34482 to 100306. As per the last round, the most and least competitive BTech branches were BTech in Computer Science a
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, students have to participate in UPTAC Counselling if they want to get admission through the government quota at SRMS IBS. The institute selects students on an entrance + counselling basis mainly. Unless applying through the management quota, counselling is required.
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Contributor-Level 10
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