UPTAC Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit, Compulsory Subjects

Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling 2026 ( UPTAC )

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25 May '26 - 22 Jun '26

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Updated on Jun 24, 2025 17:31 IST
UPTAC counselling is valid for the first year of BTech, BArch, BBA, BMS, and similar courses, as well as the second year of BTech, BPharm, and MCA programmes. UPTAC counselling is based on valid scores from various national-level entrance exams, with the specific exam varying by course.

Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) is a state-level counselling conducted by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow (AKTU). UPTAC counselling is valid for the first year of BTech, BArch, BBA, BMS, and similar courses and the second year of BTech, BPharm, and MCA programmes. UPTAC counselling is based on valid scores from various national-level entrance exams, with the specific exam varying by course. To appear for UPTAC 2025 counselling, aspirants must meet the basic eligibility criteria. Read this article to learn the detailed UPTAC Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2025 for different courses and quotas. 

Table of contents
  • UPTAC Counselling 2025 Highlights
  • UPTAC Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2025
  • UPTAC Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2025 for Different Quotas

UPTAC Counselling 2025 Highlights 

Some key highlights related to UPTAC 2025 counselling are summarised below for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. 

Particulars Details
Counselling  UPTAC
Conducting body AKTU 
Counselling website https://uptac.admissions.nic.in/
Courses covered 

1st Year: BTech/ BArch/ BBA/ BMS/ BCA/ BDes/ BPharm/ BHMCT /BFAD/ BFA/ BVoc/ MBA/ MBA(Integrated)/ MCA/ MCA (Integrated)/ M Tech (Integrated)

2nd Year:  BTech/ BPharmacy/ MCA

Entrance exams JEE Main / CUET UGNATA
Mode of counselling  Online
Counselling rounds R1, R2, R3, R4 (General rounds), R5 (Internal Sliding), R6 (Special Round) 
Registration fee INR 1,000
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many rounds are there is UPTAC counselling?
A: 

UPTAC counselling usually has 5 rounds and 1 special round. Candidates eligible for UPTAC counselling must complete the UPTAC registration, upload their documents, undergo document verification, fill in their choices, check the allotted seats, submit their willingness, and pay the seat confirmation fee.

Q:   What is the UPTAC counselling registration fee?
A: 

The UPTAC counselling registration fee is INR 1000. The candidates pay the application fee online using modes like net banking/debit card/credit card.

Q:   Are CUET UG/PG scores accepted in UPTAC counselling?
A: 

Yes, via the UPTAC counselling admission to the following UG courses are granted based on CUET UG scores:

  • B Tech (Bio-Technology)
  • BTech (Agriculture)
  • B Des
  • B Pharmacy, Pharm D
  • BHMCT
  • BFAD
  • BFA
  • MBA (Integrated)
  • MCA (Integrated)
  • B Voc
  • B Tech Lateral
  • B Pharmacy Lateral
  • BBA/BMS
  • BCA

The CUET PG scores are accepted for admission to the following PG courses:

  • MBA
  • MCA
  • MCA Lateral
Q:   What is the last date to apply for UPTAC counselling?
A: 

The last date to register for UPTAC 2026 counselling has been extended to June 22.

UPTAC Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2025

To be eligible for UPTAC 2025 counselling, aspirants must have passed the qualifying examination from an institution located in UP or have parents who are domiciled in UP, subject to the specified eligibility conditions. Students from outside UP can also participate in the counselling process if they meet the eligibility criteria set by the conducting authority. The course-wise UPTAC Counselling eligibility criteria 2025 are provided in the table below for different courses. 

Age Limit: There is no age limit to appear in the UPTAC 2025 counselling for admission to the courses covered in the counselling.

Program/Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Subjects (Compulsory Required)

Subjects (At least One from the list)

BTech & MTech (Integrated)

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 Dvoc stream in the same or allied sector.

Passed 10+2 examination with Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Computer Science/Electronics/Information Technology/ Biology/Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subject/Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/Entrepreneurship.

Obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates of reserved category) in the above subjects taken together.

OR

Passed minimum 3 years Diploma examination with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates of reserved category) subject to vacancies in the First Year, in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.

B Tech (Bio-Technology)

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 DVoc Stream in the same or allied sector.

Physics, Chemistry

Biology/Biotechnology/Maths

BTech (Agriculture)

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 DVoc Stream in the same or allied sector.

Physics, Chemistry OR Agriculture Stream

Maths/Biology/ Biotechnology/ Agriculture/Agriculture stream

B Des

Passed 10+2 examination Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the qualifying Examination.

NA

NA

B Pharmacy

Passed 10+2 examination

Physics and Chemistry

Mathematics/Biology

 

 

B Arch

Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination and obtained at least 50% marks in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics and also at least 50% marks in aggregate of 10+2 level examination

Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics

NA

Passed 10+3 Diploma Obtained at least 50% marks in aggregate.

Mathematics

NA

BHMCT

Passed 10+2 examination Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the qualifying Examination.

NA

NA

BFAD

Passed 10+2 examination Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the qualifying Examination.

NA

NA

BFA

Passed 10+2 examination Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the qualifying Examination.

NA

NA

BTech (Lateral)

Passed Minimum THREE years / TWO years (Lateral Entry) Diploma examination with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in ANY branch of Engineering and Technology (except Agriculture Engg., Pharmacy and Architecture) from the institution recognized by BTEUP or equivalent.

OR

Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) and passed 10+2 examination with Mathematics as a subject. Will be allotted if seats remain vacant after allotment to Diploma Students.

OR

Passed DVoc Stream in the same or allied sector from the institution recognized by BTEUP or equivalent.

NA

NA

B Pharmacy (Lateral)

Passed Minimum THREE years / TWO years (Lateral Entry) Diploma in Pharmacy examination with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) from the institution recognized by Board of Technical Education, UP or equivalent.

NA

NA

MBA

(Integrated)

Passed 10+2 examination. Obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the qualifying examination.

NA

NA

MCA

(Integrated)

Passed 10+2 examination with Mathematics/ Statistics/ Accountancy as compulsory subjects. Obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the above subjects taken together.

 NA

Mathematics/Statistics/ Accountancy

B Voc

Passed 10+2 examination.

NA

NA

BBA/BMS

Passed 10+2 examination.

NA

NA

BCA

Passed 10+2 Examination with Mathematics/Business Mathematics as one of the Subject

NA

NA

MBA

Passed Bachelor Degree of minimum 3 years duration. Obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in the qualifying examination

NA

NA

MCA

Passed BCA/ BSc (Computer Science)/ BSc (IT) / BE (CSE)/ BTech (CSE) / BE (IT) /BTech (IT) or equivalent Degree. OR Passed any graduation degree (e.g.BE / BTech / B.Sc / BCom / BA/ BVoc/ etc.) with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level Obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ ST category) in the qualifying examination.

NA

NA

MCA (Lateral)

BTech/BE (CSE/IT) or BCA (4 Years)

NA

NA

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UPTAC Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2025 for Different Quotas 

The UPTAC counselling eligibility criteria 2025 are different for various quotas, including NRI, Management, PIO, CIWGC, etc., for admission to courses at the UG and PG levels. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the quota-wise eligibility criteria:

Quota Eligibility Additional Requirements Seat Availability 
NRI (First year admission) Must have the minimum requisite qualification as per the course requirements

Direct admission of 5% of the total intake in state-funded & private institutions (except MBA/MCA)

B.Arch applicants must have qualified for NATA 2025. 

Admission as per the Govt. of U.P. orders on NRI counselling dates. Must submit a copy of passport or equivalent proof of nationality 

5% of total seat intake 
Foreign Nationals (FN)/ Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)/Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC)  Passed qualifying exam with PCM (equivalent to 10 + 2 as per Association of Indian Universities

Selection based on qualifying examination merit. Admission as per the Govt. of U.P orders. Preferences given to candidates who appeared in exams mentioned in clause 2 & 3.

For BArch- NATA 2024 is mandatory

 

Special FN/PIO/CIWGC seats 

Management quota/NRI quota (Institute level direct admission in private institutions)

15% seats in a private institution can be filled by Management/ NRI quota

Institutes must invite applications via advertisements 

Max 25% of seats can be filled by students outside UP. If seats remain vacant, merit-based admission for candidates securing minimum 45% (40% for SC/ST in the qualifying exam 

15% in private institutions 
Lateral Entry (Second-year admission in private institutions) under vacant seats Candidates must have qualified for CUET-UG 2025 (Priority given) Institutes must invite applications via advertisements  Vacant seats after counselling 

 

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