UPESEAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Check the Marking Scheme, Duration and More

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies - Engineering Aptitude Test 2026 ( UPESEAT )

Samridhi Mishra
Updated on May 21, 2026 23:22 IST

By Samridhi Mishra, Senior Executive

Overview

UPESEAT Exam Pattern 2026 - The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) released the UPESEAT 2026 exam pattern at upes.ac.in. Aspirants of the UPESEAT exam must check the exam pattern from this page for details on exam duration, format, marking scheme and more. The UPESEAT question paper will have 125 questions, each for 1 mark. Candidates have to attempt the paper in 2 hours; there is also no negative marking in the UPESEAT exam.

The UPESEAT paper will have 4 sections- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English language comprehension. It is important to understand the syllabus along with the UPESEAT exam pattern. For the complete UPESEAT 2026 exam pattern, check below.

Table of contents
  • UPESEAT 2026 Exam Pattern
  • UPESEAT Subject-wise weightage
  • UPESEAT Marking Scheme
  • UPESEAT Syllabus 2026
  • UPESEAT Exam Pattern 2026 FAQs
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UPESEAT 2026 Exam Pattern

The exam authority has released the UPESEAT 2026 exam pattern on the official website, upes.ac.in. Applicants appearing for the exam must go through the UPESEAT exam pattern to ace the exam with a good score. The UPESEAT paper pattern is as mentioned below:

Particulars Details
Mode of Exam Online, remote, proctored test
Exam Duration 2 hours
Type of Questions Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Number of Questions 125 questions
Sections 4- Maths, Physics, Chemistry adn English Language Comprehension
Marking Scheme

+1 mark for correct answer

No negative marking

 

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UPESEAT Subject-wise weightage

Candidates can check the section-wise distribution of questions in UPESEAT 2026 exam below. The subject-wise breakdown of questions as per the paper pattern is given below. 

UPESEAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Section-wise Distribution

Sections Number of Questions Marks

Mathematics / Biology

35

35

Physics

35 35

Chemistry

35 35

English Language Comprehension

20 20

Total No. of Questions

125 Questions 125 Marks
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UPESEAT Marking Scheme

It is important to know the UPESEAT 2026 marking scheme. The marking scheme will help decide whether candidates should attempt all the questions or skip a few which they are unsure about. The UPESEAT marking scheme is given in the paper pattern. Candidates can check the UPESEAT marking scheme 2026 below to know the negative marking in the paper.

Particulars Details
Correct Answer +1 Mark
Negative Marking -

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UPESEAT Syllabus 2026

Candidates can check the UPESEAT 2026 syllabus online. Candidates must refer to the syllabus before starting their preparation. The syllabus will guide students on what to prepare for the exam. Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology of the 11th and 12th NCERT syllabus, as well as English language comprehension topics, comprise the UPESEAT syllabus.

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UPESEAT Exam Pattern 2026 FAQs

Scroll down to know about the UPESEAT Exam Pattern frequently asked questions.

Q:   What is the UPESEAT 2026 exam date?
A: 

UPESEAT 2026 exam dates for phase 3 was May 31 to June 2. Aspirants were able to select their exam date via slot booking.

Q:   What is the UPESEAT eligibility criteria 2026?
A: 

The UPESEAT 2026 eligibility criteria is at least 50% in class 10th and 12th and 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in class 12th.

Q:   How many subjects in the UPESEAT exam?
A: 

There are four subjects in the UPESEAT exam- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English Language Comprehension. While the PCM subjects are of classes 11th and 12th level, the English comprehension is of basic level.

Q:   Is it mandatory to appear for the UPESEAT exam for B.Tech admission to UPES?
A: 

No. UPES also offers B.Tech admissin through JEE Mains, CUET UG and based on class 12th merit. 80% of the seats are filled through UPESEAT hence candiadtes are advsed to appear for the UPESEAT exam for their preferred institute and engineering branch.

Q:   Is the UPESEAT exam conducted as a remote proctored test?
A: 

The UPESEAT 2026 exam will be conducted as a remotely proctored test. Candidates will receive their login credentials for the test on their registered email address.

Q:   Has the UPESEAT 2026 application form released?
A: 

Yes. The UPESEAT 2026 application form released on September 12, 2025 at upes.ac.in.

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