UPSEE exam pattern has been prescribed by AKTU (Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University). Candidates who wish to appear for the exam must familiarise themselves with the UPSEE exam pattern 2021 to know the types of questions, number of questions and marks distribution, etc. Candidates are also recommended to check the UPSEE syllabus, marking scheme and test duration to get an idea of the difficulty level of the exam. UPCET 2021 is now scheduled to take place on September 5 & 6.
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- UPSEE 2021 Exam Pattern
- UPCET Exam Pattern 2021 Highlights
- UPSEE Marking Scheme for BTech Courses
- UPSEE Syllabus for BTech
- FAQs Regarding UPSEE Exam Pattern for BTech Courses
UPSEE 2021 Exam Pattern
The exam will be held for a total of 8 papers in offline modes. The list of courses for which different UPSEE papers are conducted are as mentioned below:
| Paper |
Subjects |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Paper 1 |
Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
50 objective type questions each of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with a total of 150 questions. |
600 |
|
Paper 2 |
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology |
50 objective type questions each of Physics, Chemistry and Biology with a total of 150 questions. |
600 |
|
Paper 3 |
Aptitude Test for Architecture & Design Part-A: Mathematics and Aesthetic Sensitivity Part– B: Drawing Aptitude |
50objectivetypequestionseachof Mathematics and Aesthetic Sensitivity with a total of 100 questions and Two questions to test drawing aptitude. |
600 |
|
Paper 4 |
Aptitude Test for General Awareness (BHMCT/BFAD/BFA/ MBA (Integrated)) |
100 objective type questions |
400 |
| Paper 5 |
Aptitude Test for B.Sc. Graduates in Engineering (Lateral Entry)/ 2nd Year MCA (Lateral Entry) |
100 objective type questions |
400 |
| Paper 6 |
Aptitude Test for MBA/ MCA |
100 objective type questions |
400 |
|
Paper 7 |
Aptitude Test for Diploma Holders in Pharmacy (Lateral Entry) |
100 objective type questions |
400 |
|
Paper 8 |
Aptitude Test for Diploma Holders in Engineering (Lateral Entry) |
100 objective type questions |
400 |
UPCET Exam Pattern 2021 Highlights
- UPSEE exam for BTech course admissions comprises four papers – Paper 1, 2, 3 and 5.
- Papers 1, 2 and 3 are conducted for regular BTech admissions. Paper 5 is conducted to offer admission to candidates in the second year of BTech (lateral entry).
- All four papers (1, 2, 3, 5) carry objective-type multiple-choice questions containing four choices. Candidates need to select only one choice for the correct answer in each question.
- Candidates who mark more than one answer against a question are not awarded any mark for that question.
- Papers 1, 2 and 3 of the UPSEE exam are of three hours duration. However, paper 5 of the UPSEE exam is of 1.5 hours duration.
- UPSEE question papers 1, 2 and 3 are in both English and Hindi languages. In case of any ambiguity, the English version of a question is considered as final.
Have a look at the UPCET exam pattern, marking scheme and other details in the table below:
Exam Structure |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam |
Online |
| Duration of exam |
Paper 1, 2, 3: 180 minutes (3 hours) Paper 5: 90 minutes (1.5 hours) |
| Number of sections & subjects |
Paper 1: 3 (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) Paper 2: 3 (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) Paper 3: 3 (AG-I, AG-II, and AG-III) |
| Type of questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Number of questions |
Paper 1, 2, 3: 150 questions Paper 5: 100 questions |
UPSEE Marking Scheme for BTech Courses
Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer |
+4 |
| Incorrect Answer |
0 (There is no negative marking in the exam, however, AKTU keeps a record of incorrect answers by each candidate separately) |
| Un-attempted Question |
0 |
| Marks per section |
Paper 1, 2, 3: 50 questions X 4 marks = 200 marks per section |
| Total marks |
Paper 1, 2, 3: 600 marks Paper 5: 400 marks |
UPSEE Syllabus for BTech
UPSEE syllabus 2019 for papers 1, 2, and 3 is spread over three sections as mentioned below:
Paper |
Sections |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 |
Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
| Paper 2 |
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology |
| Paper 3 |
AG-I, AG-II, and AG-III |
Check the detailed UPSEE syllabus 2021.
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