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AKTU Highlights 2026

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Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, popularly known as AKTU, was earlier known as Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU). The university offers NBA-accredited courses to students. Below are the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University highlights:

  • Flagship Course: BTech is the flagship course of AKTU Lucknow.
  • Admissions: AKTU admissions are strictly based on entrance test scores of national and state-level tests like JEE Main, NATA, CUET UG, CUET PG, CAT / MAT / CMAT and GATE for admission to the UG and PG courses. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University admissions are conducted primarily through the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) portal based on national-level entrance scores
  • NIRF Rankings 2025: AKTU has been ranked 39th under the Architecture & Planning category by the NIRF 2025.
  • Fees 2026: The total tuition fee for AKTU BTech courses is INR 75,900 - INR 12.5 lakh.
  • Placements: The average package offered to students in 2025 was INR 7 LPA.
  • Collaborations: AKTU has signed an MoU with the YBI Foundation, PTC Industries Ltd, RedCube Digital Media Pvt Ltd, Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad, Prayagraj, One District One Product, VHPS Enterprises, etc for research and innovation.

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Q:   Does AKTU come under CUET?
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Yes, AKTU is one of the participating universities of CUET-UG and CUET-PG. Candidates wishing to apply for AKTU CUET courses, must register first at the official website of CUET. Admission to below-mentioned courses is through CUET-UG or CUET-PG:

  • BTech
  • BPharm
  • MBA
  • MCA
  • BVoc. 
  • BFA
  • BDes, etc.
Q:   Is AKTU a good university?
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AKTU is a state-level, public collegiate university. Formerly known as Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU), it is a University of National Importance, specially for the UG and PG courses offered in the field of Engineering and Science. AKTU is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Coming to the AKTU placements, the university has not released the placement report for the year 2023. However, as per media reports, 1,531 students were selected in TCS. A total of 318 students were placed with a package of INR 7.60 LPA in TCS Digital and rest 1,213 students were placed with a package of INR 3.60 LPA in TCS Ninja during AKTU placement 2023.

Q:   Can I get direct admission in AKTU for BTech?
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The direct admission is provided only on vacant seats at institution or college level. The eligibility criteria for direct admission on seats remaining vacant in the first year after entrance examination counselling shall be such as may be notified from time to time. The general admission process for AKTU BTech course is through entrance exam. The university accepts national or state-level entrance exams like JEE Main, CUET, KEAM or IPU CET. 

The selection will be followed by counselling. The counselling process of shortlisted candidates will be managed and regulated by AKTU based on which the candidates will be allotted seats. The seat allotment is based on the affiliated college cutoff and the candidate's preference for courses and colleges.

Q:   What is the fees of B.Tech in AKTU?
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The total course fee for the BTech programme at AKTU ranges between INR 35,600 and INR 12.5 lakh. AKTU BTech admissions is offered based on JEE Main scores. However, UPSEE scores will be considered to fill the vacant seats after JEE Main Counselling is over. The counselling process of shortlisted candidates is managed and regulated by AKTU based on which the candidates are allotted seats. The seat allotment is based on the affiliated college cutoff and candidate's preference for courses and colleges. AKTU offers a four-year B.Tech programme in 40+ specialisations. It is the flagship programme of the University which is offered for a duration of four years.

AKTU Cutoff 2025

MBA/PGDM Cut Off 2025 Latest Round

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Q:   Is the Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU cutoff released?
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Yes the cutoff for 2023 year is released for IET. Check out this link for detailed information : https://www.shiksha.com/college/institute-of-engineering-and-technology-iet-dr-a-p-j-abdul-kalam-technical-university-lucknow-24137/cutoff

The AKTU cutoff for B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering for the general category is expected to be around 32075 for Round 1 and 62320 for Round 4 in the Uttar Pradesh Domicile Quota. The minimum qualifying marks required for various categories in B.Tech courses are 25% for general, 25% for OBC, 20% for SC, and 25% for ST.

Q:   What is the desired CUET-PG range to get into Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU for MBA?
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The desired CUET-PG range to get into the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) AKTU for MBA is 230-240. The minimum passing marks for the CUET 2024 are 80–90 for A and B in Section I - Language, and 160–180 for both A and B in Section I A and Section I B. Minimum passing marks for Section II - Domain-Specific Subjects are over 120

Q:   What is the JEE Mains cutoff for Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU 2023?
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According to the IET Lucknow cutoff for Round 1 in 2023, the closing ranks for all BTech specialisations ranged between 36086 and 94805. The most competitive specialisation has been B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence) with a closing rank of 36086, followed by B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering with a 51075 rank for the General category students.

Q:   What is the latest cutoff information on MCA admissions at Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU?
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For admission to first year of MCA in any institution affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow, a candidate must have passed Bachelors degree course of 03 Years minimum duration from any recognised Indian University; or its equivalent, recognised by A.I.U. securing minimum 50% (45% for SC/ST) marks in aggregate.

AKTU Placements

CourseMedian Salary
B.E. / B.Tech
₹1 - ₹12 LPA
MBA/PGDM
₹2.2 - ₹8.5 LPA
M.E./M.Tech
₹3 - ₹5.7 LPA
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Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

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Higher studies preferences

Majority opted in India

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Placement support

Organized & proactive placement process

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Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Overall feeling of students

Love being in college

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Q:   Does AKTU provide international placements?
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Yes, AKTU provides international placements. During the placement drive 2025, 10 international offers were made.

Q:   How many students are placed during AKTU placements?
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A total of 518 students were placed during AKTU placements. The course-wise students placed during AKTU placements 2025 is mentioned below:

Course

Students Placed 2025

BTech CSE

86

BTech CSE AI

69

BTech CSE SF

75

BTech ECE

70

BTech Electrical

28

BTech Mechanical

42

BTech Civil

22

BTech Chemical

18

MBA

54

MCA

48

MTech

6

Q:   How are the placements at AKTU?
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According to media reports, AKTU has maintained 90% placement record during placement drive 2023. Further, the salary package offered during AKTU placements 2023 stood between INR 1 LPA and INR 20 LPA. Apart from this, a total of 7,000 students registered for the placement drive in 2023. A total of 318 students were placed with a package of INR 7.60 LPA in TCS Digital and the rest 1,213 students were placed with a package of INR 3.60 LPA in TCS Ninja during AKTU placement 2023.

Furthermore, a campus placement drive was organized by an Ed-Tech company on behalf of T&P cell. As per the media report, a total of 12 students have been selected for the post of Sales Executive with CTC of INR 4.12 LPA.

Q:   What is the highest package offered in last three years during AKTU placements?
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The highest package offered in last three years during AKTU IET placements is mentioned below:

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IET Placement Statistics 2023

IET Placement Statistics 2024

IET Placement Statistics 2025

the highest package

INR 49 LPA

INR 60 LPA

INR 54 LPA

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Admission process

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2027

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  • 10+2 with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: BITSAT, SRMJEEE, Uni-GAUGE, JEE Main, CUET, IPU CET, CBSE 12th, ISC, UP 12th, CUET-PG
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24 Oct '26 - 22 Nov '26
JEE Main 2027 Registration Session 1Ongoing
23 Nov '26 - 26 Nov '26
JEE Main 2027 Registration Session 1 with Late Fee
18 Dec '26
NTA CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Date
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Rankings 2026

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NIRF Ranking 2025

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AKTU Scholarships 2026

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Q:   Are there any scholarship programmes for UG courses at Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU?
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Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU Lucknow provides schlarship programs in the form of financial assistance to meritorious students who generally belongs to SC/ST/OBC category under the UP state scholarship scheme.

Every year UP state government releases a  free reimbursement for every student of AKTU-affiliated colleges, who are struggling financially to support their education process. Students enrolled in AKTU can  get their access to register themselves for AKTU fee-waiver scholarship schemes through the scheme .

Eligibility criteria for Fee -waiver scholarship scheme of AKTU:

  • Candidates must be enrolled in UG course at any of AKTU-affiliated colleges.
  • Candidates should be from SC, ST, or OBC category.
  • The family income of the candidate should not be more than 1 Lacs per annum.

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AKTU Admission & Application Process 2026

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Q:   Is CUET compulsory for AKTU admission?
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Yes, candidates seeking admission to DR. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Technical University undergraduate and postgraduate courses must have appeared for the CUET-UG and CUET-PG entrance exams, respectively. AKTU will not admit students who do not a valid CUET score. NTA usually releases CUET result in July. CUET UG Counselling is held and conducted separately by the participating institutes. CUET UG Counselling is usually held between Jul and Aug.

Q:   Who is eligible for AKTU admission?
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Students must meet the AKTU eligibility requirements to get admission in the university. The eligibility may vary depending on programme/ specialisation. Common eligibility is as below:

  • AKTU UG eligibility - Class 12 with relevant subjects
  • AKTU PG eligibility - UG degree in a relevant field
  • AKTU PhD eligibility - PG degree in a relevant field
Q:   Can I get direct admission at Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU?
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No, you can not get admission at the Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU directly to get admission into this institute you need to take an institute common entrance test named CUET, and coming to engineering this college also takes students through JEE mains, KEAM and IPUCET+ UPTAC counseling.

Q:   What is the minimum eligibility required for AKTU admission?
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A minimum of Class 12 is required for AKTU UG and graduation for AKTU PG courses. Below is the AKTU eligibility for top courses: 

Course Name

Common Eligibility

B.Ed

Graduation

BA

Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate

BTech

Class 12 from UP board/ CBSE or any other equivalent board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and a minimum of 45% aggregate in Class 12 (40% for SC/ ST candidates)

MBA

Bachelor's degree/ equivalent examination

BPharm

Diploma in Pharmacy course recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India u/s 12 of The Pharmacy Act, securing a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) in aggregate

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AKTU Infrastructure

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Sports facilities

Multiple sports grounds & coaching present

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College events

Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events

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Mess food

Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic

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Attendance policy

Can't miss a single lecture without penalty

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Additional expenses

Charges for placements and training

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Consequence of rules violation

Rule breakers are let off with a warning

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Q:   Does AKTU offers hostel facilities to its students?
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Yes, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University offers a hostel and various other facilities to students. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. Visit the official website and check what are the charges for the hostel and decide whether to avail of this facility or not. The hostel is safe for students and proper security is maintained at the hostel for the students. 

Q:   What is the seat intake for B.Ed at AKTU?
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The total seat intake for B.Ed is 450. Check below AKTU college-wise seat intake:

InstitutesSeats
Babu Banarasi Das Northern India Institute of Technology (BBDNIIT)100
Kalka Institute for Research and Advanced Studies100
Bora Institute of Management Sciences (BIMS)100
Rakshpal Bahadur Management Institute, Greater Noida100
Shri Sai College of Education50
Q:   How is the campus of AKTU?
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AKTU offers all the necessary facilities to its students. Some of the campus facilities are as follows:

  • Canteen
  • Transportation
  • Library
  • Auditorium
  • Seminar halls
  • Separate hostel for boys and girls
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AKTU FAQs

Q:   Is AKTU MBA worth it?
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MBA is one of the top courses of AKTU. AKTU offers MBA at campus through the Institute of Engineering & Technology, UP Institute of Design and Faculty of Management Studies. Students pursuing MBA from AKTU have a chance of getting placed in top companies. The university conducts placement drive every year. As per media reports,  1,531 students were selected in TCS. A total of 318 students were placed with a package of INR 7.60 LPA in TCS Digital and rest 1,213 students were placed with a package of INR 3.60 LPA in TCS Ninja during AKTU placement 2023. 

Q:   Which entrance exam is accepted by AKTU?
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AKTU accepts CUET, JEE Main, IPU CET, etc. for admission to specific courses. Check below the entrance exams for top AKTU courses:

Course Name

Entrance Exams

B.Ed

BPharm

BTech

JEE Main, CUET,  KEAM or BPharm

MBA

CUET-PG

BPharm

CUET 

Q:   How is the life and culture at AKTU?
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UPTU is one of the largest technical universities in UP, India. The university is a mix of co-curricular and extracurricular activities. The university has a energetic environment with modern amenities. The AKTU Affiliated Colleges in Lucknow are also known for hosting grand events and cultural fests. The student life and culture at APJ Abdul Kalam University Lucknow is as follows:

  • Cultural Fests and Events: Annually, various events are organised such as TechKriti, Robowar, RoboRace, Frugal Engineering, Check your Knowledge, Just a Minute, English Debate, Hindi Debate, Business Plan, Coding Contest and Technical Poster Making.
  • Technical Fests: As a technical university,  UPTU University Lucknow organises events such as hackathons,  coding and robotics competitions, etc.
  • There are more than 700 colleges affiliated with Doctor APJ Abdul Kalam University Lucknow offering all the campus facilities to the students. Most of them provide hostel facilities including a dining hall, yoga centre, gym, sports ground, etc.
  • Abdul Kalam University Lucknow also arranges a sports fest annually, namely Dr. Abdul Kalam Sports Fest. The sports fest is for 3 days event it includes games such as badminton, basketball, chess, football, kabaddi, kho-kho, table tennis, and volleyball.
Q:   What is the JEE Main 2027 exam date for Session 2 ?
A: 

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam takes place in the month of April every year. Whereas, the application form for Session 2 will be available on the JEE Mains website. The exam is conducted by NTA.

Q:   How many colleges are there under AKTU?
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Presently, the University houses four constituent colleges, including the Institute of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Architecture Lucknow, Centre for Advanced Studies, UP Institute of Design Noida. Apart from this, the University has 45+ affiliated colleges and 780+ institutes under its name. AKTU is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

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Q:   Does AKTU accept CUET for BTech?
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Yes, AKTU accepts CUET score for BTech. AKTU admission to BTech through CUET is for two specialisations:

  • Agriculture
  • Biotechnology

Apart from these, CUET score is accepted for direct entry to the second-year of BTech course. Candidates can apply for CUET for BTech (LE) admission.

Q:   What is the selection process of AKTU MTech programme?
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Students must complete BE/BTech with 60% aggregate (54% for SC/ ST students) with a valid UPTAC rank. Those who have a valid GATE exam are also eligible for admission. However, such candidates first need to appear for the counselling session along with UPTAC rank.

Q:   What is the JEE Main application fee for BTech admission at IIT Bhilai?
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The application fees for JEE Main is written below

  • INR 1,000 for Male unreserved, OBC, EWS category candidates
  • INR 800 for Female unreserved/OBC/EWS category candidates
  • INR 500 for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category candidates
Q:   How can I get admission in AKTU for BTech?
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To get admission AKTU for BTech, students have to participate in UPTAC Counselling. It is a centralised counselling process and allocates seats on the basis of JEE Main/ CUET score. Vacant seats, if any are filled through merit basis as per the university's norms. Selected students have to report at the campus for verification of documents. Students have to pay the AKTU BTech admission fees and complete the process.

Q:   How many seats are there in AKTU for BTech?
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Dr APJ Adul Kalam University BTech seats include the seats available at various AKTU-affiliated colleges. In total, 85,464 seats are available for the BTech course in different streams and specialisations. Below is the seat intake for some of the AKTU-affiliated colleges:

InstitutesSeats
Greater Noida Institute of Technology1260
RR Group of Institutions726
Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College1500
Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology1650
Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology (NIET)2100

 

Q:   I don't have good scores in JEE Main, can I get admission in AKTU?
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Students can apply to AKTU even with a JEE Mains rank in lakhs. Aspirants can get admission in private colleges affiliated with AKTU through the UPTAC Counselling Portal using JEE Main score. Candidates can also get admission through other entrance exams such as KEAM and CUET. To get more information, contact the admission desk of AKTU. 

Q:   I have 68% in Class 12 but I have compartment in chemistry. Am I eligible for AKTU?
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Students can get admission in AKTU even if they have RT in Chemistry. Candidates must pass at least five subjects and clear the minimum aggregate percentage required by the university. The minimum percentage required to be eligible for AKTU admission is 45% in Class 12. Although RT in Chemistry may prevent aspirants from taking specific courses like BPharm or Biotech, which list Chemistry as a mandatory subject. 

Q:   I am currently pursuing Diploma in Electronic engineering. Do I have to appear for JEE Main for Lateral entry in AKTU?
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No, students need not to appear for JEE Main for lateral entry in AKTU. Students are eligible for B.Tech Lateral Entry to the second year at AKTU, without JEE scores. Candidates can get admission in B.Tech (Lateral) through CUET UG/ Diploma in Engineering/ BSc or DVoc. The final seat allotment is via UPTAC counselling process.

Q:   Is entrance exam required for admission in M.Tech at AKTU?
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AKTU M.Tech admission is entrance-based. The university accepts students through GATE/ BHU PET/ TANCET/ CUET/ IPUCET exams. Students must appear for the given examinations to secure admission in M.Tech at AKTU.

Q:   How to get admission in AKTU MTech?
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To get admission in AKTU MTech, students must meet the eligibility and selection requirement. The university accepts students through GATE/ BHU PET/ TANCET/ CUET/ IPUCET followed by UPTAC Counselling. The basic eligibility is to complete UG degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% - 60%. 

Q:   How can I get admission in MBA at AKTU?
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To get admission in AKTU MBA, students must meet the eligibility and selection requirement. The university accepts students through CAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ XAT/ CUET PG followed by UPTAC Counselling. The basic eligibility is to complete UG degree with a minimum aggregate of 50%. 

Q:   How many rounds of counselling are there in CUET for AKTU admission?
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AKTU admissions through CUET usually have seven rounds of counselling. There are five counselling rounds and two special rounds. Students eligible for UPTAC Counselling must register on the official website. The process has started.

Q:   How many companies visit the campus during AKTU placements?
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A total of 90 companies visited the campus during AKTU IET placements 2025.

Q:   What are the exams accepted by AKTU?
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AKTU accepts different national and state-level entrance tests for its programmes. Aspirants must submit the scores of the accepted tests to get a seat. Some of the tests accepted by the university are as below:

Q:   How would you describe the overall vibe of AKTU: relaxed, competitive, or something else?
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UPTU is one of the largest technical universities in UP, India. Abdul Kalam Technical University has a blend of co-curricular and extracurricular activities. The university campus is vibrant with all the basic and modern amenities. The AKTU affiliated colleges in Lucknow are known for hosting grand events and cultural fests. These affiliated colleges such as IET Lucknow and HBTU Kanpur offer engineering and management programs, creating a competitive environment. UPTU University encourages students to participate in technical fests and sports fests. According to media reports, the University maintained a 90% placement record during placement drive 2023. The overall vibe of AKTU is a blend of academic competition and a relaxed campus life.

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