AKTU - Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (UPTU) Lucknow Answered Questions

Yes, KIET's new “Deemed-to-be University” status makes its degree fully valid and recognised across India. The institution has NAAC A+ accreditation, NBA accreditation for all eligible programs, and is consistently ranked in NIRF (151–200 band for Engineering), so its degree carries strong academic and professional credibility.  What Changed at KIETEarlier Status: Affiliated to AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University).Now: Granted Deemed-to-be University status under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 in November 2025.Autonomy: KIET now designs its own curriculum, conducts exams, and awards degrees independently. Recognition & AccreditationNAAC Accreditation: Grade A+ (high academic quality).NBA Accreditation: All eligible engineering programs accredited.NIRF Ranking: Consistently in the 151–200 band (Engineering).QS I-Gauge: Diamond rating for overall quality.UGC Approval: Degrees are recognised nationally and internationally. Value of KIET DegreeAcademic Validity: Equivalent to any other UGC-recognized university degree.Placements: KIET has strong industry connections; recruiters continue to recognize its graduates.Flexibility: As a deemed university, KIET can update curriculum faster to match industry needs.Reputation: KIET has 27+ years of legacy and is well-regarded in NCR for engineering education.ConsiderationsTransition Phase: Since KIET only became a deemed university in late 2025, some processes (like counseling, admission routes, and recognition in government exams) may take time to stabilize.Perception: Employers and higher education institutions already recognize KIET, but some students may feel more secure with long-established deemed universities (like VIT, SRM).Quick ComparisonFactorKIET (Deemed Univ.)AKTU-affiliated CollegesDegree ValidityUGC-recognized, independentUGC-recognized via AKTUCurriculumAutonomous, industry-updatedStandard AKTU syllabusAccreditationNAAC A+, NBA, QS DiamondVaries by collegePlacementsStrong NCR industry tie-upsDepends on college reputation Bottom LineKIET's deemed university degree is worth it—academically valid, industry-recognized, and backed by strong accreditation.If you want CSE/IT/ECE in NCR region with good placements, KIET remains a solid choice even after shifting from AKTU affiliation. 

The Faculty of Architecture AKTU offers around 40–80 seats for B.Arch (may vary yearly).Students interested in architecture & interior design can also consider an architecture institute in Mumbai or pursue an interior design course or a diploma in interior design for more opportunities.

AKTU fee is different depending on the programme/ specialisation/ institute. Students have to pay the fees timely. The fees for top courses is as below:Course NameTotal Tuition FeesBTechINR 75,900- INR 12.5 lakhMBAINR 70,000 - INR 6.5 lakhBPharmINR 1.6 Lacs - INR 6 lakhMCAINR 59,500 - INR 3.6 lakhMTechINR 57,500 - INR 2.8 lakhBBAINR 80,000 - INR 2.9 lakhMPharmINR 80,000 - INR 2.8 lakh

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:JEE Main, CUET, NATA, IPU CET, GATE, GPAT, etc.

To get admission in AKTU, students must fulfil the admission requirements. The university offers seats through both entrance and merit basis. For engineering, pharmacy, management, etc. programmes, students have to go through UPTAC counselling. Selected students need to report for verification and pay the admission fees to complete the process.

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 subjectsAKTU PG eligibility - UG degree in a relevant fieldAKTU PhD eligibility - PG degree in a relevant field

APJ AKU has been continuously recognised as one of the leading institutes by numerous national ranking agencies. The institute is ranked #94 in the Engineering category, and #91 under Engineering (Private) by the Times 2025. The ranking has been given to the university basis the placements, student-faculty ratio, scholarships, infrastructure and several other criteria. 

Yes, the cut off of Institute of Engineering & Technology is different for all the categories. Students who are from categories like SC, ST, OBC etc. get a more lenient cut off. The General category students have to face a higher cut off. Students should check the official website for details on the cut off.