Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling

UPTAC 2026 Application Form: Key Details

UPTAC 2026 counselling registration opens on May 25, 2026, at the official portal uptac.samarth.edu.in. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, conducts UPTAC for centralised admission to B.Tech, B.Arch, and other professional courses across 756+ affiliated institutions in Uttar Pradesh.

• The last date to register is June 15, 2026. Registration must be completed in Round 1 itself, as it does not reopen in later rounds.
• Admission is based on scores in JEE Main 2026, CUET UG/PG, or NATA. There is no separate UPTAC entrance exam.
• The registration fee is ₹1,000 for all categories and is non-refundable under any circumstances.
• Documents required include Class 10 and 12 marksheets, domicile certificate, category certificate, photograph, and signature.
• The counselling process covers 5 main rounds and 2 special rounds. Seat allotment for Round 1 is on June 27, 2026.
• Only UP-domiciled students (or those whose parents are UP-domiciled) are eligible to apply for state-quota seats.

What is UPTAC Application Form 2026?

UPTAC is not an entrance exam; it allocates seats based on rank or score in JEE Main, CUET UG/PG, or NATA.

• AKTU will conduct five main counselling rounds and two special rounds.
• Round 1 seat allotment is scheduled for June 27, 2026.
• Courses covered include B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm, Pharm D, MBA, MCA, BDes, and other programmes offered by 756+ institutions affiliated to AKTU and participating state universities.

UPTAC Registration Trends — Last 5 Years

From 2021 to 2025, registrations increased from 1,10,000 to 1,40,000, reflecting a total growth of 30,000 candidates.

• In 2021, 85,000 candidates participated in choice filling, while in 2025 this number reached 1,15,000.
• This means the number of actively participating candidates increased by 30,000 over five years.
• The participation percentage also improved steadily, rising from 77% in 2021 to 82% in 2025.

Year	Conducting Body	Registered for Counselling	Participated (Choice Filling)	Participation %
2025	AKTU, Lucknow	1,40,000	1,15,000	82%
2024	AKTU, Lucknow	1,35,000	1,10,000	81%
2023	AKTU, Lucknow	1,28,000	1,02,000	80%
2022	AKTU, Lucknow	1,20,000	95,000	79%
2021	AKTU, Lucknow	1,10,000	85,000	77%

Source: AKTU Official UPTAC Portal

Important Dates for UPTAC 2026

The registration window for UPTAC 2026 is open from May 25, 2026, to June 15, 2026. Round 1 seat allotment is scheduled for June 27, 2026.

Event	Date
Registration starts	May 25, 2026
Last date to register	June 15, 2026
Round 1 seat allotment	June 27, 2026

Eligibility Criteria for UPTAC 2026

Only UP-domiciled students, or those whose parents are UP-domiciled, are eligible to apply for state-quota seats. Admission is based on scores in JEE Main 2026, CUET UG/PG, or NATA.

Application Fee for UPTAC 2026

The registration fee is ₹1,000 for all categories. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Documents Required for UPTAC 2026

The following documents are required for UPTAC 2026 registration:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Domicile certificate
• Category certificate
• Photograph
• Signature

How to Apply for UPTAC 2026

Registration must be completed on the official portal uptac.samarth.edu.in. Candidates must complete registration in Round 1 itself, as it does not reopen in later rounds.

UPTAC 2026 Registration Fee

The UPTAC 2026 registration fee is ₹1,000 for all categories. There is no category-wise fee differentiation.

The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, even if no seat is allotted.

UPTAC Application Form 2026: Important Dates

The UPTAC 2026 registration process has started. The table below lists the tentative schedule as per AKTU.

Event	Date	Status
Information Brochure Released	May 18, 2026	Released
Registration and Document Upload Opens	May 25, 2026	Open Now
Last Date to Register and Upload Documents	June 15, 2026	—
Document Verification	May 28 – June 20, 2026	Soon
Choice Filling and Locking	To be announced	Upcoming
Round 1 Seat Allotment	June 27, 2026	Upcoming
Seat Acceptance and Fee Payment (Round 1)	After June 27, 2026	Upcoming
Physical Reporting (Round 1)	To be announced	Upcoming
Internal Sliding Round	July 14–16, 2026	Upcoming
Special Rounds (2 rounds)	July–August 2026	Upcoming

Round 1 seat allotment for UPTAC 2026 is scheduled for June 27, 2026 as per AKTU's tentative schedule. Dates are subject to revision — check the official portal for updates.

UPTAC 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Confirm that you meet the basic eligibility conditions set by AKTU before registering.

• Qualifying exam: Passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational (any one).
• Minimum marks: At least 45% aggregate for General/OBC; 40% for SC/ST students.
• Entrance exam score: Valid rank/score in JEE Main 2026 (for B.Tech), CUET UG 2026 (for CUET-based programmes), NATA 2026 (for B.Arch), or CUET PG 2026 (for PG programmes).
• Age limit: There is no upper age limit for UPTAC counselling.
• Nativity (Domicile): You must have passed your qualifying exam from a UP institution, or your parents must be domiciled in Uttar Pradesh to claim state-quota seats.

Students who chose AKTU while applying for CUET UG 2026 can register for UPTAC 2026 counselling using their CUET UG score. CUET-based admission covers specific programmes (BCA, BBA, B.Pharm, etc.) — check the official CUET UG paper mappings published on the UPTAC portal.

How to Fill UPTAC Application Form 2026

The UPTAC 2026 registration process is divided into two phases. Complete both phases in a single session, wherever possible; do not leave the form incomplete.

Registration opens only in Round 1 and does not reopen in subsequent rounds.

Phase 1: New Registration

• Visit uptac.samarth.edu.in and click "New Registration" or "Apply Now".
• Enter your JEE Main 2026 Application Number (or the application number of your qualifying entrance exam — CUET/NATA as applicable), along with your name, mother's name, date of birth, and gender.
• Provide a valid mobile number and email ID — all future communications from AKTU will be sent to these.
• Verify your mobile number using the OTP sent via SMS.
• Set a strong password and note your UPTAC Registration Number — you will need it for every future login, document verification, choice filling, and seat allotment.
• Enter your APAAR ID — this is mandatory for 2026. If you have not generated it yet, go to digilocker.gov.in first.

Phase 2: Fill the Application Form

The second phase involves completing the application form after registration. Details for this phase are processed through the official UPTAC portal.

How to Fill the UPTAC 2026 Application Form

Registration for UPTAC 2026 is completed online at uptac.samarth.edu.in. Candidates must log in with their Registration Number and Password to begin.

The application form is divided into several sections. Each section must be completed before moving to the next.

• Personal details: Enter full name (as on Class 10 certificate), date of birth, gender, category, sub-category (if applicable), and nationality.
• Academic details: Provide Class 10 and 12 board, year of passing, roll number, percentage, and subjects.
• Entrance exam details: Enter JEE Main 2026 Application Number, rank/paper, CUET subject paper, or NATA score as applicable.
• Photograph and signature: Upload the latest passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format and size. Details are in the Documents section below.
• Certificates: Upload the domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and any other required documents.
• Review: Cross-check name spelling, date of birth, category, and domicile information before proceeding.
• Fee payment: Pay the registration fee of ₹1,000 via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
• Confirmation: Download and save the UPTAC 2026 registration confirmation page. Take a printout and keep it safe for document verification and physical reporting.

What if the Registration Fee Payment Fails?

Do not retry the payment immediately if it fails. Wait for 48–72 hours for the amount to be auto-refunded to the source account, then make a fresh payment.

If the refund does not appear after 72 hours, contact the AKTU helpdesk through the official portal.

Documents Required for UPTAC Application Form 2026

Keep all documents ready in scanned form before starting registration. Blurred, edited, or mismatched documents will be rejected during the centralised document verification stage.

Document	Format	Size / Specs
Passport-size Photograph (recent, coloured)	JPG/JPEG	10 KB – 200 KB; white/light background; 80% face visible; taken after January 2026
Signature (in running handwriting)	JPG/JPEG	10 KB – 50 KB; black ink on white paper; do not use capital letters
Class 10 Marksheet and Passing Certificate	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	Clear and legible; all details visible
Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	Clear and legible; all details visible
Domicile Certificate (UP domicile of student or parents)	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	Issued by competent authority; valid for 2026–27
Category Certificate — OBC/SC/ST/EWS (if applicable)	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	OBC must include "Non-Creamy Layer" clause; issued on or after April 1, 2025; from competent authority
Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	Clear, legible, all details visible
APAAR ID	DigiLocker-generated	Mandatory for UPTAC 2026 — must be generated before registration
JEE Main 2026 Scorecard / CUET Score / NATA Score	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	Official score card from the respective exam authority
PwD Certificate (if applicable)	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)	Issued by Chief Medical Officer or designated medical authority

Is APAAR ID Mandatory for UPTAC 2026 Registration?

Yes, AKTU has made APAAR ID mandatory for all UPTAC 2026 registrations. The APAAR ID must be generated at digilocker.gov.in before starting the registration form.

UPTAC Application Fee 2026

UPTAC 2026 has two types of fees: the registration fee paid at the time of registration, and the seat acceptance fee paid after a seat is allotted.

These are two separate charges. The registration fee is paid now, and the seat acceptance fee is paid only if a seat is allotted.

The registration fee of ₹1,000 is non-refundable under any circumstances, even if no seat is allotted.

Fee Type	Category	Amount	Refundable?
Registration Fee	All categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, PwD, EWS)	₹1,000	Non-refundable
Seat Acceptance Fee	General / OBC	₹20,000	Refundable (adjusted against college fee)
Seat Acceptance Fee	SC / ST	₹12,000	Refundable (adjusted against college fee)
Special Round Registration Fee	All categories	₹1,000 + ₹20,000 participation fee	₹1,000 non-refundable; participation fee refunded if no seat allotted

Payment modes accepted: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI. No offline payment (cheque, DD, or cash) is accepted.

UPTAC Application Form Correction 2026

AKTU allows a limited window to correct certain details in the UPTAC 2026 registration form after submission. No changes are permitted once this window closes.

What Can Be Corrected

• Photograph and signature (if uploaded incorrectly or blurred)
• Minor spelling corrections in name (within limits allowed by AKTU)
• Academic details (year of passing, marks) — subject to supporting document upload
• Entrance exam details (if entered incorrectly)
• Category documents (if originally uploaded incorrectly)

What Cannot Be Changed

• Mobile number and email ID registered at the time of sign-up
• Category or sub-category after final submission (any category change requires AKTU helpdesk intervention and may not be granted)
• Entrance exam type (e.g., switching from JEE Mode to CUET Mode after registration)
• Domicile-related claims once submitted and verified

How to Make Corrections

1. Log in at uptac.samarth.edu.in using the Registration Number and Password.
2. Navigate to the "Application Form Correction" or "Edit Profile" section.
3. Make the required changes and re-upload corrected documents where prompted.
4. Submit the corrected form and download the revised confirmation page.

Correction window dates are to be announced by AKTU after registration closes on June 15, 2026. Check the official portal for the exact correction window schedule.

UPTAC Application Form 2026 FAQs

When did the UPTAC 2026 application form (registration) open?

The UPTAC 2026 registration opened on May 25, 2026 at uptac.samarth.edu.in. This date was confirmed in AKTU's official tentative schedule released on May 23, 2026.

What is the last date to apply for UPTAC 2026?

The last date to register for UPTAC 2026 (Round 1) is June 15, 2026. Registration does not reopen in Rounds 2, 3, or 4 — it must be completed within this window.

How do I register for UPTAC 2026?

Visit uptac.samarth.edu.in, click "New Registration", enter the JEE Main Application Number (or CUET/NATA as applicable), personal details, and APAAR ID. Verify the mobile via OTP, then fill in personal and academic details, upload documents, and pay the ₹1,000 registration fee online.

What documents are required for UPTAC 2026 registration?

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• Domicile certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• A valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
• APAAR ID
• JEE Main / CUET / NATA scorecard

Do I need a domicile certificate for UPTAC 2026?

Yes. A UP domicile certificate must be uploaded at the time of registration if the qualifying exam was passed outside Uttar Pradesh. If passed from a UP institution, school/college documents serve as proof. State-quota seats are exclusively for UP-domiciled students.

Can I submit more than one UPTAC 2026 registration form?

No. Only one registration form should be submitted — multiple registrations from the same student will be cancelled and the fee will not be refunded.

Will the UPTAC registration fee be refunded if I withdraw?

No. The ₹1,000 registration fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. The seat acceptance fee (paid after allotment) is partially refundable with a deduction of ₹5,000 (General/OBC) or ₹3,000 (SC/ST) if withdrawal happens after Round 1.

UPTAC 2026 Registration Fee

The UPTAC 2026 registration fee is ₹1,000 for all categories. There is no category-wise fee differentiation.

The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, even if no seat is allotted.

UPTAC 2026 Important Dates

The UPTAC 2026 registration opened on May 25, 2026 at uptac.samarth.edu.in. This date was confirmed in AKTU's official tentative schedule released on May 23, 2026.

• Registration start: May 25, 2026
• Last date to register (Round 1): June 15, 2026
• Round 1 seat allotment: June 27, 2026

Dates are subject to revision. Check the official portal for updates.

Registration does not reopen in Rounds 2, 3, or 4. You must complete it within this window.

Who Can Apply for UPTAC 2026

Students who chose AKTU while applying for CUET UG 2026 can register for UPTAC 2026 counselling using their CUET UG score. CUET-based admission covers specific programmes such as BCA, BBA, and B.Pharm.

Check the official CUET UG paper mappings published on the UPTAC portal.

How to Register for UPTAC 2026

Visit uptac.samarth.edu.in and click "New Registration". Enter your JEE Main Application Number (or CUET/NATA as applicable), personal details, and APAAR ID.

1. Verify your mobile via OTP.
2. Fill in personal and academic details.
3. Upload documents.
4. Pay the ₹1,000 registration fee online.

Documents Required for UPTAC 2026 Registration

You need the following documents for registration:

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• Domicile certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• A valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
• APAAR ID
• JEE Main / CUET / NATA scorecard

APAAR ID Requirement

AKTU has made APAAR ID mandatory for all UPTAC 2026 registrations. You must generate your APAAR ID at digilocker.gov.in before starting the registration form.

Domicile Certificate Rules

You must upload a UP domicile certificate at the time of registration if you passed your qualifying exam outside Uttar Pradesh. If you passed from a UP institution, your school or college documents serve as proof.

State-quota seats are exclusively for UP-domiciled students.

Registration Rules and Refund Policy

Submit only one registration form. Multiple registrations from the same student will be cancelled and the fee will not be refunded.

The ₹1,000 registration fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. The seat acceptance fee, paid after allotment, is partially refundable with a deduction of ₹5,000 (General/OBC) or ₹3,000 (SC/ST) if you withdraw after Round 1.

Payment Failure During Registration

If the payment fails, do not retry immediately. Wait 48–72 hours for the amount to be auto-refunded to your source account, then make a fresh payment.

If the refund does not appear after 72 hours, contact the AKTU helpdesk through the official portal.

What is UPTAC Cutoff 2026?

The UPTAC cutoff is the closing rank at which the last seat in a college fills during counselling. It is published per branch, category, and round by the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling authority. Your JEE Main 2026 rank decides whether you fall within or above the cutoff for a chosen college and branch.

Two cutoff types matter for UPTAC. The first is the qualifying cutoff — the minimum JEE Main rank that lets you register for UPTAC counselling at all. The second is the admission cutoff. It is the closing rank at which a specific college-branch-category combination fills in a given round. Clearing the qualifying cutoff only gets you into counselling. You still need your rank to beat the admission cutoff of your preferred choice.

UPTAC 2026 Round 1 Cutoff Status

UPTAC 2026 Round 1 seat allotment was declared on June 27, 2026. The Opening and Closing Rank (OR-CR) data is now live at the official portal uptac.admissions.nic.in.

The cutoff lists the opening and closing ranks for every college, branch, and category across AKTU-affiliated engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh. The cutoff is based on your JEE Main 2026 rank and category. It also depends on whether you fall under the Home State or All India quota.

Direct Link to Check UPTAC 2026 Cutoff (Round 1 OR-CR)
UPTAC 2026 Opening and Closing Rank – Official Portal (Out)

Key Summary

• UPTAC 2026 Round 1 seat allotment and cutoff are declared today, June 27, 2026, at uptac.admissions.nic.in.
• The cutoff is published as Opening Rank and Closing Rank per college, branch, category, and round.
• Top government AKTU colleges like IET Lucknow require General Home State ranks under 45,000 for CSE in Round 1.
• UP domicile students benefit from the 85% Home State quota, giving more relaxed closing ranks than the All India quota.
• Rounds 2 through 4 and two Special Rounds will release fresh cutoffs through August 2026. Each round is a new chance.

UPTAC 2026 Cutoff Highlights

• You need a rank under 41,000 (General, Home State) to get CSE at IET Lucknow — the most competitive government AKTU college for CSE in 2025.
• IET Lucknow CSE-AI branch (General Home State) closed even earlier at 35,388 in Round 1 of 2025.
• The Home State quota holds 85% of seats in government AKTU colleges. Only UP domicile candidates can use it.
• All India quota seats close at much tighter ranks — AI quota closing ranks for top AKTU colleges are typically 15,000 to 20,000 ranks tighter than Home State quota ranks at the same branch.
• OBC-NCL closing ranks in 2025 ranged from 18,109 to 1,81,658 across all AKTU colleges — 34,462 ranks higher than the General category upper end of 1,47,196.
• UPTAC 2026 has 7 rounds in total. Round 1 cutoffs are now out. Later rounds release fresh OR-CR data through August 2026.
• Check the live 2026 OR-CR data at uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/ after selecting your round, college, course, and category.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Important Dates

UPTAC 2026 Round 1 seat allotment and cutoff were declared on June 27, 2026. The OR-CR data is now available at the official portal.

Later rounds will release fresh cutoff data through August 2026. Each round publishes its own opening and closing ranks.

Factors Affecting UPTAC 2026 Cutoff

The UPTAC cutoff depends on several factors. Your JEE Main 2026 rank is the primary factor. Your category also plays a role in determining the cutoff.

The quota type matters as well. Home State and All India quotas have different closing ranks for the same branch. The number of seats in a college and the number of applicants also affect the cutoff.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Home State vs All India Quota

The Home State quota holds 85% of seats in government AKTU colleges. Only UP domicile candidates can use this quota.

All India quota seats close at much tighter ranks. AI quota closing ranks for top AKTU colleges are typically 15,000 to 20,000 ranks tighter than Home State quota ranks at the same branch.

UPTAC Category-Wise Cutoff 2026

UPTAC publishes separate cutoffs for each category. General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories have different closing ranks.

OBC-NCL closing ranks in 2025 ranged from 18,109 to 1,81,658 across all AKTU colleges. This was 34,462 ranks higher than the General category upper end of 1,47,196.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Top AKTU Colleges

IET Lucknow is the most competitive government AKTU college for CSE. A General Home State candidate needs a rank under 41,000 to get CSE there.

IET Lucknow CSE-AI branch (General Home State) closed at 35,388 in Round 1 of 2025. Other government AKTU colleges have more relaxed cutoffs.

UPTAC Previous Year Cutoff Trends

Previous year cutoffs give a reliable benchmark for 2026. The table below shows year-wise closing ranks for IET Lucknow CSE (General, Home State quota).

This is the most tracked flagship programme in the UPTAC system.

Year	IET Lucknow CSE Closing Rank (General, Home State)
2025	Under 41,000
2025 (CSE-AI)	35,388

UPTAC Round-Wise Cutoff 2026

UPTAC 2026 has 7 rounds in total. Round 1 cutoffs are now out.

Rounds 2 through 4 and two Special Rounds will release fresh cutoffs through August 2026. Each round is a new chance to get a seat.

UPTAC Counselling Process 2026

UPTAC counselling is the process through which seats are allotted in AKTU-affiliated colleges. Candidates register based on their JEE Main 2026 rank.

Seat allotment happens in rounds. After each round, the OR-CR data is published. Candidates can accept the allotted seat or wait for a later round.

How to Check UPTAC Cutoff 2026

Check the live 2026 OR-CR data at uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/. Select your round, college, course, and category.

The portal will show the opening and closing ranks for your selection. Compare your rank with the closing rank to see if you qualify.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026 FAQs

What is the UPTAC qualifying cutoff?

The qualifying cutoff is the minimum JEE Main rank that lets you register for UPTAC counselling. Clearing it only gets you into counselling.

What is the UPTAC admission cutoff?

The admission cutoff is the closing rank at which a specific college-branch-category combination fills in a given round. Your rank must beat this cutoff for admission.

How many rounds does UPTAC 2026 have?

UPTAC 2026 has 7 rounds in total. Round 1 cutoffs are now out. Later rounds release fresh OR-CR data through August 2026.

What is the Home State quota in UPTAC?

The Home State quota holds 85% of seats in government AKTU colleges. Only UP domicile candidates can use it.

What rank is needed for CSE at IET Lucknow?

A General Home State candidate needs a rank under 41,000 for CSE at I

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Closing Rank Trends for IET Lucknow CSE

The closing rank for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at IET Lucknow has fluctuated significantly between 2022 and 2025. The table below shows the final round closing ranks for the General (Gen) Home State (HS) category.

Year	IET Lucknow CSE – Final Round Closing Rank (Gen, HS)	Overall Gen Category – Max Closing Rank (All AKTU Colleges)
2025	40,786 (Round 1; final round expected lower)	1,47,196
2024	30,752 (Final Round)	~1,51,726
2023	51,075 (Final Round)	~1,02,880
2022	23,127 (Final Round)	~93,841

The IET Lucknow CSE closing rank moved from 23,127 in 2022 to 51,075 in 2023. That is a shift of 27,948 ranks in a single year. It then tightened by 20,323 ranks in 2024 to settle at 30,752. The 2025 Round 1 figure of 40,786 suggests the final round will land somewhere between 2022 and 2023 levels once all rounds complete.

Overall General category closing ranks grew from about 93,841 in 2022 to about 1,51,726 in 2024. That is a rise of 57,885 ranks over three years. More candidates now compete for seats even at lower-tier AKTU colleges and non-CS branches.

Source: UPTAC Official OR-CR Portal

Is the UPTAC cutoff the same as the JEE Main qualifying cutoff?

No. The JEE Main qualifying cutoff is set by NTA. It lets you sit for JEE Advanced or apply for counselling. The UPTAC cutoff is the closing rank at which a specific AKTU college and branch fills during UP state counselling. They serve different purposes.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Important Dates

The table below lists all key UPTAC 2026 counselling events. Upcoming events appear first, followed by past events in order.

Event	Date (2026)	Status
Round 1 Seat Allotment Declared	June 27, 2026	Out Today
Round 1 Seat Confirmation and Willingness Declaration	June 28 – July 3, 2026	Upcoming
Round 2 Choice Filling	~July 5 – July 8, 2026	Upcoming
Round 2 Seat Allotment	~July 10, 2026	Upcoming
Internal Sliding Round	~July 15 – July 20, 2026	Upcoming
Round 3 Seat Allotment	~July 25, 2026	Upcoming
Round 4 Seat Allotment	~August 1, 2026	Upcoming
Special Rounds (Round 5 and Round 6)	~August 5 – August 10, 2026	Upcoming
Physical Reporting and Document Verification	~August 15 – August 31, 2026	Upcoming
Registration Window (One-Time)	May 25 – June 15, 2026	Over
Round 1 Choice Filling and Locking	June 22 – June 25, 2026	Over

Exact dates for rounds 2 to 4 and special rounds will be updated by UPTAC on the official portal. Check uptac.admissions.nic.in regularly for the latest schedule.

Factors Affecting UPTAC 2026 Cutoff

Several factors push the UPTAC cutoff higher or lower each year. Knowing them helps you read round-wise trends more accurately.

• JEE Main 2026 difficulty level: A tougher exam reduces the number of high-scorers. This can ease cutoffs at mid-tier AKTU colleges. Top colleges stay competitive regardless.
• Total number of JEE Main qualifiers: More candidates registering for UPTAC counselling pushes closing ranks higher across all categories and rounds.
• Available seat matrix: New colleges joining the AKTU system or expanded seats in less-popular branches can ease cutoffs in those combinations.
• Branch popularity: CSE, CSE (AI), CSE (Data Science), and IT always close at the tightest ranks. Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical branches close much later at every AKTU college.
• Quota and category: Home State candidates compete in a larger pool with more relaxed cutoffs. All India quota candidates face much tighter ranks at the same college and branch.
• Previous year cutoff trend: Students fill choices based on last year’s data. If a college barely missed your target last year, more students target it this year. That can push its cutoff even tighter.
• Round number: Round 1 cutoffs are tightest at top colleges. They relax in later rounds as students upgrade, freeze, or withdraw from counselling.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Home State vs All India Quota

The quota you fall under is one of the biggest factors in your UPTAC cutoff. UPTAC splits seats into two quotas at government and government-aided AKTU colleges.

85% of all seats go to UP domicile candidates under the Home State quota. The remaining 15% is the All India quota. Any candidate from any state can apply for AI seats. However, competition is much tighter because top-rank JEE Main students from all over the country compete for that 15%.

UPTAC Seat Quota: Home State vs All India

UPTAC divides seats into two quotas: Home State (HS) and All India (AI). The HS quota holds 85% of seats, and the AI quota holds 15%.

Quota	Seat Share	Who Can Apply	Closing Rank Comparison
Home State (HS)	85%	UP domicile candidates only	IET Lucknow CSE R1 closed at 40,786 (2025)
All India (AI)	15%	Candidates from any state	AI quota closing ranks are typically 15,000–20,000 ranks tighter at top AKTU colleges

Candidates with UP domicile compete in a larger pool. This pool generally has higher, more relaxed closing ranks. AI quota seats fill at lower, tighter rank numbers.

At top government engineering colleges in UP, the AI quota tends to close 15,000 to 20,000 ranks earlier than the HS quota for the same branch and category. Private AKTU-affiliated colleges may follow different quota rules. Some do not follow the 85/15 split. Check the specific college's seat matrix on the official UPTAC portal before filling choices.

UPTAC Category-Wise Cutoff 2026

UPTAC publishes separate opening and closing ranks for each category in every round. The table below shows the 2025 overall category-wise range across all AKTU-affiliated B.Tech colleges.

Category	Code	Opening Rank (2025, HS Quota)	Closing Rank (2025, HS Quota)
General	UPGE	7,259	1,47,196
OBC-NCL	UPBC	18,109	1,81,658
EWS	UPGEEWS	11,136	1,60,140
SC	UPSC	40,970	4,48,800
ST	UPST	3,67,052	10,37,865

Source: UPTAC Official OR-CR Portal (2025 Data). For the 2026 Round 1 category-wise cutoff, visit the OR-CR section at uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/. Select the round, institute, course, and category to see exact figures.

The OBC-NCL closing rank is 34,462 ranks higher than the General closing rank at the upper end of the 2025 range. SC candidates can secure seats at ranks up to 4,48,800. This reflects the broader set of AKTU colleges available through reservation. EWS candidates fall between General and OBC-NCL in closing rank levels.

Can OBC-NCL candidates compete under the General category cutoff?

Yes. If the rank is within the General category closing rank, admission can be sought under the General pool. The OBC-NCL reservation is not mandatory to use.

Once a General category seat is taken, the OBC seat behind it stays reserved for OBC candidates only.

UPTAC Cutoff 2026: Top AKTU Colleges

Closing ranks vary widely across AKTU-affiliated colleges. The table below shows Round 1 closing ranks at top government colleges in the UPTAC system in 2025 under the General Home State quota.

College	Branch	Round 1 Closing Rank – Gen HS (2025)
IET Lucknow (AKTU)	CSE (AI)	35,388
IET Lucknow (AKTU)	CSE	40,786
KNIT Sultanpur	CSE	59,638
KNIT Sultanpur	IT	67,966
MMMUT Gorakhpur	CSE	~76,643

IET Lucknow is the most competitive government AKTU college for CSE. Its CSE (AI) branch closed at 35,388 in Round 1 of 2025. The core CSE branch closed 5,398 ranks later at 40,786.

KNIT Sultanpur and MMMUT Gorakhpur serve students in the 60,000 to 80,000 rank band for CSE under the General Home State quota. For 2026, the Round 1 OR-CR data is now live on the official portal. The 2025 figures above are the closest reference benchmark.

Some universities like HBTU Kanpur conduct their own separate counselling outside UPTAC. Always verify the full college list for UPTAC 2026 at uptac.admissions.nic.in before filling choices.

UPTAC Previous Year Cutoff Trends

Year-on-year cutoff tracking helps understand how competitive a college or branch is over time. The table below shows IET Lucknow CSE final round closing ranks from 2022 to 2025. This is the most widely used benchmark in UPTAC discussions.

IET Lucknow CSE Closing Rank Trend (2022–2025)

The IET Lucknow CSE closing rank changed by 27,948 ranks between 2022 and 2023. That was a major relaxation in one cycle. It then tightened by 20,323 ranks in 2024.

Year	IET Lucknow CSE Final Closing Rank (Gen HS)	Year-on-Year Rank Shift	Trend Direction
2022	23,127	–	Baseline (tightest year in recent history)
2023	51,075	+27,948 ranks	Significant relaxation
2024	30,752	−20,323 ranks	Strong tightening
2025	~35,000 – 40,000 (estimated final)	+5,000 – 9,000 ranks from 2024 (est.)	Mild relaxation expected

UPTAC cutoffs are volatile. They respond sharply to JEE Main difficulty and student behaviour each cycle. Do not rely on just one year of data to predict your chances.

Overall General category closing ranks across all AKTU colleges grew from about 93,841 in 2022 to about 1,51,726 in 2024. That is a rise of 57,885 ranks over three years. The growth reflects more candidates competing for seats at lower-tier AKTU colleges. Rising JEE Main participation across UP drives this trend.

Source: UPTAC Official OR-CR Portal

Will the UPTAC 2026 Cutoff Be Tighter Than 2025?

Based on 2022 to 2024 trends, the IET Lucknow CSE closing rank has shifted by as much as 27,948 ranks in a single year. If JEE Main 2026 was harder this cycle, fewer students score competitively. That can ease cutoffs at some colleges.

If more students registered for UPTAC 2026 than in 2025, cutoffs can tighten. Watch Round 2 results closely to confirm the direction for the remaining rounds.

UPTAC Round-Wise Cutoff 2026

UPTAC releases a fresh set of opening and closing ranks after every round. Round 1 is now out. Later rounds follow a predictable pattern based on how students use their willingness options.

Round	Expected Date (2026)	Status	Typical Cutoff Behaviour
Round 1	June 27, 2026	Out Today	Tightest at top colleges; highest demand across all branches
Round 2	~July 10, 2026	Upcoming	Some seats open as high-rank students upgrade or freeze at better options
Internal Sliding Round	~July 15 – 20, 2026	Upcoming	Seat reallocated within the same college for Float candidates
Round 3	~July 25, 2026	Upcoming	Closing ranks relax further for mid-tier branches
Round 4	~August 1, 2026	Upcoming	Last major round; bottom-tier branches and colleges open widely
Special Rounds (1 and 2)	~August 5 – 10, 2026	Upcoming	Remaining vacant seats; very relaxed cutoffs for non-CS branches

If you got a seat in Round 1 and want to try for a better option, choose Float before the deadline. Your Round 1 seat stays held. In Round 2, the system tries to improve your allotment based on your updated locked choices.

If you get a better option, you move. If not, you keep your Round 1 seat. Choose Freeze only if you are satisfied with your allotment. Freeze means you exit all future rounds and accept the current seat.

UPTAC Counselling Process 2026

The UPTAC counselling runs entirely online at the official portal. Here is how each step works:

• Registration: You register once with your JEE Main roll number and pay the registration fee. This single registration covers all rounds of counselling.
• Choice Filling: Before each round, you fill and lock your preferred college-branch combinations in order of priority. Only locked choices are considered for allotment.
• Seat Allotment: The system assigns a seat based on your rank, category, quota, and the order of your locked choices. Higher-priority choices are tried first.
• Willingness Declaration: After getting your allotment, you declare Freeze (accept, exit), Float (keep seat, try to upgrade), or Withdraw (exit counselling entirely).
• Seat Confirmation Fee: You pay Rs. 20,000 (General, OBC, EWS) or Rs. 12,000 (SC, ST) to confirm your seat. This amount is adjusted against college fees at reporting.
• Physical Reporting: You report to your allotted college with original documents for final admission. The college verifies documents and completes enrollment.

How to Check UPTAC Cutoff 2026

Follow these steps to access the Round 1 OR-CR data on the official UPTAC portal:

How to Check UPTAC 2026 Round 1 Cutoff

The Opening Rank and Closing Rank (OR-CR) data for UPTAC 2026 is available on the official website. The direct link is uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/.

Follow these steps to check the cutoff for a specific college and course:

• Go to uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/.
• Select the year (2026) and the round (Round 1) from the dropdown menus.
• Choose the institute name from the list.
• Select the course and category.
• The table shows the opening rank and closing rank for that combination.
• Compare your JEE Main rank with the closing rank. If your rank is equal to or better than the closing rank, you were within range for that round.

If your rank is above (weaker than) the Round 1 closing rank for your target, do not stop there. Check the same combination in Round 2 data once it releases. Closing ranks loosen for most mid-tier branches across rounds.

UPTAC 2026 Round 1 Cutoff Basis

The UPTAC 2026 Round 1 cutoff is based on your JEE Main 2026 rank, your category (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS), your quota (Home State or All India), and your locked choice preferences. The system assigns the highest-priority locked choice for which your rank meets the closing rank in that round.

Expected Cutoff for CSE at IET Lucknow

Based on 2025 Round 1 data, IET Lucknow CSE closed at 40,786 for General Home State. The final round typically closes tighter as more students exit counselling.

Target a rank under 35,000 for IET Lucknow CSE in the General Home State category, based on 2022 to 2024 final round trends.

Opening Rank vs Closing Rank

The opening rank is the rank of the first candidate allotted a seat in a specific college, branch, category, and round. The closing rank is the rank of the last candidate allotted that combination.

If your rank falls between the opening and closing rank, you were within the admission range for that round.

How Cutoff Changes Across Rounds

Every round releases a fresh set of opening and closing ranks. Round 1 cutoffs are tightest at top colleges.

Later rounds see closing ranks relax for many branches as students upgrade, freeze, or withdraw. For less popular branches, the cutoff can shift by tens of thousands of ranks from Round 1 to Round 4.

What to Do If Your Rank Is Above the Closing Rank

If your rank is higher than the Round 1 closing rank for your preferred combination, you did not get a seat there in Round 1. Wait for Round 2.

Closing ranks typically relax in later rounds for many colleges and branches. You can also explore other branches at the same college or look at colleges where your rank fits better.

Cutoff for PwD Candidates

UPTAC maintains a separate closing rank for PwD (Persons with Disability) candidates within each category. PwD closing ranks are generally higher (more relaxed) than the corresponding category's general pool.

PwD reservation is a horizontal reservation that cuts across all categories, not just General.

Admission for Out-of-State Candidates

Students from outside UP can get admission through the All India quota — 15% of seats in government AKTU colleges. These seats are open to candidates from any state.

AI quota closing ranks are much tighter than Home State closing ranks for the same college and branch. AI quota seats at top AKTU colleges for CSE typically fill 15,000 to 20,000 ranks earlier than Home State quota seats.

Seat Confirmation Process After Round 1

After paying the seat confirmation fee, you declare your willingness option. If you choose Freeze, your seat is confirmed and you exit further rounds.

If you choose Float, your seat is held and you remain eligible for a better allotment in Round 2 based on your choice list. If Round 2 gives no improvement, your Round 1 seat stays.

UPTAC 2026 Rounds and Timeline

UPTAC 2026 has 7 rounds in total — 4 main rounds, 1 internal sliding round, and 2 special rounds. Round 1 results are out today, June 27, 2026.

The process is expected to run through August 2026 with physical reporting closing by end of August.

Where to Access OR-CR Data

The OR-CR data is published at uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/ after every round. Select the round, institute, course, and category to view the exact closing rank for any combination.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

UPTAC Cutoff vs JEE Main Qualifying Cutoff

The UPTAC cutoff is not the same as the JEE Main qualifying cutoff. The JEE Main qualifying cutoff is set by NTA and allows a candidate to sit for JEE Advanced or apply for counselling.

The UPTAC cutoff is the closing rank at which a specific AKTU college and branch fills during UP state counselling. These two cutoffs serve different purposes.

General Category Cutoff for OBC-NCL Candidates

OBC-NCL candidates can compete under the General category cutoff. If a candidate's rank is within the General category closing rank, they can seek admission under the General pool.

Candidates are not forced to use their OBC-NCL reservation. However, once a General category seat is taken, the OBC seat behind it stays reserved for OBC candidates only.

UPTAC 2026 Cutoff Trends

Based on 2022 to 2024 trends, the IET Lucknow CSE closing rank has shifted by as much as 27,948 ranks in a single year. If JEE Main 2026 was harder this cycle, fewer students score competitively, which can ease cutoffs at some colleges.

If more students registered for UPTAC 2026 than in 2025, cutoffs can tighten. Round 2 results should be watched closely to confirm the direction for the remaining rounds.

Basis of UPTAC 2026 Round 1 Cutoff

The UPTAC 2026 Round 1 cutoff is based on the JEE Main 2026 rank, category (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS), quota (Home State or All India), and locked choice preferences. The system assigns the highest-priority locked choice for which the rank meets the closing rank in that round.

Rank Required for CSE at IET Lucknow

Based on 2025 Round 1 data, IET Lucknow CSE closed at 40,786 for General Home State. The final round typically closes tighter as more students exit counselling.

Based on 2022 to 2024 final round trends, a candidate should target a rank under 35,000 for IET Lucknow CSE in the General Home State category.

Opening Rank vs Closing Rank

The opening rank is the rank of the first candidate allotted a seat in a specific college, branch, category, and round. The closing rank is the rank of the last candidate allotted that combination.

If a candidate's rank falls between the opening and closing rank, they were within the admission range for that round.

Round-wise Changes in UPTAC Cutoff

Every round releases a fresh set of opening and closing ranks. Round 1 cutoffs are tightest at top colleges.

Later rounds see closing ranks relax for many branches as students upgrade, freeze, or withdraw. For less popular branches, the cutoff can shift by tens of thousands of ranks from Round 1 to Round 4.

Action if Rank is Above Round 1 Closing Rank

If a candidate's rank is higher than the Round 1 closing rank for their preferred combination, they did not get a seat there in Round 1. They should wait for Round 2.

Closing ranks typically relax in later rounds for many colleges and branches. Candidates can also explore other branches at the same college or look at colleges where their rank fits better.

Separate UPTAC Cutoff for PwD Candidates

UPTAC maintains a separate closing rank for PwD (Persons with Disability) candidates within each category. PwD closing ranks are generally higher (more relaxed) than the corresponding category's general pool.

PwD reservation is a horizontal reservation that cuts across all categories, not just General.

Admission for Students from Outside UP

Students from outside UP can get admission through the All India quota, which covers 15% of seats in government AKTU colleges. These seats are open to candidates from any state.

AI quota closing ranks are much tighter than Home State closing ranks for the same college and branch. AI quota seats at top AKTU colleges for CSE typically fill 15,000 to 20,000 ranks earlier than Home State quota seats.

Process After Confirming Round 1 Seat

After paying the seat confirmation fee, the candidate declares their willingness option. If they choose Freeze, their seat is confirmed and they exit further rounds.

If they choose Float, their seat is held and they remain eligible for a better allotment in Round 2 based on their choice list. If Round 2 gives no improvement, their Round 1 seat stays.

Accessing UPTAC 2026 OR-CR Data

The OR-CR (Opening Rank - Closing Rank) data is published at uptac.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/ after every round. Select the round, institute, course, and category to view the exact closing rank for any combination.

Number of Rounds in UPTAC 2026

UPTAC 2026 has 7 rounds in total: 4 main rounds, 1 internal sliding round, and 2 special rounds. Round 1 results are out today, June 27, 2026.

The process is expected to run through August 2026 with physical reporting closing by end of August.