UPCET is an entrance test for candidates looking for admission to courses at the undergraduate level and postgraduate level at all affiliated institutes of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow is a State Government University. Formerly known as UPTU.
UPCET is an entrance test for candidates looking for admission to courses at the undergraduate level and postgraduate level at all affiliated institutes of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow is a State Government University. Formerly known as UPTU.
UPCET Eligibility Criteria for B.Tech –
| Exam Name | Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test |
| Exam is conducted by | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Level | State Level |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | CBT – Computer based Test |
| Application Fees | 1300 rupees for males/ General/ OBC/ General EWS
650 rupees for females/ SC/ST |
| For B.Tech Admission | In 10+2 Physics and Maths are compulsory |
| For B.Tech Lateral Entry Admission | Candidates who have passed three years Diploma in engineering from an Institution with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) |
| Frequency of exam | Once in a year |
| Age Limit | No age limit for admission to the undergraduate and postgraduate courses affiliated to AKTU |
| Cutoff percentage set by UPCET 2021 | The cutoff percentage of marks in UPCET 2021 for the merit of successful candidates is 25% (20% for SC/ST) as per the UP State Government. |