UPCET 2022 will likely be conducted in the fourth week of June 2022. The UPCET 2022 application forms will likely be released soon. The application window will likely be open for approximately two months. The exam will be conducted in the computer-based test mode across various centres.
Note: UPCET 2022 will not be valid for BTech and BArch admissions as it will be done on the basis of JEE Main and NATA scores respectively. MBA course admissions in institutes affiliated with AKTU will be done on the basis of CMAT scores.
Known earlier as UPSEE, Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test (UPCET) is a gateway for candidates seeking admission to various professional courses offered at the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) levels at all affiliated institutes of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT), Gorakhpur and Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur. The exam will be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) in the computer-based test mode across various cities.
The table below indicates some of the key highlights of the UPCET 2022 exam that the candidates must know. Take a look at the highlights below.
Features | Details |
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Exam name | Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test (UPCET) (Formerly known as UPSEE) |
Conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Exam-level | State-level |
Mode of Application | Online |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Mode of examination | Computer-based test mode |
Langauge | English and Hindi |
Application fee | INR 1,300 |
Exam pattern | Consists multiple-choice questions (MCQs) carrying four marks each |
Official website | https://upsee.nic.in |
General UPCET 2022/UPSEE Eligibility Criteria
UPCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria for MCA (Integrated)
UPCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria for BPharm
UPCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria for BHMCT/BFAD /BFA/B Voc/ BDes/MBA (Integrated)
UPCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria for MCA in any institution affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow
UPCET 2022 Eligibility Criteria for BTech Lateral Entry
Check out the table below to know the important dates for UPCET 2022.
Events |
Important Dates |
Details |
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UPCET 2022 registration dates |
Anytime soon |
The application forms will be available online |
Last date of application |
TBA | Candidates can fill the application form till midnight |
Final date for fee payment |
TBA | Application fees can be paid online |
Admit card release |
Third week of June 2022 | Admit cards will be available online |
UPCET 2022 application form correction facility |
First week of June 2022 | Candidates can edit their application forms if there is any discrepancy |
UPCET 2022 |
Fourth week of June 2022 | The exam will be conducted in the computer-based test mode |
Answer key release |
Fourth week of June 2022 | Answer keys will be released online after the exam is conducted |
Announcement of result |
Third week of July 2022 | The scorecards will be released on the official website |
Check out the important UPCET 2022 admission process:
Step 1: UPCET 2022 application form
Candidates can register online on the official website and fill the UPCET 2022 application form. The application fee is INR 1,300 which is to be paid online through debit/credit card or net banking. While filling up the UPCET application form, candidates can select up to five institutes/colleges to send their scores for admission. UPCET 2022 exam will be held in the computer-based test mode across various cities in India.
Step 2: UPCET 2022 admit card
UPCET 2022 admit cards will be released for the registered candidates a few days before the exam. Candidates must download their UPCET 2022 admit card and take a printout of the same before the exam, as it is a mandatory document. Admit cards can be downloaded till the exam day. To check the UPCET 2022 admit card, the candidates will have to log in using the required credentials. While visiting the exam centre, the candidates will have to present the UPCET admit card along with identity proof.
Step 3: UPCET 2022 exam
UPCET 2022 will be conducted in the computer-based test mode. The test will be conducted in more than 40 test centres across the country. Candidates will have to visit the exam centre to take the exam.
Step 4: UPCET 2022 result
NTA will announce the UPCET 2022 results online. The test takers can check UPCET 2022 result and download the scorecard by entering their login credentials. The scorecards will not be sent to any candidate by post. Candidates can check the result only in online mode. On the basis of the result, UPCET 2022 merit list will be prepared by the authorities. Candidates will be invited for the counselling session based on the merit list.
Along with the syllabus, the candidates are also advised to check the UPCET 2022 exam pattern. Details of the examination such as mode, duration, type of questions and more can be checked through the UPCET exam pattern. This will allow the candidates to be comfortable with the UPCET/UPSEE 2022 exam and be prepared for it.
Particulars | Details |
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Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (Online) |
Duration of Exam |
BPharm - 3 hours Other courses - 2 hours |
Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Medium of Exam |
UG, MBA (Integrated), MCA (Integrated) - English and Hindi PG - English |
Marking Scheme |
4 marks will be awarded for every correct answer. |
UPCET 2022 syllabus consists of the topics and subjects that the candidates will have to study for the entrance examination. It is to be noted that the UPCET 2022 syllabus will be different for every course that the candidates have opted for. By knowing the syllabus beforehand, the candidates will be able to know what has to be prepared for the UPCET/UPSEE 2022 exam.
All candidates who are listed in the merit list will be able to appear for UPCET 2022 counselling. NTA will be conducting the counselling session in online mode. During the counselling session, candidates will be allotted seats in their respective courses and colleges on the basis of merit. UPCET scores will be taken into consideration during allotment. Selected candidates will have to submit their documents and pay the fee for confirmation of admission
Through UPCET 2022, two types of reservations are given to candidates: vertical and horizontal. Candidates can check reservation of seats under both types below:
Vertical Reservation (Category)
Category | Reservation |
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Scheduled Caste (SC) from UP |
21% |
Scheduled Tribe (ST) from UP |
02% |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) from UP |
27% |
Horizontal Reservation (Sub-category available in each category):
Sub-Category | Code | Maximum Percentage of Total Seats |
---|---|---|
Dependents of Freedom Fighters from UP |
UPFF |
02% |
Sons/ Daughters of defense personnel of UP either retired (superannuated) or killed/ disabled in action or defense personnel posted in UP/ defense personnel domicile of UP & posted outside UP |
UPAF |
05% |
Physically Handicapped/ Disabled from UP |
UPHC |
03% |
Females from UP |
UPGL |
20% |
Note: The official website informs, “Candidates can be given only one type of horizontal reservation out of UPFF/ UPAF/ UPHC. However, the female candidates can also claim for any one of UPFF/ UPAF/ UPHC along with UPGL.”
The UPCET exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Candidates who wish to appear for UPCET 2022 must have secured at least 45% aggregate in Class 12 in the required subjects.
There is no age limit for admission to the undergraduate and postgraduate courses covered in UPCET 2022.
No, according to the latest updates admissions to BTech courses will not be provided through UPCET to colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates need to appear for JEE Main to be eligible for admissions to BTech courses.
Yes, candidates need to enter their Aadhar number in the online application form of UPCET. The application fee for UPCET 2022 exam is INR 1,300 for the General category and INR 650 for the reserved categories.
Yes, candidates belonging to reserved categories and women candidates will be given a fee concession. The application fee for them is INR 650.
No changes can be made once the UPCET application form has been submitted. Candidates must fill the application form carefully and check the details before submitting the application form.
Candidates can choose up to three test centres while filling the UPCET 2022 application form.
No, UPCET 2022 exam does not have negative marking. Each question carries four marks.
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