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    UPCET Eligibility Criteria 2022: Age Limit, Qualification and Reservation

    Sachin Gupta Sachin Gupta
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    UPCET Eligibility Criteria 2022 is defined across different courses and categories for candidates seeking admission to various state universities and colleges in UP. UPCET 2022 is expected to be conducted in June 2022. The application process will tentatively begin in the first week of April 2022. CheckUPCET Exam Dates 2021 

    • Before proceeding with UPCET Registration Process 2022, the candidates need to make sure they meet the eligibility criteria specified by the authorities. There is no age limit to apply for UPCET 2021.
    • It must be noted that with effect from the academic year 2021-22, admission to B.Tech, B.Arch courses at colleges affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow, and other universities of Uttar Pradesh is based on JEE Main scores.
    • Students applying for UPCET 2022 will be eligible for admission to BBA, B.Arch., BHMCT, BFAD, BFA, B. Voc, B. Pharm, B. Des., MCA, MBA (Integrated), M.Tech., M.Tech. (Integrated), M.Sc. and Lateral entry to B. Tech/B. Pharm offered at AKTU, MMMUT, and other state universities of Uttar Pradesh.

    The institutes that accept UPSEE Scores have specified different eligibility criteria. Read the following article to get acquainted with UPCET General Eligibility Criteria, UPCET Course-wise Eligibility Criteria, UPCET Eligibility Criteria for NRIs, and much more. 

    CheckUPCET Exam Pattern 2022

    Table of Contents

    1. UPCET 2022: General Eligibility Criteria
      1.1 Age
      1.2 Domicile
      1.3 Nationality
    2. UPCET 2022: Eligibility for UG Courses
      2.1 UPCET Eligibility 2022: AKTU
      2.2 UPCET Eligibility 2022: MMMUT
    3. UPCET 2022 Eligibility: Lateral Entry
      3.1 UPCET Eligibility 2022: AKTU
      3.2 UPCET Eligibility 2022: MMMUT
    4. UPCET 2022: Eligibility for PG Courses
      4.1 UPCET Eligibility 2022: AKTU
      4.2 UPCET Eligibility 2022: MMMUT
    5. Reservation Categories and Criteria
      5.1 Vertical Reservation
      5.2 Horizontal Reservation (Sub-category available in each category): 
    6. Eligibility Criteria for NRIs
    7. UPCET Eligibility 2022 FAQs
    General Eligibility Criteria

    UPCET 2022: General Eligibility Criteria

    Age

    • Candidates up to any age can appear for UPCET 2022. 
    • Candidates who are due to appear for the qualifying examination or have appeared but results are awaited are eligible for admission
    • Candidates whose results are not declared at the time of document verification shall not be considered for admissions.

    Domicile

    • The candidates who have passed the qualifying examination from any institute in UP or whose parents are domicile of the same state are eligible to appear for UPCET 2022. 
    • Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying examination outside of UP need to provide the domicile certificate of the parents at the time of verification. 

    Nationality

    • Indian/NRI/FN/PIO candidates can apply for this exam.
    • NRI candidates who possess minimum requisite qualifications may get direct admission on 5% seats of total intake in all courses except MBA and MCA.
    • NRI candidates who wish to opt for B.Arch. need to appear in the aptitude test. 
    • The foreign nationals who passed the qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics which is considered equivalent to the (10+2) examination by the Association of Indian Universities will be eligible for admissions.
    Eligibility for UG Courses

    UPCET 2022: Eligibility for UG Courses

    UPCET Eligibility 2022: AKTU

    For admissions to 4 years Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma):

    • Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board. 
    • Candidates need to have Physics and Chemistry along with Mathematics/ Biology as compulsory subjects.
    • Candidates need to score at least 55% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 4 years Bachelor of Design (B.Des):

    • Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT):

    • Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 3 year Bachelor of Vocational courses (B.Voc):

    • Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA):

    • Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design (BFAD):

    • Candidates need to pass (with/without grace) intermediate examination of the U.P. Board or its equivalent. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 5 year Master of Computer Applications (Integrated):

    • Students need to pass BCA/ Bachelor in Computer Science Engineering or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India. 
    • Candidates need to secure passing marks in mathematics at the 12th or graduation level. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 5 year MBA (Integrated):

    • Candidates need to possess a three-year bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from any recognized institute in India. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 45% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    UPCET Eligibility 2022: MMMUT

    For admissions to 3 year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA):

    • Candidates need to pass 10+2 in any discipline.
    • Candidates need to score at least 55% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)
    • Candidates need to have English as a compulsory subject in 10+2. 

    For admissions to 4 year Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma):

    • Candidates need to pass 10+2 with at least 55% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)
    • Candidates need to have Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology as compulsory subjects. 
    UPCET Lateral Entry

    UPCET 2022 Eligibility: Lateral Entry

    UPCET Eligibility 2022: AKTU

    The eligibility criteria for lateral entry in “B.Tech. for Engineering Diploma holders or B.Sc. Graduates with Mathematics as one of the subjects at XII standard”/ “B.Pharm for Diploma holders” in the third semester (second year)” is tabulated below. 

    Name of the CourseCompulsory SubjectsMinimum Marks
    B.Tech for Diploma HoldersMathematics60% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
    B.Tech for B.Sc. graduatesMathematics60% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
    B.Pharm-45% marks (40% relaxation for SC/ST)

    UPCET Eligibility 2022: MMMUT

    Name of the CourseQualifying ExaminationMinimum Marks
    B.Tech for Diploma Holders¾ diploma examination60% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
    B.Tech for B.Sc. graduates¾ year degree examination60% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
    Eligibility for PG Courses

    UPCET 2022: Eligibility for PG Courses

    UPCET Eligibility 2022: AKTU

    For admissions to 2 year Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

    • Students need to pass BCA/ Bachelor in Computer Science Engineering or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
    • Candidates need to secure passing marks in mathematics at the 12th or graduation level. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 2 year Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    • Students need to possess a 3-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
    • Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    UPCET Eligibility 2022: MMMUT

    For admissions to 2 year Master of Computer Applications (MCA):

    • Students need to possess a 3-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
    • Candidates need to secure passing marks in mathematics at the 12th or graduation level. 
    • Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to 2 year Master of Business Administration (MBA):

    • Students need to possess a 3-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent degree from any recognized institute in India.
    • Candidates need to score at least 50% in the qualifying examination (5% relaxation for reserved categories.)

    For admissions to M.Sc: 

    The eligibility criteria for admissions to M.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) are tabulated below.

    SpecializationQualifying ExaminationCompulsory SubjectMinimum Marks
    Physics3 years Bachelors in SciencePhysics for 3 years Maths for at least 2 years50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
    Maths3 years Bachelors in ScienceMathematics for 3 years50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)
    Chemistry3 years Bachelors in ScienceChemistry for 3 years50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST)

    For admissions to M.Tech:

    M.Tech comprises specializations in 5 Engineering disciplines namely, Civil Engg., Electronics & Comm. Engg., Mechanical Engg., Computer Sc. & Engg. /Information Technology, Electrical Engg. The eligibility criteria for the same have been tabulated below for assisting the students. 

    DepartmentSpecializationEligibility
    Civil EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering
    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Civil/ Environmental/ Chemical/ Structural/ Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology and Management.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Hill Area Dev. Engineering
    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree inCivil/ Environmental / Structural / Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology And Management.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Structural Engineering
    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Civil/ Environmental/ Chemical/ Structural/ Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology and Management.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

    Seismic Design and Earthquake Engineering

    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Civil/ Environmental/ Chemical/ Structural/ Agricultural/ Construction Technology/ Construction Technology and Management.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Computer Science and Engineering

    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Computer Science/ Computer Sc. and Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Software Engineering.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Information Technology & Computer Applications

    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Information Technology/Computer Science/ Computer Sc. and Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Software Engineering/MCA.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Electrical Engineering Power Electronics & Drives
    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in either Electrical Engineering (EE) or Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EN)
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

    Control & Instrument. 

    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Engineering /Technology in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, and Instrumental Engineering.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Electronics and Comm. Engineering Digital Systems 
    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

    Comm. Engineering 

    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree in Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Mechanical EngineeringComputer Integrated Manufact. 
    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent. Engineering degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Manufacturing / Automobile / Aerospace Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured

    Energy Technology and Management

    • B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent Engineering degree inMechanical / Production / Industrial /Energy /Chemical /Automobile/ Aerospace Engineering /Space Engineering and Rocketry.
    • First Class or 6.75 CGPA as minimum marks secured
    Reservation Categories

    UPCET 2022 Reservation Categories and Criteria

    The Reservation of Seats is subject to change even up to the date of admission as stated by the government of Uttar Pradesh.

    • 15% of the total seats are reserved for the Management quota and NRI candidates. 
    • *20% of the total seats are available for admissions to the candidates in the colleges affiliated to AKTU/ MMMUT who belong to the unreserved category.
    • 85% of the total seats in all the courses for the private colleges will be reserved for UPCET 2022 qualified candidates.
    • 100% of the total seats in all the courses of the first year for the Government/ Government Aided/ Government Self Financed Institutes will be reserved for UPCET 2022 qualified candidates.

    Vertical Reservation

    CategoryPercentage of Reservation
    Scheduled Caste from U.P 21% 
    Scheduled Tribe from U.P 02% 
    Other Backward Classes from U.P 27% 

    Horizontal Reservation (Sub-category available in each category): 

    Sub-CategoryMaximum Percentage of Total Seats
    Dependants of Freedom Fighters from UP2
    Sons/Daughters of defense personnel of UP either retired/ killed/disabled in action or defense personnel posted in UP/ Defense personnel of UP and posted outside UP 5
    Divyangjan from UP3
    Female from UP20
    • The candidates can avail of only one type of horizontal reservation except for female candidates. These candidates can obtain the benefits of any sub-category of the horizontal reservation including their own.
    • The candidates need to fill the application form carefully. The authorities won’t entertain any requests for change in category or sub-category.
    • Before filling the application form, the candidates must check the validity of their category certificates. The relevant documents need to be included in the application form. Otherwise, the candidate will be subjected to no reservation benefit.
    • The Sons/Daughters of defense personnel of UP either retired/ killed/disabled in action or defense personnel posted in UP/ Defense personnel of UP and posted outside UP need to produce Certificate numbers 4,5, and 6 at the time of counseling.

    Note: The candidates who wish to seek admissions in M.Tech courses won’t be subjected to the benefits under horizontal reservation.

    Eligibility Criteria for NRIs

    Eligibility Criteria for NRIs

    • NRIs who wish to opt for B.Arch need to appear for the Aptitude Test.
    • NRI candidates who possess minimum requisite qualification may get direct admission on 5% seats of total intake in State-Funded and Private Institutions of Uttar Pradesh in all courses except MBA and MCA.
    • NRIs need to pass the qualifying examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from an Institution situated outside India, which is considered equivalent to (10+2) examination by the Association of Indian Universities. OR
      • Need to pass High School Certificate Education (GCE) examination with Physics, Chemistry and Higher Mathematics (A) from London / Cambridge / Sri Lanka. 
      • Need to appear in SAT II examination with Mathematics level II C, Physics and Chemistry. 
    UPCET Eligibility FAQs

    UPCET Eligibility 2022 FAQs

    Ques. What is the minimum qualification required for applying to UPCET as per UPCET Eligibility 2022?

    Ans. The minimum qualification required varies for each course. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria for UPCET 2022 as per their course. One plus point of appearing for UPCET is that there is no upper age limit. Candidates up to any age can appear for the exam. 

    Ques. UPCET Eligibility 2022 allows one to appear for the exam how many times?

    Ans. There is no frequency limit set by the authorities in UPCET Eligibility 2022. The candidates can appear for the exam as many times as they please. However, they must note that the exam is conducted only once every year. They will be obligated to wait for a good amount of time to reappear for UPCET 2022. 

    Ques. My parents possess a domicile of Bihar. Am I eligible to appear for UPCET 2022?

    Ans. You are eligible for UPCET 2022, only if you have passed the latest examination from UP. Otherwise, you won’t be allowed to appear for UPCET 2022. 

    Ques. Does UPCET Eligibility 2022 allow the candidates who are not from UP to appear for the exam?

    Ans. The candidates who do not belong to UP can appear for UPCET 2022. However, they must remember that they will be treated under General Category. The authorities will reserve seats for various categories under UPCET Eligibility 2022. 

    Ques. Can those students apply for UPCET 2022 whose results have been declared as of yet? 

    Ans. The students whose results have not been declared and who are appearing for their final semester examination this year can apply for UPCET 2022. However, as per UPCET Eligibility 2022, the students would be requied to provide the transcript of the results at the time of document verification. Otherwise, their candidature will be doomed.

    Ques. Does UPCET Eligibility Criteria require NRIs to appear for UPCET 2022?

    Ans. No, NRIs are not required to appear for UPCET 2022. They have separate criteria as specified under UPCET Eligibility Criteria 2022. The candidates need to make sure they check out the same on the official website before applying for the exam. 

    Ques. Can candidates who possess backlogs apply for M.Tech in UPCET 2022?

    Ans. UPCET Eligibility Criteria 2022 states that the candidate needs to be a graduate of a recognized institute. The backlogs need to be cleared if any at the time of applying for the exam. Also, the candidates need to be first-class graduates or possess a CGPA greater than 6.75.

    UPCET 2024 : 3 Answered QuestionsView All

    • Top Answer By Jayashree Dalui on 28-Jun-2022

    Ans. UPCET was formally known as UPCET. In 2021, National Testing Agency (NTA) renamed UPSEE to UPCET. If you are appearing in UPCET 2022, you can find the application form on UPCET. Go through the eligibility criteria before filling up the form thoroughly and make sure you are fulfilling the eligibility.  Read more

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    • Top Answer By Souvick Mukharjee on 28-Jun-2022

    Ans. The last date of application for UPCET 2022 through CUET, for undergraduate courses, was May 2022. CUET 2022 examination for UG courses is scheduled for the first week of July 2022. The counseling will start around the 3rd week of July. For CUET PG, the registration has been extended till 4th July 2022. Read more

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    • Top Answer By Sanchita Biswas on 06-Jun-2022

    Ans. UPCET, formally UPSEE is the entrance for students seeking admission to various professional courses in UG and PG by A.P.J Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU). For 2022, the examination is scheduled to be conducted in the fourth week of June.  Yes, it will be conducted online. The examination will be conducted by NTA, across various cities.  Read more

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