UPTAC 2025

UPTAC is Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling. It is an online state-level counselling held for admission to the first year of BTech/BArch/BBA/BMS/BCA/BDes/BPharm/BHMCT/BFAD/BFA/BVoc/MBA/MBA (Integrated)/MCA/MCA(Integrated)/M Tech (Integrated) and 2nd Year (Lateral Entry) of BTech/BPharmacy/MCA. The participating colleges of the UPTAC counselling are all institutions affiliated/constituent to AKTU and other state universities.

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow conducts the counselling process on behalf of Uttar Pradesh Technical Education Department. The centralised counselling is held based on various national-level entrance exam scores as given below.

 Highlights

Eligibility

Age limit: There is no age limit for admission to the courses covered in the counselling.

Nativity: Check various nativity requirements for the UPTAC counselling 2025 below:

• This counselling is open to the candidates who have passed the qualifying examination from any institution located in UP or whose parents are domicile of U.P subject to the eligibility conditions. If the candidate has passed the qualifying examination from outside UP, he/she has to upload the domicile certificate of his/her parents (Father OR Mother only) at the time of registration for online verification and to be produced in the original at the time of offline verification during physical reporting at the Institute where the seat has been allotted.

 Dates & Schedule

Syllabus

As of the 2025 academic session, the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) has aligned its admission process with national-level entrance examinations. Consequently, there is no separate UPTAC entrance exam or distinct syllabus. Admissions are based on scores from standardized national exams, each with its own prescribed syllabus. Below is a summary of the relevant exams and their associated syllabi:

1. Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) & Integrated Master of Technology (M.Tech):

• Entrance Exam: Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main
• Syllabus: The JEE Main syllabus encompasses topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, aligning with the Class 11 and Class 12 curricula.

2. Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology (B.Tech Biotechnology) & Bachelor of Technology in Agriculture (B.Tech Agriculture):

• Entrance Exam: Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG)
• Syllabus: The CUET UG syllabus includes sections on Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics, and General Knowledge, reflecting the Class 12 syllabus.

3. Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch):

• Entrance Exam: National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA)
• Syllabus: NATA assesses candidates on General Aptitude, Mathematics, and Drawing skills, focusing on architectural awareness and visualization abilities.

4. Bachelor of Design (B.Des), Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT), Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design (BFAD), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc), Integrated MBA, and Integrated MCA:

• Entrance Exam: Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG)
• Syllabus: The CUET UG syllabus covers domain-specific subjects pertinent to the chosen course, along with sections on language proficiency and general aptitude.

5. Master of Business Administration (MBA) & Master of Computer Applications (MCA):

• Entrance Exam: Common University Entrance Test Postgraduate (CUET PG)
• Syllabus: The CUET PG syllabus includes subject-specific topics relevant to the postgraduate course, as well as general sections on language comprehension, analytical skills, and logical reasoning.

Preparation Strategy

General Strategy (Applicable to All Exams)

Understand the Exam Pattern & Syllabus:

• Visit the official website of the respective entrance exam (JEE, CUET, NATA) and download the syllabus.
• Identify high-weightage topics from previous years’ papers.

Make a Study Plan:

• Allocate 3-4 months for concept-building and 1-2 months for revision and mock tests.
• Create a weekly timetable covering all subjects.

Use NCERT Books as a Foundation:

• For JEE & CUET, NCERT books for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology are a must.
• For aptitude-based sections (CUET/NATA), practice logical reasoning, verbal ability, and general knowledge.

Revise & Practice Regularly:

• Make short notes and flashcards for quick revision.
• Attempt chapter-wise and full-length mock tests to improve time management.
• Solve previous years’ question papers to understand the question pattern.

Focus on Time Management & Accuracy:

• Develop a strategy for solving questions quickly and accurately.
• Use shortcuts and tricks for calculations, especially in Math and Logical Reasoning.

Stay Motivated & Healthy:

• Take short breaks during study sessions to maintain focus.
• Ensure proper sleep, a balanced diet, and some form of physical activity.

Subject-Wise Strategy

For JEE Main (B.Tech Admissions)

🔹 Mathematics:

• Focus on Calculus, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, and Probability.
• Solve high-difficulty-level problems and practice time-bound tests.

🔹 Physics:

• Prioritize Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Optics, and Thermodynamics.
• Concept clarity is crucial; solve numerical problems daily.

🔹 Chemistry:

• Physical Chemistry: Learn formulas & practice numerical problems.
• Organic Chemistry: Focus on reaction mechanisms and name reactions.
• Inorganic Chemistry: Revise periodic table trends and coordination chemistry.

Recommended Books:

• NCERT (Class 11 & 12) – Must
• HC Verma (Physics)
• RD Sharma (Mathematics)
• OP Tandon (Chemistry)
• Previous 10 years’ JEE papers

For CUET UG (B.Tech Biotechnology, B.Pharm, BBA, etc.)

🔹 Domain-Specific Subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Math, etc.)

• Study NCERT thoroughly.
• Focus on topics relevant to your chosen course.
• Practice MCQs to strengthen speed and accuracy.

🔹 General Aptitude & Logical Reasoning:

• Solve puzzles, seating arrangements, and data interpretation questions.

🔹 English Language:

• Focus on reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Read newspapers and practice mock tests regularly.

Recommended Books:

• NCERT (For Subject-Specific Sections)
• RS Aggarwal (Quant & Reasoning)
• Wren & Martin (English Grammar)
• Arihant CUET Guide

For NATA (B.Arch Admissions)

🔹 Mathematics: Similar to JEE but with a focus on basic concepts.
🔹 Aptitude & General Knowledge:

• Learn about architectural awareness, famous buildings, and history of architecture.
• Practice pattern recognition, symmetry, and visualization questions.
  🔹 Drawing & Sketching:
• Practice perspective drawing, 3D compositions, and freehand sketching.

Recommended Books:

• NATA Study Guide by Arihant
• NATA & B.Arch Complete Self-Study Guide