UPTAC in short
UPTAC is the counselling run by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow for B.Tech seats in Uttar Pradesh’s government, aided and private engineering colleges affiliated to AKTU. B.Tech seats are allotted on JEE Main rank. Registration costs ₹1,000, and accepting a seat needs a seat confirmation fee.
Key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | AKTU, Lucknow |
| Basis for B.Tech | JEE Main rank |
| Eligibility | Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics compulsory plus one additional subject such as Chemistry, Biology or a technical vocational subject; 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories) |
| Registration fee (2026) | ₹1,000 |
| Seat confirmation fee (2026) | ₹20,000 (General/OBC), ₹12,000 (SC/ST), adjusted against the college fee |
| Rounds | Several main rounds, followed by special rounds for vacant seats |
Compiled from AKTU’s 2026 counselling notices as reported; the UPTAC portal was unavailable when this page was checked. Confirm the portal address, round dates and fees on AKTU’s official website before paying.
Tips
- UPTAC covers AKTU-affiliated government, aided and private engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Check each college’s participation in the current year’s seat matrix.
- Registration is usually allowed only before the first round, so do not wait for JoSAA results to register.
- Keep your UP domicile and category certificates ready for document verification.
UPTAC step by step
- Register online on the official portal during the registration window and pay the fee.
- Fill and lock your choices of colleges and branches in order of preference.
- Check each round’s seat allotment and accept (freeze) or ask for an upgrade, as the rules allow.
- Upload documents or report for verification and pay the seat acceptance or admission fee by the deadline.
- Report to the allotted college with original documents.
Documents usually required
- JEE Main admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 certificate (for date of birth) and Class 12 marksheet
- Category certificate (EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST) in the format the state requires, if applicable
- Domicile or region proof (for home-state or Delhi region seats)
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Photo ID (Aadhaar or similar) and passport-size photographs
Always use the document list in the current year’s brochure; formats and validity dates are strictly checked.
Choice-filling tips
- Fill many choices, ordered by your real preference, not by expected cutoff.
- Mix safe, likely and stretch options using last year’s closing ranks; check what your rank reached in JoSAA for comparison.
- Do not drop a JoSAA seat until you have a confirmed better seat here.
- Note every fee and refund rule before accepting a seat, and keep payment receipts.
Is UPTAC only for Uttar Pradesh students?
UPTAC follows Uttar Pradesh admission rules, including state reservation for UP domicile candidates. Check the current brochure for seats open to candidates from other states.
Can I join UPTAC without a good JEE Main rank?
B.Tech seats are allotted on JEE Main rank. Check the current AKTU rules for any rounds that use other criteria for vacant seats.