Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow has officially released the tentative counselling schedule for UPTAC 2026 B.Tech admissions. The counselling process will be conducted for admissions into B.Tech courses across engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
According to the official notice issued on 23 May 2026, online registration for B.Tech counselling will begin from 25 May 2026. The schedule includes registration dates, document verification, choice filling, seat allotment, special rounds, and physical reporting timelines.
UPTAC 2026 Registration Date
Students who appeared in JEE Main 2026 and are eligible for Uttar Pradesh counselling can apply online from:
- Registration Start Date: 25 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2026
The university has clearly mentioned that registration will only be allowed during Round 1 for regular counselling rounds.
Important Highlights of UPTAC 2026
- Counselling conducted by AKTU Lucknow
- Admission for B.Tech courses
- Based on JEE Main 2026 and CUET UG 2026
- Multiple counselling rounds including special rounds
- Internal sliding facility available
- Online counselling process
UPTAC 2026 Counselling Schedule
Round 1 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration & Fee Payment | 25 May – 15 June 2026 |
| Document Verification | 28 May – 20 June 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | 22 June – 25 June 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | 27 June 2026 |
| Seat Confirmation Fee Payment | 27 June – 29 June 2026 |
| Freeze/Float Option | 27 June – 29 June 2026 |
Round 2 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Choice Filling Modification | 30 June – 1 July 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | 3 July 2026 |
| Seat Confirmation Fee | 3 July – 5 July 2026 |
| Withdrawal Window | 3 July – 5 July 2026 |
Round 3 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Final Choice Locking | 6 July – 7 July 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | 9 July 2026 |
| Seat Confirmation Fee | 9 July – 10 July 2026 |
| Withdrawal Window | 9 July – 10 July 2026 |
Round 4 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Allotment | 11 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment | 11 July – 13 July 2026 |
| Physical Reporting | 14 July – 16 July 2026 |
Internal Sliding Round
AKTU will also conduct an internal sliding round for students who have physically reported at their allotted institutes.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Internal Sliding Willingness | 14 July – 16 July 2026 |
| Internal Sliding Result | 18 July 2026 |
Special Round 1 Schedule
Special Round 1 will be conducted for candidates based on:
- JEE Main 2026
- CUET UG 2026
- 10+2 Merit
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Phase 2 | 18 July – 21 July 2026 |
| Document Verification | 18 July – 22 July 2026 |
| Choice Filling | 19 July – 23 July 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | 25 July 2026 |
| Physical Reporting | 27 July – 28 July 2026 |
Special Round 2 Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | 27 July – 28 July 2026 |
| Choice Filling | 27 July – 30 July 2026 |
| Seat Allotment | 31 July 2026 |
| Physical Reporting | 31 July – 3 August 2026 |
Documents Required for UPTAC 2026 Counselling
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- JEE Main 2026 Scorecard
- Class 10th Marksheet
- Class 12th Marksheet
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size Photographs
Seat Confirmation Fee
Candidates who get allotted seats must pay the confirmation fee online:
- ₹20,000 for General/OBC candidates
- ₹12,000 for SC/ST candidates
Important Instructions for Students
- Complete registration before the deadline.
- Carefully lock your choices during counselling.
- Missing physical reporting may lead to cancellation of admission.
- No refund will be provided in some special rounds after allotment.
- Keep checking the official counselling portal regularly.
Official Notice Released by AKTU
AKTU has stated that the counselling schedule is tentative and subject to seat matrix availability. The official notification was released from AKTU Lucknow on 23 May 2026.
| Download Official Notification | click here |
| More AKTU Updates | click here |
Conclusion
UPTAC 2026 counselling is one of the most important admission processes for engineering aspirants in Uttar Pradesh. Students aiming for AKTU-affiliated colleges should complete their registration on time and stay updated with all counselling rounds.
Candidates are advised to prepare documents early and regularly monitor official updates to avoid missing any important deadlines.