UPTAC Counselling 2025 Live at uptac.admissions.nic.in – Full Schedule from Round 1 to Special Round 2

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) conducts the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC Counselling 2025) each year for admissions to B.Tech, B.Arch, MBA, MCA, etc., in affiliated institutions across Uttar Pradesh. Based on national entrance exam ranks (JEE Main, CUET‑UG, NATA), UPTAC 2025 comprises five regular rounds + two special rounds. This guide covers everything from registration and choice‑filling to seat allotment and document verification, current as of July 29, 2025.

Registration, Fee Payment & Document Upload

• Urban and rural candidates: Registration window for JEE Main, CUET‑UG, and non‑JEE/Non‑CUET UG candidates ran from May 27 to July 15, 2025.
• Registration fee: ₹1,000 (non‑refundable) for all categories.
• Upload scanned copy of:
  • Photograph and signature
  • Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates
  • JEE Main/CUET‑UG/NATA admit card and scorecard
  • Aadhaar/PAN/passport
  • Category, domicile, income, character certificates (if applicable)
  • Transfer/migration certificate.

Document Verification and Query Response

• Primary verification window: May 30 to July 15 (extended) and responses to queries handled until July 20, 2025.
• Candidates who failed initial verification had opportunities to correct documents and resubmit within query‑response period.

Round 1 Choice Filling, Seat Allotment & Confirmation

Choice Filling & Locking

• Main Round 1 choice filling began on July 24 and continued until July 27, 2025 (originally planned July 10–12).
• Eligible candidates who completed document verification could log in (JEE Main/CUET/NATA number + password) and select as many colleges and branches as desired in preferential order.
• After submission, candidates must lock their choices before the deadline.

Round 1 Seat Allotment & Willingness Decision

• Seat allotment for JEE Main candidates was published on July 30, 2025.
• Candidates had until August 1 to submit willingness (freeze or float option).
• Seat confirmation fee was:
  • ₹20,000 for UR/OBC/EWS
  • ₹12,000 for SC/ST category.
• Physical reporting to allotted institute was scheduled August 1–4 for freeze candidates.

Rounds 2 to 5 – Choice Changes, Upgradation & Internal Sliding

The subsequent rounds offered candidates opportunities to upgrade, alter choices, or confirm seats:

Round 2

• Alteration/locking window: August 2–3
• Seat allotment: August 5, 2025
• Willingness submission: Aug 5–7
• Payment window: Aug 5–7
• Withdrawal option offered during Aug 5–7

Round 3

• Final online choice locking: August 8–9
• Seat allotment: August 11
• Fee payment & freeze/float: August 11–12
• Withdrawal option same days

Round 4

• Automatic freeze seat allotment: August 13
• Confirmation payment: Aug 13–15
• Withdrawal window: Aug 13–21
• Physical reporting: August 18–21 (mandatory)

Round 5 – Internal Sliding

• Only for candidates who had physically reported.
• Online willingness: Aug 18–21
• Internal sliding allocation: August 22
• Seat vacancy rollout and preparation for special rounds followed.

Special Rounds (Rounds 6 & 7)

Reserved for candidates who didn’t register earlier or withdrew from earlier rounds:

Special Round 1 (Round 6):

• Registration window: May 27 to August 24
• Fee payment: Aug 22–24
• Document verification: Aug 22–25
• Choice filling: Aug 23–26
• Seat allotment: Aug 27 (non‑refundable seat)
• Physical reporting: Aug 28–29

Special Round 2 (Round 7):

• Registration: Aug 28–30
• Fee payment: Aug 28–30
• Document verification: Aug 28–31
• Choice filling: Aug 28–Sept 1
• Seat allotment: Sept 2
• Physical reporting deadline: September 3, 2025.

Seat Allotment Criteria & Category‑Wise Fees

• Seat allotment is based on:
  • Candidate’s merit (rank in entrance exam)
  • Reservation category
  • Preferences filled in the portal.
• Seat confirmation fee (once seat allotted):
  • UR/OBC/EWS: ₹20,000
  • SC/ST: ₹12,000
• Note: Some earlier blogs incorrectly mentioned ₹2,000 / ₹1,200 — actual fee is ₹20,000 / ₹12,000 according to multiple official updates.
• Participating fee for initial registration: ₹1,000.

Eligibility & Required Documents

Eligibility

• Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with minimum percentage (typically 45% aggregate, relaxations per category).
• Must have a valid rank in JEE Main 2025, CUET‑UG 2025, or NATA 2024/25 (for B.Arch).

Documents Checklist

1. Passport-size photographs (recent)
2. Signature
3. Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and passing certificates
4. JEE Main / CUET‑UG / NATA admit card & scorecard
5. Aadhaar/PAN/Passport
6. Category and subcategory certificates (SC / ST / OBC / EWS etc.)
7. Domicile certificate (UP, if applicable)
8. Income certificate (for EWS/OBC)
9. Transfer/migration certificate
10. Character certificate

Step‑by‑Step Process at a Glance

Key Updates & Corrections Over Earlier Reports

1. Choice filling for Round 1 began on July 24, not July 10–12 as some early sources claimed.
2. Seat confirmation fee is ₹20,000/₹12,000, not ₹2,000/₹1,200.
3. Registration window extended to July 15, 2025 (instead of June 30) per official schedule updates.

Tips for Candidates

• Monitor the UPTAC portal regularly — SMS/email alerts communicate important updates.
• Fill and lock choices wisely: List your safe, moderate, and dream colleges proportionally.
• Report to the institute for freeze option within deadlines — otherwise your seat may lapse.
• Candidates who floated their seat can still opt for upgrades in later rounds.
• Document accuracy is crucial — timely respond to verification queries.
• After special rounds end (Sept 3), cancellation without refund applies if you don’t report.

FAQs on UPTAC Counselling 2025

Q: Can CUET‑UG candidates get seat allotment in Round 1?
A: No, only JEE Main candidates are allotted seats in the main counselling rounds (Rounds 1–5); CUET‑UG candidates participate only in special rounds (Round 6 & 7).

Q: Can I withdraw after seat allotment?
A: Yes, withdrawal windows are available in Rounds 2 and 3 (Aug 5–7 & Aug 11–12). However, seat confirmation fees are non‑refundable if you withdraw after paying.

Q: Is there age limit for UPTAC?
A: No specific age limit is prescribed for counselling participants.

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Conclusion on UPTAC Counselling 2025

As of July 29, 2025, the UPTAC counselling 2025 process is well underway, with Round 1 completed, and Round 2 choice‑filling imminent or ongoing for upgrade seekers. The special counselling rounds will continue until September 3, 2025, offering final windows to eligible candidates.

Remember: Always rely on the official UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) for accurate updates. Bookmark the timeline above, be prompt with documents, and approach choice filling strategically. All the best in securing your preferred seat in UP’s engineering landscape!