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Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC)

• Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff has been released by the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh along with the results. Candidates can check the category-wise, college-wise, and course-wise cutoff ranks on the official website https://uptac.admissions.nic.in/.

This page provides the detailed UPTAC cutoff analysis for 2023, helping students estimate admission chances in top colleges.


UPTAC 2023 cutoff for General category ranges from 819 to 1,105,756 rank, while AI, BC, BC AF, and BC Girl cutoffs are lower based on category reservations. Candidates with rank under 1,090,015 have high chances of getting top colleges like BIET Jhansi, NIET Gr Noida, and IPEC Ghaziabad.


UPTAC 2023 Cutoff Highlights

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: UPTAC 2023
  • Conducting Body: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 6
  • Total Colleges Participating: 168
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry
  • Categories Covered: General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, AI, BC, BC AF, BC Girl, BC PH
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

UPTAC 2023 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the UPTAC 2023 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameUPTAC
Conducting BodyDr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingB.Tech, B.Pharma, B.Tech (Lateral)
Categories CoveredGeneral, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, AI, BC, BC AF, BC Girl, BC PH
Total Rounds6
Total Colleges Participating168
Official Websitehttps://uptac.admissions.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

UPTAC 2023 Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The UPTAC 2023 category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

CategoryGovernmentPrivate
General819 - 11003101783 - 1105756
OBC-1039801
SC2012 - 11003103905 - 863692
ST314770 - 89589634533
EWS193507 - 103728235082 - 1055338
AI153068 - 109838727382 - 1081375
BC1211 - 10857553663 - 1065457
BC AF5141 - 701464495349
BC Girl850 - 1058255971 - 1035502
EWS AF803169-
EWS Girl199645 - 87242437357 - 864889
General AF11720 - 6426265088 - 1048753
General Girl714 - 913007682 - 1068630
GeneralPH4422 - 811570-
SC AF527568 - 544362-
SC Girl7242 - 8232435347 - 946244
TFW264 - 44987112133 - 973403

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The UPTAC 2023 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

Eligibility RangeTop Colleges
5,000 – 10,000Hi-Tech Institute of Engineering and Technology, Nitra Technical Campus, LDC Institute of Technical Studies, DGI, Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering and Technology
10,000 – 30,000United College of Engineering and Research, Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, M.G Institute of Management & Technology, Dr. K.N Modi Institute of Engineering and Technology, MIT Moradabad
30,000 – 50,000Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management, KIT Kanpur, BBDNIIT Lucknow, AITM, PIT

UPTAC 2023 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
General82,308 - 904,355819 - 1,105,756201,401 Higher
OBC324,736 - 888,2021039801151,599 Higher
SC242,165 - 892,6022,012 - 1,100,310207,708 Higher
ST324,736 - 792,94034,533 - 895,896102,956 Higher
EWS106,486 - 869,38935,082 - 1,055,338185,949 Higher

Why Did the Cutoff Change?

The variation between expected and actual cutoff is influenced by:

  • Exam Difficulty Level: Slightly easier paper can increase cutoff, while tougher papers may reduce it.
  • Number of Candidates: Higher participation generally raises competition and affects closing trends.
  • Normalization Process: Session-wise normalization may create minor variation in final rank outcomes.
  • Seat Availability: Stable seat intake usually keeps cutoff movement within an expected range.

Accuracy Analysis

  • Prediction Accuracy: Previous-year based estimates are generally close to actual cutoff outcomes.
  • General Category: Shows comparatively tighter competition and visible year-to-year movement.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: UPTAC 2023 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

UPTAC Cutoff Trend (2023 vs 2022 vs 2021)

The UPTAC cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

YearGeneralOBC-NCLSCST
2023111187510398011100310895896
2022904355888202892602792940
2021-680388680388680388

Key Insights

  • Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
  • Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
  • Minor Fluctuations (2021-2023): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
  • Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
  • ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation


Category-wise College Cutoff Comparison (General Category)

This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for General category.

College20232022
BIET Jhansi405306179802
NIET Gr Noida1055338879676
IPEC Ghaziabad1090015-
BIET Lucknow1104795904355

Insights

  • Top Colleges: Slightly more competitive in recent years
  • Mid-tier Colleges: Wider variation based on seat changes
  • Overall Trend: Competition increasing gradually

College wise UPTAC 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2023 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like REC, IERT, and Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
RECB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral110988110988
IERTBTech MEGeneral956952956952
Institute of Technology and Management, LucknowB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral654530654530
IIMT Greater NoidaB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral599631599631
BITB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral613860613860
scrietBTech MEGeneral10115031011503
Goel Group of InstitutionsB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral859398859398
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)B.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral740445740445
GNIOTB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral293088293088

Insight: REC, IERT, and Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow close within top 110,988-956,952 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has the lowest closing rank (110,988), indicating highest competition.
  • 0 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 0 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise UPTAC 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeGeneralSCST
BIET Jhansi170907 - 405306323563 - 469291314770 - 534722
NIET Gr Noida1011638 - 1055338863692-
IPEC Ghaziabad1080616 - 1090015--
BIET Lucknow38058 - 11047958886 - 11529-
United College of Engineering and Research6940 - 1114912930-
Hi-Tech Institute of Engineering and Technology1783 - 6821--
Rajkiya Engineering College405002 - 1054917691571 - 1048387895896
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology8525 - 138315191 - 11703-
REC110988--
Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management38637 - 405149100 - 13983-

Safe Score for UPTAC 2023

The UPTAC safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.


Safe Score for Top Colleges

150-180+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and BTech ME in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 293,088-613,860 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and BTech ME.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 613,860-859,398.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.


What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The UPTAC rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for REC, GNIOT, and IIMT Greater Noida across categories.


Rank under 293,088

College NameGeneral
Hi-Tech Institute of Engineering and Technology1783 - 6821

Rank under 654,530

  • Strong chance in colleges like REC, GNIOT, and IIMT Greater Noida.
  • Likely branches: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and BTech ME.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.


Rank under 956,952

  • Admission possible in colleges like REC, GNIOT, and IIMT Greater Noida.
  • This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
  • Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.


Final Takeaway: Under 293,088 ranks target top-tier options, under 654,530 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 956,952 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 654,530: 5 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 956,952: 8 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting UPTAC 2023 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting UPTAC 2023 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
REC₹ 2.15 Lakhs₹ 4.50 Lakhs7-
IERT₹ 2.45 Lakhs₹ 5.00 Lakhs24-
Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow₹ 3.21 Lakhs-25-
IIMT Greater Noida₹ 10.42 Lakhs₹ 3.05 Lakhs45Times #88
BIT₹ 2.82 Lakhs₹ 1.00 Lakhs23-
scriet₹ 3.39 Lakhs₹ 3.27 Lakhs22-
Goel Group of Institutions₹ 5.25 Lakhs-52-
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)₹ 2.74 Lakhs-16-
GNIOT₹ 11.12 Lakhs-23Times #41

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCSTOBC
REC110988---
Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow654530---
IIMT Greater Noida599631---
BIT613860---
Goel Group of Institutions859398---
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)740445740445740445740445
GNIOT293088---

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (REC, GNIOT, and IIMT Greater Noida) close within top 599,631 ranks (General).
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in top colleges, aim for under 479,705 rank, while under 1,079,336 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for BTech ME highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. BTech ME remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCST
BIET Jhansi--314770
IERT956952--
REC1011503928034-
scriet1011503--

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (IERT, REC, and scriet) close within top 1,011,503 ranks (General).
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 809,202 rank, while under 1,820,705 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSC
United College of Engineering and Research11149-
Nitra Technical Campus819-
DGI4248-
KIT Kanpur8982-
M.G Institute of Management & Technology13227-
Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering and Technology7641-
AITM-12516
ITS Engineering College6949-
MIT Moradabad1075-
Ideal Institute of Technology, Govindpuram7758-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Nitra Technical Campus, MIT Moradabad, and DGI) close within top 4,248 ranks (General).
  • B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry in top colleges, aim for under 3,398 rank, while under 7,646 rank can still fetch strong options.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

General Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIT613860613860
GNIOT293088293088
Goel Group of Institutions859398859398
IIMT Greater Noida599631599631
Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow654530654530
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)740445740445
REC110988110988

OBC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)740445740445

SC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)740445740445

ST Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)740445740445

All India BTech ME Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for BTech ME shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. BTech ME has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

General Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
IERT956952956952
REC10115031011503
scriet10115031011503

SC Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
REC928034928034

ST Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2023)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIET Jhansi314770314770

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India Quota) 2023

CourseGeneralSCST
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering110988 - 654530--
BTech ME956952 - 1011503928034314770
B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry819 - 13227--
BTech IT710570 - 1104795-409893 - 534722
B.Tech Civil Engineering219910 - 11003101048387 - 1100310-
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering831033 - 1065457843208-
B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry)6940 - 852511529-
B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry)4005 - 138312012 - 13983-
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma.)32112 - 424404244034533

College Wise Cutoff 2023

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2023 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
BIET JhansiView Cutoff
NIET Gr NoidaView Cutoff
IPEC GhaziabadView Cutoff
BIET LucknowView Cutoff
United College of Engineering and ResearchView Cutoff
Hi-Tech Institute of Engineering and TechnologyView Cutoff
Rajkiya Engineering CollegeView Cutoff
Galgotias College of Engineering and TechnologyView Cutoff
RECView Cutoff
Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and ManagementView Cutoff

UPTAC 2023 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for UPTAC 2023?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2023 is expected to be around 819-1,105,756 rank for General category, while reserved categories may have lower cutoffs based on previous year trends and exam difficulty.
What is the expected cutoff for UPTAC 2023 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for UPTAC 2023 is:
  • General: 819-1,105,756 rank
  • OBC: 1,039,801-1,039,801 rank
  • SC: 2,012-1,100,310 rank
  • ST: 34,533-895,896 rank
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for UPTAC 2022?
In 2022, the cutoff for UPTAC was:
  • General: 82,308-904,355 rank
  • OBC: 324,736-888,202 rank
  • SC: 242,165-892,602 rank
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2023.
What marks are required for top percentile in UPTAC 2023?
To achieve 99 percentile in UPTAC 2023, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in UPTAC 2023?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in UPTAC 2023, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in UPTAC 2023?
Yes, 95 percentile in UPTAC 2023 is considered good, and may allow admission to good to excellent colleges, depending on category and branch preference.
What rank is required for top colleges through UPTAC 2023?
For top colleges accepting UPTAC 2023:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 599,631
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 740,445
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for UPTAC 2023?
A safe score for UPTAC 2023 is typically 120-150 to 150-180, which increases the chances of admission to top colleges based on previous year trends.
Will the cutoff for UPTAC 2023 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2023 is expected to increase due to factors like moderate paper and broader score spread, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for UPTAC 2023?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2023 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 168+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in UPTAC 2023?
With a good rank, candidates may get into REC, IERT, and Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in UPTAC 2023?
The qualifying cutoff for UPTAC 2023 is 819-1,105,756 rank, while admission cutoffs vary by college and can go much higher depending on demand and seat availability.
Where can I check college-wise cutoff for UPTAC 2023?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for UPTAC 2023 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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