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Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The UPTAC 2024 EWS cutoff has been released by the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh. This page shows EWS cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://uptac.admissions.nic.in/ for notifications.

We’ve analyzed UPTAC cutoffs for 2024 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


UPTAC 2024 EWS category cutoff ranges from 1,409 to 1,270,213 rank. Candidates with rank under 1,147,647 have high chances of getting top colleges like BIET Jhansi, NIET Gr Noida, and BIET Lucknow.


UPTAC 2024 Cutoff Highlights

The UPTAC 2024 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 2024
  • Conducting Body: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 4
  • Total Colleges Participating: 32
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, BTech IT
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

UPTAC 2024 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the UPTAC 2024 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.Tech (Lateral), B.E. / B.Tech
Total Rounds4
Total Colleges Participating32
Official Websitehttps://uptac.admissions.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, BTech IT

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

UPTAC 2024 EWS Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The UPTAC 2024 EWS 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
EWS1409 - 12702132025 - 1239357

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The UPTAC 2024 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
1,000 – 5,000BIET Lucknow, Nitra Technical Campus, Prayag Institute of Technology & Management, SIET Allahabad
5,000 – 10,000Shanti Institute of Technology
10,000 – 30,000Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management

UPTAC 2024 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The UPTAC 2024 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
EWS35,082 - 1,055,3381,409 - 1,270,213214,875 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.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: UPTAC 2024 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

UPTAC Cutoff Trend (2024 vs 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

Year
2024
2023
2022
2021

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 (2022-2024): 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 (EWS Category)

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

College202420232022
BIET Jhansi189225256045193756
NIET Gr Noida11476471055338642676
BIET Lucknow2025--
Rajkiya Engineering College1270213715285780152

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 2024 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2024 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like IERT and REC across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
IERTBTech MEEWS995881995881
RECBTech MEEWS12101091210109

Insight: IERT and REC close within top 995,881-1,210,109 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • BTech ME has the lowest closing rank (995,881), 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 2024 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
BIET Jhansi146431 - 189225
NIET Gr Noida830980 - 1147647
BIET Lucknow2025
Rajkiya Engineering College623355 - 1270213
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology1034918 - 1218747
Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management13480
IERT758977 - 1007913
REC935781 - 1270213
Nitra Technical Campus1409 - 3147
Indian Institute of Carpet Technology1239357

Safe Score for UPTAC 2024

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 BTech ME in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 995,881-995,881 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering BTech ME.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 995,881-1,210,109.

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 IERT and REC across categories.


Rank under 995,881

College NameGeneral
BIET Lucknow2025

Rank under 1,210,109

  • Strong chance in colleges like IERT and REC.
  • Likely branches: BTech ME.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

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


Rank under 1,210,109

  • Admission possible in colleges like IERT and REC.
  • 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 995,881 ranks target top-tier options, under 1,210,109 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 1,210,109 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 1,210,109: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 1,210,109: 2 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting UPTAC 2024 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting UPTAC 2024 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCourses
IERT₹ 2.45 Lakhs₹ 5.00 Lakhs24
REC₹ 2.52 Lakhs-8

Top BTech ME Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2024 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
IERT995881
REC1210109

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (IERT and REC) close within top 1,210,109 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 968,087 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech IT Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2024 cutoff for BTech IT highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
NIET Gr Noida1147647
IMS Engineering College1012131 - 1079691
Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology (RKGIT)1181075
scriet305595 - 391004

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (scriet, IMS Engineering College, and NIET Gr Noida) close within top 1,147,647 ranks.
  • BTech IT remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech IT in top colleges, aim for under 918,118 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India BTech ME Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The UPTAC 2024 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.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
IERT995881995881
REC12101091210109

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2024 — EWS

CourseEWS
BTech ME995881 - 1210109
BTech IT1012131 - 1181075
B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry1409 - 3147
B.Tech Civil Engineering146431 - 1270213
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering733681 - 1034918
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering1218747
B. Tech in Civil Engineering (Lateral)2025

College Wise Cutoff 2024

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2024 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
BIET JhansiView Cutoff
NIET Gr NoidaView Cutoff
BIET LucknowView Cutoff
Rajkiya Engineering CollegeView Cutoff
Galgotias College of Engineering and TechnologyView Cutoff
Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and ManagementView Cutoff
IERTView Cutoff
RECView Cutoff
Nitra Technical CampusView Cutoff
Indian Institute of Carpet TechnologyView Cutoff

UPTAC 2024 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for UPTAC 2024?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2024 is expected to be around 1,409-1,270,213 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 2024 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for UPTAC 2024 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for UPTAC 2023?
In 2023, the cutoff for UPTAC was:
  • General: 35,082-1,055,338 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2024.
What marks are required for top percentile in UPTAC 2024?
To achieve 99 percentile in UPTAC 2024, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in UPTAC 2024?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in UPTAC 2024, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in UPTAC 2024?
Yes, 95 percentile in UPTAC 2024 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 2024?
For top colleges accepting UPTAC 2024:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 995,881
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 995,881
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for UPTAC 2024?
A safe score for UPTAC 2024 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 2024 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2024 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 2024?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2024 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 32+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in UPTAC 2024?
With a good rank, candidates may get into IERT and REC, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in UPTAC 2024?
The qualifying cutoff for UPTAC 2024 is data not available yet, 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 2024?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for UPTAC 2024 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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