The UPTAC 2021 General cutoff has been released by the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh. This page shows General 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 2021 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.
UPTAC 2021 Cutoff Highlights
The UPTAC 2021 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 2021
- Conducting Body: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh
- Cutoff Type: Rank
- Total Counselling Rounds: 5
- Total Colleges Participating: 5
- Top Courses: B.Tech Computer Science, B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering
- Quota Types: All India, Home State
UPTAC 2021 Cutoff Overview
The table below provides complete details of the UPTAC 2021 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPTAC |
| Conducting Body | Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh |
| Cutoff Type | Rank |
| Courses Accepting | B.Tech, B.E |
| Total Rounds | 5 |
| Total Colleges Participating | 5 |
| Official Website | https://uptac.admissions.nic.in/ |
| Quotas | All India, Home State |
| Top Courses | B.Tech Computer Science, B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering |
Status
- Cutoff Status: Released
- Last Updated: August 2026
UPTAC Cutoff Trend (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 |
|---|
| 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 (2021-2021): 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
Safe Score for UPTAC 2021
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 high-demand branches in good institutes.
- Rank range typically under current trend range for stronger options.
Safe Score for Other Good Colleges
120-150+ marks
What this means:
- Good chance in institutes offering high-demand branches.
- Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
- Rank range typically under current trend range.
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 top colleges across categories.
Rank under 1,000
No colleges currently match this strict rank band in the available dataset.
Rank under 0
- Strong chance in colleges like top colleges.
- Likely branches: high-demand branches.
- Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.
Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.
Rank under 0
- Admission possible in colleges like top colleges.
- 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 1,000 ranks target top-tier options, under 0 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 0 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.
- Under 0: No colleges in this trend set currently close within 0 rank.
- Under 0: No colleges in this trend set currently close within 0 rank.
Top Colleges Accepting UPTAC 2021 Cutoff
Explore the top engineering colleges accepting UPTAC 2021 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.
Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2021 — General
| Course |
|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science |
| B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering |
UPTAC 2021 Cutoff FAQs
What is the cutoff for UPTAC 2021?
What is the expected cutoff for UPTAC 2021 (category-wise)?
- General: data not available yet
- OBC: data not available yet
- SC: data not available yet
- ST: data not available yet
What was the cutoff for UPTAC 2020?
- General: data not available yet
- OBC: data not available yet
- SC: data not available yet
What marks are required for top percentile in UPTAC 2021?
What marks are required for 90 percentile in UPTAC 2021?
Is 95 percentile good in UPTAC 2021?
What rank is required for top colleges through UPTAC 2021?
- Top tier colleges: Rank under 5,000
- Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 10,000
What is a safe score for UPTAC 2021?
Will the cutoff for UPTAC 2021 increase or decrease?
What factors affect the cutoff for UPTAC 2021?
- Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
- Total seats: 5+ participating college options