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Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The UPTAC 2022 SC cutoff has been released by the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh. This page shows SC 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 2022 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


UPTAC 2022 SC category cutoff ranges from 242,165 to 892,602 rank. Candidates with rank under 859,116 have high chances of getting top colleges like BIET Jhansi, Rajkiya Engineering College, and Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology.


UPTAC 2022 Cutoff Highlights

The UPTAC 2022 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 2022
  • Conducting Body: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) Uttar Pradesh
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 5
  • Total Colleges Participating: 22
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, BTech IT
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

UPTAC 2022 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the UPTAC 2022 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.E. / B.Tech, MBA/PGDM
Total Rounds5
Total Colleges Participating22
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 2022 SC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The UPTAC 2022 SC 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
SC242165 - 892602835956 - 859116

UPTAC 2022 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The UPTAC 2022 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
SC524,280 - 680,388242,165 - 892,602212,214 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 2022 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

UPTAC Cutoff Trend (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

YearSC
2022892602
2021680388

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 (2021-2022): 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 (SC Category)

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

College2022
BIET Jhansi375215
Rajkiya Engineering College773161
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology859116
IERT846167

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 2022 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2022 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like IERT, REC, and Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh) across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
IERTBTech MESC846167846167
RECBTech MESC660684660684
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)B.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringSC324736324736

Insight: IERT, REC, and Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh) close within top 324,736-846,167 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 (324,736), 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 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
BIET Jhansi242165 - 375215
Rajkiya Engineering College595822 - 773161
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology859116
IERT516206 - 846167
REC660684 - 892602
Indian Institute of Carpet Technology835956
Kashi Institute of Technology889533
UPTTI813388
scriet528072 - 814249
REC507503 - 888202

Safe Score for UPTAC 2022

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 and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 324,736-660,684 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering BTech ME and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 660,684-846,167.

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 Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh), REC, and IERT across categories.


Rank under 324,736

College NameGeneral
BIET Jhansi242165 - 375215

Rank under 660,684

  • Strong chance in colleges like Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh) and REC.
  • Likely branches: BTech ME and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

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


Rank under 846,167

  • Admission possible in colleges like Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh), REC, and IERT.
  • 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 324,736 ranks target top-tier options, under 660,684 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 846,167 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 660,684: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 846,167: 3 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting UPTAC 2022 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting UPTAC 2022 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
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)₹ 2.74 Lakhs-16

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2022 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)324736 - 792940

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)) close within top 792,940 ranks.
  • 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 634,352 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2022 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
IERT846167
REC660684

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (REC and IERT) close within top 846,167 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 676,934 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech IT Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The UPTAC 2022 cutoff for BTech IT highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
scriet528072 - 814249
REC507503

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (REC and scriet) close within top 814,249 ranks.
  • BTech IT remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech IT in top colleges, aim for under 651,399 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The UPTAC 2022 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.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)324736324736

All India BTech ME Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The UPTAC 2022 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
IERT846167846167
REC660684660684

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2022 — SC

CourseSC
BTech ME660684 - 846167
B.Tech Civil Engineering595822 - 892602
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering773161 - 784762
B.Tech. in Carpet and Textile Technology (Lateral Entry)835956
B.Tech in Chemical Engineering242165 - 375215

College Wise Cutoff 2022

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2022 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
BIET JhansiView Cutoff
Rajkiya Engineering CollegeView Cutoff
Galgotias College of Engineering and TechnologyView Cutoff
IERTView Cutoff
RECView Cutoff
Indian Institute of Carpet TechnologyView Cutoff
Kashi Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
UPTTIView Cutoff
scrietView Cutoff
RECView Cutoff

UPTAC 2022 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for UPTAC 2022?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2022 is expected to be around 242,165-892,602 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 2022 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for UPTAC 2022 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: 242,165-892,602 rank
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for UPTAC 2021?
In 2021, the cutoff for UPTAC was:
  • General: 524,280-680,388 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: 524,280-680,388 rank
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2022.
What marks are required for top percentile in UPTAC 2022?
To achieve 99 percentile in UPTAC 2022, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in UPTAC 2022?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in UPTAC 2022, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in UPTAC 2022?
Yes, 95 percentile in UPTAC 2022 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 2022?
For top colleges accepting UPTAC 2022:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 324,736
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 660,684
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for UPTAC 2022?
A safe score for UPTAC 2022 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 2022 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2022 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 2022?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2022 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 22+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in UPTAC 2022?
With a good rank, candidates may get into IERT, REC, and Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh), depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in UPTAC 2022?
The qualifying cutoff for UPTAC 2022 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 2022?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for UPTAC 2022 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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