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Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The UPTAC 2023 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 2023 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


UPTAC 2023 SC category cutoff ranges from 2,012 to 1,100,310 rank. Candidates with rank under 863,692 have high chances of getting top colleges like BIET Jhansi, NIET Gr Noida, and BIET Lucknow.


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: 5
  • Total Colleges Participating: 51
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry
  • 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)
Total Rounds5
Total Colleges Participating51
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 SC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The UPTAC 2023 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
SC2012 - 11003103905 - 863692

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
1,000 – 5,000Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology (RKGIT)
5,000 – 10,000Nitra Technical Campus, LDC Institute of Technical Studies, Prayag Institute of Technology & Management, Hardayal Technical Campus, Buddha Institute of Technology
10,000 – 30,000BIET Lucknow, United College of Engineering and Research, Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management, KIT Kanpur
30,000 – 50,000BBDNIIT Lucknow

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
SC242,165 - 892,6022,012 - 1,100,310207,708 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 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

YearSC
20231100310
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 (2021-2023): 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 (SC Category)

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

College20232022
BIET Jhansi469291375215
NIET Gr Noida863692-
BIET Lucknow11529-
United College of Engineering and Research12930-

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 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
RECBTech MESC928034928034
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)B.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringSC740445740445

Insight: REC and Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh) close within top 740,445-928,034 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 (740,445), 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 (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
BIET Jhansi323563 - 469291
NIET Gr Noida863692
BIET Lucknow8886 - 11529
United College of Engineering and Research12930
Rajkiya Engineering College691571 - 1048387
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology5191 - 11703
Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management9100 - 13983
IERT2012 - 1100310
REC843208 - 928034
Nitra Technical Campus4481 - 5169

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 BTech ME and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 740,445-740,445 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 740,445-928,034.

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) and REC across categories.


Rank under 740,445

College NameGeneral
Nitra Technical Campus4481 - 5169

Rank under 928,034

  • 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 928,034

  • Admission possible in colleges like Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh) 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 740,445 ranks target top-tier options, under 928,034 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 928,034 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 928,034: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 928,034: 2 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.

CollegeFeesCourses
REC₹ 2.52 Lakhs8
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)₹ 2.74 Lakhs16

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

The UPTAC 2023 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)740445

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)) close within top 740,445 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 592,356 rank for stronger outcomes.


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

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
REC928034

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (REC) close within top 928,034 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 742,427 rank for stronger outcomes.


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

The UPTAC 2023 cutoff for B. Tech. (CSE)-Lateral Entry highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
AITM12516
Prayag Institute of Technology & Management4510
Buddha Institute of Technology9113

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Prayag Institute of Technology & Management, Buddha Institute of Technology, and AITM) close within top 12,516 ranks.
  • 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 10,013 rank for stronger outcomes.


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.

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.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
REC928034928034

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2023 — SC

CourseSC
BTech ME928034
B.Tech Civil Engineering1048387 - 1100310
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering843208
B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry)11529
B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry)2012 - 13983
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma.)42440

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
BIET LucknowView Cutoff
United College of Engineering and ResearchView 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

UPTAC 2023 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for UPTAC 2023?
The cutoff for UPTAC 2023 is expected to be around 2,012-1,100,310 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: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: 2,012-1,100,310 rank
  • ST: data not available yet
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: 242,165-892,602 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • 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 740,445
  • 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: 51+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in UPTAC 2023?
With a good rank, candidates may get into 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 2023?
The qualifying cutoff for UPTAC 2023 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 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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