UPCATET 2024 application form is expected to be released in March 2024, by Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology. Using their login credentials, candidates can apply for UPCATET 2024 from the official site. Only the eligible candidates will be able to register for the examination.
UPCATET exam is conducted for Uttar Pradesh State Domicile candidates for admission in different undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered at Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Faridabad, and Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda.
Table of Contents
- About UPCATET
- UPCATET 2024 Exam Date
- UPCATET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- UPCATET 2024 Application Form
- UPCATET 2024 Admit Card
- UPCATET 2024 Exam Centre
- UPCATET 2024 Exam Pattern
- UPCATET 2024 Syllabus
- UPCATET 2024 Result
- UPCATET 2024 Cut Off
- UPCATET 2024 Counselling
- UPCATET 2024 Contact Details
About UPCATET
Chandra Shekhar Azad University Of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, released the UPCATET 2024 official notification. UPCATET is an entrance exam conducted for candidates based in Uttar Pradesh for admission into several undergraduate and postgraduation Agricultural programmes. The full form of UPCATET is Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test. There are 4 different universities in Uttar Pradesh under UPCATET which offers undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D courses.
The highlights related to UPCATET 2024 exam are summarized below.
| Exam Name | UPCATET 2024 |
| Full Form | Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Conducting Body | Chandra Shekhar Azad University Of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Languages | English and Hindi |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Official Website | www.online.upcatetexam.org |
| Helpdesk | 0512 253 4157 |
Based on the performance of the candidates, admission will be granted to the Uttar Pradesh State Agricultural Universities. Before applying for UPCATET 2024 exam, candidates are requested to make sure they are satisfying all the eligibility criteria as specified by the exam conducting body.
Seats Offered: The seats that are offered through UPCATET include the following.
- Undergraduates- 1734
- Post-graduates- 583
- PhD- 258
- Diploma- 100
UPCATET 2024 Exam Date
The exam dates of UPCATET 2024 exam and other important events related to UPCATET 2024 are tabulated below.
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
| UPCATET Application Form Release Date | Mar 2024 |
| Last Date of Online Application Form | May 2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | May 2024 |
| UPCATET 2024 Exam Date | May 2024 |
| UPCATET 2024 Result Date | Jun 2024 |
| Commencement of UPCATET Counselling 2024 | Jun 2024 |
UPCATET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
UPCATET 2024 eligibility criteria are certain factors which determine whether a candidate is eligible to participate for the exam or not. In case the candidate is not meeting any of the requirements then the exam authority has the right to cancel their candidature for the session. Candidates can check the criteria defined by the conducting authority to take UPCATET 2024 exam. It generally involves the minimum educational qualification and other factors like nationality or domicile.
Nationality
All interested candidates must be a citizen of India as well as the Resident of Uttar Pradesh (UP). The term ‘Resident of Uttar Pradesh’ means a candidate, must have passed the qualifying examination from UP and have been living in the state for the past 5 years, or any of the following criteria.
- The candidate’s father is a Resident of Uttar Pradesh, or the candidate’s father was not a Resident of Uttar Pradesh before but now has been living in the state for the past 5 years, or
- The candidate who is a Foreign national but whose ancestors were residents of UP
UPCATET 2024 Educational Qualification
The eligibility criteria for all the courses are discussed below.
- B.Sc (Honours) Agriculture/ B.Sc (Honours) Horticulture/ B.Sc (Honours) Forestry: Candidates must have cleared Class XII with Agricultural Science/ Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB)/ Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM)/ Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (PCMB) subject to be eligible for UPCATET 2024 eligibility criteria.
- Bachelor in Fisheries Science (BF.Sc): Candidates must have cleared Class XII with Agricultural Science/ Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB)/ Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (PCMB) subject to be eligible for UPCATET 2024 eligibility criteria.
- B.Sc (Honours) Home Science: Candidates should have cleared Class XII in Arts stream with Home Science/ PCB/ PCM/ PCMB/ Agricultural Science subject to be eligible for UPCATET exam. Only female candidates can apply for this course as per the official notice.
UPCATET 2024 Age Limit
The age limit as per the framed eligibility criteria differs from program to program. Details are given below.
- For B.V.Sc. and A.H. Programmes a candidate must be 17 to 25 years old as of Oct 31, 2024.
- For UG Programmes a candidate must be 16 to 22 years old as of Oct 31, 2024.
- Remember for candidates interested to pursue PG programmes, there is no age limit.
UPCATET 2024 Application Form
Interested candidates can fill the UPCATET 2024 application form and pay the fee only via online mode. Payment through offline mode will not be accepted.
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
| General and OBC | INR 1250 |
| SC/ST | INR 1050 |
The mode of payment is through debit card/net banking/UPI/using bank challan. The payment using bank challan should be made only in SBI branches.
Details Required on UP CATET 2024 Application Form
Candidates must fill all the mandatory details in UPCATET 2024 application form. All information that is required is provided below.
- Candidate's Name
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Parent's Name
- Gender
- Programme Name
- Qualification of the student
- Category/ Caste
- Domicile Details
- Mobile Number/Email ID
- Exam centre choice
- Address for correspondence.
UPCATET 2024 Application Process
To apply for UPCATET 2024 exam, candidates must first visit the official website of UPCATET and click on ‘Apply for UPCATET 2024' on the home page. As a prerequisite, candidates must have a valid mobile number and email ID. The OTP before registration will be sent to the provided phone number.
Steps to Apply Online for UPCATET 2024
The steps that the candidates should follow to apply online for UPCATET 2024 exam are listed below.
Step 1: Download Information Brochure
Candidates need to first visit the official website of UPCATET 2024 and download the information brochure. Read all the given instructions in the information brochure before applying for the exam. The brochure will contain all the details about UPCATET 2024 such as eligibility criteria, exam centres, counselling details etc.
Step 2: New Registration
Candidates need to click on "Apply Online" and then check the "I agree" box. After clicking, fill the personal mobile number and email ID, along with the date of birth. Candidates will receive an instant OTP to their mobile number. Enter the OTP to verify your account.
Candidates will be sent a unique registration number to their phone number and email ID. The registration number is required to fill the entire UPCATET 2024 application form
Step 3: Login to Fill Information, Qualification Details, and Upload Documents
Candidates need to login again for filling out the details. They can log in using UPCATET 2024 registration number and date of birth, and follow the below-mentioned steps.
- Enter all the details such as candidate's full name, father's name, mother's name, caste, religion, Aadhar number, communication address. Candidates must also choose their desired UPCATET 2024 exam centre. Click on "Submit and Next".
- Candidates will be redirected to a new page where you need to enter the educational qualification details such as High school name, CGPA/ Percentage obtained, year of passing etc. Click on submit after entering all the mandatory details.
- In the next page, candidates need to upload their documents. A recent passport size colour photograph scanned copy of signature and right index finger, high school marks and passing certificate needs to be uploaded. Click on "Upload and Next".
- Candidates can review the entire UPCATET 2024 application form and check for any errors. They can modify if any errors are found. After the form is reviewed, click on Submit.
Step 4: Registration Fee Payment
After completing the registration process, click on "Fee Payment". This will redirect you to SBI Collect page. Read all the information and click on "Proceed".
- Click on "UPCATET 2024" and enter your registration number and date of birth. A page will be opened where you need to review and confirm all the entered details again.
- After confirming, candidates can pay UPCATET 2024 application fee either through Debit card or Netbanking. Enter your account details carefully and pay the registration fee.
Step 5: Print Application Form
- Candidates need to take at least 2 copies of the completed UPCATET 2024 application form for future reference. It is mandatory at the time of online counselling session.
Read More: UPCATET 2024 Application Form
UPCATET 2024 Admit Card
UPCATETE 2024 admit card will be released in May 2024, on the official website. All candidates who registered for the exam by paying the application fee can download the admit card from the official website.
Steps to Download UPCATET 2024 Admit Card
Candidates can follow the below steps to download the admit card from the website.
- Step 1: Candidates should first visit the official website of UPCATET 2024.
- Step 2: On the homepage of the website, click on 'Admit Card' present in the latest news section.
- Step 3: Enter program, group, roll number/ registration number, password and the security answer to login.
- Step 4: The screen will display UPCATET 2024 admit card.
- Step 5: Download the same and take a printout for future use.
Note: Remember UPCATET 2024 admit card is the most important document and without that, you will not be allowed inside the exam centre.
Details Present on UPCATET Admit Card 2024
The contents present on UPCATET 2024 admit card are given in the table below.
- Name of the candidate
- Roll number
- Signature
- Photograph
- Date of Birth
- Name of the Exam Centre
- Address of the Exam Centre
- Address and mobile number of the candidate
- Exam Schedule
- Date and time of the examination
- Exam day instructions and guidelines.
Read More: UPCATET 2024 Admit Card
UPCATET 2024 Exam Centres
While filling UPCATET 2024 application form, a candidate must select or choose an exam centre. The exam will be conducted in 6 cities and the details of exam centres along with their city codes are provided here below for your reference.
| City Name | Code |
| Kanpur | 1 |
| Ayodhya | 2 |
| Meerut | 3 |
| Banda | 4 |
| Varanasi | 5 |
| Lucknow | 6 |
Map Representation for UPCATET 2024 Exam Centres
Instructions for UPCATET 2024 Exam Day
The instructions the applicants must follow on UPCATET 2024 exam day are as follows.
- Carry the admit card to the exam hall.
- Along with UPCATET 2024 admit card carry an Identity Proof Document.
- Have at least two passport size photographs.
- Also, don't forget to carry a black ballpoint pen.
- Arrive well ahead of the reporting time to avoid last-minute panic.
UPCATET 2024 Exam Pattern
Candidates appearing for UPCATET 2024 examination must have an idea about the exam pattern which is set by the conducting body. Even though the conducting authority is different, the exam pattern will be the same just like the previous years.
The details of UPCATET 2024 exam pattern is given below.
| Exam Mode | Pen and Paper Based Test (Offline) |
| Types of Question | Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Marking Scheme |
+3 Marks Awarded for Each Correct Response |
| Paper Language | English and Hindi |
Below table shows the details of each undergraduate and postgraduate courses pattern.
UPCATET 2024 Exam Pattern for Undergraduate Courses
The details relevant to the exam pattern of Undergraduate Courses of UPCATET 2024 are tabulated below.
| Course | Segment |
|
Bachelors Degree in Technology, Agriculture, Home Science, Horticulture
|
PCM |
| Bachelor Degree in Science courses | PCB |
|
B.Sc. Agriculture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Forestry, B.Tech Courses
|
PAG |
| B.Sc. Home Science | - |
UPCATET 2024 Exam Pattern for Postgraduate Courses
The details relevant to the exam pattern of Postgraduate Courses of UPCATET 2024 are tabulated below:
| Course | Segment |
| M.Sc | PCM |
| M.Sc Home science | PCB |
| Masters in Agriculture and Horticulture | PAG |
UPCATET 2024 Exam Syllabus
Candidates should ensure that they prepare for the exam in accordance with the latest UPCATET 2024 syllabus, but refer to the syllabus for the previous years until the new syllabus becomes available. Candidates applying for UPCATET 2024 exam can refer to the syllabus as given below.
| Course | Syllabus |
| Master of Science | General Studies Veterinary Microbiology LPM, Surgery and Radiology Animal Genetics and Breeding Animal Nutrition Physiology and Biochemistry Pharmacology and Toxicology Parasitology, Pathology Epidemiology and Public Health Gynaecology and Medicine |
| M.Sc (Home Science) | General Studies Food and Nutrition Home Management Child Development Home Science Clothing and Textiles Statistics |
| Masters in Agriculture and Horticulture | General Studies Agronomy Agrometeorology Horticulture Soil Science Agriculture Engineering Animal Husbandry and Dairy Agriculture Biochemistry Genetics and Plant Breeding Entomology Plant Pathology and Nematology Agriculture Economics and Seed Technology Soil Conservation Statistics Biotechnology and Forestry |
| B.Sc Agriculture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Forestry, B.Tech Courses | General Studies Agriculture Physics Agriculture Chemistry Agriculture Zoology Agriculture Botany Agronomy Animal Husbandry Dairying and Horticulture Agriculture Engineering and Agriculture Statistics Mathematics |
| B.Sc Home Science | General Studies English Hindi Sociology Economics Geography Home Science |
Read More: UPCATET 2024 Syllabus
UPCATET 2024 Result
UPCATET 2024 results for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses will be released on the official website in Jun 2024. Candidates can check the result by visiting the official website of UPCATET 2024, and logging into the login portal. Candidates should check the UPCATET 2024 result carefully to ensure that there are no discrepancies.
UPCATET Scorecard Contents
The scorecard of UPCATET contains the following details:
- Name of the candidate
- Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Total Marks
- Overall Marks
Steps to Download UPCATET Result
Candidates can follow the step-by-step process to check their UPCATET 2024 exam results as mentioned below.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of the conducting authority.
- Step 2: Candidates should click on the "Results 2024" tab at the top of the page. After clicking, it will be redirected to another page.
- Step 3: Enter the credentials - registration number/roll number/challan (any one of the three) and candidate's Date of Birth to access UPCATET result.
- Step 4: Candidates can take the printout of UPCATET 2024 scorecard and keep it safe for future reference. The scorecard will contain the Name of the candidate, Roll Number, and Rank secured. Individual marks/ score will not be displayed in the scorecard. However, candidates can check their answers from the answer key and get a rough idea.
Read More: UPCATET 2024 Results
UPCATET 2024 Cut Off
After the declaration of UPCATET 2024 results, the conducting authority will publish the minimum UPCATET 2024 cut off rank required to qualify the exam. Candidates can check UPCATET previous year cut off in this section below. Only those candidates will be eligible for counselling process who secure the minimum UPCATET cut off rank fixed by the authority.
The four universities of agriculture in the state of Uttar Pradesh will have their own UPCATET cut off rank for different courses, which is determined on the basis of the number of applicants, the difficulty level of the paper, and the number of seats available. The category wise UPCATET 2024 cut off rank and the requirement to be eligible for counselling is mentioned below.
UPCATET 2024 Expected Cut Off
The table below represents the expected UPCATET Cut Off 2024.
| Category | Cut Off (Expected) |
| General | 320-330 |
| ST | 270-280 |
| SC | 290-300 |
| OBC | 300-310 |
| Physically Handicapped | 3% |
| Children of Freedom Fighters (FF) | 2% |
| DP | 1% |
Factors Affecting UPCATET 2024 Cut Off Rank
UPCATET 2024 cut off rank will depend on multiple factors which are considered to determine the cut off of the qualifying exam. Some of the important factors which will determine UPCATET 2024 Cut Off rank are given below.
- The number of candidates who appeared for the exam
- The number of candidates who qualified for the exam
- Seat availability
- UPCATET cutoff rank previous years' trends
- The difficulty level of the paper
Read More: UPCATET 2024 Cut Off
UPCATET 2024 Counselling
UPCATET UG 2024 counselling will be conducted after the result is declared. Candidate after downloading their scorecard must apply for UPCATET 2024 counselling. There are two modes of counselling - online and offline. A merit list will be published on the official website which features the names of candidates who will be called for the counselling process. After the seat allotment results are declared, candidates can start uploading the required documents.
UPCATET 2024 UG Counselling Dates
Following are the dates of UPCATET 2024 counselling process for undergraduate programs.
| Counselling Events | Event Dates: Round I | Event Dates: Round II |
| Online Registration Dates | To be announced | To be announced |
| Entry of Options and Choice Filling | To be announced | To be announced |
| Release of Seat Allotment | To be announced | To be announced |
| Uploading of Documents | To be announced | To be announced |
| Verification of Documents | To be announced | To be announced |
| Correction Window for Uploading Documents | To be announced | To be announced |
| Verification of Corrected Documents | To be announced | To be announced |
| Security Fee Payment Dates | To be announced | To be announced |
| Downloading of Provisional Allottment Letter | To be announced | To be announced |
| Reporting to Respective Colleges for Verification and Admission | To be announced | To be announced |
UPCATET 2024 PG Counselling Dates
The detailed UPCATET 2024 counselling schedule for postgraduate programs is tabulated below.
| Counselling Events | Event Dates: Round I | Event Dates: Round II |
| Online Registration Dates | To be announced | To be announced |
| Option Entry and Choice Filling | To be announced | To be announced |
| Release of Seat Allotment | To be announced | To be announced |
| Document Uploading | To be announced | To be announced |
| Correction Window for Document Uploading | To be announced | To be announced |
| Document Re-verification | To be announced | To be announced |
| Security Fee Payment | To be announced | To be announced |
| Release of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | To be announced | To be announced |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges for Admission Process | To be announced | To be announced |
Documents Required for UPCATET 2024 Counselling
Candidates must carry all the below-mentioned required documents at the time of UPCATET 2024 counselling.
- Aadhar Card
- Residence Proof
- Caste Certificate (If needed)
- Character Certificate
- Sports Certificate (if needed)
- UPCATET 2024 Seat Allocation Letter
- UPCATET 2024 Admit Card
- Class X Marksheet and Admit Card
- Class XII Marksheet and Admit Card
- Undergraduate Marksheet and Admit Card.
UPCATET 2024 Online Counselling Procedure
The first set of steps is registration for counselling, document uploading, and fee payment. Then you have to choose the course by using the Online Choice Filling method.
UPCATET 2024 Participating Colleges
Through this exam, candidates will be offered admission in UG, PG and PhD courses in 4 prestigious universities in the state. These universities include:
- Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut
- Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Faridabad
- Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda.
Read More: UPCATET 2024 Counselling
UPCATET 2024 Contact Details
In case of any queries related to UPCATET 2024 examination, candidates can contact the below-mentioned address and phone number.
Address:
Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology,
Agricultural College Lane, Nawabganj,
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208002
Phone: 0512 253 4157
Official Website: www.online.upcatetexam.org
FAQs
When UPCATET 2023 result will be out?
UPCATET scorecard 2023 has been issued on Jun 14, 2023
Can candidates take UPCATET 2023 via online mode as well?
No, the candidates cannot take UPCATET 2023 Exam online as it is held in offline - pen & paper mode.
Is there any age limit criteria for UPCATET 2023 Exam?
UPCATET 2023 age limit as per the framed eligibility criteria differs from program to program. For B.V.Sc. and A.H. Programmes, a candidate must be 17 to 25 years old. For UG Programmes, a candidate must be 16 to 22 years old. But, there is no age limit for candidates who are interested in pursuing PG Programmes.
When UPCATET counselling process will commence?
UPCATET 2023 counselling will start from Jun 20, 2023, for the qualified candidates.
