IIIT-H UGEE (Undergraduate Entrance Examination) is a university-level entrance test conducted by the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad - an autonomous research university known for its dual-degree (B.Tech + MS by Research) programmes. The exam is independent of JEE Main and is designed to identify students with strong aptitude in logical reasoning, mathematics and computer science fundamentals. UGEE is small in scale but highly competitive - applicants come from across India, intake is limited, and admission is a multi-stage process that includes a written exam followed by an interview round. The difficulty is high; the exam favours aptitude and reasoning over rote syllabus preparation.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration:180 minutes (3 hours), split across SUPR and REAP sections
Total Marks:Varies year to year - official notification specifies the exact scheme
Marking Scheme:Mostly objective MCQs and short numerical answers; no fixed negative marking pattern (varies by year and section as per the official notification)
No, not for the UGEE-based dual-degree route. However, IIIT Hyderabad also has a B.Tech route through JEE Main, which is separate from UGEE.
What programmes are offered through UGEE?
Primarily the B.Tech + MS by Research dual-degree programmes (CSE, ECE, CND, CSD, BHC etc.) and select integrated programmes. The dual-degree route is uniquely UGEE-only.
Do IIIT Hyderabad's UGEE scores work elsewhere?
No. UGEE is institute-specific to IIIT Hyderabad and scores are not accepted by any other institution.
Is UGEE harder than JEE Advanced?
Different style. JEE Advanced tests syllabus depth; UGEE tests aptitude and reasoning. Many students find UGEE harder if they have not practised olympiad-style problems.
What happens after the UGEE written exam?
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview round at IIIT Hyderabad. The final admission is based on combined performance in UGEE + interview.