UPCATET (UP Combined Agriculture & Technology Entrance Test - Agriculture Universities of Uttar Pradesh)
Overview
UPCATET is the combined entrance test for admission to UG (and PG) agriculture and technology programmes at Uttar Pradesh's state agricultural universities, such as SVPUAT Meerut, ANDUAT Ayodhya, CSAUAT Kanpur and BUAT Banda. The UG entrance covers B.Sc Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and allied courses.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Pen & paper (OMR)
Duration:150 minutes
Total Marks:800
Marking Scheme:+4 for a correct answer; check the current notification for any negative marking
Sections
Physics
50 Questions•200 Marks
Chemistry
50 Questions•200 Marks
Biology / Agriculture / Mathematics
100 Questions•400 Marks
Syllabus
Physics
- Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Electromagnetism
- Optics
Chemistry
- Physical
- Organic
- Inorganic
Biology/Agriculture
- Botany & Zoology
- Elements of Agriculture
- Agronomy
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed/appearing Class 12 with PCB/PCM/Agriculture
- Uttar Pradesh domicile for state-quota seats
- Minimum marks as per the notification
Important Dates
Registration opens
March 2027
Exam date
June 2027
Counselling
June-July 2027
Application Process
- Register on upcatet.org
- Choose the UG agriculture group
- Pay the fee
- Download the admit card
- Attend counselling after results
💡 Preparation Tips
- Prepare Class 11-12 PCB and Elements of Agriculture
- Practise OMR papers
- Choose the right optional group
- Keep UP domicile papers ready
❓ FAQs
Which universities accept UPCATET?
UP's state agricultural universities including SVPUAT Meerut, ANDUAT Ayodhya, CSAUAT Kanpur and BUAT Banda.
Is UPCATET only for UG?
No, it covers UG, PG and Ph.D. agriculture admissions; this entry concerns the UG agriculture intake.