UP Polytechnic (JEECUP) Admission 2026 – Overview Joint Entrance Examination Council (Polytechnic), Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) conducts UPJEE (Polytechnic) for admission to Diploma, Post Diploma, and PG Diploma courses in Government, Aided, and Private Polytechnic Institutes across Uttar Pradesh.
This includes Diploma in Engineering/Technology, Pharmacy, Hotel Management, Fashion Design, etc. (various Groups A to K). Applications are live now – a great chance for 10th/12th pass students to join polytechnic courses!
Important Dates (Updated February 2026)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release & Application Start | 15 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | 26-30 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Expected early May 2026 |
| Exam Date (Online CBT Mode) | 15 to 22 May 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Expected late May / June 2026 |
| Counselling Registration & Rounds | Expected June-July 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria (Simple Explanation)
- Minimum Age: 14 years as on 01 July 2026 (born on or before 01 July 2012). No upper age limit mentioned.
- Education (Group-wise examples):
- Group A (Diploma Engineering/Technology – 3 years): 10th pass with 35% marks (50% in Physics, Chemistry, Maths for some).
- Group E (Diploma in Pharmacy – 2 years): 10+2 Science stream with 50% marks.
- Group K (Lateral Entry Diploma Engineering – 2 years): 10+2 Science / ITI certificate.
- Full group-wise details (A to K) in official brochure – check for specific subjects/marks.
- Indian citizens eligible; some courses need specific streams.
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹300/-
- SC / ST: ₹200/-
- Payment: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet) or Offline E-Challan.
Selection Process (Step-by-Step)
- Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) – JEECUP Entrance Exam (15-22 May 2026).
- Result & Merit List.
- Online Counselling (multiple rounds): Registration, Choice Filling, Seat Allotment, Fee Payment, Document Verification, Reporting to Institute.
- Final Admission.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step – Ongoing)
- Visit official JEECUP portal.
- Click on “New Online Application Form for UPJEE(Polytechnic) 2026”.
- Register with basic details (name, mobile, email).
- Fill form: Personal, Education, Group/Course choice.
- Upload: Recent passport photo (with name/date, <3 months old), signature, left thumb impression.
- Pay fee online.
- Submit & download confirmation page (no need to send hard copy).
- Correct details in correction window if needed.
Latest Updates (February 2026)
- Applications started on 15 January 2026 – apply soon to avoid rush.
- Exam in CBT mode from 15-22 May 2026 (multiple shifts/groups).
- Information Brochure, Banner/Poster, Govt Order on Admission Fee, Institute List released on official site.
- Separate forms for Post Diploma in Industrial Safety also started.
- No changes in dates/fees reported; counselling expected after results.
Important Links
- Official Website / Application Portal: https://jeecup.admissions.nic.in/ (Apply here – direct link for UPJEE Polytechnic 2026)
- Apply Online (Root/Home): https://admissions.nic.in/JEECUP/Applicant/root/Home.aspx (or from main site)
- Information Brochure 2026: Available on jeecup.admissions.nic.in (download PDF)
- Notices / Documents: https://jeecup.admissions.nic.in/notices (check for updates, GO on Fee, Institute List)
- Counselling / Exam Schedule: https://jeecup.admissions.nic.in/examination-schedule (will be updated)
Tips for Candidates
- Read full Information Brochure before applying – choose correct Group.
- Prepare documents: 10th/12th marksheet, photo/signature in prescribed format.
- Practice mock tests for CBT (syllabus: Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Reasoning, etc. group-wise).
- Check jeecup.admissions.nic.in daily for admit card, answer key, results.
- Use only official site – avoid fake portals.
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