Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) 2025 is the online counselling process organized by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) for Uttar Pradesh admission to various technical undergraduate and postgraduate courses like B.Tech, B.Arch, MBA, MCA, and others. UPTAC 2025 mainly takes JEE Main scores into account for B.Tech admissions, with CUET UG and non-JEE candidates given opportunities through special counselling rounds.
Registration for B.Tech counselling will remain open between 27th May 2025 and 30th June 2025 for both the JEE and Non-JEE/CUET UG candidates. But it is to be noted that seat allotment up to Round 4, which forms the bulk of the counselling rounds, will be reserved for JEE Main candidates only. Candidates applying through CUET UG will have their schedule released after CUET UG results are declared.
Another crucial step in the UPTAC counselling procedure is the payment of fees, comprising a counselling fee and a seat acceptance fee. The fees differ according to the counselling round and category of the candidate (General/OBC or SC/ST). The counselling fees and seat acceptance fee is mandatory for participating counselling , so it is highly important for students that they should get a clear idea of the fees before they move forward with the application.
Below is the break down of UPTAC 2025 counselling fees, round-wise charges, and category-wise details to help understand aspirants navigate the admission process smoothly.
Detailed UPTAC Counselling Fee Structure 2025
It is important for all candidates appearing for UPTAC 2025 to understand the counselling fee structure. Below are the two types of fee:
- Counselling Fee: A non-refundable fee paid at the time of registration to ensure participation.
- Seat Acceptance Fee: A refundable fee paid by a candidate when a seat is allocated and accepted.
The fees are different based on the counselling round and category of the candidate.
| Counselling Round | Counselling Fee | Seat Acceptance Fee (General/OBC) | Seat Acceptance Fee (SC/ST) |
| Round 1 | Rs.1000 | Rs.20,000 | Rs.12,000 |
| Round 2 | Rs.20,000 | Rs.12,000 | |
| Round 3 | Rs.20,000 | Rs.12,000 | |
| Round 4 | Rs.20,000 | Rs.12,000 | |
| Sliding Round | Rs.20,000 | Rs.12,000 | |
| Special Round | Rs.1000 | Rs.20,000 | Rs.12,000 |
- Rs.1000 counselling fee is only to be paid at initial registration and special round in case of joining separately. Round 2–4, Sliding do not involve payment of counselling fee.
- Counselling Fee is non-refundable.
- Seat Acceptance Fee will be adjustable against tuition fee at the time of admission.
- Seat acceptance fee can be partially or completely forfeited in case of withdrawal or failure to join as per UPTAC rules.
- Participants of the special round have to pay the counselling fee once more, even if they were registered in previous rounds.
UPTAC Counselling Seat Acceptance Fee 2025
The Seat Acceptance Fee is a important part of the UPTAC Counselling process. It is the amount a candidate must pay after they are allotted a seat and wish to accept it. This fee confirms their willingness to take admission in the allotted institute and course.
| Candidate Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
| General / OBC | Rs.20,000 |
| SC / ST | Rs.12,000 |
Refund Rules for Counselling and Seat Acceptance Fees
There are some rules with respect to refund pilicies and student must be aware of that to understand the refund policies of the UPTAC 2025 counselling process so that they can make decisions accordingly. The following is a detailed account:
1. Counselling Registration Fee
Counselling registration fee of Rs. 1,000 will not be refunded under any condition, even in case of withdrawal of a candidate from the counselling process or failure to secure a seat allotment.
2. Seat Acceptance Fee
The fee for acceptance of the seat is refundable with deductions against withdrawal timing:
Withdrawal After Round 1:
If a candidates withdraw a seat after 1st round of counselling then for General/OBC Candidates the Refund of Rs.15,000 (Rs.5,000 deduction) will be initiated and for SC/ST Candidates the Refund of Rs.9,000 (Rs.3,000 deduction) will be initiated.
Withdrawal After Round 2:
If a candidates withdraw a seat after 2nd round of counselling then for General/OBC Candidates the Refund of Rs.10,000 (Rs.10,000 deduction) will be initiated and for SC/ST Candidates the Refund of Rs.6,000 (Rs.6,000 deduction) will be initiated.
Withdrawal After Round 3 or Later:
If a candidates withdraw a seat after 3rd round of counselling or non-appearance at the assigned institute then no refund will be made.
3. Withdrawal Process
Candidates who want to withdraw their seats should do so through the official UPTAC website within the prescribed deadlines.
Refunds will be made through the original payment channel once counselling is over.
Important Considerations
- All payments need to be made online through the official UPTAC portal: https://uptac.admissions.nic.in
- Candidates must keep the payment confirmation receipt safe for future use and while verifying documents at the allocated institute.
- If there are any failures or discrepancies in transactions, candidates must immediately contact your bank or UPTAC helpdesk to rectify the issue.