The main update for UGEE applicants is clear: IIIT Hyderabad has released the UGEE 2026 admit card on 21 April 2026. If you applied through the Undergraduate Entrance Examination route, this is the document you need to download now from the official admissions portal and keep ready for the test day.
It is also important to correct a common confusion. UGEE is not the admission path for M.Tech or MS-only postgraduate programmes. At IIIT Hyderabad, UGEE is used for entry into selected five-year dual degree programmes that lead to a B.Tech and an MS by Research. So candidates should rely on the official UG admissions portal, not on third-party headlines that mix UGEE with PG admissions.
This page is built around what candidates usually need after the hall ticket is released: where to download it, what details to verify, the exact exam timing, eligibility rules, paper pattern, interview stage, and what to carry on the exam day.
IIIT Hyderabad UGEE Admit Card 2026 Release Status
IIIT Hyderabad has officially announced that the UGEE 2026 admit cards were released on 21 April 2026. The update is displayed on the official UGEE admissions page, and candidates can use the official application login to access the hall ticket.
If you have already completed the UGEE application, you should download the admit card as early as possible instead of waiting until the day before the exam. This helps you confirm the exam timing, centre details, and your personal information in time for correction or clarification, if needed.
What UGEE Is and Why the MTech and MS Wording Is Incorrect
UGEE stands for Undergraduate Entrance Examination. At IIIT Hyderabad, this route is meant for admission to selected dual degree programmes. Students admitted through this route graduate with a B.Tech degree and an MS by Research degree after completing the full five-year programme.
That means UGEE is not the correct admission route for M.Tech or MS-only postgraduate admissions. Those postgraduate programmes are handled through PG admissions, usually under separate admission routes such as PGEE. For this reason, candidates should treat the official UG admissions portal as the authoritative source for UGEE admit card and exam information.
UGEE 2026 Exam Date, Time and Test Mode
The official UGEE 2026 page confirms that the entrance examination will be held on 2 May 2026. The exam timing is 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
The exam is a computer-based test and will be conducted across multiple centres in many cities. Because of this, candidates should carefully read the hall ticket and reach the allotted centre with enough buffer time for reporting, verification, and entry formalities.
How to Download the IIIT Hyderabad UGEE Hall Ticket
The hall ticket has to be downloaded from the official IIIT Hyderabad UG admissions portal. Candidates should use the same login used during application submission.
- Visit the official UGEE admissions page or UG admissions portal.
- Open the application login link.
- Sign in using your registered application credentials.
- Locate the admit card or hall ticket option in the dashboard.
- Download the PDF and save a copy.
- Take a clear printout for use on exam day.
If the download link is not visible or the portal does not allow login, candidates should contact the UG admissions office directly using the official email or phone numbers listed on the institute website.
Details to Check on the Admit Card
After downloading the hall ticket, candidates should verify the printed details immediately. This step is important because the admit card becomes the main document for entry to the examination centre.
- Candidate name
- Application number or registration details
- Exam name as UGEE 2026
- Exam date and timing
- Exam centre or city details
- Photograph and signature, if shown
- Reporting instructions and exam-day guidelines
If any important detail is missing, incorrect, or unreadable, contact the official UG admissions office before the exam date. Do not assume such errors will be ignored at the centre.
Eligibility for UGEE 2026
The official UGEE page states that candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent qualifying examination with Maths, Physics and Chemistry between 2023 and June 2026. Candidates who passed Class 12 or equivalent in 2022 or earlier are not eligible to apply through UGEE 2026.
This makes UGEE a current-cycle undergraduate admission route. It is meant for students entering higher education after school-level qualification, not for graduates looking for postgraduate engineering admission.
UGEE 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
The official UGEE page describes the exam as a three-hour computer-based test with two sections.
| Section | Full Form | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SUPR | Subject Proficiency Test | 60 minutes |
| REAP | Research Aptitude Test | 120 minutes |
Applicants are first filtered on the basis of performance in SUPR. After that, candidates are ranked using the REAP score for shortlisting to the interview stage. There is 25% negative marking in both sections.
The official preparation note also says that the syllabus is based on Class 11 and Class 12 Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry, while REAP places additional emphasis on critical and creative thinking.
Interview Stage After the Written Exam
UGEE is not a written-test-only admission process. Candidates shortlisted from the examination are called for an on-campus interview, and the final admission offer is based on interview performance.
The official UGEE 2026 page lists the interview dates as 4 June to 6 June 2026. The UGEE process page also states that qualified applicants who are found suitable in the interview are ranked on the basis of interview performance as judged by the panel.
Programmes Offered Through UGEE 2026
UGEE 2026 is meant for selected IIIT Hyderabad dual degree programmes. The official UGEE page lists the following programme options along with seats:
| Programme | Seats |
|---|---|
| ECD | 25 |
| CSD | 35 |
| CLD | 15 |
| CND | 15 |
| CHD | 15 |
| CGD | 15 |
These are five-year dual degree programmes that combine a B.Tech with an MS by Research in the specified area. Candidates should review programme preferences carefully because seat allotment is tied to both eligibility and preference order.
Exam Centres and What to Carry on Exam Day
The official exam centres PDF shows that the UGEE 2026 exam will be held in multiple cities across states and union territories. The exact centre assigned to a candidate should be checked on the admit card.
On the exam day, candidates should carry:
- A printed copy of the UGEE 2026 admit card
- A valid original photo ID
- Any other item specifically required in the hall ticket instructions
It is sensible to arrive early and avoid carrying unnecessary items. Since the exam is computer-based and time-bound, late arrival can create avoidable problems.
What to Do If You Cannot Download the Admit Card
If you are unable to download the hall ticket, first confirm that you are using the official UG admissions portal and the correct UGEE login. Problems sometimes happen because candidates open the wrong admission route or use incomplete credentials.
If the issue continues, contact the official UG admissions office directly. The official contact details are:
- Email: ugadmissions@iiit.ac.in
- Phone: +91 40 6653 1250
- Phone: +91 40 6653 1337
- Office timings: Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM IST
Keep your application details ready while writing or calling so the admissions office can locate your record faster.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. IIIT Hyderabad has released the UGEE 2026 admit card on 21 April 2026.
The UGEE 2026 entrance exam will be held on 2 May 2026.
The official exam timing is 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
No. UGEE is the undergraduate entrance route for selected dual degree programmes that lead to a B.Tech and an MS by Research.
You must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with Maths, Physics and Chemistry between 2023 and June 2026.
The exam has two sections: SUPR for 60 minutes and REAP for 120 minutes.
Yes. There is 25% negative marking in both sections.
Candidates shortlisted through the written exam are called for on-campus interviews from 4 June to 6 June 2026, and final admission depends on interview performance.