UPCATET 2026 application process is live through the official entrance test portal managed for this cycle by Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda. The official website shows the online application window up to 30 April 2026, with fee payment up to 1 May 2026, form correction on 2 May 2026, admit card download from 1 to 9 June 2026, and the entrance examination on 10 and 11 June 2026.
One point candidates should notice early is that the official portal shows two slightly different start-date displays. The main notice area shows online application submission from 30 March to 30 April 2026, while the detailed schedule table on the same portal also mentions 16 March to 30 April 2026. Since the registration link is already active, candidates should treat the live application portal and the current official notices as the working source and avoid waiting for the last date.
UPCATET is used for admission to agriculture and allied programmes in Uttar Pradesh agricultural universities. For 2026, the official about and helpline pages show Banda University of Agriculture and Technology as the organizing university on rotation. The portal also provides a dedicated download section for brochure, eligibility sheets, age criteria, counselling documents, and form submission guidance.
UPCATET 2026 application form date
The official UPCATET 2026 portal shows that the application process is open and the online form can be submitted until 30 April 2026. The most visible notice on the homepage lists the application submission dates as 30 March to 30 April 2026.
At the same time, the detailed schedule table on the portal also shows 16 March to 30 April 2026. Since the official registration system is already active, candidates should use the live portal status and not delay the form because of this date-display mismatch.
Official UPCATET 2026 schedule
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application submission | Up to 30 April 2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 1 May 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Correction in application form | 2 May 2026 |
| Admit card download | 1 to 9 June 2026 |
| Entrance examination | 10 and 11 June 2026 |
| Declaration of result | 24 June 2026 |
The portal also carries a note that these dates may change if required, so candidates should keep checking the official website regularly.
Official application link
The official UPCATET 2026 website provides the application route through its registration and apply buttons. The portal links candidates to the online application system for new registration and login.
For safety, candidates should begin only from the official UPCATET website and then use the Apply Application or New Registration option visible there. The same official site also provides login, forgot password, forgot user ID, download section, and helpline details.
Who can apply
The official download and FAQ sections separate eligibility into undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programmes. In broad terms, undergraduate applicants need the relevant 10+2 background, postgraduate applicants need a relevant bachelor's degree, and Ph.D. applicants need a relevant master's degree.
The portal has separate official sheets for undergraduate programmes, postgraduate programmes, and Ph.D. programmes. Because eligibility differs by course, candidates should check the exact programme-specific minimum qualification from the official download section before final submission.
Age limit and category points
The official portal provides a separate Age Limit or Age Criteria document for UPCATET 2026. A visible official registration instruction snippet specifically shows that for B.V.Sc. and A.H., the minimum age should be 17 years and the maximum age should be 25 years as on 31 December 2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.
For other programmes, candidates should not assume the same rule applies automatically. They should check the age criteria sheet and programme-specific eligibility documents on the official portal before applying.
Application fee and payment mode
The official registration instructions show the application fee as Rs 1350 for General and OBC candidates and Rs 1100 for SC, ST, and all women candidates. Additional bank transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.
The same official instruction flow says the fee can be paid online. The refund policy page also makes it clear that the registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, so candidates should verify eligibility and details before making payment.
How to fill the UPCATET 2026 application form
- Visit the official UPCATET 2026 website.
- Open the New Registration or Apply Application link.
- Select the programme level such as UG, Master's, or Ph.D.
- Enter the required basic details including date of birth, mobile number, and other registration information.
- Log in after registration and complete the application form.
- Fill academic details, personal details, category details, and other required fields carefully.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the form before final submission and keep a copy for future use.
The application flow also includes login recovery options for password and user ID, which are linked from the official portal.
Documents and details to keep ready
The official portal has a separate download area for the complete process, programme eligibility, domicile-related information, and required documents for counselling and admission. Before starting the form, candidates should keep their main identity and academic details ready.
- Mobile number and email ID
- Date of birth and category details
- Academic qualification details relevant to the chosen programme
- Uttar Pradesh domicile details where applicable
- Scanned photograph and signature if asked during the online process
- Online payment facility for fee submission
Candidates should always match their entries with official documents because correction is available only for a short window.
Correction window, admit card and exam date
The official portal gives only one correction date, 2 May 2026. That means candidates should submit the form carefully and use the correction facility only if needed.
After the application stage, admit cards are scheduled for download from 1 to 9 June 2026. The entrance test is scheduled for 10 and 11 June 2026, and the official result date shown on the portal is 24 June 2026.
Participating universities and official help
The UPCATET 2026 portal displays links for Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, and Mahatma Buddha University of Agriculture and Technology related pages on the home portal.
The official helpline page for UPCATET 2026 lists Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda as the contact address for this cycle. Technical support is shown on working days, Monday to Saturday, from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with helpline number +91-7310106013 and email help@upcatetexam.org.
What is confirmed and what candidates should still verify
Confirmed from the official portal are the live application process, the last date of 30 April 2026 for submission, the fee payment deadline of 1 May 2026, the correction date of 2 May 2026, the admit card schedule of 1 to 9 June 2026, the exam dates of 10 and 11 June 2026, and the result date of 24 June 2026.
What candidates should still verify before final submission is the exact programme-specific eligibility, age rule, and subject requirement for their chosen course. The portal has separate official download entries for these items, so candidates should read those course-wise documents instead of relying on one general eligibility assumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the UPCATET 2026 application process start?
The live notice on the official portal shows the application window from 30 March to 30 April 2026, while the detailed schedule table on the same portal also mentions 16 March to 30 April 2026.
What is the last date to submit the UPCATET 2026 form?
The official portal shows 30 April 2026 as the last date for online application submission.
What is the last date to pay the UPCATET 2026 application fee?
The last date for online fee payment is 1 May 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
When will UPCATET 2026 admit card be released?
The official portal shows admit card download from 1 to 9 June 2026.
What is the UPCATET 2026 exam date?
The entrance examination is scheduled for 10 and 11 June 2026.
How much is the UPCATET 2026 application fee?
The official registration instructions show Rs 1350 for General and OBC candidates and Rs 1100 for SC, ST, and all women candidates, plus bank transaction charges.
Who is organizing UPCATET 2026?
The official about and helpline pages for this cycle show Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda as the organizing university.