UGEE 2026 Important Dates
The official UGEE 2026 admissions page published by IIIT Hyderabad provides the main dates for the exam cycle. Candidates should track these dates carefully because admit card release, exam attendance and interview shortlisting all depend on this schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | 11 February 2026 |
| Application portal closes | 5 April 2026 |
| Admit card issue | About 10 days before the exam |
| UGEE 2026 exam date | 2 May 2026 |
| UGEE 2026 exam time | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Interview dates | 4 to 6 June 2026 |
The original application closing date was 31 March 2026, but the official portal later extended it to 5 April 2026.
What UGEE Is and Which Programmes It Covers
UGEE is IIIT Hyderabad's undergraduate entrance route for admission to the institute's dual degree programmes. Students admitted through this channel pursue a B.Tech degree along with a Master of Science by Research degree. The programme duration is five years.
The UGEE 2026 page lists these dual degree options:
- Electronics and Communication Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering and Computer Science and Engineering
- Computer Science and Computational Linguistics
- Computer Science and Computational Natural Sciences
- Computer Science and Computing and Human Sciences
- Computer Science and Geospatial Technology
Because UGEE is designed for research-oriented dual degree admission, the test does not behave exactly like a routine board-style entrance exam. REAP especially looks beyond direct formula recall.
UGEE 2026 Eligibility
The official UGEE 2026 page states that candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry between 2023 and June 2026. Candidates who passed Class 12 or equivalent in 2022 or earlier are not eligible for UGEE 2026.
- Required subjects: Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
- Qualifying year window: 2023 to June 2026
- Candidates who passed in 2022 or earlier: Not eligible
Before applying, candidates should also verify any additional admission requirements that may appear in the application form or the admissions portal. The safest approach is to follow the official IIIT Hyderabad UG admissions website rather than relying on summary pages alone.
UGEE 2026 Exam Pattern
The official UGEE 2026 page clearly confirms the overall paper structure. The examination is computer-based and lasts three hours in total. It has two sections that are taken in the same sitting.
| Section | Full form | Duration | Main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUPR | Subject Proficiency | 60 minutes | Core PCM proficiency |
| REAP | Research Aptitude | 120 minutes | Research aptitude, critical thinking and creative thinking |
- Mode: Computer-based examination
- Total duration: 3 hours
- Negative marking: 25% in both sections
- Shortlisting rule: Candidates are filtered on SUPR and then ranked on REAP score for interview shortlisting
The official page does not publish a fixed chapter-wise marks split or a public question-count grid for 2026. Candidates should therefore avoid relying on unofficial claims about exact section-wise question numbers unless IIIT Hyderabad publishes them separately.
Official UGEE Syllabus Position for 2026
IIIT Hyderabad does not provide a detailed public UGEE chapter list for 2026 in the way some national exams do. The official guidance is brief but important: the syllabi for SUPR and REAP are based on Class 11 and 12 level Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry, based on CBSE and most state syllabi. The same page also states that REAP puts emphasis on critical and creative thinking abilities.
This means two things for candidates:
- SUPR preparation should stay rooted in senior secondary PCM fundamentals and multi-step problem solving.
- REAP preparation should focus on reasoning, interpretation, research-style thinking and unfamiliar problem situations rather than rote textbook recall.
Because there is no official exhaustive topic list, the best practical approach is to prepare the full Class 11 and 12 PCM base and then use IIIT Hyderabad's official sample questions to understand the style of UGEE.
SUPR Syllabus 2026: Topics to Prepare
SUPR is the Subject Proficiency section. Based on the official statement that the exam draws from Class 11 and 12 Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry, candidates should cover the standard higher secondary PCM syllabus thoroughly. IIIT Hyderabad's sample SUPR questions also reflect direct concept application and mixed numerical reasoning.
| Subject | Important areas to prepare |
|---|---|
| Physics | Mechanics, work energy power, gravitation, properties of matter, thermodynamics, oscillations and waves, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, optics, modern physics |
| Mathematics | Algebra, logarithms, sequences and series, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, functions, limits and derivatives, probability, permutations and combinations, matrices, basic calculus and quantitative problem solving |
| Chemistry | Atomic structure, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermodynamics, equilibrium, redox reactions, organic basics, hydrocarbons, solutions, electrochemistry, chemical kinetics and basic physical chemistry numericals |
SUPR should not be treated as a pure board-theory test. Candidates need concept clarity, fast interpretation and confidence in mixed-discipline questions.
REAP Syllabus 2026: Research Aptitude Focus
REAP stands for Research Aptitude. The official UGEE 2026 page says this section emphasizes critical and creative thinking. IIIT Hyderabad's official REAP sample also shows that the section is built around analytical interpretation, multi-step reasoning, real-world scenarios and unusual problem settings.
While no official chapter list is published, candidates should prepare for the following types of skills:
- Logical reasoning and inference
- Scientific reasoning based on everyday situations
- Interpretation of graphs, diagrams and data
- Hypothesis testing and cause-effect analysis
- Pattern recognition and multi-condition problem solving
- Creative thinking in unfamiliar question formats
- Quantitative reasoning using basic school-level mathematics
- Reading questions carefully and identifying what is actually being tested
REAP is usually the section that differentiates candidates with strong thinking ability from those relying only on standard entrance coaching patterns.
How Shortlisting and Final Selection Work
The official selection flow for UGEE is not based on written test marks alone. IIIT Hyderabad has clearly stated the order in which candidates move through the process.
- All registered candidates appear for the UGEE exam.
- Applicants are first filtered based on SUPR performance.
- Among those who clear the SUPR filter, ranking for interview shortlisting is done on REAP score.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for on-campus interviews.
- The final offer of admission is based solely on interview performance.
This structure matters because candidates often focus only on written test strategy. In UGEE, interview readiness is also part of the admission process, especially for a research-oriented dual degree programme.
Admit Card, Exam Centres and Application Fee
The official UGEE 2026 page states that admit cards will be issued 10 days before the examination. The same page also confirms that the exam will be held in multiple centres across many cities.
| Item | Official 2026 detail |
|---|---|
| Admit card | Issued about 10 days prior to the exam |
| Exam mode | Computer-based |
| Exam centres | Multiple centres across many cities |
| Application fee for male applicants | INR 3,100 |
| Application fee for female applicants | INR 1,550 |
IIIT Hyderabad has also stated that it aims to have at least 25% women among the candidates shortlisted for interviews through UGEE in 2026.
Best Way to Prepare for UGEE 2026
Since UGEE does not come with a long official syllabus booklet, preparation works best when candidates divide it into two parallel tracks.
- First, complete Class 11 and 12 Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry concepts well enough to handle unfamiliar SUPR questions.
- Second, build REAP skills through reasoning sets, graph interpretation, scientific puzzles, structured reading and creative problem solving.
- Use the official IIIT Hyderabad sample questions for both SUPR and REAP to understand the question style.
- Practice under timed conditions because the exam runs for three hours and both sections require concentration.
- Do not overfit preparation to unofficial memory-based topic lists because the institute itself keeps the syllabus broad.
The strongest UGEE preparation is concept-based, not guess-based. Candidates who understand PCM fundamentals and can think through new situations are usually better aligned with the actual structure of the exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UGEE 2026 exam date?
UGEE 2026 is scheduled for 2 May 2026 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
What is the syllabus of UGEE 2026?
The official IIIT Hyderabad guidance says UGEE is based on Class 11 and 12 level Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry. REAP additionally emphasizes critical and creative thinking.
How many sections are there in UGEE 2026?
There are two sections: SUPR for 60 minutes and REAP for 120 minutes.
Is there negative marking in UGEE 2026?
Yes. IIIT Hyderabad states that there is 25% negative marking in both SUPR and REAP.
When will the UGEE 2026 admit card be released?
The official admissions page says the admit card will be issued about 10 days before the exam.
Who is eligible for UGEE 2026?
Candidates who passed Class 12 or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry between 2023 and June 2026 are eligible. Candidates who passed in 2022 or earlier are not eligible.
Is the final UGEE admission offer based only on the written exam?
No. Candidates are shortlisted through the exam and interviews, and the final offer is based solely on interview performance.