UPES B.Tech Admissions 2026
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NIRF 2024 Ranking of Engineering Colleges in Uttar Pradesh - Choosing the right engineering college is a big decision — and rankings like the NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) can really help clarify your options. MHRD ranks colleges every year based on key factors like teaching quality, learning environment, research output, graduation outcomes, and the overall reputation of the institute.
The Union government is studying the national entrance exam to check if the difficulty level matches with the Class 12 syllabus so that students do not have to depend on JEE coaching classes. Based on a panel's recommendation, the Centre will decided whether to change the difficulty level.
If you’re planning to pursue engineering in Uttar Pradesh, you’ll be glad to know that the state is home to some of the top-ranked colleges in India. IIT Kanpur continues to lead the way, securing Rank 4 in the NIRF 2024 Engineering list, followed closely by IIT BHU Varanasi, Amity University Noida, and Zakir Husain College of Engineering & Technology under Aligarh Muslim University.
In fact, eight colleges from Uttar Pradesh have made it to the Top 100 list, offering solid academic environments and strong career outcomes.
For B.Tech admissions, most colleges accept:
Ranked #43 among Engineering colleges in India by NIRF | Highest Package 1.3 CR , 100% Placements
Campuses in Ropar, Agartala, Aizawl, Ajmer, Aurangabad, Calicut, Imphal, Itanagar, Kohima, Gorakhpur, Patna & Srinagar
Whether you're aiming for a government institute like an IIT or NIT, or exploring top-rated private universities, there are plenty of great options across UP.
Here’s a carefully curated list of the best engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh as per NIRF 2024, along with their rankings, career ratings, and tuition fees (where available). Use this list to compare colleges and find the one that best matches your goals and budget.
Institute Name | NIRF Ranking 2024 | Careers360 rating | Fees Tuition |
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur | 4 | AAAAA | 859150 |
Indian Institute of Technology Banaras Hindu University Varanasi | 10 | AAAAA | 858010 |
30 | AAAA+ | 1388000 | |
Zakir Husain College of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh | 33 | AAAA+ | – |
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad Prayagraj | 60 | AAAA+ | 652000 |
80 | AAAA | 1107000 | |
84 | AAA+ | 894200 | |
87 | AAAA+ | 724880 | |
101-150 | AAAA+ | 1466900 | |
101-150 | AAAA | 676000 | |
101-150 | AAAA | 1034192 | |
Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida | 101-150 | AAAA | 641,200 |
GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management, Greater Noida | 151-200 | AAAA | 421800 |
151-200 | AAAA | 561996 | |
151-200 | AAAA | 50730 | |
151-200 | AAAA | 770000 | |
201-300 | AAAA | 593460 | |
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida | 201-300 | AAAA | 462412 |
201-300 | AAAA | 486400 | |
201-300 | AAA+ | 620000 | |
201-300 | – | – | |
N/A | AAAAA | 2260000 | |
College of Engineering and Technology, IILM Academy of Higher Learning, Greater Noida | N/A | AAA | 736000 |
N/A | AAAA | 477824 | |
N/A | AAAA | 1021300 |
Uttar Pradesh offers a healthy mix of top-tier government institutions and reputable private universities. Whether you're dreaming of IIT Kanpur or exploring upcoming institutes like IIIT Lucknow or GL Bajaj, there's something for every aspirant.
Plan smartly, plan well and take your first step toward pursuing engineering in your dream college.
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Here are some important chapters for JEE Mains:
Mathematics:
Physics
Chemistry
These are the high-weightage chapters; by focusing on these chapters, you can improve your score.
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https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/most-important-chapters-of-jee-main
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Hello, Based on the current date, the application process for both sessions of the JEE Main 2025 has already been completed. The exams for 2025 were conducted earlier this year.
You are likely asking about the upcoming JEE Main 2026 examination.
Based on the schedule followed by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in previous years, here is the expected timeline for the JEE Main 2026 application forms:
For the First Session (January/February 2026):
For the Second Session (April 2026):
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Yes, you are right; you can upload your class 10th marksheet for the JEE Main 2026 registration, as DigiLocker documents are considered equivalent to original physical documents by law. You should download the digitally signed marksheet from your DigiLocker account to upload it to the JEE Main application form.
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As of the JEE Main January 2026 session, candidates can no longer choose their preferred exam cities. Instead, the National Testing Agency (NTA) will assign your exam center based on the address linked to your Aadhaar card.
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Generally, UPES( University of Petroleum and Energy Studies) might have different admission criteria depending on the specific program. Some may require specific JEE Main scores, while others might consider alternative criteria like their own entrance exams (UPES Engineering Aptitude Test), merit in 12th grade or any other factors. Therefore, even if you didn’t qualify for JEE Mains, you might still be eligible for certain programs at UPES. It’s best to check official UPES site for accurate admission requirements.
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