JEECUP 2026 Registration Begins @jeecup.admissions.nic.in; Apply by April 30

The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP), has begun the registration process for the Uttar Pradesh Joint Entrance Examination (Polytechnic) 2026. Starting January 15, 2026, eligible candidates can apply online for various Diploma, Post-Diploma, and Post-Graduate Diploma courses in Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, and Management.

This state-level entrance exam is the gateway to government and private polytechnic institutes across Uttar Pradesh. The last date apply is April 30, 2026. The registration process requires candidates to pay a mandatory application fee, which must be completed through online modes such as Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI. JEECUP 2026 application fee for those belonging to the General or OBC categories is set at ₹300 per group.

In contrast, candidates from the SC and ST categories are required to pay ₹200 per group.

Read More JEECUP Syllabus 2026: Download Group-wise PDF, Exam Pattern, and Subject-wise PDF here

UG, PG, and Diploma Courses Offered

JEECUP 2026 covers a wide range of programs categorised into different groups:

• Diploma Courses (UG Level): Engineering & Technology (Group A), Agriculture Engineering (Group B), Fashion Design & Home Science (Group C), Modern Office Management (Group D), and Diploma in Pharmacy (Group E).
• Post-Graduate (PG) Diploma Courses: Biotechnology (Group F) and various PG Diplomas in Marketing, Customer Service, Tourism, and Computer Application (Group G).
• Specialised Diplomas: Hotel Management (Group H), Aircraft Maintenance (Group I), and Lateral Entry to 2nd-year Engineering (Group K).

JEECUP 2026 Registration Important Dates

For more information, students can visit the official website, jeecup.admissions.nic.in. For easy access, the link is given below.

Direct Link: JEECUP 2026 Application Portal

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JEECUP 2026 Registration Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility varies based on the course group selected:

• Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 14 years old as of July 1, 2026. There is no upper age limit.
• Educational Qualification: Group A (Engineering): Passed Class 10 with at least 35% marks.
  • Group E (Pharmacy): Passed Class 12 with Physics and Chemistry (compulsory) along with Math or Biology.
  • PG Diploma (Group G): Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
  • Appearing Candidates: Students appearing for their final exams in 2026 are also eligible to apply.

JEECUP 2026 Eligibility Criteria, Check Age Limit, Domicile Criteria, Course-Wise Eligibility

JEECUP 2026 Registration Selection Process

Admission is strictly based on merit through the following steps:

1. Entrance Exam (CBT): Candidates must appear for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
2. Result & Ranking: A state-level merit list (Rank Card) will be released based on exam scores.
3. Online Counselling: Shortlisted candidates must participate in the web-based counselling process to select their preferred colleges and branches.

Read More JEECUP Question Paper 2025 (Available): Download Question Paper with Solution PDFs

JEECUP 2026 Registration-How to Apply?

Interested applicants should follow these steps on the official portal:

1. Register: Visit jeecup.admissions.nic.in and click on the "Fresh Candidate Registration" link.
2. Fill Form: Enter personal, contact, and academic details.
3. Upload Documents: Upload a recent colour photograph and signature (JPEG format).
4. Pay Fee: Complete the process by paying the applicable application fee online.
5. Print Confirmation: Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

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