The Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test (UPCATET) 2025 is an excellent opportunity for students aspiring to pursue higher education in agriculture and technology fields. Conducted by Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology (CSAUK), Kanpur, the entrance test covers various Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and PhD courses across reputed universities in Uttar Pradesh.
Below is the comprehensive and most accurate guide to help aspirants understand the UPCATET 2025 admissions, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application procedures, fees, age limits, and more.
Important Dates for UPCATET 2025 Entrance Exam
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Application Start Date: 17 March 2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: 07 May 2025
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Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 08 May 2025
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Correction Window: 09 May to 14 May 2025
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Admit Card Release: 27 May 2025
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Exam Dates: 11 & 12 June 2025
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Result Declaration: 23 June 2025
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Counselling Commencement: July 2025
Application Fee Details
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General / OBC / EWS: ₹1350
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SC / ST Candidates: ₹1100
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Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
Age Limit Criteria as on 31 December 2025
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BVSc & AH: Minimum 17 years, Maximum 25 years
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Other UG Courses: Minimum 16 years, Maximum 22 years
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PG & PhD Courses: No age limit
List of UPCATET 2025 Courses with Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate Courses
| Course Name | Eligibility Criteria |
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| B.Sc Agriculture | 10+2 with PAG, PCM, PCB, or PCMB |
| B.Sc Horticulture | 10+2 with PAG, PCM, PCB, or PCMB |
| B.Sc Forestry | 10+2 with PAG, PCM, PCB, or PCMB |
| B.F.Sc (Fisheries Science) | 10+2 with PAG, PCB, or PCMB |
| B.V.Sc & AH | 10+2 with PCB / PCMB with English and 50% aggregate marks in group subjects |
| B.Sc Community Science (Girls) | 10+2 in Arts with Home Science / PAG / PCB / PCM / PCMB |
| B.Tech Biotechnology | 10+2 with PAG / PCM / PCB / PCMB |
| B.Tech Agriculture Engineering | 10+2 with PAG / PCM / PCMB |
| B.Tech Dairy / Food Technology | 10+2 with PAG / PCB / PCMB |
| B.Tech Sugarcane Science & Technology | 10+2 with PAG / PCB / PCM |
| B.Tech Food Nutrition & Dietetics | 10+2 with PHS / PCB / PCM |
Postgraduate Courses
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Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field (Passed or Appearing)
PhD Courses
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Eligibility: Master’s degree in relevant discipline (Passed or Appearing)
How to Fill UPCATET 2025 Admission Online Form
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Step 1 – Registration
Visit the official UPCATET website https://upcatet.net and complete the new user registration. -
Step 2 – Login and Form Fill-up
After registration, log in to fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and upload documents. -
Step 3 – Upload Photograph and Signature
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Photo Guidelines: Recent passport-size photograph with candidate’s name, father’s name, and date of photo taken.
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Signature: Scanned using black ball pen.
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Step 4 – Payment of Application Fee
Pay the required fee using online or offline E-Challan mode. -
Step 5 – Final Submission and Printout
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
UPCATET 2025 Participating Universities
UPCATET admission offers enrollment opportunities in these prestigious agricultural universities in Uttar Pradesh:
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ANDUA&T, Kumarganj, Ayodhya
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CSAUA&T, Kanpur
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SVPUA&T, Meerut
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BUA&T, Banda
UPCATET 2025 Exam Cities / Centers
Candidates can choose from the following examination cities:
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Ayodhya
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Agra
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Bareilly
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Banda
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Kanpur
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Meerut
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Varanasi
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Azamgarh
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Jhansi
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Gorakhpur
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Lucknow
Why Choose UPCATET for Agricultural Education?
1. Reputed Institutions
The participating universities are among the top-ranked agriculture universities in India, known for high academic standards, research innovation, and experienced faculty.
2. Comprehensive Courses
From basic agriculture to advanced biotechnology, candidates can pursue degrees tailored to modern-day agricultural and technical advancements.
3. Placement Opportunities
Students of these universities enjoy excellent placement records, with opportunities in both government and private sectors including agri-tech firms, food industries, research labs, and more.
4. Affordable Education
With nominal fees and state-sponsored infrastructure, UPCATET colleges offer affordable and quality education.
Syllabus and Exam Pattern
The syllabus is based on 10+2 curriculum for UG and Bachelor’s level subjects for PG courses. For detailed syllabus, candidates must refer to the official information brochure available on the UPCATET website.
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Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Agriculture, and General Awareness
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Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR-based)
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Duration: 3 hours
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Language: English and Hindi
Admit Card and Result
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Admit card will be available for download from 27 May 2025. It is mandatory to carry a printed admit card with a valid photo ID to the exam center.
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Results will be declared on 23 June 2025, after which the counselling process will begin in July 2025.