UPCATET 2027 notification was released on October 13, 2026 by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology (SVBPUAT), Meerut.

The official notification marks the start of the UPCATET 2027 admission cycle for undergraduate agricultural and allied science courses. Students seeking admission to B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry and B.Sc. Community Science programmes at state agricultural universities in Uttar Pradesh can review the full application details below.

  • UPCATET 2027 application form is expected to open in November 2026.
  • The exam is tentatively scheduled for May 2027.
  • Eligibility requires 10+2 with PCB, PCM or Agriculture with a minimum of 50% marks.
  • Application fee is ₹1,000 for General/OBC and ₹500 for SC/ST students.
  • The exam is conducted in offline OMR-based mode with 100 questions and no negative marking.
Direct Link to UPCATET 2027 Official Notification (OUT)

UPCATET 2027 Overview

UPCATET (Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test) is the state-level undergraduate entrance exam conducted by SVBPUAT, Meerut. It provides admission to B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry and B.Sc. Community Science programmes at participating universities across Uttar Pradesh.

Particulars Details
Full Name Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test
Conducting Body SVBPUAT, Meerut
Exam Level State Level
Exam Mode Offline (OMR-based)
Courses Offered B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry, B.Sc. Community Science
Official Website svbpuat.ac.in

UPCATET 2027 Important Dates

The table below reflects the confirmed notification date and the expected schedule based on previous year trends. Students should bookmark the official SVBPUAT portal to track updates as dates are confirmed.

Event Expected Date
Notification Release October 13, 2026
Application Form Start November 2026 (expected)
Application Form Last Date January 2027 (expected)
Admit Card Release April 2027 (expected)
UPCATET 2027 Exam Date May 2027 (expected)
Result Declaration June 2027 (expected)
Counselling Start June–July 2027 (expected)

UPCATET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Students must fulfil the following eligibility conditions before submitting the UPCATET 2027 application. Applying without meeting the criteria can lead to rejection of your application at any stage.

Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible. Students with UP domicile are given preference for state quota seats.

Academic Qualification: Students must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST students).

Programme Required Subjects in 10+2 Minimum Marks
B.Sc. Agriculture Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture/Mathematics 50% (General/OBC); 45% (SC/ST)
B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics 50% (General/OBC); 45% (SC/ST)
B.Sc. Horticulture Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture 50% (General/OBC); 45% (SC/ST)
B.Sc. Forestry Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture/Mathematics 50% (General/OBC); 45% (SC/ST)
B.Sc. Community Science Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Home Science 50% (General/OBC); 45% (SC/ST)

Age Limit: Students must be at least 17 years old as of July 1, 2027. The upper age limit is 22 years for General category and 25 years for SC/ST/OBC students.


How to Apply for UPCATET 2027

The UPCATET 2027 application process is entirely online. Once the form opens in November 2026, follow these steps to complete your registration successfully.

  1. Visit the official SVBPUAT portal — Open svbpuat.ac.in and click on the UPCATET 2027 application link on the homepage.
  2. Register your account — Enter your name, mobile number and email ID to create login credentials. Save them securely for future logins.
  3. Fill the application form — Provide personal details, academic qualifications, category, exam city preference and course choices. Review everything before proceeding.
  4. Upload required documents — Upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPG, 10–50 KB) and your signature (JPG, 5–20 KB) in the prescribed format.
  5. Pay the application fee — Complete payment via net banking, UPI, debit card or credit card. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
  6. Submit and save confirmation — Submit the completed form and download the confirmation page for your records.
Category Application Fee
General / OBC ₹1,000
SC / ST ₹500

UPCATET 2027 Exam Pattern

UPCATET 2027 is a pen-and-paper (OMR-based) test of 2 hours duration. The paper has 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 1 mark each with no negative marking, so students should attempt all questions.

Aspect Details
Exam Mode Offline (OMR-based)
Total Questions 100
Total Marks 100
Duration 2 Hours
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Negative Marking None
Medium Hindi and English

Students applying for B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture and Forestry will answer questions from Physics (25), Chemistry (25) and Biology/Agriculture (50). Students applying for B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering will answer questions from Physics (25), Chemistry (25) and Mathematics (50).


UPCATET 2027 FAQs

Ques. When was the UPCATET 2027 notification released?

Ans. The UPCATET 2027 official notification was released on October 13, 2026 by SVBPUAT, Meerut.

Ques. When will the UPCATET 2027 application form open?

Ans. Based on previous year trends, the UPCATET 2027 application form is expected to open in November 2026. Students should check the official SVBPUAT portal for the confirmed schedule once it is announced.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for UPCATET 2027?

Ans. Students must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with a third subject (Biology, Agriculture, Mathematics or Home Science depending on the course) with a minimum of 50% marks. SC/ST students need 45%.

Ques. Is there negative marking in UPCATET 2027?

Ans. No, UPCATET 2027 does not have negative marking. Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no deduction for wrong answers. Students should attempt all 100 questions.

Ques. What is the UPCATET 2027 application fee?

Ans. The UPCATET 2027 application fee is ₹1,000 for General and OBC students. SC and ST students pay ₹500. The fee is paid online and is non-refundable.

Ques. Which courses can I get through UPCATET 2027?

Ans. UPCATET 2027 grants admission to B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry and B.Sc. Community Science at state agricultural universities in Uttar Pradesh.