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BNCET, Lucknow offers B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech Lateral Entry, and Diploma in Engineering under AKTU and BTEUP affiliation. B.Tech and PG admissions follow UPTAC centralised counselling based on JEE Main, GATE, CAT, or other management entrance scores. Diploma admissions go through JEECUP counselling. Students find UPTAC a transparent merit-based process, though the UP state counselling timeline can stretch into August. Management-quota seats are available for most programmes.
B.Tech via UPTAC: Registration is open after JEE Main results declared on April 17, 2026. Seat allotment is expected in July 2026. MBA and M.Tech via UPTAC: Registration opened on May 25, 2026. Last date to register: June 15, 2026. Counselling expected in July 2026. B.Tech Lateral via UPTAC: Registration is ongoing through June 2026. Allotment in July 2026. Diploma via JEECUP: Exam was held May 15-22, 2026. Counselling is ongoing through July 2026.
Table of Contents
- Admission Process and Timeline
- Popular Courses Admission Overview
- BNCET B.Tech Admission 2026
- BNCET MBA Admission 2026
- BNCET M.Tech Admission 2026
- Other Programmes at BNCET
- BNCET Admission FAQs
Admission Process and Timeline
All B.Tech, MBA, and M.Tech admissions at BNCET go through UPTAC, the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling portal managed by AKTU. Diploma admissions use JEECUP. The general steps are similar across all programmes.
- Appear in the relevant entrance exam: JEE Main for B.Tech, GATE for M.Tech, or CAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA for MBA
- Register on the UPTAC or JEECUP portal with your score and academic documents
- Fill college and branch preferences during the choice-filling round
- Receive seat allotment (expected July 2026) and pay the fee to confirm the seat
- For management-quota seats, contact the BNCET admissions office directly
Popular Courses Admission Overview
| Degree | Important Dates | Exam Accepted and Admission Process |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main Result: April 17, 2026 (declared) UPTAC Registration: Open now Seat Allotment: July 2026 (Tentative) Classes Begin: August 2026 (Tentative) |
JEE Main 2026 + UPTAC counselling Management quota: direct |
| MBA | UPTAC Registration opened: May 25, 2026 Registration Last Date: June 15, 2026 Counselling: July 2026 (Tentative) Classes: August-September 2026 |
CAT 2025 / MAT / CMAT / ATMA UPTAC MBA counselling |
| M.Tech | UPTAC PG Registration opened: May 25, 2026 Registration Last Date: June 15, 2026 Counselling: July 2026 (Tentative) |
GATE score preferred (govt quota) Management quota: direct |
| B.Tech Lateral | Registration: Ongoing through June 2026 Seat Allotment: July 2026 (Tentative) |
Diploma aggregate marks UPTAC Lateral Entry counselling |
| Diploma in Engineering | JEECUP Exam: May 15-22, 2026 (held) Counselling: Ongoing through July 2026 |
JEECUP 2026 centralised counselling Class X marks basis |
All counselling dates are tentative per UPTAC and JEECUP.
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a UP student seeking B.Tech via JEE Main at under INR 3.5 lakhs total
- You want MBA or M.Tech in Lucknow at under INR 1.6 lakhs total fees
- You are a diploma holder seeking B.Tech lateral entry close to Lucknow
- You want an AKTU-affiliated city campus with moderate fee and UPTAC counselling access
✗ Skip if
- You need strong MBA brand recognition with national-level corporate recruiters
- You are targeting an NIT-level B.Tech infrastructure and campus experience
- You want MBBS, law, or design programmes not offered at BNCET
- You need M.Tech research labs or funded PhD opportunities
BNCET B.Tech Admission 2026
Admission Process
B.Tech admissions at BNCET are through UPTAC centralised counselling managed by AKTU, based on JEE Main 2026 scores. UPTAC registration is currently open. Management-quota seats are also available through direct college admission.
- JEE Main Session 2 results were declared on April 17, 2026
- Register on the UPTAC 2026 portal with your JEE Main scorecard and 10+2 documents
- Fill branch and college preferences during the UPTAC choice-filling round
- Seat allotment is expected in July 2026
- Classes are expected to begin in August 2026
- For management-quota seats, contact the BNCET admissions office directly
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- Minimum 45% aggregate in the qualifying examination
- Valid JEE Main 2026 score required for UPTAC counselling
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main Session 2 Result | April 17, 2026 (declared) |
| UPTAC 2026 Registration | Currently open |
| Seat Allotment | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Allotment date is tentative per UPTAC schedule.
Additional Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 3,07,168 (INR 76,792 per year, uniform across all 10 specialisations) |
| AKTU Exam Fees | Billed separately per semester |
BNCET MBA Admission 2026
Admission Process
MBA admissions at BNCET follow UPTAC MBA counselling managed by AKTU. Registration opened on May 25, 2026. The last date to register is June 15, 2026. Management-quota seats are available directly through the college.
- UPTAC MBA 2026 registration opened on May 25, 2026
- Register on the UPTAC portal before the deadline of June 15, 2026 with your scorecard
- Valid scores accepted: CAT 2025, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA
- Attend UPTAC counselling and choice-filling in July 2026
- Classes are expected to begin in August to September 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- Minimum 50% aggregate in the qualifying examination
- Valid score in CAT 2025, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA required
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UPTAC MBA Registration Opened | May 25, 2026 |
| UPTAC MBA Registration Last Date | June 15, 2026 |
| UPTAC Counselling | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Begin | August to September 2026 |
Counselling date is tentative per UPTAC schedule.
Additional Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (2 years) | INR 1,53,584 (INR 76,792 per year) |
| Exams Accepted | CAT 2025, MAT, CMAT, ATMA |
| AKTU Exam Fees | Billed separately |
BNCET M.Tech Admission 2026
Admission Process
M.Tech admissions at BNCET go through UPTAC 2026 PG counselling managed by AKTU. Registration opened on May 25, 2026 with a deadline of June 15, 2026. GATE score is preferred for government-quota seats. Management-quota direct admission is also available.
- UPTAC PG registration opened on May 25, 2026
- Register before the deadline of June 15, 2026 with your GATE scorecard and B.Tech marksheet
- Attend UPTAC M.Tech counselling in July 2026
- For management quota without GATE, contact the BNCET admissions office directly
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Tech or B.E. in a relevant engineering discipline
- Minimum 55% aggregate in the qualifying examination
- Valid GATE score preferred for government-quota seats
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UPTAC PG Registration Opened | May 25, 2026 |
| UPTAC PG Registration Last Date | June 15, 2026 |
| UPTAC M.Tech Counselling | July 2026 (Tentative) |
Counselling date is tentative per UPTAC schedule.
Additional Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (2 years) | INR 1,15,000 for both CSE and Mechanical Engineering specialisations |
| Specialisations | M.Tech CSE and M.Tech Mechanical Engineering |
| AKTU Exam Fees | Billed separately |
Other Programmes at BNCET
| Degree | Eligibility | Admission Process | Key Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Lateral | Diploma in Engineering from a recognised board Min 45% aggregate Fees: INR 2,30,376 (3 years) |
UPTAC Lateral Entry counselling Based on Diploma aggregate marks No separate entrance exam needed |
Registration: Ongoing through June 2026 Seat Allotment: July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Diploma in Engineering | Passed Class X from a recognised board Fees: INR 90,450 (3 years) |
JEECUP 2026 centralised counselling Based on Class X marks |
JEECUP Exam: May 15-22, 2026 (held) Counselling: Ongoing through July 2026 |
Dates are tentative and subject to change.
BNCET Admission FAQs
Ques. Is UPTAC registration currently open for B.Tech at BNCET?
Ans. Yes, UPTAC 2026 registration for B.Tech is currently open following JEE Main Session 2 results declared on April 17, 2026. Register on the UPTAC portal with your JEE Main scorecard, 10+2 marksheet, and domicile documents. Seat allotment is expected in July 2026. Do not wait too long as UPTAC typically has rolling registration cut-off stages.
Ques. What is the last date for MBA and M.Tech UPTAC registration at BNCET?
Ans. The UPTAC MBA and M.Tech PG registration last date is June 15, 2026. Both registration windows opened on May 25, 2026. If you plan to take MBA or M.Tech admission at BNCET, register on the UPTAC portal immediately. After June 15, 2026, you will not be eligible for UPTAC counselling this session.
Ques. Is GATE mandatory for M.Tech admission at BNCET?
Ans. GATE is preferred for government-quota M.Tech seats allotted through UPTAC. The registration deadline is June 15, 2026. If you do not have a GATE score, management-quota M.Tech seats may be available through direct college admission. Total M.Tech fees are INR 1,15,000 for two years for both CSE and Mechanical Engineering. Contact BNCET admissions to confirm management-quota availability.
Ques. How does B.Tech Lateral Entry admission work at BNCET?
Ans. B.Tech Lateral Entry at BNCET is for diploma holders in Engineering. No separate entrance exam is required. Seats are allotted through UPTAC Lateral Entry counselling based on your Diploma aggregate marks. Registration is ongoing through June 2026 and seat allotment is expected in July 2026. Total fees for the 3-year programme are INR 2,30,376.
Ques. Can students from outside Uttar Pradesh apply for B.Tech at BNCET?
Ans. UPTAC government-quota seats are primarily for Uttar Pradesh domicile candidates. Students from other states can apply for management-quota B.Tech seats through direct college admission. Total B.Tech fees are INR 3,07,168 for four years. Contact BNCET admissions to check management-quota availability in your preferred branch.
Ques. Which entrance exam scores are accepted for MBA admission at BNCET?
Ans. BNCET accepts CAT 2025, MAT, CMAT, and ATMA scores for MBA through UPTAC counselling. You do not need a top percentile. The UPTAC MBA registration deadline is June 15, 2026. Total MBA fees are INR 1,53,584 for two years. If you have any of these scores, register on the UPTAC portal now to avoid missing the deadline.
Ques. Is JEECUP counselling for Diploma at BNCET still ongoing?
Ans. Yes, JEECUP 2026 counselling is ongoing through July 2026. The JEECUP exam was held from May 15 to May 22, 2026 and results are expected soon. Seats are allotted based on JEECUP rank and Class X marks. Total Diploma fees at BNCET are INR 90,450 for three years. Eligibility requires passing Class X from a recognised board.
Ques. Are AKTU university fees included in the fees listed for BNCET programmes?
Ans. No. AKTU university examination and enrolment fees are charged separately and are not included in the programme fees for B.Tech, MBA, and M.Tech at BNCET. For Diploma, BTEUP examination fees are also separate. The fees listed in this article are institutional tuition fees only. Confirm the total annual cost with the BNCET admissions office before enrolling.
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