The Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering) programme at BN College of Engineering and Technology (BNCET), Lucknow, is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU). The programme covers advanced algorithms, distributed computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, high-performance computing, computer networks, software architecture, and research methods in computing. Collegedunia ranks BNCET 164 in its 2024 India Engineering Colleges list. Admission is through UPTAC centralised counselling based on GATE scores. Total fees for the two-year programme are INR 1,15,000.
📋 Admission Status: M.Tech 2026-27 admissions at BN College of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow, are conducted through UPTAC centralised counselling based on GATE 2026 scores. GATE 2026 results were declared on March 19, 2026. UPTAC 2026 registration for PG programmes opened May 25, 2026, with the last date on June 15, 2026. Choice filling begins June 22, 2026. Candidates should register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.samarth.edu.in).
BN College of Engineering and Technology M.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 57,500 |
| Total Fees (2 years) | INR 1,15,000 |
- Total institutional fees for the two-year M.Tech programme at BNCET are INR 1,15,000 (INR 57,500 per year). AKTU university examination and enrolment fees are payable separately on the AKTU portal.
- Fee figures are sourced from the official BNCET fee schedule at bncet.ac.in. Confirm the latest fee with the BNCET admissions office before enrolment.
BN College of Engineering and Technology M.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Result | March 19, 2026 |
| UPTAC 2026 PG Registration Opens | May 25, 2026 |
| UPTAC 2026 Registration Last Date | June 15, 2026 |
| UPTAC 2026 Choice Filling (Round 1) | June 22, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment and Reporting (Expected) | July to August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE 2026 | Aug 28, 2025 | Feb 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026 | March 19, 2026 |
- Admission to M.Tech at BNCET, Lucknow, is through UPTAC centralised counselling conducted by AKTU, based on GATE 2026 scores.
- Candidates must register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.samarth.edu.in) before June 15, 2026, fill in college and programme preferences including BNCET, and participate in seat allotment rounds.
- On receiving a seat allotment letter, report to BNCET, Lucknow, with original documents (GATE scorecard, B.Tech marksheets, category certificate if applicable) for document verification and first-year fee payment.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.Tech or B.E. degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 55 per cent aggregate marks (50 per cent for SC/ST candidates).
- A valid score in GATE 2026 in the relevant paper is required for admission through UPTAC centralised counselling.
- Candidates appearing in their final year of the qualifying degree may apply provisionally, subject to meeting eligibility criteria in the final result.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid score in GATE 2026 (conducted February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026; result March 19, 2026) in the relevant paper (ME for Mechanical, CS for CSE).
- Register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.samarth.edu.in) by June 15, 2026; pay the non-refundable registration fee of INR 1,000.
- Fill in college and programme preferences from June 22, 2026 onwards; include BNCET Lucknow in your preference list.
- Participate in UPTAC seat allotment rounds; accept the allotted seat within the stipulated window and pay the seat acceptance fee.
- Report to BNCET, Lucknow, with original certificates (GATE scorecard, B.Tech degree certificate or provisional, marksheets of all semesters, and category certificate if applicable) for document verification and admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- GATE-qualified CS/IT graduates seeking an affordable AKTU M.Tech in UP
- Working professionals wanting GATE stipend (INR 12,400/month) during studies
- Candidates targeting lecturer or research roles at regional institutions
- Students from UP who prefer UPTAC counselling and state government scholarships
- Aspirants looking for low-fee (INR 1,15,000 total) PG engineering degree
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting IIT or NIT-level research infrastructure
- Students seeking strong industry placement pipelines from their PG institution
- Those wanting an NIRF-ranked or NAAC A-grade institution for M.Tech
- Candidates without a GATE score as admission requires valid GATE 2026
BN College of Engineering and Technology M.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Scholarship (MHRD) | INR 12,400 per month | Full-time GATE-qualified M.Tech students; stipend from MHRD via the college |
| UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship | Fee reimbursement | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in UP; income within state norms; apply via pfms.nic.in |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved PG programmes; apply via National Scholarship Portal |
- GATE-qualified students admitted to full-time M.Tech programmes at AICTE-approved institutions may receive the MHRD assistantship of INR 12,400 per month, subject to meeting the conditions stipulated by the Ministry of Education.
- SC, ST, and OBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh may apply for the UP government post-matric scholarship via the state scholarship portal (scholarships.up.gov.in).
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