Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute Kanpur M.Tech Textile Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Master of Technology in Textile Technology at UPTTI, Kanpur is a 2-year postgraduate engineering programme affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow. The programme covers advanced yarn and fabric engineering, technical textiles, weaving technology, nonwovens, and industrial textile processes. Founded in 1914, UPTTI has specialised laboratories and deep links with India’s textile manufacturing sector. Total fees are INR 2,03,000 for the 2-year programme.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Tech Textile Technology at UPTTI, Kanpur is INR 2,03,000 for the complete programme (Year 1: INR 1,04,000 and Year 2: INR 99,000). Hostel charges are separate. UP-domicile students may apply for state fee reimbursement via the UP government scholarship portal. NSP scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/Minority students at scholarships.gov.in.

Ans. Admission is based on a valid GATE score through UPTAC PG counselling. Candidates submit applications to UPTTI during the application window (May 27 - June 30, 2026), register on the UPTAC portal, and are allotted seats based on GATE rank and category. UPTTI also accepts candidates through a direct institute-level entrance test for non-GATE applicants subject to seat availability.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Tech/B.E. or equivalent degree in Textile Technology, Textile Engineering, or a relevant discipline from a recognised university with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). A valid GATE score in the Textile Engineering and Fibre Science paper is preferred for UPTAC PG counselling. Candidates without GATE may apply through the direct institute-level entrance test.

Ans. M.Tech Textile Technology graduates from UPTTI can pursue senior roles in textile manufacturing, process engineering, technical textiles, and research and development. Government bodies such as ATIRA, NITRA, and NTM recruit postgraduate textile engineers. Graduates may also pursue PhD programmes at IITs or other research institutions for academic and research careers in India’s growing technical textiles and apparel sectors.

Ans. UPTTI offers 12 seats in M.Tech Textile Technology, making it a focused postgraduate programme with close faculty supervision. The small cohort size allows students direct access to UPTTI’s specialised textile laboratories covering weaving, nonwovens, and technical textile testing at its Kanpur campus. The programme is affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow, and approved by AICTE.