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Uttar Pradesh Combined Agricultural and Technology Entrance Test (UPCATET) is conducted for admission into various UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses in Agricultural Technology for students domiciled in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is held on a rotational basis by four different universities that fall under Uttar Pradesh Krishi Avam Prodyogik Vishwavidyalaya. This year, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, is expected to organize UPCATET 2025.
Latest Notification
UPCATET 2025 Admit Card has been released on May, 2025, on the official website upcatetexam.org. Candidates can download the admit card by logging in using their application number and date of birth. UPCATET 2025 is to be conducted on May, 2025.The exam is conducted in pen and paper-based.
As per UPCATET 2025 Exam Pattern, the question paper consists of 200 questions to be solved within 3 hours. UPCATET 2025 is for 600 marks in total. For every correct answer, candidates will be awarded 3 marks, and for every incorrect response, 1 mark will be deducted. The exam would be conducted in English and Hindi Language. Only the candidates clearing the respective cutoffs for their category (20% in General & 10% in SC/ST) would be eligible for UPCATET 2025 Counselling.
Registration
Students can check here the details of online application form of UPCATET 2025:
- UPCATET Application Form 2025 is available on the official website from March 2025.
- Students should fill all the details on the application form carefully and the entire application process will be carried out in online mode only.
- Candidates have to upload the scanned image of recent photograph (online mode).
- Candidates should take a print copy of the completely filled-in application form for future use.
- There is no option for sending of the off-line/hard copy of application form.
Eligibility Criteria
Before filling the application form, candidates must check if they clear the eligibility criteria. All applicants have to submit their physical fitness certificate approved by a registered medical practitioner in the specified format as mentioned in the official website.
| Course | Minimum Qualification | Subject Required | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. (Hon) Agriculture | 12th Standard | Agricultural Science | 60% |
| B.Sc. (Hon) Horticulture | 12th Standard | PCB | 60% |
| B.Sc. (Hon) Forestry | 12th Standard | PCM | 60% |
| Bachelor in Fisheries Science | 12th Standard | PCMB | 60% |
| Bachelor in Veterinary Science | 12th Standard | PCB / PCMB & English | 50% |
| B.Sc. (Hon) Home Science | 12th Standard | Arts with Home Science / PCB/PCM/PCMB/Agricultural Science | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agriculture Biochemistry / Agricultural Economics/ Agricultural Economics & Management/ Agronomy/ Animal Husbandry/ Dairy Technology/ Live Stock Production and Management/ Genetics & Plant Breeding/ Soil Science/ Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry | B.Sc. Agriculture | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Home Science | BSc Home Science | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agriculture Biotechnology | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Biotechnology | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agricultural Meteorology/ Horticulture/ Nematology | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agricultural Statistics | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Entomology/ Plant Pathology/ Plant Physiology/ Crop Physiology/ Seed Science & Technology/ Soil Conservation& Water Management | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry | - | 60% |
| Masters in Veterinary Science | B.V Sc & AH | - | OGPA 5.50 |
Age Limit
- For courses BVS and C & AH minimum age limit is 17 years and maximum 23 years as on December 31, 2022; and 5 years of relaxation for SC/ST and OBC candidates.
- For the other courses, minimum age limit of the candidates is 16 years and maximum 22 years; and the relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST OBC candidates.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General and Other Backward Class | INR 1250 |
| SC / ST | INR 1050 |
Exam Pattern
Candidates who wish to appear for the exam must be aware of UPCATET 2025 Exam Pattern which is set by the conducting body.
- The exam consists of objective type multiple choice questions.
- Total duration of the exam for UG, PG (except MBA) is 3 hours and PhD is 2 hours.
- The question paper will be in both English and Hindi languages.
There will be four groups of UPCATET question paper for BSc and BTech course admissions as mentioned below:
| Course Opted | Segment | Subjects Covered | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degree in Science courses (Agriculture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Forestry, and Veterinary Science) | PCB | General Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 200 | 600 |
| Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Home Science, B.Tech | PCM | General Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 200 | 600 |
| B.Sc. Agriculture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Forestry, B.Tech Courses | PAG | General Studies, Agriculture Physics, Agriculture Chemistry, Agriculture Zoology, Agriculture Botany, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, Horticulture, Agriculture Engineering, Agriculture Statistics, Mathematics | 200 | 600 |
| B.Sc. Home Science | - | General Studies, English, Hindi, Sociology, Economics, Geography, Home Science | 200 | 600 |
The post-graduation courses exam pattern will contain questions from the subject of their specialization –
| Course Applied for | Subjects Covered | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| M Sc Home science | General Studies, Food & Nutrition, Home Management, Child Development, Home Science, Clothing & Textiles, Statistics | 200 | 600 |
| Masters in Agriculture and Horticulture | General Studies, Agronomy, Agrometeorology, Horticulture, Soil Science, Agriculture Engineering, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Agriculture Biochemistry, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Entomology, Plant Pathology & Nematology, Agriculture Economics, Seed Technology, Soil Conservation, Statistics, Biotechnology, Forestry | 200 | 600 |
| M. SC | General Studies, Veterinary Microbiology, LPM, Surgery & Radiology, Animal genetics & Breeding, Animal Nutrition, Physiology & Biochemistry, Pharmacology & Toxicology, Parasitology, Pathology, Epidemiology & Public Health, Gynaecology, Medicine | 200 | 600 |
Counselling
UPCATET 2025 counselling procedure will commence in the month of August 2025. No call letter will be sent to applicants individually. Admission will be done on the basis of merit list i.e. the marks acquired in UPCATET 2025.
- After UPCATET results are declared, all qualifying candidates are allotted seats in their respective course and university through counselling.
- Seats are allotted on the basis of merit-cum-reservation-cum-choice available at the time of counselling.
- For UPCATET 2025 counselling, candidates can download their counselling letters from the official website of the exam after the results are declared.
- UPCATET counselling letter would contain details such as date, time, and place of the counselling session.
- All candidates need to appear for the counselling as per the schedule mentioned in the letter.
- Documents that candidates need to bring at the time of UPCATET 2025 counselling are as mentioned below. It may be noted that candidates need to carry five sets of all the documents.
Syllabus
UPCATET Syllabus is based on the high school standard Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Candidates can check below the basic syllabus for all the programs in the test.
Undergraduate Program: Syllabus prescribed by UP Board for Intermediate Examination in the concerned subject
Master Program: Syllabus of Undergraduate course in the concerned subject
PhD Program: Syllabus of Master Programme of the concerned subject.
Statistics for PhD programme: Measures of central tendency and dispersion, Skewness and kurtosis, Probability, Normal distribution (properties only), Test of significance (t, Z, f and X2 – test), Regression and correlation (including partial and multiple correlations with their test of significance), Sampling theory with reference to crop estimation survey (random, stratified and multistage sampling).,Analysis of variance, Principles of experimental designs, Completely Randomized Design, Randomized Block Design, Latin Square Design, Factorial Experiments (23 factorial experiments), Split Plot design, Analysis of Covariance, Missing plot Technique ( in R.B.D. and L.S.D. with one value missing), Sponsored Links
MBA (Agri. Business) Program: General Knowledge, Reasoning & Aptitude, General English of High School Standard
Exam
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | March 2025 |
| Last Date to fill out Application Form | April 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay the Application Fee Online | April 2025 |
| Form Correction Window | April 2025 |
| Availability of Admit Card | May 2025 |
| Exam Date | May 2025 |
| Result Declaration | June 2025 |
Eligibilty Criteria
Before filling the application form, candidates must check if they clear the eligibility criteria. All applicants have to submit their physical fitness certificate approved by a registered medical practitioner in the specified format as mentioned in the official website.
| Course | Minimum Qualification | Subject Required | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. (Hon) Agriculture | 12th Standard | Agricultural Science | 60% |
| B.Sc. (Hon) Horticulture | 12th Standard | PCB | 60% |
| B.Sc. (Hon) Forestry | 12th Standard | PCM | 60% |
| Bachelor in Fisheries Science | 12th Standard | PCMB | 60% |
| Bachelor in Veterinary Science | 12th Standard | PCB / PCMB & English | 50% |
| B.Sc. (Hon) Home Science | 12th Standard | Arts with Home Science / PCB/PCM/PCMB/Agricultural Science | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agriculture Biochemistry / Agricultural Economics/ Agricultural Economics & Management/ Agronomy/ Animal Husbandry/ Dairy Technology/ Live Stock Production and Management/ Genetics & Plant Breeding/ Soil Science/ Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry | B.Sc. Agriculture | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Home Science | BSc Home Science | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agriculture Biotechnology | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Biotechnology | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agricultural Meteorology/ Horticulture/ Nematology | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Agricultural Statistics | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture | - | 60% |
| M.Sc. Entomology/ Plant Pathology/ Plant Physiology/ Crop Physiology/ Seed Science & Technology/ Soil Conservation& Water Management | Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry | - | 60% |
| Masters in Veterinary Science | B.V Sc & AH | - | OGPA 5.50 |
Age Limit
- For courses BVS and C & AH minimum age limit is 17 years and maximum 23 years as on December 31, 2022; and 5 years of relaxation for SC/ST and OBC candidates.
- For the other courses, minimum age limit of the candidates is 16 years and maximum 22 years; and the relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST OBC candidates.
Exam Pattern
Candidates who wish to appear for the exam must be aware of UPCATET 2025 Exam Pattern which is set by the conducting body.
- The exam consists of objective type multiple choice questions.
- Total duration of the exam for UG, PG (except MBA) is 3 hours and PhD is 2 hours.
- The question paper will be in both English and Hindi languages.
There will be four groups of UPCATET question paper for BSc and BTech course admissions as mentioned below:
| Course Opted | Segment | Subjects Covered | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degree in Science courses (Agriculture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Forestry, and Veterinary Science) | PCB | General Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 200 | 600 |
| Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Home Science, B.Tech | PCM | General Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 200 | 600 |
| B.Sc. Agriculture, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Forestry, B.Tech Courses | PAG | General Studies, Agriculture Physics, Agriculture Chemistry, Agriculture Zoology, Agriculture Botany, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, Horticulture, Agriculture Engineering, Agriculture Statistics, Mathematics | 200 | 600 |
| B.Sc. Home Science | - | General Studies, English, Hindi, Sociology, Economics, Geography, Home Science | 200 | 600 |
The post-graduation courses exam pattern will contain questions from the subject of their specialization –
| Course Applied for | Subjects Covered | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| M Sc Home science | General Studies, Food & Nutrition, Home Management, Child Development, Home Science, Clothing & Textiles, Statistics | 200 | 600 |
| Masters in Agriculture and Horticulture | General Studies, Agronomy, Agrometeorology, Horticulture, Soil Science, Agriculture Engineering, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Agriculture Biochemistry, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Entomology, Plant Pathology & Nematology, Agriculture Economics, Seed Technology, Soil Conservation, Statistics, Biotechnology, Forestry | 200 | 600 |
| M. SC | General Studies, Veterinary Microbiology, LPM, Surgery & Radiology, Animal genetics & Breeding, Animal Nutrition, Physiology & Biochemistry, Pharmacology & Toxicology, Parasitology, Pathology, Epidemiology & Public Health, Gynaecology, Medicine | 200 | 600 |
Syllabus
UPCATET Syllabus is based on the high school standard Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Candidates can check below the basic syllabus for all the programs in the test.
Undergraduate Program: Syllabus prescribed by UP Board for Intermediate Examination in the concerned subject
Master Program: Syllabus of Undergraduate course in the concerned subject
PhD Program: Syllabus of Master Programme of the concerned subject.
Statistics for PhD programme: Measures of central tendency and dispersion, Skewness and kurtosis, Probability, Normal distribution (properties only), Test of significance (t, Z, f and X2 – test), Regression and correlation (including partial and multiple correlations with their test of significance), Sampling theory with reference to crop estimation survey (random, stratified and multistage sampling).,Analysis of variance, Principles of experimental designs, Completely Randomized Design, Randomized Block Design, Latin Square Design, Factorial Experiments (23 factorial experiments), Split Plot design, Analysis of Covariance, Missing plot Technique ( in R.B.D. and L.S.D. with one value missing), Sponsored Links
MBA (Agri. Business) Program: General Knowledge, Reasoning & Aptitude, General English of High School Standard
Counselling
UPCATET 2025 counselling procedure will commence in the month of August 2025. No call letter will be sent to applicants individually. Admission will be done on the basis of merit list i.e. the marks acquired in UPCATET 2025.
- After UPCATET results are declared, all qualifying candidates are allotted seats in their respective course and university through counselling.
- Seats are allotted on the basis of merit-cum-reservation-cum-choice available at the time of counselling.
- For UPCATET 2025 counselling, candidates can download their counselling letters from the official website of the exam after the results are declared.
- UPCATET counselling letter would contain details such as date, time, and place of the counselling session.
- All candidates need to appear for the counselling as per the schedule mentioned in the letter.
- Documents that candidates need to bring at the time of UPCATET 2025 counselling are as mentioned below. It may be noted that candidates need to carry five sets of all the documents.
Old Question Papers
1. Official Sources
UPCATET Official Website:
Website: Visit the professional UPCATET website. The professional web site may provide pattern papers or previous years' question papers.
Downloads Section: Check under sections like “Exams,” “Downloads,” or “Resources” for any available beyond papers or pattern assessments.
2. University Resources
Contact the University:
Admissions Office: Reach out to the admissions workplace of Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology (NDUAT), which conducts UPCATET. They may additionally offer preceding years’ papers or direct you to where you could find them.
Library: If you've got get admission to to the college’s library, they may have data of beyond query papers.
3. Online Educational Platforms
Educational Websites:
Websites: Platforms inclusive of Shiksha, Collegedunia, and Pagalguy may have discussions or links related to UPCATET query papers.
Forums: Educational boards and discussion forums now and again proportion past papers or provide sources related to UPCATET.
Study Resources:
Test Preparation Websites: Websites like Embibe, Career Launcher, or BYJU'S may additionally have exercise tests and preparatory substances.
4. Books and Guides
Preparation Books:
Books: Look for UPCATET training books that encompass preceding years’ papers. Publishers including Arihant, Ramesh Publishing House, and others regularly have specialized books for entrance assessments.
Guides: Books that target agriculture and technology entrance checks may additionally encompass sample papers and practice questions.
Prep Materials
Preparing for the Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test (UPCATET) 2025 involves a established method to make sure you cover all vital topics and perform well within the examination. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you together with your preparation:
1. Understanding the Exam
Exam Overview:
Purpose: UPCATET is conducted for admission to diverse undergraduate and postgraduate applications in agriculture and era supplied by way of taking part universities in Uttar Pradesh.
Subjects: Typically includes sections on General Knowledge, Agriculture (or unique problem for postgraduate), Mathematics, and General Science relying on the program.
Exam Pattern:
Type: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Duration: Generally 2 to three hours.
Sections:
Undergraduate: General Knowledge, Agriculture, Mathematics, General Science.
Postgraduate: Specialization in Agriculture or associated topics, General Knowledge, and in all likelihood research technique.
2. Official Preparation Material
UPCATET Official Website:
Website: Regularly take a look at the UPCATET authentic internet site for updates, pattern papers, and syllabus info.
Notifications: Keep a watch on professional notifications for any adjustments within the examination sample or syllabus.
University Resources:
Contact: Reach out to the organizing college, Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology (NDUAT), for legitimate publications or preparatory cloth.
3. Books and Study Guides
Recommended Books:
General Knowledge: “General Knowledge 2025” by means of Manohar Pandey or similar.
Agriculture:
For Undergraduates: Books like "Fundamentals of Agronomy" with the aid of H. S. Srivastava, “Principles of Agronomy” by way of R. K. Sharma.
For Postgraduates: Advanced textbooks associated with precise agricultural sciences, such as "Soil Science" with the aid of M. K. Das, or "Plant Physiology" with the aid of Taiz and Zeiger.
Mathematics: “Objective Mathematics” via R.D. Sharma.
General Science: NCERT textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Preparation Guides:
Look for UPCATET-specific practise courses that encompass exercise questions, preceding years’ papers, and exam hints.
4. Online Resources
Educational Websites:
Websites: Platforms like Shiksha, Collegedunia, and Pagalguy offer records, dialogue boards, and every now and then pattern papers related to UPCATET.
Test Preparation Sites: Websites along with Embibe and Career Launcher provide mock exams and preparatory materials.
Apps:
Study Apps: Apps like BYJU'S, Testbook, and Gradeup provide exercise assessments and courses tailor-made to various entrance tests.
5. Coaching and Prep Classes
Local Coaching Centers:
Classroom Coaching: Enroll in coaching classes that specialize in agricultural entrance tests for established practise and professional guidance.
Online Coaching:
Online Courses: Platforms which includes Unacademy and BYJU'S offer online publications mainly designed for UPCATET preparation.
Admit card
Steps to Obtain UPCATET Admit Card:
Visit the Official Website:
Go to the reliable UPCATET website or the internet site of the organizing university, normally Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology.
Log In:
Use your credentials, which normally encompass your application range and date of start, to log in to the examination portal. There have to be a segment especially for downloading admit playing cards.
Check Release Date:
Admit cards are commonly launched some weeks earlier than the exam. Check the professional website often for updates on the release date.
Download and Print:
Once the admit card is available, down load it from the website. Ensure you print it out, as you may want a bodily replica for the exam.
Carefully take a look at the information on your admit card, consisting of your call, picture, exam center, and exam date. If you locate any discrepancies, contact the examination government at once to get them corrected.
Contact Exam Authorities:
If you encounter any problems downloading your admit card or if there are mistakes, contact the UPCATET examination authorities or the organizing college for help.
