The Uttar Pradesh Joint Entrance Examination Council, the conducting authority for diploma-level technical education admissions in the state, has released the tentative schedule for the Joint Entrance Examination Council of Uttar Pradesh 2026 on January 9, 2026.
According to the official announcement, the computer-based entrance test for Group A (Diploma in Engineering/Technology) and other groups will be held in multiple shifts across designated centres in Uttar Pradesh during the summer of 2026.
JEECUP 2026 Tentative Exam Schedule Announced
The JEECUP 2026 exam is planned over several days to accommodate the large number of applicants seeking entry into polytechnic institutes, pharmacy diplomas, and postgraduate diploma courses.
Important dates include:
Application Period: Online registration opens in February 2026 and closes in April 2026, with fee payment deadlines aligned accordingly.
Admit Card Release: Expected in the first week of May 2026, downloadable from the official portal.
Exam Dates: Tentatively scheduled from May 20 to May 28, 2026, conducted in multiple shifts daily to facilitate smooth administration.
Result Declaration: Anticipated in June 2026, followed by counselling rounds for seat allotment.
This schedule applies to admissions for the academic year 2026-27 across government, aided, and private polytechnic institutions in Uttar Pradesh.
Groups and Courses Covered
The examination covers various groups under JEECUP, including:
– Group A: Diploma in Engineering/Technology
– Group B: Diploma in Agriculture Engineering
– Group C: Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology
– Group E: Diploma in Pharmacy
– Group F: Post Diploma in Computer Application
Additional groups address lateral entry and management quota admissions, ensuring comprehensive coverage for technical diploma programmes in the state.
1. Registration with valid email and mobile number.
2. Filling personal, academic, and category details.
3. Uploading scanned documents as per specifications.
4. Payment of application fee through online modes.
Fee concessions apply for reserved categories as per state government norms.
JEECUP 2026 Eligibility Criteria and Exam Preparation Tips
Eligibility varies by group, generally requiring completion of Class 10 or 12 with specified subjects and minimum marks, in accordance with guidelines from the Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh.
The authority has not announced further details yet regarding the exact shift timings, centre list, or syllabus updates for 2026.
Candidates are advised to monitor the official website for any revisions in the tentative schedule and to prepare based on previous patterns, focusing on physics, chemistry, mathematics, and relevant aptitude sections.
Significance for Technical Education Aspirants
This announcement enables thousands of students across Uttar Pradesh to plan their preparation and application strategy for diploma-level technical education.
The JEECUP process, overseen by the Uttar Pradesh government in coordination with the Directorate of Technical Education, maintains transparency and merit-based selection for polytechnic admissions in the region.
Prospective applicants should regularly check the JEECUP portal for the complete notification, registration link, and any additional instructions as the academic year 2026-27 approaches.
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