The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) has announced the dates for its UPESEAT 2026 exam. This entrance exam is for students who want to join B.Tech engineering courses at the university. The UPESEAT 2026 exam will be held from January 22 to January 24, 2026 . Students who plan to take this exam must apply online before the last date, which is January 20, 2026 . All official details and the application form are available on the university's website, upes.ac.in .
Key Dates for UPESEAT 2026
Students should note these important dates:
- Last date to apply: January 20, 2026
- UPESEAT 2026 Exam Dates: January 22, 2026 – January 24, 2026
It is important for all applicants to finish their registration and pay the fees by the deadline to be able to sit for the exam.
How to Apply for UPESEAT 2026
The application process for UPESEAT 2026 is fully online. Here are the steps to apply:
- Visit the official UPES website: upes.ac.in .
- Find and click on the link for "UPESEAT 2026 Registration" or "Apply Now".
- Fill out the application form with all necessary personal and academic details.
- Upload any required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
Once the application and fee payment are complete, candidates will receive a login ID and passkey. These will be used to access the exam and other updates.
UPESEAT Exam Slot Booking
UPES will soon release information about how to book exam slots. This means registered candidates will be able to choose their preferred date and time to take the computer-based exam within the January 22-24, 2026, window. Students should check the official website regularly for these updates.
UPESEAT 2026 Exam Details
The UPESEAT exam is a computer-based test. Its purpose is to select students for Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) programs at UPES. The exam covers subjects essential for engineering studies.
UPESEAT 2026 Exam Pattern
Here is a breakdown of the UPESEAT 2026 question paper:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
| Mathematics / Biology | 35 | 35 |
| Physics | 35 | 35 |
| Chemistry | 35 | 35 |
| English Language Comprehension | 20 | 20 |
| Total Questions | 125 | 125 |
- The exam duration is 2 hours .
- Each question carries 1 mark .
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
After the UPESEAT Exam
After the exam, UPES will announce the results. Qualified students will then participate in counselling and seat allotment rounds. Through counselling, admissions to various B.Tech courses will be offered based on student ranks and choices.
UPES also provides other ways to get into its B.Tech programs. These include admissions based on JEE Main exam scores , Class 12 board exam marks (called board merit), and results from other approved entrance tests.
