UTU Counselling 2026: Eligibility, Fees, Admissions and Seats

The UTU Counselling 2026 will start from 28 May and candidates will get seats according to the counselling process which will be conducted by Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University. There are a total of 5310 seats in engineering courses for which counselling will take place through Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Technical University

utu counselling 2026

We have the Break of seats according to the colleges that will be helpful for you

Eligibility

Educational Qualification (For B.Tech / Engineering Admission)

For UTU BTech Counselling 2026 Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12th) with subjects from the following list:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Electronics
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Biology
  • Informatics Practices
  • Biotechnology
  • Technical Vocational Subject
  • Agriculture
  • Engineering Graphics
  • Business Studies
  • Entrepreneurship

Candidates must obtain:

  • Minimum 45% marks in the required subjects taken together.
  • 40% marks for Reserved Category candidates.

Branch-wise Subject Requirements

1. Biotechnology Engineering

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry

Any one of:

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Mathematics

2. Agriculture Engineering

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry

Any one of:

  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Agriculture
  • Agriculture Stream

3. Civil Engineering (CE)

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics

4. Computer Science Engineering (CSE)

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Any one subject from the approved list (#)

5. Chemical Engineering

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics

6. Electrical Engineering (EE)

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Any one subject from the approved list (#)

7. Electronics Engineering

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Any one subject from the approved list (#)

8. Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Any one subject from the approved list (#)

9. Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics

10. Aeronautical Engineering

Required Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics

Subjects Included in “Any One from #”

You can choose one additional subject from:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Electronics
  • IT
  • Biology
  • Informatics Practices
  • Biotechnology
  • Technical Vocational Subject
  • Agriculture
  • Engineering Graphics
  • Business Studies
  • Entrepreneurship

Important Note

For Biotechnology and Agriculture Engineering, colleges may design the first 1–2 semesters to help:

  • Biology/Biotechnology students learn extra Mathematics.
  • Maths students learn Biology-related basics.

After that, all students study at the same level.

Engineering Colleges in Uttarakhand

CollegesSeatsCourseStatus
FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY VMSB UTU DEHRADUN120CSEGovernment
60Cyber Security
APJ ABDUL KALAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TANAKPUR120CSE
60AI & ML
60Civil Engineering
60Robotics & Automation
60Mechanical Engineering
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY BAUN (UTTARKASH120CSEGovt
60CSE AI and ML
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, GOPESHWAR60Civil EngineeringGovt
120CSE
30Electrical Engineering
30Electronics and Communication Engineering
30Mechanical Engineering
NANHI PARI SEEMANT INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY PITHORAGARH80Electronics and Communication EngineeringGovt
180CSE
60Mechanical Engineering
60Civil Engineering
60Electrical Engineering
NANHI PARI SEEMANT INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY PITHORAGARH60Civil EngineeringGovt
120CSE
60CSE AI and ML
30Electrical Engineering
30Electronics and Communication Engineering
60Mechanical Engineering
WOMEN INSTITUE OF TECHNOLOGY, DEHRADUN60Civil EngineeringGovt
120CSE
30Electrical Engineering
30Electronics and Communication Engineering
30Mechanical Engineering

Total

2070 Seats

Government Affiliated Engineering Colleges

CollegesCourseSeatsStatus
BIPIN TRIPATHI KUMAON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, DWARAHATBitotechnology30Govt
Chemical Engineering30
Civil Engineering60
CSE60
Electrical Engineering60
Electronics and Communication Engineering60
Mechanical Engineering60
College of Technology Pant Nagar Pant Nagar UniversityAgriculture Engineering60Govt
Civil Engineering60
Computer Engineering60
Electrical Engineering60
Electronics and Communication Engineering45
Industrical & Production Engineering45
IT60
Mechanical Engineering60
G.B. PANT INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, PAURI GARHWALBiotechnology60Govt
Civil Engineering60
CSE60
CSE AI & ML60
Electrical Engineering60
Electronics and Communication Engineering60
Mechanical Engineering(Manufacturing Engineering)60

Private Institutions

(Continue same table structure exactly for remaining colleges and seats)

Total

Affiliated govt and Pvt Seats
3240

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is UTU Counselling 2026?

UTU Counselling 2026 is the centralized admission process conducted by Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University (UTU) for admission to B.Tech courses in participating government and private engineering colleges of Uttarakhand.

2. Which colleges participate in UTU B.Tech Counselling 2026?

Participating institutes generally include:

  • Government colleges
  • Private Colleges
  • Government-affiliated colleges

3. How many seats are available in UTU Counselling 2026?

UTU counselling-there are 2070 seats are available in government institution and 3240 seats includes government affiliated and private institutions. covers thousands of B.Tech seats across government and private colleges in Uttarakhand. Previous admission data shows around 5500+ B.Tech seats in participating institutions.

4. How many seats are available in government engineering colleges?

Government colleges have 2070 seats and government affiliated colleges have around 1200 seats s.

5. Are more seats available in private colleges than in government colleges?

Yes. Private engineering colleges usually offer more seats and more branch options than government colleges under UTU counselling.

6. What is the counselling fee for UTU 2026?

Candidates need to pay a ₹2000 non-refundable counselling/application fee during registration.

7. What is the UTU Eligibility Criteria 2026?

Candidates must:

  • Pass Class 12 with required PCM/subject combination.
  • Obtain 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories in applicable cases).
  • For UTU eligibility as per branch requirements.

8. Is JEE Main compulsory for UTU counselling?

UTU gives priority to JEE Main rank holders. UTU Engineering Admission 2026 may also consider Class 12 marks as per counselling rules when applicable.

9. How many rounds are conducted in UTU counselling?

Usually, UTU Counselling 2026 includes:

  • Round 1
  • Round 2
  • Round 3
  • Spot / Institute-level rounds (subject to vacancy)

10. Which government college is best in UTU Counselling 2026?

Popular government choices include:

  • College of Technology, GBPUAT Pantnagar
  • GB Pant Institute of Engineering & Technology, Pauri
  • Women Institute of Technology, Dehradun

11. Which branches are most demanded in UTU counselling?

High-demand branches include:

  • Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
  • Artificial Intelligence / Data Science
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering

12. Can students from outside Uttarakhand apply?

Yes, other-state candidates can participate, but some seats may be reserved under Uttarakhand domicile quota depending on institute rules.

13. What documents are required for UTU counselling 2026?

Generally required documents include:

  • Class 10 mark sheet
  • Class 12 mark sheet
  • JEE Main scorecard (if applicable)
  • Domicile certificate (if applicable)
  • Category certificate
  • ID proof
  • Seat allotment letter

14. Where can candidates register for UTU Counselling 2026?

Candidates can register through the official UTU counselling portal on the university website.

UTU Official Counselling Portal

15. What happens if seats remain vacant after counselling rounds?

Vacant seats may be filled through:

  • Spot Counselling
  • Institute-level counselling
  • Additional vacancy rounds, depending on seat availability.
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