The Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture And Technology Entrance Test (UPCATET) is a state-level entrance exam conducted for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses in agriculture and allied fields offered by four agricultural universities in Uttar Pradesh:
- Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut
- Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj
- Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, Banda
Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate Courses
- Candidates must have passed class 12th or equivalent examination from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology as compulsory subjects.
- Candidates must have secured at least 50% marks in aggregate in PCMB subjects.
- Candidates must be domiciled in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Postgraduate Courses
- Candidates must have passed a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
- Candidates must be domiciled in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Exam Pattern
The UPCATET exam is an offline (pen-and-paper) exam conducted in two parts:
- Part 1: This part consists of objective-type questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
- Part 2: This part consists of objective-type questions from Agriculture.
Each part of the exam has 100 questions, for a total of 200 questions. The total marks for the exam are 600.
Syllabus
The syllabus for the UPCATET exam is based on the syllabus for class 12th and B.Sc. (Agriculture) courses. The syllabus for each subject is as follows:
Physics:
- Mechanics
- Heat and Thermodynamics
- Waves and Optics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Modern Physics
Chemistry:
- Atomic Structure
- Chemical Bonding
- States of Matter
- Chemical Thermodynamics and Equilibria
- Redox Reactions
- Organic Chemistry
Mathematics:
- Algebra
- Trigonometry
- Calculus
- Geometry
- Statistics
Biology:
- Plant and Animal Diversity
- Cell Biology
- Genetics
- Ecology
- Biochemistry
Agriculture:
- Introduction to Agriculture
- Soil Science
- Agronomy
- Horticulture
- Plant Protection
- Animal Husbandry and Dairying
- Agricultural Economics
Exam Date
The UPCATET exam is usually held in the month of May. The exact date of the exam is announced by the examination authority a few months before the exam.
Application Process
The application process for the UPCATET exam is usually online. The application form is available on the official website of the examination authority. Candidates need to register and create an account on the website to fill out the application form.
Admit Card
The admit card for the UPCATET exam is released a few days before the exam. Candidates can download the admit card from the official website of the examination authority.
Results
The results of the UPCATET exam are usually declared within a few weeks after the exam. Candidates can check their results on the official website of the examination authority.
Counseling
After the results are declared, the examination authority conducts counseling sessions for the qualified candidates. During counseling, candidates are allotted seats in various agricultural universities in Uttar Pradesh based on their merit rank and preferences.
Tips for Preparing for the UPCATET Exam
- Start your preparation early.
- Make a study plan and stick to it.
- Use NCERT textbooks and other standard reference books to prepare for the exam.
- Solve previous year’s question papers and practice tests to get a feel of the exam pattern and types of questions asked.
- Take regular breaks and avoid overexerting yourself.
Conclusion
The UPCATET exam is a gateway to admission to some of the best agricultural universities in Uttar Pradesh. By following the tips mentioned above, you can increase your chances of success in the exam and get admission to the university of your choice.
Important Dates for UPCATET 2024
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | Application form release |
| May 2024 | UPCATET exam |
| June 2024 | Results declaration |
| July 2024 | Counseling sessions |
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