Uttarakhand State Entrance Examination – UKSEE

Introduction

The Uttarakhand State Entrance Examination (UKSEE) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Uttarakhand Technical University (UTU) for admission into various undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses in engineering, pharmacy, management, and computer applications. The exam is held every year in the month of May/June.

Courses offered

Through UKSEE scores, admission is provided in the following courses:

• Undergraduate
  • B.Tech
  • B.Pharm
  • B.HMCT
  • Lateral entry to 2nd year B.Tech
  • Lateral entry to 2nd year B.Pharm
• Postgraduate
  • M.Tech
  • M.Pharm
  • MBA
  • MCA

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for UKSEE, candidates must have passed the Class 12 examination or its equivalent from a recognized board with the required percentage of marks in the relevant subjects. The specific eligibility criteria for each course vary, so candidates are advised to check the official website of UKSEE for the latest information.

Exam pattern

The UKSEE exam is a pen-and-paper-based test. It is conducted in two parts:

• Part I is a common test for all courses and consists of questions on Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
• Part II is a subject-specific test and consists of questions on the specific subjects relevant to the course the candidate is applying for.

The duration of the exam is 3 hours.

Application process

The application process for UKSEE is online. Candidates can register themselves on the official website of UKSEE. Once registered, candidates need to fill in the application form and pay the application fee. After submitting the application form, candidates need to upload their scanned copies of passport-size photograph, signature, and left-hand thumb impression.

Exam dates

The UKSEE exam is usually held in the month of May/June. The exact dates of the exam are announced by the UTU in advance.

Admit card

The UKSEE admit card is released a few days before the exam. Candidates can download their admit card from the official website of UKSEE.

Results

The UKSEE results are usually declared within a few weeks after the exam. Candidates can check their results online on the official website of UKSEE.

Counseling

After the declaration of the UKSEE results, candidates are shortlisted for counseling based on their merit rank. The counseling is conducted online and candidates need to register themselves for the counseling procedure. During counseling, candidates are allotted seats in various colleges based on their merit rank and preferences.

Important tables and data

Course	Duration	Eligibility
B.Tech	4 years	12th pass with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry
B.Pharm	4 years	12th pass with Mathematics, Biology, and Physics or Chemistry
B.HMCT	4 years	12th pass with any stream
Lateral entry to 2nd year B.Tech	3 years	Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant branch
Lateral entry to 2nd year B.Pharm	3 years	Diploma in Pharmacy in the relevant branch
M.Tech	2 years	B.Tech degree in the relevant branch
M.Pharm	2 years	B.Pharm degree in the relevant branch
MBA	2 years	Bachelor’s degree in any stream
MCA	3 years	Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field

Conclusion

The UKSEE exam is a gateway to admission into various UG and PG courses in engineering, pharmacy, management, and computer applications in the state of Uttarakhand. The exam is conducted every year and lakhs of students appear for it. Candidates who are preparing for the UKSEE exam should focus on their studies and practice solving previous year’s question papers.

Additional tips for preparing for UKSEE

• Make a study plan and stick to it.
• Focus on the important topics and concepts.
• Solve previous year’s question papers and mock tests.
• Take regular breaks to avoid burnout.
• Eat healthy food and get enough sleep.

Remember, hard work and dedication are the keys to success.