The S.V.P. University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut, has officially released the notification for the Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test (UPCATET) 2024.

This entrance test is being conducted for admissions to various undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and Ph.D. courses at participating universities in Uttar Pradesh.

Candidates interested in applying for UPCATET 2024 can submit their applications online from 17th March 2024 to 7th May 2024.

This test is an important opportunity for students aiming to pursue a career in agriculture and technology.

The detailed notification includes vital information regarding the eligibility criteria, course offerings, university-wise seat distribution, and the entire admissions procedure.

It is crucial for applicants to carefully read the notification to understand the age limits, application process, and necessary documentation.

Important Dates for UPCATET 2024 include the opening of the application process on 17th March 2024, with the last date for submission being 7th May 2024.

Candidates must also pay their examination fees by 8th May 2024, and corrections in the application form can be made between 9th and 14th May 2024.

The entrance exam will be held on 11th and 12th June 2024, with the admit cards being issued on 27th May 2024. Results will be declared on 22nd June 2024, and counseling will begin in July 2024.

For the application fee, candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS categories need to pay 1350 INR, while candidates from the SC/ST category will pay 1100 INR. Payments can be made online through various modes like Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or offline via E Challan.

The eligibility criteria for various courses, such as B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Tech. Agriculture, B.V.Sc. & AH, and others, are outlined in detail. For instance, candidates applying for B.Sc. Agriculture must have completed 10+2 with subjects like PAG, PCM, PCB, or PCMB. Similarly, for Ph.D. courses, applicants must hold a Master's degree in the relevant field.

The UPCATET 2024 exam will be conducted in various cities, including Agra, Kanpur, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and others. The exam cities are chosen strategically to accommodate candidates from across Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, the universities participating in the admission process include prominent institutions such as ANDUA&T Kumarganj Ayodhya, CSAUA&T Kanpur, SVPUA&T Meerut, and BUA&T Banda.

To apply for UPCATET 2024, candidates must visit the official website and follow these simple steps:

1. New Registration: Complete the registration process on the official website.
2. Login: Access your account using the credentials created during registration and fill in the required personal and educational details.
3. Payment: Pay the application fee through the available payment options.
4. Print Application: After successful submission, download and print the application form for future reference.

Additionally, applicants must ensure they upload a recent passport-size photograph with their name, date of the photo, and Aadhar card number, along with a scanned signature. Following these steps ensures that the application is correctly submitted.