UPTAC Counselling 2025 Round 2 Allotment Released Online

On August 5, 2025, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), through the UP Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) portal, officially released the Round 2 seat allotment results for B.Tech and B.Arch courses for candidates with valid JEE Main 2025 scores.

Candidates who participated in the counselling process—including choice filling and locking between August 2–3, 2025—can now check their allotted seat status online at uptac.admissions.nic.in using their application number and password/DOB credentials.

Key Dates & Timeline for Round 2

Note: Freezing means locking current seat, while Floating keeps the seat but allows upgrades in later rounds—non-submission leads to automatic cancellation.(Business Standard)

How to Check Your Round 2 Allotment Status

1. Visit the official portal at : [http://uptac.admissions.nic.in (UPTAC)]
2. Click on the “Round 2 Seat Allotment” link on the dashboard
3. Log in using your JEE Main 2025 application number and password/date of birth
4. Download and save your allotment letter, which specifies your allotted institute and branch.

What Happens After Allotment?

Seat Acceptance & Payment

• UR/OBC/EWS candidates must pay ₹20,000
• SC/ST candidates must pay ₹12,000
  Payment is online only, and the deadline is August 7, 2025.

Willingness Options (August 5–7)

• Freeze: Accept the seat and exit further rounds.
• Float: Keep the seat but remain eligible for upgrades.
• Withdrawal: Opt out of counselling; note fees are non-refundable once paid.

Reporting to Institute

Physical reporting is mandatory for freeze candidates. Reporting deadlines vary by round but for Round 2, it must be coordinated with later physical reporting windows (e.g., Round 4: August 18–21).

Step-by-Step Guide: What Aspirants Should Do

A. Login & Check Allotment

• Login to candidate portal and view your seat status.
• Take a screenshot and download the allotment letter.

B. Review Choices

• If allotted seat is satisfactory, opt for Freeze.
• If hopeful for a better option, choose Float.
• To opt out, use Withdraw.

C. Complete Payment

• Proceed to online payment gateway and pay the acceptance fee before August 7.

D. Print & Save

• After payment and willingness submission, print the confirmation and allotment letter.

E. Physical Reporting (Only for Freeze)

• Report to the allotted institute with all original documents once the institute reports open (typically around Round 4 reporting window: August 18–21).

Important Documents Checklist

• Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates
• JEE Main 2025 admit card & scorecard
• Aadhaar/PAN card or passport
• Domicile certificate (if applicable)
• Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) if applicable
• Income certificate (for EWS/OBC)
• Transfer/Migration certificate
• Character certificate
• Recent passport‑size photograph and signature scan

Overview: UPTAC Counselling Structure

UPTAC 2025 involves multiple rounds:

1. Main Rounds (1–4): For JEE Main candidates only.
2. Internal Sliding (Round 5): For those who reported physically and opted for sliding.
3. Special Rounds (Rounds 6 & 7): Open for CUET UG and direct-entry candidates; also for those who didn’t get a seat earlier.

Round 2 Specifics:

• Choice alteration window: August 2–3
• Allotment: August 5
• Payment & Freeze/Float/Withdraw: August 5–7
• Physical reporting: coordinated in later window for freeze candidates

Strategy and Tips for Round 2

1. Balance your choice list: Include safe, moderate, and dream options.
2. Act quickly: Complete payment and willingness options before August 7 to avoid cancellation.
3. Stay informed: Check SMS or emails for updates from UPTAC.
4. Prepare for next rounds:
   • If you chose Float, keep a close watch on Round 3 allotment on August 11.
   • If Freeze, focus on physical reporting guidelines.
5. Be ready for special rounds: If no seat yet or want CUET UG admissions, register for Round 6 starting mid-August onwards.

Admission Journey: From Round 1 to Special Rounds

• Round 1: Choice filling (July 24‑27), allotment (July 30), willingness & payment (July 30‑Aug 1), physical reporting (Aug 1‑4).
• Round 2: Choice filling (Aug 2–3), allotment (Aug 5), willingness & payment (Aug 5–7).
• Round 3 & 4: Further upgrades or auto-freeze rounds with deadlines and reporting windows.
• Internal sliding (Round 5): For reported candidates only.
• Special Counseling Rounds (6 & 7): Open to new registrants via CUET UG and direct entry candidates, as well as those who withdrew or remained unallotted.

Things to Keep in Mind & Common Pitfalls

• Missed payments or willingness before August 7 result in loss of the allotted seat.
• Float option keeps seat active but requires careful tracking of later rounds.
• Freeze option cancels eligibility for upgrades in later main rounds.
• Withdraw option cannot be reversed, and fees once paid are non-refundable.
• CUET UG candidates cannot participate in main rounds (1–5)—they must register for special rounds only.

Looking Ahead: Round 3 & Beyond

• Round 3:
  • Choice locking: August 8–9
  • Allotment: August 11
  • Payment/willingness: August 11–12
• Round 4:
  • Auto‑freeze allotment on August 13
  • Payment: August 13–15
  • Physical reporting: August 18–21
• Round 5 (Internal Sliding):
  • Willingness: Aug 18–21
  • Sliding allotment: Aug 22
• Special Round 6 & 7 for CUET and direct-entry candidates spanning late August through early September, with latest reporting deadline by September 3, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can CUET UG candidates participate in UPTAC Round 2?

• No. Round 2 is limited to JEE Main candidates. CUET UG participants are considered only in Special Rounds (6 & 7).

Q2. Is the seat acceptance fee refundable if I withdraw later?

• No, once paid, the ₹20,000/₹12,000 fee is non-refundable even if you withdraw after payment.

Q3. What if I neither Freeze nor Float nor Withdraw by the deadline?

• Your seat allocation will be cancelled automatically, and you will become ineligible for further rounds.

Q4. When must freeze candidates report physically?

• Based on official schedule, physical reporting windows for Round 4 freeze candidates are August 18–21. For earlier rounds like Round 1 and internal sliding, timeline differs.

Q5. What are the main criteria for seat allotment?

• Seats are allotted based on JEE Main rank, reservation category, and preference order filled by the candidate.