🎓 UTU Counselling 2025: Dates Out, Cutoffs, Choice Filling & Seat Allotment

Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University (UTU), previously known as Uttarakhand Technical University, is the state’s leading institution for engineering and technical education. UTU conducts centralized counselling every year for admission to B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Pharm, MCA, MBA, and other courses across its affiliated colleges and constituent institutes.

The UTU Counselling 2025 process is now live, offering thousands of seats through merit-based, transparent procedures. Whether you are a JEE Main-qualified aspirant, a lateral entry diploma holder, or a postgraduate candidate, this article will walk you through every aspect of UTU Counselling 2025 — from key dates and eligibility criteria to choice filling, seat allotment, and fee payment.

📅 UTU Counselling 2025: Important Dates

UTU counselling is conducted in three main rounds, followed by a spot round if required. Each round includes registration, fee payment, choice filling, seat allotment, option selection, and reporting.

1. Round-Wise Schedule

2. Lateral Entry (2nd Year) Schedule

For diploma holders entering directly into 2nd year:

• Round 1 Allotment: June 26, 2025
• Round 2 Allotment: July 10, 2025
• Round 3 Allotment: July 24, 2025

🎯 Eligibility Criteria

A. B.Tech (1st Year Entry)

• Qualifying Exam: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics (mandatory), plus Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science.
• Entrance Exam: JEE Main 2025 (required for most engineering branches).
• Minimum Marks: 45% for General, 40% for reserved categories.
• Domicile: Uttarakhand candidates receive reservation and seat priority but non-domicile candidates are also eligible.

B. B.Pharm / MCA / MBA / M.Tech

• Relevant academic background with 50% marks.
• MCA requires Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level.
• M.Tech requires a valid GATE score; MBA may consider national test scores or UTU entrance test.

C. Lateral Entry (2nd Year B.Tech/B.Pharm)

• Diploma holders in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy.
• Must have passed with at least 45% (40% for reserved).
• Uttarakhand domicile candidates are primarily eligible.

📝 Registration & Fee Payment

The first step in UTU counselling is registering on the official counselling portal and paying the participation fee.

Step-by-Step Registration:

1. Visit the UTU counselling portal and select the appropriate course category (B.Tech, M.Tech, Lateral Entry, etc.).
2. Register using your personal details, exam roll number, and email/mobile number.
3. Upload documents like photograph, signature, JEE Main scorecard, academic certificates, and domicile/reservation certificates if applicable.
4. Pay the counselling fee of ₹2,000 online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
5. Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Failure to register or pay on time will result in ineligibility for the respective round.

🎯 Choice Filling & Locking

After registering and verifying documents, you will be able to access the choice filling portal.

Guidelines for Choice Filling:

• Select your preferred courses and colleges in order of preference.
• You can choose from government engineering colleges, private colleges, and institutes affiliated with UTU.
• Include a balanced mix of:
  • Dream choices (high cutoff)
  • Target choices (matches your rank)
  • Safe choices (lower cutoff)

Once you are satisfied with the selection, lock your choices before the deadline. If not locked, the system will auto-lock your last saved preferences.

📊 Seat Allotment Process

A. How It Works

• UTU uses a centralized seat allocation system that assigns seats based on:
  • Entrance exam rank (JEE Main, UKSEE, GATE, etc.)
  • Reservation category
  • Domicile
  • Choices filled
  • Availability of seats

Each round releases seat allotment results on the scheduled date. You can download your Allotment Letter from the portal.

B. What to Do After Allotment

You will have three options:

1. Freeze: Accept the allotted seat and exit further rounds.
2. Float: Retain the current seat and remain eligible for better options in next rounds.
3. Withdraw: Exit the counselling process completely.

You must select one option before the round’s deadline.

🏛 Reporting to Allotted Institute

Candidates who choose to Freeze or complete Float-to-Freeze in future rounds must report to the allotted institute.

Documents Required:

• Seat Allotment Letter
• Counselling Fee Receipt
• Original and photocopies of:
  • 10th and 12th Marksheet
  • Entrance Exam Scorecard (JEE, GATE, UKSEE)
  • Domicile/Category Certificate
  • Migration Certificate (if applicable)
  • Character Certificate
  • Recent Passport Size Photographs
  • Photo ID Proof

Fee Payment:

You must pay part academic fee (around ₹40,000 to ₹60,000) as mentioned in the allotment letter. The remaining balance is paid directly to the college at the time of physical reporting.

📉 UTU Cutoff Trends 2025

While cutoffs vary each year based on the number of applicants and difficulty level of the entrance exams, expected cutoffs for popular courses are:

B.Tech (General Category Expected Ranks):

M.Tech (GATE Score Range):

🧠 Tips for Successful Counselling

1. Register and pay on time – Missing deadlines disqualifies you.
2. Fill as many choices as possible – Increases your selection chances.
3. Do your research – Check past cutoffs, seat matrix, and branch demand.
4. Use Float wisely – Float only if you’re confident of a better allotment.
5. Keep documents ready – All originals plus photocopies.
6. Don’t miss reporting – Seats are canceled for non-reporting.
7. Watch for Spot Round – Last chance if you missed earlier rounds.

🧾 Refund & Withdrawal Policy

If you choose to withdraw your seat after any round, you may get a partial refund, depending on the university’s refund policy. Withdrawal is typically permitted before the start of the Spot Round.

Once you confirm your seat and join the college, refunds are generally not allowed unless under special medical or legal circumstances.

🧩 Lateral Entry Process (2nd Year Admission)

For diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates, UTU conducts a separate lateral entry counselling with dedicated seats in engineering and pharmacy programs.

Key Points:

• Must be a diploma holder in engineering or pharmacy with ≥45% marks.
• Priority is given to Uttarakhand domicile students.
• Choice filling and seat allotment follow similar patterns to regular BTech counselling.
• Three rounds of allotment are conducted in June and July.

✅ Final Checklist

Before wrapping up the UTU Counselling 2025 process, make sure to:

• ✅ Register for the right course category and counselling round.
• ✅ Pay the fee and download payment proof.
• ✅ Lock your choices.
• ✅ Check allotment results on time.
• ✅ Decide on Freeze, Float, or Withdraw quickly.
• ✅ Pay the academic fee if seat is accepted.
• ✅ Report to the allotted institute with all documents.

🎓 Conclusion

UTU Counselling 2025 is a streamlined and transparent admission process offering a fair chance to every qualified aspirant. With clear deadlines, well-structured rounds, and centralized seat allocation, candidates can confidently pursue technical education in some of Uttarakhand’s top engineering and professional colleges.

By understanding each step and acting proactively, you can secure your seat in a course and college that aligns with your goals. Stay informed, plan smartly, and make timely decisions — your future in engineering, pharmacy, or management starts here.

Good luck to all candidates participating in UTU Counselling 2025!