The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has officially announced the JEECUP 2026 exam date. As per the latest update shared by the council, the JEECUP 2026 examination will be conducted from May 15 to May 22, 2026. The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for admission to various diploma courses offered by polytechnic institutions across Uttar Pradesh.
Along with the exam schedule, the authority has also released the JEECUP registration dates 2026. Candidates aspiring to appear for the UP Polytechnic entrance exam must complete the application process within the given timeline.
JEECUP 2026 Registration Dates and Application Details
The JEECUP 2026 application form will be available online from January 15 to April 30, 2026. Eligible candidates can fill out the UP Polytechnic application form through the official website. The application process will be conducted entirely online.
Candidates are advised to complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. Only those candidates who successfully submit the application form will be allowed to appear for the JEECUP 2026 examination.
JEECUP is a state-level entrance examination conducted every year for admission to diploma courses in engineering, technology, pharmacy, and other professional fields. The exam attracts a large number of students seeking admission to government and private polytechnic colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
JEECUP 2026 Exam Schedule and Mode
The JEECUP 2026 exam will be conducted over multiple days from May 15 to May 22, 2026. The examination will take place in online CBT mode at designated exam centres across the state.
The exam will be conducted for multiple programme groups. These include Group A (Engineering Diploma) and Group E (Pharmacy) along with several other groups. The council will also conduct the exam for Groups B, C, D, F, G, H, I, and L.
In addition, Groups K1 to K8, which cover various specialised diploma courses, will also be included in the JEECUP 2026 examination process. Each group is designed for specific academic streams and courses offered by participating institutions.
Courses Offered Through JEECUP 2026
Through JEECUP, candidates can seek admission to diploma programmes in engineering, technology, pharmacy, and other professional disciplines. These courses are offered by both government and private polytechnic colleges located across Uttar Pradesh.
Admission to these courses will be based on the candidate’s performance in the JEECUP 2026 entrance exam. After the declaration of results, qualified candidates will be required to participate in the counselling process for seat allotment.
Important Advice for Candidates
Candidates planning to appear for JEECUP 2026 should regularly check official updates related to the exam schedule, admit card, and counselling process. They should also ensure that all details entered in the application form are accurate and match their official documents.
With the announcement of the JEECUP 2026 exam dates and registration schedule, aspirants can now begin their preparation in a structured manner. Early registration and consistent preparation will help candidates perform better in the upcoming examination.

