Maharana Pratap Group of Institutions (MPGI), Kanpur offers admissions for a wide range of UG and PG programmes in the fields of Engineering, Management, Computer Applications, Pharmacy, and Medical sciences. The admission process is primarily based on national-level entrance examinations and merit, depending on the course. For B.Tech admissions at MPGI, JEE Main scores are considered, followed by UPTAC counselling conducted by AKTU. As per AICTE and AKTU guidelines, 15% of the total seats in eligible courses are reserved under the Management Quota.

For PG-level admissions at MPGI, the MBA and MCA programs, candidates are selected based on their CUET PG scores. Admissions to medical programs such as BDS and BAMS are based on NEET scores, followed by centralized counselling. The final seat allotment is conducted through multiple rounds of counselling, after which shortlisted candidates must report to the campus for document verification and fee payment to confirm their admission. MPGI offers 4-year B.Tech programs across 10 specializations with total cost varying from INR 2.45 Lakhs to INR 3.26 Lakhs. BDS program has 100 seats available at INR 4.48 Lakhs for 4 years. B.Pharm is offered at INR 3.8 Lakhs for 4 years with 200 seats. BCA is offered at INR 1.8 Lakhs for 4 years.

Key Admission Dates and Timeline 2026

The dates and timeline of MPGI Kanpur admissions for the 2025-26 academic year are given below. The registration for the B.Tech entrance exam is ongoing.

B.Tech Admission Dates 2026

For B.Tech admissions, the JEE Main exam schedule is given below. The JEE Main registration for Session I Exams is going to be held on January 21, 2026.

Events Date
JEE Main 2026 session 2 Exam Date (Rescheduled) Apr 02 - Apr 08, 2026
JEE Main 2026 session 2 Result Date Apr 20, 2026

UPTAC Counselling Important Dates 2026

The UPTAC Counselling Schedule 2026 will be released course-wise on the official website - uptac.admissions.nic.in. Candidates can check the tentative counselling dates below:

Events Date
UPTAC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Registration May 27 - Jul 15, 2026 
UPTAC Round 1 Online Choice Filling & Choice Locking Jul 24 - Jul 28, 2026 
UPTAC Round 1 Seat Allotment Result(JEE Main Candidates) Jul 30, 2026 
UPTAC Round 2 Online Choice Filling & Choice Locking Aug 02 - Aug 03, 2026 
UPTAC Round 1 Seat Allotment Result(JEE Main Candidates) Aug 05, 2026 

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Undergraduate Programs and Admission 2026

B.Tech Program

MPGI offers 4-year B.Tech programs across 10 specializations. The total cost of the B.Tech program varies from INR 2.45 Lakhs to INR 3.26 Lakhs. The admission procedure, eligibility, and selection criteria are discussed below.

B.Tech Specializations and Seat Intake

Specialization Intake Capacity
CSE 240
CSE (IOT) 60
CSE (AI and Machine Learning) 60
CSE (Data Science) 60
Electronics and Communication Engineering 60
Electrical Engineering 60
Mechanical Engineering 120
Civil Engineering 60
Computer Science 120
Full Stack Development 60

B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must have passed the 10+2 level examination with at least 45% marks from a recognized board for general category students
  • Physics and Mathematics subjects are compulsory subjects with an optional subject of Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology
  • A relaxation of 5% is provided to the students of SC/ST background
  • For the B.Tech (Lateral) program, passed Diploma (in Engineering and Technology) with at least 45% marks, subject to vacancies in the first year

B.Tech Selection Process

  • For admission selection, students are required to pass the JEE Main examination with the required rank
  • For final seat allotment, students are required to appear for the UPTAC counselling round

BDS Program

MPGI offers a 4-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree program and one year of internship. This dental course comprises didactic lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, seminars, clinical work, and conferences. The BDS program has 100 seats available.

BDS Eligibility Criteria

  • Students must have completed the 10+2 level examination with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from any recognized higher secondary school board
  • Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology (Including practical tests in these subjects) are some of the compulsory subjects
  • Mathematics or any other elective subject with English as prescribed by the NCERT
  • Candidates must have completed 17 years at the time of admission or before December 31 of the year of admission

BDS Selection Process

  • For final selection, the academic merit score and the NEET/UP NEET scores are also considered for the exam
  • UP NEET Counselling is conducted for the seat allotment

B.Pharm Program

MPGI offers a Bachelor's in Pharmacy degree at INR 3.8 Lakhs for a 4-year duration. The program has a seat intake capacity of 200. The eligibility criteria and selection process are given below:

B.Pharm Program Details

Program Specializations Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
B.Pharm Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Pharmaceutics Must have passed 10+2 level examination with Physics, Chemistry, with Biology/Mathematics Academic Merit
B.Pharm Lateral Must have passed D.Pharm with 45% marks from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India

BCA Program

MPGI offers a Bachelor's in Computer Application degree at INR 1.8 Lakhs for a 4-year duration. The eligibility criteria and selection process are given below:

BCA Program Details

Program Specializations Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BCA Computer Application Must have passed 10+2 level examination with minimum 45% marks and the Mathematics subject. (40% marks for reserved candidates) Academic Merit

Postgraduate Programs and Admission 2026

MPGI offers admission to various PG courses across different specializations. Admission to these programs is based on required eligibility criteria. Here are the admission details for the major PG courses at MPGI Kanpur.

PG Program Details

Programs Specialization Seat Intake Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
M.Tech Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communication 27 Must have passed B.Tech (Electronics and Communication) Academic Merit/GATE Score
MBA Business Analytics, Financial Analytics and Services, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Analytics, HR Analysis 120 Graduation with 50% (45% marks for SC/ST category) UPSEE Scores/Academic merit for Direct Admissions
MCA Computer Application 120 Passed BCA/B.Sc in Computer Science or equivalent degree Or Passed B.Sc/B.Com/BA with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level Or A diploma or any other Graduation with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST category) Academic Merit
M.Pharm Pharmacology 15 Passed B.Pharma from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% Academic Merit

M.Tech Program Details

  • Duration: 2 years
  • Specializations: Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communication
  • Seat Intake: 27
  • Selection: Based on GATE scores or academic merit

MBA Program Details

  • Duration: 2 years
  • Specializations: Business Analytics, Financial Analytics and Services, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Analytics, HR Analysis
  • Seat Intake: 120
  • Selection: Based on UPSEE scores or academic merit for direct admissions

MCA Program Details

  • Duration: 3 years
  • Specialization: Computer Application
  • Seat Intake: 120
  • Selection: Based on academic merit

Admission Cutoff and Analysis

B.Tech Admission Cutoff

MPGI B.Tech admission cutoff varies based on the specialization and category of candidates. The cutoff is determined by JEE Main scores and UPTAC counselling rounds. CSE specialization typically has the highest cutoff, while Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering have relatively lower cutoffs.

Cutoff Trends

  • CSE specialization shows the highest cutoff among all B.Tech programs
  • CSE specializations (IOT, AI and ML, Data Science) show moderate to high cutoffs
  • Engineering specializations like Mechanical and Civil show lower cutoffs compared to CSE
  • Cutoff ranks increase from Round 1 to later rounds of UPTAC counselling

BDS Admission Cutoff

MPGI BDS admission cutoff is based on NEET scores and academic merit. The cutoff percentile varies based on the category of candidates and the number of applicants.

B.Pharm Admission Cutoff

MPGI B.Pharm admission cutoff is based on academic merit and entrance exam scores. The cutoff varies based on the category of candidates and seat availability.

Application Process and Requirements

How to Apply to MPGI

MPGI provides both technical and non-technical courses like B.Tech, M.Tech, BCA, MCA, MBA, BBA, BDS, etc. Students can apply online for these courses by filling out and submitting the application form. The option to submit the fees online as well as offline is available. Required documents can be submitted online but it is advisable to submit them offline at the MPGI Campus.

Application Steps

  • Visit the official MPGI website
  • Fill out the online application form with personal and academic details
  • Upload required documents
  • Pay the application fee online or offline
  • Submit the application form
  • Appear for the entrance exam (if applicable)
  • Participate in counselling rounds
  • Report to campus for document verification and fee payment

Management Quota Admission

MPGI reserves 15% of the total seats in eligible courses under the Management Quota. Candidates can apply for direct admission through the management quota by meeting the eligibility criteria and paying the required fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. What are the eligibility requirements for B.Tech admission at MPGI?

Ans. For B.Tech admission at MPGI, candidates must have passed the 10+2 level examination with at least 45% marks from a recognized board. Physics and Mathematics are compulsory subjects, with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology as optional subjects. SC/ST candidates get a 5% relaxation in marks. Valid JEE Main scores are required for final admission selection through UPTAC counselling.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech at MPGI?

Ans. The total cost of the B.Tech program at MPGI varies from INR 2.45 Lakhs to INR 3.26 Lakhs depending on the specialization chosen. This is the total fee for the 4-year program, excluding hostel and other miscellaneous charges.

Ques. Does MPGI offer direct admission through management quota?

Ans. Yes, MPGI reserves 15% of the total seats in eligible courses under the Management Quota for direct admission. Candidates can apply for direct admission by meeting the eligibility criteria and paying the required fees. Direct admission candidates do not need to appear for entrance exams or counselling rounds.

Ques. What is the admission process for BDS at MPGI?

Ans. For BDS admission at MPGI, candidates must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are compulsory subjects. Candidates must be at least 17 years old at the time of admission. Final selection is based on NEET/UP NEET scores and academic merit, followed by UP NEET Counselling for seat allotment.

Ques. What specializations are available in the MBA program at MPGI?

Ans. MPGI MBA program offers specializations in Business Analytics, Financial Analytics and Services, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Analytics, and HR Analysis. The program has 120 seats available and admission is based on UPSEE scores or academic merit for direct admissions. The program duration is 2 years.

Ques. What is the placement scenario at MPGI for CSE students?

Ans. MPGI Kanpur CSE program has good placement opportunities with companies like HCL, TCS, and Accenture recruiting from the campus. The program offers practical training in coding and industry-oriented training. Students investing around INR 2.5 Lakhs for the B.Tech CSE program can expect a return on investment of 120%, reflecting good career prospects and salary packages.