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Indian Express
23-05-2025
- General
- Indian Express
UPTAC to begin counselling May 27 for BTech admissions
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (APJAKTU) will open registrations for the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) for BTech aspirants on May 27. UPTAC counselling is based on scores attained in Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main), National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) and Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG). The counselling registration fee is Rs 1000 and the deadline set for enrolling in the sessions have been set for June 30. Candidates filling the online application form are required to upload scanned images of his/her latest color photograph and signature. The allotment of seat through counselling will be in accordance with the merit of the candidate. 'Once the seat is allotted to the candidate, no change in the Institution / Branch is admissible,' the statement from UPTAC read. To apply for UPTAC counselling 2025, candidates can visit the official website (


Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
JEE Main 2025 Session 2: NTA releases Paper 2 provisional answer keys, response sheet
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on May 14 released the provisional answer keys and response sheets for the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) Session 2, 2025. Students who appeared for JEE Main Paper 2A (BArch) and Paper 2B (BPlanning) can check the provisional answer key and recorded responses at the official website— This year NTA conducted the JEE main session 2 exam on April 2, 3, 4, 7, and 8 for Paper 1 (BE, BTech), while Paper 2 (BArch and BPlan) was conducted on April 9. The result of JEE Main paper 1 is declared on April 19. NTA has also provided the option to raise grievances against the answer keys and recorded responses. Candidates can raise objections against the JEE Main paper 2 provisional answer key by May 16 (11.50 pm) online by paying non-refundable processing fee of Rs 200 per objection. 'If challenge(s) made by the candidate is found correct, the Answer Key will be revised and applied in the response of all the candidates accordingly. Based on the revised Final Answer Keys, the result will be prepared and declared. No individual candidate will be informed about the acceptance/nonacceptance of his/her challenge. The keys finalized by the Experts after the settlement of the challenge will be final,' NTA said while releasing the provisional answer key of JEE Main paper 2. NTA will declare the JEE Main 2025 result for paper 2 and the cut-off after the final JEE Main answer key is released. The JEE Main session 2 result will be announced along with the cut-off, all India rank holders and state-wise toppers. Candidates who appeared for the JEE Main 2025 in January and April can expect a minor increase in the JEE Main cut-off this year, suggesting an increase in the number of candidates and past years' cut-off. The NTA in case of Paper 1 (BTech and BE) has addressed the concerns raised over discrepancies in the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 answer key, which included complaints about incorrect answers, wrongly recorded responses, and even blank response sheets. These issues had sparked criticism from students, parents, and education experts alike. Responding via a series of posts on X, the NTA emphasised that it adheres to a transparent and fair examination process. The agency also advised candidates not to be influenced by reports that could create unnecessary confusion or stress.


Time of India
30-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
JEE Main 2025: NTA declares withheld results for 23 candidates, direct link to access scorecards here
The ( ) has released the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main 2025) results for 23 candidates whose results were previously withheld due to identity verification issues. These candidates can now access their scorecards for the BE/BTech (Paper 1) through the official website, Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The agency confirmed that discrepancies in photographs, biometric details, and other personal information delayed the declaration. However, the results have been published after verifying documents submitted by these candidates and completing all necessary verification procedures. Candidates can now log in using their application number, password, and captcha to download their JEE Main 2025 scorecard. Candidates can read the complete notice . JEE Main 2025 withheld results declared: How to check Candidates whose results were withheld and later released can follow these steps to check their scorecard: Step 1. Visit the official JEE Main website at Step 2. Click on the link for 'JEE Main 2025 Result – Session 2 (Paper 1)'. Step 3. Log in using your application number, password, and security pin. Step 4. The scorecard will appear on the screen. Step 5. Download and print the scorecard for further use. Alternatively, candidates can check their results . JEE Main 2025 withheld results: Why was this step taken? According to NTA, some candidates who failed to submit valid documents have been served show-cause notices. Their results remain withheld, and appropriate action will be initiated against them. The agency reiterated that strict measures are in place to prevent malpractices during national-level entrance exams. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Earlier, the NTA had withheld results of: 39 candidates in Session 1 for using unfair means. 110 candidates in Session 2 for document forgery and other violations. 23 candidates due to biometric or photo-related discrepancies (now resolved for compliant candidates). Candidates who were asked to submit attested photographs and supporting identification proofs were provided a deadline. Those who complied within the stipulated timeframe have had their results declared now. JEE Main 2025 withheld results released: What's next? Eligible candidates can now use their JEE Main scores to apply for admissions to engineering institutes such as National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Admission through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) will soon begin, and these candidates will now be able to participate fully in the counselling process.