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UPTAC 2026 choice filling is live at uptac.admissions.nic.in. DDU Gorakhpur University B.Tech allotment rounds are yet to begin. The cutoffs here are from UPTAC 2025 — CSE closed at 2,77,754 in Round 4. Use these ranks to position DDU Gorakhpur correctly in your choice list before the window closes.
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University is one of the few state universities in UP that offers B.Tech programmes through UPTAC counselling. Its cutoff ranks are considerably higher than dedicated engineering institutes like MMMUT Gorakhpur or KNIT Sultanpur, meaning the ranks needed here are weaker, making DDU accessible to students in the 2,00,000 to 12,00,000+ range. For a student whose JEE Main rank sits in this band and who wants a government university B.Tech degree in eastern UP, DDU Gorakhpur is a good option to add to the UPTAC choice list right now.
CSE at DDU Gorakhpur closed at rank 2,77,754 in Round 4 of UPTAC 2025 and did not appear in Rounds 6 or 7, meaning it filled completely within the first four rounds. Students at rank 2,50,000–3,00,000 who want CSE should fill it early and not assume it stays open through later rounds.
DDU Gorakhpur in UPTAC 2026: Key Highlights
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDUGU), Gorakhpur, UP |
| Affiliated to / Exam | Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) — admitted via UPTAC |
| Choice filling status | Open now at uptac.admissions.nic.in |
| Programmes available via UPTAC | CSE, CSE (AI & ML), ECE, IT, Mechanical Engineering |
| Easiest entry point (2025) | Mechanical Engineering closed at 11,32,927 in Round 4 |
| Most competitive branch (2025) | CSE closed at 2,18,825 in Round 1, 2,77,754 in Round 4 |
UPTAC 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling | July 13 to July 16, 2026 |
UPTAC 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 18, 2026 |
DDU Gorakhpur UPTAC Cutoff 2026 (Expected)
UPTAC 2026 cutoffs will be announced only after allotment rounds begin. Based on UPTAC 2025 final round data and typical year-on-year variation, the expected 2026 closing ranks are:
| Branch | Expected 2026 Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| CSE | 2,70,000 – 2,90,000 |
| CSE (AI & ML) | 3,05,000 – 3,30,000 |
| ECE | 4,00,000 – 4,40,000 |
| IT | 3,75,000 – 4,00,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 10,00,000 – 12,00,000 |
Estimates only. Actual 2026 cutoffs depend on JEE Main 2026 score distribution, total UPTAC applicants, and any changes in seat matrix. Update after UPTAC 2026 Round 1 allotment.
DDU Gorakhpur Branch-Wise UPTAC 2025 Closing Rank (General)
Below is the DDU Gorakhpur branch-wise JEE Main closing rank 2025 for the General category student through UPTAC 2025 counselling. The table below shows the closing rank in JEE Main under Home State Quota (Round 1-4 ) and All India quota (Round 6-7):
| Branch | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Round 4 | Round 6 (AI quota) | Round 7 (AI quota) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 2,18,825 | 2,47,736 | 2,66,517 | 2,77,754 | — | — |
| CSE (AI & ML) | 2,43,202 | 2,86,713 | 3,09,169 | 3,15,229 | — | — |
| Electronics & Communication | 2,93,430 | 3,57,137 | 3,62,694 | 4,18,291 | 13,79,634 | 5,68,768 |
| Information Technology | 3,04,706 | 3,63,215 | 3,81,500 | 3,87,255 | 20,19,728 | 6,51,760 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 4,39,023 | 5,73,532 | 7,05,055 | 11,32,927 | — | 10,07,508 |
Source: UPTAC 2025 official allotment data. General (UR) category, CRL ranks. Category-wise cutoffs (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS) will be lower.
How to Fill DDU Gorakhpur in UPTAC 2026 Choice Filling?
Step 1: Log in after document verification
Go to uptac.admissions.nic.in and log in with the registration number and password. The choice filling tab activates only after the document verification team approves uploaded documents. Check SMS and email for verification confirmation before attempting to access choice filling.
Step 2: Search for DDU Gorakhpur
In the institute search or filter panel, type "Deen Dayal" or "Gorakhpur University" or "DDUGU". The full name on the UPTAC portal is Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur. Do not confuse it with MMMUT Gorakhpur (Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology) — both are in Gorakhpur but are entirely different institutions with very different cutoff levels.
Step 3: Add DDU branches in this order
| Preference position within DDU | Branch | Why this order |
|---|---|---|
| 1st DDU choice | B.Tech CSE | Best placement track; fills earliest; always fill even if rank seems borderline |
| 2nd | B.Tech CSE (AI & ML) | Near-equivalent to CSE for IT jobs; slightly more accessible |
| 3rd | B.Tech IT | Good fallback; similar career path to CSE |
| 4th | B.Tech ECE | Core branch; PSU and GATE path |
| 5th | B.Tech Mechanical | Fill only if a government university degree matters more than branch |
Step 4: Where to place DDU in the overall list
DDU Gorakhpur belongs in the lower-middle section of the overall choice list, below all dedicated government engineering colleges and above private colleges of comparable or weaker standing. A sample ordering for a student at rank 3,00,000 (HS):
| Position | Choice |
|---|---|
| 1–5 | KNIT Sultanpur — Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical (if in range) |
| 6–10 | Any GEC (Government Engineering College) — CSE or IT |
| 11 | DDU Gorakhpur — CSE |
| 12 | DDU Gorakhpur — CSE (AI & ML) |
| 13 | DDU Gorakhpur — IT |
| 14 | DDU Gorakhpur — ECE |
| 15 onwards | Private colleges in order of preference |
Step 5: Save, review, lock
Save choices after every session — the portal times out. Review the full ordered list before locking. Lock before the window closes. Unlocked choices are not processed for allotment. Take a printout of the locked list immediately after locking.
Two things specific to DDU that students often miss
- Do not rank DDU above KNIT or any GEC. A common mistake is placing DDU high because it is a university and the name sounds prominent. DDU Gorakhpur's B.Tech cutoffs are much weaker than KNIT Sultanpur, MMMUT, or even most Government Engineering Colleges.
- Fill DDU CSE even at rank 3,50,000. CSE at DDU closed at 2,77,754 in Round 4 of 2025, so a 3,50,000 rank is indeed beyond Round 4. But seats sometimes reopen in Round 6 or Round 7 if earlier allottees withdraw. There is no cost to adding it as a preference, and the system skips it automatically if the rank does not clear. Leave it in the list.
How Should Students Use DDU Gorakhpur in UPTAC 2026 Choice Filling Right Now?
DDU Gorakhpur is a good option, but it is not among the top government engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Students should keep it below institutes like MMMUT, KNIT, HBTU, and IET Lucknow in their UPTAC preference list. However, it is still a better choice than many private engineering colleges with lower rankings. Rank-based action guide for UPTAC 2026 choice filling:
| JEE Main rank (UP domicile) | Recommended action at DDU Gorakhpur |
|---|---|
| Below 2,00,000 | Better government options available — add DDU only as a backup |
| 2,00,000 – 2,80,000 | Fill DDU CSE as a realistic preference; pair with KNIT Electronics or Electrical above it |
| 2,80,000 – 3,20,000 | DDU CSE may be out of reach — fill DDU CSE AI/ML and DDU ECE |
| 3,20,000 – 4,20,000 | Fill DDU ECE and IT as primary DDU choices |
| 4,20,000 – 6,50,000 | DDU IT remains in range through later rounds; add DDU Mechanical below |
| 6,50,000 – 12,00,000 | DDU Mechanical is the realistic DDU option; ECE and IT may open in Round 6–7 |
| Above 12,00,000 | DDU Mechanical may still be available in very late rounds |
Also Read
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- MMMUT Gorakhpur: Overview, Courses and Admission 2026
- MMMUT Gorakhpur Admission 2026: UPTAC Cutoff and Process
- MMMUT Gorakhpur Cutoff 2026: Branch-wise JEE Main Closing Rank
- KNIT Sultanpur: Overview, Rankings and Admission 2026
- UP B.Tech Admissions 2026: UPTAC, Dates, Colleges and Process
- List of Colleges Affiliated to AKTU: Rankings and Admission Details
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- NIRF Engineering Ranking 2025: Top Engineering Colleges in India
FAQs
Based on UPTAC 2025 data where CSE closed at 2,77,754 in Round 4, the expected 2026 closing rank is approximately 2,70,000–2,90,000 for the General category. CSE at DDU filled completely by Round 4 in 2025 and was not available in later rounds. Students at ranks around this range should fill DDU CSE early in their preference list.
DDU Gorakhpur is a state university primarily known for science, arts, and commerce programmes. Its B.Tech programmes are relatively newer and affiliated to AKTU. The institution does not have the same dedicated engineering faculty, lab infrastructure, and industry connections as purpose-built technical universities like MMMUT Gorakhpur. It is a viable option for students who want a government university B.Tech degree in eastern UP and have ranks beyond the range of better-positioned institutes.
Based on 2025 UPTAC data, CSE at DDU Gorakhpur closed at 2,77,754 in Round 4 and 2,66,517 in Round 3. A rank of 3,00,000 would likely be beyond the CSE cutoff in most rounds. However, CSE (AI & ML) closed at 3,15,229 in Round 4, which may be accessible. Fill both CSE and CSE AI/ML as preferences, with CSE ranked higher, and let the allotment system determine eligibility.
Choose the Float option after Round 1 allotment. Floating keeps the Mechanical seat secure while keeping the student in the running for a higher preference (CSE or any other branch ranked above Mechanical in the choice list) in subsequent rounds. Only freeze Mechanical if no better option is expected — or withdraw entirely if the student plans to pursue a different path.
The Round 6 figures for ECE (13,79,634) and IT (20,19,728) are abnormally high and likely represent All India quota seats with negligible demand or a data reporting issue. The reliable reference points for planning are the Round 1 to Round 4 figures. Use Round 4 — ECE at 4,18,291 and IT at 3,87,255 — as the primary benchmarks for 2026 expectations.
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