GNIOT Admission 2026-27: Eligibility, Entrance Exams, UPTAC Counselling and How to Apply
GNIOT admission 2026-27 is open for B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, PGDM, MCA, BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc (CS), law, nursing and pharmacy courses at the GNIOT Group campus in Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida. The route you take depends on your course and the university or council it is linked to.
For B.Tech, seats are filled through UPTAC counselling using JEE Main or CUET scores, and through direct admission under AKTU norms. You need Class 12 with Physics and Maths and at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). For MBA, you need a bachelor's degree with 50% (45% for SC/ST) and a score in CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT or CUET-PG.
This page covers course-wise eligibility, accepted exams, the step-by-step process, the documents you need and how to confirm your seat.
GNIOT Admission 2026-27: Latest Update
Applications for the 2026-27 session are being taken on the GNIOT application portal.
- B.Tech: UPTAC (UPSEE) counselling and direct admission under AKTU norms.
- MBA: CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT or CUET-PG, or management quota on graduation marks.
- B.Tech Lateral Entry is open for diploma holders and B.Sc graduates with Maths.
- Hostel is compulsory for first-year B.Tech students.
- The 2026-27 fee chart lists a Rs 20,000 EWS scholarship.
Admission helpline: toll free 1800-274-6969, or 8860606661 / 62 / 63.
GNIOT Admission 2026-27 at a Glance
The key admission facts for GNIOT in one table.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute type | Private group of 10 institutions |
| Campus | Plot No. 7, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida |
| Engineering approval | AICTE approved, affiliated to AKTU (College Code 132) |
| B.Tech route | UPTAC counselling (JEE Main / CUET) or direct admission |
| B.Tech minimum | 45% in Class 12 with Physics and Maths (40% SC/ST) |
| MBA exams | CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT, CUET-PG |
| MBA minimum | 50% in graduation (45% SC/ST) |
| M.Tech minimum | 60% in B.E. / B.Tech |
| B.Tech fee | Rs 4,65,000 to Rs 7,05,000 |
| MBA fee | Rs 4,95,000 |
| Scholarship | Rs 20,000 EWS, plus UP, NSP and AICTE schemes |
| Apply | GNIOT application portal |
How GNIOT Admission Works
There is no single admission process for every GNIOT course. Here is how it breaks down.
AKTU courses such as B.Tech follow the UPTAC counselling process. Your JEE Main or CUET rank decides the round and branch you get.
GNIOT also fills seats through institute-level or direct admission under AKTU norms, often called the management quota.
MBA and PGDM use entrance scores, graduation marks and, for some seats, a group discussion and personal interview.
Law, nursing and pharmacy follow the eligibility rules of their councils, so their process is separate.
Lateral entry has its own eligibility for diploma and B.Sc holders.
Grace marks in Physics or Maths do not count for B.Tech eligibility.
Entrance Exams Accepted at GNIOT
Each course group has its own selection route.
| Programme Group | Accepted Exams / Route |
|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main or CUET through UPTAC counselling; direct admission under AKTU norms |
| B.Tech Lateral | Diploma or B.Sc merit as per AKTU rules |
| MBA | CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT, CUET-PG or other state common entrance exams; management quota on graduation marks |
| PGDM (GIMS) | Institute selection with GD/PI |
| MCA | Graduation with Maths, as per AKTU rules |
| M.Tech | B.E. / B.Tech with 60% |
| BBA, BCA, B.Com, B.Sc | Class 12 merit or institute process |
| Law, Nursing, Pharmacy | Course-specific rules of BCI, INC / UPSMF and PCI |
GNIOT Application Process 2026-27
The process has three stages. First you register and apply, either on the GNIOT portal or through UPTAC counselling. Then you clear the selection step for your course. Finally you accept the offer, pay the fee and complete enrolment on campus.
Step 1: Registering and Applying
Start by choosing the right institute and course.
- Check the exact institute, course, eligibility, fee and seat status.
- For B.Tech, register on the UPTAC counselling portal and add GNIOT to your choices.
- For other courses, apply on the GNIOT application portal.
- Enter your academic details and entrance score correctly.
- Upload your documents and save the application number.
Documents Required for GNIOT Admission
Keep these ready before you apply.
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Graduation mark sheets (for MBA, MCA, M.Tech and LL.B.)
- Diploma mark sheets (for lateral entry)
- JEE Main, CUET, CAT, MAT, CMAT or other scorecard
- UPTAC allotment letter (for B.Tech counselling seats)
- Identity proof and passport-size photographs
- Category or domicile certificate, if it applies
- Income certificate for EWS or scholarship claims
Step 2: Selection and Counselling
B.Tech candidates go through UPTAC rounds, where seats are allotted by rank, category and branch choice. MBA and PGDM candidates are shortlisted on entrance scores and graduation marks, and may face a group discussion and personal interview. For other courses, the institute reviews your merit and eligibility.
Step 3: Confirming Your Seat
Once you get an offer or allotment, pay the fee before the deadline given in the offer letter. Read the letter for payment dates, refund rules and hostel terms. Then submit your original documents for verification and finish enrolment at the institute. First-year B.Tech students should also book a hostel room, since hostel is compulsory for them.
GNIOT Programme-wise Admission 2026-27
Eligibility and selection for each GNIOT course group.
GNIOT B.Tech Admission 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (all branches) | Class 12 with PCM / PCB, 45% (40% SC/ST) | UPTAC (JEE Main / CUET) or direct |
You need to pass Class 12 from a recognised board with Physics and Maths as compulsory subjects, plus one of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology or a technical vocational subject. The minimum is 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST), without grace marks.
Seats are filled through UPTAC counselling using JEE Main or CUET scores, and through direct admission under AKTU norms. CSE has 389 seats, and the AI, Data Science and Cyber Security branches add about 456 more.
Core branches have smaller batches: IT and ECE have 65 seats each, while Civil, Mechanical and Electrical have 32 each. These core branches also cost Rs 2,40,000 less over four years than CSE, which makes them a sensible pick if you want electronics or core engineering roles.
After you join, hostel is compulsory for the first year. Budget Rs 1,48,500 for a 3-seater Cooler room or up to Rs 1,98,000 for a 2-seater AC room.
- Fee: Rs 7,05,000 (CSE, AI, IT) or Rs 4,65,000 (ME, ECE, CE, EE)
- No grace marks in core subjects
- Hostel compulsory in Year 1
GNIOT B.Tech Lateral Entry Admission 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Lateral | Diploma or B.Sc with Maths, 45% (40% SC/ST) | Merit as per AKTU rules |
Lateral entry lets you join B.Tech directly in the second year. You need an engineering diploma or a B.Sc with Maths, with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
These seats usually go to qualified or domicile students of Uttar Pradesh, as per the rules.
- Fee: Rs 3,68,000 for three years
- Branches: CSE and specialisations, Civil, ECE, Electrical, IT, Mechanical
GNIOT MBA Admission 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | Graduation, 50% (45% SC/ST) | CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT, CUET-PG or management quota |
| PGDM (GIMS) | Graduation | Institute selection with GD/PI |
You need a bachelor's degree of at least three years in any stream with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).
GNIOT accepts CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT, CUET-PG or other state common entrance exams. Direct management quota seats are also given on graduation marks. GD and PI may be part of the selection.
Apart from the general MBA, the MBA institute offers 30 seats each in Business Analytics and in Health Care and Hospital Management. If you want a PGDM instead, GIMS runs a separate admission with 240 seats.
- MBA fee: Rs 4,95,000
- PGDM fee: Rs 8,55,000
- MBA seats: 240 at the MBA institute plus 60 at the engineering institute
GNIOT MCA and M.Tech Admission 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| MCA | BCA / CS degree, or B.Sc / B.Com / B.A. with Maths, 50% (45% SC/ST) | As per AKTU rules |
| M.Tech | B.E. / B.Tech, 60% or equal CGPA | As per AKTU rules |
MCA needs a BCA or CS-related bachelor's degree, or a B.Sc, B.Com or B.A. with Maths at Class 12 or graduation level. The minimum is 50% (45% for SC/ST).
M.Tech needs a B.E. or B.Tech with 60% marks or equal CGPA.
- MCA fee: Rs 2,50,000, 180 seats
- M.Tech fee: Rs 1,35,000, 18 seats per specialisation
GNIOT BBA and BCA Admission 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| BBA / BCA (AKTU) | Class 12 with Maths, 45% (40% SC/ST) | Merit or institute process |
| BBA / BCA / B.Com / B.Sc (GIPS) | As per CCSU rules | Merit or institute process |
For the AKTU-affiliated BBA and BCA, you need Class 12 in science or a designated stream with Maths as a compulsory subject, and 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
Some BBA and BCA seats are at GIPS, which is affiliated to CCSU Meerut and may have different rules.
GIPS also admits students to B.Com (159 seats), B.Com (Hons.) (79 seats) and B.Sc Computer Science (79 seats), with fees from Rs 1,85,000 to Rs 2,15,000.
- Fee: Rs 3,14,000 each
- Seats: 130 each at the engineering institute, 300 each at GIPS
GNIOT Law, Nursing and Pharmacy Admission 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|---|
| BA LL.B. | As per BCI / CCSU | Institute process |
| LL.B. | Graduation, as per BCI / CCSU | Institute process |
| B.Sc Nursing | As per INC / UPSMF | As per regulator |
| B.Pharm / D.Pharm | As per PCI / BTE | As per regulator |
BA LL.B. and LL.B. at GNALSR follow BCI and CCSU rules. B.Sc Nursing at GIMSAR follows INC / UPSMF and ABVMU rules. B.Pharm and D.Pharm at GNIPER follow PCI / BTE rules.
Each regulated course has its own eligibility, so check the current notice for your course before you apply.
Seats are limited here: 60 each in BA LL.B. and LL.B., 40 in B.Sc Nursing, and 60 each in B.Pharm and D.Pharm. B.Pharm is marked with an asterisk on the group fee chart, so ask about its approval status in writing.
- BA LL.B.: Rs 6,30,000
- LL.B.: Rs 2,05,000
- B.Sc Nursing: Rs 5,16,000
- B.Pharm: Rs 7,05,000; D.Pharm: Rs 1,75,000
GNIOT Scholarships at Admission
Ask about scholarships at the time of admission, since some need verification by the institute.
Institute and Fee Chart Scholarships
Listed in GNIOT documents.
| Category | Criteria | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section students | Rs 20,000 |
| Foreign nationals | K. L. Memorial Scholarship | Rs 70,000 in annual course fees |
| Merit (as per FAQ guide) | JEE Main rank, board percentage, CAT/MAT score or graduation marks | As per institute guidelines |
Government and AICTE Schemes
Applied for on the relevant portal.
| Category | Criteria | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| UP Scholarship / Fee Reimbursement | UP domicile, category and income rules | As per state scheme |
| National Scholarship Portal | Scheme-specific rules | As per scheme |
| Bihar / Jharkhand scholarship | State domicile and income rules | As per state scheme |
| AICTE Pragati | Girl students in approved technical courses | As per AICTE |
| AICTE Saksham | Students with disabilities in approved technical courses | As per AICTE |
| AICTE Swanath | Eligible orphans and certain wards of armed forces | As per AICTE |
Tips to Claim Your Scholarship
- Ask for the written 2026-27 scholarship policy before you pay.
- Keep your income, category and domicile certificates ready.
- Apply before the portal deadline and the separate institute verification deadline.
Where Do You Stand for GNIOT Admission?
| Your Profile | Where You Stand | What To Do |
|---|---|---|
| Class 12 PCM with 45%+ and a JEE Main or CUET score | Eligible for B.Tech through UPTAC | Fill UPTAC choices early |
| Class 12 PCM with 45%+ but no entrance score | Eligible for direct admission | Contact the admission office |
| Diploma or B.Sc with Maths, 45%+ | Eligible for B.Tech lateral entry | Check UP domicile rules |
| Graduate with 50%+ and a CAT / MAT / CMAT score | Eligible for MBA | Apply on the GNIOT portal |
| Graduate with 50%+ but no entrance score | Possible management quota | Ask about MBA direct seats |
How UPTAC Counselling Works for GNIOT B.Tech
UPTAC is the counselling process for AKTU-affiliated colleges in Uttar Pradesh, and GNIOT's engineering institute takes part in it under College Code 132. You register on the UPTAC portal with your JEE Main or CUET score, pay the counselling fee, and fill a list of college and branch choices. Seats are allotted in rounds based on your rank, category and choices.
If you get a GNIOT seat, you can freeze it or float it to try for a better branch in the next round. Once you freeze, you report to the institute with your allotment letter and documents. Students who miss counselling or do not have an entrance score can still ask about direct admission under AKTU norms.
Put GNIOT's code 132 in your UPTAC choice list if you want an engineering seat here. The MBA institute uses code 272.
First-Year Fee to Pay at Admission
This is the first-year course fee you should plan for when you confirm your seat, as per the 2026-27 fee chart.
| Course | First-Year Fee | Total Course Fee |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE, AI branches, IT) | Rs 1,80,000 | Rs 7,05,000 |
| B.Tech (ME, ECE, CE, EE) | Rs 1,20,000 | Rs 4,65,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral (entry year) | Rs 1,26,000 | Rs 3,68,000 |
| M.Tech | Rs 70,000 | Rs 1,35,000 |
| MBA | Rs 2,50,000 | Rs 4,95,000 |
| PGDM | Rs 5,28,000 | Rs 8,55,000 |
| MCA | Rs 1,30,000 | Rs 2,50,000 |
| BBA / BCA | Rs 1,08,000 | Rs 3,14,000 |
| B.Com / B.Sc (CS) | Rs 65,000 | Rs 1,85,000 |
| B.Com (Hons.) | Rs 75,000 | Rs 2,15,000 |
| BA LL.B. | Rs 1,30,000 | Rs 6,30,000 |
| LL.B. | Rs 75,000 | Rs 2,05,000 |
| B.Sc Nursing | Rs 1,30,500 | Rs 5,16,000 |
| B.Pharm | Rs 1,80,000 | Rs 7,05,000 |
| D.Pharm | Rs 90,000 | Rs 1,75,000 |
Add hostel (Rs 1,48,500 to Rs 1,98,000 a year), university exam fees and pre-university registration charges to your budget.
GNIOT Admission Timeline: What Happens When
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Before applying | Pick the institute and course, and check eligibility and fees |
| Application or counselling | Apply on the GNIOT portal or register for UPTAC |
| Selection | UPTAC allotment, merit review or GD/PI |
| Offer | Read the offer letter for deadlines, refund and hostel terms |
| Fee payment | Pay the first-year fee and get a receipt |
| Enrolment | Verify original documents and join classes |
| Scholarship | Apply on the relevant portal and finish institute verification |
Which GNIOT Institute Will You Join?
Your admission letter will name one of the GNIOT Group institutes. This decides the university that awards your degree, so check it before you pay.
| Institute | Courses | Approval / Affiliation |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Noida Institute of Technology (Code 132) | B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, BCA, BBA, MBA, integrated courses | AICTE, AKTU |
| Greater Noida Institute of Technology MBA (Code 272) | MBA, MBA Business Analytics, MBA Health Care, BBA+MBA | AICTE, AKTU |
| GNIOT Institute of Management Studies (GIMS) | PGDM | AICTE |
| GNIOT Institute of Professional Studies (GIPS) | BBA, BCA, B.Com, B.Com (Hons.), B.Sc (CS) | CCSU Meerut |
| GIMSAR | B.Sc Nursing | INC / UPSMF, ABVMU |
| GNALSR | BA LL.B., LL.B. | BCI, CCSU |
| GNIPER | B.Pharm, D.Pharm | PCI / BTE |
What You Get After Admission
Once you join, the Training and Placement department starts working with you. Engineering and computing students get 360-degree technical upskilling, and every student can join the Corporate Skill Development Centre (CSDC) for communication, group discussion and interview practice. GNIOT also runs certification modules with Cisco Networking Academy, Qualcomm and Paytm.
On campus you get computer and language labs, the Shree Ram Central Library, sports grounds, a gym, separate hostels for boys and girls, OPD medical support and an optional bus service. The group reports a 7.75 LPA average package and 450+ visiting companies.
Tips for GNIOT Applicants
- Check the exact institute and course before you apply.
- Use the current 2026-27 eligibility and counselling rules.
- Keep mark sheets, scorecards and ID ready.
- Read the offer letter for payment deadlines, refund rules and hostel terms.
- Ask about approval status for courses marked with an asterisk, such as B.Pharm and integrated BCA+MCA.
Common Admission Mistakes
| Mistake | What to Do Instead |
|---|---|
| Using grace marks for B.Tech eligibility | Make sure you have 45% in PCM without grace marks |
| Comparing GIMS PGDM with the GNIOT MBA as one course | They are separate institutes with different fees |
| Missing the UPTAC round deadline | Track every counselling round date |
| Not budgeting for the first-year hostel | B.Tech Year 1 hostel is compulsory: Rs 1,48,500 to Rs 1,98,000 |