JEECUP 2026 Pharmacy Counselling Overview & Notification Background
The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has officially released the complete counselling schedule for Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) admissions for the academic session 2026. Candidates who have qualified in the Uttar Pradesh Joint Entrance Examination (Polytechnic) under Group E (E1 and E2) can now participate in the online counselling process. As per the official notification, the Round 1 choice filling for pharmacy courses starts on September 25, 2026 through the official portal jeecup.admissions.nic.in.
This admission drive facilitates entries into Government, Government-Aided, and Private Polytechnic Institutions operating across Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates must complete their online registration, fill in their preferred choices of colleges and courses, and lock their preferences within the stipulated timelines to secure their seats.
Course Structure, Seats & Qualification Standards
The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) is a two-year professional diploma course regulated by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and technical education boards of Uttar Pradesh. The total number of seats is allocated across government polytechnic institutes and private participating institutions as per the official seat matrix released prior to choice filling.
| Course Name | Group Category | Seat Distribution | Minimum Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) | Group E (E1/E2) | As per Seat Matrix | Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Mathematics or Biology (PCB/PCM). |
Key Academic Requirements:
- Candidates must have qualified 10+2 or equivalent examination with minimum pass marks in science stream (PCB/PCM).
- Candidates must possess a valid JEECUP 2026 rank card for Group E.
Age Limit, Eligibility Rules, and Reservation Policy
Before proceeding with choice filling, candidates are advised to verify their eligibility criteria as prescribed by the Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh.
- Minimum Age Limit: The candidate must be at least 14 years old as of July 1, 2026.
- Maximum Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for applying or seeking admission to D.Pharm courses.
- Reservation Policy: Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) is strictly governed by Uttar Pradesh state government reservation mandates. Only domicile candidates of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for state quota reservations.
JEECUP Pharmacy 2026 Counselling Process
The online admission and allotment system is designed to ensure transparency. The process comprises several key stages described below:
1. Online Registration & Profile Setup
Candidates need to log in to jeecup.admissions.nic.in using their Application Number and Password created during examination registration. Verify personal details and submit the required counselling fee online.
2. Choice Filling & Choice Locking
After successful login, candidates will access the list of available colleges and courses. Candidates can select as many choices as they wish in order of preference. Locking choices before the specified deadline is mandatory to ensure seat consideration.
3. Seat Allotment Result
The seat allotment is carried out on the basis of JEECUP Group E merit rank, category, sub-category, and choices locked by the candidates. Results will be published on the official counselling portal.
4. Freeze or Float Option Selection
Upon seat allotment, candidates must choose between two options:
- Freeze: Select this if satisfied with the allotted seat and wish to finalize admission in the assigned college.
- Float: Select this if seeking an upgrade to a higher preference choice in subsequent counselling rounds while holding the current seat.
5. Document Verification & Fee Payment
Candidates opting for 'Freeze' must report to designated Help Centers for physical document verification and deposit the admission fee online to confirm their allotment.
Important Guidelines & Documents Required for Verification
Candidates proceeding for document verification must carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies. Essential documents include:
- JEECUP 2026 Admit Card and Rank Card
- Class 10th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
- Class 12th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
- Category / Caste Certificate (if applicable, issued by competent UP authority)
- Domicile Certificate of Uttar Pradesh (if claiming reservation/state quota)
- Income Certificate (for EWS / Fee Waiver candidates)
- Transfer Certificate (TC) / Migration Certificate
- Character Certificate from the last attended institute
- Recent Passport-size Photographs
- Valid Photo Identification Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Passport)
- Provisional Seat Allotment Letter
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Fill Preferences Online
- Visit the official JEECUP counselling portal at jeecup.admissions.nic.in.
- Click on the link titled 'JEECUP 2026 Round 1 Pharmacy Choice Filling'.
- Login using your Roll Number/Application Number and Password.
- Pay the requisite registration fee through online payment gateways (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).
- Navigate to the 'Choice Filling' section. Select preferred colleges and branches from the available list.
- Arrange preferences in order of highest priority to lowest priority.
- Review choices carefully and click on 'Lock Choices'. Submit and take a printout of the filled choices for future reference.