RGUKT releases provisional list for integrated B Tech

Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT), also known as IIIT Andhra Pradesh, released the provisional selection list for its six-year Integrated B Tech program for the academic year 2026-27. The university received 44,104 applications, including 25,406 from government schools, 17,798 from private schools, and 900 from other states. Out of 4,040 seats, 3,640 were reserved for regular-category students and 400 for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) quota. Government school students dominated the selection list, with 3,907 students (96.7%) admitted, compared to just 133 (3.3%) from private schools. The list also showed strong female representation, with 2,855 girls (70.66%) securing admission, while 1,185 boys (29.33%) were selected. Bavireddy Divya Teja Sri, a student from ZP High School (girls) in Bapatla district, topped the merit list with 596 marks, followed closely by candidates scoring 595 and 594 marks. Counseling for the selected candidates will be held at three campuses: Nuzvid and RK Valley on June 19 and 20, Ongole on June 22 and 23, and Srikakulam on June 23 and 24. Classes for the new academic year are set to begin on July 1. RGUKT UG Admissions 2026-27 convener Prof S Amarendra Kumar announced these schedules, while HRD minister Nara Lokesh, RGUKT chancellor Prof K Madhu Murthy, and vice-chancellor Prof M L N Rao congratulated the selected students. The admissions process highlights RGUKT’s focus on providing technical education to rural and economically disadvantaged students. The provisional list reflects the university’s commitment to inclusivity, with a significant portion of seats allocated to government school students and girls. Special-category admissions results will be announced separately, ensuring broader representation in the program.