| Updated On - Jul 18, 2026
JKBOPEE has reopened JKCET 2026 choice filling for candidates seeking admission to vacant BTech seats. Registered aspirants can submit or edit their preferences at jkbopee.gov.in till July 20, 2026 before seat allotment begins.
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has reopened Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test (JKCET) 2026 choice filling. The fresh window is meant for admission to vacant BTech seats. Qualified candidates can now enter their preferences till July 20, 2026.
The board notified the extended window on July 18, 2026. The notice is hosted on the JKBOPEE portal under the JKCET section. Candidates can read the official notification before starting the process.
The reopened round covers seats left unfilled after earlier counselling rounds. Login uses existing JKCET 2026 registration credentials at jkbopee.gov.in. Seat allotment for this round will follow soon after the window closes.
JKCET 2026 Vacant Seat Round Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification for reopened choice filling | July 18, 2026 |
| Last date to submit and lock preferences | July 20, 2026 |
| Seat allotment result | To be notified by JKBOPEE |
| Reporting to allotted institute | To be notified by JKBOPEE |
JKCET 2026 Participating Institutes
| Institute | Location |
|---|---|
| Government College of Engineering and Technology (GCET) | Jammu |
| Model Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET) | Jammu |
| Yogananda College of Engineering and Technology (YCET) | Jammu |
| SSM College of Engineering | Pattan, Baramulla |
The updated vacant seat matrix is available on the JKBOPEE portal. Candidates should review branch-wise vacancies before locking choices. Popular streams like Computer Science fill up faster than others.
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How to Fill JKCET 2026 Choices for Vacant Seats?
The process needs a stable internet connection and a valid login. Keep JKCET 2026 credentials and rank details ready before starting. Follow the steps below on the JKBOPEE portal.
- Visit the official JKBOPEE website at jkbopee.gov.in.
- Open the JKCET 2026 choice filling link on the homepage.
- Log in using the application number and password.
- Add colleges and branches from the seat matrix in order.
- Rearrange or delete choices as needed before locking.
- Lock the preferences before the July 20, 2026 deadline.
- Download the confirmation slip for future reference.
Who Can Participate in This Round?
The round is open to candidates who qualified JKCET 2026. Aspirants without a seat from earlier rounds can register now. Candidates who withdrew earlier can also take part.
Applicants must meet the general JKCET 2026 eligibility norms. This includes domicile, age, and Class 12 marks criteria. Check the JKBOPEE information brochure for full details.
Documents Required at Reporting
Candidates who receive a seat must report to the allotted college. Original documents are checked at the institute during reporting. Missing any listed document may lead to seat cancellation.
- JKCET 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Domicile certificate issued by the competent authority
- Category certificate, if applicable
- JKCET 2026 seat allotment letter
- Passport-size photographs and a valid photo identity proof
- Fee payment receipt for the allotted seat
Vacant seat rounds are the final entry route into state engineering colleges. Candidates who missed earlier allotments should treat this as a last window. Fresh preferences may unlock better branches than earlier rounds offered.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Open the official JKBOPEE portal at jkbopee.gov.in without delay.
- Study the fresh seat matrix for updated vacancies.
- Shortlist colleges and branches based on rank and interest.
- Enter, reorder, and lock choices before July 20, 2026.
- Save the choice confirmation slip and print a copy.
- Track the JKBOPEE portal daily for the allotment result.
Watch JKBOPEE for the seat allotment result after July 20. The reporting schedule for allotted candidates will follow soon after.
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