JKCET 2026 Choice Filling Reopens for Vacant BTech Seats; Apply by July 20
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has reopened the choice filling for the Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test (JKCET) 2026.
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has reopened the choice filling for the Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test (JKCET) 2026. This new opportunity is for admission into vacant BTech seats. Qualified candidates can now submit their preferences until July 20, 2026. The board announced this extended window on July 18, 2026. The official notice can be found on the JKBOPEE website under the JKCET section. Candidates should read the full notification before beginning the process. This round covers seats that remained unfilled in previous counseling sessions. To log in, candidates can use their existing JKCET 2026 registration details on the JKBOPEE portal at jkbopee.gov.in. Seat allotment for this round will be announced after the choice-filling 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 list of vacant seats is available on the JKBOPEE portal. Candidates should check the vacancies for each branch before finalizing their choices. Some popular branches, like Computer Science, tend to fill up quickly.
How to Fill JKCET 2026 Choices for Vacant Seats?
The process requires a stable internet connection and a valid login. Be sure to have your JKCET 2026 credentials and rank details ready before you start.
Follow these steps 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 your application number and password.
- Select colleges and branches from the seat matrix in your preferred order.
- Rearrange or remove choices as needed before locking.
- Lock your preferences before the July 20, 2026 deadline.
- Download the confirmation slip for future reference.
Who Can Participate in This Round?
This round is open to candidates who qualified in JKCET 2027. Those who did not get a seat in earlier rounds can apply now. Candidates who withdrew from previous rounds are also eligible. All applicants must meet the general JKCET 2026 eligibility criteria. This includes domicile, age, and Class 12 marks. For full details, refer to the JKBOPEE information brochure.
Documents Required at Reporting
Candidates who receive a seat must report to their assigned college. Original documents are checked at the college during the reporting process. Missing any required documents may result in the loss of the seat.
Required documents include:
- 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
Action Plan for Candidates
- Act quickly by visiting the official JKBOPEE portal at jkbopee.gov.in without delay.
- Review the updated seat matrix to see the latest vacancies.
- Choose colleges and branches based on your rank and interests.
- Submit, rearrange, and lock your choices before July 20, 2026.
- Save the confirmation slip and print a copy for your records.
- Check the JKBOPEE website regularly for the seat allotment results.