The JKCET 2026 application will be completely online. Candidates will first fill the application form with details like name, father’s name, date of birth, email, mobile number, academic records, addresses, and select the exam centre. After submission, they will receive an application number on their registered email. Next, candidates will pay the application fee of Rs. 1200 online using a debit card, credit card, or net banking, and a payment acknowledgement will be generated. Then, candidates will upload scanned documents including domicile/residence certificate, qualifying exam marksheet, matriculation certificate, reserved category certificate (if applicable), photo, signature, and thumb impression in the specified format. Finally, candidates will preview the submitted form and print a copy along with the payment receipt for future reference. Following these steps will ensure proper submission and eligibility for JKCET 2026.
JKCET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
JKCET 2026 eligibility requires candidates to have passed or be appearing in 10+2 in 2026. Applicants must hold a domicile certificate of J&K or an ST certificate of UT of Ladakh. There is no age restriction. The table below summarizes JKCET 2026 eligibility criteria for easy reference.
| Eligibility Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age | Not applicable |
| Domicile | Candidates must have the domicile certificate of UT of J&K or ST certificate issued by a competent Authority of UT of Ladakh be treated as the Domicile certificate of UT of Ladakh |
| Qualification | 10+2 passed/passing in 2026 |
JKCET 2026 Exam Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of JKCET 2026 exam
| Events | Dates 2026 (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Starting of Application Form submission | 1st week of May 2026 |
| Last Date for submission | 3rd week of May 2026 |
| Issue of Admit Card | 1st week of June 2026 |
| Date of Exam | 2nd week of June 2026 |
| Display of Answer Key | 2nd week of June 2026 |
| Result declaration | 4th week of June 2026 |
| Counselling begins | 4th week of June 2026 |
JKCET 2026 Registration Fee
The application fee to apply for JKCET 2026 is INR 1000. To pay the application fee, candidates have to use the online payment method with the help of any National Credit Card/Debit Card/ Net banking facility.
- The fee will only be paid online before the last date of submission.
- Fee payment option will be given only after the candidate locks his/her preferences.
- Click on the “make payment” button, candidates will be redirected to the Billdesk page and make payment by choosing any available option.
- Payment Receipt will be generated after payment is successful.
- Candidates can take printouts of the payment receipt.
How to Fill JKCET Application Form 2026?
The JKCET 2026 application process guided candidates to fill the form online, pay the fee, upload required documents, and print the completed form for future reference. Below are the steps explained in detail.
- Filling the Application Form: Candidates have to enter their name, father’s name, date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY), valid email ID, mobile number, academic details, complete correspondence and permanent addresses, and select the exam centre. After completing these steps, the application number will be sent to their registered email ID.
- Fee Payment: Candidates have to pay the JKCET application fee of Rs. 1200 by clicking the 'Pay' button. The fee will be paid online using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. A transaction acknowledgement page with details will appear after successful payment.
- Documents Upload: Candidates are required to upload necessary documents such as reserved category certificate (if applicable), photo, signature, and thumb impression. The photo, signature, and thumb impression needed to be in JPG or JPEG format.
- Print the Application Form: After submission, candidates can click on the print application form link to preview all submitted details, including payment information. It is important to keep a printed copy of the application form safe for future reference.
Documents Needed to Upload in JKCET Application Form
The candidates have to upload the below-given scanned documents in the online form, as applicable.
- Certificate of residence proof of domicile UT of J&K or Ladakh as the case may be
- Marks certificate of the qualifying examination issued by the concerned Board
- Matriculation or equivalent examination certificate indicating Date of Birth issued by the respective Boards
- The category candidates claiming benefit of any reserved category including Sports, JKPM, CDP and TFW have to upload a copy of their category certificate along with the Online Application Form within the prescribed last date. However, their eligibility shall be considered at par with Open Merit candidates.
- The candidates have to upload a scanned copy of a recent photo, signature and thumb Impression.
Specifications of Documents to be Uploaded in JKCET 2026 Form
The scanned documents to be uploaded on the JKCET form must of the following specifications:
| Document | Format | File Dimension | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo (with nameplate and date of taking the photo) | JPEG | 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm | 10 - 50 KB |
| Signature | JPEG | 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm | 10 - 50 KB |
| Thumb impression | JPEG | 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm | 10 - 50 KB |
| Certificates | NA | 100 - 200 KB |
JKCET 2026 FAQs
What is the minimum qualification required for JKCET 2026?
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 in 2026 to be eligible for JKCET 2026.
Is there any age limit to apply for JKCET 2026?
No, there is no age restriction for applying to JKCET 2026.
What domicile certificate is required for JKCET 2026?
Candidates must have a domicile certificate of UT of J&K or an ST certificate from UT of Ladakh.
When will JKCET 2026 application form submission start?
The JKCET 2026 application form submission is expected to start in the first week of May 2026.
What is the last date to submit the JKCET 2026 application form?
The last date for JKCET 2026 application submission is the third week of May 2026.
How much is the JKCET 2026 application fee?
The JKCET 2026 application fee is INR 1000 and must be paid online.
What documents are required to upload in the JKCET 2026 application form?
Candidates must upload domicile/residence certificate, qualifying exam marksheet, matriculation certificate, reserved category certificate (if applicable), recent photo, signature, and thumb impression.
In which format should documents be uploaded for JKCET 2026?
Photos, signature, and thumb impression must be in JPEG format, and certificates must be in PDF format.
When will the JKCET 2026 exam be conducted?
The JKCET 2026 exam is scheduled for the second week of June 2026.
When will JKCET 2026 results and counselling begin?
The results are expected in the fourth week of June 2026, and counselling will begin immediately after the result declaration.