JKCET 2027
Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test for B.E./B.Tech (JKBOPEE)
JKCET is the entrance test JKBOPEE holds for B.E./B.Tech admission in Jammu and Kashmir. This hub covers the 2026 cycle (exam 19 April 2026, 180 MCQs) and what to expect for 2027. Notice dates are from the JKBOPEE notification list; pattern, fee and eligibility figures come from news portals because the brochure PDF could not be opened.
- Conducted by
- Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE)
- Mode
- Offline, pen and paper test with OMR answer sheet; online application
- Frequency
- Once a year
- Duration
- 3 hours
JKCET 2027: Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations notices
JKCET is the gateway to B.E./B.Tech seats in J&K engineering colleges, run by the same board that holds the state's NEET counselling and other professional entrances.
About JKCET
JKCET is the Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE). It is used for B.E. and B.Tech admission in Jammu and Kashmir colleges and is meant for students who want seats in the Union Territory. The 2026 exam was held on 19 April 2026 with 180 multiple choice questions, followed by counselling. Notice dates here are taken from the JKBOPEE notification list; pattern, fee and eligibility figures come from news portals, so confirm them with JKBOPEE. JKCET 2027 has not been announced, and the schedule should be treated as unconfirmed until the official notice appears.
JKCET 2027 at a glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test for B.E./B.Tech (JKBOPEE) |
| Conducted by | Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode | Offline, pen and paper test with OMR answer sheet; online application |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Language | English |
| Courses | B.E. / B.Tech in engineering colleges of Jammu and Kashmir |
| Accepted by | Engineering colleges in J&K reported for JKCET 2026: GCET Jammu, MIET Jammu, MBS College of Engineering and Technology (Jammu), Yogananda College of Engineering and Technology (Jammu), Bhargava College of Engineering and Technology (Samba) and SSM College of Engineering (Baramulla) |
| Official website | www.jkbopee.gov.in |
Key dates
JKCET 2027 application
Expected March 2027
JKCET 2027 exam
Expected April 2027
What JKCET is
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) holds JKCET once a year for admission to B.E./B.Tech programmes. The test is a single paper in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics based on the JKBOSE class 11 and 12 syllabus, and the rank decides counselling by JKBOPEE.
Candidates also need to be J&K domicile holders. Seats are filled through online counselling with choice filling run by JKBOPEE across several rounds, followed by special rounds for vacant seats.
Verify with the brochure
On 18 October 2026 the JKBOPEE notification list confirmed the 2026 notice dates, but the brochure PDF could not be opened, so pattern, fee and eligibility figures come from news and exam portals that sometimes disagree. Where they conflict, this page says so.
JKCET 2026 snapshot
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application notification | Notice dated 18 March 2026 (JKBOPEE); application window reported as 19 March to 3 April |
| Admit card notice | 14 April 2026 (JKBOPEE) |
| Exam | 19 April 2026, offline, at Jammu, Srinagar, Doda, Rajouri, Anantnag, Baramulla and Leh |
| Provisional merit list/result | Notice dated 6 May 2026 (JKBOPEE) |
| Counselling round 1 | Notice 24 May; selection list 29 May 2026 |
| Round 2 | Notice 11 June; selection list 20 June 2026 |
| Round 3 / mop-up | Notice 1 July; selection list 11 July 2026 |
Notice dates are from the JKBOPEE notification list. Preference windows fall between the notice and selection list dates.
Colleges
Sources differ on whether five or six colleges take part; the list above is what multiple sites report for 2026.
- Government College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), Jammu
- Model Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET), Jammu
- MBS College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
- Yogananda College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
- Bhargava College of Engineering and Technology, Samba
- SSM College of Engineering, Baramulla (Kashmir)
Explore JKCET 2027
- JKCET DatesRegistration, exam and result timeline
- JKCET Application FormSteps, fee, documents and photo rules
- JKCET EligibilityWho can apply, attempts and age
- JKCET Exam PatternSections, marks and marking scheme
- JKCET SyllabusSubject-wise units and topics
- JKCET Admit CardDownload steps and exam-day carry list
- JKCET ResultScorecard, rank and what comes next
- JKCET CutoffQualifying marks and admission cutoffs
- JKCET CounsellingRounds, choice filling and documents
- JKCET PreparationStudy plan, strategy and mistakes
- JKCET All GuidesEvery guide, predictor and article
Frequently asked questions
Who conducts JKCET?
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE).
When was JKCET 2026?
19 April 2026, offline, with centres at Jammu, Srinagar, Doda, Rajouri, Anantnag, Baramulla and Leh per the JKBOPEE result notice.
What is the JKCET exam pattern?
180 MCQs in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in 3 hours, with 1 mark for each correct answer and 0.25 deducted for each wrong answer, as reported.
What is the JKCET application fee?
Most sources give Rs 1,000 for all candidates. A few older pages list Rs 1,200, so check the brochure.
Who is eligible for JKCET?
J&K domicile holders with Class 12 PCM, 50% marks (40% for SC, ST and backward classes) as reported, and minimum age 17.
When was the JKCET 2026 result declared?
JKBOPEE issued the provisional merit list notice on 6 May 2026.
How many seats are there?
Careers360 cites 2,439 seats through JKCET in 2026; other pages give different totals. Check the JKBOPEE seat matrix.
Which colleges take JKCET?
GCET Jammu, MIET, MBS, Yogananda and Bhargava colleges, and SSM College in Baramulla, as reported.
Is JEE Main needed for J&K colleges?
JKCET is the state route. NIT Srinagar and IIT Jammu use JoSAA, not JKCET.
Is there a JKCET cutoff?
No fixed cutoff; admission is by rank in counselling rounds.
When will JKCET 2027 happen?
Not announced. Based on past years, expect the application around March and the exam in April 2027.