JKCET 2026 Result: Check and Download Merit List
Jammu & Kashmir Common Entrance Test 2026 ( JKCET )
JKCET 2026 Result: Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) will declare the JKCET result 2026 on the website- jkbopee.gov.in. Candidates will be be provided the link to check result on this page. The Board prepares a list in order of inter-se merit of candidates in the JKCET in descending order for the open merit category and similarly for each reserved category separately. The candidates who are declared qualified in the JKCET exam have to then appear in the online JKCET 2026 counselling process. Check all details like how to check JKCET result 2026, what to do after the result, rank list preparation, and more here.
- JKCET 2026 Result Link
- JKCET 2026 Dates (Tentative)
- How is the JKCET Result Prepared?
- JKCET 2026 Passing Marks
- Steps to Check JKCET Result 2026
- Tie Breaking to Prepare JKCET Merit List 2026
- Details on JKCET 2026 Result
- After JKCET Result
- JKCET 2025 Seat Matrix
JKCET 2026 Result Link
Once result is declared, candidates will be provided link to check scorecard here. The result will be in the form of rank list mentioning the name of candidates qualified for the counselling cum admission process.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check the JKCET result on the official website, jkbopee.gov.in. The candidates who are declared qualified in the JKCET exam, have to then appear in the online counselling process.
JKCET 2026 result will be announced in April 2026. After the result is released, the JKCET merit list will be prepared on the inter-se merit acquired by students in the exam (in descending order for Open Merit Category and for each Reserved Category, separately). Qualified candidates will be able to participate in the counselling process.
JKCET 2026 Dates (Tentative)
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of JKCET 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Apr ' 26 | JKCET 2026 answer key TENTATIVE |
| Apr ' 26 | JKCET 2026 result announcement TENTATIVE |
How is the JKCET Result Prepared?
JKCET scores are calculated based on performance of candidates in entrance exam. Marking scheme of exam is used to calculate scores of candidates. The official marking scheme is
- Candidates get 1 mark for each correct answer.
- 0.25 marks is deducted for any wrong attempt.
Based on the marks of candidates in entrance test, the JKCET merit list is drawn. The Board prepares a list in order of inter-se merit of candidates in JKCET in descending order of the scores obtained by candidates. Separate merit list is prepared for open merit category and reserved categories.
In case two or more candidates have obtained same number of marks in entrance test, merit of such candidates shall be determined by the method of tie-breaking. Merit list is used to allot seats in different participating colleges via JKCET counselling process.
Commonly asked questions
To check the JKCET result candidates can check the process below:
- Visit the official website.
- Click on the result link.
- Candidates will have to provide their JKCET application number & password.
- Click on 'Submit'.
- JKCET result will appear on the screen in PDF format.
- The result has to be downloaded and printed for future use.
The minimum marks to qualify in the JKCET exam is 10. A candidate having scored less than 10 marks on the entrance test shall not be considered for admission.
JKCET 2026 Passing Marks
The minimum marks to qualify in the JKCET 2025 exam is 10. A candidate having scored less than 10 marks on the entrance test shall not be considered for admission.
Commonly asked questions
Yes. Candidates who wish to go for re-totalling of marks can proceed with it by paying INR 1000/- per subject at POS Machine in BOPEE Office at Jammu / Srinagar. BOPEE will accept the written request along with the payment receipt within 3 days, after the declaration of the JKCET result.
In case JKCET is not held, the merit list shall be prepared on the basis of aggregate marks obtained in the qualifying examination (12th class). The candidates who are declared qualified in the JKCET exam, have to then appear in the online counselling process.
Steps to Check JKCET Result 2026
Result: Apr ' 26
- Visit the official website.
- Click on the result link.
- Candidates will have to provide their JKCET application number & password.
- Click on 'Submit'.
- JKCET 2026 results will appear on the screen in PDF format.
- The result has to be downloaded and printed for future use.
Commonly asked questions
JKCET scores are calculated based on the performance of the candidates in the entrance exam.
The JKBOPEE shall prepare a list in order of inter-se merit of candidates in JKCET in descending order of the scores obtained by the candidates. In this way merit list will be prepared for the open merit category and similarly for each reserved category separately. In case two or more candidates have obtained the same number of marks in the entrance test, the merit of such candidates shall be determined by the method of tie-breaking. The merit list is used to allot seats in different participating colleges via the JKCET counselling process.
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Tie Breaking to Prepare JKCET Merit List 2026
In case two or more candidates have obtained the same number of marks in the entrance test, the merit of such candidates is determined by taking into account-
- Marks obtained in the Mathematics component of the Entrance test.
- Marks obtained in Physics component of the Entrance test, if marks obtained in Mathematics components are equal;
- Marks obtained in Chemistry component of the Entrance test, if marks obtained in Mathematics and Physics components are equal;
- Candidate older in age, if marks obtained in Math, Physics and Chemistry are same.
- For further tie, the first Alphabet of the candidate’s name will be considered.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check details like name, Roll number, Date of birth, Caste category, Marks obtained in each section, Total marks obtained, Rank secured etc in the JKCET result.
Details on JKCET 2026 Result
- Candidate's name
- Roll number
- Date of birth
- Caste category
- Marks obtained in each section
- Total marks obtained
- Rank secured by the candidate
After JKCET Result
The candidates who qualify in JKCET can submit the online/offline preference forms for JKCET counselling. The online/offline preference form enables a candidate to fill in the preferences for various disciplines/institutions for allotment of seats for admission in BE/BTech Engineering courses in the government and private colleges of the UT of J&K/Ladakh. JKCET counselling will have 2 rounds and one mop-up round. A final, special counselling round can be held if needed.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
The schedule for JKCET 2026 counselling is not announced yet. The registration for counselling is expected to start in April/May post declaration of results. Candidates are advised to follow the Shiksha page and the JKCET official website for updates on the counselling schedule.
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Contributor-Level 10
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The allotment of seats in JKCET counselling will be basis the choices filled by the candidate and the rank. It is advised that candidates fill as many choices they can to increase their chances of getting a college. Also, the choices filled must be in order of preference.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Candidates will need to submit xerox copies of class 11 and 12 marksheet, Aadhar, and category certificate. Along with these, candidates also have to provide JKCET admit card and result copy.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
JKCET previous year question papers can be downloaded from the official website or Shiksha page. Candidates can also purchase JKCET PYQ from market.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
The time required to prepare for JKCET exam depends on students and their basic understanding of topics covered in the syllabus of JKCET. On an avergae, it would require around six months to prepare for JKCET.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Candidates preparing for JKCET 2026 exam are advised to start their preparation from their class 12 books. It will help in building the basic concepts. After learning the basic concepts, candidates can take help from additional books like HC Verma for Physics and Arihant Publications books for Maths
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, candidates who are not satisfied with their scores can not challenge the JKCET result. The facility to challenge is provided only in the provisional answer key.
Candidates can however, submit a request for re-totalling of marks within 3 days of the announcement of results by paying INR 1000 per s
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Candidates who wish to raise objection in JKCET answer key can submit their challenge within three days of the release of answer key. The objection has to be submitted in written, as per the format provided in the answer key notice. Candidates will also have to submit supporting document for their c
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
As per the JKCET information brochure, OSC stands for other social caste. The candidates of OSC are not covered under any reservation category.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, children of defense forces are eligibile to apply for JKCET. All such candidates are admitted under a special reservation of 3% quota.
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Contributor-Level 10
8 Institutes accepting JKCET
Model Institute of Engineering and Technology
Jammu • Private
3.9Yogananda College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
Jammu • Private
Baramulla • Private
Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
Jammu & Kashmir - Other • Public
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