JKCET 2026 eligibility criteria, set by JKBOPEE, require candidates to be domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir (with valid certificate) or hold an ST certificate from Ladakh UT, have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, and secure at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories).
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board/university, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. English must also be qualified in Class 12. No limit on number of attempts.
General/Open Merit candidates need 45-50% aggregate in PCM (sources vary slightly; confirm official). Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/RBA/ALC/IB) require 40%. TFW (Tuition Fee Waiver) treated as open merit.
Indian citizens with valid J&K domicile certificate or ST certificate from Ladakh UT competent authority are eligible; non-domiciles cannot apply. Domicile proof mandatory during counselling/admission.
Minimum 17 years as on December 31, 2026; no upper age bar. Reservations: SC 8%, ST 20%, OBC 8%, ALC/IB 4%, Backward Area 10%, EWS 10%; additional quotas for defence personnel, sports, etc. Full details in official notification on jkbopee.gov.in.
Q1. What is the minimum educational qualification for JKCET 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board, with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English as compulsory subjects.
Q2. What are the minimum qualifying marks for JKCET 2026?
Ans. General/Open Merit candidates need 45-50% aggregate in 10+2 (sources vary; 50% common), while reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) require 40%.
Q3. Is there an age limit for JKCET 2026?
Ans. Minimum age is 17 years as of December 31, 2026; no upper age limit applies.
Q4. What is the domicile requirement for JKCET 2026?
Ans. Candidates must hold a valid J&K/UT of Ladakh domicile certificate or ST certificate from Ladakh; non-domiciles are ineligible.
Q5. Can appearing students apply for JKCET 2026?
Ans. Yes, candidates appearing in Class 12 or equivalent in 2026 are eligible, provided they meet other criteria during admission.
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