REAP 2026 Admissions Overview
The Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process (REAP) 2026 is the centralized Single Window system mandated by the Department of Technical Education, Government of Rajasthan. Administered by the Centre for Electronic Governance (CEG), Jaipur, REAP facilitates admission into first-year B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan courses across all state government universities, autonomous colleges, and private engineering institutions.
| Centralized Process | Centralised Admission Process (CAP-2026) |
| Conducting Authority | Centre for Electronic Governance (CEG), Jaipur |
| Academic Session | 2026-2027 |
| Associated Courses | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Arch / B.Plan |
| Application cum Registration Fee | ₹885 (₹750 + 18% GST) [Non-refundable] |
| Seat Acceptance Security Deposit | ₹10,000 (Adjustable in institutional tuition fees) |
| Official Helpdesk Contact | directorceg@gmail.com | 8279183303, 8764818563 |
| Location | Near Govt. R.C. Khaitan Polytechnic College, Jhalana Doongri, Jaipur- 302004 |
REAP 2026 Counseling Schedule & Activity Timeline
Strict compliance with the counseling dates is highly critical. Missing online registration deadlines or failure to pay the Seat Acceptance Fee within specified slots will lead to irrevocable candidate disqualification.
B.Tech & B.Plan Detailed Schedule
Start of format downloading, online registration for college/institutes, and registration fee deposition.
Last date to deposit the registration fee (₹885) through the online payment gateway.
Deadline to upload documents, signature, photograph, and lock candidate details.
CEG releases the first tentative state merit rank list for all registered candidates.
Last day for candidates to raise queries or submit discrepancies regarding their draft merit rank.
Publication of the definitive REAP 2026 State Merit List based on normalized JEE/12th scores.
Final day to submit and securely lock priority preferences of colleges and engineering branches.
Allotment list publication strictly for the Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) category.
Seat allotment release for Rajasthan State Domicile general and reserved category candidates.
Institute-level branch slide opportunities conclude. Final physical document verification ends.
B.Arch Core Counseling Deadlines
B.Arch Registration forms open online for candidates qualifying NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A.
Closure of all rounds of B.Arch state-level counseling including management quota admissions.
REAP 2026 Eligibility & Priority Standards
Admissions through REAP are purely merit-based. No custom state entrance exam is held. Rather, eligibility relies on standardized national testing and basic academic prerequisites.
Academic Criteria for B.Tech
Passed 10+2 (Class XII) with Physics and Mathematics as mandatory subjects along with one optional subject from Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Information Technology, Biology, Informatics Practices, Biotechnology, or Technical Vocational subjects.
Minimum Marks: At least 45% marks in the above subjects combined (40% marks in the case of candidates belonging to reserved categories: SC, ST, Non-creamy layer OBC, Non-creamy layer MBC, and PwD).
Vocational Entry: Passed D.Voc. Stream (NCrF level 4) in the same or allied sector (with bridge courses offered by universities).
Rank & Selection Priority
When preparing the centralized rank list, the selection engine allocates seats based on the following prioritized sequences:
- 1st Priority: Candidates falling under Category-A of the Sports Quota Policy as prescribed by the Technical Education Sports Policy of Govt. of Rajasthan.
- 2nd Priority: Percentile/Rank obtained in JEE (Mains) 2026 (for candidates having 20 percentile score or more).
- 3rd Priority: Percentile/Comparative score obtained in Class 12th board examinations (normalized across various boards like RBSE, CBSE).
- 4th Priority: Aggregate percentage obtained in state-approved D.Voc in Engineering & Technology programs.
REAP 2026 Glossary & Key Terms
Navigating technical college admissions in Rajasthan involves understanding specific academic nomenclature. Below are detailed definitions of key acronyms and terms used throughout the REAP 2026 process [3].
A state-level merit category for students whose total family income from all sources is under ₹8.00 Lakh per annum [10]. It waives 100% of the tuition fee, covering up to 5% of the approved intake per course as supernumerary seats [10].
An institute-level merit round held towards the end of the counseling process [6]. It allows reported candidates to upgrade or switch their engineering branch within their currently allotted college based on vacant seats [24].
The standardized single-window system established by the Government of Rajasthan to coordinate application processing, merit generation, and seat allotments across technical institutions.
The authorized nodal agency, located in Jaipur, appointed to conduct and supervise the centralized admissions process (REAP 2026) [1].
A system in subsequent counseling rounds where a candidate is allocated a higher-priority seat from their locked choice list [18]. If upgraded, the previously allotted seat is automatically canceled [18].
Additional seats created over the standard approved intake capacity [3]. This includes reserved seats for TFWS, Kashmiri Migrants (KM), and Foreign Nationals [3].
The administrative department under the Government of Rajasthan that oversees technical education policies, guidelines, and fee structures [3].
The annual certification granted by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) to an institution, confirming authorization to run specific technical programs [3].
Technical Education Sports Policy Advantage
As prescribed by the Department of Technical Education, outstanding sports achievers receive exceptional advantages. If applying under the sports quota (Annexure 4.1), you are eligible for the following priority parameters:
| Sports Category | Approved Achievement Levels | Admission Advantage Details |
|---|---|---|
| Category 'अ' (Group A) | Representation of India in International Competitions/Olympics. | Super-priority status: Highest preference for elite B.Tech seats across State Autonomous/Govt. Colleges. |
| Category 'ब' (Group B) | Representation of Rajasthan State in National Competitions. | Max 7% advantage in aggregate academic marks/percentile for merit determination. |
| Category 'स' (Group C) | Representation of CBSE/KVS/NVS/SGFI in School Nationals. | Max 5% advantage in academic percentile. |
| Category 'द' (Group D) | Inter-University level representations. | Max 4% advantage in academic percentile. |
| Category 'य' (Group E) | State level school sports representations. | Max 2% advantage in academic percentile. |
Medical Fitness Standards (Annexure 11.2)
Candidates must produce a certified Medical Fitness Certificate signed by an active Medical Officer in the State Government Hospital at the time of reporting. Check the fundamental parameters required:
| Clinical Parameter | Required Medical Benchmarks |
|---|---|
| Height Requirement | Male: Not less than 1.5 m | Female: Not less than 1.4 m |
| Weight Requirement | Male: Approx 41 Kg | Female: Approx 37 Kg |
| Chest Measurement | Male: Not less than 69 cm with satisfactory limits of expansion & contraction |
| Heart & Lungs | Must be healthy without any clinical abnormality. |
| Vision / Color Blindness | Normal vision (defects must be corrected to 6/9 in better eye and 6/12 in worse eye). Mining Engineering candidates must be free from color blindness. |
| Hearing & Speech | Normal. Any defects must be clinically corrected. |
Reservation Policies & Fee Structure
Vertical and Horizontal reservations are carefully protected in accordance with the statutory provisions of the State of Rajasthan.
Vertical Reservation Allocations
| Category | Quota Percent |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 12% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) - Non Creamy Layer | 21% (Income limit below ₹8 Lakh) |
| More Backward Classes (MBC) - Non Creamy Layer | 5% |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 10% |
Horizontal Reservation & Quotas
| Special Sub-Group | Reserved Allocation |
|---|---|
| Female Candidates | 30% in respective categories |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 5% |
| Dependents of Ex-Servicemen (Ex-S) | 3% (with priorities EXS1 to EXS9) |
Payment Refund & Cancellation Safeguards
REAP has designed rigorous guidelines regarding structural withdrawals as per AICTE and government mandates. Keep the following procedures in mind:
- Registration Fee: The application fee (₹885) is completely non-refundable. Under no circumstance is it transferable or adjustable against future rounds.
- Seat Acceptance Fee: The deposit of ₹10,000 paid to secure seat allotments can be fully refunded online to the original funding account prior to physical reporting, subject to minimal processing deductions.
- Withdrawal Post Reporting: Once physically reported to the allotted college, any candidate requesting admission withdrawal will receive institutional fee refunds strictly as per the Council of Architecture and AICTE academic calendar policies.
Documents Required for Physical Verification (Annexure 8.1)
Ensure you assemble and self-attest original physical copies of the following documents to prevent last-minute rejection of your technical seat allotment:
Frequently Asked Questions (REAP 2026 Helpdesk)
Quick answers to common candidate queries to assist with the online admission registration steps.
What is the TFWS scheme in REAP 2026, and who is eligible?
The Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) is applicable to candidates whose parents' total annual income from all sources does not exceed ₹8.00 Lakh. Up to a maximum of 5% of 'Approved Intake' per course is offered under TFWS, completely waiving the tuition fee at government and private technical institutions.
Is the REAP 2026 registration fee refundable under any circumstances?
The registration fee of ₹885 (inclusive of 18% GST) is strictly non-refundable and non-transferable. However, if a payment transaction succeeds but a form submission failure occurs due to technical glitches, a refund can be claimed through bank chargeback procedures.
How are seats allocated to candidates residing outside of Rajasthan?
Out of State candidates are eligible for 15% of the AICTE approved intake in private engineering colleges and self-financed courses in government universities. Their merit list is formulated primarily based on JEE Main 2026 scorecards under Round 4 of the counseling process.
What is the Seat Acceptance Fee and how is it refunded upon withdrawal?
To secure an allotted seat during online reporting, candidates must pay a Seat Acceptance Fee of ₹10,000. If a candidate withdraws their admission online on or before the last date of cancellation, a full refund (minus nominal processing charges) is credited directly back to the source bank account.
Can a candidate apply for both JEE Main and 12th Board marks?
Yes, candidates can submit both marks. However, the system automatically assigns them a higher priority on the basis of their JEE Main 2026 rank (2nd priority) rather than their Class 12th Board percentile (3rd priority).
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