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The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examination (JKBOPEE) conducts the Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test (JKCET). Candidates preparing for this exam must be familiar with the eligibility criteria, as it is the primary screening method for the candidates’ application forms to be accepted. So, we have discussed all the important aspects like qualification requirements, eligibility, age limit, and reservation criteria in this article.
Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test, or JKCET, is a state-level test. The exam is the first step for candidates to enrol in undergraduate engineering programmes offered by government and private colleges in Jammu and Kashmir.
JKCET provides admission to undergraduate engineering and technology courses in Jammu and Kashmir. The eligible candidates must clear the cut-off marks to get admission to their desired colleges.
The eligibility for this entrance exam is determined based on the candidate’s nationality, age, educational qualification, and subject combination. The JKCET eligibility 2023 for candidates applying to B.E./B. Tech engineering courses have been explained in detail in the table down below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Applicants must be a citizen of India |
| Domicile | Applicants must hold either a domicile certificate of UT (union territory) of Jammu & Kashmir issued by the competent authority or an ST certificate issued by the competent authority of UT of Ladakh to be treated as a Domicile certificate of UT of Ladakh. |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (12th/10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognised statutory Board/University |
| Age Limit | The candidates applying for the JKCET exam should be at least 17 years old as of December 31 of that year. There is no upper age limit for both Government and Private Colleges. |
| Subjects | Candidates must have qualified 10+2 or equivalent examinations with Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics as compulsory subjects having 45% marks for Open Merit Category candidates, including the Children of Defence Personnel, Children of Paramilitary Forces, Children of Police Personnel of UT of J&K/Ladakh and candidates possessing outstanding proficiency in Sports and 40% marks for the reserved category candidates belonging to SC/ST/PSP/IB and other Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (RBA/ALC/OSC) |
| Open Merit Candidates | The Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) category applicants are open merit applicants. Hence, they must fulfil the eligibility requirements for open merit applicants. |
| Other Criteria | Candidates appearing in the 12th examination or awaiting results are also eligible to appear in the entrance examination, given such candidates have qualified for their 12th examination at the time of declaration of the JKCET result. |
The following table provides details on the reservation of seats which is given to candidates who will present valid proof of their reservation based on different categories. You can check the percentage of reserved seats for various categories in the government B.E/ B.Tech engineering courses in the following table:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Economically Weaker Sections(EWS) | 10% |
| Residents of Backward Area (RBA) | 10% |
| Weak and Underprivileged Classes, (Social Castes) | 4% |
| Residents of Area Adjoining Actual Line of Control(ALC) / International Border (IB) | 4% |
| Pahari Speaking People | 4% |
| SC | 8% |
| ST | 10% |
| Physically Challenged Persons | 4% |
| Children of Defence Personnel | 3% |
| Sports Quota | 2% |
Here are some of the most frequent questions on JKCET eligibility, exam dates, and forms that you may have in your mind:
Ans: Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (12th/10+2) with at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or an equivalent examination from a recognised statutory Board/University.
Ans: Candidates applying for the JKCET exam should be at least 17 years old as of December 31 of that year to be eligible for the entrance test.
Ans: JKBOPEE will soon announce the dates for releasing JKCET application forms on the official website.
Ans: Only permanent resident candidates can apply for the JKCET exam. They should hold the domicile certificate of UT (union territory) of Jammu and Kashmir issued by the competent authority or an ST certificate issued by the competent authority of UT of Ladakh.
Ans: Yes, JKCET is easier than JEE Main, but aspirants must prepare for the exam with utmost sincerity and hard work. Many tips, mock tests, and other JKCET study resources are available at Embibe to help you prepare for the exam.
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