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    COAP Registration 2026 (Started) – Apply Now for IIT MTech Seat Allotment

    COAP Registration 2026 (Started) – Apply Now for IIT MTech Seat Allotment

    Gandubilli UnnatiUpdated on 20 Jun 2026, 03:32 PM IST

    COAP Registration 2026 - IIT Roorkee has commenced the GATE 2026 COAP registration process on March 26, 2026. The COAP registration 2026 link has been updated on the official website, coap2026.iitr.ac.in. Candidates who seek admission to M.Tech courses at IITs must apply on the COAP portal. Only GATE-qualified candidates can participate in the COAP counselling process. The GATE counselling will be done through 2 channels- CCMT and COAP. CCMT counselling is held for admission to NITs and IIITs. While COAP is done for IIT admission. This year, IIT Roorkee is the conducting body of the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP). Refer to this article for complete information about COAP 2026 registration.
    Direct link to apply for COAP 2026 registration

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    1. COAP Registration 2026 Date
    2. What is COAP?
    3. Eligibility Criteria for COAP Registration
    4. Step-by-Step COAP Registration Process
    5. COAP Offer Acceptance Procedure
    6. COAP 2026 List of participating institutes
    COAP Registration 2026 (Started) – Apply Now for IIT MTech Seat Allotment
    COAP Registration 2026

    COAP Registration 2026 Date

    EventDate
    Website LaunchMarch 21, 2026
    Notification DateMarch 21, 2026
    COAP Registration DateMarch 26, 2026

    What is COAP?

    The Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) is an online platform that facilitates the coordination and acceptance of admission offers for postgraduate engineering programs (M.Tech, MS, and PhD) in various Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and other participating institutions. This portal is used for candidates who have qualified for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) in 2026/2025/2024.

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    Eligibility Criteria for COAP Registration

    To be eligible for COAP registration, candidates must fulfil the following criteria:

    1. Valid GATE Score: Candidates must have a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026.
    2. Indian Citizenship: COAP is primarily for Indian nationals seeking admission to IITs and other participating institutions.
    3. Application to IITs: Candidates must apply separately to their preferred IITs for M.Tech/MS admissions.
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    Step-by-Step COAP Registration Process

    Follow these steps to complete the COAP registration:

    Step 1: Visit the Official COAP Website

    • Go to the official COAP website (as updated by the respective IIT conducting COAP).
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    Step 2: Create a New Account

    • Click on the "Register" button.
    • Enter basic details such as Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
    • Generate a password and note it for future logins.

    Step 3: Enter GATE Details

    • Provide GATE Registration Number and GATE Scores for the years applicable.
    • If a candidate has multiple GATE scores, all valid scores should be entered.

    Step 4: Verify OTP & Submit Details

    • An OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number and email.
    • Enter the OTP for verification.
    • Submit the registration form.

    Step 5: Login and Access Offers

    • After successful registration, candidates can log in to the COAP portal using their credentials.
    • Admission offers from applied IITs will be visible in different rounds.

    COAP Offer Acceptance Procedure

    The COAP platform follows a five-round offer acceptance system along with additional spot rounds (if required). Here’s how it works:

    Decision Options for Candidates

    1. Accept & Freeze: If a candidate is satisfied with an offer, they can choose this option, which means they will accept the offer and not be considered in further rounds.

    2. Retain & Wait: If a candidate is interested in an offer but wants to wait for better options, they can retain the offer for the next round while still being considered for higher preferences.

    3. Reject & Wait: If a candidate is not interested in an offer, they can reject it and wait for better options in subsequent rounds.

    Important Notes:

    • Once an offer is accepted and frozen, the candidate cannot participate in further rounds.

    • If no action is taken within the deadline of a particular round, the offer is automatically rejected.

    COAP 2026 List of participating institutes

    Candidates who complete the COAP registration 2026 will be eligible to be considered for admission into the following participating institutions:

    GATE COAP Participating Institutes

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What if I have multiple GATE scores?
    A:

    Candidates should enter all valid GATE scores to maximize their chances of receiving offers.

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