The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has started the COAP 2026 registration process for candidates seeking MTech admission in IITs/IISc and PSU recruitment through GATE scores. Eligible candidates can apply through the official Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP 2026) at coap2026.iitr.ac.in/coap2026. The portal allows candidates to view and accept offers from participating institutes and Public Sector Undertakings after qualifying the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE).
Candidates must note that COAP registration alone is not sufficient. For admission or PSU jobs, applicants must also apply separately to each IIT, IISc, or PSU through their respective official websites.
Who Can Apply for COAP 2026
Candidates meeting the following criteria can register:
- Must have a valid GATE 2026, 2025, or 2024 score
- Must be an Indian citizen
- If multiple GATE scorecards are available, candidates should use the highest score or best rank
COAP acts as a central platform where candidates can check admission or job offers and choose the preferred option.
COAP 2026 Important Dates
COAP counselling will be conducted in multiple rounds.
- Round 1 Offer Window: May 11, 2026 (10 AM) – May 13, 2026 (9 AM)
- Final Round (Round 10): June 8, 2026 (10 AM) – July 10, 2026 (9 AM)
Candidates must log in during each round to view, accept, retain, or reject offers.
Participating Institutes in COAP 2026
The following institutes are participating in COAP 2026: IISc Bengaluru , IIT Bombay , IIT Delhi , IIT Madras , IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT BHU, IIT Bhubaneswar, IIT Gandhinagar, IIT Indore, IIT Mandi, IIT Patna, IIT Ropar, IIT Jodhpur , IIT Goa , IIT Palakkad , IIT Tirupati, IIT Dharwad, IIT Jammu, IIT Bhilai, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
These institutes will release admission offers based on GATE scores and institute-specific criteria.
How to Apply for COAP 2026
Follow these steps to complete registration:
- Visit the official website: coap2026.iitr.ac.in
- Click on the Register link on the homepage
- Enter your GATE registration number, email ID, and mobile number
- Create a password and submit the details
- Log in to your account
- Fill the COAP 2026 form and verify the information
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Quick Reference Summary
| Event | Details |
| Portal Name | COAP 2026 |
| Conducted By | IIT Roorkee |
| Registration Website | coap2026.iitr.ac.in |
| Eligible GATE Scores | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Round 1 Dates | May 11–13, 2026 |
| Last Round Dates | June 8 – July 10, 2026 |
| Purpose | IIT MTech Admission & PSU Recruitment |
Important Points for Candidates
- COAP only displays offers; separate application to IIT/PSU is mandatory.
- Candidates must check offers in every round.
- Missing a round may result in losing the offer.
- Use the highest valid GATE score while registering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is COAP 2026? |
| COAP is a portal to view and accept offers for IIT MTech admission and PSU recruitment through GATE. |
| Who can register for COAP 2026? |
| Candidates with valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 scores. |
| Is COAP registration enough for IIT admission? |
| No, candidates must apply separately to each IIT or PSU. |
| What is the COAP 2026 official website? |
| coap2026.iitr.ac.in |
| When will COAP 2026 Round 1 start? |
| May 11, 2026 at 10 AM. |
| How many rounds are there in COAP 2026? |
| There will be 10 rounds. |
| Which IIT is conducting COAP 2026? |
| IIT Roorkee. |
| Can I use multiple GATE scores? |
| You must use the highest valid score while registering. |
The start of COAP 2026 registration is an important step for candidates aiming for MTech admission in IITs/IISc or PSU recruitment through GATE. Eligible candidates should register early on coap2026.iitr.ac.in and apply separately to their preferred institutes. Keep track of all COAP rounds from May to July 2026, and bookmark this page for the latest updates and counselling schedules, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
