How can I track when to apply for BTECH 2026. Different Exams , their application dates, colleges that use JEE MAIN or other exam score but need to separate application form to be filled, when these forms are available

Hello,

To stay ahead, keep an eye on these engineering entrance exams and their application dates for 2025. This will give you an idea of what to expect for 2026:

- LPUNEST: February to March

- SRMJEEE: November to April

- UPESEAT: September to April

- PESSAT: October to April

- KLEEE: February to March

- VITEEE: November to April

- AEEE: November to April

- MET: October to April

- HITSEEE: December to April

- JEE Main: November

- BITSAT: January to April

- KEAM: March to April

- KCET: March

- TS EAMCET: February to April

- AP EAMCET: March to April

- MHT CET: March

- WBJEE: December to February

For colleges accepting JEE Main scores, you'll need to fill out a separate application form. These colleges include:

- Indian Institute of Technology (IITs)

- National Institute of Technology (NITs)

- Top Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIITs)

- Top Engineering Colleges in India

Hello Kapil,

To track and apply for B.Tech admissions in 2026, you need to stay updated on various entrance exams, their application forms, and separate applications for specific colleges. Here’s a structured approach:

1. Entrance Exams for B.Tech

• JEE Main : This is the most common exam for B.Tech admissions across India. Conducted in two sessions (January and April).
  
  
• JEE Advanced : For IIT admissions, following JEE Main.
  
  
• State-Level Exams : Each state often has its own engineering entrance exam like MHT CET (Maharashtra) , KCET (Karnataka) , WBJEE (West Bengal) , etc.
  
  
• Private University Exams : Some institutes like VIT (VITEEE), Manipal (MET), BITS (BITSAT), and SRM (SRMJEEE) have their own entrance exams.
  
  2. Tracking Application Dates
  
  
• JEE Main : Application starts around November/December for the January session and February for the April session.
  
  
• State-Level Exams : Dates vary; most occur from March to May. Check each state’s official exam website for deadlines.
  
  
• Private Institutes : VITEEE, BITSAT, MET, etc., usually open applications from October onwards.
  
  3. Colleges Requiring Separate Forms

Even though they accept JEE Main scores, some colleges require you to fill out separate application forms:

• NITs/IIITs : No separate forms are required, as JEE Main and JoSAA counseling are sufficient.
  
  
• Delhi Technological University (DTU), NSUT : Requires separate registration for counseling through the Joint Admission Counselling (JAC) Delhi.
  
  
• Private Colleges like Thapar, LNMIIT : Accept JEE Main scores but need separate applications on their respective websites.
  
  4. When Forms are Available
  
  
• JEE Main : Check for forms in November (for January attempt) and February (for April attempt).
  
  
• State Exams : Between January and March , depending on the state.
  
  
• Private Universities : Applications typically open October to December for most private institutes.
  
  5. How to Track
  
  
• Official Websites : Follow the official websites of the respective exams and universities.
  
  
• Education Portals : Use platforms like Careers360, which provide regular updates on form availability and deadlines.
  
  
• Notifications : Subscribe to newsletters or set up Google Alerts for key exams.

By monitoring these dates and forms, you can ensure that you’re well-prepared to apply for B.Tech in 2026.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

To know the latest updates of each college in which you are interested that accepts JEE score seperately or which is not included in jossa counselling which is responsible for admission in IITs / NITs/ IIITs you should visit college website individually to get all the updates regarding admission.you can also check previous year dates which they follow from past years.

Also,you can check all the colleges list and update from here in the link

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/how-apply-for-colleges-after-jee-main

GOOD LUCK!!