REAP 2026 FAQs
Find answers to all your questions regarding the Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process, eligibility, registration, and counselling.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The last date to apply for REAP 2026 has not been announced yet. The schedule is expected to be released in June 2026. Candidates should monitor the official website for the final dates.
REAP admission is primarily based on the merit of Class 12th marks. However, priority is given to candidates with a valid JEE Main score. If seats remain vacant, they are filled based on 12th percentage.
The application and counselling fee for REAP is expected to be around ₹590 (non-refundable). This fee can be paid online via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
Usually, a correction window is provided for a limited period after the main application deadline. During this window, candidates can edit certain fields in their application form. It is advised to fill the form carefully to avoid errors.
Typically, you will need a scanned copy of your recent photograph, signature, Class 10th and 12th mark sheets, JEE Main scorecard (if applicable), and a valid ID proof. A complete list will be available in the official information brochure.
Candidates who have passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Biology/ Technical Vocational subject are eligible. Minimum qualifying marks as per AICTE norms apply.
Yes, seats are reserved for candidates having Rajasthan domicile as per the state government reservation policy. Out of state candidates are also eligible to apply for a certain percentage of seats.
REAP stands for Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process. It is a centralized counselling process for admission to B.Tech and B.Arch courses in Rajasthan.
The Centre for Electronic Governance (CEG), Rajasthan, typically conducts the REAP counselling on behalf of the technical education department.
No, REAP does not have its own entrance exam. Admissions are based entirely on JEE Main scores or Class 12th board marks.
Diploma holders cannot apply for first-year B.Tech through REAP. They must apply through LEEP (Lateral Entry in Engineering Program) for direct admission to the second year.
Yes, candidates from outside Rajasthan can apply. Approximately 15% of the total seats in private and some government colleges are reserved for out-of-state candidates.
There is no specific upper or lower age limit to participate in the REAP counselling process.
While highly recommended for identity verification and future scholarship processes, you can refer to the official brochure for alternate valid ID proofs if Aadhaar is not available.
TFWS stands for Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme. It provides a full waiver of tuition fees for students belonging to economically weaker sections (family income below 8 Lakhs per annum).
You must select the TFWS option during online registration and provide a valid income certificate issued by a competent authority during document verification.
There is a horizontal reservation of 25% for female candidates in all categories across participating institutes in Rajasthan.
Yes, students who have completed their 10+2 from NIOS or any other recognized open board are eligible, provided they meet the subject and marks criteria.
No, document verification usually takes place at the allotted institute after the final seat allotment round.
The primary merit list is based on JEE Main scores. A secondary merit list is prepared based on Class 12th board percentage for those who did not appear in JEE Main.
Tie-breaking is resolved by looking at marks in Mathematics, then Physics, then the date of birth (older candidate gets preference).
No, you must have passed the 10+2 examination completely with the required core subjects to be eligible for REAP.
A domicile certificate is mandatory only if you are claiming state quota seats (which covers 85% reservation for Rajasthan residents).
There is no limit. Candidates are encouraged to fill as many choices as possible to maximize their chances of getting an allotment.
If you fail to lock your choices manually, the system will automatically lock your last saved choices after the specific deadline expires.
No, once the choices are locked (manually or automatically), they cannot be modified under any circumstances.
Upward Movement allows candidates who are not satisfied with their allotted seat to apply for a higher-preference seat in the subsequent round, provided seats are vacant.
No additional fee is usually required for Upward Movement, but candidates must report to their initially allotted college and pay the college fee to be eligible.
Your previous seat is automatically cancelled and allotted to someone else. You must report to the new institute.
If no new seat is allotted, your previous seat remains safely secured for you.
Candidates must visit the allotted college with original documents, two sets of photocopies, and the remaining college fee within the stipulated timeframe.
Your seat allotment will be cancelled, and you may not be allowed to participate in further regular counselling rounds.
Refund of college fees is governed by AICTE norms. Generally, if cancelled before the cutoff date, a refund is issued after a small processing deduction.
Yes, a medical fitness certificate signed by a registered medical practitioner is required at the time of reporting to the college.
As per Rajasthan state policy, 16% of seats are reserved for SC candidates and 12% for ST candidates.
21% of seats are reserved for Non-Creamy Layer OBC candidates of Rajasthan domicile.
Yes, 10% of seats are reserved for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates of the general category.
5% of seats are reserved for Most Backward Classes (MBC) candidates in Rajasthan.
Yes, there is a specific quota (usually 3-5%) for wards of defense personnel and ex-servicemen.
Candidates must select the Person with Disability (PwD) option during registration and produce a valid certificate from a medical board confirming a minimum of 40% disability.
Yes, a specific number of seats in certain colleges are reserved for Kashmiri Migrants under the KM quota.
Yes, both government engineering colleges and private engineering colleges in Rajasthan participate in the centralized REAP process.
Prominent government colleges include MBM University Jodhpur, CTAE Udaipur, RTU Kota, and Engineering College Bikaner.
No, the entire application process is online. There is no need to send any physical documents to the CEG office.
You can use the Forgot Password link on the login page. An OTP or reset link will be sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
Yes, a valid mobile number is essential as all OTPs, alerts, and seat allotment messages are sent via SMS.
Yes, you can use a parents mobile number, but ensure it remains active throughout the entire admission process.
Usually, the photograph must be in JPEG or JPG format, with a file size between 50KB to 100KB. Check the official brochure for exact specifications.
No, REAP application fees can only be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Wait for 24 to 48 hours as the banking gateway might take time to update. If it still fails, contact the REAP helpdesk before making a double payment.
Yes, a Migration Certificate from your previous board or school is required during final reporting at the college.
Yes, a Character Certificate issued by the principal of your last attended school is necessary during document verification.
Yes, students with a gap year can apply. They will need to submit a Gap Certificate (an affidavit on stamp paper) during college reporting.
After all centralized counselling rounds, if seats remain vacant, colleges may conduct spot admission rounds at their own campus level.
Category changes are generally not allowed once final submission is done, unless a specific correction window is officially opened.
Private colleges can fill 15% of their total seats at their own level through the Management Quota, independently of the centralized REAP process.
Previous year cutoff marks and ranks are usually uploaded on the official REAP website or the CEG Rajasthan portal.