CCMT 2026 is the Centralized Counselling for M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan. Admissions 2026, the National-level GATE counselling for admission to M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan programmes at NITs, IIEST Shibpur, IIITs, and CFTIs. This year CCMT is coordinated by NIT Agartala (host institute for CCMT 2026). Online Registration opened on May 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST and closes on June 5, 2026. Eligible candidates with a valid GATE score of 2024, 2025, or 2026 can register at ccmt.admissions.nic.in, fill choices, and participate in 3 Regular Rounds + 2 Special Rounds + 1 National Spot Round (NSR) for admission to the 76 participating institutes in CCMT 2026.
Latest: CCMT 2026 Online Registration has started (May 15, 2026 – 10:00 AM IST). Register here. Last date: June 5, 2026 (5:30 PM IST). Round 1 allotment: June 12, 2026.
CCMT 2026
What is CCMT 2026?
The CCMT stands for Centralized Counselling for M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan. Admissions. It is a centralized online platform through which a candidate can fill a single application form and apply to all M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan programmes across the 76 participating institutes for which they are eligible based on their GATE score. CCMT 2026 admissions are for the academic session 2026-27. The counselling consists of three Phases – Phase I (3 Regular Rounds), Phase II (2 Special Rounds), and Phase III (1 National Spot Round). NIT Agartala is the host institute for CCMT 2026, and the Chairman is Prof. Sarat Kumar Patra, Director, NIT Agartala. The login portal, seat allotment tracker, and CCMT cut-off page are linked below.
CCMT 2026 Registration Direct Link – Click here to register at ccmt.admissions.nic.in.
CCMT 2026 Schedule
The complete CCMT 2026 schedule released by NIT Agartala / NIC across Phase I (Regular Rounds), Phase II (Special Rounds), and Phase III (National Spot Round) is summarised below.
Phase I – Regular Rounds (3 Rounds)
| Event | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration, Fee Payment, and Choice Filling | May 15, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) |
| Last Date for Registration / Fee Payment / Unlocking | June 5, 2026 (5:30 PM IST) |
| Last Date for Online Choice Filling & Locking | June 8, 2026 (5:30 PM IST) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 12, 2026 |
| SAF Payment / Doc Upload / Willingness (R1) | June 12 – 17, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | June 22, 2026 |
| SAF Payment / Doc Upload / Willingness (R2) | June 22 – 24, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | June 27, 2026 |
| SAF Payment / Doc Upload / Withdrawal (R3) | June 27 – June 30, 2026 |
| Payment of Partial Admission Fee (PAF) | July 2 – 6, 2026 |
Phase II – Special Rounds (2 Rounds)
| Event | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Announcement of Vacant Seats for Special Rounds | July 13, 2026 |
| Online Registration & Choice Filling for SR | July 14 – 18, 2026 |
| Last Date for SR Choice Filling & Locking | July 20, 2026 (5:30 PM IST) |
| Special Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 22, 2026 |
| Document Upload / Willingness (SR-1) | July 22 – 24, 2026 |
| Special Round 2 Seat Allotment | July 27, 2026 |
| Document Upload / Withdrawal (SR-2) | July 27 – 29, 2026 |
Phase III – National Spot Round (NSR)
| Event | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Announcement of Vacant Seats for NSR | August 1, 2026 |
| Fresh Registration / Fee Payment / Choice Filling for NSR | August 1 – 4, 2026 |
| Last Date for NSR Choice Filling & Locking | August 4, 2026 (5:30 PM IST) |
| National Spot Round Seat Allotment | August 5, 2026 |
| Document Upload / Document Verification | August 5 – 8, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting at Finally Allotted Institute & Balance Fee Payment | August 5 – 11, 2026 |
Important Downloads and Official Links
- CCMT 2026 Information Brochure (PDF)
- CCMT 2026 Schedule (PDF)
- CCMT 2026 Online Registration Portal
- CCMT 2026 Official Website
- CCMT Opening & Closing Scores (Past Years OR-CR)
CCMT 2026 Registration & Application Process
The CCMT 2026 registration is fully online at ccmt.admissions.nic.in. Eligible candidates with a valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 score can register between May 15, 2026 and June 5, 2026. The registration process consists of three stages: (1) Online Registration with GATE credentials, qualifying-degree details, and personal information; (2) Payment of the non-refundable Registration Fee via UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking; and (3) Filling and locking of programme choices across all eligible institutes. Once choices are locked (or auto-locked on June 8), they cannot be modified.
CCMT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- GATE Score: Valid GATE score of 2024, 2025, or 2026 (any one) in a relevant paper.
- Qualifying Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Planning / Science (as per the eligibility matrix on the CCMT website).
- Minimum Marks: At least 60% / 6.5 CGPA (on 10-point scale) for GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC candidates; 55% / 6.0 CGPA for SC / ST / PwD candidates.
- Result Awaited: Provisional admission allowed if final result is to be declared by September 30, 2026 with all exams completed by August 15, 2026; a Course Completion Certificate from the Head of Institute is required.
- Special Eligibility: Some programmes at certain Participating Institutes require additional special eligibility – refer to the CCMT website seat matrix and eligibility matrix carefully.
- CCMT 2026 is only for full-time programmes carrying scholarship – not for Sponsored Seats or Part-Time programmes.
CCMT 2026 Fee Structure
| Fee Type | GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC | SC / ST / PwD |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (Regular Rounds) | Rs. 3,500 (non-refundable) | Rs. 3,000 (non-refundable) |
| Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) | Rs. 30,000 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Partial Admission Fee (PAF) | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
| SR Registration Fee | Rs. 3,500 (non-refundable) | Rs. 3,000 (non-refundable) |
| SR Participation Fee | Rs. 40,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
| NSR Registration Fee | Rs. 3,500 (non-refundable) | Rs. 3,000 (non-refundable) |
| NSR Participation Fee | Rs. 40,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
SAF and PAF deposited during Regular Rounds are adjusted in the Institute fee at the time of physical reporting. The Registration Fee is non-refundable. Refund of SAF / PAF / Participation Fee (if applicable) is initiated within six months after completion of the National Spot Round (NSR), subject to refund rules in the brochure (Section 12).
CCMT 2026 Willingness Options
- Float – Considered in the next round for all better-preferred choices across all institutes.
- Slide – Considered in the next round for better-preferred choices only within the currently allotted institute.
- Freeze – Satisfied with the currently allotted seat; not interested in better-preferred choices in subsequent rounds.
- Surrender & Participate in Next Round – Reject the currently allotted seat and only participate in the next round for better-preferred choices (warning: if no seat is allotted, the surrendered seat is lost).
CCMT 2026 Reservation of Seats
Reservation of seats is as per Government of India norms – OPEN, GEN-EWS, OBC (NCL), SC, ST, and PwD horizontal reservation across each vertical category. The detailed seat matrix is published on the CCMT website. Eligible candidates’ seat-category sequence is also defined in the brochure (Section 3.2).
CCMT 2026 Login
After registering, candidates use the CCMT 2026 candidate login at ccmt.admissions.nic.in to pay fees, fill / lock choices, check seat allotment, pay Seat Acceptance Fee, upload documents, and exercise willingness. Step-by-step login instructions, password recovery, and troubleshooting are on the CCMT 2026 Login page.
CCMT 2026 Seat Allotment
The CCMT 2026 seat allotment for Round 1 is announced on June 12, 2026, followed by Round 2 (June 22) and Round 3 (June 27). After the Regular Rounds, Special Rounds 1 & 2 (July 22 & 27) and the National Spot Round (August 5) fill any vacant seats. The seat allotment is published in the candidate’s login as a Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (PSAL). Round-by-round download steps, expected publish times, and what to do after allotment are on the CCMT 2026 Seat Allotment page.
CCMT 2026 Cut Off
The CCMT cut off 2026 is published as the opening and closing GATE scores (also called OR-CR) after each round of seat allotment. NIT Agartala / NIC release Round-1, Round-2, Round-3, SR-1, SR-2, and NSR cut-offs separately for every programme × institute × category. As a rough guide, top NITs (Trichy, Warangal, Surathkal, Calicut, Rourkela) typically close CSE at GATE 700–800 for the General-AI category, while mid-tier NITs close at 500–650 and lower NITs / IIITs / GFTIs close at 350–500. Last-3-year cut-offs (2023, 2024, 2025), expected 2026 cut-offs, branch-wise / college-wise trends, and a visual breakdown are on the CCMT Cut Off 2026 page.
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CCMT 2026 – An Overview
| Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| State / Region | India (National Level) |
| Name of Process | CCMT 2026 |
| Full Form | Centralized Counselling for M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan. Admissions |
| Level of Counselling | National Level |
| Host Institute / Conducting Body (2026) | NIT Agartala (Chairman: Prof. Sarat Kumar Patra, Director, NIT Agartala) |
| Official Website | ccmt.admissions.nic.in |
| Admission Based On | Valid GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026) |
| Mode | Fully Online |
| Number of Participating Institutes | 76 (NITs, IIEST Shibpur, IIITs, CFTIs) |
| Programmes Offered | M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, M.E. |
| Registration Window | May 15 – June 5, 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | Until June 8, 2026 (5:30 PM IST) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 12, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | June 22, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | June 27, 2026 |
| Special Round 1 / 2 | July 22 / July 27, 2026 |
| National Spot Round (NSR) | August 5, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting & Balance Fee Payment | August 5 – 11, 2026 |
| Registration Fee | Rs. 3,500 (GEN/EWS/OBC) • Rs. 3,000 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Type of Counselling | Centralized Counselling |
CCMT 2026 Counselling Process Flow
- Online Registration: Register at ccmt.admissions.nic.in using GATE credentials, fill personal / academic / contact details.
- Fee Payment: Pay non-refundable Registration Fee online (UPI / Debit / Credit / Net Banking).
- Choice Filling & Locking: Add, reorder, and lock programme + institute choices in your preference order. At least one choice must be saved.
- Round 1 Seat Allotment: Check Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (PSAL) in login on June 12, 2026.
- Pay Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF): Required to accept the allotted seat.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned originals as per Annexure-III of the brochure.
- Online Document Verification: The Allotted Institute’s officer verifies documents; respond to any queries within the window.
- Submit Willingness: Choose Float / Slide / Freeze for subsequent rounds.
- Round 2 (June 22) and Round 3 (June 27): Upgrade / retain seat based on willingness; pay SAF only if not paid earlier.
- Pay Partial Admission Fee (PAF): Between July 2 – 6, 2026 to confirm the seat after Regular Rounds.
- Special Rounds (Phase II): Fresh registration if you want to upgrade from Regular Rounds, or participate fresh.
- National Spot Round (Phase III): Last chance for remaining vacant seats – allotment on August 5, 2026.
- Physical Reporting: Report at the Finally Allotted Institute (FAI) between August 5 – 11, 2026 with original documents and pay the balance institute fee.
CCMT 2026 Participating Institutes
A total of 76 institutes participate in CCMT 2026, broadly grouped as:
- All 31 NITs – NIT Agartala, NIT Allahabad (MNNIT), NIT Andhra Pradesh, NIT Arunachal Pradesh, NIT Bhopal (MANIT), NIT Calicut, NIT Delhi, NIT Durgapur, NIT Goa, NIT Hamirpur, NIT Jaipur (MNIT), NIT Jalandhar (Dr. B.R. Ambedkar NIT), NIT Jamshedpur, NIT Kurukshetra, NIT Manipur, NIT Meghalaya, NIT Mizoram, NIT Nagaland, NIT Nagpur (VNIT), NIT Patna, NIT Puducherry, NIT Raipur, NIT Rourkela, NIT Sikkim, NIT Silchar, NIT Srinagar, NIT Surat (SVNIT), NIT Surathkal (NITK), NIT Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy), NIT Uttarakhand, NIT Warangal.
- IIEST Shibpur
- IIITs – IIITDM Jabalpur, IIITDM Kancheepuram, IIITDM Kurnool, IIIT Allahabad, IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Bhagalpur, IIIT Guwahati, IIIT Kalyani, IIIT Kota, IIIT Lucknow, IIIT Manipur, IIIT Nagpur, IIIT Pune, IIIT Sonepat, IIIT Surat, IIIT Una, IIIT Vadodara, IIIT Ranchi, IIIT Tiruchirappalli, IIIT Sri City Chittoor, IIIT Dharwad, ABV-IIITM Gwalior.
- CFTIs / GFTIs – SPA Bhopal, SPA Vijayawada, NIFFT Ranchi, NIT Yupia, J&K Institute of Mathematical Sciences, PEC Chandigarh, BIT Mesra, NIFTEM, CIPET, NIELIT, and several other Centrally Funded Technical Institutes.
The complete list with seat matrix and contact details is on the CCMT 2026 website. Candidates should check the Eligibility Matrix and Special Eligibility Conditions for each programme they choose before locking choices.
CCMT 2026 FAQs
CCMT 2026 online registration started on May 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST and closes on June 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM IST. The last date for choice filling and locking is June 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM IST. Round 1 seat allotment will be announced on June 12, 2026.
CCMT 2026 is conducted by NIT Agartala (host institute for the 2026 cycle) on behalf of all participating institutes. The Chairman of CCMT 2026 is Prof. Sarat Kumar Patra, Director, NIT Agartala. The online platform is hosted by NIC at ccmt.admissions.nic.in.
CCMT 2026 accepts a valid GATE score of 2024, 2025, or 2026. A candidate may submit any one of the three GATE scores at the time of registration. The merit list is prepared using the GATE score of the year selected by the candidate.
Candidates must have a valid GATE score of 2024 / 2025 / 2026 and a qualifying Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% / 6.5 CGPA for GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC, or 55% / 6.0 CGPA for SC / ST / PwD. Provisional admission is permitted for final-year candidates if results are declared by September 30, 2026.
The non-refundable CCMT 2026 Registration Fee for Regular Rounds is Rs. 3,500 for GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC and Rs. 3,000 for SC / ST / PwD. In addition, the Seat Acceptance Fee (Rs. 30,000 / Rs. 10,000) and Partial Admission Fee (Rs. 10,000 / Rs. 5,000) apply when a seat is allotted. Separate Registration and Participation Fees apply for Special Rounds and National Spot Round.
CCMT 2026 has 6 rounds in 3 phases: Phase I has 3 Regular Rounds (Round 1 on June 12, Round 2 on June 22, Round 3 on June 27, 2026). Phase II has 2 Special Rounds (SR-1 on July 22, SR-2 on July 27, 2026). Phase III is the National Spot Round (NSR) on August 5, 2026. Physical reporting at the finally allotted institute takes place between August 5 and 11, 2026.
After a seat is allotted, candidates must choose a willingness: Float – considered in next round for all better-preferred choices across all institutes; Slide – considered in next round for better choices only within the currently allotted institute; Freeze – satisfied with current seat, no further upgradation desired. Surrender & Participate in Next Round is also available – it rejects the current seat and only considers better choices in the next round (with the risk of losing the current seat).
A total of 76 participating institutes accept CCMT 2026 counselling for M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan admission. This includes all 31 NITs, IIEST Shibpur, multiple IIITs (IIITDM Jabalpur, IIITDM Kancheepuram, IIIT Allahabad, ABV-IIITM Gwalior, and others), and various CFTIs / GFTIs (SPA Bhopal, SPA Vijayawada, BIT Mesra, NIFFT Ranchi, PEC Chandigarh, etc.).
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should we apply here (CCMT) to participate in nits seat allotment and again register separately on COAP for IITs?