Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 is one of the most vital admission processes to gain admissions to engineering courses. Counselling Last date of Registration & online fee payment is 31st May 2026.
ACPC B.Tech Counselling is administered by the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC) under the Department of Technical Education, Gujarat and it controls the seat allocation in Government, Government Aided and Self Financed Engineering Degree Colleges and in Government & Non-Government Engineering Diploma Colleges within the state.
If you intend to get admitted to B.E./B.Tech courses for the session 2026-27, you will find it very handy to read this guide, which gives a detailed overview of the process from registration to final admission.
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Quick Summary
Here is everything you need to know about Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 in a single snapshot before you dive into the details.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Gujarat ACPC Degree Engineering Counselling 2026-27 |
| Conducting Body | Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC), Gujarat |
| Under | Directorate of Technical Education, Gujarat |
| Admission Type | Centralized Online Counselling |
| Programs Covered | B.E. / B.Tech (Degree Engineering) |
| Mode | Fully Online |
| Registration Last Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List | 12 June 2026 |
| Final Merit List | 17 June 2026 |
| Mock Round | 12 June – 15 June 2026 |
| Round 1 Allotment | 25 June 2026 |
| Round 2 Allotment | 15 July 2026 |
| Round 3 Allotment | 25 July 2026 |
| Academic Term Begins | 01 July 2026 |
| Official Website | https://acpc.gujarat.gov.in |
| Admission Portal | https://gujacpc.admissions.nic.in |
| Basis of Admission | Merit in GUJCET / JEE (Main) + Qualifying Exam |
| Categories | General, General-EWS, SC, ST, SEBC, PH, ESM, TFW |
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling Schedule 2026
Before diving into the process, here is the complete schedule for Degree Engineering admissions 2026-27 as published by ACPC (as on 31.03.2026):
| Admission Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Awareness Program for UG courses | 11.04.2026 to 07.06.2026 |
| Last date of Registration & online fee payment | 31.05.2026 |
| Declaration of Provisional Merit List | 12.06.2026 |
| Publication of revised final Institute & Seat Matrix list | 12.06.2026 |
| Mock Round Choice Filling & Alteration | 12.06.2026 to 15.06.2026 |
| Declaration of Mock Round Result | 17.06.2026 |
| Declaration of Final Merit List | 17.06.2026 |
| Round-1 Consent, Choice Filling & Alteration | 17.06.2026 to 22.06.2026 |
| Declaration of Round-1 Allotment List | 25.06.2026 |
| Token Tuition Fee Payment & Admission Letter (Round-1) | 25.06.2026 to 30.06.2026 |
| Commencement of Academic Term | 01.07.2026 |
| Online Cancellation of Admission (Round-1) | 26.06.2026 to 02.07.2026 |
| Display of Vacancy after Round-1 | 03.07.2026 |
| Registration for non-registered candidates on available seats | 01.07.2026 to 05.07.2026 |
| Publication of Revised Merit List (after result improvement) | 10.07.2026 |
| Round-2 Choice Filling & Alteration | 10.07.2026 to 13.07.2026 |
| Declaration of Round-2 Allotment List | 15.07.2026 (2 PM) |
| Token Fee Payment & Admission Letter (Round-2) | 15.07.2026 to 19.07.2026 |
| Online Withdrawal (Round-2) | 15.07.2026 to 19.07.2026 |
| Display of Final Vacancy for Round-2 | 20.07.2026 |
| Round-3 Choice Filling & Alteration | 20.07.2026 to 23.07.2026 |
| Declaration of Round-3 Allotment List | 25.07.2026 |
| Token Fee Payment & Admission Letter (Round-3) | 25.07.2026 to 27.07.2026 |
| Online Cancellation (Round-3) | 25.07.2026 to 27.07.2026 |
| Display of Vacancy after Round-3 | 28.07.2026 |
| Last date of Reporting at Institute & Remaining Fee Payment | 28.07.2026 |
| Online Round for Govt and GIA Institutes (Consent & Choices) | 28.07.2026 to 30.07.2026 |
| Allotment for Online Round (Govt & GIA) | 01.08.2026 |
| Token Fee & Admission Letter (Govt/GIA Online Round) | 01.08.2026 to 04.08.2026 |
| Vacant Seat Registration for Govt/GIA (non-allotment) | 05.08.2026 to 07.08.2026 (Tentative) |
| Publication of Merit for Vacant Seat Admissions (Govt/GIA) | 10.08.2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling for Vacant Seat Admissions (Govt/GIA) | 12.08.2026 (Tentative) |
Important Dates for Supernumerary Seats:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 20.04.2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 10.06.2026 |
| Merit Declaration and Admission Allotment | 15.06.2026 |
| Last Date of Admission Confirmation | 01.07.2026 |
Important: These are provisional dates. Changes may occur depending on board results, entrance exam outcomes, JoSAA counselling, and seat approval timelines.
What is ACPC Gujarat and Who Conducts the Counselling?
ACPC stands for Admission Committee for Professional Courses, Gujarat. It is established under Directorate of Technical Education and its premises is at L. D. College of Engineering Campus, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad. ACPC manages the centralized online admissions process for various professional courses in Gujarat, including engineering, pharmacy, MCA, MBA, etc. It is very important for you to bookmark both the following websites right away:
- https://acpc.gujarat.gov.in – for notices, merit lists, institute lists, cut-off and general information.
- https://gujacpc.admissions.nic.in – for actual online admission procedures such as registration, choice filling and confirmation of seats.
It is always advisable to check both the above sites at least once a day during the admission process since the dates and notifications may vary depending upon board results, JoSAA counseling or other issues.
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before registering, make sure you meet the eligibility requirements. Applying without meeting the criteria can lead to rejection at the document verification stage.
| Eligibility Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Examination | Passed HSC (10+2) or equivalent examination |
| Mandatory Subjects | Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects + any one of Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Computer Science / Biology |
| Minimum Marks | 45% aggregate in qualifying examination (as per AICTE norms notified by Government) |
| Nationality | Indian (domicile of Gujarat for state quota seats) |
| Domicile | Gujarat domicile required for most seat categories |
| Entrance Exam | Valid GUJCET 2026 score or JEE (Main) 2026 score |
| Age | No specific upper age limit (as per AICTE guidelines) |
| Category Certificates | Valid certificates from competent authority required for SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PH / ESM |
| TFW Eligibility | Family annual income less than ₹8 Lakh; valid income certificate from government authority |
| PH Eligibility | Physical disability more than 45%; certificate issued by District Civil Surgeon |
| NRI / OCI / FN / CIWGC | Separate supernumerary seats; Class XII from school outside India with min. 45% in relevant subjects |
Note: The eligibility criteria are as per AICTE regulations and Government of Gujarat notifications. Candidates must verify the latest official brochure on https://acpc.gujarat.gov.in for any updates before applying.
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Step-by-Step Registration Process
Registration is the foundation of the entire process. Get it wrong and you’ll spend time correcting it later through the query redressal system. Here’s how the registration works:
Step 1 – Create a New Candidate Profile: Go to the ACPC portal and click on “New Candidate Registration.” Enter your name exactly as it appears on your qualifying examination marksheet, choose ISD code (+91 for India), enter a valid 10-digit mobile number, and provide a working email address. Create a unique User ID if your chosen ID is already taken, try an alternative immediately, similar to creating an email account.
Step 2 – Mobile Number Verification: After entering all your details you will receive a one time password (OTP) on your mobile number which will remain active for only 15 minutes, after which submit the OTP. You will receive an SMS confirmation on your mobile number indicating the creation of your user profile.
Step 3 – Profile Completeness (Personal details): After logging in through your User ID and password enter all the personal details required such as your name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth as per your HSC or SLC certificate, your gender, nationality, domicile state, category (General, General-EWS, SC, ST, SEBC).
Step 4 – Details of Sub Category: Enter if you are Physically Handicapped (must have > 45% disability, as certified by civil surgeon), if you are In-Serviceman/Ex-serviceman and if you are eligible for Tuition Fee Waiver (your family income must be <8 lakh and must possess income certificate of the current year, etc.).
Step 5 – Contact details: Enter current correspondence address and permanent address (you can tick “same as correspondence address” if both are the same).
Step 6 – Documents Upload: Upload your passport sized latest photograph (in JPG format) and School Leaving certificate (in PDF format). Category and others related certificate must be uploaded now.
Step 7 – Review and Submit: Review all the filled entries carefully. Edit the fields before final submission by using the “EDIT” option. After final submission submit the payment of registration fee by online process of Net Banking / Credit card/ UPI.
After submission of your form the ACPC committee will review the submitted documents before publication of the merit list. All the documents are likely to be verified by 12.06.2026.
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Process
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 happens in 3 major stages and various rounds of admission. Let’s explore the whole end to end process:
Phase 1 – Online Registration
Candidates have to register online on the ACPC portal and then fill the application form. They will have to upload all the necessary documents required and also pay the online registration fees. The committee then verifies the uploaded documents, after which the merit list is released.
The document verification is done by 12 June 2026. Any candidates who have a discrepancy in documents has to rectify it via the Query Redressal System within the allotted time.
Phase 2 – Merit Declaration and Mock Round
The provisional merit list is released on 12 June 2026 by ACPC. Candidates can check their respective merit numbers and also verify all the category details of their respective application forms.
The seat matrix is also released along with a list of revised institutes of college at the same time. A mock round, which can be regarded as a practice round, will be conducted between 12-15 June 2026, where the candidates fill in choices and see tentative allotment.
Analyse the result of the mock round. The candidates have to choose more safe options if his desired choices are not converting. The final merit list is then declared on 17 June 2026.
Phase 3 – Actual Admission Rounds
Round 1: After the final merit list, candidates give consent for participation and fill or alter their choices from 17–22 June 2026. The Round 1 allotment list is declared on 25 June 2026. Candidates who receive a seat must pay the token tuition fee online and download the Admission Letter between 25–30 June 2026. If you do not wish to keep the allotted seat, you can cancel it online between 26 June and 2 July 2026.
Round 2: Vacancies after Round 1 are displayed on 3 July 2026. A revised merit list (accounting for candidates who improved their results) is published on 10 July 2026. Choice filling for Round 2 happens from 10–13 July 2026, allotment is declared on 15 July 2026 at 2 PM. Token fee payment and admission letter generation: 15–19 July 2026.
Round 3: Vacancies remaining after round 2 will be announced on 20 July 2026. Choice filling will remain open from 20-23 July 2026, and round 3 allotment will be on 25 July 2026. Token fee & admission letter will be released between 25-27 July 2026, and deadline to join institute and payment of remaining fee will be on 28 July 2026.
Online Round for Govt and GIA Institutes: After Round 3, an additional online round is conducted specifically for Government and Government-Aided institutes. Choice filling: 28–30 July 2026. Allotment: 1 August 2026. Token fee and letter: 1–4 August 2026.
Counselling for Vacant Seats in Govt/GIA Institutes: If seats remain vacant even after the online round, registration for those seats opens from 5–7 August 2026, merit is published on 10 August 2026, and counselling is held on 12 August 2026.
ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Documents Required for Registration
Documents ready beforehand will save much of last moment hassle. Below mentioned is the list of documents and the respective issuers.
1. Income Certificate: Applicable for TFW candidates. Document must specify family income per annum. Issued by – Jan Seva Kendra/ Collector Office/Dy. Collector/Dy. DDO Office/ Mamlatdar/TDO Office.
2. SC/ST Caste Certificate: Applicable to SC/ST candidates. Must be valid caste certificate issued by – Jan Seva Kendra/ Collector Office/Dy. Collector/Dy. DDO Office/ Mamlatdar/TDO Office/District Welfare Officer.
3. SEBC Certificate: Applicable to SEBC candidates. Must be valid non-creamy layer (NCL) certificate with name of concerned caste. If caste name is not on NCL, caste certificate may also be required and scanned. Issued by – Jan Seva Kendra/ Collector Office/Dy. Collector/Dy. DDO Office/ Mamlatdar/TDO Office/District Welfare Officer. Note- NCL Certificate must be in Gujarati language and dated post 01.04.2024.
4. EWS Certificate: Applicable to EWS candidates. Must be valid EWS certificate dated post 01.04.2024. Issued by – Jan Seva Kendra/ Collector Office/ related government offices.
5. In-Serviceman Certificate: Certificate issued by commanding officer of respective unit.
6. Ex-Serviceman Certificate: Certificate issued by District Sainik welfare officer.
7. PWD/Disability certificate: certificate issued by District Civil Surgeon officer with minimum 45% disability specified and type of disability.
All scanned certificates should be of clear, readable and full pages (in pdf or jpg format). Incorrect oriented and/or blurry and incomplete scanned images are one of the common causes of discrepancies and delay.
Understanding Document Verification and Discrepancy Resolution
After you complete registration and pay the fee, ACPC’s verifying officers review your uploaded documents. Most candidates overlook this phase, which can create problems later. Here is what you need to know:
If verification is pending: Simply wait. Do not upload random documents unless the officer specifically asks. Do not make any other applications. Verification will be completed before 12.06.2026.
If a query/discrepancy is raised by the officer: Log in to your portal, go to your respective application and click on query redressal system in the side bar. Then click on submit your query and meticulously study what the officer has said, and identify the problem accurately and upload the required document. The system prompts you to choose the category from a drop down (options: correction for category, TFW requests, board exam details, GUJCET details, JEE(Main) details, etc.).
After submitting a query, a unique token number is generated. Save this token number. Use “View Query Status” under the Query Redressal System to track the resolution. Queries are typically resolved within 14 working days. Once resolved, the status changes from “Pending” to “Closed.”
If you entered wrong details or missed filling something: Use the Query Redressal or modification request option, attach proper proof, and submit. Corrections can be requested for board exam details, seat number, result-related details, GUJCET/JEE(Main) details, TFWS details, and category details such as SC, ST, EWS, ESM, SEBC, and PH.
One important thing to remember: never re-register if a query is raised. Always respond within the same application using the query/discrepancy option.
How Merit List and Choice Filling Works
After the completion of registration,ACPClearnestly prepares the merit list by using qualifying examination marks and entrance test (GUJCET/JEE Main) marks and publishes the merit list. Candidates have to check their merit number and category in registration details after the publication of the merit list.
Mock Round: The first round of choice filling is only a practice session. In this round you have an idea where you stand in the merit list and which of your preferences can be converted into seats in final round. You will add some choices to your previously filed choices on basis of mock round and also can shuffle the college branch priority. Don’t ignore mock round, missing this opportunity could be costly.
Actual Choice Filling (Round 1 onwards): Fill the maximum possible number of choices to increase your chances of getting a seat. Prioritize your preferred college-branch combinations based on your rank, past year closing ranks, and personal interest. Do not leave choices unfilled just because you are unsure, more choices always work in your favour.
Choices are filled online through the ACPC portal. Once the allotment round closes, ACPC assigns seats based on merit and submitted preferences. If allotted a seat, you must pay the token tuition fee online and generate your admission letter within the given window, failing to do so forfeits your seat.
ACPC Counselling for NRI/OCI/FN/CIWGC Candidates
ACPC also conducts admissions to supernumerary seats in government engineering colleges for candidates under the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), Foreign National (FN), Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC), and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) categories.
- Courses: B E/BTech, ME/MTech and MCA from L D College of Engineering, Ahmedabad and the institutions affiliated to it.
- Eligibility for UG(BE/BTech): Candidate should have passed or appearing in 2026 from school located outside India having appeared Class XII(10+2) Examination from a recognized board having Mathematics and Physics and one of the optional subjects like Chemistry /Biotechnology /Computer Science /Biology as his/her subject with 45% of aggregate mark as specified by the AICTE norms.
- Fees Structure: USD 5000 per annum for BE/ME/MCA courses and further university fee and USD 100 deposit from candidates.
The application for admission should be submitted online/offline onhttps://acpc.gujarat.gov.inand can also be mailed at acpc-dte@gujarat.gov.inor at L D College of Engineering, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad.
What Happens After Seat Allotment?
Receiving a seat allotment is not the end of the process. Here’s what happens after you get one:
Pay the token tuition fee online within the payment window. You will receive an admission letter online upon payment of the token fee. Carry this Admission Letter when you report to the allotted institution as this is required.
Report to the institution on the final date of reporting (28.07.2026 as per current schedule) and make the payment for the remaining amount of fees. Non-reporting for more than one day will result in cancellation.
If you receive a better seat allotment in round 2 or 3 and want to upgrade, cancel your round 1 seat online within the cancellation window and join round 2 or 3 as needed.
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Fees
Understanding the fee structure helps you plan your finances well in advance. The ACPC B.Tech fee structure varies based on the type of institute and seat category.
Registration fee: The online registration fee for the ACPC Degree Engineering should be deposited at the time of registration itself. The registration fee for the B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharm is Rs.350 and is required to be paid online. You can make the payment using Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI. Keep safe the payment confirmation receipt as it would be required at a later stage.
Token tuition fee (Seat Confirmation fee): Candidates who are allotted a seat at any round, will need to deposit a token tuition fee online at the time of online counseling within the stipulated time period to confirm the seat and obtain the Admission Letter. This token fee is a part payment which is deducted from the final tuition fee to be paid at the institute level admission.
Tuition Fee by Institute Type:
| Institute Type | Approximate Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Government Engineering Colleges | Rs.28,650 per year (approx.) |
| Government-Aided (GIA) Institutes | Rs.28,650 per year (approx.) |
| Self-Financed Institutes (SFI) | Varies by institute (declared in institute seat matrix) |
| NRI / Supernumerary Seats | USD 5,000 per annum + university fees + USD 100 deposit |
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme:
Candidates with family annual income of Rs 8 lakh and below are eligible to apply under Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme. No tuition fee shall be charged to the candidate admitted under this scheme. Proof of Income certificate issued by Competent authority (Jan Seva Kendra, Collector Office, Mamlatdar/TDO office, etc.) should be uploaded at the time of registration to avail this facility.
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 Cut Off
The cut-off for Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling refers to the closing rank at which the last candidate was allotted a seat in a particular college and branch in each allotment round. Cut-offs vary significantly by institute reputation, branch popularity, seat availability, and the total number of applicants in a given year. The round-wise cut-off data below is provided for reference:
Download Round-Wise Cut-Off PDFs:
Once officially released by ACPC after each allotment round, the cut-off PDFs will be available on the official website. Use the links below to access them directly (active after respective round declarations):
- Download Round 1 Cut-Off PDF (Active after 25 June 2026)
- Download Round 2 Cut-Off PDF (Active after 15 July 2026)
- Download Round 3 Cut-Off PDF (Active after 25 July 2026)
- Download Online Round (Govt/GIA) Cut-Off PDF (Active after 01 August 2026)
Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling Participating Institutes and Fees
Hundreds of degree engineering colleges situated across Gujarat such as Government Engineering Colleges, Government-Aided (GIA) Institutes and Self-Financed Institutions (SFI) are involved in ACPC B.Tech counselling in Gujarat. The institutes provide more than one engineering stream and fees differ among government and government-aided colleges and self-financed institutes. The types of institutions involved in ACPC B.Tech counselling are:
Government Engineering Colleges (GEC): Funded entirely by the Gujarat state government. The tuition fees of these institutions are lower as compared to any other category, so they are highly preferred. L. D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad; Government Engineering College, Surat; Government Engineering College, Gandhinagar; Vishwakarma Government Engineering College etc.
Government-Aided (GIA) Institutes: Partially funded by the state government. Fee structure is regulated and comparable to government colleges.
Self-Financed Institutes (SFI): Privately operated institutions. Fees are higher and vary by institute. Fee details are published in the ACPC seat matrix before the counselling rounds begin.
The complete and updated list of all participating institutes, their courses, available seats (including category-wise breakup), and fee details are published below.
Download Complete List of Participating Institutes with Fees PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the last date to register for Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026?
A. he last date to register, as well as to pay the fees for online registration, is 31 May 2026.
Q. Is GUJCET mandatory for Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling, or can I apply with JEE Main score?
A. ou can register with a valid GUJCET 2026 score or with a JEE (Main) 2026 score.
Q. I submitted my registration but the verifying officer raised a query on my documents. What should I do?
A. You do not need to register again. Login with your ACPC portal account and open the particular application. Click on the Query Redressal System in the left sidebar and click on Submit Your Query. Read the officer’s remark carefully, upload the correct valid document, and submit.
Q. How many choices should I fill during ACPC choice filling?
A. Fill the maximum number of choices available to you. There is no penalty for filling more choices. In fact, more choices increase your chances of getting a seat.
Q. If I get a seat in Round 1 but want a better seat, do I have to do anything?
A. ACPC counseling does not provide automatic upgrade. To receive an upgraded seat in the 2nd or 3rd Round you will need to cancel the Round 1 seat that was allocated to you within the cancellation window (26 June-2 July 2026) and attend the next rounds by participating accordingly.
Q. Is it mandatory to submit original documents to the institute after getting admission?
A. Original documents are not required to be submitted to any college for admission. Whether in management seats or other ways, they can be retained at home but you are required to show their self-attested photocopies if requested by the institute.
Q. What is the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme and who is eligible?
A. The Tuition Fee Waiver scheme provides free tuition fee to all the students eligible to receive it. The eligibility for TFW is the income below 8 lakh from all the sources of family. You are required to produce valid Income Certificate issued from concerned Govt Authority (Such as Jan Seva Kendra, Collector Office or Mamlatdar/TDO office) during the online registration.
Q. What happens if I miss the token fee payment deadline after getting a seat allotment?
A. If you do not pay the token tuition fee within the stipulated window after seat allotment, your seat is automatically cancelled. You will not be able to recover that specific allotment. You may still participate in subsequent rounds if available, but your Round 1 (or whichever round) allotment will be permanently forfeited. Always pay the token fee immediately after the allotment result, do not wait until the last day.
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Rajesh Mishra is an admission counsellor and the founder of GLN Admission Advice Pvt. Ltd. with more than 16 years of experience in student counselling and admission guidance. He has worked with thousands of students and parents seeking clarity in complex admission processes across India.
His guidance approach is practical, transparent, and strategy focused. Rajesh Mishra helps families understand counselling systems, admission rules, and college selection in simple language so they can make informed decisions.
Through GLN Admission Advice, he provides guidance for Medical, AYUSH, Engineering, MBA, PGDM, and Law admissions, and regularly shares content to help students understand counselling procedures, cutoff trends, and common mistakes during admission counselling.