REAP Counselling Fees 2026 is something every candidate and parent needs to understand clearly before starting the registration process. REAP has several parts to its fee structure, which are to be paid at different stages of the counselling process, and some of them are non-refundable while others are adjustable. Knowing this in advance helps you avoid unpleasant surprises during counselling.
In this article, we have cover all possible parts that include the fee structure while counseling for REAP 2026.
Registration Fee for REAP 2026
The first fee any candidate pays is the application cum registration fee.
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Base Registration Fee | Rs. 750 |
| GST (18%) | Rs. 135 |
| Total | Rs. 885 |
The fees mentioned has to be paid online and the form will be active after that. It can be done through net banking, debit card, credit card and UPI.
This fee is completely non-refundable and non-transferable. Even if you register but do not get a seat or choose not to participate further, the fee is not returned. If you want to participate in multiple counselling modes under REAP, you pay Rs. 885 separately for each mode.
Exception: If money is paid for the form but there is a failure for form submission, for technical reasons you can claim the refund through charge back process.
Seat Acceptance Fee in REAP 2026
After a seat is allotted to you in any round, you must pay the seat acceptance fee to confirm your reporting.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount | Rs. 10,000 |
| When to Pay | At the time of online reporting after first-time allotment |
| Mode | Through the REAP 2026 portal |
| Refundable | Yes, refunded to source bank account minus applicable processing charges on withdrawal |
| Adjustment | Amount is adjusted against the final college fee of the ultimately reported institution |
The seat acceptance fee is paid separately for TFWS, Out of Rajasthan, and main counselling if you participate in multiple modes. However, the amounts are adjusted against the final college fee.
For upward movement reporting in subsequent rounds, no new seat acceptance fee is required. The fee already paid continues to apply.
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) in REAP 2026
The TFWS scheme provides fee relief for economically weaker but meritorious candidates.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Annual income of parents from all sources does not exceed Rs. 8 lakh |
| Seats Available | Up to 5% of approved intake per course (supernumerary) |
| Fee Benefit | Tuition fee as approved by State Level Fee Committee is waived |
| Other Fees | All fees other than tuition fee must be paid by the candidate |
| Applicable To | Institutions where minimum 50% of approved intake was filled last academic year |
| Branch Change | Once allotted under TFWS, the candidate cannot change the institute or course under any circumstances |
TFWS allotment happens in Rounds 1, 2, and 3 of REAP 2026.
College Fee at the Time of Physical Reporting
While you report at the institute you are finally admitted at, you have to deposit an installment of the college fees. This amount will differ for each institute and is determined by the State Level Fees Committee (SLFC).
The college fees may include tuition fees, development fees, exam fees, other charges as prescribed by SLFC, etc. Fee structure will be different for government, autonomous and private colleges.
For complete and updated college-wise fee details, download the official document below:
Download REAP 2026 College Fees Structure: Download PDF
Refund Policy for REAP 2026
| Situation | Refund Treatment |
|---|---|
| Registration fee (Rs. 885) | Non-refundable under all circumstances |
| Seat acceptance fee, if withdrawn before physical reporting | Refunded to source account minus processing charges |
| Withdrawal on or before AICTE’s last date for full fee refund | Full refund from allotted institute as per AICTE guidelines |
| Candidature rejected during online or physical reporting | Treated as withdrawn; full refund applicable minus processing charges |
| Candidate fails to report physically on time | Treated as withdrawn |
| Specially conditionally reported candidate with no further allotment | Treated as rejected; full fee refund minus processing charges |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the total registration fee for REAP 2026?
A. Rs. 885 which includes Rs. 750 as the base fee + Rs. 135 as GST @ 18%.
Q. Is the REAP registration fee refundable?
A. No. The registration fee is non-refundable under all circumstances once the registration is completed. If a technical failure prevents form submission after fee payment, a bank chargeback may be claimed.
Q. What is the seat acceptance fee in REAP 2026?
A. Rs. 10,000, paid at the time of online reporting after first allotment. This amount is later adjusted against the college fee.
Q. Do I pay the seat acceptance fee again for upward movements?
A. No. The seat acceptance fee is paid only once for the first main allotment in each counselling mode. Upward movement reporting does not require a fresh payment.
Q. What is the income limit under TFWS?
A. Parents’ annual income from all sources should not be above Rs. 8 lakh to be eligible for TFWS seats.
Q. Under TFWS is full fee waived off?
A. No, only tuition fee is waived off, other fees such as exam fees, development fees etc. Are to be paid by the candidate.
Q. Can I get the money refunded after paying the college fee?
A. College fee refund shall be according to AICTE norms. Refund of money shall be fully made before last date stipulated by AICTE, after which deduction is applied.
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.
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.