CCMN 2026 Admission for M.Sc./M.Sc.(Tech.) is open for candidates with a valid JAM 2026 score. The Centralized Counselling for M.Sc./M.Sc.(Tech.) Admissions (CCMN) 2026, coordinated by NIT Agartala, offers admission to various postgraduate science and technology programmes in NITs, IIEST Shibpur, and other participating institutes.
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Overview of CCMN 2026
CCMN 2026 provides a single-window centralized counselling platform for admission to full-time M.Sc. and M.Sc.(Tech.) programmes based on JAM 2026 ranks. The process includes Regular Rounds, Special Rounds, and a National Spot Round (NSR) to fill vacant seats. Candidates can register, fill choices, and participate in multiple rounds of seat allotment.
CCMN 2026 Important Dates
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Phase – I: Schedule for Regular Rounds of CCMN 2026
| Activities | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration, Fee Payment and Online Choice Filling | Friday, 15 May, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) | - |
| Last date for Registration unlocking by candidate | - | Friday, 5 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Online Registration and Fee Payment by UPI/Debit/Credit card/Net Banking | - | Friday, 5 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for resolution of issues related to fee payment | - | Monday, 8 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date of Online Choice Filling and locking of choices by the candidate | - | Monday, 8 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Automatic Locking of saved choices (if choices not locked by the candidate) | - | Monday, 8 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Announcement of Round-1 Seat Allotment | Friday, 12 June, 2026 | - |
| Payment of Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF), Document uploading (online), specifying willingness (Freeze/Float/Slide), and withdrawal | Friday, 12 June, 2026 | Wednesday, 17 June, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | Friday, 12 June, 2026 | - |
| Deadline for Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | - | Wednesday, 17 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any queries raised during online document verification, Process related to willingness/withdrawal | - | Friday, 19 June, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Announcement of Round-2 Seat Allotment | Monday, 22 June, 2026 | - |
| Payment of Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF), Document uploading (online) (candidates allotted seat for the first time in this round), specifying/updating willingness (Freeze/Float/Slide), and withdrawal | Monday, 22 June, 2026 | Wednesday, 24 June, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Online Document Verification (for candidates allotted seat for the first time in this round) by officers of Allotted Institute | Monday, 22 June, 2026 | - |
| Deadline for Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | - | Wednesday, 24 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any queries raised during online document verification, Process related to willingness/withdrawal | - | Thursday, 25 June, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Announcement of Round-3 Seat Allotment | Saturday, 27 June, 2026 | - |
| Payment of Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF), Document uploading (online) (candidates allotted seat for the first time in round-3), and withdrawal | Saturday, 27 June, 2026 | Tuesday, 30 June, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Online Document Verification (for candidates allotted seat for the first time in this round) by officers of Allotted Institute | Saturday, 27 June, 2026 | - |
| Deadline for Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | - | Wednesday, 1 July, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any queries raised during online document verification, Process related to withdrawal | - | Wednesday, 1 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Payment of Partial Admission Fee online by candidates for confirmation of seat allotted during all regular rounds | Thursday, 2 July, 2026 | Monday, 6 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Online Withdrawal from the Admitted Institute | Thursday, 2 July, 2026 | Monday, 6 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
Phase – II: Tentative Schedule for Special Rounds of CCMN 2026
| Activities | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement of vacant seats at CCMN web portal | Monday, 13 July, 2026 | - |
| Start of Online Registration for Special Round, Payment of Registration and Participation Fee (online) and Online Choice Filling | Tuesday, 14 July, 2026 | - |
| Last date of Online Registration for Special Round, Payment of Registration and Participation Fee (online) | - | Saturday, 18 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any fee payment/registration issue | - | Monday, 20 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date of Online Choice Filling and Locking by the candidate | - | Monday, 20 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Automatic Locking of saved choices (if choices not locked by the candidate) | - | Monday, 20 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Announcement of Seat Allotment of Special Round-1 | Wednesday, 22 July, 2026 | - |
| Document uploading (online), specifying willingness (Freeze/Float/Slide), and withdrawal | Wednesday, 22 July, 2026 | Friday, 24 July, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | Wednesday, 22 July, 2026 | - |
| Deadline for Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | - | Friday, 24 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any queries raised during online document verification, Process related to willingness/withdrawal | - | Saturday, 25 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Announcement of Seat Allotment of Special Round-2 | Monday, 27 July, 2026 | - |
| Document uploading (online) (candidates allotted seat for the first time in Special round-2) and withdrawal | Monday, 27 July, 2026 | Wednesday, 29 July, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Online Document Verification (for candidates allotted seat for the first time in this round) by officers of Allotted Institute | Monday, 27 July, 2026 | - |
| Deadline for Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | - | Wednesday, 29 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any queries raised during online document verification, Process related to willingness/withdrawal | - | Wednesday, 29 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Online Withdrawal from the Admitted Institute | Sunday, 26 July, 2026 | Wednesday, 29 July, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
Phase – III: Tentative Schedule for National Spot Round CCMN 2026
| Activities | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement of vacant seats at CCMN web portal | Saturday, 01 August, 2026 | - |
| Start of fresh Registration Online for National Spot Round, Payment of Registration and Participation Fee (online) and Online Choice Filling | Saturday, 01 August, 2026 | - |
| Last date of Online Registration for National Spot Round, Payment of Registration and Participation Fee (online) | - | Tuesday, 04 August, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any fee payment/registration issue | - | Tuesday, 04 August, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| The last date of Online Choice Filling and Locking by the candidate | - | Tuesday, 04 August, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Automatic Locking of saved choices (if choices are not locked by the candidate) | - | Tuesday, 04 August, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Announcement of Seat Allotment of National Spot Round | Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 | - |
| Document uploading (online) (candidates allotted seat for the first time in NSR) | Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 | Friday, 07 August, 2026 (12:30 PM IST) |
| Online Document Verification (for candidates allotted seat for the first time in NSR) by officers of Allotted Institute | Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 | - |
| Deadline for Online Document Verification by officers of Allotted Institute | - | Saturday, 08 August, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Last date for Resolution of any queries raised during online document verification | - | Saturday, 08 August, 2026 (05:30 PM IST) |
| Physical Reporting at the Finally Allotted Institute physically and deposition of the Balance Fee | Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 | Tuesday, 11 August, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for CCMN 2026
- Must have a valid JAM 2026 score.
- Qualifying degree: Minimum 6.5 CGPA (60%) for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC and 6.0 CGPA (55%) for SC/ST/PwD.
- Only primary mode of evaluation (CGPA/Percentage) mentioned on the degree will be considered.
- Provisional admission allowed if result is awaited (all exams completed by 15 August 2026; final result by 30 September 2026).
- Programme-specific eligibility and special requirements apply (check Seat & Eligibility Matrix on official website).
Types of Fees in CCMN 2026
| Fee Type | Description | Amount (GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC) | Amount (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | Non-refundable (Regular Rounds) | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 |
| Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) | Adjustable towards institute fee | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Partial Admission Fee (PAF) | For seat confirmation | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Special Round Participation Fee | For SR participation | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 |
| NSR Participation Fee | For National Spot Round | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 |
Eligibility Criteria for CCMN 2026
- Must have a valid JAM 2026 score.
- Qualifying degree: Minimum 6.5 CGPA (60%) for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC and 6.0 CGPA (55%) for SC/ST/PwD.
- Only primary mode of evaluation (CGPA/Percentage) mentioned on the degree will be considered.
- Provisional admission allowed if result is awaited (all exams completed by 15 August 2026; final result by 30 September 2026).
- Programme-specific eligibility and special requirements apply (check Seat & Eligibility Matrix on official website).
Types of Fees in CCMN 2026
| Fee Type | Description | Amount (GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC) | Amount (SC/ST/PwD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | Non-refundable (Regular Rounds) | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 |
| Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) | Adjustable towards institute fee | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Partial Admission Fee (PAF) | For seat confirmation | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Special Round Participation Fee | For SR participation | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 |
| NSR Participation Fee | For National Spot Round | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 |
How to Apply for CCMN 2026 (Step-by-Step Process)
- Visit the official website ccmn.admissions.nic.in
- Register using JAM 2026 credentials.
- Pay Registration Fee and fill programme choices in order of preference.
- Lock choices before the deadline.
- Participate in seat allotment rounds.
- Pay Seat Acceptance Fee, upload documents, and complete online verification.
- Pay Partial Admission Fee for confirmation.
- Report physically to the Finally Allotted Institute (FAI).
Counselling Process: Regular, Special & National Spot Rounds
CCMN 2026 conducts three Regular Rounds, followed by two Special Rounds and one National Spot Round (NSR). Candidates can opt for Freeze, Float, or Slide options. Online document verification is mandatory. Physical reporting occurs after the final round.
Documents Required for CCMN 2026
- JAM 2026 Scorecard
- Qualifying degree marksheets and certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID proof
- Passport-size photographs
- Declaration/Undertaking as per format
