Srinagar: The Directorate of Admissions & Competitive Examinations, University of Kashmir, has issued Circular-I regarding admissions to various 12th-based undergraduate and integrated programmes for the academic session 2026. The notification outlines important guidelines, eligibility requirements, entrance tests, and admission procedures for aspiring candidates.
The University has announced that admission notifications for 5-Year Integrated Master’s Programmes and other UG courses based on 12th qualification will be issued shortly. Students seeking admission are advised to carefully read and follow the instructions mentioned in the circular.
Admissions 2026: Programmes Covered
Admissions will be offered to various undergraduate and integrated programmes offered by the University of Kashmir. The selection process will be based on different criteria, including national-level entrance tests, university-level entrance tests, and other specified eligibility norms.
Candidates are advised to apply for programmes strictly as per their interest and eligibility.
Important Instructions for Applicants
1. Keep Required Documents Ready
Applicants must ensure that they have the following documents ready before applying:
- Marks Certificate of the Qualifying Examination
- Domicile Certificate
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Character Certificate
- Provisional Certificate
- Reserved Category Certificate (if applicable)
The University has clearly stated that “Certificates under process” will not be entertained under any circumstances.
2. Sports Category Admissions
Candidates applying under the Sports Category must contact the Director, Physical Education and Sports, University of Kashmir with original International/National/UT level sports certificates for verification.
Key points:
- Verification of sports certificates is mandatory.
- Sports certificates must be issued by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, University of Kashmir.
- Certificates must be verified within the stipulated date and time.
- Only verified certificates will be considered valid for admission under the Sports Category.
Admission on the Basis of National-Level Tests
Admission to certain programmes will be based on scores obtained in national-level entrance examinations conducted by designated agencies.
Below are the programmes and corresponding entrance tests:
| Sr. | Programme | Test/Examination |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Tech | JEE (Main) – Best of Two |
| 2 | IMBA (BBA-MBA) | UGAT |
| 3 | B.Pharm | JKBOPEE |
| 4 | Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) | NCET |
Candidates are advised to remain in contact with the respective test-conducting agencies and ensure their scores are valid and up-to-date.
If seats remain vacant in any of these programmes, the University may conduct its own entrance test. A separate notification will be issued in such cases.
KU Entrance Test (University Level)
For certain programmes, admissions will be conducted on the basis of the University of Kashmir Entrance Test (KUET). The detailed notification regarding these tests will be issued separately by the University.
Applicants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding syllabus, application forms, important dates, and other details.
Admission Schedule 2026
As per the circular:
- Admissions based on 12th qualification are expected to start from March 2026.
- For programmes where admissions depend on national-level test results, notifications will be issued immediately after declaration of results by the concerned agencies.
Students are encouraged to remain vigilant and prepare required documents well in advance.
Official Website for Updates
All admission-related details, including:
- Online Application Forms
- Entrance Test Syllabus
- Previous Year Question Papers
- Date Sheets
- Admission Policy
- Reservation Policy
- Fee Structure
- Admission Procedure
will be available on the official website of the University of Kashmir:
👉 www.kashmiruniversity.net
👉 www.kashmiruniversity.ac.in
Candidates are advised to rely only on official sources for authentic and updated information.
Key Highlights at a Glance
- Admissions for 12th-based UG and Integrated programmes to begin soon.
- Application process likely to start from March 2026.
- Selection based on National-Level Tests and KU Entrance Test.
- Sports Category candidates must complete certificate verification.
- “Certificate under process” will not be accepted.
- Separate notifications will be issued for each programme.
Advisory for Students
The University of Kashmir has emphasized that candidates must carefully read admission notifications once officially released. Incomplete applications or missing documents may lead to rejection.
Students are advised to:
- Keep scanned copies of all required documents ready.
- Regularly visit the official website.
- Track national-level entrance test results if applicable.
- Apply within the stipulated time to avoid last-minute issues.
The issuance of Circular-I marks the beginning of the admission process for the academic session 2026 at the University of Kashmir. With multiple programmes available across disciplines, students across Jammu & Kashmir and beyond are expected to apply in large numbers.
Further detailed admission notifications will be issued shortly by the Directorate of Admissions & Competitive Examinations.
Stay tuned for updates.
