Qualified GATE? Apply Now for MTech Courses and PSU Recruitment
COAP 2026 registration has started for candidates with valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026. Through COAP, students can view and accept MTech admission offers and PSU job opportunities. The first round of offers will be available from May 11 to May 13, 2026.
Candidates who have cleared the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering can now register for COAP 2026. The registration process has been started by Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, which is managing the portal this year.
The Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) allows candidates to track admission and job offers received through GATE scores. This platform helps students make decisions regarding MTech admissions and PSU recruitment from multiple institutes in one place.
However, candidates must remember that COAP registration is only for viewing and accepting offers. Students must apply separately to each institute or PSU where they wish to seek admission or employment.
Why COAP Matters For GATE Candidates
COAP plays an important role for students targeting postgraduate engineering programs and PSU jobs after GATE. Through this platform, candidates can check offers from leading institutes such as Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru and several Indian Institutes of Technology.
Instead of handling multiple admission decisions separately, COAP allows candidates to compare and choose the best available option within a fixed time window.
Who Can Register For COAP 2026
Candidates planning to register must meet the following requirements:
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Must have a valid GATE score from 2026, 2025, or 2024
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Only Indian citizens are eligible
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If a candidate has multiple GATE scorecards, the one with the best score or rank should be used
COAP 2026 Offer Round Schedule
The offer rounds will begin in May, and candidates must respond within the given timeline.
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Round 1: May 11 to May 13, 2026
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Final Round (Round 10): June 8 to July 10, 2026
Candidates should log in regularly during these rounds to check new offers and make their decision on time.
Institutes Participating In COAP 2026
Several prestigious institutes are participating in COAP this year. These include Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, and many other IITs across India.
These institutes offer admission to MTech programs based on GATE performance, and some PSUs also shortlist candidates through the same process.
Step-by-Step Process To Register For COAP 2026
Candidates can complete their registration by following these steps:
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Visit the official COAP website
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Click on the Register option available on the homepage
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Enter your GATE registration number, email ID, and mobile number
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Create a password and submit the details
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Log in to your account
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Fill in the required details in the COAP form
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Verify the information before final submission
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Download or print the confirmation page for future reference
Candidates who want admission into top engineering institutes or PSU jobs through GATE should complete the COAP registration and track the offer rounds carefully to avoid missing any opportunities.