IIT Kanpur MTech 2026 application: Tentative window, fees, eligibility and key dates to apply

IIT Kanpur MTech 2026 application opens via TCS portal with a tentative window from March 25–April 10, 2026; portal reportedly went live on March 19. Know fees, eligibility and last-date details.

Edited by Prashant Kulkarni

Updated March 30, 2026 3:30 AM

    IIT Kanpur MTech 2026 application

    IIT Kanpur will activate the MTech 2026 application link via the TCS portal — tentatively from March 25 to April 10, 2026 . The portal was also reportedly opened earlier on March 19, 2026 at 02:00 PM .

    Apply online through the official institute/TCS portal. The process is based on GATE scores , with departments applying further shortlisting or selection as needed.

    IIT Kanpur MTech 2026 application — key dates

    The timeline has a couple of reported windows. Note both entries below and confirm on the official IIT Kanpur site before you submit.

    Event Date
    Application portal opens (reported) March 19, 2026 (02:00 PM)
    MTech application link active (tentative) March 25 – April 10, 2026
    Last date to apply (article) April 13, 2026 (02:00 PM)
    Deadline for degree completion (provisional admission) July 27, 2026

    IIT Kanpur MTech 2026 application — fees & eligibility

    Application fees are reported as follows.

    Category Fee
    General / EWS / OBC / OBC-NCL ₹500
    SC / ST / PwD ₹250

    Eligibility highlights you must know:

    • Admission is primarily based on a valid GATE score . Departments may shortlist or hold additional selection rounds.
    • Final-year students who will complete their degree by July 27, 2026 are eligible for provisional admission.
    • All candidates must apply online via the official IIT Kanpur / TCS application portal.

    How to apply (quick checklist)

    1. Keep your GATE scorecard and degree/semester certificates ready.
    2. Register or login on the TCS application portal linked from the IIT Kanpur website.
    3. Fill programme and personal details, upload documents, and pay the fee online.
    4. Note timestamps — the portal activity and deadlines are reported with 02:00 PM timestamps.

    What’s not yet published

    IIT Kanpur has not publicly released the detailed seat matrix, programme-wise cutoffs, departmental selection procedures, or application correction/refund rules in the reports reviewed here. Check the official institute portal for those details.

    FAQs

    When will the IIT Kanpur MTech 2026 application link be active? A: The link is tentatively active March 25–April 10, 2026 ; the portal was also reported open on March 19, 2026 (02:00 PM) .
    What is the last date to submit the application? A: One report lists April 13, 2026 (02:00 PM) as the last date, while the active window is reported till April 10 . Verify the final deadline on the official portal.
    How much is the application fee? A: ₹500 for General/EWS/OBC/OBC-NCL and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD.
    What is the selection criterion? A: Selection is based on GATE scores , followed by departmental shortlisting or other selection stages as decided by departments.
    Are final-year students eligible? A: Yes. Students expected to complete their degree by July 27, 2026 can apply for provisional admission.
    Where should I apply? A: Apply only via the official IIT Kanpur / TCS application portal linked on the institute website.

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