The REAP Eligibility criteria for 2026 will include Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as major subjects in Class 12th. Candidates can also opt for the Biology paper in 12th, but only as an optional subject.
- Like every year, the REAP 2026 counselling will begin in May. The entire process will be completed in eight rounds.
- For the preparation of the REAP 2026 merit list, priority will be given to JEE (Mains)/NATA marks and Class 12th marks.
- Final year students appearing for the Class 12th Board exam in 2026 are also eligible for REAP 2026 counselling registration.
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Key Summary
- Candidates fulfilling the REAP eligibility criteria 2026 must pay a registration fee of INR 590 (Including GST).
- No corrections in the REAP 2026 application form will be provided by the examination authority.
- There is no upper age limit to participate in the REAP 2026 counselling process.
- No separate domicile will be required for other state students if they belong to either of the three groups: Group I/Group II/Group III.
What is REAP Eligibility Criteria 2026?
The minimum qualification criteria for participating in the counselling process are called the REAP eligibility criteria 2026.
If you are applying with JEE Main marks along with your Class 12th result, a separate merit list will be prepared by the Centre for Electronic Governance on behalf of the Department of Technical Education, Rajasthan.
REAP Eligibility 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full form of REAP | Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process |
| Qualifying Exam | Class 12th/ JEE Mains/NATA or 3-year Diploma Course |
| Minimum Marks for General | 45% aggregate marks in Class 12th Board |
| Minimum Marks for Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/PwD of Rajasthan) | 40% aggregate marks in Class 12th Board |
| Lower Age Limit | Born on or after October 1, 2001 (Tentative) |
REAP Eligibility Criteria 2026: Educational Qualifications
Educational Qualifications for B.E/B.Tech:
- Candidates must have passed class 12th from a recognised board.
- Must hold a Diploma in Engineering and Technology.
Minimum Marks Criteria:
- For general category students, the minimum aggregate marks required in class 12th is 45%.
- For other reserved castes, including SC/ST/OBC-NCL, students must have passed class 12th with at least 40% aggregate marks.
Educational Qualifications for B.Arch
For admission in B.Arch. Courses at a private or government engineering college in Rajasthan, some important REAP eligibility criteria are:
- Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as major subjects.
- Must have passed +2 along with a Diploma course in Engineering and Technology.
Note: NATA or JEE Main Paper 2A scorecard will be mandatory for applying for REAP 2026.
REAP Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit
The lower age limit for participating in REAP 2026 is that candidates must be born on or after October 01, 2001.
- This age limit is tentative and may change in the REAP official notification for 2026.
- Relaxation will be given to the reserved category, including SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- The Centre for Electronic Governance will provide a 5-year relaxation to reserved-category students.
REAP Eligibility 2026: Domicile Criteria
For seat allocation, the CEG follows a strict eligibility criterion in REAP. The merit list will be prepared in two categories.
- Rajasthan State Candidates: Must have a valid domicile of Rajasthan state. The majority of seats (approx 85% of total seats) will be reserved for Rajasthan state students in REAP 2026.
- Outside Rajasthan Candidates: Students belonging to outside Rajasthan are also eligible for REAP 2026. Reserved category students from other states will be considered under the General category in the REAP merit list. The seat allocated under this category will be approx 15% of the total.
Candidates who will fulfil any of these domicile criteria given below can apply for REAP 2026:
- Group A: Candidate or any of his/her parents must be a resident of Rajasthan.
- Group B: Candidates must have been consistently residing in Rajasthan for at least Classes 10th, 11th, and 12th.
- Group C: Candidate who is the son/daughter of either serving or retired officials from the Rajasthan state government.
REAP Eligibility Criteria 2026: Reservation Policies
REAP 2026 will have a reservation of seats for applicants belonging to different categories as per the statutory provisions of the state of Rajasthan.
- For admissions through the reservation, the applicant will have to meet the criteria specified as per the category selected.
- Only those applicants who meet the reservation criteria will be allotted seats as per the category.
| Category of Applicants | Percentage of Allotment |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 12% |
| Non-Creamy Layer (OBC) | 21% |
| Non-Creamy Layer (SBC) | 5% |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 3% |
| Women | 25% |
| Dependents of Defence Killed/Ex-Servicemen/Gallantry Award Winners | 3% |
Source: REAP 2026 Reservation Policies
REAP 2026 Eligibility Criteria: Required Documents
Once the seats are allotted, candidates are required to provide the original along with self-attested photocopies of the following documents during document verification:
- AADHAR Card/Valid Identity Proof
- Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate (For Date of Birth Proof)
- Class 12th Marksheet & Certificate
- JEE Mains Scorecard (If applicable)
- NATA Scorecard (For B.Arch. admissions)
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (If applicable)
- Income Certificate (For TWFS)
- Medical Fitness Certificate
Source: REAP 2026 Documents Required
FAQs
Ques: What is the application fee for REAP 2026?
Ans: The official notification for REAP 2026 has not been released on the REAP official website. Based on past trends, the application fee would be INR 590 (INR 500 + GST). The fee is subject to change in the official notification for REAP 2026.
Ques: What are the minimum marks required in Class 12 for eligibility?
Ans: Candidates need at least 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying subjects. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC-Non Creamy Layer/MBC/PwD from Rajasthan) require 40%.
Ques: Is there an age limit to apply for REAP 2026?
Ans: No, there is no age limit for admission to B.E./B.Tech courses through REAP 2026.
Ques: Does REAP 2026 require JEE Main or any entrance exam?
Ans: No separate entrance exam is conducted for REAP. Merit is based primarily on JEE Main 2026 scores (given priority) or Class 12 marks for candidates without a valid JEE score.
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