The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Kashmir, through the Office of the Dean Academic Affairs, has issued an Admission Notice for Vacant Seats in various Undergraduate (UG) programmes for the Academic Session 2026.
Eligible candidates can apply for admission under Merit-Based Admissions as well as First-Come, First-Served Admissions, depending on the programme.
This is an excellent opportunity for students who wish to secure admission in IUST after the completion of the regular counselling process.
Merit-Based Admissions (Fresh Applications Invited)
Admissions to the following programmes will be made strictly on the basis of Class 12 merit (12th percentage).
Programmes
- Design Your Own Degree (DYoD)
- B.A. Political Science
- B.Sc. Zoology
Vacancy Category
- Sponsored Quota
Eligibility
Candidates must:
- Meet the eligibility criteria prescribed by the university.
- Submit a fresh application.
- Pay an application fee of ₹500.
- Attach the required sponsored quota documents as mentioned in the Admission Guidelines 2026.
Last Date
02 July 2026
First-Come, First-Served Admissions
IUST will also conduct admissions on a first-come, first-served basis for the following programmes under the Open Merit category.
Programmes
- B.Sc. Environmental Science
- B.Voc. Tourism and Hospitality Management
- B.Sc. Mathematical Sciences
- B.A. Journalism & Mass Communication
- B.A. Islamic Studies
- B.A. Arabic Language & Literature
- B.A. English
Admission Process
Interested candidates should personally report to the:
Office of the Dean Academic Affairs
IUST Campus, Awantipora
along with:
- Original documents
- Required certificates
- Documents mentioned in the Admission Guidelines 2026
Reporting Deadline
09 July 2026
(Reporting can be done on any working day except Saturdays and Sundays.)
Required Documents
Candidates are advised to keep the following documents ready:
- Class 10 Marks Certificate
- Class 12 Marks Certificate
- Character Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Sponsored Quota Documents (where applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
- Valid ID Proof
- Application Fee Receipt
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Merit-Based Application Last Date | 02 July 2026 |
| First-Come, First-Served Reporting Last Date | 09 July 2026 |
Why Apply to IUST?
IUST is among the leading universities in Jammu and Kashmir, offering quality education, experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, research opportunities, and strong industry exposure across various disciplines.
Students who could not secure admission during earlier counselling rounds should not miss this opportunity to apply for the available vacant seats.
Important Instructions
- Admissions will be conducted strictly according to the university guidelines.
- Candidates must ensure they fulfill the eligibility requirements before applying.
- Incomplete applications or failure to submit required documents may result in rejection.
- All other terms and conditions of the original admission notification shall remain applicable.
The IUST Admission Notice 2026 offers another opportunity for eligible students to secure admission to various undergraduate programmes. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadlines and keep all required documents ready for verification.