Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Main Campus Shalimar, Srinagar, has opened registration for Online UG Counselling 2026-27. Candidates seeking admission to the university’s undergraduate programmes are required to register for online counselling and submit their programme preferences through their Student Dashboard.
According to the official counselling notice issued by the Academic Section, Office of the Registrar, SKUAST-K, the registration process commenced on August 22, 2026, and candidates can complete the process until August 25, 2026.
The university has specifically stated that registration is mandatory and free for candidates seeking admission to its UG programmes. Only candidates who complete the registration process will be considered for counselling.
Registration Window for UG Counselling
The registration window for SKUAST-K UG online counselling 2026-27 is scheduled from August 22 to August 25, 2026.
Candidates are required to complete the registration and preference-submission process within the specified period. The university has advised applicants not to miss the deadline, as only registered candidates will be considered for the counselling process.
The notice clearly mentions that candidates should complete their registration before August 25, 2026.
Candidates Must Submit Programme Preferences
During the registration window, candidates are required to submit their preferred undergraduate programmes in the order of priority.
This means applicants need to carefully arrange their programme choices according to their preference while completing the online counselling process through the Student Dashboard.
The submission of programme preferences is one of the key requirements mentioned in the official notice for candidates seeking admission to UG programmes at SKUAST-K.
Self-Finance Option Available
The university has also provided candidates with the option to exercise the programme-wise Self Finance (SF) option during the registration window.
Candidates interested in the Self Finance option can indicate their choice while submitting their programme preferences.
SKUAST-K has clarified that selecting the Self Finance option is separate and will not debar a candidate from a Non-Self Finance seat. Therefore, exercising the Self Finance option does not prevent a candidate from being considered for a Non-Self Finance seat.
Applicants are required to consider the available options carefully while completing their counselling preferences.
Category Details Can Be Updated
The official notice also allows candidates to update their category particulars, if required, during the registration period.
Candidates who need to make changes or provide updated category-related particulars can do so through the prescribed online counselling process within the registration window.
The university has included this facility as part of the registration process for UG counselling 2026-27.
Registration Is Mandatory and Free
SKUAST-K has emphasized that registration for the online UG counselling process is mandatory and free.
The notice carries a specific instruction stating that only registered candidates will be considered for counselling. Candidates seeking admission to the university’s UG programmes therefore need to ensure that they complete the online registration process within the notified deadline.
The registration process is intended for candidates seeking admission to UG programmes of SKUAST-K for the 2026-27 academic session.
How to Register for SKUAST-K UG Counselling
Candidates are required to register for online counselling and submit their programme preferences through their Student Dashboard.
The admission portal mentioned in the official notice is:
https://skuastkashmir.in/IUMS/applicant/
Candidates can access the admission portal through the provided link and complete the required registration and preference-submission process.
The notice also provides a QR code under the instruction “Scan • Register • Submit Your Preferences”, directing candidates towards the admission portal.
Applicants should complete the required steps during the notified registration period and ensure that their programme preferences are submitted in the desired order of priority.
Important Dates for Candidates
The important dates and instructions mentioned in the official notice are as follows:
- Registration starts: August 22, 2026
- Registration deadline: August 25, 2026
- Registration fee: Free
- Registration: Mandatory
- Programme preferences: To be submitted in order of priority
- Self Finance option: Programme-wise option available
- Category particulars: Can be updated, if required
- Counselling eligibility: Only registered candidates will be considered
- Academic session: UG Admissions 2026-27
Candidates should ensure that they complete the registration process before the deadline specified by the university.
Official Notice Details
The notice has been issued by the Academic Section, Office of the Registrar, SKUAST-K, Shalimar, Srinagar, 190025 (J&K).
The notice is signed by Prof. Azmat Alam Khan, Registrar.
The document carries the number No. AU/Acad./2026/U-09/8611-26 and is dated August 20, 2026.
The official contact details mentioned in the notice include registrar@skuastkashmir.ac.in and dracad@skuastkashmir.ac.in. The university website listed in the notice is www.skuastkashmir.ac.in.
Candidates Advised Not to Miss the Deadline
With the registration window closing on August 25, 2026, candidates seeking admission to SKUAST-K UG programmes are required to complete the online counselling registration within the stipulated period.
Applicants must submit their programme preferences in order of priority and exercise the programme-wise Self Finance option, where applicable. They may also update their category particulars if required.
Since the university has stated that only registered candidates will be considered for counselling, completing the registration process within the notified window is essential for candidates seeking consideration in the UG counselling process for the 2026-27 academic session.