Students allotted a seat in the IPU CET 2026 Phase 2 counselling must pay the counselling fee online at ipu.admissions.nic.in and confirm their seat by July 1, 2026, failing which the seat will be automatically cancelled.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) conducts the entire IPU CET 2026 counselling process online through its official admissions portal. The counselling participation fee of Rs 2,500 — comprising Rs 1,500 as the requisite fee and Rs 1,000 as the participation fee — is mandatory for all students registering for counselling. With the Phase 2 seat allotment result declared on June 30, 2026 (4 PM) for programs including BEd, BA (JMC), BCom (Hons), 4-year BA English and 4-year BA Economics, allotted students must complete the fee payment and seat confirmation by July 1, 2026.
- Counselling participation fee: Rs 2,500 (Rs 1,500 requisite fee + Rs 1,000 participation fee), non-refundable.
- Last date to pay and confirm seat for Phase 2 allottees: July 1, 2026.
- Payment is accepted online via net banking, debit card and credit card; an offline option is also available via Indian Bank challan.
- Phase 2 seat allotment (June 30) covers BEd, BA (JMC), BCom (Hons), 4-year BA English and 4-year BA Economics programs.
- Document verification at the allotted institute is scheduled for July 2, 2026.
| Direct Link — IPU CET 2026 Counselling Schedule and Notices (ACTIVE) — ipu.admissions.nic.in/schedule-notices |
IPU CET 2026 Counselling Fee Structure
IPU CET 2026 counselling involves two stages of fee payment. The first is the counselling participation fee paid at registration; the second is the part academic fee paid to confirm an allotted seat. Both must be completed within the deadlines published on the official portal.
| Fee Type | Amount | When to Pay | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counselling Participation Fee | Rs 2,500 (Rs 1,500 requisite + Rs 1,000 participation) | At counselling registration | No |
| Part Academic Fee (Seat Confirmation) | As specified in individual allotment letter (varies by program) | After seat allotment; by the round deadline | Partially, as per GGSIPU refund policy |
The Rs 2,500 counselling fee is non-refundable regardless of whether a seat is allotted or accepted. The part academic fee amount for your specific program will be mentioned in your allotment letter — log in to ipu.admissions.nic.in to check the exact figure before making the payment.
How to Pay IPU CET 2026 Counselling Fee Online
The counselling fee payment is completed entirely through the official GGSIPU admissions portal. Follow the steps below to register, pay the fee and confirm your allotted seat.
- Visit ipu.admissions.nic.in and click the counselling link for your program.
- Select New Registration if you have not registered before, or Login if you are already registered.
- For new registration: enter your IPU CET 2026 application number, date of birth and the required personal details.
- Proceed to the fee payment section on the registration page.
- Choose your preferred payment mode — net banking, debit card, credit card or offline challan.
- Complete the payment and wait for the payment confirmation page to load. Do not press back or close the browser tab during this step.
- Download and save the fee payment receipt from the portal immediately after confirmation.
- Complete your choice filling within the open window — registration is not complete without submitting your institute and program preferences.
- After Phase 2 seat allotment (June 30, 2026): log in again, review your allotted seat and click Confirm Seat / Pay Part Academic Fee to freeze the seat before July 1, 2026.
If your payment is deducted but the confirmation page does not appear, wait 24 hours for the transaction to reconcile before contacting the GGSIPU helpdesk. Do not initiate a second payment without confirming that the first has failed.
Accepted Payment Modes for IPU CET 2026 Counselling Fee
The portal supports both online and offline modes for the Rs 2,500 counselling fee. Online modes are recommended as they are processed instantly and carry no risk of missing the deadline due to bank delays.
| Payment Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Net Banking | All major nationalised and private sector banks supported on the payment gateway |
| Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard and RuPay debit cards accepted |
| Credit Card | Visa and Mastercard credit cards accepted |
| Offline — Indian Bank Challan | Download challan from the portal, deposit cash at the nearest Indian Bank branch and enter the transaction reference number online to complete registration |
Keep your bank’s OTP-linked mobile number active and accessible before starting online payment. If opting for the bank challan route, deposit the amount well before the deadline to ensure the reference number is updated on the portal in time.
IPU CET 2026 Phase 2 Counselling Schedule and July 1 Deadline
The table below shows the complete Phase 2 schedule for IPU CET 2026. July 1, 2026 is the final date for Phase 2 allottees to pay the seat confirmation fee and freeze their seat.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 Choice Filling Window | June 22 to June 28, 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Extended Last Date | June 29, 2026 (11 PM) |
| Phase 2 Seat Allotment Result | June 30, 2026 (4 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee and Confirm/Freeze Seat (Phase 2) | July 1, 2026 |
| Document Verification at Allotted Institute | July 2, 2026 |
Phase 2 seat allotment covers the following programs: BEd, BA (JMC), BCom (Hons), 4-year BA English and 4-year BA Economics. Students allotted seats in these programs must complete the online fee payment and seat confirmation by July 1. Students who miss this deadline will lose their Phase 2 allotted seat, which will be returned to the pool for subsequent rounds.
Next Steps After Paying the IPU CET 2026 Counselling Fee
After completing the fee payment, here is what you must do to finalise your IPU CET 2026 admission.
- Download and print your fee receipt from the portal right after payment confirmation — you will need it at document verification.
- Ensure your choice filling is submitted within the active window; choices must be saved before the portal closes for the round.
- After the Phase 2 allotment is published (June 30), log in and pay the part academic fee to freeze your seat before July 1, 2026.
- Collect original documents for verification: Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and pass certificates, IPU CET 2026 scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), valid identity proof and recent passport-size photographs.
- Report to the allotted institute on July 2, 2026 with originals and self-attested photocopies of all documents for the verification process.
- Students who confirm their Phase 2 seat may be eligible for a sliding round (upgrade to a better preference) in later rounds — check the official schedule at ipu.admissions.nic.in for sliding round dates and process.
IPU CET 2026 Counselling Fee FAQs
Ques. What is the IPU CET 2026 counselling fee amount?
Ans. The IPU CET 2026 counselling participation fee is Rs 2,500 — comprising Rs 1,500 as the requisite fee and Rs 1,000 as the participation fee. This amount is non-refundable and is paid once at the time of counselling registration at ipu.admissions.nic.in. A separate part academic fee (amount varies by program) must also be paid after seat allotment to confirm the seat.
Ques. What is the last date to pay the IPU CET 2026 counselling fee?
Ans. The counselling registration (Rs 2,500 fee) was extended to June 29, 2026 (11 PM). For students allotted a seat in Phase 2 (announced June 30, 2026), the last date to pay the seat confirmation fee and freeze the seat is July 1, 2026. Missing this deadline will lead to automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.
Ques. Is the IPU CET 2026 counselling fee refundable?
Ans. The Rs 2,500 counselling participation fee is non-refundable in all cases. The part academic fee paid to confirm a seat may be partially refunded if you withdraw within the deadline specified in the official GGSIPU refund policy. Check the refund schedule on ipu.admissions.nic.in for your program’s exact terms.
Ques. Which programs are included in IPU CET 2026 Phase 2 seat allotment?
Ans. The IPU CET 2026 Phase 2 seat allotment declared on June 30, 2026 covers BEd, BA (JMC), BCom (Hons), 4-year BA English and 4-year BA Economics programs. Students allotted seats in these programs must complete the fee payment and seat confirmation by July 1, 2026 and attend document verification on July 2, 2026.
Ques. Can I pay the IPU CET 2026 counselling fee offline?
Ans. Yes, an offline payment option is available via an Indian Bank challan. Download the challan from ipu.admissions.nic.in, deposit the Rs 2,500 at an Indian Bank branch and enter the transaction reference number on the portal. Online payment via net banking, debit card or credit card is strongly recommended to avoid processing delays close to the deadline.
Ques. What happens if I miss the July 1, 2026 deadline for the IPU CET 2026 counselling fee?
Ans. If you do not pay the seat confirmation fee and freeze your Phase 2 allotted seat by July 1, 2026, your seat will be automatically cancelled by GGSIPU and returned to the vacancy pool. You may remain eligible for later counselling rounds if seats are available — visit ipu.admissions.nic.in for the schedule of subsequent rounds.








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