The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore has announced a revised schedule for the GATE COAP 2025 registration, now starting from May 17, 2025, instead of the earlier planned May 13. The Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) allows GATE-qualified candidates to secure MTech admissions at IITs/NITs and job offers from PSUs, all in one streamlined platform.
Candidates who appeared in GATE 2025, 2024, or 2023 are eligible to participate in this counselling and selection process.
GATE COAP 2025 Revised Schedule
| COAP Round | Start Date (10:00 AM) | End Date (09:00 AM) |
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| Round 1 | May 17, 2025 | May 20, 2025 |
| Round 2 | May 23, 2025 | May 26, 2025 |
| Round 3 | May 29, 2025 | June 2, 2025 |
| Round 4 | June 5, 2025 | June 8, 2025 |
| Round 5 | June 11, 2025 | June 14, 2025 |
From Round 6 onwards, only “Accept and Freeze” or “Reject” options will be available. A new Round 10 has been introduced for IITs continuing admissions beyond Round 9.
What is GATE COAP?
COAP is a centralised portal where candidates can view and accept offers from IITs, NITs, and PSUs based on their GATE scores. It ensures transparent allocation of seats and jobs, avoiding multiple acceptances and vacant positions.
Offer Options in GATE COAP 2025
In each round, candidates can choose one option from the offers presented:
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Accept and Freeze: Final selection. Candidate exits the process and takes the seat/job offer.
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Retain and Wait: Candidate holds the current offer and waits for better ones. This can be used only twice for the same offer.
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Reject and Wait: Candidate refuses all current offers and waits for future ones.
Important: Candidates must click Submit after making a selection. If no choice is submitted, it will be treated as a rejection.
How to Register for GATE COAP 2025
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Visit the official COAP portal: gate.iisc.ac.in/coap2025
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Enter your GATE registration details (from 2023/2024/2025)
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Complete personal and academic details
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Wait for Round 1 to begin on May 17 to start accepting offers
COAP only facilitates offer selection. Admission/application to IITs or PSUs must be completed separately on their respective portals.
Conclusion
The revised registration timeline for GATE COAP 2025 gives candidates additional time to prepare for one of the most critical decisions in their academic or professional journey. With opportunities ranging from MTech admissions in prestigious IITs to high-paying PSU jobs, COAP serves as the gateway to a bright future. Understanding your options—accept and freeze, retain and wait, or reject—is crucial to navigating each round with clarity.
Candidates must be strategic in their choices, ensure timely submissions, and monitor COAP updates regularly. With a new Round 10 added to the process, the portal now offers extended flexibility and chances for selection. Stay focused, review your goals, and leverage this platform to make the most of your GATE success.
FAQs – GATE COAP 2025
Who can apply through COAP 2025?
Candidates with valid GATE scores from 2023, 2024, or 2025.
Is there a limit to using “Retain and Wait”?
Yes, only twice for the same offer.
Can I accept multiple offers at once?
No, only one offer can be accepted in a given round.
What happens if I don’t respond in a round?
It’s counted as a rejection of all available offers in that round.
What is the official COAP 2025 website?
https://gate.iisc.ac.in/coap2025
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