JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result Live Updates: The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has officially released the Round 1 Seat Allotment Result for JoSAA 2026 today June 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM on the official website josaa.nic.in. Candidates who registered and filled their choices for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs can now check their seat allotment status using their JEE Main 2026 or JEE Advanced 2026 for IIT-registered candidates application number and password.
This year’s seat matrix stands at 67,323 seats an increase of 4,470 seats compared to last year. Out of these 64,219 are regular seats and approximately 3,104 are female supernumerary category seats specifically created to increase female enrollment in engineering programmes. The online reporting fee payment, document upload and query response window runs from June 13 to June 26, 2026 till 5:00 PM candidates must act within this window or their seat will be permanently cancelled with no consideration in future rounds.
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JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Result Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Authority | Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) |
| Result Released | June 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Mock Allotment 1 | June 8, 2026 |
| Mock Allotment 2 | June 10, 2026 |
| Choice Filling Closed | June 11, 2026 |
| Total Seats 2026-27 | 67,323 (↑ 4,470 from last year) |
| Regular Seats | 64,219 |
| Female Supernumerary Seats | 3,104 |
| Institutes Covered | 114 (23 IITs + 31 NITs + 26 IIITs + 34 GFTIs) |
| Reporting + Fee Payment Window | June 13–26, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Round 2 Result Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Round 2 Confirmation Window | June 30 – July 3, 2026 |
| Total Rounds | 5 |
| Official Website | josaa.nic.in |
Result Status: Released on June 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Total Seats: 67,323 (64,219 Regular + 3,104 Female Supernumerary)
Increase vs Last Year: +4,470 seats
Institutes Covered: 114 — 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, 34 GFTIs
Online Reporting & Fee Payment: June 13–26, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Round 2 Result: June 30, 2026
Choice Filling: CLOSED (June 11)
Official Website: josaa.nic.in
Also Check: JoSAA 2026 Mock Allotment Round 2 OUT LIVE: Choice Filling Last Date, Full Schedule
How to Check JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result Step by Step
- Go to the JoSAA 2026 website josaa.nic.in
- Click on the link marked Allotment Result 1 on the homepage
- Log in using your JEE Main 2026 Roll Number and Password
- If you registered for JEE Advanced use your JEE Advanced 2026 password instead of JEE Main credentials
- Click on the given link to view your seat allotted based on your submitted choices
- Your allotment letter will display: candidate name, application number, JEE roll number allotted institute, branch/programme, category and seat type
- Download and save your allotment letter required for reporting
Pro Tip: The josaa.nic.in server gets extremely heavy traffic on result day. If the page does not load immediately, try refreshing after 5–10 minutes rather than repeatedly clicking. Alternatively try accessing the result during early morning hours when traffic is lower.
JoSAA 2026 Round 1 What Happens Next: Freeze, Float or Slide
After receiving the seat allotment result every candidate who has been allotted a seat must choose one of three options before the reporting deadline
| Option | What It Means | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Freeze | Accept the current seat permanently | You are OUT of further rounds admission confirmed at this institute/branch |
| Float | Accept current seat BUT remain eligible for upgrade | If a better seat per your choice order is available in Round 2 you get upgraded if not current seat is retained |
| Slide | Stay in the SAME institute only upgrade to a better branch within that institute | You remain at the same IIT/NIT/IIIT but may move to a higher-preference branch in later rounds |
Strategy guidance
- If you are satisfied with your allotted institute and branch choose Freeze
- If you want a chance at a better institute/branch in later rounds while keeping your current seat as backup choose Float
- If you’re happy with the institute but want a better branch there choose Slide
Critical reminder: Choice filling closed on June 11, 2026. Your locked preference order is now FINAL it cannot be edited. However, Freeze/Float/Slide options after each round still give you meaningful control over your final outcome.
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JoSAA 2026 Online Reporting Process (June 13–26)
Once you have selected Freeze/Float/Slide complete these reporting steps before June 26, 2026, 5:00 PM
- Pay the seat acceptance fee online through the JoSAA portal
- General/OBC-NCL/EWS: ₹35,000
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹15,000
- Upload required documents for verification see checklist below
- Respond to any queries raised by document verification officers within the deadline
- Print your final reporting receipt for your records
Missing the June 26, 5 PM deadline means your seat is PERMANENTLY CANCELLED and you will NOT be considered in any future round of JoSAA 2026 counselling. Treat this as a hard non negotiable deadline.
Documents Required for JoSAA 2026 Online Reporting
Every certificate specifically Category certificates (OBC-NCL/EWS issued after April 1, 2026) and the mandatory medical certificate must match the precise templates uploaded on the official JoSAA portal.
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 / JEE Advanced 2026 Scorecard | Mandatory |
| Class 10 Marksheet | Serves as formal Date of Birth proof keep ready to prevent category pool errors |
| Class 12 Marksheet & Passing Certificate | Mandatory eligibility proof |
| Category Certificate (OBC-NCL/EWS) | MUST be issued after April 1, 2026 older certificates will be rejected |
| PwD Certificate | If applicable from authorised medical board |
| Medical Fitness Certificate | As per JoSAA-prescribed template mandatory |
| Aadhaar Card | Identity verification |
| Passport-size Photographs | 6–8 copies |
| Seat Acceptance Fee Payment Receipt | Generated after payment |
Important warning: Ensure your Class 10 sheet is ready to serve as formal proof for your Date of Birth verification failure to provide this can result in a sudden shift to the ‘Open/General’ category pool losing your reserved category benefit.
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JoSAA 2026 Complete 5-Round Schedule
| Round | Mock/Result Date | Reporting/Confirmation Window |
|---|---|---|
| Mock Allotment 1 | June 8, 2026 | Choices editable until June 9, 5 PM |
| Mock Allotment 2 | June 10, 2026 | Choices editable until June 11 |
| Choice Filling Closed | June 11, 2026 | Final lock |
| Round 1 Result | June 13, 2026, 10 AM | June 13–26, 2026 (5 PM) |
| Round 2 Result | June 30, 2026 | June 30 – July 3, 2026 |
| Round 3 Result | July 2026 | 3-day window |
| Round 4 Result | July 2026 | 3-day window |
| Round 5 Final Result | July 2026 | Final window |
Candidates who did not get admission in Round 1 or who selected Float/Slide can participate in Round 2 and subsequent rounds automatically.
JoSAA 2026 Seat Acceptance Fee and Withdrawal Rules
| Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹35,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹15,000 |
Withdrawal/Refund rules
- If you withdraw after paying the seat acceptance fee JoSAA deducts ₹3,000 as a processing fee and refunds the rest
- If you upgrade to a better seat in a later round via Float your fee from the earlier round is adjusted against the new allotment no double payment required
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JoSAA 2026 Seat Matrix Why 67,323 Seats This Year
The total seat matrix stands at 67,323 seats an increase of 4,470 seats compared to last year. This expansion reflects
| Category | 2026 Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Seats | 64,219 | Across all categories |
| Female Supernumerary Seats | 3,104 | Extra seats created specifically to boost female enrollment does NOT reduce general seat availability |
| Total | 67,323 | +4,470 vs 2025 |
The female supernumerary scheme adds additional seats over and above the regular capacity at each institute meaning female candidates have access to both regular seats competing with all candidates AND these bonus seats competing only among female applicants significantly improving admission chances for female engineering aspirants.
What If You Are Not Satisfied with Your Round 1 Allotment?
| Situation | Recommended Action |
|---|---|
| Got a seat but want better institute/branch | Choose Float stay in pool for upgrade in Round 2 |
| Got a seat in preferred institute but wrong branch | Choose Slide same institute, better branch possible |
| Did not get any seat | No action needed automatically considered in Round 2 with same choice list |
| Completely unhappy, want to exit | Withdraw ₹3,000 deducted from paid fee rest refunded |
| Happy with current allotment | Choose Freeze and complete reporting admission confirmed |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result released? The JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result was released on June 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM on josaa.nic.in.
Q2. How do I check my JoSAA 2026 Round 1 result? Visit josaa.nic.in → click “Allotment Result 1” → log in with JEE Main 2026 or JEE Advanced 2026 for IIT-registered candidates roll number and password → view your allotted seat.
Q3. What is the deadline for online reporting after Round 1? The online reporting, fee payment and document upload window is from June 13 to June 26, 2026, till 5:00 PM. Missing this deadline cancels your seat permanently.
Q4. What are Freeze, Float, and Slide in JoSAA 2026? Freeze = accept seat permanently and exit further rounds. Float = accept seat but remain eligible for upgrade to a better institute/branch. Slide = stay at the same institute but try to upgrade to a better branch within it.
Q5. How many total seats are available in JoSAA 2026? A total of 67,323 seats are available 64,219 regular seats and approximately 3,104 female supernumerary seats an increase of 4,470 seats compared to last year.
Q6. When is JoSAA 2026 Round 2 result? JoSAA Round 2 seat allotment result will be released on June 30, 2026 with confirmation window from June 30 to July 3, 2026.
Q7. What is the seat acceptance fee for JoSAA 2026? General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates pay ₹35,000. SC/ST/PwD candidates pay ₹15,000.
Q8. Can I withdraw after paying the JoSAA seat acceptance fee? Yes, partially. If you withdraw after paying, JoSAA deducts ₹3,000 as a processing fee and refunds the rest.
Q9. Can I edit my choices after JoSAA 2026 Round 1 result? No. Choice filling closed on June 11, 2026. Your locked preference order is final. However Freeze/Float/Slide options after each round give you control over your seat decisions.
Q10. What documents are mandatory for JoSAA 2026 reporting? Key documents include JEE scorecard Class 10 marksheet DOB proof Class 12 marksheet/certificate category certificate OBC-NCL/EWS issued after April 1, 2026 medical fitness certificate per JoSAA template Aadhaar and photographs.
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About JoSAA
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) conducts a centralised computerised seat allocation process for admission to 114 premier engineering institutes across India 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 34 GFTIs for the academic year 2026-27. A single registration and choice-filling process covers all participating institutes with admission based on JEE Advanced rank (for IITs) and JEE Main rank (for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs) conducted across 5 rounds of seat allotment with built-in Freeze/Float/Slide flexibility for candidates.
Last Updated: June 13, 2026 | Source: josaa.nic.in
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