JoSAA 2026 Counselling Registration Starts: The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has officially opened JoSAA 2026 counselling registration from June 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM at josaa.nic.in one day after the JEE Advanced 2026 result was declared on June 1, 2026. JoSAA 2026 will conduct six rounds of seat allotment for admission to over 70,000 undergraduate seats across 135+ premier engineering institutes including 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 50+ Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) continuing till the last week of July 2026.
All candidates who have qualified JEE Advanced 2026 for IIT admission or JEE Main 2026 for NIT/IIIT/GFTI admission must register on josaa.nic.in immediately. The Round 1 seat allotment result is on June 13, 2026 which means candidates have approximately 11 days to register fill choices and participate in mock allotments before the first seat offers are released.
JoSAA 2026 Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Authority | Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) |
| JEE Advanced Result | Declared June 1, 2026 |
| Registration Opens | June 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 13, 2026 |
| Total Rounds | 6 rounds of JoSAA + CSAB for leftover seats |
| Counselling Ends | Last week of July 2026 |
| Institutes | 23 IITs + 31 NITs + 26 IIITs + 50+ GFTIs |
| Total Seats | 70,000+ undergraduate seats |
| IIT Admission Basis | JEE Advanced 2026 rank (AIR) |
| NIT/IIIT/GFTI Basis | JEE Main 2026 rank |
| Official Website | josaa.nic.in |
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JoSAA 2026 Complete Schedule All Important Dates
The JoSAA seat allocation for round 1 will be released on June 13, 2026. Counselling will begin on June 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM and continue till last week of July 2026.
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced 2026 Result | June 1, 2026 |
| JoSAA Registration + Choice Filling Opens | June 2, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| AAT 2026 Registration | June 1–2, 2026 |
| AAT 2026 Exam | June 4, 2026 |
| AAT 2026 Result | June 8, 2026 |
| Mock Seat Allotment Round 1 | June 2026 after registration opens |
| Mock Seat Allotment Round 2 | June 2026 |
| Last Date — Registration & Choice Filling | To be announced |
| JoSAA Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 13, 2026 |
| Round 1 Online Reporting + Fee Payment | June 13–17, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | June 18–20, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | June 23–25, 2026 |
| Round 4 Seat Allotment | June 28–30, 2026 |
| Round 5 Seat Allotment | July 3–5, 2026 |
| Round 6 Seat Allotment | July 8–10, 2026 |
| CSAB Special Round | After Round 6 |
| JoSAA Counselling Ends | Last week of July 2026 |
These are based on previous year patterns and confirmed dates. Always verify the complete official schedule on josaa.nic.in once published.
JoSAA Registration Opens: June 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM at josaa.nic.in
Round 1 Seat Allotment: June 13, 2026
Total Rounds: 6 rounds + CSAB
Institutes Covered: 23 IITs + 31 NITs + 26 IIITs + 50+ GFTIs = 135+ institutes
Total Seats: 70,000+ B.Tech seats
Eligible: JEE Advanced 2026 qualified (IITs) + JEE Main 2026 qualified (NITs/IIITs/GFTIs)
Official Website: josaa.nic.in
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JoSAA 2026 Eligibility Who Can Participate?
For IIT Admission JEE Advanced rank required:
- Must have qualified JEE Advanced 2026 with a valid All India Rank (AIR)
- Must have passed Class 12 with minimum 75% aggregate marks (General/OBC/EWS)
- SC/ST/PwD candidates need minimum 65% aggregate marks in Class 12
- Must have Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in Class 12
- Born on or after October 1, 2001 October 1, 1996 for PwD
For NIT / IIIT / GFTI Admission (JEE Main rank required)
- Must have qualified JEE Main 2026 Session 1 or Session 2 with a valid rank
- Must have passed Class 12 with minimum 75% aggregate marks (General/OBC/EWS)
- SC/ST/PwD candidates need minimum 65% aggregate marks in Class 12
- OR must be in the top 20 percentile of their respective board examination
- Must have Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in Class 12
Critical note: The 75% Class 12 criteria is mandatory for ALL JoSAA participating institutes including NITs and IIITs not just IITs. Candidates who do not meet this requirement are NOT eligible for seat allotment even if their JEE rank is high.
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How to Register for JoSAA 2026 Step by Step
- Visit the official website josaa.nic.in
- Click on “Candidate Registration” or “New Registration”
- Select your category: JEE Advanced for IITs or JEE Main for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs or Both
- Enter your JEE Main / JEE Advanced Application Number
- Enter your Date of Birth and Password
- Complete OTP verification on registered mobile and email
- Log in to your JoSAA 2026 candidate portal
- Upload required documents see document checklist below
- Pay the JoSAA seat acceptance fee pre-payment required
- Proceed to Choice Filling
Important: Registration and choice filling open together. Do not delay registration start the process on June 2 itself.
JoSAA 2026 Seat Acceptance Fee
A pre-payment of seat acceptance fee is mandatory before choice locking
| Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹35,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹15,000 |
This fee is adjusted against the admission fee at the allotted institute. It is refundable if you withdraw before the final round. It is non-refundable if you do not report to your allotted institute after accepting the seat.
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JoSAA 2026 Choice Filling How to Fill Choices Strategically
Choice filling is the most critical step in JoSAA counselling. Here is how to do it right
Step 1 — Research previous year opening and closing ranks Use the JoSAA website’s previous year data section. For every institute branch combination you want check the closing ranks for the last 3 years.
Step 2 — Create three categories of choices
- Reach choices (10–15%): Institutes where your rank is slightly above the closing rank low chance but worth trying
- Realistic choices (50–60%): Institutes where your rank comfortably falls within the closing rank range
- Safe choices (25–30%): Institutes where your rank is well within the closing range near-certain allotment
Step 3 — Fill 15–25 choices minimum More choices = more chances. Never fill fewer than 15 choices. The computer algorithm will give you the best possible seat among all your choices based on your rank and availability.
Step 4 — Order choices correctly Put your most preferred choice FIRST even if it’s a reach. The algorithm tries to give you your highest-ranked choice first. If unavailable it moves to your second choice and so on.
Step 5 — Lock choices before deadline Choices are NOT automatically locked. You must manually click “Lock Choices” before the deadline. Unlocked choices are not considered in seat allotment.
Critical rule: Once choices are locked, they CANNOT be changed or reshuffled for that round. Plan carefully before locking.
Understanding JoSAA 2026 Round Options Float, Freeze, Surrender
After each round of seat allotment candidates who receive a seat have three options
| Option | Meaning | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Float | Accept current seat AND remain in pool for better seat in next round | If better seat available in round 2 based on your choices → automatically upgraded if not → current seat held |
| Freeze | Accept current seat and STOP participating in further rounds | Seat is confirmed you exit JoSAA |
| Surrender | Reject current seat and exit JoSAA | All fees forfeited no future participation |
Strategy tip: Choose Float in early rounds (1–4) to keep upgrade chances alive. Switch to Freeze once you get a seat you are happy with. Never choose Surrender unless you plan to opt out completely.
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JoSAA 2026 Participating Institutes Complete List
23 IITs Admission via JEE Advanced rank:
IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT BHU Varanasi, IIT Indore, IIT Mandi, IIT Patna, IIT Bhubaneswar, IIT Gandhinagar, IIT Jodhpur, IIT Tirupati, IIT Palakkad, IIT Dharwad, IIT Bhilai, IIT Jammu, IIT Goa, IIT Dhanbad (ISM), IIT Ropar
31 NITs Admission via JEE Main rank:
NIT Trichy, NIT Warangal, NIT Surathkal, NIT Calicut, NIT Rourkela, NIT Allahabad (MNNIT), NIT Jaipur (MNIT), NIT Kurukshetra, NIT Nagpur (VNIT), NIT Surat (SVNIT), NIT Hamirpur, NIT Silchar, NIT Patna, NIT Durgapur, NIT Jamshedpur, NIT Agartala, NIT Manipur, NIT Meghalaya, NIT Mizoram, NIT Nagaland, NIT Puducherry, NIT Sikkim, NIT Srinagar, NIT Uttarakhand, NIT Delhi, NIT Goa, NIT Andhra Pradesh, NIT Arunachal Pradesh
26 IIITs Admission via JEE Main rank:
IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Allahabad, IIIT Gwalior, IIIT Jabalpur, IIIT Kancheepuram, IIIT Kota, IIIT Lucknow, IIIT Manipur, IIIT Nagpur, IIIT Pune, IIIT Ranchi, IIIT Sonepat, IIIT Sri City, IIIT Tiruchirappalli, IIIT Una, IIIT Vadodara, IIIT Bhagalpur, IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Dharwad, IIIT Kalyani, IIIT Kilohrad, IIIT Surat + others
50+ GFTIs Admission via JEE Main rank:
IIEST Shibpur, NIFFT Ranchi, NIT Agartala, Sant Longowal Institute, SLIET Punjab, and 50+ other Government Funded Technical Institutes
JoSAA 2026 Documents Required Complete Checklist
Upload scanned copies during registration and carry originals for reporting
| Document | Mandatory For |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced 2026 scorecard | IIT admission |
| JEE Main 2026 scorecard | NIT/IIIT/GFTI admission |
| Class 10 certificate | Date of birth proof |
| Class 12 marksheet | Eligibility verification |
| Class 12 passing certificate | Board certification |
| Category certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS) | Reserved category seats |
| PwD certificate (authorised medical board) | PwD category |
| Aadhaar card | Identity verification |
| Passport-size photographs (6–8) | Admission formalities |
| JoSAA declaration form | Downloaded from josaa.nic.in |
| DS certificate | Defence Service quota if applicable |
| J&K migration certificate | J&K quota if applicable |
OBC-NCL certificate must be current year — certificates from previous years are NOT accepted. If your certificate is old, get a fresh one before JoSAA reporting begins.
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IIT Branch Wise JoSAA 2025 Closing Ranks Reference for 2026
Use these to plan your choice filling strategy for 2026
| IIT | Branch | 2025 Closing Rank (CRL) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 65 |
| IIT Bombay | Electrical Engineering | 150 |
| IIT Bombay | Mechanical Engineering | 700 |
| IIT Delhi | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 120 |
| IIT Delhi | Electrical Engineering | 250 |
| IIT Madras | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 150 |
| IIT Kanpur | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 200 |
| IIT Kharagpur | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 300 |
| IIT Roorkee | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 450 |
| IIT BHU | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 800 |
| IIT Hyderabad | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 900 |
| IIT Guwahati | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 1,000 |
| IIT Indore | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 1,500 |
| IIT Mandi | Computer Science (B.Tech) | 2,500 |
| Newer IITs (Tirupati, Palakkad, etc.) | CSE | 5,000–15,000 |
NIT Branch Wise JoSAA 2025 Closing Ranks Reference for 2026
| NIT | Branch | 2025 Closing Rank (Home State) |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy | Computer Science | 1,100 |
| NIT Warangal | Computer Science | 1,300 |
| NIT Surathkal | Computer Science | 1,500 |
| NIT Calicut | Computer Science | 2,000 |
| NIT Rourkela | Computer Science | 2,500 |
| MNNIT Allahabad | Computer Science | 3,000 |
| NIT Trichy | Electronics & Communication | 2,500 |
| Any NIT | Mechanical / Civil | 15,000–50,000 |
Home state quota typically has slightly higher closing ranks (more competition). Other state quota is less competitive. Female supernumerary seats close at higher ranks due to fewer total female seats.
Common Mistakes to Avoid in JoSAA 2026
Mistake 1 — Not registering on Day 1 Registration and choice filling open together. Delay means less time to research, plan and fill choices carefully.
Mistake 2 — Filling too few choices Candidates who fill only 3–5 choices risk getting no seat in early rounds. Fill at least 15–20 choices.
Mistake 3 — Forgetting to LOCK choices Choices must be manually locked. Many candidates forget and their preferences are not considered. Set a reminder.
Mistake 4 — Not using Float option strategically Choosing Freeze too early means missing upgrade opportunities in later rounds with the same fee already paid.
Mistake 5 — Missing document submission deadline After seat allotment, there is a strict reporting and document submission window. Missing it means losing the seat even a top IIT seat.
Mistake 6 — OBC-NCL certificate not current year This is the most common disqualification reason. Ensure your OBC-NCL certificate is from the current financial year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does JoSAA 2026 registration start? JoSAA 2026 registration opens on June 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM at josaa.nic.in one day after JEE Advanced 2026 result declaration.
Q2. When is JoSAA 2026 Round 1 seat allotment? Round 1 seat allotment result will be released on June 13, 2026 at josaa.nic.in.
Q3. How many rounds does JoSAA 2026 have? JoSAA 2026 consists of 6 rounds of seat allotment. After Round 6, any remaining vacant seats are filled through CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) special rounds.
Q4. Can JEE Main qualified candidates participate in JoSAA 2026? Yes. JEE Main 2026 qualified candidates can participate in JoSAA 2026 for admission to NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. IIT seats are exclusively for JEE Advanced 2026 qualified candidates.
Q5. What is the minimum Class 12 percentage required for JoSAA 2026? General/OBC/EWS candidates need minimum 75% aggregate in Class 12. SC/ST/PwD candidates need 65%. Alternatively, candidates in the top 20 percentile of their board are also eligible.
Q6. What is the JoSAA 2026 seat acceptance fee? General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹35,000 as seat acceptance fee. SC/ST/PwD candidates pay ₹15,000. This amount is adjusted against the final admission fee at the allotted institute.
Q7. What is the difference between Float, Freeze, and Surrender in JoSAA? Float means accept current seat and stay in pool for upgrade. Freeze means accept current seat and exit further rounds. Surrender means reject current seat and exit JoSAA entirely fees forfeited.
Q8. Can I change my choices after locking in JoSAA 2026? No. Once choices are locked they cannot be reshuffled or changed for that round. Make sure your choice order is final before clicking “Lock Choices.”
Q9. What happens to seats not filled after all 6 JoSAA rounds? Seats remaining vacant after all 6 JoSAA rounds are offered through CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) special rounds for NIT/IIIT/GFTI seats. IIT vacant seats are NOT offered in CSAB.
Q10. What rank is needed for IIT Bombay Computer Science? Based on JoSAA 2025 data IIT Bombay Computer Science (B.Tech) closed at approximately AIR 65 for the General-CRL category in the final round. This is one of the most competitive seats in the country.
About JoSAA
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) is jointly established by the Ministry of Education (MoE) and operates through a consortium of IITs on behalf of all 135+ participating institutes. JoSAA conducts a single, centralised, transparent computerised seat allocation process for admissions to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs based on JEE Advanced and JEE Main ranks. JoSAA eliminates the need for candidates to appear for multiple counselling processes a single registration covers all 135+ institutes simultaneously. The process is designed to be fair, efficient and transparent, with all opening and closing ranks published publicly after each round.
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