JoSAA Counselling 2026 Registration Starts At 5 PM Today; Check Full Schedule
JoSAA Counselling 2026 registration begins today, June 2, at 5 PM. Candidates who qualified JEE Main or JEE Advanced can register online, fill institute and branch choices, and participate in the centralized seat allotment process for IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs.
JoSAA Counselling 2026 Registration Begins Today
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority will begin the JoSAA Counselling 2026 registration process today at 5 PM. Students who qualified JEE Main or JEE Advanced can participate in the counselling process for admission to undergraduate engineering programs.
Through JoSAA counselling, seats are allotted in IITs, NITs, IIITs and other Government Funded Technical Institutes. The final allotment depends on rank, category, seat availability and the order of choices submitted by the candidate.
JoSAA Counselling 2026 Important Schedule
Candidates should follow the official JoSAA schedule carefully. Choice filling and locking are important steps, and students should not wait until the last day to submit preferences.
| Event | Date / Time | Candidate Note |
|---|---|---|
| Registration And Choice Filling Begins | June 2, 2026, 5 PM | Candidates can register and start filling choices |
| Choice Filling Window | June 2 to June 11, 2026 | Fill IIT, NIT, IIIT and GFTI preferences carefully |
| Mock Seat Allotment 1 | June 8, 2026 | Based on choices filled till June 7 |
| Mock Seat Allotment 2 | June 10, 2026 | Helps students revise preferences before final locking |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | June 13, 2026 | First official allotment result will be declared |
Who Can Register For JoSAA Counselling 2026?
Candidates who qualified JEE Main 2026 can apply for admission to NITs, IIITs and GFTIs through JoSAA counselling. Candidates who qualified JEE Advanced 2026 can participate for IIT admission as well.
Students should check their rank, category, eligibility and institute-specific requirements before filling choices. Different institutes and programs may have separate eligibility rules.
NIT, IIIT And GFTI Admission
Qualified candidates can use JoSAA counselling for participating non-IIT institutes.
IIT Admission
JEE Advanced qualified candidates can fill choices for IIT programs.
Very Important
Seat allotment depends strongly on the order of college and branch preferences.
How To Register For JoSAA Counselling 2026
Candidates can register and fill their choices through the official JoSAA portal once the link is active. Students should keep JEE login details ready before starting the process.
- Visit the official JoSAA 2026 counselling portal.
- Click on the registration or login link available on the homepage.
- Login using JEE Main application details or JEE Advanced credentials.
- Enter the password and security pin as required.
- Check personal details, rank and category information displayed on the screen.
- Select preferred institutes and branches in order of priority.
- Review the complete choice list carefully before saving.
- Save and lock the choices before the deadline.
- Download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
How JoSAA Seat Allotment Works
JoSAA seat allotment is based on multiple factors, including candidate rank, category, seat availability and the order of choices filled during counselling. The process is conducted in multiple rounds.
Candidates should fill choices in genuine preference order instead of only looking at closing ranks. A well-planned list can help students avoid missing better options during allotment.
| Factor | Role In Seat Allotment |
|---|---|
| Candidate Rank | Higher rank improves chances of preferred institute and branch allotment |
| Category | Reservation category affects seat pool and eligibility |
| Choice Order | Allotment follows the order in which candidates submit preferences |
| Seat Availability | Seats available in each program determine final allotment |
| Institute Eligibility | Some programs may require specific academic eligibility or exam qualification |
What Are Mock Seat Allotments?
JoSAA releases mock seat allotments before the first official round so that candidates can understand how their choices may translate into possible seat allotment. These mock lists are based on choices filled up to a specific date.
The first mock allotment will be released on June 8 based on choices filled till June 7. The second mock allotment will be released on June 10. Candidates can use these results to revise their preferences before final locking.
June 8
Based on choices filled till June 7 and useful for early preference review.
June 10
Gives another chance to understand possible allotment before final choice locking.
Choice Planning
Mock allotments help candidates adjust their college and branch preference list.
Documents To Keep Ready For JoSAA Counselling
Candidates should keep all important documents ready before registration and seat allotment rounds. The final document list should be checked from the official JoSAA portal.
- JEE Main scorecard
- JEE Advanced scorecard, if applicable
- JEE admit card
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 marksheet
- Photo ID proof
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Passport-size photographs
- Seat allotment letter, after release
What Candidates Should Do Before Choice Filling
Choice filling is one of the most important stages of JoSAA counselling. Candidates should prepare a list of preferred institutes and branches before logging in.
| Before Filling Choices | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Check rank and category | Helps shortlist realistic institute and branch options |
| Review previous year cut-offs | Gives an idea of possible admission chances |
| Compare branches | Students should balance interest, career scope and institute preference |
| Prepare a long choice list | More choices may improve chances of allotment |
| Check institute location and fees | Helps avoid later confusion after seat allotment |
JoSAA 2026 Timeline
FAQs On JoSAA Counselling 2026
When does JoSAA Counselling 2026 registration start?
JoSAA Counselling 2026 registration starts today, June 2, 2026, at 5 PM.
Who can participate in JoSAA counselling?
Candidates who qualified JEE Main or JEE Advanced can participate depending on the institute and program eligibility.
Which institutes are covered under JoSAA counselling?
JoSAA counselling covers IITs, NITs, IIITs and other Government Funded Technical Institutes.
When will JoSAA first mock allotment be released?
The first mock seat allotment will be released on June 8, 2026, based on choices filled till June 7.
When will JoSAA second mock allotment be released?
The second mock allotment will be released on June 10, 2026.
When is JoSAA Round 1 seat allotment result?
Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled to be declared on June 13, 2026.
Why is choice order important in JoSAA counselling?
Seat allotment depends on rank, category, availability and the order of college and branch choices filled by the candidate.
