| Updated On - Aug 7, 2026
CSAB has released the Special Round 1 opening and closing ranks 2026 at admissions.nic.in/csabspl. Candidates can now check cutoffs for NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. Reporting closes on August 11, 2026.
The Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) has issued the Special Round 1 cutoff 2026. The opening and closing ranks are now live online. Candidates can view them at the official portal admissions.nic.in/csabspl. The cutoff covers seats across NITs, IIITs, IIEST, SPAs and other GFTIs.
The cutoff data lists All India CRL Ranks for each allotted seat. Candidates use these ranks to gauge their allotment position. The portal allows filtering by institute type, institute name and academic programme. Both fresh allottees and upgrade cases can view their status.
The CSAB Special Round fills seats left vacant after JoSAA counselling. It runs across two rounds every admission cycle. This year, the schedule started with registrations in early August. The current round is expected to be followed by Round 2 shortly.
| Direct Link: CSAB Special Round 1 Cutoff 2026 Out |
CSAB 2026 Round 1 Cutoff
| Institute | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| NIT Trichy | 450 | 1,200 |
| NIT Warangal | 650 | 1,400 |
| NIT Surathkal | 350 | 950 |
| NIT Calicut | 880 | 2,100 |
| MNIT Jaipur | 580 | 1,650 |
| NIT Rourkela | 720 | 1,850 |
| NIT Delhi | 1,100 | 16,428 |
| NIT Patna | 1,937 | 20,028 |
| NIT Allahabad (MNNIT) | 686 | 5,727 |
| NIT Bhopal (MANIT) | 936 | 11,272 |
| NIT Durgapur | 1,661 | 13,777 |
| NIT Hamirpur | 11,295 | 15,859 |
| NIT Agartala | 82,416 | 86,666 |
| NIT Silchar | 87,610 | 201,899 |
| NIT Meghalaya | 149,045 | 149,045 |
| NIT Nagaland | 33,352 | 60,506 |
| NIT Goa | 43,581 | 61,555 |
| NIT Puducherry | 66,771 | 89,510 |
| NIT Raipur | 21,295 | 24,202 |
| IIIT Allahabad | 68 | 6,926 |
How to Check CSAB Special Round 1 Cutoff 2026?
The cutoff tool on the CSAB portal is easy to use. Candidates can filter results in a few clicks. Follow the steps listed below to check the ranks.
- Visit the official portal at admissions.nic.in/csabspl.
- Select Special Round 1 from the round dropdown menu.
- Choose the institute type such as NIT, IIIT or GFTI.
- Pick the institute name and the academic programme.
- Click the search button to view the opening and closing ranks.
- Save or download the details for future reference.
Also Check: CSAB Special Round 1 Allotment Result 2026 Released; Check Reporting Deadline
CSAB Special Round 1 2026 Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Date | August 6, 2026 |
| Cutoff Release Portal | admissions.nic.in/csabspl |
| Reporting Window | August 6 to August 11, 2026 |
| Participating Institutes | NITs, IIITs, IIEST, SPAs, other GFTIs |
| Login Credentials | JEE Main Application Number and Password |
| Rank Type Displayed | All India CRL Rank |
Understanding the Two Cutoff Categories
The Special Round 1 cutoff lists two candidate types. The first is New or Fresh Allottee. This covers candidates receiving their first seat in the Special Round.
The second is Upgraded or Seat Upgraded. The upgraded category covers candidates who earlier reported at a JoSAA Round 5 institute and have now moved to a better preferred seat.
All ranks displayed are Common Merit List (CRL) ranks.
Also Check: JoSAA 2026 Round 5 Opening and Closing Ranks Out at josaa.nic.in
Reporting Fee for CSAB Special Round 1 2026
Allotted candidates must pay the Special Round Enrollment Fee (SREF) to confirm their seat. The fee varies by category and includes a non-refundable processing charge.
| Category | Total Fee | Non-Refundable Processing Charge |
| General, OBC-NCL, EWS | Rs 40,000 | Rs 5,000 |
| SC, ST, PwD | Rs 19,000 | Rs 5,000 |
Payment must be made online using net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. The fee is adjusted against the institute fee at final admission.
The CSAB Special Round is the last major counselling window for the NIT plus system. It fills seats left vacant after all JoSAA rounds. Candidates who skip this round lose their final chance at these premier institutes for the academic year.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in to admissions.nic.in/csabspl using your JEE Main credentials.
- Check your allotted institute, branch and category rank details.
- Compare your rank with the released opening and closing ranks.
- Pay the Special Round Enrollment Fee before the reporting deadline.
- Complete online reporting and upload the required documents on the portal.
- Wait for further reporting instructions from your allotted institute.
CSAB will announce the Round 2 seat allotment result soon after Round 1 reporting closes. Waiting list candidates should check the portal daily for updates.
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