| Updated On - Jul 15, 2026
JAC Chandigarh has opened the Round 2 choice filling window for BE, B.Arch, Integrated BE (Chemical) and MBA admissions 2026. Eligible candidates can lock preferences at jacchd.admissions.nic.in from July 15 to July 17, 2026.
The Joint Admission Committee Chandigarh (JAC Chandigarh) has opened Round 2 choice filling for the JAC Chandigarh 2026 counselling. The facility is live on the official portal at jacchd.admissions.nic.in. Candidates can add, edit, and reorder their college and branch preferences from July 15, 2026.
The Round 2 choice filling window closes on July 17, 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment was declared on July 10, 2026, while the last date for Round 1 fee payment was July 13, 2026.
Round 2 is meant for candidates who did not accept a Round 1 seat. It is also open to Round 1 allottees who want to secure a better college or branch. The direct candidate login is available on the JAC Chandigarh applicant portal.
JAC Chandigarh 2026 Round 2 Key Dates
| Event | Date |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 10, 2026 |
| Round 1 Fee Payment Deadline | July 13, 2026 |
| Round 2 Choice Filling Window | July 15 to July 17, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | To be announced |
Who Can Take Part in JAC Chandigarh Round 2 Choice Filling?
All candidates registered for JAC Chandigarh 2026 counselling can take part in Round 2. Candidates must hold a valid JEE Main 2026 scorecard and must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board.
Fresh registration is not open during the Round 2 stage. Candidates who did not receive a seat in Round 1 can refill their choices without paying any additional fee. Round 1 allottees can select the float or upgrade option to try for a better seat.
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Programmes and Institutes Under JAC Chandigarh 2026
JAC Chandigarh conducts joint admissions to major technical institutes in Chandigarh. The counselling covers BE, B.Arch, Integrated BE Chemical, and MBA programmes. Admissions are based on JEE Main 2026 scores and the candidate’s Class 12 qualifying marks.
The participating institutes operate under Panjab University and the Chandigarh Administration. Each institute follows its own eligibility and admission rules under the common counselling process. Candidates should check the respective institute brochure, seat matrix, and eligibility criteria before locking their choices.
Also Check: List of Top Colleges in India Accepting JAC Chandigarh Based on 2026 Ranking
How to Fill Choices for JAC Chandigarh 2026 Round 2?
- Visit the official portal at jacchd.admissions.nic.in.
- Click on the candidate login link available on the homepage.
- Enter the application number, password, and security pin.
- Open the choice filling and locking tab on the dashboard.
- Add preferred colleges and branches.
- Arrange the choices according to the final order of preference.
- Lock the choices before July 17, 2026.
- Download the choice-locking slip for future reference.
Choices that remain unlocked after the deadline will be automatically locked by the system. Candidates should carefully verify every college and branch before submitting the final list. An incorrect or incomplete preference list can reduce the chances of receiving a preferred seat in the Round 2 allotment.
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Round 2 usually sees the biggest movement in JAC Chandigarh counselling. Many Round 1 seats get released after fee defaults. A well planned choice list can secure a much better branch this round.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in to jacchd.admissions.nic.in without any delay.
- Study the Round 1 cutoffs before finalising your list.
- Add every acceptable college and branch as an option.
- Rank choices with your top preference at number one.
- Lock your choices well before July 17, 2026.
- Save a PDF copy of the locked choice list.
The Round 2 seat allotment result is expected soon on jacchd.admissions.nic.in. Candidates should track the portal for the exact allotment and fee payment dates.
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