| Updated On - Jun 1, 2026
JoSAA has released the 2026 counselling schedule at josaa.nic.in. Registration and choice filling begin June 2, 2026, across six rounds for IIT, NIT, IIIT and GFTI seats. Check the full timeline now.
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has released the JoSAA Counselling 2026 schedule. The schedule is available on the official website at josaa.nic.in. It was published on June 1, 2026.
The schedule confirms that registration and choice filling will begin on June 2, 2026. The counselling process will run through the following weeks. It will be conducted in six rounds of seat allotment.
JoSAA conducts joint admission counselling for premier engineering institutes. It allocates seats across IITs, NITs, IIITs and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Seats are allotted based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced 2026 ranks.
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Key Details
Candidates must register and fill their college and branch choices online. The seat allotment is then released in rounds. The table below shows the confirmed details from the schedule.
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) |
| Schedule release date | June 1, 2026 |
| Number of seat allotment rounds | Six |
| Participating institutes | IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs |
| Basis of allotment | JEE Main and JEE Advanced 2026 ranks |
| Official website | josaa.nic.in |
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Candidate Registration & Choice Filling Starts | June 2, 2026 |
| Mock Seat Allocation 1 | June 8, 2026 |
| Mock Seat Allocation 2 | June 10, 2026 |
| Registration & Choice Filling Ends | June 11, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 13, 2026 |
| Round 1 Fee Payment Last Date | June 26, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | June 30, 2026 |
| Round 2 Fee Payment Last Date | July 3, 2026 |
| Withdrawal Window (Round 2) | July 1–3, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | July 6, 2026 |
| Round 3 Fee Payment Last Date | July 8, 2026 |
| Withdrawal Window (Round 3) | July 7–8, 2026 |
| Round 4 Seat Allotment | July 10, 2026 |
| Round 4 Fee Payment Last Date | July 13, 2026 |
| Withdrawal Window (Round 4) | July 11–14, 2026 |
| Round 5 Seat Allotment (Final Round for IITs/IISc) | July 16, 2026 |
| Round 5 Fee Payment Last Date | July 20, 2026 |
| Final Query Resolution & End of IIT Counselling | July 21, 2026 |
| NIT+ Withdrawal Window | July 16–21, 2026 |
| Partial Admission Fee (PAF) Payment for NIT+ System | July 22–24, 2026 |
Who Is Eligible to Participate?
Candidates who qualified JEE Main 2026 can take part in JoSAA counselling. They are eligible for NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. Admission depends on the JEE Main rank and seat availability.
Candidates who qualified JEE Advanced 2026 are also eligible for IIT seats. They must meet the eligibility norms set by the institutes. These norms are listed in the official business rules on the JoSAA portal.
How to Register for JoSAA 2026 Counselling?
The registration and choice filling window opens on June 2, 2026. Candidates must complete the process within the given window. Follow the steps below to register.
- Visit the official website at josaa.nic.in.
- Log in using your JEE Main 2026 application number and password.
- Read the displayed instructions and business rules carefully.
- Fill in your academic and personal details as required.
- Select your preferred colleges and branches as choices.
- Arrange your choices in order of preference.
- Lock the choices and save the confirmation page.
How Does Seat Allotment Work?
JoSAA releases seat allotment results in six rounds. In each round, seats are allotted based on rank, choices and category. Candidates must respond to their allotment within the set window.
Allotted candidates can choose to freeze, float or slide their seat. They must pay the seat acceptance fee online. They also need to complete document verification as instructed.
JoSAA is the single platform for IIT, NIT, IIIT and GFTI admissions. One registration covers all these institutes. Missing the window can cost a candidate a seat.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official portal at josaa.nic.in.
- Download and read the full schedule and business rules.
- Confirm your eligibility for IIT, NIT, IIIT or GFTI seats.
- Keep your JEE login credentials and documents ready.
- Register and lock your choices before the deadline.
- Track each round result and respond on time.
Watch josaa.nic.in for round-wise allotment results and reporting dates. Check your login regularly for each round update.
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