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The official JoSAA data verification, reconciliation, and validation process is scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026. During this one-day period, JoSAA authorities internally verify and validate the candidate data and choices submitted prior to the registration deadline. The JoSAA Round 1 seat allocation result for 2026 will be released on June 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Once declared, candidates can check their allotment status by logging into the JoSAA Official Website.

JoSAA 2026 counseling is currently underway, with the registration and choice-filling window open until June 11, 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment will be announced on June 13, 2026. Candidates can participate, fill choices, and check their mock allotment results on the Official JoSAA Website.

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) is conducting counseling for admissions to 138 institutes, including IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.

• Mock Allocation 1: Published today, June 8, at 2:00 PM (based on choices filled by June 7).
• Mock Allocation 2: Will be displayed on June 10, at 1:00 PM (based on choices filled by June 9).

JOSAA 2026 Mock Seat Allotment II

How to Check Mock Seat Allotment

To check your mock seat allotment status, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Official JoSAA Website.
2. Click on the link for “Mock Seat Allocation Result” on the homepage.
3. Log in using your JEE Main Roll Number and Password (If registered for JEE Advanced, use your Advanced password).
4. View the seat allotted based on your current choice order.

What is the Purpose of Mock Allotments?

Mock allotments are trial rounds intended to show where your rank currently lands among your filled choices. Because they are not final, the following rules apply:

• You are not obligated to accept the trial seat, and it will not affect your final allotment.
• You can rearrange, add, or delete your choices after reviewing the results.
• Crucial Step: The choice filling window officially closes on June 11 at 5:00 PM, after which choices will be system-locked. Make sure to finalize your preference list before this deadline.

Upcoming Important Dates:

• June 10 (1:00 PM): Mock Seat Allotment II
• June 11 (17:00 IST): Candidate registration and choice filling ends (Auto-locking takes effect).
• June 13: Actual Round 1 Seat Allocation.

The JoSAA 2026 counselling and choice filling process is officially active and will run until June 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Candidates must register and lock their choices on the official JoSAA 2026 counselling Schedule is out now.

Candidates who qualify JEE Main or JEE Advanced can participate in the seat allocation process for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIsThe counselling process will facilitate admissions to premier institutes including IITs, NITs, IIITs, IIEST Shibpur, GFTIs, and other centrally funded technical institutions. Along with the regular counselling rounds, the JoSAA Special Round 2026 will be conducted in coordination with DASA Counselling 2026 for Foreign Nationals, NRI, OCI, PIO, and CIWG candidates. Eligible aspirants must complete the JoSAA 2026 Registration, Choice Filling, Choice Locking, Online Document Verification, and Fee Payment Process to participate in the JoSAA Seat Allotment 2026 rounds. Candidates are advised to track the JoSAA Counselling Schedule 2026, JoSAA Mock Allotment, JoSAA Round-wise Seat Allotment Results, JoSAA Cutoff 2026, Opening Rank, Closing Rank, and Seat Matrix 2026 for better admission planning.

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COMMON DOUBTS IN JOSAA COUNSELLING 2026:

Choice Filling & Locking

Can I change choices after locking?
No. Once locked, choices cannot be modified. If you don’t lock them, your last saved choices will be auto-locked on the final day.

How many choices can I fill?
There is no limit. Fill as many eligible choices as possible in your preferred order.

Does filling more choices reduce my chances?
No. JoSAA checks your choices from top to bottom and allots the best available option based on your rank.

Freeze, Float & Slide

Freeze
Accept the seat and exit further counselling rounds.

Float
Accept the seat but remain eligible for a higher-preference institute/course in future rounds.

Slide
Accept the seat but seek a better course within the same institute.

Can I change Float/Slide to Freeze later?
Yes. But once you choose Freeze, you cannot switch back to Float or Slide.

Document Verification & Fees

Do I need to pay the Seat Acceptance Fee for Float/Slide?
Yes. Fee payment and document upload are mandatory to retain your seat.

What if my documents are rejected?
You must resolve the query before the deadline. Failure to do so may result in seat cancellation.

IIT vs NIT Verification

Why is separate verification required for IITs and NIT+ institutes?
IITs and NIT/IIIT/GFTIs follow different verification requirements. If your seat changes from NIT+ to IIT, fresh verification may be required.

What is JoSAA Counselling 2026:

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has been set up by Ministry of Education [formerly known as the Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD)] to manage and regulate the joint seat allocation for admissions into IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs.

Josaa Counselling 2026 Over-view:

JoSAA 2026 Schedule: Important Dates

JoSAA 2026 Counselling Rounds Schedule:

JOSAA 2026 Round 1 (13 June – 29 June):

JOSAA 2026 Round 2 (30 June – 5 July)

JOSAA 2026 Round 3 (6 July – 9 July)

JOSAA 2026 Round 4 (10 July – 15 July):

JOSAA 2026 Round 5 – Final Round for IITs & IISc:

Important for NITs, IIITs & GFTIs:

Eligibility Criteria for Josaa 2026

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
• Students should have studied Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, one language, and one additional subject.
• General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates need at least 75% aggregate marks, while SC, ST, and PwD candidates require 65%.
• Candidates in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards are also eligible.
• A valid JEE Main 2026 rank is required for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, while JEE Advanced 2026 qualification is necessary for IITs.
• Applicants must also meet the age criteria specified in the official JEE guidelines

How Apply for Josaa Counselling 2026:

• Registration: Visit the official portal or Manabadi.com and register using your JEE Main 2026 application number and password.
• Verify Details: Verify your personal, academic, and contact information, ensuring all information matches the JEE database.
• Choice Filling: Select your preferred IITs, NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs in order of preference. You can fill multiple choices to increase chances of seat allotment.
• Choice Locking: Lock your filled choices before the designated deadline. If not locked, they will automatically lock.
• Mock Allotment: View the mock allotment results to understand your likelihood of securing a seat, allowing you to modify choices if needed.
• Seat Allotment Results: Check the seat allocation results for each round on the portal.
• Seat Acceptance Fee & Verification: If allotted a seat, pay the seat acceptance fee (e.g., ₹40,000 for Gen/OBC-NCL, ₹19,000 for SC/ST/PwD in 2025) and upload documents.
• Willingness Selection: Select one of three choices:
  Freeze: Accept the seat and exit counselling.
  Float: Accept the seat but participate in the next round for a higher preference.
  Slide: Accept the seat but participate in the next round for a higher preference (better branch) within the same institute.
• However, you can change the option from Float to Slide or Freeze. You cannot go backward (e.g., you can’t go from Freeze b to Float).
• Payment of Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF): Pay the SAF by the given deadline.
• Document Verification: After paying SAF, the candidate should upload the required documents for verification by the reporting institute. If any discrepancies or queries arise, they will be notified in your login. Respond within the deadline to avoid cancellation of the seat.
• Reporting to the Allotted Institute: Candidates should report to the allotted Institute on the notified dates to complete the verification of original documents, payment of the remaining fee (tuition and hostel fees), and other formalities of the admission process.

JOSAA Special Phase Counselling for Foreign Students:

Acharya V.MS. R Murthy, director of CSAB has announced that special round of Counselling of JOSAA with be conducted along with Dasa Counselling for foreign Students. This increases the Seat allotment opportunities for the foreign students. More information Regarding Josaa Special phase counselling will be updated soon

Acharya V.M.S.R Murthy, director of CSAB, West Bengal

Required Documents for Josaa 2026:

• Class 10th and 12th mark sheets.
• JEE Main/Advanced scorecard.
• Provisional Seat Allotment Letter downloaded from JoSAA portal.
• Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque (for refund purposes, if any)
• Medical Fitness Certificate (as per JoSAA format).
• Printout of final locked choices from JoSAA portal
• Category Certificate (If applicable, e.g., GEN-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST). For JoSAA 2026, OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be issued on or after April 1, 2026.
  
• Format for EWS Certificate:
  Date: Issued on/after April 1, 2026.
  Validity: States “Valid for 2026-2027”.
  Income FY: States “Financial Year 2025-2026”.
  Limits: Income < ₹8 Lakh + matches central asset limits.
  Template: Central Govt FORM-GEN-EWS (State formats rejected).
  Sign: Stamped photo + signature from Tehsildar or higher official.

• Format for OBC-NCL Certificate:
  Date: Issued on or after April 1, 2026.
  Central List: Must mention your caste and its Central Resolution Number.
  NCL Clause: Must explicitly state you belong to the “Non-Creamy Layer”.
  Income Limit: Family income must be below ₹8 Lakh per annum.
  Template: Central Govt FORM-OBC-NCL (State formats rejected)
• Sign: Official stamp and signature from a Tehsildar or higher official

• Format for SC, ST Certificate:
  Validity: Permanent (no expiry date).
  Legal Clause: Must cite the specific Constitutional Order recognizing your caste.
  Template: Central Govt FORM-SC/ST (State-specific layouts are rejected).
  Sign: Official stamp and signature from a Tehsildar or higher official.

• PwD Certificate (If applicable): Format Includes
  Criteria: Minimum 40% permanent disability is mandatory.
  UDID Card: A valid Central UDID Card is fully accepted.
  Forms Split:
  Form II: Single major disability (amputation/blindness).
  Form III: Multiple disabilities (evaluated by a Medical Board).
  Form IV: Other single disabilities (hearing/speech/locomotor).
  Sign: Signed and stamped with registration numbers by authorized Govt doctors/medical board.
• Photo ID proof (Adhaar/Pan/Passport etc). Note: Name on the Adhaar card and 10th marksheet should be same.
• Note: Errors during document upload or failure to upload relevant documents may lead to cancellation of the seat.

How to Pay Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF):

• All those candidates who got the seat allotted first time in any round, Seat Acceptance fee will have to be paid online before online document verification.
• Once candidate click“Pay Seat Acceptance Fee”, then the system will automatically redirect to EPG page.
• Candidate can select any of the options like Debit Card/ Credit Card/Net banking as per his/her convenience and follow the online instructions to complete the payment process.
• After successful payment, payment gateway will redirect to the seat allotment result page.
• If the payment status is “Success” then candidate can download the provisional seat allotment letter.

What happens next? (Partial Admission Fee)

Paying the initial SAF is only the first step. After the final round of JoSAA, students heading to the NIT+ System (NITs, IIITs, GFTIs) must pay an additional mandatory Partial Admission Fee (PAF) via the Official JoSAA Portal to secure their final seat. The typical PAF amounts are:

• General / OBC-NCL / EWS: ₹40,000.
• SC / ST / PwD: ₹20,000.

After paying the Partial Admission Fee (PAF), your JoSAA seat is confirmed.

If You Want to Keep Your Current Seat

• Download the Final Allotment Letter from the JoSAA portal.
• Check your allotted college website for reporting instructions.
• Pay the remaining institute fee directly to the college.
• Visit the campus on the specified dates for document verification and admission formalities.

If You Want a Better Seat Through CSAB Special Rounds

• Your current JoSAA seat remains safe as a backup.
• Register separately for CSAB Special Rounds.
• Fill a new choice list with higher-preference colleges/branches.
• If upgraded, the new seat replaces your JoSAA seat.
• If not upgraded, you retain your existing JoSAA seat.

Documents Required for Physical Reporting

• JoSAA Seat Allotment Letter & PAF Receipt
• JEE Main/Advanced Admit Card & Score Card
• Class 10 Certificate
• Class 12 Mark Sheet
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Medical Certificate
• Original documents + at least 3 self-attested photocopy sets
• Candidates should regularly check their allotted institute’s website for reporting dates, fee payment details, and admission instructions.

Fee Structure (According to 2025, as of 2026, not yet confirmed):

• ₹15,000 for SC, ST, GEN-PwD, GEN-EWS-PwD, OBC-NCL-PwD, SC-PwD, or ST-PwD categories.
• ₹30,000 for all other candidates (General, OBC-NCL, GEN-EWS).
• Amount Breakdown: The fee includes a non-refundable ₹7,000 JoSAA processing charge.
• Payment Method: Payable online via JoSAA portal using Net Banking/UPI/Debit Card/Credit Card.
• Important Deadlines: Failure to pay the SAF and submit willingness (Freeze, Float, Slide) during any round within the specified time will lead to the specified time will lead to the cancellation of the seat.
• Note: If you are allotted a seat in any round, you must pay the Seat Acceptance Fee and upload documents immediately in that round’s window. If you skip this, you will be permanently removed from JoSAA (e.g., if you got a seat in round 2, but you want to go for round 3, you should still pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF)and choose float or slide options), to upgrade your seat in the next round, you do not need to pay any fee again.

The Withdrawal Process of Josaa 2026

To successfully withdraw, you must complete these steps on the official JoSAA portal:

1. Online Request: Log in and select the “Withdrawal” option during the specified window for that round.
2. Upload Documents: You are usually required to upload a Withdrawal Form signed by both you and your parent/guardian.
3. Response to Queries: If the verifying officer has any doubts about your withdrawal request, they will raise a query. You must respond to this query online, or your withdrawal will not be processed, and you will remain stuck with the seat.

Consequences of Withdrawing:

There is a subtle difference between these two terms in the portal:

• Out of JoSAA: Once you withdraw, you are out of the JoSAA process for the current year. You cannot re-enter in later rounds
• Eligibility for JEE Advanced Next Year: If you withdraw from a seat before the final round, you will still be eligible to attempt JEE Advanced again next year (provided you have an attempt left). However, if you do not withdraw the seat until the final round and are allotted a seat, then you are not eligible for JEE Advanced again, as the system assumes that the seat is occupied.

Withdrawal vs Exit:

• Withdrawal: You have been allotted a seat in a previous round and now want to give it up and exit the counselling.
• Exit: You have not been allotted any seat yet, but you want to stop participating in future rounds of JoSAA.

Fee Refunds and Deductions:

If you withdraw after paying the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF), you are eligible for a refund, but it isn’t the full amount.

• Processing Fee: JoSAA typically deducts ₹7,000 as processing charges.
• Refund Amount: The remaining amount (e.g., ₹23000 if you paid ₹30,000) will be refunded to the bank account you provided during registration.
• Non-Refundable Scenarios: If you are allotted a seat in the final round, the SAF is generally non-refundable because that seat can no longer be offered to another candidate through JoSAA.

Opening and Closing Ranks for Josaa 2026:

IIT Admission Chances Based on JEE Advanced 2026 Score:

NIT Admission Chances Based on JEE Advanced 2026 Score:

IIIT Admission Chances Based on JEE Advanced 2026 Score:

Quick Rank vs College Estimate for 2026:

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