Contents
- 1 JOSAA Round 2 Result 2026 Out
- 1.1 JoSAA Round 2 Opening & Closing Ranks
- 1.1.1 BREAKING: JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result Out – June 30, 2026
- 1.1.2 JOSAA 2026 Opening & Closing Ranks Out
- 1.1.3 Key Facts – JoSAA Round 2 Result 2026 at a Glance
- 1.1.4 How to Check JOSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Results:
- 1.1.5 Step-by-Step Guide:
- 1.1.6 Next Steps for Allotted Candidates:
- 1.1.7 What to Do After Checking Round 2 Result – Freeze, Float, or Slide?
- 1.1.8 Seat Acceptance Fee – Round 2 Payment Details
- 1.1.9 Documents to Upload During Round 2 Online Reporting (June 30 – July 3)
- 1.1.10 What Changes in Round 2 vs Round 1? – Expected Cutoff Shifts
- 1.1.11 Upcoming Important Dates:
- 1.1.12 COMMON DOUBTS IN JOSAA COUNSELLING 2026:
- 1.1.13 Freeze, Float & Slide
- 1.1.14 Document Verification & Fees
- 1.1.15 IIT vs NIT Verification
- 1.1.16 What is JoSAA Counselling 2026:
- 1.1.17 Josaa Counselling 2026 Over-view:
- 1.1.18 JoSAA 2026 Schedule: Important Dates
- 1.1.19 JoSAA 2026 Counselling Rounds Schedule:
- 1.1.20 JOSAA 2026 Round 1 (13 June – 29 June):
- 1.1.21 JOSAA 2026 Round 2 (30 June – 5 July)
- 1.1.22 JOSAA 2026 Round 3 (6 July – 9 July)
- 1.1.23 JOSAA 2026 Round 4 (10 July – 15 July):
- 1.1.24 JOSAA 2026 Round 5 – Final Round for IITs & IISc:
- 1.1.25 Important for NITs, IIITs & GFTIs:
- 1.1.26 Eligibility Criteria for Josaa 2026
- 1.1.27 How Apply for Josaa Counselling 2026:
- 1.1.28 JOSAA Special Phase Counselling for Foreign Students:
- 1.1.29 Required Documents for Josaa 2026:
- 1.1.30 How to Pay Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF):
- 1.1.31 What happens next? (Partial Admission Fee)
- 1.1.32 If You Want to Keep Your Current Seat
- 1.1.33 If You Want a Better Seat Through CSAB Special Rounds
- 1.1.34 Documents Required for Physical Reporting
- 1.1.35 Fee Structure (According to 2025, as of 2026, not yet confirmed):
- 1.1.36 The Withdrawal Process of Josaa 2026
- 1.1.37 Consequences of Withdrawing:
- 1.1.38 Withdrawal vs Exit:
- 1.1.39 Fee Refunds and Deductions:
- 1.1.40 Round 1Opening and Closing Ranks for Josaa 2026:
- 1.1.41 Top IITs Computer Science Engineering (CSE) Cutoff
- 1.1.42 Top IIITs & GFTIs Ranks
- 1.1.43 How to Check College-Specific Cutoffs
- 1.1.44 Quick Rank vs College Estimate for 2026:
- 1.1 JoSAA Round 2 Opening & Closing Ranks
JOSAA Round 2 Result 2026 Out
JoSAA Round 2 Opening & Closing Ranks
BREAKING: JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result Out – June 30, 2026
The JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 is officially released on June 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST. This is a critical milestone for lakhs of JEE Main and JEE Advanced 2026 candidates who are awaiting seat upgrades, new allotments, or confirmation at IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
JOSAA 2026 Opening & Closing Ranks Out
JOSAA 2026 Official Opening & Closing Ranks are out now. Candidates can check the opening & Closing Ranks for Josaa 2026 by clicking on the above Link.
Live Updates
Tonight's To-Do List before you sleep
- Download your Round 2 allotment letter from josaa.nic.in
- Upload all required documents on the portal tonight itself
- Pay your seat acceptance fee — don’t delay even by a day
- Choose Freeze, Float, or Slide based on your satisfaction level
- Mark your calendar: Round 3 Result → July 6, 2026
Check manabadi.co.in for real-time notifications, cutoff analysis, and Round 3 predictions. You’ve worked hard.
DAY WRAPS UP - BUT YOUR JOURNEY IS JUST BEGINNING
What a day it has been. From the nervous 9 AM countdown to the electric 5 PM result drop – today was historic for lakhs of families across India. Whether you got your dream seat, a seat you’re floating on, or you’re waiting for Round 3 – remember: every great engineer’s story has multiple chapters. Round 2 was just one page. The deadline to pay your fee and secure your seat is July 3, 5 PM. Don’t sleep on it. And don’t forget to check Manabadi tomorrow morning for Round 3 cutoff predictions and next steps!
WITHDRAWAL WINDOW OPENS TOMORROW - READ THIS CAREFULLY
For those who want to completely exit the process: Candidates wishing to withdraw from the seat allotment process can initiate the withdrawal request between July 1 (10 AM) and July 3 (5 PM). The last date to respond to withdrawal-related queries and other Round 2 verification queries is July 5, 2026, by 5 PM. Think very carefully before withdrawing – once you do, alternate options like CSAB counselling for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs remain, but IIT admissions would be closed. Consult a counsellor or a trusted mentor before making this call.
DIDN'T GET A SEAT? HERE'S WHY YOU SHOULD STILL HAVE HOPE
No allotment in Round 2? Don’t you dare close that browser in despair. JoSAA consists of Five rounds. Round 3 result is expected on July 6, Round 4 on July 10, and Round 5 on July 16, 2026. Three more major rounds remain. Every time a student freezes a seat, another vacancy opens. Every time someone upgrades, a lower-preference seat frees up for you. Stay registered. Stay in the game. The algorithm is still working in your favour. The story isn’t over.
EARLY TREND ANALYSIS: WHICH BRANCHES SAW THE MOST MOVEMENT
Based on early data flowing in, here’s what Round 2 appears to have unlocked: CS and AI branches at top NITs remained tight – as expected. ECE and Mechanical branches at mid-tier NITs saw notable rank relaxation. IIITs showed significant seat availability for branches like Information Technology and Electronics. GFTIs have many fresh allotments for students who had no Round 1 seat. Round 2 also processes candidates who did not get any seat in Round 1 – their choice lists are evaluated fresh against available seats. If you’re a first-time allottee – this seat is yours. Own it.
RESULTS ARE OUT! REACTIONS POURING IN - WHAT'S EVERYONE GETTING?
The portal is live and results are flowing! Students across India are logging in and discovering their allotments. Reports suggest the NIT cutoffs in Round 2 have shown movement of 500–2,000 ranks in several branches compared to Round 1 – exactly as expected! Students who floated are seeing upgrades. First-time allottees are in tears of joy. Remember: if you got your seat – celebrate, then ACT. Candidates allotted seats must complete online reporting including seat acceptance fee payment, document upload, and responding to verification queries before July 3, 2026, at 5 PM. Don’t let the celebration delay the action.
AND Round 2 RESULT IS EXPECTED LIVE RIGHT NOW!
THE MOMENT HAS ARRIVED. The JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 is being published RIGHT NOW. Whether it’s IIT, NIT, IIIT, IISc, or GFTI – your allotment is waiting on the other side of that login screen. Millions of hours of hard work, thousands of practice problems, hundreds of mock tests – they all led to THIS screen, THIS moment. Go check. Come back and celebrate. We’re rooting for every single one of you.
👉 DIRECT LINK: josaa.nic.in
👉 MIRROR UPDATES: manabadi.co.in
30 MINUTES! GET YOUR LOGIN READY RIGHT NOW
This is your final checklist before the big moment:
- JEE Main Application Number
- JoSAA Password
- josaa.nic.in – tab open and ready?
- Documents folder – organised?
- Payment mode – UPI/card ready?
- Parents informed and present?
- Heart rate – elevated but manageable? 😄
Students should keep their login credentials ready before the result announcement. Traffic on the portal usually increases significantly on allotment day. You’re ready. This is your moment.
ONE HOUR TO GO - THE ATMOSPHERE IS ELECTRIC!
T-minus 60 minutes! Parents are hovering. Coaching teachers are on standby. Group chats are flooding. Right now, JoSAA’s servers are processing millions of preference lists, ranks, category certificates, and seat matrices – running an algorithm so complex it would make your algorithms professor proud. Waiting for the JoSAA Round 2 result can feel like refreshing the page every five minutes. One moment brings confidence, while the next sparks overthinking. We feel you. Stay calm. Stay ready. The wait is almost over.
2 HOURS TO GO - STORIES THAT MAKE JOSAA WORTH IT
Every year, JoSAA Round 2 creates magic. Students who got no seat in Round 1 suddenly find themselves allotted to NIT Surathkal. Students who were stuck with a branch they didn’t want, find themselves upgraded to their first choice. JoSAA’s algorithm never downgrades you. If you selected Float after Round 1, Round 2 will either upgrade you to a higher-preference seat or keep your Round 1 seat unchanged. You cannot get a worse seat from Float. Re-read that. Let it sink in. Hope is not just a feeling today – it’s literally built into the algorithm.
IIT CUTOFFS FROM ROUND 1 - WHAT'S THE BASELINE?
For context: In Round 1, IIT Bombay CSE closed at around AIR 65, IIT Delhi at 123, and IIT Madras at 149 for the General category. These elite branches almost never move in Round 2. But IIT Dhanbad, IIT Patna, IIT Jodhpur, IIT Indore – these often see rank relaxation of 50–200 ranks in Round 2 as top rankers upgrade to better branches. If your rank is in the 2,000–8,000 range for JEE Advanced, keep your eyes peeled for IIT seats that may have just freed up. The chessboard is being reset.
2.5 HOURS TO GO - THE ANTICIPATION IS REA
Right now, somewhere in India, a student with AIR 847 is hoping CSE at IIT Roorkee opens. Somewhere else, a student with rank 23,000 is dreaming of ECE at NIT Calicut. A student from a small town who studied 14 hours a day is about to find out if it all paid off. That student might be YOU. Round 2 is not just a result – it’s a reckoning. The round 2 seat allotment will be out in few hours – and the clock is ticking. Stay with us. We’re right here with you.
- HOW MUCH DO YOU PAY? FEE STRUCTURE EXPLAINED
Seat acceptance fees are as follows: ₹35,000 for General/OBC candidates and ₹15,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. If upgraded via Float, your Round 1 seat is automatically released. You cannot keep both seats. Your paid acceptance fee transfers to the new allotment – you don’t pay again. So, Float students – don’t worry about double payment! The system is built to be fair. Keep UPI, Net Banking, or Credit Card ready for after 5 PM.
REPORTING DEADLINES YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS
The result isn’t the finish line – it’s the starting. Once allotted, here’s what happens next: Candidates allotted seats can complete online reporting, including seat acceptance fee payment, document upload, and responding to verification queries, from June 30 to July 3, 2026 (up to 5 PM). The last date to pay the seat acceptance fee is July 3 by 5 PM, while fee payment-related issues will be resolved on July 4, 2026, until 5 PM. You have 3 days – but don’t wait 3 days. Act within hours of your allotment. Delays have cost students their dream seats before. Don’t be that story
LUNCH BREAK... BUT NOT FROM REFRESHING THE PAGE 😄
Halfway through the day and the excitement is building to a fever pitch! While you grab lunch, here’s something to chew on – JOSAA 2026 Official Opening & Closing Ranks are already out on the portal. Cross-check your rank against Round 1 closing ranks one more time and estimate your chances. Is CSE at NIT Trichy within reach? What about ECE at NIT Warangal? Use this hour to strategize, not panic. Round 2 is a door – make sure you know which room you want to walk into.
DOCUMENTS READY? DON'T GET CAUGHT SCRAMBLING AT 5 PM!
The result drops in just a few hours. Make sure these are scanned and ready RIGHT NOW:
JEE Main 2026 admit card/rank card, JEE Advanced 2026 rank card (for IIT aspirants), Class 10th certificate (for DOB proof), Class 12th marksheet and pass certificate, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), passport size photographs (scanned), and signature in prescribed format. Don’t let a missing scan be the reason you miss your deadline. Prep now, celebrate later!
CUTOFF TRENDS: WHAT MOVED IN ROUND 1 & WHAT TO EXPECT NOW
Historically, Round 2 closing ranks show improvement across many institutes. Popular branches such as Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Electronics usually witness limited movement since those seats were mostly frozen by top rankers in Round 1. However, NITs and IIITs in Tier-2 cities often see significant rank relaxation. If your rank is in the 5,000–50,000 range for JEE Main, pay very close attention – this round could be your golden window into a top NIT branch. Eyes open
FREEZE, FLOAT OR SLIDE - QUICK MASTERCLASS BEFORE RESULTS!
When your result drops, you’ll need to respond FAST. Here’s your cheat sheet:
- FREEZE → You like your seat. Lock it. You’re done upgrading.
- FLOAT → Accept your seat BUT stay in the race for a better one in Round 3.
- SLIDE → Upgrade within the SAME institute to a better branch.
You can switch from Float to Freeze, but NOT from Freeze to Float. Choose wisely – this decision follows you into Round 3. The algorithm never punishes you for Floating. It only rewards.
- WHAT'S AT STAKE? A PEEK AT THE INSTITUTES IN PLAY
Today’s result covers seats across IITs, NITs, IIITs, IISc Bangalore, and GFTIs – over 135+ premier institutions across India. This result is for candidates aiming to secure B.Tech seats at IITs, NITs, IIITs, IISc Bangalore, and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). We’re talking about seats in institutions that produce Nobel laureates, startup unicorn founders, ISRO scientists, and global tech leaders. One result. Infinite possibilities. The portals are live.
KNOW YOUR ROUND 2: WHY THIS IS THE MOST EXCITING ROUND OF ALL
Here’s a secret most students don’t realise – Round 2 is typically the round where the MOST movement happens. Why – Because candidates who selected Float after Round 1 are re-evaluated against vacancies created by freezes and withdrawals, and many candidates who missed Round 1 allotment receive their very first seat in Round 2. So, whether you’re floating for an upgrade or waiting for your first allotment – Round 2 could literally change your life today. Sit tight.
THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS!
Today is THE day lakhs of JEE aspirants have been holding their breath for – JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 is officially scheduled to drop TODAY. After weeks of choice filling, mock allotments, frantic rank comparisons, and sleepless nights staring at opening/closing ranks – Round 2 is here to either hand you your dream seat or send you one giant leap closer to it. Keep your JEE Main Application Number and password handy. The servers are warming up. So are we. Let the vigil begin!
Result Link (Active by 5 PM) @Manabadi.co.in
T-23 Hours to JoSAA Round 2 Result 2026
The result is expected at 5:00 PM IST today, June 30 at josaa.nic.in. Portal traffic will be extremely high at that time. Manabadi recommends bookmarking the direct login link: josaa.admissions.nic.in – this alternate URL often loads faster than the main portal during peak traffic.
JoSAA 2026 covers admissions to 138 institutes
23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, IIEST Shibpur, and 57+ GFTIs. Round 2 seat allotment covers all these together. IIT seats are allocated based on JEE Advanced 2026 rank. NIT / IIIT / GFTI seats are allocated based on JEE Main 2026 CRL rank.
How to download your JoSAA Round 2 Allotment Letter tomorrow:
(1) Go to josaa.nic.in
(2) Click “Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026”
(3) Login with JEE Main Application Number + Password
(4) View allotted institute and branch
(5) Click “Download Allotment Letter” – save as PDF and take 2 printouts. This letter is required for physical reporting at your institute.
Full JoSAA 2026 round-wise schedule after tomorrow
Round 2 Result – June 30
Reporting Deadline – July 3
Round 3 Result – July 6
Round 4 Result – July 10
Round 5 (Final) Result – July 16.
After Round 5, remaining NIT/IIIT/GFTI seats go to CSAB Counselling 2026.
Seat Acceptance Fee reminder
After Round 2 allotment, fee must be paid by July 3, 2026 (5:00 PM). General / OBC-NCL / EWS: ₹30,000 | SC / ST / PwD: ₹15,000. Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking, E-Challan.
Missing this deadline = permanent disqualification from all remaining JoSAA rounds.
Quick recap of Freeze, Float, Slide
You’ll need to choose one after tomorrow’s result: Freeze = Accept seat, exit further rounds. Float = Keep seat, compete for better institute or branch. Slide = Keep seat, compete for better branch in the SAME institute. Choosing Float or Slide never puts your current seat at risk. When in doubt, always Float.
OBC-NCL and EWS candidates - critical alert
JoSAA requires your category certificate to be issued on or after April 1, 2026, in the Central Government format only. State government formats are rejected. If yours is outdated or in state format, get a new one urgently before the reporting deadline of July 3, 2026.
Here's what typically changes between Round 1 and Round 2
Candidates who withdrew or didn’t pay the Round 1 fee free up their seats. Historically, around 10–15% of seats shift in Round 2. Mechanical, Civil and Biotechnology branches at NITs see more movement. CSE, AI and ECE branches at top NITs and IITs show very little change. Plan your expectations accordingly.
Common doubt answered: "I didn't get a seat in Round 1. Am I still eligible for Round 2?"
YES. If you registered for JoSAA 2026 and completed choice filling, you are automatically in the pool for every round. You do NOT need to re-register or take any action. Simply check josaa.nic.in tomorrow at 5 PM.
Tonight's final reminder - 3 things to do before sleeping
(1) Confirm your JoSAA login credentials work at josaa.nic.in
(2) Keep scanned documents in one folder – Class 10, Class 12, JEE scorecard, category certificate if applicable
(3) Keep ₹30,000 (Gen/OBC/EWS) or ₹15,000 (SC/ST/PwD) ready in your bank account for fee payment after Round 2 allotment tomorrow.
today's updates
. JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 is officially expected today, June 30 at 5:00 PM IST at josaa.nic.in. Keep your JEE Main Application Number, JoSAA password, and bank details ready. Manabadi will go LIVE tomorrow with real-time updates. Bookmark this page now.
Once the results are published, candidates who registered and completed their choice filling will be able to check their allotted institute and course on the official Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) portal. Candidates can access the Opening & Closing ranks For Josaa 2026, of the Round 2.
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) is conducting counseling for admissions to 138 institutes, including IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
- Round 1 Seat Allotment Results: Published on June 13th, at 10:00 AM (based on choices filled by June 7).
- JOSAA 2026 Opening & Closing Ranks: Published on June 13th
- Round 2 Seat Allotment Results: June 30th, at 05:00 PM
Key Facts – JoSAA Round 2 Result 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Expected Release Time | 5:00 PM IST |
| Official Portal | josaa.nic.in |
| Online Reporting Window | June 30 – July 3, 2026 |
| Seat Acceptance Fee Deadline | July 3, 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| Next Round (Round 3) Result | July 6, 2026 |
| Total Rounds in JoSAA 2026 | 5 Rounds |
How to Check JOSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Results:
Step-by-Step Guide:
Follow these simple steps to check your allocation:
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official Joint Seat Allocation Authority website.
- Find the Link: On the homepage, look for and click on the link for “Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026”.
- Login: Enter your JEE Main Application Number and Password to authenticate your profile.
- View Allotment: Once logged in, your allotted college and course will be displayed on the screen.
- Download the Letter: Click on Download Allotment Letter and save it for future admission procedures.
Next Steps for Allotted Candidates:
After checking your results, you must complete the online reporting steps to secure your seat:
- Pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF)
- Upload Documents
- Choose to Freeze, Float, or Slide your choice
- Complete Document Verification
What to Do After Checking Round 2 Result – Freeze, Float, or Slide?
Once you see your Round 2 allotment, you must take one of the following actions before July 3, 2026 (5:00 PM):
| Option | What It Means | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Freeze | Accept the allotted seat and exit further rounds | Happy with current allotment |
| Float | Accept the seat but remain in the pool for a better institute or branch | Want upgrade to a different college |
| Slide | Accept the seat but stay in the pool for a better branch in the same institute | Want only a branch upgrade at same college |
Pro Tip from Manabadi: Even if you select Float or Slide, your current seat is protected. You will never be left without a seat by choosing these options. Always accept your allotment first, then decide Float/Slide.
Seat Acceptance Fee – Round 2 Payment Details
After Round 2 allotment, candidates must pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) by July 3, 2026:
| Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹30,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹15,000 |
Payment accepted via: Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking / E-Challan
Missing the fee payment deadline = automatic cancellation of your allotment AND disqualification from all future JoSAA rounds.
Documents to Upload During Round 2 Online Reporting (June 30 – July 3)
Keep these ready as scanned copies before the result is out:
- Class 10 Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate
- JEE Main 2026 Admit Card and Score Card
- JEE Advanced 2026 Rank Card (IIT aspirants)
- Category Certificate (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS / PwD) – must be issued on or after April 1, 2026
- Printout of locked JoSAA choices
- Passport-size photographs
OBC-NCL and EWS certificate format critical note: Must be in Central Government format only. State formats are rejected. Income must be below ₹8 Lakh per annum. EWS certificate must state “Valid for 2026-2027.”
What Changes in Round 2 vs Round 1? – Expected Cutoff Shifts
Round 2 cutoffs shift from Round 1 due to:
- Candidates who withdrew or did not pay the fee in Round 1
- Float and Slide movements freeing up seats
- Category-wise vacancy adjustments
Branches likely to see bigger rank movement (more seats available): Mechanical, Civil, Metallurgical, Biotechnology, Production Engineering
Branches with limited movement (very high demand): Computer Science (CSE), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Electronics & Communication (ECE)
What this means for you: If you missed CSE at your preferred NIT in Round 1, the cutoff for Round 2 may tighten further. But if you’re targeting Mechanical or Civil at top NITs, you may see improved chances.
Upcoming Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 2 Result | June 30, 2026 |
| Round 2 Online Reporting & Fee Payment | June 30 – July 3, 2026 |
| Round 2 Query Deadline | July 4, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment Result | July 6, 2026 |
| Round 3 Reporting & Fee | July 6 – July 8, 2026 |
| Round 4 Result (Expected) | July 10, 2026 |
| Round 5 Result (Expected) | July 14, 2026 |
| CSAB Counselling (Vacant Seats) | After Round 5 |
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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Also read about JOSAA Choice Filling Order
Complete Guide for CSAB Counselling
Complete Guide for DASA Counselling
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:
| Aspect | Details |
| Counselling Name | Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Joint Seat Allocation Authority |
| Government Authority | Ministry of Education |
| Start of Joint Seat Allocation (JoSAA) 2026 Process | June 02, 2026 To June 11th 2026 |
| Examination Level | National |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Participating Institutes | 23 IITs ,IISC Bengaluru 31 NITs, IISEST Shibpur 26 IIITs 56 GFTIs |
| Eligibility | JEE Main 2026 or JEE Advanced 2026 Qualified Candidates |
| Mode of Process | Online |
| Seat Allotment Basis | JEE rank,Category,Prefernces and Seat availability. |
| Number of rounds | 6 Rounds |
| Number of Mock Allocation Rounds | 2 Rounds |
| Seat Acceptance Options | Freeze, Float, Slide |
| Official Website | https://josaa.nic.in |
| Information Portal | Manabadi.co.in |
| Main Objective | Simplify admissions through a single-window counselling platform |
| Post-JoSAA Option | CSAB counselling for vacant NIT+ seats |
JoSAA 2026 Schedule: Important Dates
| Date | What Happens? | What Should Students Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 1 June 2026 | JEE Advanced 2026 Result announced | Check your rank and shortlist IITs, NITs, IIITs, and branches you are interested in. |
| 2 June 2026 (5 PM) | JoSAA Registration & Choice Filling Starts | Register on the JoSAA portal, start filling college and branch choices, and arrange them carefully in order of preference. Also, Pre-payment of Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) and pre-upload of documents begin from this day. This allows students to complete important formalities in advance. |
| 2–11 June 2026 | Choice Filling Window Open | Research colleges, compare branches, discuss with parents/mentors, and keep updating your preferences until the deadline. Students eligible for AAT can add Architecture choices after AAT results. |
| 8 June 2026 (2 PM) | Mock Seat Allocation 1 | Check the seat you may get based on choices filled till June 7. If you’re unhappy with the allotment, revise your preferences. |
| 10 June 2026 (1 PM) | Mock Seat Allocation 2 | This is your final practice allotment. Make last-minute changes if necessary and lock your choices. |
| 11 June 2026 (5 PM) | Registration & Choice Filling Ends | Ensure all choices are finalized. The system will automatically lock choices if you don’t lock them manually. Pre-payment of SAF and pre-document upload also end on this day. |
| 12 June 2026 | Data Verification by JoSAA | No action required from students. JoSAA verifies all submitted data. |
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Rounds Schedule:
JOSAA 2026 Round 1 (13 June – 29 June):
| Date | What Happens? | What Students Should Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 13 June 2026 | Round 1 Seat Allotment | Check your allotted seat. Decide whether to Freeze, Float, or Slide. Upload documents and complete online reporting. |
| 13–26 June 2026 | Online Reporting Window | Upload documents, respond to verification queries, and complete all formalities. |
| 26 June 2026 | Last Date for Fee Payment | Complete Seat Acceptance Fee payment before the deadline. |
| 29 June 2026 | Fee Issue Resolution | Students whose payment attempts failed before the deadline can get issues resolved. Also, respond to any withdrawal-related queries. |
JOSAA 2026 Round 2 (30 June – 5 July)
| Date | What Happens? | What Students Should Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 30 June 2026 | Round 2 Seat Allotment | Check if your seat has been upgraded or changed. |
| 30 June – 3 July | Online Reporting | Upload documents (if required), respond to queries, and complete reporting. |
| 1–3 July 2026 | Withdrawal Window Opens | Students who want to leave counselling can apply for withdrawal. |
| 3 July 2026 | Last Date for Fee Payment | Complete pending fee payment. |
| 4 July 2026 | Fee Issue Resolution | Resolve payment-related issues. |
| 5 July 2026 | Final Response Day | Reply to any withdrawal or document verification queries. |
JOSAA 2026 Round 3 (6 July – 9 July)
| Date | What Happens? | What Students Should Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 6 July 2026 | Round 3 Seat Allotment | Check upgraded seat status. |
| 6–8 July 2026 | Online Reporting | Upload documents and respond to queries. |
| 7–8 July 2026 | Withdrawal Window | Apply for withdrawal if you no longer wish to participate. |
| 8 July 2026 | Last Date for Fee Payment | Complete all payment formalities. |
| 9 July 2026 | Query Resolution | Respond to withdrawal and document verification queries. |
JOSAA 2026 Round 4 (10 July – 15 July):
| Date | What Happens? | What Students Should Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 10 July 2026 | Round 4 Seat Allotment | Check seat allotment status. |
| 10–13 July 2026 | Online Reporting | Upload documents and complete reporting requirements. |
| 11–14 July 2026 | Withdrawal Window | Apply for withdrawal if required. |
| 13 July 2026 | Last Date for Fee Payment | Complete fee payment. |
| 14 July 2026 | Payment Issue Resolution | Resolve failed transactions. |
| 15 July 2026 | Final Query Response Day | Respond to all pending queries. |
JOSAA 2026 Round 5 – Final Round for IITs & IISc:
| Date | What Happens? | What Students Should Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 16 July 2026 | Round 5 Seat Allotment | Final seat allotment for IITs and IISc. No further IIT rounds after this. |
| 16–20 July 2026 | Online Reporting | Complete all admission formalities and upload required documents. |
| 20 July 2026 | Last Date for Fee Payment | Pay the fee and confirm admission. |
| 21 July 2026 | Final Resolution Day | Last day for query resolution. IIT/IISc counselling process officially ends. |
Important for NITs, IIITs & GFTIs:
| Date | What Happens? | What Students Should Do? |
|---|---|---|
| 16–21 July 2026 | Withdrawal Facility Continues (NIT+ System Only) | Students in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs can still withdraw from allotted seats. |
| 22–24 July 2026 | Partial Admission Fee (PAF) Payment | Candidates who retain seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs must pay the PAF through CSAB. This is mandatory to continue the admission process. |
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:
- Online Request: Log in and select the “Withdrawal” option during the specified window for that round.
- Upload Documents: You are usually required to upload a Withdrawal Form signed by both you and your parent/guardian.
- 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.
Round 1Opening and Closing Ranks for Josaa 2026:
You can check the institution-wise and category-wise cutoffs directly on the official JoSAA OR-CR Portal.
Top IITs Computer Science Engineering (CSE) Cutoff
For the general open category (Gender-Neutral), the Round 1 closing ranks for the most competitive branch are as follows:
| Institute Name | Opening Rank (Round 1) | Closing Rank (Round 1) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | 1 | 66 |
| IIT Delhi | 24 | 123 |
| IIT Madras | 67 | 149 |
| IIT Kanpur | 32 | 276 |
| IIT Kharagpur | 217 | 509 |
| IIT Roorkee | 277 | 582 |
| IIT Hyderabad | 339 | 647 |
| IIT Guwahati | 588 | 810 |
Top IIITs & GFTIs Ranks
Admissions to IIITs and GFTIs are based on the JEE Main 2026 Common Rank List (CRL). Here are some of the notable closing ranks:
- IIIT Allahabad (Information Technology): Closes around CRL 4,900
- ABV-IIITM Gwalior (Computer Science): CRL 8,073
- IIIT Delhi (CSE – JoSAA Pool): Closes near CRL 9,150
- PEC Chandigarh (General Cutoff Range): 7,871 – 26,090
- BIT Mesra (General Cutoff Range): 10,675 – 21,530 ]
How to Check College-Specific Cutoffs
To check the exact opening and closing ranks for any specific branch, category, or home state quota, follow these steps on the official JoSAA Portal
- Navigate to the eServices tab on the official website.
- Click on Opening and Closing Ranks.
- Select 2026 as the session and choose Round 1.
- Filter by your preferred Institute Type, Institute Name, and Academic Program.
- Select your Seat Type / Category and click Submit.
If you received an allotment, remember to log in and select your choice between Freeze, Float, or Slide before the round’s reporting deadline.
Which specific college or engineering branch are you looking for? Let me know your JEE Main/Advanced rank and category, and I can provide your exact admission options!
Quick Rank vs College Estimate for 2026:
| Rank Range | Likely Options |
|---|---|
| Below 500 | IIT Bombay/Delhi/Madras CSE, MnC |
| 500–2,000 | Top IIT CSE, EE, AI, Data Science |
| 2,000–5,000 | Newer IIT CSE, Top IIT core branches |
| 5,000–10,000 | IIT lower-demand branches, Top NIT CSE, Top IIITs |
| 10,000–20,000 | NIT CSE/ECE, IIEST, Leading IIITs |
| 20,000–50,000 | Most NITs, IIITs, good core branches |
| 50,000–80,000 | Newer NITs, IIITs, lower-demand branches |
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