JOSAA Counselling 2026 Registration Begins
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JOSAA) has opened the registration portal for the 2026 counselling session. Students who have qualified in JEE Main and JEE Advanced can now apply for engineering seats in participating institutes across India. The registration process is entirely online, and candidates must complete it before the deadline to be considered for seat allocation.
Important Dates and Deadlines
As per the official schedule, the registration window will remain open until June 15, 2026. Candidates are advised to register early to avoid last-minute technical issues. The choice filling and locking phase will commence from June 16, 2026, and will continue until June 20, 2026. The first round of seat allocation results will be announced on June 25, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in JOSAA counselling 2026, candidates must have secured a valid rank in JEE Main 2026 or JEE Advanced 2026. Additionally, they must have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination with at least 75% marks (65% for SC/ST candidates) or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards. Candidates belonging to PwD categories must have at least 65% marks.
Steps to Register for JOSAA Counselling 2026
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the JOSAA website (josaa.nic.in) and click on the registration link for 2026 counselling.
- Fill in Personal Details: Enter your JEE application number, date of birth, and other required information. Verify the details using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Upload Documents: Scan and upload necessary documents such as Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, JEE scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph.
- Pay Registration Fee: Pay the non-refundable registration fee online. The fee is INR 2,000 for general category candidates and INR 1,000 for SC/ST/PwD categories.
- Complete Registration: After successful payment, submit the form. Note down the registration number for future reference.
Choice Filling and Locking
After registration, candidates can fill in their preferred choices of institutes and courses. It is crucial to lock the choices before the deadline, as unconfirmed choices will not be considered for seat allocation. Candidates can reorder choices multiple times before locking.
Documents Required for Verification
- JEE Main/Advanced 2026 scorecard
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-sized photographs
- Identity proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc.)
Seat Allocation Process
JOSAA will conduct multiple rounds of seat allocation based on candidate preferences, rank, and availability. Candidates who are allotted seats must report to the allotted institute for document verification and fee payment to confirm their admission. Failure to report will result in the forfeiture of the seat.
For more details, candidates are advised to regularly check the official JOSAA website and read the information brochure carefully. This year, the authority has introduced a new feature allowing candidates to view real-time seat availability during the choice-filling period.
