JOSAA 2026 Counselling Schedule

Q: When does JOSAA 2026 counselling start?

JOSAA 2026 counselling registration is expected to begin around 25 Jun 2026. Dates are tentative — always check https://josaa.admissions.nic.in for confirmed dates.

Q: How many rounds are there in JOSAA 2026?

JOSAA 2026 has 6 counselling rounds. Conducted by Joint Seat Allocation Authority (IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs).

Joint Seat Allocation Authority (IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs)

6 RoundsOfficial Site ↗

Tentative Dates: Dates below are based on previous year patterns. Official 2026 dates will be published on https://josaa.admissions.nic.in. Always verify before acting.

Next Important Date

Round 3 Document Verification & Fee Payment — Round 3

30 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026 · Started 3 days ago

RegistrationCompleted

Online Registration & Choice Filling

25 Jun 2026

to 4 Jul 2026

Choice LockCompleted

Choice Locking Closes

4 Jul 2026

Seat AllotmentRound 1Completed

Round 1 Seat Allotment Result

8 Jul 2026

Document ReportingRound 1Completed

Round 1 Document Verification & Fee Payment

9 Jul 2026

to 14 Jul 2026

Seat AllotmentRound 2Completed

Round 2 Seat Allotment Result

19 Jul 2026

Document ReportingRound 2Completed

Round 2 Document Verification & Fee Payment

20 Jul 2026

to 24 Jul 2026

Seat AllotmentRound 3Completed

Round 3 Seat Allotment Result

29 Jul 2026

Document ReportingRound 3● Active Now

Round 3 Document Verification & Fee Payment

30 Jul 2026

to 3 Aug 2026

Seat AllotmentRound 4

Round 4 Seat Allotment Result

8 Aug 2026

6d away

Document ReportingRound 4

Round 4 Document Verification

9 Aug 2026

to 13 Aug 2026

7d away

Seat AllotmentRound 5

Round 5 Seat Allotment Result

18 Aug 2026

16d away

Document ReportingRound 5

Round 5 Document Verification

19 Aug 2026

to 23 Aug 2026

17d away

Seat AllotmentRound 6

Round 6 (Final) Seat Allotment

28 Aug 2026

26d away

Document ReportingRound 6

Round 6 Reporting to Institutes

29 Aug 2026

to 5 Sept 2026

27d away

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does JOSAA 2026 counselling start?

JOSAA 2026 counselling registration is expected around 25 Jun 2026. Dates are tentative — check https://josaa.admissions.nic.in for official confirmation.

How many rounds are there in JOSAA 2026?

JOSAA 2026 has 6 counselling rounds conducted by Joint Seat Allocation Authority (IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs).

What documents are needed for JOSAA counselling?

Typically: Class 10 & 12 marksheets, JOSAA scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), ID proof, passport photos, and provisional allotment letter. Exact documents vary by institute.