The CSAB will announce (or has already started announcing, as per some reports) the results for CSAB Special Round 2 seat allotment for 2026 on August 12, 2026. This will be the last special counselling round for seat allocation in the NIT+ system post JoSAA counselling. The students can find information regarding their allotment status, institute and branch allotted, and institute-wise Opening and Closing Rank (OR-CR) from the official website csab.nic.in.
Round 2 will allocate the vacant seats in around 114 participating institutes that include 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, IIEST Shibpur, 3 SPAs, and 50+ Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). The seat allotment will be done on the basis of JEE Main 2026 ranks (All India CRL), choice locking by the candidates, category, quota (in case of Home State and Other State), gender pool, and vacant seats left after Round 1 reporting.
Highlights of CSAB Special Round 2 2026
- Conducting Body: CSAB (IIEST Shibpur)
- Participating Institutes: 114 (NITs, IIITs, IIEST, SPAs, GFTIs)
- Basis of Seat Allotment: JEE Main 2026 ranks + choices + vacant seats
- Official Website: csab.nic.in
- Website Login Details: Application Number and Password of JEE Main 2026
- Expected Announce Date: August 12, 2026 (around 5:00 PM IST)
Some education portals reported the result as declared earlier on August 12, while the official homepage continued highlighting Round 1 results closer to the scheduled time. Candidates should rely on the official portal for the authentic status.
How to Check CSAB 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment Result
- Visit the official website: csab.nic.in.
- Click on the relevant link for “DASA & CSAB Special Round-II Seat Allotment Result 2026” or the active seat allotment result option.
- Enter your JEE Main 2026 application number, password, and security PIN.
- View your allotted institute, branch/programme, and related details.
- Download and print the provisional seat allotment letter for further processes.
- Separately check the Opening & Closing Ranks (OR-CR) section for category-wise, institute-wise, and programme-wise cutoffs.
The OR-CR data covers both fresh allotments and upgrades. All ranks displayed are All India Common Rank List (CRL) ranks.
Important Post-Allotment Schedule (Round 2)
| Event | Dates |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | August 12, 2026 (around 5 PM) |
| Online Reporting (IAF-II payment, document upload, query response) | August 12 – August 14, 2026 (up to 5 PM) |
| Last date to respond to Document Verifying Officer (DVO) queries | August 17, 2026 |
| Physical reporting & balance fee payment at allotted institute | August 13 – August 18, 2026 |
Candidates who receive a new or upgraded seat must complete online reporting, including payment of Institute Admission Fee-II (IAF-II). Approximate IAF-II amounts reported in related coverage: ₹35,000 for General/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL and ₹16,000 for SC/ST/PwD (verify exact amounts on the portal). Failure to complete online reporting or respond to queries within deadlines can lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
Willingness options in Round 2 are typically limited (Freeze or Withdraw in many cases). Candidates who floated in Round 1 may see upgrades; those with no upgrade retain their Round 1 seat (subject to completing remaining formalities). Candidates with no allotment in either special round do not get a seat through CSAB Special counselling.
Opening & Closing Ranks (OR-CR)
CSAB releases institute-wise, programme-wise, category-wise, and quota-wise Opening and Closing Ranks after each round. These help students understand the rank range at which seats were allotted in that specific round. Round 2 OR-CR often shows some movement (closing ranks may go higher/numerically larger where vacancies remain) compared to Round 1, depending on reporting, withdrawals, and upgrades.
Go to OR-CR at csab.nic.in through the exclusive “Opening and Closing Ranks” option. Make sure to pick the counselling round, institute type, specific institute, course type, seat type, category and gender. Information from previous years and Round 1 information may be useful to you as rough guidelines, but the actual OR-CR will depend on real-time vacancy status.
What Should You Do Now?
- Log in as soon as you get your result and download the allotted letter.
- Make the IAF-II payment and document submission properly.
- Respond to any DVO query instantly.
- Get ready to report physically with required original documents and balance fee.
- Do check the instructions again in both your CSAB dashboard and brochure/notices.
- Always consider csab.nic.in as the only authentic source of information. Any third party information might not be updated or have slight errors.
CSAB 2026 Round 2 Result (TODAY) LIVE: Special Counselling Allotment, Opening & Closing Ranks @ csab.nic.in FAQs
When exactly is the CSAB 2026 Round 2 result expected?
It is scheduled for August 12, 2026, around 5:00 PM IST on csab.nic.in. Check the official site for live status.
Can I withdraw after Round 2 allotment?
Withdrawal options and refund rules are governed by the official CSAB information brochure and the willingness options available on the portal. Check the current rules carefully before deciding.
How do I check my CSAB Special Round 2 allotment?
Log in at csab.nic.in using your JEE Main 2026 application number and password. Look for the Round-II seat allotment result link.
Are Home State and Other State quotas applicable in CSAB?
Yes, for NITs (and applicable institutes), the Home State (HS) and Other State (OS) quotas continue to apply in CSAB special rounds, similar to JoSAA.
What if I get a seat in Round 2?
Complete online reporting (IAF-II payment + document upload) by August 14, respond to any queries by August 17, and report physically to the institute between August 13–18.
Where can I find Opening and Closing Ranks for Round 2?
On csab.nic.in in the Opening & Closing Ranks / OR-CR section. Filter by round, institute, programme, category, quota, and gender.
Is physical reporting mandatory after Round 2?
Yes. Online reporting alone is not sufficient. You must report physically at the allotted institute within the given window and pay the balance fee.
What documents are typically required for online and physical reporting?
Common requirements include JEE Main scorecard, Class 10 & 12 marksheets/certificates, category certificates (if applicable), photo ID, passport-size photographs, and the provisional allotment letter. Check your dashboard and institute-specific instructions for the exact list.
What happens if I am not allotted any seat in Round 2?
If you had a seat in Round 1 and did not withdraw, you generally retain it (subject to completing remaining formalities). Fresh candidates without any allotment do not get a seat via CSAB Special rounds.
Can my Round 1 seat be upgraded in Round 2?
Yes, if you had opted to Float and a higher-preference seat becomes available. The previous seat is automatically surrendered upon upgrade.