The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has started the 2026 Counselling Registration and Choice Filling process today, June 2, 2026, from 5:00 PM IST for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Candidates with valid JEE Main 2026 and/or JEE Advanced 2026 ranks can participate in the counselling process.
Official Portal
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Registration & Choice Filling Begins | 2 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Mock Seat Allocation 1 | 8 June 2026 |
| Mock Seat Allocation 2 | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration & Choice Filling | 11 June 2026 |
| Choice Locking Deadline | 11 June 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | Expected after choice filling closes |
The registration and choice-filling window remains open until 11 June 2026.
How to Register for JoSAA 2026
- Visit the official JoSAA portal.
- Login using JEE Main 2026 or JEE Advanced 2026 credentials.
- Verify personal and academic details.
- Fill and arrange institute/course preferences.
- Save and review choices carefully.
- Lock choices before the deadline.
- Download and keep a copy of the locked choices for future reference.
Documents Required
Students should keep the following documents ready:
- JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
- JEE Main Rank Card / Scorecard
- JEE Advanced 2026 Rank Card (if applicable)
- Class 10 Marksheet/Certificate
- Class 12 Marksheet/Certificate
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS, if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photographs
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- Medical Certificate (if required by institute)
- Seat Acceptance Documents during reporting stage
JoSAA Counselling Fees
There is no separate registration fee for JoSAA counselling registration and choice filling. However, candidates allotted a seat must pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) during the allotment process as prescribed by JoSAA. The exact fee depends on category and institute guidelines.
Participating Institutes
Admissions through JoSAA 2026 are conducted for:
- 23 IITs
- 31 NITs
- 26 IIITs
- Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)
More than 62,000 engineering seats are available through the counselling process.
Important Tips for Students
- Fill maximum possible choices in preferred order.
- Do not wait until the last day for choice locking.
- Check mock allotment results and modify preferences strategically.
- Keep scanned documents ready for online reporting.
- Verify category certificates are valid and updated.
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Registration TODAY: Choice Filling Link, Documents Required, Fees, Last Date FAQs
When did JoSAA 2026 registration start?
JoSAA 2026 registration and choice filling started on 2 June 2026 at 5:00 PM IST.
What is the last date for JoSAA 2026 choice filling?
The last date to complete registration and choice filling is 11 June 2026.
Who can participate in JoSAA counselling?
Candidates having valid JEE Main 2026 or JEE Advanced 2026 ranks are eligible as per JoSAA rules.
Is there any JoSAA registration fee?
There is generally no separate registration fee for choice filling, but candidates must pay the prescribed Seat Acceptance Fee after allotment.
Can I change my choices after submission?
Yes. Candidates can modify choices multiple times before the final choice-locking deadline. After locking, no changes are allowed.