Along with registration, the JoSAA 2026 Choice Filling Window will also open today. Candidates must note that the registration and choice-filling facility will be available only once during the counselling cycle and will not reopen separately for each round. Therefore, students are advised to complete all formalities carefully within the stipulated timeline.
The entire counselling process will be conducted online through the official JoSAA portal.
JoSAA 2026 Registration and Choice Filling Starts Today
Candidates seeking admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, IIEST, and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) can begin their registration process from today evening.
Students who qualify JEE Advanced 2026 will be eligible for admissions to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), while admissions to NITs, IIITs, IIEST, and other GFTIs will be based on JEE Main 2026 ranks.
Once registration is completed, candidates can immediately proceed to select and arrange their preferred institutes and academic programmes through the choice-filling facility.
JoSAA 2026 Registration & Choice Filling Last Date
The registration and choice-filling process will remain active until June 11, 2026, 5:00 PM.
Candidates should remember that JoSAA generally does not extend the registration deadline. Therefore, applicants are strongly advised to complete registration, verify details, fill choices, and lock preferences before the closing date.
Important Note
Failure to complete the process before the deadline may result in candidates losing the opportunity to participate in seat allocation rounds.
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Schedule
Candidates can check the major dates related to registration and choice filling below:
JoSAA 2026 Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 2, 2026 (Today) at 5 PM | JoSAA Counselling Registration and Choice Filling Begins |
| June 11, 2026 at 5 PM | Registration and Choice Filling Ends |
| June 8, 2026 | Display of Mock Seat Allocation – 1 |
| June 10, 2026 | Display of Mock Seat Allocation – 2 |
The mock seat allocation rounds help candidates understand their probable admission chances based on the choices submitted and ranks obtained.
Who Can Register for JoSAA 2026?
The counselling process is open to:
- Candidates with valid JEE Main 2026 ranks
- Candidates with valid JEE Advanced 2026 ranks
- Students seeking admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, IIEST, and GFTIs
Candidates must ensure that all personal and academic information used during registration matches the details submitted during JEE Main or JEE Advanced applications.
How to Register for JoSAA 2026?
The registration process consists of multiple stages. Candidates should follow the steps carefully to avoid errors.
Step 1: New Candidate Registration
- Visit the official JoSAA counselling portal.
- Click on the “New Candidate Registration” option.
- Authenticate yourself using JEE Main 2026 credentials.
- Enter:
- JEE Main 2026 Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Mother's Name
- Candidate's Name
- Submit the details.
- Verify the OTP received on the registered mobile number and email address.
- Create a new password for the JoSAA candidate portal.
- Complete the registration process.
Step 2: Login to the Candidate Portal
After successful registration:
- Log in using:
- JEE Main 2026 Application Number
- Newly created JoSAA password
- Verify OTP sent to the registered contact details.
- Carefully review all personal, category, and rank information displayed.
- If any corrections are required, use the edit option where permitted.
- Confirm the registration details and proceed further.
JoSAA 2026 Choice Filling Process
Once registration is completed, candidates can begin filling their institute and programme preferences.
How to Fill Choices?
- Access the Choice Filling section.
- Verify OTP sent to the registered mobile number.
- Browse available institutes and academic programmes.
- Select preferred choices using the “Add” option.
- Arrange institutes and branches in order of preference.
- Candidates may add as many choices as they wish.
- Review the preference list thoroughly before final submission.
Choice Locking is Mandatory
One of the most important steps in JoSAA counselling is choice locking.
Candidates must lock their final choices before June 11, 2026.
What Happens If Choices Are Not Locked?
If a candidate fails to lock choices manually before the deadline:
- The system will automatically lock the last saved choices.
- Those automatically locked preferences will be considered for seat allocation in all counselling rounds.
Even though auto-locking is available, candidates are advised to manually verify and lock choices to avoid mistakes.
Documents Required for JoSAA 2026 Registration
Candidates should keep the following information and documents ready:
- JEE Main 2026 Application Number
- JEE Advanced 2026 Roll Number (for IIT aspirants)
- Date of Birth Details
- Registered Mobile Number
- Registered Email ID
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Identity Proof
- Academic Details
Additional documents may be required during seat acceptance and reporting stages.
Why Mock Seat Allocation is Important
JoSAA conducts two mock seat allocations before the final seat allotment rounds.
Mock Seat Allocation – 1
Date: June 8, 2026
Mock Seat Allocation – 2
Date: June 10, 2026
These mock allotments allow candidates to:
- Assess their admission prospects.
- Reorder preferences if required.
- Make informed decisions before final choice locking.
- Improve chances of obtaining a preferred institute or branch.
JoSAA 2026 Registration Link to be Activated Today
The official registration and choice-filling link will become active on the JoSAA counselling portal today, June 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Eligible candidates are encouraged to complete the process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues and server congestion.
JoSAA 2026 FAQs
Q1. When will JoSAA 2026 registration start?
JoSAA 2026 registration and choice filling will begin on June 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Q2. What is the last date for JoSAA 2026 registration?
The last date to complete registration and choice filling is June 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Q3. Is JoSAA registration required for IIT admissions?
Yes. Candidates seeking admission to IITs through JEE Advanced 2026 must participate in JoSAA counselling.
Q4. Can candidates modify their choices after submission?
Yes. Candidates can modify preferences until the choice-locking deadline.
Q5. Is choice locking compulsory?
Yes. Candidates should lock their choices before the deadline. If not locked manually, the system will automatically lock the last saved choices.
Q6. What institutes participate in JoSAA counselling?
Admissions are offered to:
- IITs
- NITs
- IIITs
- IIEST
- Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)