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JEE Main Counselling 2026 - JoSAA will announce the JEE Main 2026 counselling schedule on the official website, josaa.nic.in. The JEE Main counselling 2026 registration will begin in June 2026. The JEE Main counselling process will comprise registration, choice filling, seat allotment and reporting to allotted institutes. Only candidates who have a valid JEE Main 2026 result will be eligible to apply for JoSAA 2026 counselling. The sessions will be conducted for admission to NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. Additionally, aspirants can also check the total number of seats through JEE Main 2026 seat matrix on the JoSAA website.
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The authority will announce the JEE Main 2026 counselling dates online. Candidates can find the JEE Main counselling schedule in the table below.
Event | Date |
JEE (Main) 2026 Result date | April 2026 |
JEE (Advanced) 2026 Results declared | June 2026 |
Candidate registration/choice filling for academic programs under JoSAA starts | June 2026 |
Pre-payment of JoSAA seat acceptance fee begins | June 2026 |
AAT 2026 choice begins for qualified candidates | June 2026 |
Display of Mock Seat Allocation – 1 | June 2026 |
Display of Mock Seat Allocation – 2 | June 2026 |
Last date to register and fill choices; the system locks choices | June 2026 |
Pre-payment of JoSAA seat acceptance fee ends | June 2026 |
Data reconciliation and verification by JoSAA | June 2026 |
| Round 1 | |
Seat Allocation – Round 1 | June 2026 |
Online reporting: fee payment / document upload / response (Round 1) | June 2026 |
Last date for fee payment (Round 1) | June 2026 |
| Resolution of Fee Payment Issues for Candidates who have made Payment Attempts before the payment deadline | June 2026 |
Last date to respond to query (Round 1) | June 2026 |
| Round 2 | |
Seat Allocation – Round 2 | June 2026 |
Online reporting: fee payment / document upload / response (Round 2) | June 2026 |
Last date for fee payment (Round 2) | June 2026 |
| Resolution of fee payment issue | June 2026 |
Last date to respond to query (Round 2) | June 2026 |
| Initiation of Withdrawal of seat / Exit from seat allocation process (Round 2) | June 2026 |
| Last day to respond to Withdrawal Query | July 2026 |
| Round 3 | |
Seat Allocation – Round 3 | July 2026 |
Online reporting: fee payment / document upload / response (Round 3) | July 2026 |
Last date for fee payment (Round 3) | July 2026 |
| Resolution of Fee Payment Issues, if any / Last day to respond to queries | July 2026 |
| Initiation of Withdrawal of seat / Exit from seat allocation process (Round 3) | July 2026 |
| Last day to respond to Withdrawal Query | July 2026 |
| Round 4 | |
Seat Allocation – Round 4 | July 2026 |
Online reporting: fee payment / document upload / response (Round 4) | July 2026 |
Last date for fee payment (Round 4) | July 2026 |
| Resolution of fee payment | July 2026 |
Initiation of Withdrawal of seat / Exit from seat allocation process (Round 4) | July 2026 |
Last date to respond to withdrawal query (Round 4) | July 2026 |
| Round 5 | |
Seat Allocation – Round 5 | July 2026 |
Online reporting: fee payment / document upload / response (Round 5) | July 2026 |
Last date for fee payment (Round 5) | July 2026 |
| Resolution of fee payment | July 2026 |
| Initiation of Withdrawal of seat / Exit from seat allocation process (Round 5) | July 2026 |
Last date to respond to query (Round 5) | July 2026 |
| Round 6 – For IITs and NIT+ system | |
Final Seat Allocation (Round 6 – Only for IITs) | July 2026 |
Online reporting: fee payment / document upload / response (Final Round for IITs) | July 2026 |
Last date for fee payment (Final Round for IITs) | July 2026 |
Last date to respond to query (Final Round for IITs) | July 2026 |
| NIT+ system begins | |
Withdrawal of seat / final admission process for NIT+ system begins | July 2026 |
Last date of seat withdrawal / final reporting at allotted NIT+ institutes | July 2026 |
Last date of final admission at allotted NIT+ system institutes | July 2026 |
Candidates will have to fulfil the JEE Main counselling 2026 eligibility criteria before applying for the counselling process. The counselling of JEE Main 2026 will comprise various steps. Below are the detailed steps that will be followed during the JEE Mains Counselling 2026 process.
Step 1- JEE Main Counselling Registration: The first step for the JEE Mains 2026 counselling is registration. Candidates need to register by logging into the candidate portal on the official website of JoSAA 2026. The JEE Main application number and password are the credentials to access the candidates portal. Upon successful login, the candidates' details will automatically be fetched from the NTA JEE Main 2026 database. Students must verify all the details before completing the JEE Mains 2026 counselling registration.
Step 2- Choice filling: After completing the registration process, candidates will have to fill in their choice of institute and courses. Students are advised to select as many choices as they can as this will increase the chances of admission.
Step 3- Mock seat allotment and locking of choices: The authorities will release two mock seat allotment for JEE Main 2026 to help candidates know their chances of admission into the institutes. The mock seat allotment process will help the candidates understand which seats can be allotted to them based on their preference list. Candidates will also be able to edit their preferences based on the mock allotment.
Step 4- Final seat allotment: JoSAA will conduct a total of six rounds of seat allotment. The seat allotment process of JoSAA 2026 will be based on merit, category, selected preferences, and availability of seats. JoSAA seat allotment 2026 will be released online. All the seat-allotted candidates will be able to download the provisional seat allotment letter and an e-challan to remit the seat acceptance fee online mode.
Candidates will be given three options available after the JEE Mains seat allotment is done:
Freeze - When the candidate is satisfied with the allotted seat and does not wish to participate in further rounds of counselling.
Float - When the candidate is satisfied with the seat but would like to be considered for other institutes during the future rounds of seat allocation.
Slide - When the candidate has accepted the seat allotted but is also open for admission into a higher preferred course in the same institute.
Step 5- Payment of seat acceptance fee: Candidates who will be allotted seats will have to pay the JEE Main 2026 seat acceptance fee through e-challan or SBI net banking. Note that the seat acceptance fee will vary depending on the category of the candidate. After accepting the seat, candidates will have to report to the allotted institute for document verification.
Category | Amount |
|---|---|
SC/ ST/ ST-PwD/ SC-PwD/ OBC-NCL-PwD/ GEN-PwD | Rs 20,000 |
Candidates belonging to other categories | Rs 45,000 |
Candidates who have been allotted seats have to report to the allotted institutes. While reporting to the institutes, candidates need to carry the important documents. Below is the list of documents required for JEE Main Counselling 2026.
JEE Main 2026 seat allotment letter
Three passport-size photographs (have to be the same as uploaded during registration).
A government-issued photo identity card.
JEE Main seat acceptance receipt.
Birth certificate
Class 12 Mark sheet
Category certificate (if applicable).
| Institutes | Number of Institutes |
|---|---|
National Institute of Technology | 32 |
Indian Institute of Information Technology | 26 |
Government Funded Technical Institutes | 38 |
After completing the JoSAA counselling, the authorities will conduct the JEE Main 2026 Special Round Counselling. The JEE Main special round counselling will be held for admission to NITs, IIEST, IIITs, and GFTIs. To participate in the special round of counselling, candidates have to register separately for CSAB.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
JEE Main 2026 counselling registration will begin in June 3, 2026.
JEE Main counselling will be conducted in online mode. Candidates will have to register online to participate in the counselling process.
Candidates who meet the JEE Main cutoff will be eligible for counselling.
The authority will announce the JEE Main 2026 seat allotment dates on the official website.
Yes, the authority considers the JEE Main 2026 scores and rank for the JoSAA 2026 counselling.
On Question asked by student community
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If you want to get admission in IIT Delhi, then you will score well in JEE Advanced. Only the JEE Mains score is not sufficient to get admission in the IIT Delhi. You need to score 250+ marks for the general category in CSE. For the reservation category, you also need to score much higher marks and give your best performance. If you score quite well in JEE Advanced, then you will have a chance to get admission through JOSAA counselling.
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To score good marks in JEE Mains, you need a strong plan, consistent study habits and smart practice. First, finish the entire JEE syllabus from NCERT Class 11 and 12 textbooks, because these are the foundation for questions asked in the exam. After completing the basics, choose good quality reference books for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics to build problem-solving skills and deepen your understanding. Make a weekly study plan where each day is divided into theory study, problem practice and revision of earlier topics.
Regularly solve previous years’ JEE Main papers and take timed mock tests to improve your speed and accuracy. Analyse every test you take, understand your mistakes and work on weak areas instead of only doing new questions. In subjects like Physics and Mathematics, practising a variety of numerical problems is important, while in Chemistry focus on concepts and reactions that are frequently asked. Revision is crucial, so dedicate time every week to revisit older topics and short notes that you make while preparing.
Stay consistent, avoid last-minute cramming, and maintain good health with adequate sleep and breaks during study. With disciplined planning, regular practice and careful revision, you can significantly improve your JEE Main score. All the best.
Achieving a JEE Rank of below 100 in JEE Main and Advanced 2027 requires a disciplined, two-year preparation strategy starting from Class 11. Your study plan must integrate competitive exam preparation with your school academics:
Syllabus Completion: Dedicate this year to rigorously completing the entire Class 11 NCERT syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Focus heavily on fundamental topics like Mechanics (Physics), General Organic Chemistry (GOC) and Chemical Bonding (Chemistry), and Calculus basics (Maths).
Concept Mastery: Do not rush. Master concepts thoroughly before moving to problems. Use standard JEE reference books and ensure you solve all NCERT examples and exercises first.
Practice: Allocate 60% of your study time to concept building and 40% to problem-solving. Practice JEE Main Previous Year Questions (PYQs) immediately after completing a chapter to gauge the exam pattern.
Advanced Topics: Complete the Class 12 syllabus by November 2026, focusing on high-weightage topics like Electrostatics, Modern Physics, and Electrochemistry.
Revision & Mocks: Reserve the period from December 2026 to January 2027 solely for mock tests and revision. Start taking full-length JEE Main mock tests (3 per week) under strict timed conditions. Analyze each mock test thoroughly to eliminate repeated errors.
Target JEE Advanced: After the JEE Main attempts in early 2027, shift focus entirely to JEE Advanced PYQs and challenging, multi-concept problems, taking at least 2 JEE Advanced mock tests per week.
A detailed subject-wise study plan and additional tips on effective JEE preparation starting from Class 11 can be found here: https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-preparation-from-class-11
The last 30 days before the JEE Main exam should be dedicated entirely to revision, practice, and error analysis, shifting focus away from learning new concepts.
Here is a concise, 30-day study plan to maximize your score:
Prioritize High-Weightage Topics: Spend 70% of your revision time reviewing the most scoring and frequently tested chapters (e.g., Modern Physics, Chemical Kinetics, p-Block elements, Vectors & 3D Geometry). Use your short notes and flashcards for quick review, focusing on formulas, key mechanisms, and definitions.
Physics & Maths: Master all formulas and derivations. Practice at least 20 numerical problems daily, emphasizing speed and calculation accuracy.
Chemistry: Dedicate 50% of your Chemistry time to Inorganic (NCERT-based) and Organic (name reactions, reagents, mechanisms) concepts.
Daily Mock Test: Solve one full-length JEE Main Mock Test every day (3 hours) under strict exam conditions (9 AM–12 PM or 3 PM–6 PM).
Error Analysis (Crucial): Immediately after the test, spend 2-3 hours analyzing your performance:
Identify every incorrect or unattempted question.
Determine the reason for the error (Conceptual mistake, calculation error, or time pressure).
Revisit the concept from your notes/NCERT text to correct the mistake permanently.
Stop Learning New Topics: Absolutely avoid picking up new, complex chapters.
PYQ Sprint: Revisit only the last 3 years' JEE Main Previous Year Questions (PYQs). Mark any previously incorrect questions and solve them again.
Mindset: Focus on maintaining confidence, getting proper sleep, and using the revision breaks for physical activity to keep your mind fresh.
You can find more detailed subject-wise tips and psychological strategies here: https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-preparation-tips
The most effective way to prepare for JEE Main 2026 is by focusing on the most important Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs), which highlight high-weightage and frequently repeated questions across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Since the exam strongly tests NCERT concepts, mastering these PYQs is essential for predicting the question pattern and improving your time management. https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-mains-chapterwise-pyq-previous-year-questions-solutions-pdf
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