JoSAA Counselling 2025 is the official, centralized process for securing admission to India’s top engineering institutes—including 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 38 GFTIs—based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced results. The process begins June 3, 2025, and is entirely online, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all qualified candidates.
Key Highlights at a Glance
- Registration & Choice Filling: June 3–12, 2025
- Mock Allotments: June 9 & 11, 2025 (for preference optimization)
- First Seat Allotment: June 14, 2025
- Multiple Rounds: Usually 6–7 rounds, followed by CSAB special rounds for NIT+ if seats remain
- Participating Institutes: 118+ (IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs)
Step-by-Step JoSAA Counselling Process
- Online Registration
- Register at [josaa.nic.in] using your JEE Main or Advanced credentials.
- Verify your details; only contact information can be edited at this stage.
- Choice Filling & Locking
- Select and rank your preferred institutes and courses.Modify choices until the deadline, then lock them to proceed.
- Use mock allotments to refine your choices based on simulated results.
- Seat Allotment Rounds
- JoSAA allocates seats based on your rank, category, and preferences.
- Options after allotment:
- Freeze: Accept the seat and exit further rounds.
- Float: Accept the seat but remain eligible for upgrades in future rounds.
- Slide: Accept the seat but seek a better course in the same institute.
- Seat Acceptance Fee & Document Upload
- Pay the seat acceptance fee (₹35,000 for General/OBC, ₹15,000 for SC/ST/PwD).
- Upload scanned copies of required documents for online verification.
- Online Reporting
- Confirm your seat and complete document verification online.
- If documents are not verified or not uploaded correctly, your seat may be forfeited.
- Final Reporting at Institute
- After the final round, report physically to your allotted institute, pay the balance fee, and complete admission formalities.
Documents Required for JoSAA Counselling 2025
- JEE Main/Advanced Admit Card and Rank Card
- Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Passport-size photographs
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS, if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Medical Certificate in prescribed format
- Seat Allotment Letter
- Proof of seat acceptance fee payment
Tip: All documents must be uploaded in the prescribed formats. Download official certificate templates from the JoSAA portal to avoid rejection.
Eligibility Criteria
- For IITs: Must qualify JEE Advanced 2025 and meet minimum cut-off marks.
- For NITs, IIITs, GFTIs: Must qualify JEE Main 2025 and meet respective institute cut-offs.
JoSAA Counselling 2025 Schedule (Key Dates)
| Event | Date Range |
| Registration & Choice Filling | June 3 – June 12 |
| Mock Allotment 1 | June 9 |
| Mock Allotment 2 | June 11 |
| Final Choice Locking | June 12 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 14 |
| Online Reporting (Round 1) | June 14 – 18 |
| Further Rounds | June – July 2025 |
Dates are subject to change; always check josaa.nic.in for the latest updates.
Expert Tips for a Smooth Counselling Experience
- Start Early: Register and fill choices as soon as the portal opens to avoid last-minute issues.
- Use Mock Allotments: Adjust your preferences based on mock results to maximize your chances.
- Check Cut-Offs: Refer to previous years’ opening and closing ranks for realistic choices.
- Document Readiness: Scan and prepare all required documents in advance. Use official formats for certificates.
- Stay Updated: Regularly visit the official JoSAA website for notifications and FAQs.
- Respond Promptly: Address any document verification queries quickly to avoid seat cancellation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What if I miss a deadline?
Missing deadlines can lead to disqualification from the current round or the entire process. - Can I participate in CSAB if I don’t get a seat through JoSAA?
Yes, CSAB conducts special rounds for NIT+ system after JoSAA rounds conclude. - How many institutes can I choose?
You can list as many institutes and courses as you wish, in order of preference
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