JoSAA Counselling 2025: Mock Seat Allotment Out, Registration Now Open at josaa.nic.in

Published: Monday, June 9, 2025, 15:27 [IST]

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has commenced the JoSAA Counselling 2025 for admission into IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. The process began on June 3, 2025, after the JEE Advanced 2025 results were announced. Candidates who qualified in either JEE Main or JEE Advanced can now register and fill their choices online at josaa.nic.in.

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As part of the counselling process, the first mock seat allotment result was released on June 9, 2025, giving students a preview of possible seat allocation based on their current preferences.

JoSAA Counselling 2025: Important Dates

Registration & Choice Filling Start Date: June 3, 2025

Mock Seat Allotment 1: June 9, 2025
Mock Seat Allotment 2: June 11, 2025
Last Date to Lock Choices: June 12, 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
Round 1 Seat Allotment Result: June 14, 2025

How to Register and Fill Choices?

Candidates can follow these steps to participate:

Visit the official portal: josaa.nic.in
Click on "Candidate Registration & Choice Filling"
Log in using your JEE Main/Advanced application number
Fill in preferred institutes and courses
Save, review, and lock choices before the deadline

What Is the Mock Allotment?

The mock allotment helps students understand which institutes and branches they might get based on their current choices and rank. It provides clarity and allows for modification of preferences to maximize admission chances.

JoSAA Counselling Fee Details

After seat allotment, candidates are required to pay a seat acceptance fee:

₹45,000 for General/GEN-EWS/OBC
₹20,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates

The fee payment and online document upload must be done before the specified deadlines in each counselling round.

Participating Institutes in JoSAA

JoSAA 2025 covers admissions to:

23 IITs
31 NITs
26 IIITs
38 GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)

Documents Required for JoSAA Counselling

JEE Main/Advanced Admit Card
Rank Card
Class 10th & 12th Mark Sheets
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Passport-size photographs
Valid ID proof

Note: PwD candidates will need to undergo a medical examination at designated verification centers.

Counselling Options: Freeze, Float, Slide

Candidates can choose one of the following options after each round of seat allotment:

Freeze - Accept the allocated seat and exit from further rounds
Float - Accept the seat but participate in further rounds for a better choice
Slide - Accept seat in the same institute but with the possibility of a better course

Pro Tips for Candidates

Don't wait till the last moment - register and fill choices early
Use both mock allotments (June 9 and June 11) to adjust your preferences
Ensure correct documents are uploaded in the correct format
Read institute-specific requirements before finalizing choices

Final Words

The JoSAA 2025 counselling is a critical step for students aiming to join India's top engineering colleges. With the release of the mock seat allotment, candidates can now plan smarter and revise their preferences to improve their admission chances. Ensure timely registration, choice filling, and document readiness to make the most of this opportunity. The final seat allotment will begin with Round 1 on June 14, so act fast and wisely.