When does the JoSAA counselling for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs typically begin?

JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling is the centralized process for allocating seats in IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other GFTIs based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced ranks.

• Timeline: JoSAA counselling usually begins shortly after the declaration of JEE Advanced results.
  • JEE Advanced results are typically announced in June.
  • The JoSAA registration and choice filling process often starts within a week or two following the JEE Advanced result declaration, usually in mid to late June.
• Process Duration: The entire JoSAA counselling process, involving multiple rounds of seat allocation, document verification, and fee payment, spans over several weeks, often extending into July and sometimes early August.
• Where to Track: All information, schedules, seat matrices, opening and closing ranks, and the registration/choice filling portal are available on the official JoSAA website (josaa.nic.in).
• CSAB Special Rounds: After the completion of JoSAA rounds, if seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs remain vacant, the Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) may conduct special rounds of counselling (CSAB Special Rounds). This usually happens in August.
• Actionable Insight: If you expect to qualify JEE Main for NITs+ system or are appearing for JEE Advanced, keep a close watch on the JoSAA website from early June onwards. Familiarize yourself with the counselling procedure and previous year cutoffs to make informed choices.