JoSAA Counselling 2025: Complete Schedule, Seat Allotment Rounds, and Admission Process for IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs

JoSAA Counselling 2025 is the centralized admission process for over 62,000 B.Tech seats in 121 top engineering institutes across India, including IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Managed by the Ministry of Education, it involves six rounds of seat allocation based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced ranks.

Key steps include registration, choice filling, mock allotments, seat locking, allotment, fee payment, and document verification. Round 2 results have been released, and candidates must complete online reporting and respond to queries within deadlines. Stay updated via the official website, josaa.nic.in, and refer to AUBSP for expert guidance and timely updates.

JoSAA Counselling 2025: Your Comprehensive Guide to IIT & NIT+ Admissions

Welcome to your detailed guide on JoSAA Counselling 2025, brought to you by AUBSP — your trusted source for authentic and up-to-date educational guidance. The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) conducts the centralized counselling process for admission to 121 premier engineering institutions across India, including the IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. This year’s counselling has already commenced and is moving rapidly through its rounds.

Whether you’re targeting an IIT or looking at a prestigious NIT or IIIT, understanding the counselling process is key. This article walks you through everything — from key dates and counselling steps to tips on navigating seat allocation.

What is JoSAA?

JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) is an initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It streamlines the admission process for candidates who qualify for JEE Main or JEE Advanced, ensuring transparency and efficiency. JoSAA combines the counselling procedures of various institutes into a single, unified platform, simplifying admissions to over 62,000 engineering seats.

JoSAA Counselling 2025 Schedule

Stay updated with the revised official JoSAA schedule. AUBSP recommends bookmarking these important dates to avoid missing any deadline.

Key Counselling Dates (Round-Wise)

How to Check JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment 2025

Step-by-step guide from AUBSP:

1. Visit josaa.nic.in.
2. Click on “View Seat Allocation – Round 2”.
3. Log in using your JEE Main 2025 application number and password.
4. Enter the security pin as shown.
5. Submit the form and view your seat allotment status.
6. Download and print the result for future use.

JoSAA Counselling 2025 Process Explained

1. Registration & Choice Filling

Candidates begin by registering on the JoSAA portal using their JEE credentials. You can list multiple programs and institutes to improve your chances. There is no registration fee.

2. Mock Seat Allocation

Two mock rounds help candidates adjust preferences based on possible outcomes. This ensures informed decision-making before final submission.

3. Choice Locking

Lock your final choices by June 12, 2025. Remember — locked choices cannot be edited.

4. Seat Allotment

JoSAA uses multiple criteria for seat allocation:

• AIR in JEE Main/Advanced
• Category
• Gender
• Seat type (Open/EWS/OBC-NCL/etc.)
• Candidate’s preferences
• Seat availability

5. Accepting the Seat

You can select:

• Freeze: Accept current seat, no further consideration.
• Float: Consider higher preferences in future rounds.
• Slide: Consider higher preference within same institute.

6. Online Reporting

Pay seat acceptance fees and upload necessary documents:

• ₹15,000 for SC/ST/PwD categories.
• ₹30,000 for General/OBC/EWS categories.

7. Document Verification

Institutes verify uploaded documents during online reporting. Only after successful verification is your admission confirmed.

Understanding Opening and Closing Ranks

JoSAA publishes Opening and Closing Ranks after every round. These ranks are helpful benchmarks for students to:

• Estimate chances of admission.
• Make informed choices in future rounds.

How to Use:

Visit josaa.admissions.nic.in and filter by:

• Institute name
• Program
• Round number
• Category and seat type

Note by AUBSP:

• “Open” category ranks reflect Common Rank List (CRL).
• PwD ranks are category-specific (e.g., OBC-NCL-PwD).

Participating Institutes in JoSAA 2025

AUBSP’s Key Tips for JoSAA 2025 Candidates

• ✅ Check deadlines regularly: Stay tuned to josaa.nic.in for the latest.
• ✅ Be honest: Ensure all academic and personal data is accurate.
• ✅ Smart preference filling: List institutes/programs based on realistic rank and interest.
• ✅ Understand seat options: Use Freeze, Float, or Slide strategically.
• ✅ Document preparedness: Upload clear and correct documents during online reporting.

FAQs on JoSAA Counselling 2025

What is JoSAA Counselling 2025?
JoSAA Counselling 2025 is a centralized seat allocation process for admissions to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced scores.

Who conducts JoSAA counselling?
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA), established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, conducts the counselling.

Which exams are required for JoSAA counselling eligibility?
Candidates must qualify JEE Main for NIT+, IIITs, and GFTIs, or JEE Advanced for IITs.

How many institutes participate in JoSAA 2025?
A total of 121 institutes: 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 47 GFTIs.

What is the total number of B.Tech seats available through JoSAA?
Approximately 62,853 seats are available across participating institutes.

Is JoSAA counselling conducted online or offline?
The entire JoSAA counselling process is conducted online through the official portal josaa.nic.in.

What are the key dates for JoSAA Counselling 2025?
Registration began on June 3, 2025, and Round 6 (final round for IITs) concludes on July 20, 2025.

What is the seat acceptance fee for JoSAA 2025?
₹15,000 for reserved and PwD categories; ₹30,000 for all other candidates.

What is the difference between Freeze, Float, and Slide options?
Freeze: Accept current seat.
Float: Consider higher choices in future rounds across institutes.
Slide: Consider higher choices within the same institute.

How do I check my seat allotment result?
Log in at josaa.nic.in using your JEE credentials, and check the result under “View Seat Allocation.”

Is there any fee for JoSAA registration or choice filling?
No, registration and choice filling are completely free.

Can I edit my choices after locking them?
No, once choices are locked, they cannot be changed.

How many rounds are there in JoSAA Counselling 2025?
There are 6 rounds of seat allocation.

What is a mock seat allocation?
Mock seat allocation helps candidates understand probable outcomes before final choice locking.

When were the mock seat allocations for 2025 released?
Mock Round 1 was released on June 9, and Mock Round 2 on June 11, 2025.

What documents are required for online reporting?
Documents typically include JEE scorecard, admit card, photo ID, class 10 & 12 certificates, category certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photo.

What happens after online reporting?
After online reporting, your documents are verified. If successful, your admission is confirmed provisionally.

What if I miss the reporting deadline?
Missing deadlines may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat and disqualification from further rounds.

What is partial admission fee (PAF) payment?
It is a final admission step for NIT+ system post-JoSAA rounds to confirm your seat. It’s required between July 23 and July 27, 2025.

Can I withdraw from JoSAA after accepting a seat?
Yes, you can withdraw during specified withdrawal windows. No further rounds will be allowed after withdrawal.

How do I resolve payment issues?
JoSAA provides a specific date for resolving fee payment issues for each round through the portal.

Where can I check previous years’ opening and closing ranks?
On the official site josaa.admissions.nic.in using the “Opening and Closing Ranks” feature.

What do Opening and Closing Ranks mean?
Opening Rank is the first rank admitted; Closing Rank is the last rank admitted for a particular course and category.

Are PwD candidates provided separate rank lists?
Yes, PwD candidates have separate category-wise ranks used during seat allotment.

Is JoSAA counselling compulsory for IIT or NIT admission?
Yes, admission to any IIT, NIT, IIIT, or GFTI through JEE requires participation in JoSAA counselling.

Can I participate in CSAB after JoSAA?
Yes, CSAB conducts special rounds after JoSAA counselling for NIT+, IIITs, and GFTIs only—not IITs.

Can I change my category or personal details during counselling?
No, personal details and category data are auto-fetched from JEE registration and cannot be modified.

What is the role of JoSAA in ensuring seat allotment fairness?
JoSAA uses a standardized, transparent algorithm that considers rank, category, preferences, and seat availability.

Will I get a refund if I withdraw my seat?
Yes, but a processing fee may be deducted as per JoSAA refund policies.

Is physical reporting required at any stage?
No physical reporting is needed during JoSAA rounds. However, some institutes may require it later for final admission.

Can foreign nationals apply through JoSAA?
No, foreign nationals cannot apply via JoSAA. They must follow DASA or direct institute-specific processes.

The JoSAA Counselling 2025 process is a crucial juncture for engineering aspirants across India. It determines admission to the nation’s most esteemed technical institutions, and being well-informed is the best way to succeed.

AUBSP encourage candidates to follow this guide closely, stay updated with official notifications, and most importantly — approach each round strategically. Your dream college could be just a few smart steps away.

Stay focused. Stay informed. Secure your seat with JoSAA 2025.