JoSAA 2026 Registration (June 2): Application Form Link, How to Apply, Eligibility, Documents

JoSAA 2026 counselling registration is now closed. Students who were qualified in JEE Advanced were eligible for admission in IITs, whereas those who got ranks in JEE Main were eligible to join in counseling for admission in NITs, IIEST, IIITs, and GFTIs. While filling in the details in the registration process, students had to verify themselves by using their JEE Main application number. After successful authentication, they could login into the JoSAA portal using their application number, newly generated password, and OTP received on their registered mobile number and email ID. Once the process of registration was completed, candidates could move ahead with choice filling of JoSAA.

Candidates who want to participate in the JoSAA counseling 2026 process should register themselves via the JoSAA 2026 website. The procedure of online registration is as follows:
Step 1: New Candidate Registration

Candidates registering for the first time must verify their identity using their JEE Main 2026 credentials.

• Visit the JoSAA portal and click on "New Candidate Registration".
• Enter your JEE Main 2026 Application Number, Date of Birth, Mother's Name, and Candidate's Name.
• Submit the details and verify the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email address.
• Create a password for the JoSAA portal and complete the registration process.

Step 2: Login and Registration Confirmation

After successful registration, candidates can access the JoSAA candidate portal.

• Log in using the JEE Main 2026 Application Number and the newly created password.
• Verify the OTP sent to the registered email ID and mobile number.
• Review all displayed details, including:
  • Personal Information
  • JEE Main/JEE Advanced Details and Ranks
  • Gender
  • Nationality
  • Class 12 Passing Details
  • State of Eligibility
• If any information is incorrect, use the edit option wherever applicable. Once verified, confirm the registration.

After completing these steps, candidates can proceed to choice filling and locking.

JoSAA 2026 Choice Filling

After registering themselves, students are supposed to choose the colleges/programs that they wish to pursue in. They need to list down their preferences according to the priority and are recommended to include as many as they can, in order to increase their chances of getting admission.

JoSAA 2026 Registration Link: [To be updated]

JoSAA 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed JoSAA eligibility criteria before participating in JoSAA counselling.

Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) will begin the JoSAA 2026 counselling registration process from June 2, 2026. Candidates who have qualified JEE Advanced 2026 or secured a valid JEE Main 2026 rank will be eligible to participate. JEE Advanced scores are required for admission to IITs, while JEE Main ranks are used for admission to NITs, IIEST, IIITs, and other GFTIs.

The registration process involves authentication using JEE Main credentials, followed by login and verification of details. After completing registration, candidates can proceed with choice filling. Read this article to check complete details on JoSAA 2026 registration, eligibility, fees, required documents, and the step-by-step application process.

JoSAA counselling registration process is expected to start from June 2, 2026. Candidates must complete the registration within the given timeline to be eligible for seat allocation.

No documents are required during initial registration. However, after seat allotment, candidates need to upload:

Suggested List of Documents to be uploaded by Candidates for Registration/Online Reporting (for Admission to NIT+ System)

• Class X Mark Sheet/Certificate or Aadhaar Card or Birth Certificate (for Date of Birth)

• Class XII Mark Sheet and Certificate (Qualifying Examination)

• JEE Main admit card 2026

• Certificate of category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS), if applicable, as per Government of India format, available on the JoSAA website, issued by the competent authority.

• Original Certificate for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD), if applicable, issued by the competent authority.

• Original Certificate for persons having less than 40% disability and having difficulty in writing, if applicable

• Crossed Bank Cheque copy / Image of Passbook with bank account details

• Medical Certificate

• OCI certificate/ PIO card, if applicable

• Passport/Citizenship certificate, if applicable

List of Documents to be uploaded by Candidates for Registration/Online Reporting (for Admission to IITs)

• Class X Mark Sheet/Certificate or Aadhaar Card or Birth Certificate (for date of birth)

• Class XII Mark Sheet (Qualifying Examination)

• Certificate of category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS), if applicable

• Original Certificate for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), if applicable

• Original Certificate for persons having less than 40% disability and having difficulty in writing, if applicable 

• Crossed Bank Cheque copy / Image of Passbook with bank account details

• Medical Certificate

• OCI certificate /PIO card, if applicable

• Passport / Citizenship certificate, if applicable

Below are some important instructions that candidates must follow while registering for JoSAA 2026:

• Do not share your JoSAA login password with anyone.
• Change your login password from time to time to ensure enhanced security of your account.
• Never give your login details in reply to any email, message, or call. The authorities at JoSAA or NIC will never ask you about your login password.
• Your IP address is monitored for security and verification purposes.
• Candidates are expected to complete their registrations within the given timeline.
• Candidates failing to register in time shall be denied access to participate in the JoSAA counselling process.
  
• Visit the official website of JoSAA frequently for any new updates, counselling timings, etc.
  
• Candidates are required to enter accurate information during the filling of their application form since errors will hamper the counselling process.
  
• Keep the mobile number and e-mail ID entered by you updated at all times because they shall receive all important OTPs and notifications via SMS/E-Mail.

Following these guidelines will help make sure a smooth and secure JoSAA 2026 registration and counselling experience.

There is no fee for registering for JoSAA 2026 counselling. However, candidates who are allotted a seat must pay the prescribed seat acceptance fee, which includes the JoSAA processing fee. The processing fee becomes applicable only after a candidate receives a seat allotment and chooses to accept the allotted seat.

The processing fee is included within the overall seat acceptance fee and is not charged separately at the time of registration.

During JoSAA 2026 registration, candidates will have limited options to modify their details. Certain information imported from the JEE database cannot be changed through the JoSAA portal.

Details That Cannot Be Edited

Candidates will not be allowed to modify the following information:

• Candidate's Name

• Father's Name

• Mother's Name

• Guardian's Name

• Date of Birth

• Class 12 (or equivalent) Examination Board

• Category Details

Details That Can Be Updated

Candidates may edit the following details, wherever applicable:

• Nationality

• Year of Passing Class 12

• Place of Passing Class 12 Examination

• Passing Status of Class 12 Examination

• Gender

Therefore, candidates should carefully review all information during registration and ensure that the editable details are updated correctly before proceeding.

After JoSAA 2026 Registration

Once the registration process is completed, candidates can move on to the choice filling and locking stage through their JoSAA candidate portal. This step allows applicants to select and prioritize their preferred institutes and academic programmes.

To maximize admission opportunities, candidates are advised to fill in a large number of choices and arrange them carefully according to their actual preferences.

Before accessing the choice-filling portal, candidates must verify an OTP sent to their registered mobile number and email address. After successful verification, the list of available institutes and programmes will be displayed.

Candidates can then select:

• Institute type

• Institute name

• Programme/Course

Applicants should add as many institute and programme combinations as possible and rank them in order of preference. The final seat allotment will be based on the choices submitted, candidate rank, category, and seat availability.