CSAB 2026 Dates – Schedule for Special Round & NEUT

Complete CSAB 2026 timeline: registration, choice filling, allotment results, and institute reporting

CSAB 2026 — Overview & Timeline

CSAB 2026 counselling will begin after JoSAA 2026 concludes (expected around mid-July 2026). JoSAA 2026 starts June 2, 2026, and typically runs 6 rounds over 6 weeks. CSAB kicks off approximately 5–7 days after JoSAA Round 6 allotment results.

The CSAB 2026 process comprises two phases:

Special Round — Two sub-rounds for all eligible JEE Main 2026 candidates
NEUT Round — Supernumerary seats for North East states and Union Territory candidates

CSAB 2026 Special Round — Tentative Expected Schedule

This is an estimated timeline based on previous CSAB and JoSAA patterns. Use it for planning, but verify every final date on csab.nic.in.

Event	Expected Date (2026)
JoSAA 2026 Round 6 Results	~July 14–16, 2026
CSAB 2026 Notification Released	~July 17–18, 2026
Special Round Registration Opens	~July 18–20, 2026
Registration & Choice Filling (Sub-Round 1)	~July 18–22, 2026
Sub-Round 1 Allotment Result	~July 23–24, 2026
Freeze / Float / Withdraw (Sub-Round 1)	~July 24–25, 2026
Choice Filling (Sub-Round 2)	~July 25–27, 2026
Sub-Round 2 Allotment Result	~July 28–29, 2026
Seat Acceptance & Payment	~July 28–30, 2026
Reporting to Institute (Special Round)	~July 31 – Aug 3, 2026

CSAB 2026 NEUT Round — Tentative Expected Schedule

NEUT dates can shift depending on the official CSAB special round schedule, vacant-seat reporting and institute deadlines.

Event	Expected Date (2026)
CSAB NEUT Registration Opens	~Aug 3–5, 2026
NEUT Choice Filling	~Aug 3–6, 2026
NEUT Allotment Result	~Aug 7–8, 2026
Seat Acceptance & Payment (NEUT)	~Aug 8–10, 2026
Reporting to Institute (NEUT)	~Aug 11–14, 2026

* All dates are tentative. Official dates will be published at csab.nic.in after JoSAA 2026 concludes.

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Frequently Asked Questions – CSAB 2026 Dates

Common questions about CSAB 2026 schedule and key dates

When will CSAB 2026 registration open?

CSAB 2026 Special Round registration is expected to open in the third week of July 2026, approximately one week after JoSAA 2026 Round 6 allotment results are declared. The exact date will be notified on csab.nic.in and josaa.nic.in.

How long is the CSAB 2026 registration window?

CSAB Special Round registration typically stays open for 3–4 days. Choice filling for each sub-round is also a 2–3 day window. Candidates should be ready well in advance since the entire CSAB process is compressed into approximately 10–14 days.

What happens if I miss the CSAB 2026 registration deadline?

There is no provision to register after the deadline. If you miss the CSAB 2026 Special Round registration, you lose the opportunity for the entire Special Round. There is no late registration facility. Make sure to complete registration on the first day itself to avoid technical issues.

When does CSAB NEUT 2026 take place?

CSAB NEUT 2026 is conducted after the Special Round concludes, typically in the first week of August 2026. It is the final stage of the CSAB counselling process. Eligible NE/UT candidates who missed the Special Round can also apply for NEUT.

Will CSAB 2026 dates change from the tentative schedule?

Yes, dates can change. The tentative schedule is based on previous year patterns. Any changes will be notified on the official CSAB website (csab.nic.in). We recommend candidates bookmark the official portal and check it daily once JoSAA 2026 Round 6 results are declared.

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