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NITs, IIITs & GFTIs - CSAB Special Rounds 2026

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What is CSAB?

CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) conducts special rounds after JoSAA closes to fill remaining vacant seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.

CSAB 2026 special rounds follow a similar structure to CSAB 2025, which had 3 rounds: CSAB Round 1, CSAB Round 2, and CSAB Round 3. This predictor uses the last available round cutoff for each program.

CSAB is ideal for students who missed JoSAA or want to upgrade to a better college or branch.

What this predictor covers

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NITs, IIITs & GFTIs via CSAB Special Rounds
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All categories: General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD
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JEE Main AIR rank + category rank
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CSAB 2026 cutoff data (Special Rounds)
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Home State & Other State quota for NITs
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Female supernumerary seats

Who Should Use CSAB?

CSAB is your second chance at a better college or branch

Missed JoSAA

Didn't get a seat in JoSAA or didn't participate? CSAB gives you another opportunity.

Want to Upgrade

Already have a JoSAA seat but want a better college or branch? Use CSAB to upgrade.

Borderline Rank

Your rank was slightly above JoSAA cutoffs? CSAB cutoffs are often more relaxed.

Specific College

Targeting a specific NIT or IIIT that had vacant seats after JoSAA rounds.

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Frequently Asked Questions - CSAB 2026

Everything you need to know about CSAB Special Rounds

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What is CSAB and how is it different from JoSAA?
CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) conducts special counselling rounds after JoSAA closes to fill remaining vacant seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. It is a second chance if you missed JoSAA or want to upgrade to a better college or branch.
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Which ranks do I need to enter for CSAB?
You need both your JEE Main AIR (All India Rank) and your category rank (for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, or PwD categories). General category students only need the AIR rank.
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How many rounds does CSAB have?
CSAB typically conducts 2–3 special rounds after JoSAA closes. For CSAB 2026, registration closed August 3, the SR1 result was declared August 6, and the SR2 result is expected around August 12, 2026 (CSAB 2025 had 3 special rounds). This predictor uses CSAB 2026 cutoff data to give a conservative estimate of your admission chances.
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Can I participate in CSAB if I already accepted a JoSAA seat?
Yes, you can participate in CSAB even if you accepted a JoSAA seat. However, if you accept a CSAB seat at a higher-preference college, your JoSAA seat will be cancelled. You must weigh the trade-off carefully before upgrading.
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What does Certain / Likely / Possible / Unlikely mean?
Certain - your rank is better than the 2026 CSAB opening rank.
Likely - your rank falls within the opening–closing range.
Possible - your rank is within 15% above the closing rank (possible in favorable conditions).
Unlikely - your rank is significantly above the closing rank.
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Are CSAB cutoffs the same as JoSAA cutoffs?
No. CSAB cutoffs are typically more relaxed (higher rank numbers) than JoSAA because CSAB rounds happen later and fill remaining seats. Students with ranks slightly above JoSAA cutoffs may still get admission through CSAB.
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Do I need to re-register for CSAB separately?
Yes, CSAB requires separate registration even if you participated in JoSAA. You must register on the official CSAB portal (csab.nic.in) during the registration window, pay the registration fee, and lock your choices.
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When will CSAB 2026 counselling start?
JoSAA 2026 concluded its 5 rounds on July 16, 2026, and CSAB 2026 special rounds followed after that. CSAB registration closed August 3, SR1 result was declared August 6, and the SR2 result is expected around August 12, 2026. Bookmark csab.nic.in for official updates.
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Which colleges does CSAB cover?
CSAB covers all NITs (31), IIITs (26), and GFTIs (54) participating in JoSAA — but NOT IITs. IITs only participate in JoSAA rounds. CSAB is your second opportunity to secure a seat or upgrade your branch in the NIT/IIIT/GFTI system after JoSAA rounds close.

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