JAC Chandigarh 2027
Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Chandigarh counselling for B.E./B.Tech and B.Arch
JAC Chandigarh is the joint counselling for engineering and architecture seats in Chandigarh institutes such as UIET, CCET and CCA. There is no separate entrance exam: merit comes from the JEE Main All India Rank.
- Conducted by
- Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Chandigarh (Chandigarh Administration and Panjab University)
- Mode
- Online counselling (registration, choice filling, allotment); no separate entrance test, merit is taken from JEE Main
- Frequency
- Annual counselling cycle
- Duration
- Not applicable (counselling runs for roughly two months across five rounds)
JAC Chandigarh 2027: Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official Joint Admission Committee notices
JAC Chandigarh is a counselling process, not an exam. This page covers the 2027 cycle using the 2026 process as the reference.
About JAC Chandigarh
JAC Chandigarh is the Joint Admission Committee that runs counselling for engineering and architecture seats in Chandigarh institutes such as UIET, CCET and CCA. It does not conduct an entrance test. Merit is taken from the JEE Main All India Rank, so candidates must first appear in JEE Main. It suits students who want a government engineering seat in Chandigarh, with seats divided between Chandigarh and other categories as per the brochure. In 2026, registration ran from 14 May to 21 June 2026. The 2027 schedule has not been released yet.
JAC Chandigarh 2027 at a glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Chandigarh counselling for B.E./B.Tech and B.Arch |
| Conducted by | Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Chandigarh (Chandigarh Administration and Panjab University) |
| Frequency | Annual counselling cycle |
| Mode | Online counselling (registration, choice filling, allotment); no separate entrance test, merit is taken from JEE Main |
| Duration | Not applicable (counselling runs for roughly two months across five rounds) |
| Language | Not applicable |
| Courses | B.E./B.Tech, Integrated B.E. (Chemical)-MBA and B.Arch |
| Accepted by | UIET Chandigarh, CCET Chandigarh, Dr. SSB University Institute of Chemical Engineering and Technology (SSBUICET), Chandigarh College of Architecture (CCA) and UIET Panjab University Swami Sarvanand Giri Regional Centre, Hoshiarpur |
| Official website | jacchd.admissions.nic.in |
Key dates
JAC Chandigarh 2027 registration
Expected May to June 2027
JAC Chandigarh 2027 rounds
Expected July to August 2027
What JAC Chandigarh is
The Joint Admission Committee Chandigarh runs a single online counselling for undergraduate engineering and architecture seats in a set of institutes in Chandigarh and the Panjab University system. Candidates register once, fill choices of institute and branch, and are allotted seats on the basis of their JEE Main rank, category and quota.
Because no separate test is held, this hub has no exam pattern, syllabus or admit card tab. Everything depends on your JEE Main result, which is issued by the NTA.
Two quotas
Candidates may apply under the Chandigarh Quota (which needs proof of study from a Chandigarh school) and the All India Quota, depending on eligibility. Read the information bulletin for the exact conditions.
Participating institutes
Seat counts change each year and the official site did not list them on its home page. Use the seat matrix in the current information bulletin instead of third party totals.
- University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Panjab University, Chandigarh
- Chandigarh College of Engineering and Technology (CCET), Sector 26
- Dr. S.S. Bhatnagar University Institute of Chemical Engineering and Technology (SSBUICET)
- Chandigarh College of Architecture (CCA) for B.Arch
- UIET Panjab University Swami Sarvanand Giri Regional Centre (PUSSGRC), Hoshiarpur
Key facts at a glance
| Item | Detail (2026 cycle) |
|---|---|
| Merit rank | JEE Main 2026 All India Rank; Paper 2A rank for B.Arch |
| Application mode | Online, with scanned documents uploaded |
| Counselling fee | Rs 2,800 (General/OBC), Rs 1,400 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Seat acceptance fee | Rs 40,000 after allotment (2026 information bulletin) |
| Number of rounds | Three regular rounds, a special round and a spot round |
| Official portal | jacchd.admissions.nic.in (NIC-hosted, Chandigarh Administration) |
Source: JAC Chandigarh 2026 information bulletin and counselling schedule on jacchd.admissions.nic.in. jacchandigarh.in is a third-party site, not the official portal.
Explore JAC Chandigarh 2027
- JAC Chandigarh DatesRegistration, exam and result timeline
- JAC Chandigarh Application FormSteps, fee, documents and photo rules
- JAC Chandigarh EligibilityWho can apply, attempts and age
- JAC Chandigarh ResultScorecard, rank and what comes next
- JAC Chandigarh CutoffQualifying marks and admission cutoffs
- JAC Chandigarh CounsellingRounds, choice filling and documents
- JAC Chandigarh PreparationStudy plan, strategy and mistakes
- JAC Chandigarh All GuidesEvery guide, predictor and article
Frequently asked questions
Is JAC Chandigarh an entrance exam?
No. It is a counselling process. Admission is based on your JEE Main rank.
What is JAC Chandigarh?
It is the Joint Admission Committee that runs counselling for B.E./B.Tech and B.Arch seats in Chandigarh institutes such as UIET, CCET and CCA.
Is there a separate JAC Chandigarh exam?
No. Merit is taken from your JEE Main All India Rank.
Which institutes take part?
UIET, CCET, SSBUICET, Chandigarh College of Architecture and UIET PUSSGRC Hoshiarpur are named on the official site.
What is the counselling fee?
For 2026 it was Rs 2,800 for General and OBC candidates and Rs 1,400 for SC, ST and PwD, and it is non-refundable.
What is the seat acceptance fee?
Rs 40,000 for 2026, paid online after allotment, per the information bulletin. Refund rules are in section 4.13 of the bulletin.
How many rounds are there?
In 2026 there were three regular rounds, a special round and a spot round.
What are the minimum marks?
The 2026 bulletin lists a five-subject Class 12 combination including Physics and Mathematics for B.E., and 45% aggregate for B.Arch; it states no separate percentage for B.E.
Which JEE Main paper is needed for B.Arch?
The B.Arch paper (Paper 2A or Paper 2) rank is used. The 2026 bulletin names Paper 2A.
Is the Chandigarh Quota different from the All India Quota?
Yes. The Chandigarh Quota needs proof of study from a Chandigarh school; the All India Quota is open on rank.
When does registration open next?
No 2027 date is announced. In 2026 it opened on 14 May, after JEE Main results.
Can I take part in JAC and JoSAA together?
Yes, they are separate counselling processes, but check the withdrawal and refund rules of each.