How does JoSAA counselling work? Complete process explained

JoSAA Counselling Process - Complete Guide:

What is JoSAA?

• •Joint Seat Allocation Authority
• •Conducts counselling for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs
• •Single platform for all admissions

Step 1: Registration

• •Online registration after JEE Advanced results
• •Fill personal details, preferences
• •Pay registration fee (₹35,000 for General, ₹15,000 for SC/ST)
• •Upload documents

Step 2: Choice Filling

• •Fill institutes and branches in order of preference
• •Can fill as many choices as you want
• •Research before filling (check cutoffs, placements)
• •Important: Lock choices before deadline

Step 3: Seat Allotment (Rounds)

• •6 rounds of seat allocation
• •Allotment based on:

- Your rank

- Category

- Filled preferences

- Seat availability

Step 4: Acceptance & Fee Payment

• •Check allotment result online
• •"Accept" the seat within deadline
• •Pay seat acceptance fee (same as registration fee)
• •Choose option: Freeze, Float, or Slide

Options Explained:

• •Freeze: Happy with allotted seat, won't participate in further rounds
• •Float: Want better branch in same institute, can be upgraded
• •Slide: Want better branch in same or higher preferred institute

Step 5: Document Verification

• •Visit reporting center with documents
• •Verify original certificates
• •Get provisional admission letter

Step 6: Final Admission

• •Report to allotted institute
• •Complete admission formalities
• •Pay remaining fees
• •Start classes!

Important Tips:

• •Fill choices carefully - once locked, cannot be changed
• •Research cutoffs of previous years
• •Don't just focus on IITs, good NITs are excellent too
• •Accept seat even if not satisfied - you can float in next rounds
• •Don't lose registration fee - participate until satisfied

Documents Required:

• •JEE Advanced scorecard
• •Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
• •Category certificate (if applicable)
• •Passport size photographs
• •ID proof