Are you seeking the JEE Main counselling schedule following the results? Look no further; we have compiled all important information on the JEE Main Counselling to provide you with the JoSSA counselling schedule.
This article will cover all the details of the registration process, dates, eligibility, and how counselling is conducted. Read the full article to learn about the JEE Main Counselling.
JEE Main Counselling 2024
JoSSA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) India shares the JEE Main Counselling schedule. JoSSA conducts online counselling for students who have passed the JEE Mains & JEE Advanced examination and are eligible for admission to the prestigious engineering colleges in the country. Registration for the JoSSA counselling is going to start from 10th June 2024. It is the prime platform for admission to the engineering colleges participating in JEE. At the same time, the CASB (Central Seat Allocation Board) , a secondary platform for counselling, fills up the seats left after the JoSSA counselling process.
JoSSA Counselling Schedule: Important Dates
| Date | Event |
| June 10 to 18, 2024 | Candidate registration and choice |
| 19 June 2024 | Reconciliation of data, verification, and validation by the JoSAA |
| June 20 to 26, 2024 | Round 1 Counselling |
| June 24, 2024 | Last date for fee payment (Round 1) |
| June 27- July 3, 2024 | Round 2 Counselling |
| July 1, 2024 | Last date for fee payment (Round 2) |
| July 4 – 9,2024 | Round 3 Counselling |
| July 8, 2024 | Last date for fee payment (Round 3) |
| July 10 – 16, 2024 | Round 4 Counselling |
| July 15, 2024 | Last date for fee payment (Round 4) |
| July 17- 23, 2024 | Round 5Final Round for IIT |
| July 22, 2024 | Last date for fee payment (Round 5) |
| July 17- 23, 2024 | For NIT+ System only 1. Initiation of Withdrawal of seat (Round 5). July 17, 2024 – July 22, 2024, 17:00 IST2. Withdrawal Query Response: July 17, 2024 – July 23, 2024, 17:00 IST |
| July 24- 26, 2024 | For NIT+ System only Online payment of Partial Admission Fee (PAF). Visit CSAB2024 website (https://csab.nic.in) for further details on Institute reporting, admission process, and special rounds |
Eligibility for JoSSA counselling
The candidates who fulfil one or more of the following criteria are eligible to participate in the JoSSA Counselling:
- Qualified in JEE (Advanced) 2024 for academic programs at IITs and scored more than 75% in class 12th.
- Has secured a rank in JEE (Main) 2024 B.E./B.Tech. paper for B.E./B.Tech. programs
- Has secured a rank in JEE (Main) 2024 B.Arch. Paper for B.Arch. programs.
- Has secured a rank in JEE (Main) 2024 B.Plan. Paper for B.Plan. programs.
How to Register for JEE Main 2024 JoSSA Counselling
Candidates who want to participate in JoSSA counselling are required to follow the steps discussed below:
- Go to the JoSSA official website: https://josaa.nic.in/
- Find the new registration page on the website.
- Login using the JEE application number, password, and pin.
- Read the instructions and tick “I Agree” to proceed further.
- Fill out the detailed counselling application form and enter all the details carefully.
- Confirm the registration and check before submission.
How is JoSAA Counselling carried out in JEE Main?
The candidates participating in the JEE Main JoSSA counselling should know the counselling process. The JoSSA counselling takes place in six rounds. The students eligible for the round can choose the option and lock their choice for the further counselling procedure. The students are given three options for choosing the seats ie.
Freeze: The candidate is satisfied with the seat allotted and does not want to participate in further counselling rounds.
Float: The candidates choose the allocated seat but will participate in further rounds to explore more options.
Slide: Candidate is ok with the college and can prefer the exchange of seats with highly preferred degree programs in the same college
The Steps of the JoSSA JEE Main Counselling are as follows
- Registration: Register yourself by visiting the official website of JoSSA and following the steps discussed above. Candidates of JEE Advanced are required to use the JEE roll number and password. Check all the details carefully. Candidates can only edit contact details during the registration.
- Fill in the choice of college and courses: After registering, candidates must select branches and colleges according to their preference. The admission options open to the candidate will be given based on their qualifications. Candidates can click “Arrange Filled Choice” and arrange the choices according to their preference.
- Lock the choices: After the choice arrangement, the candidates have to lock their choices and take the printout for future reference.
- Allocation of seats: Seats will be allocated based on rank and preference choice filled by the candidate. Candidate can freeze, float or slide the seat as per their preference.
- Documents verification: Candidates are required to verify the documents as per schedule and proceed further with the admission process.
- Reporting at the institute: Students are required to visit the college or institute they selected to deposit the fees and further process.
Documents Required for JoSAA 2024 Counselling
The list of the documents required for the JoSSA 2024 counselling process is as follows:
Documents Required for Admission to IITs
- Provisional JoSAA seat allocation letter 2024
- Two passport-sized photographs
- A valid photo identity card
- Candidate Undertaking
- Original JEE Advanced Admit Card 2024
- Proof of Seat Acceptance fee payment by e-challan or SBI Net banking
- Date of Birth Proof (10th Standard Mark Sheet)
- Class 12th (or similar) Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate
- Medical certificate and Other category certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate for PwD (if applicable).
- Passport (for foreign nationals), OCI Certificate, or PIO Card (if applicable).
- DS Certificate (if applicable)
- Registration with Locked Choice Seat Allotment
Documents required for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs:
- Provisional JoSAA seat allocation letter 2024
- Three passport-sized photographs (similar to the application form)
- A valid photo identity card
- Candidate Undertaking
- Original JEE Main Admit Card 2024
- Original JEE Main Scorecard 2024
- Proof of Seat Acceptance fee payment by e-challan or SBI Net banking
- Date of Birth Proof (10th Standard Mark Sheet)
- Class 12th Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate
- Medical certificate and Other category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable).
- Passport (for foreign nationals), OCI Certificate, or PIO Card (if applicable).
- Registration with Locked Choice Seat Allotment
JoSAA Counselling 2024 Fees
The JoSSA counselling fees are to be paid after the seat allotment process. The candidates are required to pay the processing fee for the seat locked after JoSSA issues the allotment letter. The table below shows category-wise JoSSA counselling fees:
| Category | Fees (INR) |
| Candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC, ST, GEN-PwD, GEN-EWS-PwD, OBC-NCL-PwD, SC-PwD or ST-PwD) | 17,500 |
| For other category | 35,000 |
How to Check JoSSA Seat Allotment Result 2024
Steps to check the JoSSA seat allotment are as follows:
- Visit the official JoSSA website.
- Click on the “Seat Allotment” link
- Login to your account using the application number, password, and pin.
- The seat allotment matrix will appear on the screen.
- Take the printout of the allotment letter for future reference.
What after JoSAA Seat Allotment 2024?
After the seat allotment candidates can take the printout of the allotment letter and pay the seat acceptance fees according to their category. For the further admission process, candidates are required to get their documents verified and report to the respective college.
Conclusion
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will the JoSAA 2024 counselling start?
Answer: JoSSA 2024 counselling registration will start on June 10, 2024, and will be conducted in 5 rounds where students can choose the course and college of their choice by filling out the counselling application form. The seat allocation will be based on the rank and preferences filled by the students.
Can we change the preferences for round 2 in JoSAA 2024 counselling after the result of round 1?
Answer: SThe preference order of the choice can be modified after round 1 while adding new colleges and courses to your preference list is not allowed by JoSSA. It is recommended to fill out the form carefully and check it twice before submission.
Who can participate in JoSAA Counselling?
Answer: The candidates who have qualified JEE Advanced 2024, JEE Main 2024 for B.E/ B.Tech., JEE Main 2024 for B.Planning, and JEE Main 2024 for Arch. can participate in JoSSA counselling.
What are the various processes involved during the JoSAA Counselling?
Answer: The JoSSA counselling starts with the registration process followed by choice of course and college, locking the preference form, seat allocation by JoSSA, documentation verification and reporting to the institute.
Which IIT can I get with 5,000 rank in JEE Advanced?
Answer: A student with a rank of up to 5000 may be eligible for admission to the following top branches at various IITs: Computer Science Engineering, in IIT Hyderabad, IIT BHU (Banaras Hindu University), and IIT Ropar. For Electrical Engineering in IIT Hyderabad, IIT Roorkee, and IIT BHU. Mechanical Engineering: IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Roorkee.
What do you mean by internal sliding in the JoSAA counselling?
Answer: Internal sliding means changing the branch within the same college or upgrading the branch in the same college if available in the subsequent rounds after the candidate has chosen a seat in the sliding case.
I have qualified in JEE Advanced/JEE Main. Is it mandatory to register in JoSAA to get a seat in IITs, NITs, IIITs and Other-GFTIs?
Answer: Yes, to seek admission in the IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other GFTIs students are required to register for JoSSA counselling after qualifying for the JEE Advanced or JEE Main examination. Admission to the prestigious institute is governed by the JoSSA.
