With JoSAA 2026 counselling in its most critical phase and the mock allotment on June 8 followed by the locking deadline on June 11, the Joint Seat Allocation Authority has addressed key frequently asked questions from candidates and parents across India. This is a high-stakes process for nearly 2.5 lakh engineering aspirants competing for 67,323 government engineering seats.
Most Common Student Questions Answered
Q: Can I add more choices after registration?
Yes. Until the June 11 lock deadline, candidates can add new choices, reorder existing ones, and remove less preferred options. After June 11 at 5:00 PM, no changes are allowed.
Q: What happens if I miss the June 11 deadline?
Candidates who do not lock choices will have their last saved choices considered automatically. However, JoSAA strongly advises actively locking choices before the deadline.
Q: Can I get a seat in Round 2 after accepting Round 1?
Yes. If you choose Float after Round 1 allotment, you remain eligible for a better preference in Round 2 while your Round 1 seat is protected as a backup.
Q: What is the difference between Slide and Float?
| Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Slide | Stay in same institute but try for a better branch in Round 2 |
| Float | Try for any better preference (different institute or branch) in Round 2 |
| Freeze | Accept Round 1 allotment permanently and exit all further rounds |
Q: Can candidates from non-Delhi boards claim Home State Quota at NITs? The Home State Quota (HS) applies to the state where the candidate passed Class 12. A student who passed Class 12 from a school in Karnataka can claim HS quota at Karnataka NITs.
JoSAA 2026 Remaining Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Mock Allotment Round 1 | June 8, 2026 |
| Mock Allotment Round 2 | June 10, 2026 |
| Lock Choices Deadline | June 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 13, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | June 20, 2026 |
| Total Rounds | 5 Rounds |
