JoSAA Counselling 2025: Key Dates, Mock Seat Allocations & Process Explained

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has officially commenced the counselling process for admissions to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other Government-Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) for the academic year 2025-26. As of today, June 9, 2025, the first mock seat allocation list will be released, marking a critical step for candidates aiming to secure a seat in their preferred institutions.

JoSAA counselling is the next stage after the JEE Main and Advanced exams, and it plays a pivotal role in determining college admissions for engineering aspirants across India. This blog covers all the essential details, deadlines, and instructions you need to follow for a smooth JoSAA 2025 counselling experience.

Mock Seat Allocation 1: To Be Released Today
The first mock seat allocation list will be published today, June 9, at 2 PM on the official website josaa.nic.in. This list is generated based on the choices candidates had filled in by June 8, 2025. It is a simulated allotment to give students a realistic idea of the probable college and branch they may be allotted, helping them revise or fine-tune their preferences before the final round.

Second Mock Seat Allocation: June 11
A second mock seat allocation list will be released on June 11 at 12:30 PM, using the updated choices entered by candidates as of June 10. After this, students must finalize their preferences for Round 1. This step is crucial, as it gives candidates another chance to reassess their selections based on the indicative seat allotments.

Last Date to Register and Fill Choices: June 12
All candidates must complete the registration and lock in their choices for academic programmes under JoSAA 2025 by June 12, 2025, at 5 PM. Post this deadline, the choices entered by the candidates will be automatically locked. At this stage, candidates are also required to make the pre-payment of the seat acceptance fee in advance.

Authentication Details Required for Login
To access the JoSAA counselling portal:

• Candidates who appeared for JEE Main 2025 will need their JEE Main application number and password.
• Those who qualified JEE Advanced 2025 must use their Advanced application number and password.
   

Post-Registration Timeline

Here is a breakdown of the key upcoming dates in the JoSAA 2025 counselling process:

• June 9 (2 PM) – First Mock Seat Allocation based on choices filled till June 8
• June 11 (12:30 PM) – Second Mock Seat Allocation based on choices filled till June 10
• June 12 (5 PM) – Deadline for candidate registration and choice filling
• June 13 – Internal reconciliation, verification, and data validation by JoSAA
• June 14 (10 AM) – Round 1 Seat Allocation
   

Important Note on Seat Allocation and Online Reporting
Candidates must personally log in to the JoSAA portal to check their seat allocation status. No separate notification or alert will be sent via email or SMS. Suppose a candidate fails to complete all the steps of online reporting within the timeline specified for that round. In that case, the allotted seat will be automatically cancelled, and the candidate will be disqualified from participating in further rounds.

What Happens After Seat Allocation?
For candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 (June 14):

• Upload Documents: Candidates must upload the required documents, including Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, category certificates (if applicable), and other relevant educational credentials.
• Pay seat acceptance fee: Timely payment is mandatory to retain the seat.
• Printed Locked Choices: A hard copy of the final locked choices should be kept safe, as it will be required during the in-person or virtual reporting process.
   

Withdrawal Option
If a candidate decides to withdraw from the counselling process after accepting a seat, they can do so from Round 2 to Round 5. However, withdrawal is not permitted after the last round of seat allocation. This flexibility enables students to make more informed decisions based on future allocations and personal circumstances.

Conclusion
The JoSAA 2025 counselling is a structured and time-sensitive process that requires prompt action and attention to detail from candidates. With the release of the first and second mock seat allocation lists, aspirants have a valuable opportunity to gauge their chances and make more intelligent choices before the final locking. Be sure to adhere to all deadlines, double-check your information, and complete each step as instructed on the official portal.

For real-time updates and to access the counselling portal, visit josaa.nic.in.

Stay tuned for more updates on JoSAA 2025, cut-offs, and college-specific guidance.