Last Updated: June 10, 2026
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has released the second mock seat allotment for the 2026 counselling cycle. The allotment provides applicants with an indication of their likely institute and programme allocation before the start of the actual counselling rounds. It is based on the preferences saved by candidates, their category, rank, and the available seat matrix.
JoSAA manages admissions to undergraduate programmes offered by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). The mock allotment process allows applicants to review their current choices and make changes before preferences are finalized.
According to the JoSAA 2026 Schedule of Events and Business Rules published in June 2026, the second mock allotment was generated using choices saved up to June 9, 2026.
JoSAA 2026 Mock Allotment 2: Key Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Authority |
Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) |
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Event |
Second Mock Seat Allotment |
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Release Date (Confirmed) |
June 10, 2026 |
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Release Time |
1:00 PM IST |
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Basis of Allotment |
Choices saved till June 9, 2026, 5:00 PM |
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Mode |
Online |
Source: JoSAA 2026 Schedule of Events and Business Rules (June 2026).
The mock allotment is indicative and does not guarantee admission. It is intended to help applicants evaluate their current preference order before seat allocation begins.
Choice Filling and Locking Schedule
Applicants can continue modifying their preferences until the final deadline.
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Activity |
Status |
Date |
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Registration and Choice Filling Begins |
Confirmed |
June 2, 2026 |
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Mock Seat Allocation 1 |
Confirmed |
June 8, 2026 |
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Mock Seat Allocation 2 |
Confirmed |
June 10, 2026 |
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Choice Filling Ends |
Confirmed |
June 11, 2026 |
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Automatic Choice Locking |
Confirmed |
June 11, 2026, 5:00 PM |
As per JoSAA rules, any saved choices that remain unlocked at the deadline will be automatically locked by the system.
Why the Mock Allotment Matters
JoSAA counselling is the central admission process for many of India’s publicly funded engineering institutions. Since seat allocation depends on rank, category, seat availability, and preference order, the mock allotment provides an opportunity to review likely outcomes before the first allocation round.
The exercise also improves transparency by allowing applicants to assess their choices and make revisions during the permitted window.
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Timeline
Pre-Allotment Schedule
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Activity |
Date |
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Registration and Choice Filling Begins |
June 2, 2026 |
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AAT-Specific Choice Filling Begins |
June 7, 2026 |
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Mock Seat Allocation 1 |
June 8, 2026 |
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Mock Seat Allocation 2 |
June 10, 2026 |
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Choice Filling and Locking Ends |
June 11, 2026 |
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Data Verification and Reconciliation |
June 12, 2026 |
Seat Allocation Rounds
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Round |
Status |
Date |
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Round 1 |
Confirmed |
June 13, 2026 |
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Round 2 |
Confirmed |
June 30, 2026 |
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Round 3 |
Confirmed |
July 6, 2026 |
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Round 4 |
Confirmed |
July 10, 2026 |
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Round 5 |
Confirmed |
July 16, 2026 |
Round 5 is the final seat allocation round for IITs and IISc under JoSAA 2026.
Reporting and Fee Payment
Candidates allotted seats must complete online reporting, document verification, and fee payment within the prescribed timelines.
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Round |
Reporting Period |
Fee Payment Deadline |
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Round 1 |
June 13–26, 2026 |
June 26, 2026 |
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Round 2 |
June 30–July 3, 2026 |
July 3, 2026 |
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Round 3 |
July 6–8, 2026 |
July 8, 2026 |
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Round 4 |
July 10–13, 2026 |
July 13, 2026 |
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Round 5 |
July 16–20, 2026 |
July 20, 2026 |
NIT+ System Schedule
After the completion of JoSAA counselling, candidates allotted seats in NITs, IIITs, IIEST, and GFTIs must complete the Partial Admission Fee (PAF) process.
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Activity |
Status |
Date |
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Partial Admission Fee Payment |
Confirmed |
July 22–24, 2026 |
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CSAB Special Round Registration |
Expected* |
From July 28, 2026 |
*Applicants should verify these dates through official CSAB notifications.
Safety Advisory
Applicants should use only official JoSAA and CSAB portals for counselling activities. Passwords, OTPs, banking details, and login credentials should never be shared with third parties. Counselling authorities do not request confidential information through calls, emails, or messaging applications. Payment transactions should be completed only through authorized portals.
Official Sources
Primary Sources (Retrieved on June 10, 2026):
- JoSAA 2026 Schedule of Events (June 2026)
- JoSAA 2026 Business Rules (June 2026)
- JoSAA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Official JoSAA Counselling Portal
- CSAB 2026 Counselling Schedule
Disclaimer
This article is based on official JoSAA and CSAB documents available as of June 10, 2026. Counselling schedules, reporting procedures, and admission guidelines may be revised by the competent authority. Applicants should verify updates through the latest official notifications. In case of any discrepancy, official notifications and portal instructions shall prevail.
Conclusion
The second mock seat allotment marks the final stage of preference review before seat allocation begins. With choice filling scheduled to close on June 11, applicants can review their current preferences and complete any permitted modifications. For updates regarding counselling schedules and admission procedures, candidates should regularly refer to official JoSAA and CSAB notifications.