The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has officially released the Second Mock Seat Allotment for JoSAA Counselling 2026, giving engineering aspirants across India one final opportunity to review and modify their choices before the actual seat allocation process begins.

Candidates seeking admission into IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) should carefully analyze their allotted mock seat and finalize their preference order before the choice filling deadline.

Nearly 2 Lakh Students Filled Over 2.7 Crore Choices

According to JoSAA data, 199,944 candidates participated in the counselling process, submitting a massive 27,052,999 choices across engineering institutes and branches.

The overwhelming participation reflects the intense competition among JEE Main and JEE Advanced qualified students for admission into India's premier engineering institutions.

Choice Filling Deadline: June 11, 2026 (5:00 PM)

Candidates can edit, rearrange, add, or delete their preferred choices until 5:00 PM on June 11, 2026.

After the deadline, no modifications will be allowed. Students are advised to verify their final priority list carefully before submission.

First JoSAA Seat Allotment on June 13

The First Round Seat Allotment Result will be announced on June 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

The allocation will depend upon:

• JEE Main Rank
• JEE Advanced Rank
• Category
• Reservation Rules
• Availability of Seats
• Candidate's Filled Choices

Students can check their allotted institute and branch through the JoSAA portal after the result declaration.

Online Reporting Schedule: June 13 to June 26

Candidates receiving a seat in the first round must complete online reporting between June 13 and June 26, 2026.

The reporting process includes:

• Fee Payment
• Document Upload
• Seat Acceptance
• Verification Process

Failure to complete these formalities within the prescribed timeline may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.

More Time Given for Reporting This Year

One of the biggest changes in JoSAA Counselling 2026 is the extension of the online reporting period.

Unlike previous years, where candidates received only five days for reporting, students now have approximately 14 days to complete admission formalities, making the process more convenient and stress-free.

Admission to More Than 66,000 Seats Across 134 Institutes

This year, JoSAA will conduct admissions for over 66,000 engineering seats across 134 premier technical institutes, including:

• IITs
• NITs
• IIITs
• Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)

The counselling process remains one of India's largest centralized engineering admission systems.

What Happens If You Don't Lock Your Choices?

Many students worry about forgetting to lock their choices.

As per JoSAA rules, if a candidate does not manually lock the choices before the deadline, the last saved choice list will automatically be locked by the system.

However, candidates should ensure that their saved preference order is correct because no changes will be possible afterward.

Why the Second Mock Seat Allotment is Important

The second mock allotment provides students with a realistic estimate of the college and branch they may receive based on their current rank and preference list.

Students should carefully verify:

• Whether all preferred colleges are placed above the allotted option.
• Whether any lower priority choices need rearrangement.
• Whether branch preferences are correctly ordered.

Even a small mistake in the priority order may impact the final seat allotment.

Final Advice for JoSAA 2026 Aspirants

Candidates should not wait until the last minute to finalize their preferences.

Carefully review the complete choice list, save and lock the correct order before 5:00 PM on June 11, and stay prepared for the First Seat Allotment on June 13, 2026.

A properly arranged choice list significantly improves the chances of securing the desired institute and branch.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Has the JoSAA 2026 Second Mock Seat Allotment been released?

Yes, the Second Mock Seat Allotment for JoSAA Counselling 2026 has been officially released.

Q2. What is the last date for JoSAA 2026 choice filling?

The last date for choice filling and modification is June 11, 2026, until 5:00 PM.

Q3. When will the first JoSAA 2026 seat allotment be announced?

The first seat allotment result will be declared on June 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

Q4. How many students participated in JoSAA Counselling 2026?

A total of 199,944 candidates participated and filled over 27 million choices.

Q5. How many engineering seats are available through JoSAA 2026?

More than 66,000 seats across 134 institutes are being filled through JoSAA Counselling 2026.

Q6. What happens if I forget to lock my choices?

If you do not manually lock your choices, JoSAA will automatically lock your last saved choice list after the deadline.

Q7. What is the online reporting period after the first seat allotment?

Candidates must complete online reporting from June 13 to June 26, 2026.

Q8. Which institutes participate in JoSAA Counselling 2026?

JoSAA conducts admissions for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) across India.

Q9. Is the second mock allotment the final seat allotment?

No. It is only a simulation based on current choices and ranks. The actual first seat allotment will be released on June 13.

Q10. Why should students review their choice list after the second mock allotment?

Reviewing the choice list helps candidates correct preference order mistakes and maximize their chances of getting a better institute or branch in the final allotment.