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The JoSAA 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result is scheduled to be declared today, June 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST, at josaa.nic.in. Round 2 is the second of five JoSAA counselling rounds for the 2026 admission cycle, covering admissions across all 23 IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, alongside IISc Bengaluru, which participates in the broader seat pool, across 138 participating institutes in total. For candidates who Floated or Slid from Round 1, Round 2 will bring the first opportunity to receive an upgraded institute or branch; for candidates without a Round 1 allotment, Round 2 may bring their first seat offer. Once declared, the online reporting window for Round 2 will run from June 30 to July 3, 2026, by 5:00 PM IST.
JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026
The table below summarises every key parameter of the JoSAA 2026 Round 2 result cycle, from the scheduled result date through the final query resolution deadline. Candidates should note that several sub-deadlines exist within the broader reporting window, each governing a different administrative action.
Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
Round 2 Result Date | June 30, 2026 (5:00 PM IST), scheduled |
Online Reporting Window | June 30 to July 3, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
SAF Payment Deadline | July 3, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
Fee Payment Issue Resolution | July 4, 2026 (until 5:00 PM IST) |
Withdrawal Request Window | July 1, 2026 (10:00 AM) to July 3, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
Withdrawal Query Response Deadline | July 5, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
Round 1 Query Response Deadline (if pending) | June 29, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
Total JoSAA 2026 Rounds | 5 rounds (June 13, June 30, July 6, July 10, July 16) |
Official Portal | josaa.nic.in |
Eligible Institutes | All 23 IITs, IISc Bengaluru, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs (138 institutes total) |
If you had a pending Round 1 query: Candidates whose Round 1 allotment showed a pending verification query were required to respond by June 29, 2026, 5:00 PM IST, one day before the Round 2 result. Failure to respond marks the reporting status as Incomplete and may result in seat cancellation, regardless of the Round 2 outcome.
Also Read: JoSAA Round 2 Result 2026, Release Date, Expected Cut-off
JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment 2026
Once published, Round 2 allotments will be generated from seats vacated by Round 1 withdrawals, plus upgrades for candidates who selected Float or Slide. If a candidate chose Float in Round 1, they will automatically be considered for any higher-preference seat that becomes available; if no such seat opens up, their Round 1 allotment is retained without any action needed. Candidates without a Round 1 allotment will also be considered fresh in Round 2 based on seat availability and their locked choice list.
Branch-wise movement pattern: Historically, Round 2 closing ranks show limited movement for the most popular branches and larger movement for less competitive ones. The table below illustrates the typical pattern candidates can expect when comparing Round 1 and Round 2 closing ranks.
Branch Category | Typical Round 2 Movement | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
Computer Science Engineering | Minimal | High demand keeps closing ranks nearly unchanged from Round 1 at top institutes |
Artificial Intelligence / Data Science | Minimal to limited | Similar to CSE; new-age branches see consistently strong demand |
Electronics and Communication | Limited | Some movement at mid-tier NITs as candidates upgrade out to CSE elsewhere |
Electrical Engineering | Moderate | Visible relaxation as some candidates move to CSE or ECE in later rounds |
Mechanical Engineering | Larger | Noticeable rank relaxation as candidates with better ranks shift to core CS-adjacent branches |
Civil, Metallurgical, Production, Biotechnology | Largest | These branches typically see the most significant closing rank movement between Round 1 and Round 2 |
Candidates who did not receive their desired branch in Round 1 should not be discouraged. JoSAA 2026 has three more rounds remaining after Round 2 (Round 3 on July 6, Round 4 on July 10, and Round 5 on July 16, which is the Final Round of seat allocation for IITs/IISc). NIT+ system candidates (NITs, IIITs, GFTIs) who wish to continue can later check the CSAB website for partial admission fee details and special rounds.
Also Read: JOSAA 2026 Round 1 Result OUT, Link Active at @josaa.nic.in
JoSAA Round 2 Result Date 2026
The JoSAA Round 2 seat allotment result is scheduled to be published on June 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST on josaa.nic.in, as confirmed in the official JoSAA 2026 schedule. The Opening and Closing Ranks (OR-CR) for Round 2 across every institute, branch, category, and quota combination will be published on the same portal simultaneously with the result. This scheduled date is distinct from Mock Seat Allocation-2, which was already displayed on June 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM IST based on choices filled up to June 9. All mock allotments are released before Round 1 begins and are non-binding previews; none occur between actual rounds.
Mock allotment versus actual result: Mock Seat Allocation-2, displayed on June 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM IST, was a non-binding preview based on choices filled up to June 9; it occurred before Round 1 and does not reflect the actual Round 2 result. Candidates should wait for and rely only on the official Round 2 result, expected on josaa.nic.in by 5:00 PM IST today, for any decisions regarding Freeze, Float, or Slide.
JoSAA Counselling Round 2 2026
Each JoSAA round follows the same core sequence: result declaration, candidate login and verification, fee payment, document upload, and a willingness selection (Freeze, Float, or Slide). The Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) remains Rs. 30,000 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates, and Rs. 15,000 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. Candidates who already paid the SAF in Round 1 and selected Float or Slide will not need to pay it again in Round 2; the fee carries forward automatically once the result is declared.
Option | What It Means | Effect Going Forward |
|---|---|---|
Freeze | Accept the Round 2 allotment and exit further JoSAA rounds | Seat is confirmed; no further changes possible within this JoSAA cycle |
Float | Accept the current seat as a fallback while remaining open to a higher-preference allotment at any institute | Current seat is retained even if no upgrade is received in Round 3, 4, or 5 |
Slide | Accept the allotted institute but seek a better branch within the same institute | Institute is locked; only the branch can change in subsequent rounds |
Withdraw | Exit JoSAA counselling entirely during the withdrawal window (July 1, 2026, 10:00 AM IST to July 3, 2026, 5:00 PM IST) | Permanent for this cycle; processing charge is deducted from the SAF before refund |
Withdrawal mechanics for Round 2: Candidates wishing to withdraw from the JoSAA process entirely can initiate a withdrawal request between July 1 (10:00 AM) and July 3 (5:00 PM IST). If a withdrawal-related query is raised, the response deadline is July 5, 2026 (5:00 PM IST). Withdrawal is permanent within the cycle and a processing charge is deducted from the SAF before any refund.
How to Check JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result
Once the Round 2 result is declared at 5:00 PM IST today, it will be accessible only through the official JoSAA portal; no individual SMS or email alerts are sent for seat allotment. Follow the steps below to check your status and complete the required actions as soon as the result goes live.
Step | Action |
|---|---|
1 | Visit josaa.nic.in and click the Round 2 Seat Allotment Result link on the homepage |
2 | Log in using your JEE Main 2026 application number and password, or JEE Advanced 2026 registration number and password |
3 | View your allotted institute, programme, category, quota, and the rank used for allotment |
4 | Click Download Allotment Letter and save the PDF for your records |
5 | Download the Round 2 Opening and Closing Ranks (OR-CR) PDF, published simultaneously on the portal, to compare your rank against the cutoff |
6 | Pay the Seat Acceptance Fee if this is your first allotment; candidates who already paid in Round 1 and chose Float do not need to pay again |
7 | Upload or confirm required documents and respond to any verification queries raised by officers |
8 | Select Freeze, Float, or Slide before the July 3, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) deadline |
Portal traffic advisory: Traffic on josaa.nic.in typically increases significantly right after a result is declared. If the portal is slow immediately after 5:00 PM IST today, wait 15 to 30 minutes and retry, or attempt access during off-peak hours such as late evening, while still ensuring all actions are completed well before the July 3 deadline.
What to Do After JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment?
Once the Round 2 result is declared today, candidates with an active allotment must complete several steps within the reporting window (June 30 to July 3, 2026). Missing any deadline results in the seat being cancelled and the candidate being excluded from subsequent JoSAA rounds, with no reinstatement possible.
- Check your allotted institute, branch, category, and quota carefully against your expectations and your locked choice list
- Download the provisional allotment letter and the Round 2 OR-CR PDF for your records
- Pay the Seat Acceptance Fee if this is your first allotment in the JoSAA 2026 cycle; the deadline is July 3, 2026, 5:00 PM IST
- Upload all required documents and respond promptly to any verification queries; unresolved queries lead to automatic seat cancellation
- Decide between Freeze, Float, or Slide based on whether you are satisfied with the current allotment or want to pursue an upgrade in Round 3
- If you intend to withdraw entirely, submit the withdrawal request within the July 1 to July 3 window and respond to any related query by July 5
- If fee payment fails due to a technical issue, use the July 4, 2026 resolution window to complete the payment before the seat is forfeited
If you did not receive an allotment in Round 2:No action is required to remain eligible for Round 3, 4, and 5. Candidates without an allotment in any round automatically continue to be considered in subsequent rounds based on their original locked choice list, without needing to re-register or pay any additional fee at this stage.
JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026: Conclusion
JoSAA Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 is an important stage for candidates seeking admission into IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and IISc Bengaluru through JoSAA counselling. Candidates who selected Float or Slide in Round 1 may receive an upgraded seat, while those without an earlier allotment may get their first seat offer in this round. Since the reporting window is limited, students must check their allotment, download the letter, complete document verification and make the required fee payment before the deadline.
Candidates should also carefully understand the Freeze, Float and Slide options before making a final decision. Those aiming for better branches or institutes can continue in the next rounds if eligible, while satisfied candidates can Freeze their seat. Since Round 3, Round 4 and Round 5 are still remaining after Round 2, students should track the official JoSAA schedule, Round 2 OR-CR cutoffs and reporting deadlines carefully to avoid losing their allotted seat.
