OJEE 2026 Counselling Schedule, Dates, Registration & Rounds

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Board (OJEEB) has released the complete OJEE 2026 counselling schedule, with Round 1 registration commencing on June 18, 2026. Counselling covers admission to B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan, Lateral Entry B.Tech, and postgraduate programmes across government and private institutes in Odisha. OJEE 2026 rank holders, JEE Main 2026 rank holders, and NEET qualified candidates are all eligible depending on the programme. The entire process, from registration and choice filling to seat allotment and document upload, runs online at ojee.nic.in and odishajee.com. Only the final reporting step requires a physical visit to the allotted institute.

OJEE 2026 Counselling Schedule

OJEEB has published a detailed round-wise schedule for OJEE 2026 counselling. The process runs across three main rounds, with a Special Round for remaining vacant seats. Candidates should note that OJEEB may revise these dates; always check ojee.nic.in for the latest updates.

Seats in Round 2 and subsequent rounds are filled only from seats remaining vacant after the previous round. Candidates who do not receive an allotment or whose allotment is cancelled remain eligible for subsequent rounds and can revise their choices before locking.

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OJEE 2026 Counselling Registration Process

All eligible candidates must register separately for OJEE 2026 counselling, since exam registration and counselling registration are distinct processes. Registration is conducted entirely online at ojee.nic.in.

Step 1: Visit the Official OJEE Portal

Go to ojee.nic.in or odishajee.com and click on the OJEE 2026 Counselling Registration link on the homepage. OJEEB uses both portals and counselling links often redirect to odishajee.com.

Step 2: Log In with OJEE Credentials

Log in using your OJEE 2026 application number or roll number along with your date of birth or password set at the time of the exam application.

Step 3: Fill the Counselling Registration Form

Enter personal details, contact information, qualifying exam details, and confirm category and sub-category (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, TFW, PwD, Ex-Serviceman, etc.) correctly. Errors at this stage can affect seat allotment eligibility.

Step 4: Pay the Counselling Registration Fee and Submit

Pay the non-refundable counselling registration fee of Rs. 450 online through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. Then upload scanned copies of required documents in the format specified by the portal. Submit the form and save the confirmation page as proof of successful registration.

Candidates preparing for the counselling rounds can strengthen their engineering fundamentals using Cracku's JEE Online Coaching, which covers core topics tested across Odisha engineering admissions.

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OJEE 2026 Choice Filling and Locking Dates

Choice filling is one of the most critical steps in the OJEE 2026 counselling process. Candidates must list their preferred colleges and programmes in order of priority during the active choice-filling window.

• Choice filling opens along with registration on June 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
• A Mock Seat Allotment will be displayed on June 27, 2026, giving candidates a preview of likely allotments based on their current choices.
• Choice Locking begins on June 28, 2026. Candidates must lock their final preference order by 4:00 PM on June 29, 2026, otherwise the system will auto-lock unlocked choices.
• After locking, no further changes to the choice order are permitted for that round.
• Candidates can revise choices between July 3 and July 11 for Round 2 if they wish to participate in the next round.

The mock allotment on June 27 is indicative only. Final seat allotment may differ based on changes made before the locking deadline and the overall choice pattern of other candidates.

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OJEE 2026 Seat Allotment Rounds Explained

OJEE 2026 counselling follows a three-round seat allotment structure, with a Special Round for remaining seats. Each round builds on the previous one.

Round 1: Allotment displayed July 2, 2026. Allotted candidates must report online, pay the part admission fee, upload documents, and exercise the Freeze or Float option between July 2 and July 7. If documents are flagged during verification, candidates must clear the query by July 10, 2026 (5:00 PM).

Round 2: Filled from seats vacant after Round 1. Allotment displayed July 15, 2026. Newly allotted candidates must complete online reporting between July 15 and July 19, 2026 (5:00 PM). The withdrawal window runs until July 27, 2026 (5:00 PM). Queries must be responded to by July 20, 2026 (5:00 PM).

Round 3 / Special Round: Allotment displayed July 30, 2026. A special registration window for Second Special OJEE and JEE Main rank holders opens July 23 to 27. Reporting runs July 30 to August 4, 2026 (5:00 PM).

Freeze means the candidate accepts the allotted seat and exits further rounds. Float means the candidate retains the current seat as a fallback while remaining eligible for a better seat in subsequent rounds. Candidates who neither report nor withdraw within the stipulated window forfeit their allotment. Upon accepting a seat, the part admission fee of Rs. 10,000 (general and other category candidates) or Rs. 5,000 (SC, ST, and PwD candidates) must be paid online through the BILLDESK, SBI, or HDFC payment gateway.

Documents Required for OJEE 2026 Counselling

Candidates must carry originals and two sets of self-attested photocopies for verification at the allotted institute. Any mismatch between submitted documents and the OJEE application form data leads to immediate cancellation of the seat allotment.

• OJEE 2026 Rank Card or JEE Main 2026 Score Card (as applicable)
• Class 10 certificate and mark sheet (for date of birth and board verification)
• Class 12 or equivalent certificate and mark sheet
• Transfer Certificate (TC) and Conduct Certificate from the last institution attended
• Odisha nativity or residence certificate issued by a competent authority (for candidates claiming state quota)
• Category certificate (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS) issued by a competent authority in Odisha
• PwD certificate, if applicable, from a recognised medical authority
• Ex-Serviceman dependent certificate, if applicable
• Counselling registration fee payment receipt
• Passport-size photographs (recent, white background, matte paper)
• Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, passport, or voter ID)

Category certificates for SC, ST, SEBC, and EWS must be issued by a competent authority specifically in Odisha. Certificates from other states are not accepted for state quota seats.

While gathering documents, candidates can also use Cracku's JEE Question Bank to keep their preparation sharp in case they wish to attempt JEE Main again in future cycles.

What to Do After OJEE Seat Allotment?

Once a seat is allotted, candidates must act within the specified window for that round or risk forfeiting their allotment. The steps below apply after each round's allotment display.

• Step 1: Log In and Exercise Freeze or Float
• Step 2: Pay the Part Admission Fee and Upload Documents
• Step 3: Report Physically to the Allotted Institute
• Step 4: Complete Admission Formalities

Candidates who wish to withdraw after seat acceptance must do so before the last date for that round and will be subject to applicable deductions. Candidates not allotted any seat across all rounds are entitled to a refund of the part admission fee. The Rs. 450 counselling registration fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.

OJEE 2026 Counselling Schedule: Conclusion

OJEE 2026 counselling is a crucial step for candidates seeking admission into engineering, pharmacy, architecture, and other professional courses in Odisha. The entire process is conducted online through ojee.nic.in and odishajee.com, covering registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and document verification. With multiple rounds and a special round, candidates get several opportunities to secure admission based on their rank and preferences.

Students must carefully follow the counselling schedule, complete registration on time, and lock their choices before the deadline to avoid errors in seat allotment. Keeping documents ready and regularly checking official updates ensures a smooth admission process. Proper planning and awareness of each round can significantly improve the chances of getting a preferred college and course under OJEE 2026 counselling.