About Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JOSAA) Recruitment 2026
Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JOSAA) has officially announced the recruitment process for JOSAA Online Counselling 2020 for IIT JEE MAIN and IIT JEE Advanced Admission. Selected candidates will be posted across All IITs and NITs across India.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 12/09/2020 |
| Last Date For Apply Online | 17/09/2020 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 18/09/2020 |
| Exam Held On | 27/09/2020 |
| Admit Card Available | 21/09/2020 |
| Answer Key Available | 29/09/2020 |
| Result Declared | 05/10/2020 |
| Counselling Start | 06/10/2020 |
| First Round Seat Allotment Result | 17/10/2020 |
| Third Round Seat Allotment Result | 27/10/2020 |
| Fourth Round Seat Allotment Result | 30/10/2020 |
| Fifth Round Seat Allotment Result | 04/11/2020 |
Application Fee
| General | 2800 |
| OBC | 2800 |
| SC | 1400 |
| ST | 1400 |
| PH / / / PwD | 1400 |
| 1400 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/10/1995 |
| Relaxation (SC/ST/PWD) | 5 years relaxation (Born after 01/10/1990) |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Passed JEE MAIN 2020 Entrance Test with secured qualified marks.
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JOSAA) — https://josaa.nic.in/.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for JOSAA Online Counselling 2020 for IIT JEE MAIN and IIT JEE Advanced Admission.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for JOSAA Online Counselling 2020?
The last date to apply online is 17 September 2020 up to 05 PM.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General/OBC category candidates is INR 2800.
What is the eligibility criteria for JOSAA Counselling?
Candidates must have passed the JEE MAIN 2020 Entrance Test with secured qualified marks.
What is the age relaxation for SC/ST/PwD candidates?
SC/ST/PwD candidates have a 5-year relaxation and must be born after 01/10/1990.
When will the JEE MAIN 2020 exam result be declared?
The JEE MAIN 2020 exam result was declared on 05 October 2020.
What documents are required for JOSAA Online Counselling registration?
Required documents include Class 10 & Class 12 certificates, passport-sized photo, signature scan copy, JEE MAIN 2020 Admit Card, and Score Card.
How can I pay the application fee?
The application fee can be paid via online or offline fee mode.
When will the 5th Round Seat Allotment Result be declared?
The 5th Round Seat Allotment Result was declared on 04 November 2020.
What is the official website for JOSAA Online Counselling?
The official website is https://josaa.nic.in/
Is there any relaxation in the application fee for female candidates?
Yes, the application fee for all category female candidates is INR 1400.
What is the exam mode for JEE MAIN 2020?
The exam mode for JEE MAIN 2020 is not explicitly mentioned in the notification.
What is the cutoff date for age relaxation?
The cutoff date for age relaxation is 01 October 1995 for General/OBC and 01 October 1990 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Where can I download the counselling schedule?
The counselling schedule can be downloaded from the official JOSAA website (https://josaa.nic.in/).
What is the application fee for PwD candidates?
The application fee for PwD candidates is INR 1400.
What is the last date for fee payment?
The last date for fee payment is 18 September 2020.