JAC Chandigarh 2026 Counselling Process

JAC Chandigarh 2026 counselling allocates B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning seats across institutes like PEC University and UIET Panjab University through four regular rounds plus spot rounds, commencing late June 2026 on jacchd.admissions.nic.in post-JEE Main results. Verified candidates from registration phase can participate in choice filling, seat allotment based on JEE ranks and preferences, followed by fee payment, willingness submission, and physical reporting. This iterative online process maximizes seat occupancy while allowing upgrades via freeze, float, or slide options.

Merit lists integrate JEE All India Ranks with Class 12 marks for reserved categories; mock rounds simulate outcomes. Special rounds target leftovers before spot physical counselling.

Counselling Stages:

Registration and Verification: The process begins in late June 2026, where candidates authenticate their JEE Main 2026 credentials and upload required documents. Provisional verification status is updated via the portal, ensuring only eligible candidates proceed to the choice-filling stage.

Choice Filling and Locking: Candidates order their preferred institutes and courses from over 20 available options.

• Round 1 choice submission occurs early July 2026 (July 5–7), followed by mock results on July 8 to assist candidates in refining their preferences before final locking (July 9–10).
• Subsequent rounds (Round 2: July 19–21; Round 3: July 23–25) allow for adjustments by candidates who opted for "float" or "slide".

Seat Allotment: Allotments are released sequentially—Round 1 (July 11), Round 2 (July 19), Round 3 (July 29), and a Special Round (August 9)—prioritizing higher JEE ranks against user-defined preferences.

Fee Payment and Willingness: After allotment, candidates must pay a partial admission fee (approximately INR 40,000) by the specified deadlines to retain their seat. Candidates must submit a willingness form choosing between Freeze (accept current seat), Float (upgrade within/across institutes), or Slide (higher branch within the same institute).

Physical Reporting: Candidates report to their allotted institutes (e.g., July 30–31 for Round 3) to verify original documents, including the JEE scorecard, Class 12 marksheet, category/domicile certificates, and medical fitness records.

Special and Spot Rounds: For remaining vacancies, a special round (post-July 31) allows fresh choice submission, followed by spot rounds (August 11–19) where candidates report directly to the institutes on a first-come, merit-based priority.

Additional Information

• Merit Computation: The rank list is synthesized by integrating JEE All India Ranks with Class 12 aggregate marks for specific reserved categories.
• Tie-Breaking: In the event of a tie, the preference is given sequentially based on JEE rank, followed by Class 12 aggregate marks, and finally the candidate's age.
• Withdrawals: Candidates may withdraw their seat after the deadline, with fees refunded minus a processing charge.

FAQs

Q1. How many rounds comprise JAC Chandigarh 2026 counselling?

Ans. The process includes four regular rounds, followed by special rounds and final spot rounds to ensure all seats are filled.

Q2. When does Round 1 choice filling begin in JAC Chandigarh 2026?

Ans. Choice filling for Round 1 is scheduled for July 5–7, 2026, with the final locking deadline set for July 9–10, 2026.

Q3. What options exist post-seat allotment in JAC Chandigarh 2026?

Ans. After seat allotment, candidates must pay a partial fee and select one of three willingness options: Freeze, Float, or Slide.

Q4. What documents are verified during JAC Chandigarh 2026 physical reporting?

Ans. Candidates must present their original JEE scorecard, Class 12 marksheet, category/PwD/domicile certificates, fee receipts, and medical fitness certificates.

Q5. Do spot rounds require prior online registration?

Ans. No, spot rounds are open directly to eligible candidates, including those who did not participate in earlier rounds or those who previously withdrew, and do not require fresh online registration. 

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