JoSAA Counselling 2025: Complete Guide to Round 6 Final Results and Admission Process
The JoSAA Counselling 2025 process has reached its final stage with Round 6 seat allotment results released today, July 16, 2025. This is the final stage of the counselling process of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Still, candidates who have applied to National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other Government-Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) have a ray of hope through the upcoming CSAB counselling.
With over 2.5 lakh candidates registered for JoSAA 2025, the competition remains intense for securing seats in India’s premier engineering institutions. This year, through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority, we have been able to handle admissions to 127 institutes, including 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, IIEST Shibpur, and 47 other GFTIs.
Current Status of JoSAA Counselling 2025
Round 6 – The Final IIT Round
The JoSAA Counselling 2025 Round 6 represents the final opportunity for candidates to secure admission to IITs. Released on July 16, 2025, at 5 PM, this round concludes the IIT admission process for the academic year 2025-26.
Round 6: Sufficient areas of consideration are:
- No Float or Slide: There are no Float or Slide Options at this final round, where candidates must book the seats that have been allotted to them.
- Seat Confirmation: June 20, 202,5, for reporting of seat, payment of fees, and upload of documents online
- Final Decision: No further rounds will be conducted for IIT admissions
Latest Key Dates for JoSAA Counselling 2025 Round 6
| Activity | Date | Time |
| Round 6 Seat Allotment Result | July 16, 2025 | 5:00 PM |
| Online Reporting Window | July 16-21, 2025 | Until 5:00 PM |
| Fee Payment & Document Upload | July 16-21, 2025 | Until 5:00 PM |
| Withdrawal (NIT+ only) | July 16-22, 2025 | Until 5:00 PM |
Complete JoSAA 2025 Counselling Process Overview
Registration and Eligibility Requirements
JoSAA 2025 eligibility varies based on the target institution:
For IIT Admission:
- Qualified in JEE Advanced 2025
- Passed in 2024 or 2025 Class 12, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- At least 75 per cent aggregate (65 per cent SC/ST/PwD) or the first 20th percentile
To Admission NIT/IIIT/GFTI:
- Good JEE Main 2025 rank
- Either 2023, 2024, or 2025, Class 12 passed
- Program requirements differ depending on the subjects
Step-by-Step Process for JoSAA Counselling 2025 Round 6: Updated
The JoSAA Counselling 2025 follows a structured seven-step process:
- Registration: With the help of the JEE Main 2025 application number and Credentials
- Choice Filling: Making preferences for institutes and programs
- Choice Locking: Making last-minute selections to meet deadlines
- Seat Allotment: Based on rank, choices, and availability
- Fees Payment: Seat confirmation fees Payment
- Document Verification: Verification online
- Final admission completion: Institute Reporting
JoSAA 2025 Participating Institutes and Seat Matrix
Institute Distribution
The JoSAA 2025 covers 127 participating institutes across India:
| Institute Type | Number of Institutions | Total Seats |
| IITs | 23 | 18,160 |
| NITs | 31 | 25,000+ |
| IIITs | 26 | 8,000+ |
| IIEST Shibpur | 1 | 1,200+ |
| Other GFTIs | 47 | 15,000+ |
Top Preferred Institutes Based on JEE Advanced 2025 Rankings
New statistics indicate that IIT Bombay remains the favourite of the top rankers:
- IIT Bombay: 78 of the top 100 rankers of JEE Advanced selected IIT Bombay
- Top 1000 Preference: 258 students in the top 1000 ranks chose IIT Bombay
- Rankers Top 10: 9/10 selected IIT Bombay
JoSAA 2025 Schedule and Timeline
Complete Counselling Timeline
| Round | Seat Allotment Date | Reporting Period | Fee Payment Deadline |
| Round 1 | June 14, 2025 | June 14-18, 2025 | June 18, 2025 |
| Round 2 | June 25, 2025 | June 25-29, 2025 | June 29, 2025 |
| Round 3 | July 2, 2025 | July 2-6, 2025 | July 6, 2025 |
| Round 4 | July 9, 2025 | July 9-13, 2025 | July 13, 2025 |
| Round 5 | July 10, 2025 | July 10-14, 2025 | July 14, 2025 |
| Round 6 | July 16, 2025 | July 16-21, 2025 | July 21, 2025 |
Post-JoSAA Counselling: CSAB 2025
For candidates who missed JoSAA 2025 opportunities, CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) counselling provides additional chances:
- CSAB Registration Start: 30 July 2025
- Eligible Candidates: Non-registered candidates, non-allocated seats, and those who have withdrawn from JoSAA
- Available Seats: Free seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs
Important Documents and Verification Process 2025
Required Documents for JoSAA 2025
Essential Documents:
- JEE Main/Advanced admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and 12 certificates and mark sheets
- Certificate of category (where applicable)
- PwD Certificate(if applicable)
- Nationality certificate
- Passport-size photographs
Document Upload Process
The JoSAA 2025 introduced an optional pre-allotment document upload feature to streamline the process. Candidates who have already uploaded their documents should re-check and resubmit them to prevent the cancellation of their seats.
Also Read: JoSAA Round 6 Seat Allotment Result 2025: Latest Update, Expert Guide, Don’t Miss Out!
Latest JoSAA 2025 Fee Structure and Payment Process
Seat Acceptance Fee Structure
| Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
| General/OBC | ₹45,000 |
| SC/ST | ₹22,500 |
| PwD | ₹22,500 |
Payment Guidelines
- Online Payment: Online payment can be made through the JoSAA portal through credit/debit cards or net banking
- Refund Policy: Fees will be refunded in the event that the candidate fails to take admission.
- Deadlines: Failure to make payment by the set deadline leads to forfeiture of the seat
Complete Analysis of JoSAA 2025 Trends and Statistics
Registration Statistics
JoSAA 2025 witnessed significant participation:
- Total Registered: 2,58,765 candidates
- Male Candidates: 1,91,935.
- Female Candidates: 66,829
- Transgender Candidates:1
- JEE Advanced Qualifiers Who Did Not Register: 3,001
Seat Allotment Patterns
The counselling process shows interesting patterns:
- IIT Bombay Dominance: Remains the most preferred one
- New Institutes: IIT Hyderabad is becoming cool with five selections in the top 500
- Geographic Preferences: IIT Bombay is located in Mumbai, with a Location advantage
Changes and Updates in JoSAA 2025
Process Improvements
JoSAA 2025 introduced several enhancements:
- Sandes App Integration: On counselling-related messages
- Pre-allotment Document Upload: an optional element to minimise last-minute problems
- Revised Schedules: The revisions to schedules are numerous to suit the needs of candidates.
Technology Integration
JoSAA 2025 introduced several enhancements:
- Sandes App: Sandes App integration: Counselling-related messages
- Pre-allotment Document Upload: Optional feature to curb last-minute problems:
- Revised Schedules: A variety of revisions of schedules to suit the needs of the candidates
State-wise Verification and Reporting Centres
Verification Centre Distribution
JoSAA 2025 has established verification centres across India:
- Centres State-wise: These are available to NITs and to other institutes also
- Physical Verification: Special centres for PwD candidates
- Help Centres: State-wise support centres
Tips for Success in JoSAA 2025
Strategy for Choice Filling
- Do Your Research: Look into institute rankings, placement statistics, and courses.
- Realistic Expectations: Fill in choices according to your category and rank
- Backup Choices: Have safety nets with lesser preference institutes
- Branch vs Institute: Choose the priority of the referred branch and institute
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Late Registration: Failure to turn in assignments on time due to procrastination
- Wrong Document: Do not upload an incomplete documentÂ
- Fee Payment Delays: Failure to pay fees on time can result in the loss of one’s seat.
- Poor Choice Filling: Not doing the institute’s research properly before selection
Future Prospects and Career Opportunities in 2025
Post-Admission Opportunities
JoSAA 2025 opens doors to:
- Elite engineering education: A direct connection with an elite faculty and facilities
- Research Opportunities: Research opportunities, Advanced research, and collaborations
- Industry Connections: Well-developed placement and alumni networks
- Higher Education: Opportunities to master’s and doctoral programs of high reputation
Placement Trends
- Top NITs keep up a good Placement Record:
- NIT Trichy: Median salary ₹ 15.76 lakh, 853 placements
- NIT Karnataka: Median salary ₹ 15 lakh, 794 placements
- NIT Rourkela: Median salary ₹12.5 lakh, 795 placements
Conclusion
The JoSAA Counselling 2025 process represents a crucial milestone for engineering aspirants across India. With Round 6 marking the final opportunity for IIT admissions and CSAB counselling providing additional chances for NIT and IIIT admissions, candidates must stay informed and act decisively. The system, although competitive, offers a transparent and merit-based pathway to the best technical institutes in India.
Success in JoSAA 2025 requires careful preparation, timely action, and strategic decision-making. Once the counselling process is over, the successful candidates will join the engineering path at institutions that have defined the technological landscape in India over the decades.
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Frequently Asked Question(FAQs)
Q1: What is the deadline for JoSAA 2025 Round 6 seat confirmation?
A: The online reporting, fee payment, and uploading of documents should be done by July 21, 2025, 5:00 PM.
Q2: Can I change my seat after Round 6 allotment in JoSAA 2025?
A: No, round 6 is the last round of IITs with no float or slide option. Candidates are obliged to verify their assigned seats.
Q3. Who is eligible for CSAB 2025 counselling under JoSAA?
A: CSAB counselling will be conducted on candidates who did not register for JoSAA, did not obtain seats, cancelled seats because of non-payment of fee, and those who withdrew.
Q4: What documents are required for JoSAA 2025 document verification?
A: Required documents are JEE scorecards, Class 10 and 12 certificates, category certificates (in case it is applicable), PwD certificates (in case it is applicable), and nationality certificates.
Q5: What is the commencement of CSAB 2025 counselling?
A: CSAB 2025 special counselling registration will start on July 30, 2025, to fill the vacant seats in the NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
Q6: What is the seat acceptance fee for JoSAA 2025?
A: Seat acceptance fee is different according to the category: 45000Indian rupees in case of General/OBC and 22500Indian rupees in case of SC/ST/PwD.
Q7: How many institutes participate in JoSAA 2025?
A: A total of 127 institutes participate in JoSAA 2025, including 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, IIEST Shibpur, and 47 other GFTIs.
Q8: What happens if I miss the fee payment deadline in JoSAA 2025?
A: Failure to pay the fee on time leads to cancellation of seats, and the candidate is not allowed to continue to subsequent rounds.
