CSAB 2026 Special Round Counselling: Dates, Registration, Seat Vacancy & Eligibility for NITs, IIITs & GFTIs
The Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) will officially begin registrations and showcase seat vacancies for the **CSAB Special Round 2026 on July 28, 2026**. This round aims to fill remaining vacancies in the NIT+ system after all JoSAA rounds wrap up.
CSAB Special Round 2026 Full Schedule
Candidates must carefully track the dates below to ensure they do not miss choice locking windows:
| Event / Milestone | Official Date (2026) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Display of Vacant Seats (Post-JoSAA) | July 28, 2026 | ⏳ Scheduled |
| Registration, Choice Filling & Fee Payment Starts | July 28, 2026 | ⏳ Scheduled |
| Mock Seat Allotment Results | July 31, 2026 | ⏳ Scheduled |
| Registration Ends | August 3, 2026 (10:00 AM) | ⏳ Scheduled |
| Choice Filling & Locking Ends | August 5, 2026 (2:00 PM) | ⏳ Scheduled |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | August 6, 2026 | ⏳ Scheduled |
Who is Eligible for CSAB Special Rounds?
Any candidate who qualified in the JEE Main 2026 exam is eligible, provided they fall into one of the following categories:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I have to pay the registration fees if I already paid in JoSAA?
Yes. CSAB Special Round is a distinct process. However, the fee amount varies. Candidates who retained seats in JoSAA pay a lower processing fee, while candidates registering fresh pay the full institutional booking deposit. Check the brochure on csab.nic.in for exact details.
What happens to my JoSAA seat if I get a new seat in CSAB?
It is automatically cancelled. If you receive a fresh allotment in the CSAB Special Round, your previous JoSAA allotted seat is instantly released and allocated to another candidate. You cannot choose between the two; you must take the new CSAB seat.
Which institutions participate in CSAB Special Rounds?
All National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), and Government Funded Technical Institutions (GFTIs) participate to fill their vacant quotas.
