JAC Delhi begins 2026 BTech counselling registration for DTU, NSUT and IIIT-Delhi admissions
JAC Delhi Starts 2026 Counselling Registration for Top Engineering Colleges
The Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Delhi has officially started the online registration and choice filling process for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026.
Candidates seeking admission into BTech and BArch programmes at Delhi’s top engineering institutes including DTU, NSUT, IIIT-Delhi, IGDTUW and DSEU can now apply online through the official counselling portal.
The counselling process is based on JEE Main 2026 ranks and will be conducted completely in online mode for the academic session 2026-27.
Main Official Counselling Portal
JAC Delhi Counselling 2026 Official Website
Participating Institutes in JAC Delhi 2026
| Institute | Programmes |
|---|---|
| Delhi Technological University (DTU) | BTech, BArch |
| Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) | BTech |
| IIIT-Delhi | BTech |
| IGDTUW | BTech, BArch |
| DSEU | BTech |
Admissions will be offered based on JEE Main 2026 scores and candidate preferences filled during counselling.
Important Dates for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Start Date | May 28, 2026 |
| Choice Filling Begins | May 28, 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | June 9, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Rounds | Expected from June onwards |
Candidates are advised to complete registration and choice locking before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
How to Apply for JAC Delhi 2026 Counselling
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit the official JAC Delhi portal |
| Step 2 | Login using JEE Main 2026 application details |
| Step 3 | Complete registration and verify details |
| Step 4 | Pay counselling registration fee |
| Step 5 | Fill and lock college and branch choices |
The counselling registration fee for JAC Delhi 2026 is ₹1,500.
Eligibility Criteria for BTech Admissions
| Requirement | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Entrance Exam | Valid JEE Main 2026 score |
| Educational Qualification | Class 12 with PCM subjects |
| Minimum Marks | Varies by institute |
| Reservation Rules | Applicable as per Delhi norms |
Some institutes like IIIT-Delhi may also follow additional eligibility and ranking conditions for admissions.
85 Percent Delhi Region Reservation Applicable
According to the admission guidelines, 85% of seats in several participating institutions are reserved for Delhi region candidates, while 15% seats are open for outside Delhi students.
Category-wise reservation policies including SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and defence quota reservations will also apply during counselling.
Why JAC Delhi Counselling is Highly Competitive
DTU, NSUT and IIIT-Delhi are considered among the top engineering institutions in India because of strong placement records, coding culture, startup ecosystem, and industry connections.
Every year, lakhs of JEE Main candidates compete for limited seats through the JAC Delhi counselling process.
Honestly, many students consider JAC Delhi counselling one of the best alternatives after IITs and NITs because colleges like DTU and NSUT offer strong placements with comparatively lower fees.
Candidates Advised to Check Previous Cutoffs Carefully
Experts advise students to analyse previous years’ opening and closing ranks before filling branch preferences during counselling.
Candidates are also encouraged to fill maximum possible choices to improve seat allotment chances across counselling rounds.
For now, eligible candidates can complete JAC Delhi 2026 counselling registration online through the official admission portal before June 9.
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