JAC Delhi Counselling 2026 has started. The online registration date is May 28 and the last date is June 9.This is the golden opportunity for students who want to study B.tech from top institutes of Delhi they can participate in JAC Delhi Counselling 2026. candidates can register to the official Website of JAC Delhi and choose for B.Tech and B.Arch programs through the official website.
JAC (Joint Admission Committee) Delhi was started by the Delhi Government in 2014 to combine the admission process for undergraduate programmes at top government engineering, architecture, and management colleges in Delhi into one single online system.This initiative was designed to avoid multiple admission counsellings and save candidates and their guardians from the resulting inconvenience of shifting from one institution to another during the admission process.JAC Delhi serves as the only gateway to Delhi’s premier government-funded technical universities. The system is entirely transparent and based strictly on merit.There are no management quotas ,no NRI quotas.and no back-door admissions.Every single seat goes to the candidate who earned it through their JEE Main score.
Highlights:JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
| Feature | Details |
| Conducted By | Joint Admission Committee (JAC), Delhi |
| Initiated By | Govt. of NCT of Delhi (since 2014) |
| Mode | 100% Online Counselling |
| Programmes Covered | B.Tech and B.Arch |
| Entrance Exam | JEE Main 2026 (Paper I for B.Tech, Paper II for B.Arch) |
| Counselling Rounds | 5 Rounds + 1 Upgradation Round + Spot Round |
| Registration Fee | ₹1,500 (Non-refundable) |
| Official Portal | jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in |
| Delhi Quota | 85% seats for Delhi region candidates |
| Outside Delhi Quota | 15% seats for non-Delhi candidates |
| Technical Support | National Informatics Centre (NIC) |
| Age Limit | None specified for any programme |
Participating Institutes for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
JAC Delhi 2026 conducts online counselling for admission to B.Tech and B.Arch courses offered by five participating institutes: DTU, IGDTUW, DSEU, IIIT-Delhi, and NSUT.
1. Delhi Technological University (DTU)
One of India’s oldest and most reputed engineering institutions, formerly Delhi College of Engineering. DTU offers B.Tech in 13+ specialisations including Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Production, Environmental, Biotechnology, Information Technology, and more. It also offers a unique B.Tech + MBA dual degree programme. Since 2014, DTU has been the coordinating institution for JAC Delhi, overseeing the entire process with the technical support of NIC
2. Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT)
Formerly Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT), NSUT is one of Delhi’s premier engineering universities. It offers B.Tech in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, Instrumentation, Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing. NSUT also offers B.Arch — one of the few government engineering institutions in Delhi to do so. It operates from two campuses — East Delhi and West Delhi (Dwarka).
3. Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW)
IGDTUW is one of the participating institutes in JAC Delhi 2026, offering B.Tech and B.Arch programmes exclusively for women candidates. A dedicated technical university exclusively for women — a pioneer institution in promoting gender equity in engineering education in India. IGDTUW also offers a unique B.Tech + MBA dual degree programme.
4. Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi (IIIT-Delhi)
IIIT-Delhi offers 9 specialised B.Tech programmes in interdisciplinary domains combining Computer Science with Mathematics, Design, Biosciences, Social Sciences, AI, Economics (CSEcon — new programme), and VLSI Engineering. IIIT-Delhi has a unique selection process — it uses JEE Main percentile along with bonus points for achievements in Olympiads, sports, and innovation, making it the only JAC Delhi institute with a merit-plus-achievement model
5. Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU)
DSEU is a newer addition to the JAC Delhi 2026 participating institutes, offering skill-based B.Tech programmes with a strong focus on entrepreneurship and industry-aligned technical education. DSEU is India’s first skill university and offers B.Tech programmes with a distinctive focus on practical, hands-on training aligned with industry needs.
Programmes Offered Under JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
B.Tech (4 Years) — Major Specialisations
| Institute | Key B.Tech Branches & Specialisations |
| DTU (Delhi Technological University) | Computer Science (CSE), Software Engineering, Information Technology (IT), Electronics & Communication (ECE), Electrical (EE), Mechanical (ME), Civil, Environmental, Biotechnology, Production & Industrial, Mathematics & Computing, Engineering Physics. |
| NSUT (Netaji Subhas University of Technology) | Computer Science (CSE), CSE with Artificial Intelligence / Data Science, Information Technology (IT), IT with Network & Information Security, Electronics & Communication (ECE), Electronics with VLSI Design, Electrical (EE), Instrumentation & Control, Mechanical (ME), Mechanical with Electric Vehicles, Civil, Geoinformatics, Biotechnology, Manufacturing. |
| IGDTUW (For Women) | Computer Science (CSE), CSE with Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology (IT), Electronics & Communication (ECE), ECE with Artificial Intelligence, Mechanical & Automation (MAE), Biotechnology, Mathematics & Computing. |
| IIIT-Delhi (Indraprastha Institute of IT) | Computer Science (CSE), Computer Science + Applied Mathematics, Computer Science + Design, Computer Science + Biosciences, Computer Science + Social Sciences, Computer Science + Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science + Economics, Electronics & Communication (ECE), Electronics & VLSI Engineering. |
| DSEU (Delhi Skill & Entrepreneurship University) | Skill-focused and industry-aligned B.Tech programs in various core technical and vocational domains. |
B.Arch (5 Years)
B.Arch programmes are offered by NSUT and IGDTUW only. Admission is based on JEE Main 2026 Paper II (Architecture Aptitude Test) scores. Candidates must have studied Mathematics in Class XII.
B.Tech + MBA Dual Degree
IGDTUW offers a unique integrated B.Tech + MBA programme — a 5-year dual degree combining engineering and management, one of the few such programmes available through government university admission in Delhi
Eligibility Criteria for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
For B.Tech at DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, and DSEU
For B.Tech at DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, and Dual Degree (B.Tech + MBA) at IGDTUW, candidates must have at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in Class XII or equivalent, and must have passed English (Core or Elective) as a subject
Relaxation in minimum marks has been provided for reserved category candidates. There is no age limit for admission through JAC Delhi 2026.
| Category | Minimum Class 12 PCM Aggregate Required |
| General / UR | 60% in PCM |
| OBC-NCL | 55% in PCM (10% relaxation from 60%) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 40% in PCM (33.33% relaxation from 60%) |
| Defence (CW) | 55% in PCM (5% relaxation from 60%) |
For B.Tech at IIIT-Delhi
A separate merit list shall be generated for IIIT-Delhi based on the final percentage of scores received by candidates in JEE Main 2026 along with bonus points awarded for achievements in Olympiads, sports, and innovation. In the event of a tie, preference is given to the candidate with a higher CRL
The minimum PCM aggregate for IIIT-Delhi is 65% for General/UR candidates (55% for OBC, SC, ST, PwBD), and English must be a compulsory subject.
For B.Arch at NSUT and IGDTUW
Candidates must have studied Mathematics in Class XII with a minimum 60% aggregate in PCM. A valid JEE Main 2026 Paper II (B.Arch) score is mandatory.
Key Eligibility Points
- Must have passed Class XII from a CBSE or any recognised board
- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are compulsory subjects
- English (Core or Elective) must be one of the subjects studied
- Valid JEE Main 2026 Paper I score (for B.Tech) or Paper II score (for B.Arch)
- No age limit is specified for admission through JAC Delhi 2026 Collegedunia
- DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, and DSEU do not have any management quota, donation seat, or NRI quota — admission is strictly on JEE Main AIR Collegedunia
Important Dates for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
JAC Delhi 2026 counselling registration will begin on May 28, 2026, and continue till June 9, 2026. The complete JAC Delhi 2026 counselling schedule has been released on the official website.
| Event | Date / Timeline |
| JAC Delhi 2026 Registration Opens | May 28, 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Registration & Choice Filling Window | May 28, 2026 – June 9, 2026 |
| Last Date to Register & Pay Fee | June 9, 2026 (11:30 PM) |
| Choice Locking Deadline | June 9, 2026 (11:30 PM) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment Result | June – July 2026 (Expected) |
| Round 4 Seat Allotment Result | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Round 5 Seat Allotment Result | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Upgradation Round | July 2026 (Expected) |
| Spot Round | July – August 2026 (Expected) |
| Physical Reporting at Institutes | After each round’s allotment (As per notified schedule) |
| Academic Session Begins | August – September 2026 (Expected) |
Note :No fresh registration will be permitted for the Spot Round of admissions. Candidates who miss Round 1 registration cannot participate in any later round including the Spot Round.
Seat Distribution for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
As per the admission guidelines, 85% of seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the Delhi region, while the remaining 15% of seats are available for candidates from outside Delhi.
| Quota | Seat Share | Eligible Candidates |
| Delhi (Home State) | 85% | Candidates who are Delhi domicile or passed Class XII from Delhi |
| Outside Delhi | 15% | Candidates from all other states |
Within each quota, the category-wise reservation follows Government of India norms including SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC-NCL (27%), EWS (10%), and PwBD (5% horizontal), along with Defence (CW) horizontal reservation.
Admission Process for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
The counselling process in each round includes registration, choice filling, seat allotment, payment of the seat acceptance fee, and physical reporting at the respective institute.
Step 1 — Qualify JEE Main 2026
Appear in JEE Main 2026 Paper I (for B.Tech) or Paper II (for B.Arch). Your JEE Main All India Rank (CRL) is the primary basis for seat allotment at DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, and DSEU. For IIIT-Delhi, your JEE Main percentile plus bonus points forms the merit list.
Step 2 — Register on JAC Delhi Portal
To participate in JAC Delhi counselling, candidates have to register with their JEE Main application number and password on the official portal at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in. Registration is open from May 28, 2026 to June 9, 2026.
Step 3 — Pay the Registration Fee
Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of ₹1,500 through online payment modes such as credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, or other payment options available on the portal. Applications submitted without successful fee payment will not be considered for counselling
Step 4 — Fill and Lock Choices for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
Fill your institute and branch preferences in order of priority. Fill maximum preferences during registration to maximise chances. The choice-filling window closes on June 9, 2026 at 11:30 PM. Lock your choices before the deadline — unlocked choices are not considered for seat allotment.
Step 5 — Seat Allotment (Round-wise) for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
For DTU, NSUT, and IGDTUW, seats are allocated purely on the basis of CRL (Common Rank List) rankings in JEE Main 2026, along with category, region, eligibility, and choices filled by the candidates.
There are five regular rounds of seat allotment. After each round, candidates must log in to their profile and respond within the stipulated time. There will be five rounds of JAC Delhi counselling 2026, followed by one upgrade round.
Step 6 — Accept, Freeze, or Float the Seat
After each seat allotment, candidates have options:
Accept and Freeze — Accept the allotted seat and exit the upgrade process. Your seat is confirmed.
Accept and Float — Accept the current seat provisionally but remain in the pool for a better preference in the next round.
Withdraw — Decline the seat and exit counselling. Withdraw your admission only through the official portal to get a refund (before the stipulated deadline).
Step 7 — Pay Seat Acceptance Fee for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
After accepting a seat, pay the seat acceptance fee online within the stipulated time. This fee is partially refundable if the candidate withdraws within the deadline
Step 8 — Physical Reporting at the Institute
If you miss physical reporting after seat allotment, your admission will be cancelled. Report to the allotted institute on the specified date with original documents and their photocopies. Failing to report within the deadline means automatic forfeiture of the seat.
Step 9 — Upgradation Round for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
After all five regular rounds, an Upgradation Round takes place where candidates already admitted can get their branch or institute upgraded automatically based on their previously filled choices, if higher-preference seats become available.
Step 10 — Spot Round (if seats remain) for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
A Spot Round is conducted if seats remain vacant after all regular and upgradation rounds. No fresh registration will be permitted for the Spot Round. Only candidates already registered in the main counselling cycle can participate in the Spot Round.
Fee Structure for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026 (Participating Institutes)
| University / Institute | Total Fee (1st Year) | Seat Acceptance Fee | Balance Fee at Institute |
| NSUT* | B.Tech: ₹2,70,000 B.Arch: ₹2,75,000 | ₹95,000 | B.Tech: ₹1,75,000 B.Arch: ₹1,80,000 |
| DTU | ₹2,69,700 | ₹95,000 | ₹1,74,700 |
| IGDTUW | B.Tech & Dual Degree (B.Tech-MAE+MBA): ₹1,68,000 per annum B.Arch: ₹1,85,500 per annum + One-time Security Fee ₹5,000 (Refundable) + Alumni Fee ₹2,000 (Non-refundable) | ₹95,000 | B.Tech: ₹80,000 B.Tech+MBA (Dual Degree): ₹80,000 B.Arch: ₹97,500 |
| IIIT-D | ₹4,50,000 (₹2,25,000 per semester; remaining ₹2,25,000 before start of 2nd semester) | ₹95,000 | ₹1,42,000 for 1st semester (includes Alumni Fee ₹2,000 + Security Deposit ₹10,000) Balance ₹2,25,000 before 2nd semester |
| DSEU | SC/ST/PD: ₹80,900 Others: ₹1,85,300 | ₹95,000 | SC/ST/PD: Nil Others: ₹90,300 |
Note; All fees are approximate and based on the 2025–26 academic year. Exact fees for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026 will be notified by each institute at the time of admission. Fee structures for SC/ST/PwBD candidates are subsidised as per Government of Delhi and Central Government norms.
JEE Main Cutoff for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026 (Institute-wise)
The JAC Delhi cutoff is released in the form of opening and closing ranks after each round ends on the official website. Candidates whose JEE Main rank meets the minimum JAC Delhi cutoff are allocated seats in their choices of college and courses, subject to seat availability
DTU — Closing Ranks 2025 (General, Delhi Quota)
| Engineering Branch | Expected Closing JEE Main Rank Range |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | ~2,500 – 3,500 |
| Software Engineering (SE) | ~3,500 – 5,000 |
| Mathematics & Computing | ~4,000 – 6,000 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~5,000 – 8,000 |
| Information Technology (IT) | ~6,000 – 9,000 |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | ~8,000 – 12,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | ~12,000 – 18,000 |
| Civil Engineering | ~15,000 – 22,000 |
| Environmental Engineering | ~20,000 – 30,000 |
NSUT — Closing Ranks 2025 (General, Delhi Quota)
| Engineering Branch | Expected Closing JEE Main Rank Range |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | ~3,000 – 5,000 |
| Information Technology (IT) | ~5,000 – 8,000 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~7,000 – 12,000 |
| Instrumentation & Control Engineering (ICE) | ~12,000 – 18,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | ~18,000 – 26,000 |
IIIT-Delhi — Closing Ranks 2025 (JEE Main Percentile + Bonus Points)
| Engineering Branch / Specialisation | Expected Closing JEE Main Rank Range |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | ~800 – 1,200 |
| Computer Science & Applied Mathematics (CSAM) | ~1,200 – 2,000 |
| Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence (CSAI) | ~1,500 – 2,500 |
| Computer Science & Design (CSD) | ~2,000 – 3,500 |
| Electronics & Communication (ECE) / VLSI Engineering | ~3,000 – 6,000 |
IGDTUW — Closing Ranks 2025 (General, Delhi Quota — Women Only)
| Engineering Branch | Expected Closing JEE Main Rank Range |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | ~5,000 – 9,000 |
| Information Technology (IT) | ~8,000 – 14,000 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~9,000 – 15,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | ~15,000 – 25,000 |
Documents Required for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
Candidates must bring original and self-attested copies of the following documents to JAC Delhi document verification process
- JEE Main 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard / Rank Letter
- Class X Certificate and Marksheet (for date of birth proof)
- Class XII Certificate and Marksheet (PCM subjects)
- JAC Delhi Seat Allotment Letter (downloaded from portal)
- Delhi Domicile / Residence Certificate (for Delhi quota candidates)
- Category Certificate — SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwBD (if applicable — current year for OBC-NCL and EWS)
- Defence Certificate in prescribed format (for CW candidates)
- Single Girl Child Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhar Card or valid Government-issued photo ID
- Recent passport-size photographs (6–8 copies
Scholarships and Financial Support for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
Government of Delhi and Central Government Scholarships
SC/ST Fee Concession — Government-funded institutions (DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW) provide significant fee subsidies for SC and ST students as per Delhi Government and Central Government norms.
Post-Matric Scholarship — For SC, ST, and OBC students under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
EWS Scholarship — Available for Economically Weaker Section students.
Pragati Scholarship — AICTE’s scholarship for girl students in technical courses — ₹50,000 per year for two girl students per family pursuing technical education.
Saksham Scholarship — AICTE’s scholarship for differently-abled students in technical courses.
PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme — Collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans for eligible students through pmvidyalaxmi.co.in. Toll-free helpline: 1800-1031.
IIIT-Delhi Specific Scholarships for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
IIIT-Delhi offers a range of institutional scholarships including full tuition fee waivers for students at the top of the IIIT-Delhi merit list, need-based scholarships, and merit-cum-means awards. Details are available at iiitd.ac.in
Seat matrix for JAC Delhi Counselling 2026
JAC Delhi 2026 — Complete Seat Matrix
| Institute name | Seat |
| DTU | 2768 |
| NSUT | 2197 |
| IGDTUW | 1323 |
| IIIT DELHI | 532 |
| DSEU | 995 |
| Total seat | 7815 |
Delhi Technological University (DTU)
| Programme / Branch | Seats |
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 463 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 133 |
| Software Engineering | 199 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 199 |
| Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) | 199 |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | 331 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 264 |
| Mechanical Engineering — Automotive Engineering | 84 |
| Civil Engineering | 166 |
| Environmental Engineering | 83 |
| Chemical Engineering | 84 |
| Production and Industrial Engineering | 84 |
| Biotechnology | 83 |
| Engineering Physics | 127 |
| Total | 2,769 |
Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT)
| Programme / Branch | Seats |
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 216 |
| CSE — Artificial Intelligence | 144 |
| CSE — Data Science | 72 |
| CSE — Big Data Analytics | 72 |
| CSE — Internet of Things (IoT) | 72 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 144 |
| IT — Network and Information Security | 72 |
| Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) | 216 |
| ECE — Internet of Things | 72 |
| ECE — Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 144 |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | 180 |
| Instrumentation and Control Engineering | 180 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 216 |
| Mechanical Engineering — Electric Vehicles | 72 |
| Civil Engineering | 72 |
| Geoinformatics | 72 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 90 |
| Biotechnology | 90 |
| B.Arch (Architecture) | 40 |
| Total | 2197 |
Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW)
| Programme / Branch | Seats |
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 227 |
| CSE — Artificial Intelligence | 227 |
| CSE— cyber security | 77 |
| AI and Machine Learning | 77 |
| Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) | 77 |
| ECE — Artificial Intelligence | 152 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 152 |
| Mechanical and Automation Engineering (MAE) | 97 |
| Dual Degree — B.Tech MAE + MBA | 32 |
| B.Arch (Architecture) | 50 |
| Total | 1323 |
Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi (IIIT-D)498 total seats
Branch-wise seat intake
| Programme / Branch | Seats |
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 121 |
| CSE + Applied Mathematics | 64 |
| CSE + Artificial Intelligence | 64 |
| CSE + Biosciences | 64 |
| CSE + Design | 37 |
| CSE + Social Sciences | 36 |
| Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) | 64 |
| Electronics and VLSI Engineering | 64 |
| Total | 532 |
Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DESU) Seat Matrix
Reservation policy — quick reference
| Category | Reservation % | Type | Key Requirement |
| Unreserved / General (UR) | Open merit | Vertical | No specific certificate required |
| OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) | 27% | Vertical | Valid current-year OBC-NCL certificate |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% | Vertical | Valid current-year EWS certificate |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 15% | Vertical | SC certificate from Competent Authority |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 7.5% | Vertical | ST certificate from Competent Authority |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | 5% horizontal | Horizontal | PwBD certificate from Competent Authority |
| Defence / CW (Children/Widows of Armed Forces) | Priority-based | Horizontal | Defence CW certificate — signed by Sainik Board / Record Office |
| Single Girl Child (SGC) | Supernumerary | Horizontal | SGC affidavit / certificate |
| Kashmiri Migrant (KM) | 1 per institute | Supernumerary | KM certificate from Competent Authority |
| Delhi Region | 85% of all seats | Regional | Delhi domicile or Class XII from Delhi board/school |
| Outside Delhi | 15% of all seats | Regional | All other states |
