OJEE 2026 Counselling registration is open at ojee.nic.in, with Round 1 seat allotment released on July 2 and online reporting for allotted students running till July 7, 2026 (5:00 PM).
The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board conducts the entire counselling process online at ojee.nic.in. Students who qualified OJEE 2026 must register on the official portal, pay the counselling fee, upload required documents, and fill college choices in preference order. The sequence — registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and online reporting — is completed online without any physical visit until final reporting at the allotted college after Round 3.
- Counselling registration fee: Rs 450 (non-refundable), payable online through net banking, debit card, or credit card.
- B.Tech (UG) registration opened June 18, 2026; LE-Tech (lateral entry) registration opened June 24, 2026; PG programmes (M.Tech, MBA, MCA) registration opened June 25, 2026.
- Round 1 seat allotment was released July 2, 2026; online reporting for Round 1 allotted students is open till July 7, 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Round 2 allotment: July 15, 2026; Round 3 allotment: July 30, 2026.
- Students must fill as many college choices as possible to maximise their seat allotment chances.
OJEE 2026 Counselling Overview
OJEE 2026 counselling is conducted by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Board for admission to B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan, B.CAT, Int. M.Sc, Lateral Entry B.Tech (LE-Tech), Lateral Entry B.Pharm, M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, MBA, MCA, and M.Sc (Computer Science) programmes in participating Odisha institutions. The process runs across three allotment rounds. After each round, allotted students must complete online reporting, pay a part admission fee, and exercise the Freeze or Float option to retain or upgrade their seat.
| Programme Group | Counselling Body | Official Portal |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech / B.Arch / B.Plan / B.CAT / Int. M.Sc | OJEE Board | ojee.nic.in |
| Lateral Entry B.Tech (LE-Tech) / LE-B.Pharm | OJEE Board | ojee.nic.in |
| M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan / MBA / MCA / M.Sc (CS) | OJEE Board | ojee.nic.in |
OJEE 2026 Counselling Schedule
The table below covers key events across all three rounds of OJEE 2026 counselling. Students must complete online reporting within the window specified after each seat allotment or they will lose the allotted seat.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| B.Tech (UG) Counselling Registration Opens | June 18, 2026 |
| LE-Tech Counselling Registration Opens | June 24, 2026 |
| PG (M.Tech / MBA / MCA) Counselling Registration Opens | June 25, 2026 |
| Mock Seat Allotment | June 27, 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking Deadline | June 29, 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2, 2026 |
| Round 1 Online Reporting (Freeze / Float) | July 2 – July 7, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | July 15, 2026 |
| Round 2 Online Reporting | July 15 – July 19, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Special / 2nd OJEE Registration Window | July 23 – July 27, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | July 30, 2026 |
| Round 3 Online Reporting | July 30 – August 4, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
How to Register for OJEE 2026 Counselling on ojee.nic.in
The complete OJEE 2026 counselling registration process is online. Follow these steps to register and pay the fee before the round-wise deadlines.
- Visit the official portal: Go to ojee.nic.in and click on the OJEE 2026 Counselling registration link displayed on the homepage.
- Log in with OJEE 2026 credentials: Enter your roll number or application number along with your date of birth or registered password to access the counselling section.
- Fill the registration form: Enter your personal details, contact information, qualifying exam marks, and confirm your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PWD, etc.).
- Upload documents: Upload a scanned passport-size photograph and your signature in the format and file-size dimensions specified in the OJEE 2026 counselling brochure. Documents must be clear and legible.
- Pay the counselling fee: Pay Rs 450 online through net banking, debit card, or credit card. This fee is non-refundable regardless of whether a seat is allotted.
- Submit and save the confirmation: Submit the form and download the fee payment receipt. Keep this for reference at document verification and during reporting.
How to Fill College Choices in OJEE 2026 Counselling
After completing registration and fee payment, students must fill their college and course preferences. This step determines which seat you receive — the system matches your rank against your highest available preference.
- Log in to the choice filling section at ojee.nic.in using your counselling login credentials.
- Browse available colleges and courses: The portal lists all participating Odisha institutions with their programmes and seat availability. Filter by programme type, college name, or city to narrow your search.
- Add choices in preference order: Select college-course combinations and rank them from most preferred (Rank 1) to least preferred. The allotment engine assigns the highest available preference based on your OJEE rank.
- Fill as many choices as possible: There is no penalty for adding more options. Filling more choices significantly improves your chances of receiving a seat in Round 1 itself.
- Use the Mock Allotment to review: The Mock Seat Allotment displayed on June 27, 2026 showed likely allotments based on choices submitted at that time. Use this as a reference when finalising your list.
- Lock choices before the deadline: The choice filling window closed on June 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM. No changes are permitted after locking or window closure.
After each allotment round, students who receive a seat must exercise the Freeze option (accept the seat permanently, exit further rounds) or the Float option (retain the current seat and participate in the next round for a higher preference) during online reporting.
Documents Required for OJEE 2026 Counselling
Keep scanned copies of the following documents ready before starting counselling registration. Originals must be produced at document verification; photocopies are retained by the nodal centre.
| Document | Applicable For |
|---|---|
| Class 10 mark sheet and certificate | All students |
| Class 12 mark sheet and certificate | UG programmes (B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan) |
| Diploma mark sheets (all years) and passing certificate | Lateral Entry B.Tech / LE-B.Pharm |
| Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate | PG programmes (M.Tech, MBA, MCA) |
| OJEE 2026 rank card and allotment letter | All students |
| Resident / Nativity Certificate (issued by Tahasildar, Odisha) | All students (mandatory) |
| Category certificate (OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PWD) | Reserved category students |
| Passport-size photographs (recent, colour) | All students |
| Bonafide certificate from institution (if final-year result is awaited) | Students with provisional qualifying result |
Important: A Resident / Nativity Certificate from an Odisha Tahasildar (Revenue Officer) is mandatory for every student regardless of rank or category. If the name on any document differs from the OJEE 2026 application form, carry a notarised affidavit and, if available, a gazette notification to document verification.
OJEE 2026 Counselling Fee
The counselling registration fee for OJEE 2026 is Rs 450 for all students, payable online. A part admission fee is also collected at the time of online reporting after seat allotment; the remaining tuition fee is paid directly to the allotted institution during physical reporting.
| Fee Type | Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Counselling Registration Fee | Rs 450 (non-refundable) | Online — net banking / debit card / credit card |
| Part Admission Fee (on seat acceptance) | As notified by OJEE Board | Online |
| Remaining Tuition Fee | As per institution fee structure | At college during physical reporting |
OJEE 2026 Counselling Registration FAQs
Ques. When did OJEE 2026 counselling registration open and which students can register?
Ans. OJEE 2026 counselling registration opened on June 18, 2026 for B.Tech students, June 24, 2026 for lateral entry (LE-Tech and LE-B.Pharm) students, and June 25, 2026 for PG programme students (M.Tech, MBA, MCA). All students who qualified OJEE 2026 or JEE Main 2026 (for B.Tech) and meet Odisha domicile requirements are eligible to register.
Ques. What is the counselling registration fee for OJEE 2026?
Ans. The OJEE 2026 counselling registration fee is Rs 450 for all students. It is non-refundable and must be paid online through net banking, debit card, or credit card at the time of registration on ojee.nic.in.
Ques. Can I change my college choices after locking in OJEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. No. Once choices are locked or the choice filling window closed on June 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM, no further changes are allowed. You can freely add, remove, and rearrange choices before locking. The system considers the final locked list for allotment.
Ques. What is the difference between Freeze and Float in OJEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. Selecting Freeze means you permanently accept the allotted seat and will not participate in further rounds. Selecting Float means you retain the current seat and will be considered for a seat of higher preference in the next allotment round, subject to rank and vacancy. If a better seat is not available in the next round, your current seat is retained.
Ques. Is the Odisha domicile certificate mandatory for OJEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. Yes. A Resident / Nativity Certificate issued by an Odisha Tahasildar (Revenue Officer) is mandatory for every student at document verification, regardless of rank, category, or programme. Admission cannot be completed without this certificate.
Ques. How many seat allotment rounds are there in OJEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. OJEE 2026 counselling has three main seat allotment rounds: Round 1 (July 2), Round 2 (July 15), and Round 3 (July 30, 2026). A special registration window is also open from July 23 to July 27, 2026 for students who qualified in a second OJEE session, allowing them to participate in Round 3 allotment.








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