JoSAA 2026 Round 2 seat matrix shows seats available at NITs, IIITs and GFTIs after Round 1 allotment — students who did not receive a seat or chose Float or Slide can now compete for over 25,000 open seats in Round 2.
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) released Round 1 allotment results on June 28, 2026. Following Round 1 acceptance and withdrawal, the updated Round 2 seat matrix is now available on josaa.nic.in. This matrix reflects all unfilled and newly vacated seats across 31 NITs, 25 IIITs and 26 GFTIs, giving students another opportunity to secure admission at their preferred institute and programme.
- Over 35,000 total seats are part of JoSAA 2026 across NITs, IIITs and GFTIs combined.
- An estimated 25,000–27,600 seats remain open for Round 2 allotment, based on 2025 JoSAA trends.
- Students who chose Float (upgrade to a better institute) or Slide (upgrade within the same institute) in Round 1 automatically participate in Round 2.
- The seat matrix is available category-wise (UR, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD) and quota-wise (HS/OS) for each programme on josaa.nic.in.
- Seats at top NITs in popular branches like CSE and ECE fill quickly — Round 2 openings are higher in Civil, Mechanical and newer programmes.
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JoSAA 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix Overview
The Round 2 seat matrix published on josaa.nic.in covers all NITs, IIITs and GFTIs participating in JoSAA 2026. It shows total sanctioned seats and seats available for Round 2 allotment after accounting for Round 1 acceptances. The table below gives an overview based on 2025 JoSAA data; exact 2026 figures are available on the official portal.
| Institution Type | Number of Institutes | Total Seats | Est. Available Seats (Round 2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NITs | 31 | ~23,997 | ~17,000–18,500 |
| IIITs | 25 | ~7,149 | ~5,200–5,600 |
| GFTIs | 26 | ~4,291 | ~3,200–3,500 |
| Total | 82 | ~35,437 | ~25,400–27,600 |
Seats become available in Round 2 when a student did not pay the seat acceptance fee after Round 1 allotment, when a student chose to exit or withdraw, or when a seat was not allotted in Round 1 due to no eligible applicant at that rank. All estimates are based on 2025 JoSAA trends.
Available Seats at Top NITs After Round 1 Allotment
NITs offer the largest seat pool in JoSAA 2026. CSE and ECE seats at top NITs are typically filled in Round 1 itself, while Mechanical, Civil, Chemical and interdisciplinary branches retain a large share of seats for Round 2. The table below lists estimated available seats at major NITs based on 2025 JoSAA trends.
| NIT Name | Total Seats | Est. Available Seats (Round 2) | Branches with Open Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy | ~917 | ~620–680 | Mechanical, Civil, Chemical |
| NIT Warangal | ~869 | ~580–640 | Mechanical, Civil, Metallurgy |
| NIT Surathkal (NITK) | ~936 | ~630–700 | Mining, Chemical, Mechanical |
| NIT Calicut | ~908 | ~610–670 | Civil, Architecture, Production |
| NIT Rourkela | ~901 | ~610–660 | Mining, Ceramics, Life Sciences |
| MNNIT Allahabad | ~836 | ~560–620 | Civil, Mechanical, Production |
| MANIT Bhopal | ~793 | ~530–580 | Civil, Chemical, Mechanical |
| NIT Jamshedpur | ~801 | ~550–600 | Production, Civil, Mathematics |
| NIT Durgapur | ~785 | ~530–580 | Metallurgy, Chemical, Biomedical |
| NIT Kurukshetra | ~856 | ~570–630 | Civil, Mechanical, Electronics |
Students should check the NIT-wise seat matrix on josaa.nic.in for exact branch-level seat availability in their category and home-state quota before filling Round 2 choices.
Available Seats at IIITs After Round 1 Allotment
IIITs primarily offer Computer Science, Electronics and IT programmes. Older government-funded IIITs fill seats faster than newer PPP-mode IIITs. Students who missed their preferred IIIT in Round 1 should look at Round 2 availability, especially at IIITs established after 2015. Estimated seat availability at major IIITs based on 2025 JoSAA trends:
| IIIT Name | Total Seats | Est. Available Seats (Round 2) |
|---|---|---|
| IIIT Allahabad | ~430 | ~270–310 |
| IIIT Hyderabad | ~295 | ~170–210 |
| ABV-IIITM Gwalior | ~308 | ~190–220 |
| IIITDM Jabalpur | ~411 | ~260–300 |
| IIIT Guwahati | ~180 | ~110–130 |
| IIIT Kancheepuram | ~244 | ~155–185 |
| IIIT Una | ~231 | ~150–180 |
| IIIT Vadodara | ~255 | ~165–200 |
All seat figures are estimated based on 2025 JoSAA data. Refer to josaa.nic.in for the confirmed Round 2 seat matrix for all IIITs.
Available Seats at GFTIs After Round 1 Allotment
Government Funded Technical Institutes are a strong option for students who narrowly missed NIT cutoffs. GFTIs typically show higher seat availability in Round 2 due to comparatively lower competition. Below are selected GFTIs with estimated seat availability based on 2025 JoSAA data.
| GFTI Name | Total Seats | Est. Available Seats (Round 2) |
|---|---|---|
| BIT Mesra, Ranchi | ~418 | ~290–330 |
| ICT Mumbai | ~312 | ~200–240 |
| IIEST Shibpur | ~312 | ~210–250 |
| DIAT, Pune | ~120 | ~80–100 |
| NERIST, Nirjuli | ~220 | ~160–195 |
| SPA Delhi | ~60 | ~40–52 |
| SLIET, Longowal | ~265 | ~190–225 |
| Assam University, Silchar | ~120 | ~85–105 |
GFTIs offer strong outcomes in specific domains — BIT Mesra in core engineering, ICT Mumbai in chemical technology and SPA Delhi in architecture. All estimates are based on 2025 JoSAA trends.
Category-wise Seat Distribution at NITs, IIITs and GFTIs
Every seat in the JoSAA 2026 matrix is tagged by category and quota. Students must select the correct category and quota when reviewing seat availability. Central government reservation policy applies uniformly to all NITs, IIITs and GFTIs:
| Category | Reservation (%) | Seats per 100 (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 40.5% | 40–41 |
| OBC-NCL | 27% | 27 |
| EWS | 10% | 10 |
| SC | 15% | 15 |
| ST | 7.5% | 7–8 |
| PwD | 5% (horizontal) | Distributed across all categories |
At NITs, 50% of each category’s seats are under Home State (HS) quota and 50% under Other State (OS) quota. A student from Rajasthan applying to NIT Trichy (in Tamil Nadu) falls under OS quota, while a student from Tamil Nadu falls under HS quota. This distinction significantly affects opening and closing ranks — students must select the correct quota when checking the seat matrix.
How to Check JoSAA 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix
The official seat matrix is updated on josaa.nic.in after each round closes. Follow these steps to check available seats for Round 2:
- Visit the official JoSAA portal at josaa.nic.in.
- Click on Seat Matrix from the main menu or the JoSAA 2026 dashboard.
- Select Round 2 from the round number dropdown.
- Choose Institute Type: NIT, IIIT or GFTI.
- Select the Institute Name and the Academic Programme.
- Choose your Quota (HS or OS) and Category (UR/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS).
- Click Get Seat Matrix to view total and available seats for that combination.
You can also download the complete seat matrix as a PDF from josaa.nic.in for offline reference. Students should cross-check the Round 2 seat matrix against JoSAA 2025 and 2024 opening and closing ranks to estimate their chances before locking choices.
JoSAA 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. What does the JoSAA 2026 Round 2 seat matrix show?
Ans. The Round 2 seat matrix shows seats available at each NIT, IIIT and GFTI for Round 2 allotment, broken down by programme, category (UR/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS) and quota (HS/OS). It reflects all seats not filled or vacated after Round 1.
Ques. How many seats are expected to be available in JoSAA 2026 Round 2?
Ans. Based on 2025 JoSAA trends, an estimated 25,000–27,600 seats are expected to be available across NITs, IIITs and GFTIs in Round 2. The exact count will be confirmed on josaa.nic.in once Round 1 acceptance closes.
Ques. Can students who accepted a seat in Round 1 still participate in Round 2?
Ans. Students who chose Accept in Round 1 without selecting Float or Slide are not eligible for Round 2 upgrades. Only students who chose Float or Slide, or who did not receive any allotment in Round 1, participate in Round 2 choice filling.
Ques. Where can I check the JoSAA 2026 Round 2 seat matrix?
Ans. The Round 2 seat matrix is available on josaa.nic.in. Go to the Seat Matrix section, select Round 2, and filter by institute type, institute name, programme, quota and category to view available seats.
Ques. What is the difference between HS and OS quota in the NIT seat matrix?
Ans. HS (Home State) quota reserves 50% of each category’s NIT seats for students from the state where that NIT is located. OS (Other State) quota covers the remaining 50% for students from all other states. Cutoff ranks differ significantly between HS and OS quotas for the same NIT and branch.
Ques. Do IITs have a separate seat matrix from NITs and IIITs in JoSAA?
Ans. Yes. IIT seats in JoSAA are filled through a separate allotment process for JEE Advanced qualified students. The NIT, IIIT and GFTI seat matrix runs in parallel within the same JoSAA counselling process but under different eligibility criteria.
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