The CSAB Supernumerary counselling will be conducted by CSAB from the third week of August, 2025. The counselling process provides admission to students from unrepresented UTs like Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Candidates can apply online through the CSAB portal to participate in CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025.
These Union Territories do not have any NITs, so to provide technical education to the students, the supernumerary seats are allocated to them. NITs like NIT Calicut, NIT Durgapur, and SVNIT Surat participate in the CSAB supernumerary counselling.
The counselling began on 16th August last year, and over 151 seats were allocated to candidates. In 2025, the number of seats is expected to range around 155-160
The seat allocation under the CSAB Supernumerary is done on the basis of the JEE Main scores, and there is no fixed cutoff for the supernumerary round.
The CSAB Counselling process includes online registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and document verification at the allotted centre.
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CSAB Supernumerary Counselling Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Name | CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025 |
| Purpose | Admission for students from UTs without an NIT |
| Eligible UTs | Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli |
| Participating Institutes | NIT Calicut, NIT Durgapur, SVNIT Surat |
| Who Can Apply | Students from eligible UTs with a valid JEE Main 2025 score |
| Seat Type | Supernumerary (extra seats, not affecting the general quota) |
| Expected Start Date | July/August 2025 (after CSAB Special Rounds) |
| Application Mode | Online via csab.nic.in |
| Process Steps | Registration, Choice Filling, Seat Allotment, Document Upload, Reporting |
| Cut-off Ranks | Not applicable (no official cut-offs) |
| Seats Offered Last Year (2024) | 151 supernumerary seats across 3 NITs |
| Last Year's Counselling Dates | August 16–27, 2024 |
- CSAB Supernumerary Counselling Overview
- CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025 Dates (Expected)
- CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- Reservation in CSAB Supernumerary 2025
- Participating Institutes in CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025
- CSAB Supernumerary Counselling Process
- CSAB Supernumerary Admission Criteria 2025
CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025 Dates (Expected)
In 2024, the CSAB Supernumerary counselling began on 16th August and the results were declared on 20th August. For 2025, the counselling registration is expected to start from the 4th week of August, 2025. The important dates for CSAB Supernumerary counselling 2025 are given below:
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration Start | 4th Week of August 2025 |
| Registration End | 1st Week of September 2025 |
| Choice Filling Period | 4th Week of August – 1st Week of September 2025 |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 | 2nd Week of September 2025 |
| Seat Allotment Round 2 | 3rd Week of September 2025 |
| Document Verification | 3rd Week of September 2025 |
| Physical Reporting | 4th Week of September 2025 |
CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should meet certain requirements for being eligible for admission to CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025. Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria for JoSAA or CSAB Special Rounds but are from eligible UTs can take part in this Supernumerary Counselling.
Who comes under the Supernumerary Quota?
Candidates belonging to the unrepresented UT, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu, and Dadra Nagar Haveli, where there is no NIT or any centrally funded institute, come under the supernumerary quota.
Who is eligible for CSAB Supernumerary Counselling?
The minimum eligibility criteria are as follows:
- Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for this counselling round.
- Candidates must be from one of the following Union territories: Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu, and Dadra Nagar Haveli. Only students from this UT are eligible for admission; other states or UT candidates cannot participate.
- Candidates must have appeared in the JEE Main 2025 Session 1 or Session 2 and have a valid score. There is no minimum score requirement under the CSAB supernumerary rounds.
Age Criteria
- Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of 2025.
- Candidate must not be over 25 years old (for the general category) and 30 years old (for SC/ ST/ Pwd categories)
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the Class 12th examination with subjects Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Candidates appearing for the class 12th exam in 2025 can also apply, but they must meet the eligibility criteria upon the declaration of the results.
Reservation in CSAB Supernumerary 2025
The CSAB Supernumerary follows the Government of India reservation norms, which are similar to JoSAA reservation criteria. Reservation is applied only for eligible Union Territory candidates under the supernumerary quota.
Is there a reservation in CSAB?
Yes, there is a reservation under the CSAB counselling. The reservation criteria under CSAB Supernumerary are as follows:
| Category | Reservation % |
|---|---|
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 15% |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 7.5% |
| OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) | 27% |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) | 5% horizontal reservation in each category |
Participating Institutes in CSAB Supernumerary Counselling 2025
The participating institutes in the CSAB Supernumerary Counselling are some selected NITs. The list of participating institutes where the supernumerary seats are available is:
Seats Available Across Participating Institutes
The official seat matrix for CSAB Supernumerary has not yet been released by CSAB. In 2024, there were approximately 151 seats available across the three NITs.For 2025, the number of seats is expected to be the same as in 2024. The official data will be available once the counselling process begins. The seat distribution for 2024 is given below:
| Institute | Total Supernumerary Seats (2024) |
|---|---|
| NIT Calicut | 50 |
| NIT Durgapur | 50 |
| SVNIT Surat | 51 |
| Total | 151 |
CSAB Supernumerary Counselling Process
The CSAB Supernumerary counselling process involves steps like Online Registration, Choice Filling, Choice Locking, Seat Allotment, Seat Acceptance Fees, Document Verification, and Physical Reporting at the NIT.
Online Registration
The eligible candidates have to visit the official CSAB portal https://csab.nic.in and register themselves by entering their personal information, JEE Main details, and the UT-specific documents. Only candidates from the eligible Union Territories (Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli) with a valid JEE Main 2025 score can register.
Do we have to register again for Round 2 Counselling?
There is only a single round under the CSAB Supernumerary counselling. Therefore, candidates have to register themselves once for participating in the counselling process.
Choice Filling
After registering themselves on the official website of CSAB, candidates must log in to the portal and select their preferred courses. The choice should be made from the available supernumerary seats in NIT Calicut, Durgapur, and SVNIT Surat. Arrange your choices in order of preference to increase the chances of allotment.
How many choices can be filled in the CSAB Supernumerary?
There is no limit for choice filing under the CSAB supernumerary counselling. Candidates can fill in as many course choices as they want; they can also edit, rearrange or delete the choices before locking.
Choice Locking
After selecting the courses of their preference, candidates should lock their selected choices. If any candidates fail to lock the choices, it may result in the failure of the seat allotment.
Seat Allotment
The seat allotment results are published on the CSAB portal. The seats are allocated based on the JEE Main ranks, locked choices, and seat availability. The counselling may consist of multiple rounds.
Seat Acceptance and Fee Payment
To confirm the allotted seat, candidates must pay a non-refundable seat acceptance fee through the CSAB portal. Candidates must pay the fee within the deadline specified by CSAB. The non-payment of fees may lead to the cancellation of the seat allotment.
| Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL | INR 35,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD | INR 15,000 |
Document Verification
The CSAB Supernumerary document verification is done at the designated reporting centre. The scanned documents must be clear. Carry both originals and photocopies (at least 2 copies each) during physical reporting. All certificates should be in English or Hindi. The following documents are required on the counselling day:
| Document Name | Purpose | Format | Important Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEE Main 2025 Scorecard | To verify eligibility and rank | PDF/Printout | Must be downloaded from NTA portal |
| JEE Main 2025 Admit Card | Identity & exam proof | PDF/Printout | Used to match candidate data |
| Class 10 Mark Sheet / Certificate | Age and DOB verification | Original + Copy | Name must match other documents |
| Class 12 Mark Sheet / Certificate | Proof of qualifying exam | Original + Copy | Must show you passed in 2024 or 2025 |
| Domicile Certificate (of UT) | Prove you're from an eligible UT | Original + Copy | Must be issued by the competent authority of the respective UT |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) | For OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS reservations | Original + Copy | Must be as per the JoSAA 2025 format, issued after April 1, 2024 |
| Medical Fitness Certificate | Health verification (per institute norms) | Original | The download format provided on the CSAB portal |
| Recent Passport-size Photographs | For identification and record-keeping | Printed | Same photo as uploaded in JEE form (4–6 copies) |
| Seat Allotment Letter (if allotted) | Proof of seat allotment | Downloaded PDF | Generated after allotment on the CSAB portal |
| Seat Acceptance Fee Receipt | Payment proof | PDF/Printout | Without this, your seat is not confirmed |
| Undertaking (if applicable) | In case of pending documents | Printed & Signed | Format usually provided by CSAB portal |
CSAB Supernumerary Admission Criteria 2025
For admission under the CSAB Supernumerary counselling, only the JEE Main 2025 scores are used. The highest scores from any session in January or April 2025 are automatically considered by CSAB. The All India Rank is calculated based on the best JEE Main Scores across both sessions.
Is There Any Cut-off in CSAB Supernumerary?
No, there is no fixed cut-off for CSAB. The admissions under CSAB is based on the eligibility, JEE Main AIR, and availability of Seats. Even candidates with lower ranks can get seats if seats are vacant and they meet the eligibility criteria.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Score Used | JEE Main 2025 (Best of all attempts) |
| Rank Used | JEE Main 2025 All India Rank (AIR) |
| Cut-off | No official or minimum cut-off |
| Admission Based On | JEE Main AIR + Preference Order + Seat Availability |
| Seat Type | Supernumerary (Extra seats for eligible UTs only) |
How is the JEE Main Score Used in CSAB Supernumerary Counselling?
- If a student appears in both the sessions of JEE Main 2025 (January and April), the best of the two scores is considered by CSAB.
- The NTA calculates your normalised percentile score and converts it into the JEE Main All India rank (AIR), and the AIR is used for seat allotment.
How Seats Are Allocated Without a Cut-off?
The seats under the CSAB Supernumerary are allocated based on the JEE Main scores. There is no minimum cut-off percentile or rank under the counselling process. Candidates don’t need to meet the general JoSAA category cut-offs.
Students with low JEE Main percentiles, like 40-60, have received admission in the supernumerary rounds.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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