JAC Delhi 2026 — Joint Admission Counselling Delhi — offers admission to 7,861 seats across five premier government universities in Delhi: DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, DSEU, and IIIT-Delhi. Seats are allotted through JEE Main 2026 scores via a centralised merit-cum-choice-based counselling process. Round 2 seat allotment has been declared on July 1, 2026, with students allotted in Round 2 required to complete fee payment and online reporting by July 3, 2026. The 2026 seat intake is the highest in JAC Delhi’s history, crossing 7,800 seats for the first time — primarily driven by DSEU’s return to JAC counselling after a one-year absence.
- Total seats in JAC Delhi 2026: 7,861 — 7,771 B.Tech seats and 90 B.Arch seats (at IGDTUW only).
- Five institutes participate: DTU (2,769 seats), NSUT (2,197), IGDTUW (1,323), DSEU (1,040), and IIIT-Delhi (532).
- 85% of seats (~6,682) are reserved for Delhi Region students — those who completed Class 12 from schools within NCT of Delhi; the remaining 15% (~1,179) are for students from outside Delhi.
- Category reservations follow Delhi government policy: OBC-NCL (Delhi domicile) 27%, SC 15%, EWS 10%, ST 7.5%, plus a horizontal 5% PwD reservation within each vertical category.
- IGDTUW is a women-only university — all 1,323 IGDTUW seats are exclusively for female students.
- DSEU rejoins JAC Delhi in 2026 after conducting independent admissions in 2025, adding 1,040 seats spread across nine campuses in Delhi.
- There is no NRI/OCI/Foreign National quota within JAC Delhi; these students must apply separately through the DASA scheme administered by NIT Trichy.
Key Summary
- JAC Delhi 2026 total seat intake: 7,861 seats (7,771 B.Tech + 90 B.Arch) — the largest in JAC Delhi history.
- DTU leads with 2,769 seats across 14+ engineering disciplines; IIIT-Delhi is the most selective with 532 seats.
- DSEU’s return to JAC counselling in 2026 adds 1,040 seats across nine Delhi campuses — the biggest single-year seat jump since JAC Delhi was established.
- Delhi Region students get 85% of seats (~6,682); Outside Delhi students compete for 15% (~1,179 seats).
- Reserved categories — OBC-NCL, SC, EWS, ST — together hold 59.5% of the seat matrix; 40.5% are unreserved (General/UR).
- Round 2 allotment is out (July 1, 2026); seat acceptance and fee payment closes July 3, 2026.
- Round 3 allotment is expected July 7, 2026, followed by Round 4 on July 14, 2026.
JAC Delhi Seat Intake 2026: Overview
JAC Delhi 2026 is the centralised counselling authority for allocating B.Tech and B.Arch seats at Delhi’s five government engineering universities — Delhi Technological University (DTU), Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW), Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU), and Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi). Admission is based on JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 (B.Tech) and Paper 2 (B.Arch) scores.
The 2026 seat matrix stands at 7,861 seats — a significant jump from approximately 6,585 in 2025, when DSEU had opted out of JAC counselling. DSEU’s re-inclusion in 2026 is the single largest driver of the 2026 seat surge, contributing 1,040 of the ~1,276 new seats versus 2025. AICTE-approved expansions at DTU and IGDTUW account for the remaining increase.
The seat intake is divided along two axes:
- Regional axis: 85% Delhi Region (Class 12 from NCT Delhi schools) and 15% Outside Delhi — applied uniformly across all five institutes.
- Category axis: General/UR 40.5%, OBC-NCL-Delhi 27%, SC 15%, EWS 10%, ST 7.5%, with a horizontal 5% PwD reservation within each category.
JAC Delhi 2026 Counselling Schedule
| Event | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | July 1, 2026 | Out Today |
| Round 2 Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment | July 1–3, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | July 7, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 3 Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment | July 7–9, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 4 Seat Allotment | July 14, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 4 Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment | July 14–16, 2026 | Upcoming |
| JAC Delhi Registration — Round 1 | May 28 – June 9, 2026 | Over |
| Document Verification & Choice Locking (Round 1) | June 10–14, 2026 | Over |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 15, 2026 | Over |
| Round 1 Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment | June 15–17, 2026 | Over |
| Round 2 Registration (Fresh + Choice Editing) | June 26–28, 2026 | Over |
| Round 2 Document Verification | June 29, 2026 | Over |
Students who accepted their Round 1 seat could also exercise a Float (willing to move to a better institute or branch if a seat opens) or Slide (willing to move to a better branch within the same institute) preference during Round 2 registration. Round 2 allotment incorporates upgrade movements from Round 1 Float/Slide preferences alongside fresh allotments for new Round 2 registrants.
JAC Delhi 2026 Institute-Wise Seat Intake
All five JAC Delhi institutes are government-funded universities located within the NCT of Delhi. The 85%/15% regional split (Delhi Region vs. Outside Delhi) applies uniformly across every institute in the matrix. Together they offer 7,861 seats — the largest seat pool in JAC Delhi history.
| Institute | Total Seats (2026) | Delhi Region (~85%) | Outside Delhi (~15%) | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Technological University (DTU) | 2,769 | ~2,354 | ~415 | 14+ B.Tech disciplines; NAAC A++ accredited; AICTE-approved expansion in 2026 |
| Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) | 2,197 | ~1,867 | ~330 | 18+ specialisations; 5 CSE variants totalling 576 seats |
| Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW) | 1,323 | ~1,125 | ~198 | Women-only; includes 90 B.Arch seats; expansion in CSE and ECE in 2026 |
| Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) | 1,040 | ~884 | ~156 | 9 campuses across Delhi; rejoins JAC after one-year absence; biggest driver of 2026 seat surge |
| Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) | 532 | ~452 | ~80 | 8 interdisciplinary B.Tech programmes; most selective institute in JAC Delhi |
| Total | 7,861 | ~6,682 | ~1,179 | — |
Post-Round 1 Vacancy Snapshot Heading into Round 2
Round 2 seat allotment was declared on July 1, 2026. Vacancies feeding into Round 2 arise from three sources: students who rejected their Round 1 allotment, students who did not pay the acceptance fee within the Round 1 window (June 15–17), and seats freed when Round 1 allottees exercised Float and upgraded to a better programme. The fresh registrants from the Round 2 window (June 26–28) add new demand to this vacancy pool.
The table below shows an indicative vacancy estimate entering Round 2, based on historical JAC Delhi Round 1 acceptance patterns. Exact branch-level and category-level vacancy data for Round 2 is published on the official JAC Delhi portal at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in after the Round 1 acceptance window closes.
| Institute | Total Seats | Estimated Round 1 Fill Rate | Indicative Vacancies for Round 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTU | 2,769 | ~80% | ~554 |
| NSUT | 2,197 | ~80% | ~439 |
| IGDTUW | 1,323 | ~80% | ~265 |
| DSEU | 1,040 | ~75% (new entrant — higher uncertainty) | ~260 |
| IIIT-Delhi | 532 | ~90% (very high demand) | ~53 |
| Total (Indicative) | 7,861 | — | ~1,571 |
Note: Fill percentages are indicative estimates based on historical JAC Delhi Round 1 acceptance trends. IIIT-Delhi historically sees near-full Round 1 acceptance due to very high demand relative to supply. DSEU, as a first-time JAC participant in 2026, may see a relatively higher vacancy rate. Verify exact vacancy data at the official portal before making any decision.
DTU Seat Intake in Delhi
Delhi Technological University is the largest JAC Delhi participant with 2,769 seats across 14+ engineering disciplines. CSE at DTU has the highest single-branch seat count of any JAC Delhi programme, reflecting sustained demand for computing-focused engineering. DTU’s intake grew from approximately 2,515 in 2024 to 2,769 in 2026 through AICTE-approved expansions concentrated in high-demand tech branches.
NSUT Seat Intake in Delhi
NSUT contributes 2,197 seats, with a distinctive portfolio of five CSE specialisation variants — CSE, CSE (Artificial Intelligence), CSE (Data Science), CSE (Big Data Analytics), and CSE (Internet of Things) — together totalling a confirmed 576 seats. NSUT’s multi-variant CSE portfolio makes it one of the most sought-after institutes for software-focused students within JAC Delhi. The remaining ~1,621 seats span ECE, Electrical, Mechanical, IT, and other disciplines.
IGDTUW Seat Intake in Delhi
IGDTUW is the only women-only engineering university in the JAC Delhi pool, with 1,323 seats including 90 B.Arch seats available only to female students through JEE Main Paper 2. Every single seat at IGDTUW — B.Tech and B.Arch combined — is exclusively available to female students. IGDTUW saw AICTE-approved expansion in CSE and AI-integrated ECE programmes in 2026.
DSEU Seat Intake in Delhi
DSEU returns to JAC Delhi counselling in 2026 with 1,040 seats distributed across nine campuses spread throughout Delhi, after independently managing admissions in 2025. DSEU’s reinclusion is the single largest contributor to JAC Delhi 2026’s record seat intake. DSEU programmes integrate skill and entrepreneurship modules with core engineering disciplines. As a new-to-JAC entrant, its 2026 cutoffs are being established fresh and may be more accessible than the other four institutes through the remaining counselling rounds.
IIIT-Delhi Seat Intake in Delhi
IIIT-Delhi, with 532 seats across eight interdisciplinary B.Tech programmes, is the most selective institution in JAC Delhi. Its comparatively small intake relative to the other four institutes drives significantly tighter closing ranks. IIIT-Delhi follows its own fee structure and academic calendar but seat allotment flows entirely through JAC Delhi counselling. The institute’s small per-programme intakes mean even minor year-on-year seat changes can noticeably shift closing ranks.
How Many Seats Are There in JAC Delhi 2026?
JAC Delhi 2026 has a total AICTE-approved intake of 7,861 seats — 7,771 B.Tech seats and 90 B.Arch seats — for the academic year 2026–27. All seats are at government-funded universities within the NCT of Delhi, and admission is based exclusively on JEE Main 2026 scores.
| Programme | Total Seats (2026) | Institutes Offering |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (4-Year Engineering) | 7,771 | DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, DSEU, IIIT-Delhi |
| B.Arch (5-Year Architecture) | 90 | IGDTUW only (women only; JEE Paper 2) |
| Total | 7,861 | 5 institutes |
The 2026 seat intake is approximately 1,276 seats higher than 2025 (when DSEU was absent and the total stood at ~6,585). This is the largest single-year seat addition in JAC Delhi’s history. Even setting aside DSEU’s 1,040 seats, AICTE-approved expansions at DTU and IGDTUW alone added a further ~236 seats over 2024–25 levels.
The B.Arch programme — 90 seats at IGDTUW — requires JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 (B.Arch) scores and is open only to female students. All B.Tech seats require JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 scores. There is no separate NEET, GATE, or other entrance exam requirement for any JAC Delhi programme. Admission to all 7,861 seats flows exclusively through the JAC Delhi centralised counselling portal at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in.
JAC Delhi Seat Matrix 2026: Category-Wise Distribution
JAC Delhi follows the Delhi government’s reservation policy, which differs from the central government’s reservation framework used by JoSAA. The most important distinction: OBC reservation at JAC Delhi is domicile-linked — only students with an OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate issued by Delhi qualify for the OBC category. Students holding OBC-NCL certificates from other states compete in the General/UR category under the Outside Delhi quota.
| Category | Reservation (%) | Approx. Seats (of 7,861 total) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 40.5% | ~3,184 | Open to all students within their regional quota; no certificate required |
| OBC-NCL (Delhi Domicile) | 27% | ~2,122 | OBC certificate must be issued by Delhi; applies within Delhi Region quota only |
| SC | 15% | ~1,179 | Applicable in both Delhi Region and Outside Delhi quotas |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% | ~786 | Family income below ₹8 lakh/year; EWS certificate from competent authority mandatory |
| ST | 7.5% | ~590 | Applicable in both Delhi Region and Outside Delhi quotas |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) | 5% horizontal | ~393 | Cross-cutting 5% within each vertical category (UR-PwD, OBC-PwD, SC-PwD, ST-PwD, EWS-PwD) |
Key reservation rules every student must understand before JAC Delhi counselling:
- OBC-NCL is Delhi-specific. Students with OBC certificates from states other than Delhi are treated as General/UR in JAC Delhi counselling. This is a common source of confusion for students who qualify as OBC at JoSAA or NIT counselling but must compete in General at JAC Delhi.
- PwD reservation is "horizontal" — a PwD-OBC student competes for OBC-PwD seats specifically, not for PwD seats from the General pool. The 5% is carved within each vertical category, not added on top.
- EWS reservation (10%) was introduced at JAC Delhi following the 103rd Constitutional Amendment and has been in effect since the 2019–20 admission cycle. An income-and-asset certificate from a competent authority (tehsildar or district magistrate or above) is mandatory.
- If reserved category seats remain vacant after all regular rounds, JAC Delhi may convert them to the General/UR category during the spot round, at its discretion.
JAC Delhi 2026 Seats for NRI / OCI / Foreign Nationals
JAC Delhi does not have a dedicated NRI, OCI, or Foreign National quota within its counselling process. All 7,861 seats in the JAC Delhi 2026 seat matrix are allocated to Indian citizens through the JEE Main-based merit process under the Delhi Region and Outside Delhi quotas.
NRI, OCI, PIO, and Foreign National students who wish to study B.Tech at DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, DSEU, or IIIT-Delhi must apply through the DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) scheme, administered separately by NIT Trichy on behalf of the Ministry of Education. DASA seats are supernumerary — they are over and above the 7,861 JAC Delhi seats — and are filled through a separate process based on SAT scores.
| Admission Route | Applicable For | Basis | Seat Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAC Delhi Counselling | Indian citizens with Delhi Region or Outside Delhi domicile | JEE Main 2026 scores | 7,861 (across all five institutes) |
| DASA Scheme (NIT Trichy) | NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign Nationals | SAT scores (minimum 1440/1600 for most programmes) | Supernumerary; varies by institute — check each institute’s portal |
If you are an NRI or OCI student targeting DTU or NSUT, you must apply separately through the DASA scheme — JAC Delhi counselling registration will not give you access to these seats. DASA seat availability at each JAC Delhi institute is published on the respective institute’s official admissions portal and on the DASA centralised portal managed by NIT Trichy.
How the JAC Delhi Seat Matrix Affects Cutoff Ranks
The seat matrix directly determines how competitive each programme’s closing rank is: more seats generally relax the cutoff; fewer seats tighten it. Understanding this relationship helps you calibrate realistic expectations for Rounds 3 and 4 of JAC Delhi 2026 counselling.
Three direct effects of the 2026 seat expansion on JAC Delhi cutoffs:
- Overall cutoffs are expected to relax versus 2025. With ~1,276 more seats than 2025, more JEE Main ranks will receive allotments, pushing closing ranks to numerically higher JEE rank numbers across most branches compared to 2025 cutoffs.
- DSEU’s entry creates entirely new cutoff bands. As a new-to-JAC entrant in 2026, DSEU’s closing ranks are being set fresh. With a higher vacancy rate entering Round 2, DSEU is likely to show the most accessible entry ranks among the five institutes in the remaining rounds.
- Selective programmes at IIIT-Delhi and DTU-CSE remain tight despite the overall seat increase. IIIT-Delhi’s total intake of 532 seats and DTU-CSE’s dominant demand mean these programmes continue to attract Float upgrades, keeping Round 2 closing ranks competitive — sometimes tighter than Round 1 as strong-ranked students upgrade into them.
| Scenario | Effect on Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| More seats in a branch / institute | Cutoff relaxes — admission opens to numerically higher JEE rank numbers |
| Fewer seats in a branch / institute | Cutoff tightens — only top JEE ranks receive allotment |
| Reserved category seats increase | That category’s cutoff relaxes; General/UR closing rank is unaffected |
| High vacancy after Round 1 (more seats open in Round 2) | Round 2 closing rank typically more relaxed for those branches |
| Float upgrades from Round 1 into Round 2 | Premium programmes see fresh competitive pressure; Round 2 closing may tighten for top choices |
| New institute entering JAC Delhi (DSEU in 2026) | Fresh cutoff band established; typically more accessible in first year of participation |
The relationship between seat intake and cutoff is not linear — demand matters equally. Even with more overall seats, a branch with far higher demand than supply will always carry a tight cutoff. CSE programmes at all five JAC Delhi institutes consistently see closing ranks well above other engineering branches, regardless of year-on-year seat count changes. Check the official Round 2 cutoff data at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in to compare Round 1 and Round 2 closing ranks institute-wise and branch-wise.
List of Courses and Seats under JAC Delhi 2026
JAC Delhi 2026 offers B.Tech and B.Arch programmes across five institutes spanning 14+ engineering disciplines at DTU, 18+ specialisations at NSUT, and interdisciplinary tech programmes at IIIT-Delhi. CSE and its specialisation variants are available at all five JAC Delhi institutes and are consistently the most in-demand programmes. The institute-wise breakdown is below; exact branch-level seat counts are available in PDF format at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in/seat-matrix/.
DTU Course-Wise Seat Intake 2026
DTU has the highest single-branch seat intake in all of JAC Delhi — CSE at DTU leads with 481+ seats, expanded further under AICTE’s 2026 approval. DTU offers 14+ disciplines including computing, electronics, core mechanical, chemical, and applied sciences.
| Branch / Programme | Approx. Seats (2026) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 481+ |
| Electrical Engineering | 301 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 301 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 241 |
| Information Technology | 181 |
| Software Engineering | 181 |
| Mathematics & Computing | 181 |
| Civil Engineering | 151 |
| Engineering Physics | 116 |
| Mechanical Engineering (Automotive Specialisation) | 76 |
| Chemical Engineering | 76 |
| Production & Industrial Engineering | 76 |
| Environmental Engineering | 76 |
| Bio-Technology | 76 |
| Additional / Expanded Programmes (AICTE 2026 approvals) | ~255 |
| DTU Total | 2,769 |
NSUT Course-Wise Seat Intake 2026
NSUT offers 18+ specialisations with a confirmed total of 576 seats across its five CSE variant programmes. NSUT’s multi-variant CSE portfolio — spanning AI, Data Science, Big Data Analytics, and IoT — is the widest of any JAC Delhi institute. The remaining ~1,621 seats cover ECE, Electrical, Mechanical, IT, and other engineering disciplines.
| Branch / Programme | Approx. Seats (2026) |
|---|---|
| CSE (Computer Science & Engineering) | ~120 |
| CSE (Artificial Intelligence) | ~120 |
| CSE (Data Science) | ~120 |
| CSE (Big Data Analytics) | ~120 |
| CSE (Internet of Things) | ~96 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering and variants | ~400 |
| Information Technology and IT (Business Intelligence) | ~180 |
| Electrical Engineering | ~120 |
| Mechanical, Manufacturing & Automation Engineering | ~180 |
| Civil, Chemical, Bio-Technology & other branches | ~741 |
| NSUT Total | 2,197 |
IGDTUW Course-Wise Seat Intake 2026 (Women Only)
IGDTUW is a women-only university and the only JAC Delhi institute offering B.Arch (90 seats via JEE Main Paper 2). All 1,323 IGDTUW seats — B.Tech and B.Arch combined — are exclusively for female students. The institute saw AICTE-approved expansion in CSE and AI-integrated ECE programmes in 2026.
| Branch / Programme | Approx. Seats (2026) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | ~227 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (AI-integrated) | ~152 |
| B.Arch (Architecture — JEE Paper 2; women only) | 90 |
| IT, Mathematics & Computing, Electrical and other B.Tech branches | ~854 |
| IGDTUW Total | 1,323 |
IIIT-Delhi Course-Wise Seat Intake 2026
IIIT-Delhi offers eight interdisciplinary programmes, all anchored in computing or technology. IIIT-Delhi’s small per-programme intake — ranging from 18 to 200 seats — is the primary reason its closing ranks are consistently the tightest among all JAC Delhi institutes.
| Programme | Approx. Seats (2026) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | ~200 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~120 |
| CS & Applied Mathematics | ~60 |
| CS & Social Sciences | ~60 |
| CS & Design | ~38 |
| CS & Biosciences | ~36 |
| Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) | ~18 |
| IIIT-Delhi Total | 532 |
DSEU Course-Wise Seat Intake 2026 (9 Campuses)
DSEU joins JAC Delhi in 2026 with 1,040 B.Tech seats across nine campuses distributed throughout Delhi. DSEU programmes integrate skill and entrepreneurship modules alongside core engineering curricula — a distinct academic model compared to the other four JAC institutes. Branch-wise and campus-wise seat allocation is available at the official JAC Delhi portal.
| Discipline Group | Approx. Seats (2026, across 9 campuses) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering programmes | ~360 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering programmes | ~240 |
| Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering programmes | ~200 |
| Civil Engineering & other programmes | ~240 |
| DSEU Total (9 campuses combined) | 1,040 |
Note: Seats marked "~" are estimates based on available 2026 data and prior-year patterns; "+" indicates AICTE-approved expansion over the prior year’s base. Verify exact branch-level figures from the official seat matrix PDF at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in/seat-matrix/.
Disclaimer: The seat matrix data provided here is based on official sources and past year records. Actual seat counts may vary. Always verify with the official exam authority before making decisions.
JAC Delhi 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available in JAC Delhi 2026?
Ans. JAC Delhi 2026 has a total AICTE-approved seat intake of 7,861 seats — 7,771 B.Tech seats and 90 B.Arch seats (IGDTUW only). This is the largest seat matrix in JAC Delhi’s history, up from approximately 6,585 seats in 2025. The jump is primarily due to DSEU’s return to JAC counselling with 1,040 seats, combined with AICTE-approved expansions at DTU and IGDTUW.
Ques. Which institutes participate in JAC Delhi 2026 and how many seats does each have?
Ans. Five government universities participate in JAC Delhi 2026:
- Delhi Technological University (DTU) — 2,769 seats (14+ B.Tech disciplines)
- Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) — 2,197 seats (18+ specialisations)
- Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW) — 1,323 seats (women only; includes 90 B.Arch)
- Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) — 1,040 seats (9 campuses across Delhi)
- Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) — 532 seats (8 interdisciplinary programmes)
Ques. What is the Delhi vs. Outside Delhi seat split in JAC Delhi 2026?
Ans. 85% of JAC Delhi 2026 seats (~6,682) are reserved for Delhi Region students — those who completed Class 12 from schools within the NCT of Delhi. The remaining 15% (~1,179 seats) are for students from outside Delhi. This regional 85/15 split applies uniformly to all five participating institutes. Students must provide a valid school-leaving certificate confirming NCT Delhi domicile to claim the Delhi Region quota during document verification.
Ques. How does OBC reservation at JAC Delhi differ from JoSAA?
Ans. At JAC Delhi, the 27% OBC reservation applies only to students with an OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate issued by Delhi (domicile-based). Students from other states holding a central OBC-NCL certificate are treated as General/UR for JAC Delhi purposes. At JoSAA (IITs, NITs, IIITs), the central OBC list applies regardless of home state. This is one of the most common points of confusion — your OBC benefit at JoSAA does not automatically carry over to JAC Delhi if your certificate is from a state other than Delhi.
Ques. Is Round 2 seat allotment out for JAC Delhi 2026?
Ans. Yes. JAC Delhi 2026 Round 2 seat allotment was declared on July 1, 2026. Students allotted a seat in Round 2 must log in at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in and complete fee payment by July 3, 2026. Round 3 allotment is expected on July 7, 2026, and Round 4 on July 14, 2026.
Ques. Does JAC Delhi 2026 have NRI or Foreign National seats?
Ans. No. JAC Delhi does not offer a dedicated NRI, OCI, or Foreign National quota. NRI and foreign national students who want admission to DTU, NSUT, IGDTUW, DSEU, or IIIT-Delhi must apply separately through the DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) scheme, which uses SAT scores and is managed by NIT Trichy. DASA seats are supernumerary and do not count against the 7,861 JAC Delhi seat matrix total.
Ques. How does the 2026 seat intake expansion affect closing ranks?
Ans. With ~1,276 more seats than 2025, JAC Delhi 2026 closing ranks overall are expected to be somewhat more relaxed — meaning students with slightly higher JEE Main rank numbers than 2025 cutoffs may secure admission. However, high-demand programmes like CSE at DTU, NSUT, and IIIT-Delhi remain highly competitive regardless of the overall intake increase, because demand for these programmes significantly outpaces supply. DSEU, as a new entrant with fresh cutoffs and higher expected vacancy rates, is likely the most accessible of the five institutes through the remaining counselling rounds.
Ques. Are all IGDTUW seats available to both male and female students?
Ans. No. IGDTUW (Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women) is a women-only university. All 1,323 IGDTUW seats in JAC Delhi 2026 — including the 90 B.Arch seats — are exclusively for female students. Male students cannot apply for any IGDTUW programme through JAC Delhi counselling.
Ques. How many seats typically remain vacant after Round 1 in JAC Delhi?
Ans. Based on historical JAC Delhi counselling trends, approximately 20–25% of total seats see some form of movement between Round 1 and Round 2 — through rejections, non-payment of fees, or Float upgrades. For 2026, with 7,861 total seats, the indicative vacancy entering Round 2 is around 1,500–1,600 seats across all five institutes. IIIT-Delhi typically has the lowest vacancy rate (~10%) due to very high demand; newly-included DSEU may see a higher vacancy rate (~25%) as a first-year JAC participant. Exact vacancy data is published on the official portal after each round’s acceptance window closes.
Ques. What is the EWS quota in JAC Delhi 2026 and who qualifies?
Ans. The Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota in JAC Delhi 2026 is 10% of total seats (~786 seats). To qualify, a student must belong to the General/UR category (not OBC-NCL, SC, or ST) and have a family annual income below ₹8 lakh, along with no ownership of specified assets such as agricultural land above 5 acres or a residential flat above 1,000 sq ft. An EWS income-and-asset certificate issued by a competent authority (tehsildar or district magistrate or above) is mandatory during document verification. EWS reservation has been in effect at JAC Delhi since the 2019–20 cycle following the 103rd Constitutional Amendment.
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