JAC Delhi Counselling 2026: An Overview

The Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Delhi has announced the commencement of the counselling process for the 2026-27 academic session. This centralized platform streamlines admissions into prestigious government-funded engineering and architecture institutes in Delhi. Candidates who have qualified in the JEE Main 2026 exam can now register to secure their seats in top-tier institutions.

Important Dates

Participating Institutes

The JAC Delhi process covers admissions for the following premier engineering universities:

• Delhi Technological University (DTU)
• Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT)
• Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW)
• Indra,prastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-D)
• Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU)

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for seat allocation, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Exam Qualification: Must have a valid rank in JEE Main 2026 (Paper 1 for B.Tech/B.E. and Paper 2 for B.Arch).
• Academic Requirement: Minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in Class 12th or equivalent.
• Domicile/Quota: 85% of total seats are reserved for students from the Delhi region, while 15% are allocated for the Outside Delhi (OS) quota.

Application Process & Fee

The registration fee is Rs. 1500/-, which must be paid online. Please note that the fee is non-refundable. Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official portal at jacdelhi.admissions.nic.in.
2. Complete the registration form with accurate JEE Main details.
3. Pay the registration fee using Net Banking, UPI, or Credit/Debit cards.
4. Carefully select and lock your preferred course and college combinations.
5. Print a copy of your submitted application for your records.

Expert Tips for Candidates

Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring your JEE Main rank matches the eligibility criteria of the specific institute before locking your choices. Double-check your category certificate if you are claiming reservation benefits. Keep checking the official portal regularly for seat allotment results and subsequent counselling rounds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: Is there a separate application for DTU and NSUT? A: No, JAC Delhi is a centralized process; you only need to register once on the official JAC website for all participating institutes.
• Q: What happens if I miss the registration deadline? A: Registration windows are strict. Missing the deadline of 2026-06-09 will result in loss of opportunity for the current cycle.
• Q: Are there any offline submission options? A: No, the entire process is conducted online.
• Q: How are seats divided? A: Generally, 85% is for Delhi region candidates and 15% is for those from outside Delhi.
• Q: Is the registration fee refundable? A: No, the Rs. 1500 application fee is non-refundable.