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JoSAA 2025 Choice Filling Strategy, What to Prioritize During JoSAA Choice Filling, Branch or College?

The JoSAA choice filling process is set to begin on 3rd June 2025 and will close on 12th June 2025. This process helps determine which NIT or IIT colleges students will get into. Choosing between a branch and a college can be a difficult choice for students to make during JoSAA 2025 Counselling. This article highlights some factors that students should take into consideration before deciding which colleges to lock-in on. These tips and factors will ensure students make better and well-informed decisions for their colleges of choice when the JoSAA choice filling process begins. 

Also Check: JoSAA Seat Matrix 2025: Seat Allocation for IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs

JoSAA 2025 Choice Filling 2025 Important Dates 

Provided below is an overview of the important dates for the JoSAA choice filling process. It is important for students to keep up with these important dates as they ensure students are updated on all key events and deadlines/ 

The important dates are as follows: 

Event 

Important Date 

JoSAA Choice Filling Registration Opening Date

3rd June 2025

JoSAA Choice Filling Registration Closing Date

12th June 2025

Mock Seat Allocation Round 1

9th June 2025

Mock Seat Allocation Round 2

11th June 2025

Verification and Validation of Allocated Seats

13th June 2025

JoSAA Choice Filling Factors to Consider 

Before deciding whether to prioritize branches or colleges in the JoSAA choice filling process, there are several important factors that students need to consider. These factors should play a big role in a student’s consideration of which colleges to go for in the JoSAA choice filling process. 

The important factors that students should consider for the JoSAA choice filling process are as follows: 

  • College-Ranking: The ranking of the particular college and branch should be taken into consideration. The rank of the college plays a very important role in the quality of the education. With a higher rank, there are chances that students will get a better quality of education, faculty, facilities and such. 
  • Specializations: Certain colleges and branches offer specializations in different topics and subjects. These branches or colleges can offer students with a lot of insight and opportunities that others may not. 
  • Alumni and Placements: Students who are looking at their absolute long-term plans should consider the success of alumni from particular colleges or branches. Doing so will help students know the types of opportunities they can expect after completing their degree. Looking at the types of placements offered should also be considered as better placements will ensure students get better-paying jobs. Placements also contribute to a student’s long-term career as well. 
  • Cut-Offs: It is important for students to understand the cut-offs for the JoSAA choice-filling process. Studying previous years’ cut offs will ensure that students can keep realistic expectations for themselves when filling in their choices. 
  • Campus-Life: While education is an important factor to take into consideration, students should also check whether the college or branch they are considering has a campus life that appeals to them. Colleges with a lot of extracurricular facilities and clubs can help students get more opportunities to network and participate in their hobbies. 

JoSAA 2025 Choice Filling: Branch or College? 

To conclude, it is not simple to choose between a college’s branch or the college itself. Students should make their choices on the basis of their overall career goals and general preferences. It is recommended for students to thoroughly research the colleges they wish to get into and make well-informed and thoughtful decisions during the JoSAA choice filling process. 

JoSAA Choice Filling Tips and Mistakes to Avoid

Refer to the following table for JoSAA choice filling tips and some common mistakes to avoid. 

Tips for Choice Filling

Mistakes to Avoid

Fill maximum choices in the correct preference order

Don’t fill only a few choices; this reduces your admission chances

Research colleges and branches beforehand

Avoid random or uninformed choices

Use mock seat allocation results to refine choices

Don’t ignore mock rounds—they help improve your choice strategy

Prioritize interest + placement + college reputation

Don’t choose just on peer pressure or popularity

Keep backup options (lower branches in good colleges or vice versa)

Don’t aim only for top branches in top IITs/NITs

Lock choices before the deadline

Not locking choices means last saved order will be auto-considered

Ensure you meet eligibility for special quotas (Home State, PwD, etc.)

Don’t wrongly assume quota eligibility

Use JoSAA opening/closing ranks for realistic planning

Don’t overestimate your rank while listing top colleges

Keep documents ready for category verification

Don’t delay or skip verifying your category/caste certificates

Understand float, freeze, and slide options for better control

Don’t select them without understanding their effect

Recommended: JoSAA 2025 Opening and Closing Ranks

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds does JoSAA counselling include?

There are a total of 6 rounds in JoSAA counselling 2025. The six rounds of JoSAA are Initial Seat Allocation, Seat Updation and New Allotment, Additional Upgrades, Continued Allotment and Updation, Before Freezing Round and Final Round.

What if I can not report after the seat allotment?

If a student doesn't report (online or in person) after a seat is allotted, his/her seat will be cancelled and they will be disqualified from the counselling process.

Can I update my choice after locking?

No, after locking the choices, no student will have the chance to update the choices. If the choices aren't locked till the deadline, the selected seats will automatically be finalized and locked by the system.

What is "Dual Reporting" in JoSAA?

If you are getting shifted over amongst IITs and NIT+ systems (IIITs, NITs, GFTIs), you must report to the newly allotted category once more. Otherwise, your seat will be canceled.

Can I fill a choice only for NITs or only IITs during choice filling?

Yes. You may opt only IITs if you cleared JEE Advanced or only NITs/IIITs/GFTIs if you cleared JEE Main. You may also opt for a combination of both if you are qualified.

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