JEECUP Counselling 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling Begins: Allotment Process

The Joint Entrance Examination Council (Polytechnic), Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has started the Round 1 counselling process for JEECUP 2026, allowing qualified candidates to fill and lock their preferred college and course choices online. The counselling marks the beginning of the admission process for diploma and polytechnic programmes offered by government, aided and private institutions across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates who qualified the UPJEE (Polytechnic) 2026 examination are eligible to participate in the counselling process. They must complete online registration, choice filling and other admission formalities within the notified schedule to be considered for seat allotment.

JEECUP Counselling 2026 Round 1 Schedule

The counselling process has commenced with Round 1 choice filling. According to the official schedule, candidates should complete the required steps within the specified timeline to avoid missing the first round of admissions. Important Dates

• Round 1 Registration: June 25, 2026
• Choice Filling and Locking: June 25–30, 2026
• Round 1 Seat Allotment: July 1, 2026
• Freeze/Float Option and Fee Payment: July 2–5, 2026
• Document Verification: July 2–6, 2026
• Seat Withdrawal: July 6, 2026

Who Can Participate in JEECUP Counselling 2026?

Candidates who have qualified the JEECUP 2026 entrance examination are eligible to participate in the counselling process. Only candidates with a valid rank can register, fill their preferences and compete for admission to participating polytechnic institutes in Uttar Pradesh.

How to Complete JEECUP 2026 Choice Filling?

Eligible candidates should visit the official counselling portal and log in using their examination credentials. After registration, applicants can select and arrange their preferred colleges and diploma programmes in order of priority before locking their choices. Candidates are advised to include multiple institute and course options to improve their chances of securing a seat during allotment.

JEECUP 2026 Seat Allotment Process

Seat allotment will be carried out on the basis of the candidate's JEECUP rank, reservation category, availability of seats and the choices submitted during counselling. Following allotment, candidates must choose either the Freeze or Float option, pay the prescribed seat acceptance fee and complete document verification to confirm their admission. Failure to complete these formalities within the stipulated period may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Documents Required for JEECUP 2026 Admission

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before reporting for verification:

• JEECUP 2026 Rank Card
• Counselling Allotment Letter
• Class 10 Certificate
• Qualifying Examination Mark Sheet
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size Photographs
• Valid Photo Identity Proof

What Happens After JEECUP 2026 Round 1?

After completion of the first round, JEECUP will conduct subsequent counselling rounds for vacant seats. Candidates opting for the Float option will be considered for higher-preference choices in later rounds, while those selecting Freeze will retain their allotted seats after completing admission formalities. Applicants are advised to regularly check the official counselling portal for updates on seat allotment results, reporting instructions and additional counselling rounds.