JoSAA Choice Filling Preference 2023

JoSAA Choice Filling Preference is a crucial step in the admission process for students who have qualified in national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main and JEE Advanced. JoSAA acts as a centralized platform that facilitates the seat allocation process in more than a hundred participating institutions, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and other prestigious engineering institutes.

Seats are allocated by the authorities based on the ranks obtained by candidates in either JEE Main or JEE Advanced. Students who clear JEE Main 2023 will be eligible for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, while those who qualify JEE Advanced will have the opportunity to secure admission to IITs. It is crucial for candidates to verify that they fulfill the specified eligibility criteria, as applicants who do not meet the requirements will not be considered for admission.

During the choice filling process, candidates have the opportunity to prioritize their preferred academic programs and institutions based on their ranks and eligibility criteria. It is essential to carefully evaluate the available options and create a well-thought-out preference list that aligns with your interests, aspirations, and career goals.

Highlights

Choice Filling Dates

The choice filling dates for JoSAA 2023, which marks a significant milestone in the admission process for engineering and technical programs, have been announced. Beginning on 19th June 2023 and concluding on 28th June 2023, these dates provide aspiring students with a crucial window of time to make their selections.

Choice Filling Process

Choice filling allows eligible candidates to select their preferred academic programs and institutions based on their ranks and eligibility criteria. Here is an overview of the JoSAA choice filling process:

1. Registration: Candidates need to register on the JoSAA website using their JEE Main or JEE Advanced credentials. This step typically occurs before the choice filling window opens.
2. Choice Filling: Once registered, candidates can access the online portal to fill their choices. They can choose from a wide range of programs and institutions offered by participating institutes, including IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Candidates are advised to carefully consider their preferences and prioritize them accordingly. The choices should be entered in the order of the candidate’s preference.
3. Choice Locking: After filling the choices, candidates must review their selections and finalize their preferences. It is crucial to lock the choices before the deadline to ensure that the entered preferences are considered for seat allocation. Once locked, the choices cannot be modified.

Josaa Seat Allotment

JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) is responsible for the seat allotment process for engineering and technical programs in participating institutions across India. The seat allotment process takes place based on the ranks obtained by candidates in JEE Main or JEE Advanced exams.

JoSAA conducts multiple rounds of seat allocation based on the ranks and choices filled by the candidates. The allocation process considers various factors such as the candidate’s rank, category, availability of seats, and the order of preference. Seat allotments are made in accordance with the merit and category-wise reservation criteria.

After the seat allocation, candidates have to indicate their acceptance of the allocated seat. They can choose from the following options:

• Freeze: Accept the allocated seat and do not participate in further rounds of seat allocation.
• Float: Accept the allocated seat but also participate in subsequent rounds for a better seat if available.
• Slide: Accept the allocated seat and participate in subsequent rounds for a seat in a different preferred program or institution.
• Withdraw: Decline the allocated seat and withdraw from the seat allotment process.

Important Key Factors While Choice Filling

1. Academic Interests: Consider your personal interests and aptitude when choosing a program. Reflect on the subjects you enjoyed during your high school education and identify areas of study that excite you. This will help you select a program that aligns with your passions, allowing for a more rewarding academic experience.
2. Institution Reputation: Take into account the reputation and ranking of the institutions offering the programs you are interested in. Look for information on faculty expertise, research facilities, campus infrastructure, industry collaborations, and placement records. This will provide insights into the quality of education and potential career opportunities that each institution can offer.
3. Specializations and Branches: Research the various specializations and branches available within your preferred programs. Evaluate the course structure, curriculum, and career prospects associated with each specialization. Understanding the differences and requirements of these options will help you make informed decisions that suit your long-term aspirations.
4. Placement Statistics: Assess the placement statistics and average salary packages offered by institutions in previous years. While placements are not the sole determinant of a successful career, they provide valuable insights into the industry recognition and employability prospects associated with a particular institution.
5. Future Opportunities: Investigate the research and internship opportunities provided by the institutions you are considering. Strong industry connections, collaborations, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies can significantly enhance your learning experience and broaden your future career prospects.

Institute Preference List

We have compiled a preference list to assist students in filling their choices for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs during the joint seat allocation counseling conducted by JoSAA. It is important to note that this list is only a suggestion, and you should customize the preference order based on your own priorities and interests in colleges and branches. After carefully evaluating your options, it is recommended that you proceed to fill your choices in the JoSAA counseling accordingly.

1. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
2. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
3. Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
4. Indian Institute of Technology Madras
5. Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
6. Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
7. Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
8. Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
9. Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi
10. Indian Institute of Technology Indore
11. Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
12. Indian Institute of Technology Ropar
13. Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
14. Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur
15. Indian School of Mines Dhanbad
16. Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar
17. Indian Institute of Technology Patna
18. National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
19. National Institute of Technology, Warangal
20. National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal
21. Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad
22. Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati
23. Indian Institute of Technology Goa
24. Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad
25. Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur
26. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad
27. National Institute of Technology Calicut
28. National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
29. Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad
30. Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai
31. Indian Institute of Technology Jammu
32. Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur
33. National Institute of Technology,Surat
34. National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
35. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal
36. Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology,Jalandhar
37. National Institute of Technology Delhi
38. Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi
39. Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh
40. National Institute of Technology Hamirpur
41. National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur
42. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indian Institute of Information Technology & Management Gwalior
43. Pt. Dwarka Prasad Mishra Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design & Manufacture Jabalpur
44. National Institute of Technology Durgapur
45. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Lucknow
46. National Institute of Technology Goa
47. National Institute of Technology Raipur
48. National Institute of Technology Patna
49. National Institute of Technology Agartala
50. Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, District Howrah
51. National Institute of Technology, Silchar
52. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Guwahati
53. National Institute of Technology Puducherry
54. National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand
55. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Pune
56. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Vadodara, Gujrat
57. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Kota, Rajasthan
58. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Kilohrad, Sonepat, Haryana
59. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design & Manufacturing, (IIIT) Kancheepuram
60. Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi
61. University of Hyderabad
62. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Surat
63. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Nagpur
64. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Bhopal
65. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli
66. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT), Sri City, Chittoor District, Andra Pradesh
67. National Institute of Technology, Srinagar
68. National Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh
69. National Institute of Technology, Arunachal Pradesh
70. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Una, Himachal Pradesh
71. International Institute of Information Technology, Bhubaneswar
72. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Raichur,Karnataka
73. International Institute of Information Technology, Naya Raipur
74. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Kurnool
75. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Ranchi
76. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Dharwad
77. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Kottayam
78. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Kalyani, West Bengal
79. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Bhagalpur
80. Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Agartala
81. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Vadodara International Campus Diu (IIITVICD)
82. National Institute of Technology Sikkim
83. National Institute of Technology, Manipur
84. National Institute of Technology, Mizoram
85. National Institute of Technology Meghalaya
86. National Institute of Technology Nagaland
87. Indian Institute of Information Technology Manipur
88. Assam University, Silchar
89. J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad
90. Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology
91. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, Jammu & Kashmir
92. Institute of Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
93. Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar
94. Birla Institute of Technolo0gy Patna Off-Campus
95. Birla Institute of Technology Deoghar Off-Campus
96. School of Engineering, Tezpur University, Napaam, Tezpur
97. Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan
98. Central University of Haryana
99. Central Institute of Technology Kokrajar, Assam
100. Indian Institute of Carpet Technology, Bhadohi
101. Institute Of Chemical Technology Mumbai,Indian Oil Odisha Campus,Bhubaneswar
102. Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry
103. National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi
104. Institute of Infrastructure,Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad
105. Ghani Khan Choudhary Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malda, West Bengal
106. School of Engineering & Technology, Mizoram University, Aizawl
107. National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) Thanjavur, Tamil Naidu.
108. National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra)
109. North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology, Nirjuli (Itanagar),Arunachal Pradesh
110. Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Salem
111. Institute of Engineering and Technology, Dr. H. S. Gour University. Sagar (A Central University)
112. National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Sonipat, Haryana
113. North- Eastern Hill University, Shillong
114. Indian Instiute Of Handloom Technology (IIHT),Varanasi
115. Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical Univesity, Bhilai (CSVTU)
116. Central University Of Jammu, Jammu

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