Understanding the Process of Cancellation in JoSAA and Refund Policies

JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) is an online process used for admitting aspirants into various engineering colleges in India, particularly into the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and other government and private colleges. If you have been allotted a seat in the 4th round of JoSAA and are considering cancellation, here's what you need to know.

Can You Cancel Your Seat After the Sixth Round Final Round?

The possibility of canceling a seat after the sixth round final depends on the specific college and the seat allocation order.

Typically, JoSAA follows a set of rules where cancellation options are limited. Here are some points to consider:

IIT Seats: After the 5th round, you can cancel and get a near-full refund, as long as you do it before the 6th round result is declared. After the 6th round, no refund is provided for IIT seats. NITs/Other Seats: For non-IIT seats, you might have the option to cancel your seat and get a refund, though a deduction of 2000 Rupees may apply. However, the policy can vary.

Refund Policies and Procedures

In a normal scenario, if you wish to cancel your seat, you will need to withdraw it by clicking on the 'withdraw' option provided in your JoSAA account. The refund process is typically handled by JoSAA, but in some cases, you might need to contact the admitting college for specific refund policies.

For instance, after the 5th round, you can exercise the withdrawal option within 1-2 days, leading to a near-full refund with minor deductions. After the 6th round, no further cancellations or refunds are allowed for IIT seats, as they are final.

Important Dates and Deadlines

There are specific deadlines to keep in mind:

After 5th Round: You can cancel your seat and get a refund within 1-2 days. Before 6th Round Result Declaration: This is the last chance to cancel your seat for non-IITs. After this, no further cancellations are possible. Before 7th Round: If you're considering canceling after the 6th round, you need to do it before the end of the 7th round on 23rd July.

FAQs

Here's a quick summary of FAQs:

Is there any 7th round for JoSAA this year? No, there is no 7th round in JoSAA this year. What if my round 6 seat is in IIT? If your seat is in an IIT, you should not cancel as you won't be eligible for JEE Advanced 2022. What if my last round seat is in NIT or IIIT? You might be able to cancel, but the possibility is uncertain. Check with JoSAA and the admitting college for details. What happens if I don't cancel after the 5th round? If you don't cancel before the end of the 5th round, your entire 35000 Rupees will be forfeited to ensure that students taken admissions in other institutes withdraw before the final round. Is CSAB Counseling an option if I cancel my JoSAA seat? If you want to participate in CSAB counseling, you can claim the refund, but be aware that there are numerous pending cases in the Supreme Court regarding CSAB. Consider taking a drop and participating in JEE 2020.

For more detailed and specific information, always refer to the official JoSAA information brochure and the latest updates from JoSAA's official website.