IIT and B.Tech admissions are managed by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) [josaa.nic.in]. The 5-round counselling process requires candidates to register, fill and lock college and branch preferences online [josaa.nic.in]. The Round 1 seat allotment is already out, with online reporting and fee payments active until June 26 [josaa.nic.in] Key Counselling Phases Registration & Choice Filling: You must log in with your JEE credentials and select preferred institutes and branches, arranging them in order of priority [josaa.nic.in].Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated across multiple rounds based on your All India Rank (AIR), category, and preferences [josaa.nic.in].Seat Acceptance: If allotted a seat, you must upload the required documents and pay the Seat Acceptance Fee to freeze, float, or slide your choice. Essential Dates Round 1 Allotment & Reporting: Available since June 13; online reporting and fee payment must be completed by June 26.Round 2 Seat Allocation: June 30. Round 2 Seat Allocation: June 30.Subsequent Rounds: Rounds 3, 4, and 5 will continue through July, with the final round for IITs concluding by July 21.Important