JAC Chandigarh (Joint Admission Committee Chandigarh) conducts centralized admission counselling for B.E., B.Arch and Integrated B.E. (Chemical)–MBA programmes at participating institutions.
Engineering admissions are based on JEE Main rank, subject to programme-specific eligibility.
Reservation policies differ between institutions governed by Panjab University and those governed by the Chandigarh Administration.
Participating Institutes
JAC Chandigarh 2026 included five institutions:
- Chandigarh College of Engineering and Technology (CCET), Chandigarh
- University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Panjab University, Chandigarh
- University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), PUSSGRC, Hoshiarpur
- Dr. S. S. Bhatnagar University Institute of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Panjab University
- Chandigarh College of Architecture (CCA), Chandigarh
Opening & Closing Rank (OR–CR)
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- Compare institute, course, category, Chandigarh/Outside Chandigarh quota and counselling round.
Eligibility Criteria for Admission
- Engineering candidates must have a valid JEE Main Paper 1 rank and satisfy the prescribed academic requirements.
- B.Arch applicants must fulfil the relevant architecture entrance and Council of Architecture requirements.
- Candidates must qualify under the applicable institution-specific and regional reservation conditions.
- Final admission is subject to document verification and fulfilment of academic eligibility.
12th Board Criteria
- Candidates must pass Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Engineering applicants must satisfy the prescribed Physics, Mathematics and additional-subject requirements.
- Academic eligibility follows the applicable JEE Main and participating-institute admission provisions.
- Architecture candidates must meet separate B.Arch academic eligibility requirements.
- Any additional institute-specific qualification conditions must also be satisfied.
Important Dates & Schedule
JAC Chandigarh Counselling 2027 — To Be Announced
The schedule will cover:
- Counselling registration and fee payment
- Choice filling
- Seat allotment rounds
- Seat acceptance and document verification
- Upgradation, withdrawal and final admission
Counselling Registration Fee
JAC Chandigarh 2026:
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹2,800 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,400 |
- Registration fee is non-refundable.
- The 2026 Seat Acceptance Fee was ₹40,000, payable after first allotment.
- The amount paid is adjusted against applicable admission charges.
Seat Matrix & Reservation Policy
- Seats are divided according to the participating institution's approved intake.
- Chandigarh quota and Outside Chandigarh quota apply according to institute-specific rules.
- Reservations are provided for eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, defence and other categories wherever applicable.
- Panjab University institutions and Chandigarh Administration institutions follow their respective reservation policies.
- Sports, Tuition Fee Waiver and other special seats are available only where notified.
Counselling Process
- Register using the prescribed JEE Main details.
- Fill academic, personal and category information.
- Pay the counselling registration fee.
- Fill and lock institute–branch choices.
- Check the round-wise seat allotment result.
- Pay the seat acceptance fee after receiving an allotment.
- Upload required documents and submit willingness for upgradation.
- Complete online verification and final admission formalities.
Seat Allotment & Upgradation Rules
- Freeze: Retain the allotted seat without seeking further upgradation.
- Float / Yes-Upgradation: Retain the allotted seat while being considered for higher preferences.
- Eligible candidates may modify choices during designated stages, as permitted.
- Candidates failing to pay the seat acceptance fee within the deadline lose their allotted seat.
- Special and Spot Round rules may differ from regular rounds.
Document List
Generally required documents include:
- JEE Main admit card and rank details
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
- Counselling registration and allotment documents
- Seat acceptance fee receipt
- Valid photo ID
- Category/subcategory certificates, where applicable
- Chandigarh quota eligibility documents, if required
- Medical and other programme-specific certificates
Physical / Online Reporting Process
- Initial seat acceptance and document verification are completed through the online counselling portal.
- Candidates must upload documents and respond to verification queries.
- Physical reporting is generally not required immediately after a regular-round allotment.
- Final institute reporting must be completed as instructed by the respective college.
Withdrawal & Refund Policy
- Registration fees are non-refundable.
- Eligible withdrawal requests are processed according to the applicable institute and counselling refund rules.
- Refundable deposits and admission-fee adjustments depend on the stage of withdrawal.
- Deadlines and deductions must be checked separately for the relevant institution and round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JAC Chandigarh open to candidates from outside Chandigarh?
Yes. Eligible Outside Chandigarh candidates can participate in the applicable seat categories.
Are the reservation rules identical for all participating colleges?
No. Panjab University and Chandigarh Administration institutions have different reservation provisions.
Is there a seat acceptance fee?
Yes. It was ₹40,000 in 2026.
Can I upgrade my allotted branch?
Yes, by choosing the applicable upgradation willingness option.
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