Didn’t get a seat through JoSAA? Or maybe you wanna upgrade your college/course? Don’t worry — CSAB 2025 Special Round is still open for you.
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If you’re aiming for NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs and missed out earlier, then this round might just be your second chance. In this post, we’ll talk about CSAB 2025 registration date, how to apply, and everything else you need to keep in mind.
Let’s go step by step, shall we?
🤔 What is CSAB?
CSAB stands for Central Seat Allocation Board. It conducts special rounds of counselling for leftover seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs after the JoSAA rounds are done.
So basically, if you didn’t get a seat or wanna try again for a better one — this is where you should be looking.
Website: 👉 https://csab.nic.in
📅 CSAB Registration Date 2025 – Important Dates (Tentative)
Here’s a quick look at the expected CSAB 2025 schedule:
| Event | Date (Expected) |
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| CSAB Registration Starts | 3rd week of July 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 4th week of July 2025 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | Same week (after login) |
| Seat Allotment – Round 1 | Last week of July 2025 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | 1st week of August 2025 |
Note: These are tentative dates — always check the official CSAB portal for updates.
✅ Who Can Participate in CSAB 2025?
You can apply for CSAB Special Round if:
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You appeared for JEE Main 2025
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Didn’t get a seat in JoSAA, or want to try for a better option
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You already have a seat but want to upgrade
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You’re okay with reallocation or change of college/course
💻 How to Apply for CSAB Special Round 2025 (Step-by-Step)
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Go to 👉 https://csab.nic.in
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Click on “Special Round Registration”
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Login using your JEE Main Application Number & Password
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Pay the registration fee (approx ₹38,000 for GEN/OBC, ₹18,000 for SC/ST/PwD)
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Fill in your choices of college + course
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Lock your choices and wait for seat allotment
Done! Just keep checking your email/SMS for allotment updates.
📋 Documents Needed During CSAB
No need to upload anything during registration, but you’ll need these for admission later:
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JEE Main Scorecard
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Class 10th & 12th Marksheet
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Category Certificate (if applicable)
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Photo ID (Aadhaar/Driving License/etc.)
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Passport-size photo
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Provisional JoSAA seat letter (if you had a seat earlier)
🔄 What If I Already Have a JoSAA Seat?
Good question! If you already got a seat through JoSAA but aren’t happy with it — you can still participate in CSAB.
But here’s the thing — if you get a new seat in CSAB and accept it, your old seat from JoSAA is gone. So make sure you’re okay with the switch.
Tips (From Someone Who’s Been There)
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Don’t forget to lock your choices — otherwise system picks randomly
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Go for realistic options mixed with your dream choices
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Seat acceptance fee is adjusted in admission — not an extra cost
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If you’re confused, ask your school/college counselor or someone who’s gone through CSAB before
Final Thoughts
If you’re still hoping for a better college or missed out in JoSAA — CSAB 2025 is your final shot. Be quick, do your research, and apply smartly.
The competition’s still there, but many students do get lucky in CSAB — maybe this time, it’ll be you. 🎯