How to Participate in CSAB Spot Round & Mop-Up Round After JoSAA 2025

How to Participate in CSAB Spot Round & Mop-Up Round After JoSAA 2025

After the completion of all six rounds of JoSAA 2025 counselling, students still have one more opportunity to secure a seat in prestigious engineering institutes. This chance comes through the CSAB Special Round (also known as Spot Round) and Mop-Up Rounds conducted by state or private institutions.

These rounds are conducted to fill vacant seats that remain unoccupied after JoSAA counselling. Here's everything you need to know to participate.

What Are CSAB Spot Round and Mop-Up Round?

CSAB Special Round (Spot Round): The Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) organizes a Special Round for admission into NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs after JoSAA concludes. This is an online round for students who qualified JEE Main but either did not get a seat through JoSAA or are looking for better options.

Mop-Up Round (State/Private Colleges): The Mop-Up Round is conducted by State Counselling Authorities such as:

• DTE Maharashtra
• MP DTE
• REAP Rajasthan
• Private engineering colleges

It is the final admission opportunity for students to claim leftover seats. Depending on the authority, the process may be conducted online or offline.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a JEE Main 2025 qualified candidate.
• Candidates who did or did not participate in JoSAA counselling can apply for CSAB Special Round.
• For Mop-Up Rounds, refer to eligibility criteria on the respective state or college websites.

Step-by-Step Guide to Participate in CSAB Special Round 2025

• Visit csab.nic.in and register
• Pay counselling fees (₹37,000 / ₹17,000)
• Fill your preferred choices of colleges and branches
• Check seat allotment result on the official site
• Report online with all required documents if allotted a seat

Step-by-Step Guide to Participate in State Mop-Up Round

• Visit the official website of the respective state counselling authority.
• Register and pay fees as per the instructions
• Fill in choices for colleges and branches
• Upload and verify documents
• Participate in seat allotment, online or offline depending on the state

Required Documents for Reporting

• JEE Main Admit Card
• JEE Main Rank Card
• Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets
• Passport Size Photographs
• Valid ID Proof (e.g., Aadhar Card)
• Caste or Income Certificate (if applicable)

Important Guidelines

• Seat allotment is based on Merit + Choice Preference
• Fees are non-refundable if a candidate is allotted a seat but does not accept it
• Always check the official websites regularly to avoid missing any important updates or deadlines

Final Advice

If you missed a seat in JoSAA 2025 or are aiming for better options, CSAB Special Round and Mop-Up Rounds are excellent opportunities. Stay updated with the official announcements and follow the procedure carefully to maximize your chances of admission.