IISER 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Joint Admissions Committee (JAC), organised by IISER Berhampur |
| Counselling Name | IISER Counselling 2026 (based on IISER Aptitude Test / IAT 2026) |
| Programmes Offered | BS-MS, BS, and B.Tech |
| Admission Channels | SCB, KVPY, JEE Advanced |
| Total Seats (approx.) | Around 2,343 |
| Round 2 Result Date | August 1, 2026 |
| Official Website | iiseradmission.in |
What Is IISER Counselling 2026?
IISER Counselling 2026 is the online admission process managed by the Joint Admissions Committee (JAC), with IISER Berhampur as the organising institute. It offers admission to BS-MS, BS, and B.Tech courses at seven IISER campuses. Admissions are based on candidates' ranks in the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT 2026), their category, and the preferences they select during registration.
The counselling may have multiple rounds—up to 8 or 9—depending on seat availability throughout August 2026.
IISER 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IISER Counselling 2026 registration and choice filling | July 2 to July 9, 2026 |
| Round 1 seat allotment result | July 24, 2026 |
| Round 1 SAF payment and willingness submission deadline | July 28, 2026 |
| Round 2 seat allotment result | August 1, 2026 |
| Window to check/download Round 2 allotment letter | Up to August 5, 2026 |
| Round 3 seat allotment (expected) | Around August 10, 2026 |
Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) - Category Wise
| Category | Total SAF | Break-up |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC / OBC-NCL / PwD / Kashmiri Migrant / Kashmiri Pandit / Kashmiri Hindu Families (Non-Migrants) | ₹35,000 | ₹25,000 (adjustable against first-semester fee) + ₹10,000 non-refundable administrative fee |
| SC / ST | ₹17,500 | ₹12,500 (adjustable against first-semester fee) + ₹5,000 non-refundable administrative fee |
Willingness Options: Freeze vs Float
After the Round 2 seat allotment, candidates must select one of two options before paying the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF):
| Option | What It Means | When to Choose It |
|---|---|---|
| Accept & Freeze | You accept the allotted seat as final and will not participate in further rounds. | Choose this if you are happy with your current seat and do not want to try for a better option. |
| Accept & Float | You keep the current seat but remain eligible for an upgrade to a higher-preference seat in later rounds. This option is usually activated automatically once SAF is paid. | Choose this if you want to try for a better seat in upcoming rounds while keeping your current seat safe. |
What Happens After Round 2 Allotment
Candidates who choose to float will stay in the running for Round 3, expected around August 10, 2026, and any further rounds depending on seat availability. Those who freeze their seat will move on to document verification and physical reporting at their allotted IISER campus. The counselling process may continue for up to 8 or 9 rounds until all seats are filled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the IISER 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result released?
A: It was released on August 1, 2026, on the official website iiseradmission.in.
Q: How can I check my IISER Round 2 seat allotment result?
A: Log in to iiseradmission.in with your application number and password, then go to the seat allotment or Round 2 result section on your dashboard to see your allotted institute and programme.
Q: What is the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) for IISER Round 2?
A: For General/EWS/OBC/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates, the SAF is ₹35,000 (₹25,000 adjustable against the first-semester fee plus ₹10,000 non-refundable administrative fee). For SC/ST candidates, it is ₹17,500 (₹12,500 adjustable plus ₹5,000 non-refundable fee).
Q: What is the difference between Freeze and Float in IISER counselling?
A: Freeze means accepting the current seat as final and exiting further rounds. Float means keeping the current seat while staying eligible for a better seat in upcoming rounds.
Q: What happens if I don't respond to my Round 2 offer in time?
A: If you do not submit your willingness and pay the SAF by the deadline, your offer will be cancelled and you will not be eligible for further counselling rounds.
