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PMSSS 2026 Round 2 Counselling Expected Date, Choice Filling & Complete Schedule Update

Important Confirmation:

AICTE will definitely conduct the PMSSS 2026 Round 2 Counselling. The official notification along with the choice-filling window is expected to be released in the final week of August, tentatively around August 26 to August 27, 2026.

The Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) 2026 admission process is progressing to its next critical phase. Following the conclusion of Round 1 seat allocations, college reporting, and seat cancellations, thousands of candidates from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are awaiting the release of the Round 2 schedule.

Many aspirants who were either not allotted a seat in the initial round, were allotted non-preferred courses, or opted for upward movement have raised concerns regarding whether a second round will take place. This comprehensive update covers official expectations, seat matrix dynamics, and step-by-step guidance for Round 2 participation.

Will There Be a PMSSS 2026 Round 2 Counselling?

Yes, PMSSS Round 2 Counselling is guaranteed. Every academic cycle, a substantial number of allocated seats remain vacant after Round 1 due to several reasons:

• Candidates choosing not to confirm their allotted seats due to distance or course preferences.
• Failure to complete physical or online document verification at the allotted institution within the prescribed deadline.
• Students opting for alternative state-level admissions (e.g., JKBOPEE, SKUAST, or Central Universities).

To ensure optimum utilization of the allocated scholarship quota, the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) conducts subsequent rounds of seat allocation to fill remaining vacancies across Engineering, General, and Professional streams.

PMSSS 2026 Round 2 Expected Timeline

Event / Stage	Expected Schedule
Display of Vacant Seat Matrix	August 25 – August 26, 2026
Official Round 2 Notification & Choice Filling Start	August 26 – August 27, 2026
Choice Filling & Locking Window	Last Week of August to Early September 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment Result	First Week of September 2026

Who is Eligible for PMSSS Round 2 Choice Filling?

Candidates eligible to participate in the second round of choice filling include:

• Non-Allotted Candidates: Registered students who did not receive any college allocation in Round 1.
• Upward Movement Applicants: Candidates who accepted an allotted seat but selected the "Float/Upgrade" option during Round 1 confirmation.
• Cancelled/Surrendered Seats: Candidates who opted to surrender their initial allotment within the designated time frame to compete for a better preference.

Strategic Tips for Round 2 Choice Filling

1. Analyze the Vacant Seat Matrix: Before filling choices, thoroughly review the category-wise vacancy list published on the AICTE PMSSS portal to identify institutions with available seats in your target branch.
2. Maximize Preference Numbers: Do not restrict your options to a limited number of top-tier colleges. Add a balanced mix of premier, moderate, and backup institutions to ensure seat security.
3. Re-evaluate Stream Choices: If your merit rank is in the moderate-to-lower range, consider including allied professional and general course branches rather than exclusively high-demand core branches.
4. Lock and Save Preferences: Ensure your preference list is locked before the closing deadline. Auto-locking features apply, but manual verification prevents unorganized preference orders.

Next Steps for Candidates

Keep your AICTE portal login credentials ready and ensure your registered mobile number and email ID remain active. As soon as the Round 2 choice filling portal opens around August 26–27, 2026, log in promptly to begin configuring your college list.

Advisory: Bookmark the official AICTE JK PMSSS admission portal and verify all updates through official circulars before finalizing your choice preferences.