JAC Chandigarh Counselling Fees is something every candidate should understand clearly before they begin the registration process. Unlike some counselling processes where there is just one fee, there are multiple fees for different stages of the counselling process, with refund conditions and deadlines for each fee.
A mistake in the fee structure could result in the loss of your seat, your qualification for subsequent rounds, and the amount of your refund.
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Overview of All Fees in JAC Chandigarh Counselling 2026
| Fee Type | Amount | When Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Counselling Fee (General) | Rs. 2,800 | At registration |
| Counselling Fee (SC/ST/PwD) | Rs. 1,400 | At registration |
| Seat Acceptance Fee | Rs. 40,000 | After seat allotment in any round |
| Advance Fee for Spot Round | Rs. 40,000 | Before Spot Round choice filling (if not already paid) |
Counselling Fee (Registration Fee)
This is the first payment you make when you register on the JAC portal.
- General category: Rs. 2,800
- SC / ST / PwD category: Rs. 1,400
This fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. It is charged for running the counselling process and is not returned even if you do not participate in choice filling, do not get a seat, or withdraw at any stage.
Payment is made online – Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI. Fresh candidates registering for the Special Round also pay the same counselling fee at that stage.
Seat Acceptance Fee
Once you receive your seat allocation via one of three regular rounds or the Special Round, you are required to pay Rs. 40,000 electronically to confirm your acceptance of the seat you were allocated.
- Payable using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI
- The payment period defined in the counselling schedule will typically be two to three days after the allotment results
- Payment confirms your provisional admission
- After paying, you must also submit your willingness: Yes for Upgradation (try for better seat next round) or Freeze for No Upgradation (keep current seat)
If you do not pay within the window: Your allotted seat is cancelled. You lose eligibility for Round 2 and Round 3 but can still participate in the Special and Spot Rounds.
If you pay and then withdraw before the Spot Round: Full Rs. 40,000 is refunded as per the refund policy.
Advance Fee for Spot Round
For the Spot Round, candidates who have not yet paid Rs. 40,000 must pay it as an advance before they can fill choices.
- If a seat is allotted in the Spot Round: Rs. 40,000 is not refunded
- If no seat is allotted in the Spot Round: Rs. 40,000 is fully refunded
Candidates who already paid Rs. 40,000 in earlier rounds do not need to pay again for the Spot Round.
Refund Policy: What Gets Refunded and When
This is the part most candidates want clarity on. Here is a clear breakdown:
| Situation | Refund |
|---|---|
| Registration (counselling) fee – any reason | Not refunded – ever |
| Seat allotted, fee paid, withdrawal before Spot Round | Full Rs. 40,000 refunded |
| Seat allotted, fee paid, did not report physically, withdrawal before Spot Round | Full Rs. 40,000 refunded |
| Paid Rs. 40,000 advance for Spot Round, no seat allotted | Full Rs. 40,000 refunded |
| Paid Rs. 40,000 advance for Spot Round, seat allotted | Rs. 40,000 not refunded |
| Withdrawal after Spot Round | Refund governed by individual institute’s rules |
| Seat not accepted (fee not paid) after allotment | Nothing to refund – no seat acceptance fee was paid |
Withdrawal must be done only through the admission portal. JAC does not accept withdrawal requests via phone or email. After withdrawal, an OTP is sent to the registered mobile for confirmation. Once withdrawal is confirmed, the candidate can still participate in the Special and Spot Rounds.
All refund cases before the Spot Round are processed by the JAC Chairperson after the Spot Round concludes. Candidates should not expect immediate refunds, they come after the full process is over.
Annual College Fees at JAC Chandigarh Institutes
The Rs. 40,000 seat acceptance fee is separate from the actual annual college fee. The institute-wise annual tuition and other fees are fixed by the respective governing authorities:
- CCET and CCA governed and fee-fixed by Chandigarh Administration
- UIET, Dr. SSBUICET, UIET PUSSGRC governed and fee-fixed by Panjab University, Chandigarh
The final fee structure for 2026-27 is published on the JAC portal and individual institute websites before physical reporting begins. Candidates should check the official fee notification, fees may be revised annually.
Download JAC Chandigarh Institute-Wise Fee Structure 2026: Download PDF
Key Points to Remember About JAC Counselling Fees
- Pay the counselling fee as soon as registration is complete without it, you cannot proceed to choice filling
- After seat allotment, treat the 48 to 72-hour fee payment window as your most urgent deadline
- Withdrawal through the portal is the only valid way to initiate a refund of the seat acceptance fee
- After the Spot Round, JAC’s role in refunds ends, the institute handles it from there
- Keep digital proof of all fee payments, print or screenshot receipts
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the counselling fee for JAC Chandigarh 2026?
A. Rs. 2,800 for General category and Rs. 1,400 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Both are non-refundable.
Q. Is the seat acceptance fee separate from the annual college fee?
A. You pay Rs. 40,000 to JAC as a Seat Acceptance Fee. Annual College Fees are paid directly to the Institute.
Q. Can I get the counselling fee back if I do not get any seat?
A. The counselling fee is non-refundable, regardless of assignment status.
Q. How is the refund processed, directly to my account?
A. You submit your bank details on the portal at the time of withdrawal. Refund is credited after the Spot Round concludes.
Q. What if I report physically but then want to withdraw?
A. Before Spot Round, go online to JAC; after Spot Round, go to the institute to cancel and obtain your refund of Rs 40,000.
Q. Can I withdraw through email or phone?
A. No. Withdrawal strictly through the portal only. Phone or email withdrawal requests are not accepted by JAC.
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