The Joint Entrance Examination Council (Polytechnic), Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has officially commenced the choice filling and locking process for Round 5 of the UP Polytechnic counselling for the year 2026. This important phase began on August 6, allowing eligible candidates to log into the official counselling portal to select or modify their preferred colleges and diploma courses. The choice filling window will remain open until August 10, providing candidates with a limited timeframe to make their selections.To enhance their chances of admission, candidates are encouraged to fill in as many choices as possible and to arrange them in order of preference. This strategic approach is vital, especially for those who did not secure a seat in previous rounds or are seeking better allotments according to the counselling guidelines. The results of the Round 5 seat allotment will be announced on August 11, 2026, marking a crucial date for participants.The seat allotment for this round will be determined based on several factors, including the candidate's JEECUP rank, category, the choices they have filled, and the availability of seats. Candidates can follow a straightforward process to complete their choice filling. They must visit the official JEECUP counselling portal, log in using their application number and password, and then click on the 'Round 5 choice filling' link. After adding, modifying, or reordering their preferred colleges and diploma branches, candidates should carefully review their selections before locking and submitting them.Key dates for the JEECUP 2026 Round 5 process include the start of choice filling on August 6, the last date to fill and lock choices on August 10, and the announcement of the seat allotment result on August 11. Following the allotment, candidates will need to pay the seat acceptance fee and complete document verification between August 12 and 14. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to withdraw from Round 4 and 5 seats on August 15.It is crucial for candidates to complete their choice filling well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Once the seat allotment results are released, those who are shortlisted must adhere to the counselling schedule to confirm their admission by paying the necessary fees and completing the required documentation.
