Special Round Admissions

Special Rounds are conducted after the completion of CAP Rounds 1, 2, and 3. They are a lifeline for students who are yet to secure a seat.

Information accurate as of: 2024-05-20

Executive Summary

• Who: Students not allotted anywhere, students who cancelled admission, or students who missed applying earlier.
• Process: Similar to CAP rounds but with fresh option form filling.
• ATKT: Students with ATKT often enter the process here (or in specific ATKT rounds).

Who is Eligible?

1. Students NOT allotted any college in Round 1, 2, 3.
2. Students who did not take admission despite allotment.
3. Students who cancelled their confirmed admission.
4. Students who were rejected due to wrong documents.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Unlock/Reset Option Form

Purpose: To make fresh choices. Action:

1. Log in.
2. Unlock Part-2 (Option Form).
3. Consent: You might need to click "Participate in Special Round".

2. Edit Preferences

Purpose: To select available seats. Action:

1. Check the Vacancy List for Special Round (very important!). Top colleges might have 0 seats left.
2. Add colleges where vacancies exist.
3. Lock the form.

3. Allotment & Admission

Purpose: Final chance. Action:

1. Check allotment.
2. Proceed for admission immediately.

FCFS (First Come First Serve)

• In some years, after Special Rounds, the government introduces FCFS rounds.
• Process: You see a live vacancy, click "Apply", and the seat is yours instantly. You must rush to college to confirm.
• Note: FCFS rules change every year. Check official notifications.

FAQ

Q: Can I get a top college in Special Round? A: Rare. Most top colleges fill up in Round 1 and 2. However, cancellations do happen, creating a few vacancies.

Q: Is this the last round? A: Usually, there are 1-2 Special Rounds followed by FCFS or Daily Merit Rounds until the cutoff date.

Top Sources

1. 11th Admission Official Portal

Citations: [1] 11thadmission.org.in, "Special Round Guidelines".