JoSAA 2025 Counselling: IIT/NIT Admission Process Starts June 3!

By Himanshu Verma 19, April 2025 11:00 PM thenationexpress.in

JoSAA 2025 Dates Announced!

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Who Can Apply?

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Step-by-Step Process

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Must-Have Documents

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Pro Tips for Students

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What’s Next?

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