The Choice Locking Process is the final and most critical step in the Choice Filling phase of the MP DTE Counselling. After adding and arranging your preferred colleges and branches, you must "lock" them to confirm your final submission.
Locking ensures that your selected preferences are sealed and cannot be tampered with or accidentally changed before the seat allotment algorithm processes them.
Once you are completely satisfied with the order of your preferences, follow these steps to securely lock your choices:
A common question is: "What happens if I save my choices but forget to lock them before the deadline?"
Keep these crucial guidelines in mind during the choice locking window:
No, once you lock your choices, they cannot be modified, added, or deleted under any circumstances for that round.
If you fail to lock your choices manually before the deadline, the system will automatically lock your last saved preferences.
Yes, a One-Time Password (OTP) is usually sent to your registered mobile number to confirm and authenticate the choice locking process.
While not strictly mandatory to submit, it is highly recommended to print your locked choices for your own future reference during reporting.
Choice filling and locking is generally included in the initial counselling registration fee. However, some specific rounds or modifications might have a small portal charge.