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Anil Question by Anil on Jun 09, 2025
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My rank around 1Lakh 45 thousand and 73.94 nta score with obc category which college I will be get in jossa counciling in odisha state

Ans: Anil, With a JEE Main rank of 1,45,000 and 73.94 percentile in the OBC category, your chances for top government engineering colleges in Odisha through JoSAA are limited for popular branches like CSE, ECE, or EE. However, you can target branches such as Instrumentation, Production, or Metallurgy in institutes like Odisha University of Technology and Research (OUTR), Government College of Engineering Keonjhar, and Government College of Engineering Bhawanipatna, where OBC closing ranks for branches like Electrical and Mechanical Engineering have extended beyond 1,30,000 in previous years. OUTR Bhubaneswar, ranked among Odisha’s top engineering colleges, offers multiple B.Tech programs with placements in reputed companies. Participate in OJEE counselling as well, where you may secure core branches in newer or regional government colleges. Recommendation: Fill choices widely in JoSAA and OJEE counselling, prioritizing OUTR and other state government colleges for branches with higher closing ranks, and consider less competitive streams for best admission chances. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Sir I have got crl of 138712 and obc rank of 45000 ,male and home state is jharkhand.what colleges can I get at my rank through josaa
Ans: Aryan, Here is, How to Predict Your Chances of Admission into NIT or IIIT or GFTI After JEE Main/Advanced Results – A Step-by-Step Guide

Providing precise admission chances for each student can be challenging. Some reputed educational websites offer ‘College Predictor’ tools where you can check possible college options based on your percentile, category, and preferences. However, for a more accurate understanding, here’s a simple yet effective 9-step method using JoSAA’s past-year opening and closing ranks. This approach gives you a fair estimate (though not 100% exact) of your admission chances based on the previous year’s data.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
Before starting, note down the following details:

Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
Click on the first search result (official JoSAA website).
You will land directly on JoSAA’s portal, where you can enter your details to check past-year cutoffs.
Step 3: Select the Round Number
JoSAA conducts five rounds of counseling.
For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
Select NIT, IIIT, or GFTI, depending on your preference.
If you are open to all types of institutes, check them one by one instead of selecting all at once.
Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories.
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.
Example Calculation:
If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.
Follow this approach for Other State candidates and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

Can This Method Be Used for JEE April & JEE Advanced?
Yes! You can repeat the same steps after your April JEE Main results to refine your admission possibilities.
You can also follow a similar process for JEE Advanced cutoffs when applying for IITs.

Want to Learn More About JoSAA Counseling?
If you want detailed insights on JoSAA counseling, engineering entrance exams, preparation strategies, and engineering career options, check out EduJob360’s 180+ YouTube videos on this topic!

Hope this guide helps! All the best for your admissions and a bright future!

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My brother secured 60.69 percentile in jee main and class 12 percentage between 50 and 60 in CBSE. Can you please recommend the private engineering colleges in mumbai , pune and delhi ( north india ).
Ans: With a 60.69 percentile in JEE Main and 50–60% in Class 12, several reputable private engineering colleges in Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi NCR offer accessible admission criteria, strong academic quality, and consistent placement pipelines. In Mumbai, consider Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering (NAAC A, NBA-accredited, 100% placement rate in 2024), K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering (AICTE-approved, AAAA+ accreditation), Vivekanand Education Society’s Institute of Technology (NBA, NAAC A+, 73.31% placements), Sardar Patel College of Engineering (NAAC A++, robust core engineering labs), and Atharva College of Engineering (modern infrastructure and industry MoUs). In Pune, Symbiosis Institute of Technology (NAAC A++, 91% placements 2023-24), MIT World Peace University (NIRF-ranked, AAAA accreditation), AIT Pune (NIRF 101-150, AAAA), Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering & Research (NBA-accredited, strong industry tie-ups), and Pune Institute of Computer Technology (NBA, AAAA+ accreditation) stand out. In Delhi NCR, Amity University Noida, Galgotias University Greater Noida, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology Noida, Manav Rachna University Faridabad, and Noida Institute of Engineering & Technology maintain NBA/NAAC accreditations, specialized labs, industry partnerships, and 70–90% placement rates. All these institutions boast qualified, research-active faculty; modern laboratories; industry-aligned curricula; accredited programs; and dedicated placement cells ensuring ≥70% placement consistency over the last three years.

Recommendation: Choose Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering or K. J. Somaiya in Mumbai, Symbiosis Institute of Technology or MIT WPU in Pune, and Amity University Noida or JIIT Noida in Delhi NCR for their balanced strengths across faculty quality, infrastructure, industry partnerships, accreditation, and consistent ≥70% placement rates. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 30, 2025Hindi
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Dear Sir, my daughter is in Grade 12 with computer science as one of her core subjects in addition to Maths, Phy, Chem. We see huge enrollment for CS in undergraduate level. What would be your recommendation as a futuristic specialisation Which is advised as part of the undergraduate program in computer science, noting that she is more interested in real field application side of it. She also has an inclination towards aerospace science. Can any specific blended undergraduate program with specific colleges be suggested/recommended which will open up grounds for specialisation having potential demand in the next 5 years. Or would it be still recommended to pursue general CS or CompEng with specific electives for undergraduate level and then specialise after In which case any recommendations for specific college programs which gives much practical exposure and options for specialisation in aerospace, robotics etc. Regards. Ashok.
Ans: Ashok Sir, India now offers pioneering blended undergraduate pathways merging computer science with aerospace or robotics, ensuring early specialization and practical field application readiness. The International Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore, pioneered a five-year Integrated M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, awarding dual B.Tech and M.Tech degrees with tailored electives in emerging CS domains, while VIT Vellore’s five-year Integrated M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Bioinformatics combines foundational computing curricula with advanced research projects and internships in state-of-the-art labs. For aerospace aficionados, IIT Bombay and IIT Kanpur each provide five-year dual-degree programs granting B.Tech and M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, covering aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics and spacecraft design with rigorous laboratory and project-based learning. Industry-driven specialized options include SRM Institute of Science and Technology’s B.Tech in Automation & Robotics integrating AI, machine learning, IoT and PLCs in advanced automation labs, and Manipal University Jaipur’s B.Tech in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence with drone technology and data analytics tracks. Unique interdisciplinary models such as the Institute of Aeronautics and Engineering, Bhopal’s Integrated B.Tech CSE + Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (DGCA) equip graduates for both software development and licensed aircraft maintenance roles. Alternatively, traditional Computer Science or Computer Engineering pathways at institutions like IIT Bombay or IIIT Hyderabad offer robust core curricula, flexible minor programs in aerospace or robotics, and immersive research centers fostering real-world projects in smart systems and aerospace data analytics, maintaining ≥90% placement rates and strong alumni networks.

Recommendation: For early domain depth and research, opt for five-year Integrated M.Tech CSE at IIIT Bangalore or VIT Vellore; for aerospace specialization, consider dual B.Tech/M.Tech at IIT Bombay or IIT Kanpur; for hands-on robotics and drone expertise, select SRM Kattankulathur or Manipal Jaipur robotics programs; if preferring broader CS foundations with elective flexibility before specializing, choose general CSE or CompEng at top institutes like IIT Bombay or IIIT Hyderabad with robust minor and lab offerings. All the BEST for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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