What After JEE Main?

What After JEE Main?

Edited By Team Careers360 | Updated on Sep 02, 2024 06:19 PM IST | #JEE Main
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What After JEE Main?- After the conclusion of the IIT JEE Main exam candidates often wonder "What after JEE Mains?" What to do in case of low marks in IIT JEE Main? colleges after JEE Mains? What after JEE Main in case of good scores? career options after JEE Mains? After JEE which course is best? What to do after JEE Mains result? So many questions come to the mind of the aspirants for whom much is at stake. To answer questions like what after JEE mains, Careers360 has compiled various options available to students after JEE Main. NTA will conduct the JEE Main 2025 exam in two sessions- January & April. Check out the article to get an idea about "What after JEE Main 2025?

The result of a year long preparation in some cases more than 2 years of preparation says whether admission to the NITs, IIITs and GFTIs is possible; whether qualifying for JEE Advanced is in luck or not. The options may vary for students who have done well and students who may not have done well but the fact remains that there are good options. Take a look at the different possibilities that come as an answer to the question of what to do after JEE Mains. Candidates can use the JEE Main Rank Predictor to know the probable rank based on the JEE score. By knowing about the ranks, you will be informed about whether you have qualified IIT JEE Main or not. This will also help you in making decisions regarding applications for admission into engineering institutes.

JEE Advanced 2025

Candidates who qualify the JEE Main exam and are among the top 2,50,000 candidates can appear for the JEE Advanced. However, candidates need to fulfil the other eligibility criteria too. Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) conducts the JEE Advanced exam. Registration for JEE Advanced 2025 will commence online. The exam is conducted for two papers. JEE Advanced qualifying candidates will be offered admission to the IITs. The qualifying candidates need to participate in the JoSAA counselling. Other institutes which will consider JEE Advanced merit are the Indian Institutes of Science Education & Research (IISERs), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore and Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram. Around 10,988 seats are available for admission in the participating IITs.

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JoSAA Counselling

If you missed the chance for JEE Advanced 2025, then do not disappoint. Based on your JEE Main 2025 performance, you will be eligible for admission into good engineering colleges. Through the JoSAA counselling, you will be allotted seats offered by NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. The counselling is conducted online. The allotment process will be conducted by Joint Seat Allocation Authority and admissions will be done based on JEE Main rank and choice of college or courses.

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Other Top Engineering Entrance Examination

Other than NITs, IIITs, CFTIs and IITs, there are other top engineering entrance options present for you. Private and state level engineering entrance exams will also be able to win you a seat in prestigious institutes. By attempting other top engineering entrance exams, you will be able to provide yourself with a wider range of options to select. These exams will also let you be closer to home and ensure a good all-round education.

State Engineering Entrance Examinations

If you wish to study near home, then you can always apply for the state engineering entrance exam as an option for "What after JEE Main 2025?". These exams provide admissions into the best government institutes and give preference to those students who meet the domicile requirements. Some states also provide admissions through the JEE Main rank. These states use the All India ranks to allot seats and simply conduct the counselling based on specified eligibility criteria as announced by the state authorities.

States offering partial admissions through JEE Main 2025

  • Maharashtra – Maharashtra state offers 15% of the total seats at private/self-financed engineering institutes through JEE Main 2025.
  • West Bengal – The state offers 10% of the total seats at private engineering institutes through JEE Main.

  • Himachal Pradesh – Himachal Pradesh offers the first 50% of the total seats across all institutes based on JEE Main merit/rank.

  • Rajasthan – The state offers 15% of the total seats at private-unaided engineering institutes and 15% of the total seats across self-financed courses offered by government-aided institutions to candidates from other states based on JEE Main score or class 12th marks.

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State-level Engineering Entrance Exams

State-level engineering entrance exams are conducted by individual states for admission to engineering colleges within that state, providing an alternative route to engineering education. Candidates need to fulfil the eligibility conditions to appear for the entrance examinations conducted at state level.

Engineering Entrance Exam

Conducting Body

JEE Main

National Testing Agency (NTA)*

VITEEE

VIT University

SRMJEEE

SRM Institute of Science and Technology (Earlier known as SRM University)

BITSAT

BITS Pilani

MET

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

COMEDK UGET

Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK).

AP EAMCET

JNTU Anantapur

KIITEE

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

MHTCET

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai

WBJEE

West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the options after clearing JEE Main?

After clearing JEE Main 2025, candidates can appear for JEE Advanced if eligible else can appear for the other state-level entrance exam. JEE Main qualified candidates can participate in the JoSAA counselling process for admission to the various NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and other engineering colleges.

2. How can I prepare for JEE Advanced after clearing JEE Main?

To prepare for JEE Advanced, focus on advanced and deeper concepts, practice solving complex problems, and take mock tests. Follow the JEE Advanced syllabus for the preparation for the exam. Moreover, refer to advanced study materials and previous years' question papers.

3. What is the eligibility criteria for JEE Advanced?

To be eligible for JEE Advanced, you must be among the top 2,50,000 candidates in JEE Main. You should also fulfill other eligibility conditions, such as age limits and previous attempts.

4. Can I get admission to IITs based on my JEE Main scores?

No, admission to IITs is based on JEE Advanced rank. However, JEE Main scores can be used to get admission to other engineering colleges and NITs.

5. Can I appear for both JEE Main and JEE Advanced in the same year?

Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria for JEE Advanced, you can appear for both exams in the same year.

6. What if I didn't clear JEE Main? What are my options?

If you didn't clear JEE Main, you can consider other engineering entrance exams like state-level exams, BITSAT, VITEEE, or private university entrance exams. You can also explore diploma courses, and lateral entry options, or take a year gap to prepare again.

7. Can I opt for non-engineering courses after JEE Main?

Yes, some colleges and universities offer courses like B.Sc., B.Arch., and other non-engineering programs based on JEE Main scores. Check the admission criteria of individual institutions.

8. Is the JEE Main score valid for other courses besides engineering?

Yes, some institutions may accept JEE Main scores for admission to courses like B.Sc. (Hons.), B. Planning, etc. However, the eligibility criteria and cutoffs can vary.

9. How can I make the best choice for college and course after JEE Main?

Research various colleges, their rankings, faculty, placement records, and course offerings. Consider your interests, strengths, and career goals when choosing a course. Visit college websites and attend counseling sessions to make an informed decision.

10. What if your JEE Mains score is low?

If your JEE Main score is low, you can explore other engineering entrance exams, consider state-level colleges, retake JEE Main, or opt for courses aligned with your interests.

11. What if your JEE Main Results did not meet the cut-off?

If your JEE Main results didn't meet the cut-off, you can consider other colleges that accept JEE Main scores, explore alternative courses, or prepare to improve your score for the next attempt.

12. What if you have qualified for JEE Advanced?

If you've qualified for JEE Advanced, focus on rigorous preparation, take mock tests, seek guidance from mentors, and utilize study materials to increase your chances of securing a good rank for admission to top IITs.

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Questions related to JEE Main

Have a question related to JEE Main ?

Hello aspirant,

It’s absolutely possible to improve your JEE score with focused preparation, even at this stage. Here’s a structured plan to make the most of your time:

1. Focus on Problem Practice

  • Since you have practiced little so far, prioritize solving previous years' questions and topic-wise problems from trusted sources like NCERT Exemplars, Arihant, or Resonance.

  • Begin with easier topics that have higher weightage (see list below) to build confidence.

    2. Prioritize High-Scoring Topics

Focus on topics that are relatively simpler and have a good weightage:

  • Mathematics : Coordinate Geometry, Probability, Matrices and Determinants, Vector and 3D, Limits and Derivatives.

  • Physics : Current Electricity, Electrostatics, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics.

  • Chemistry : Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, Surface Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Organic Reactions (Named Reactions).

    3. Analyze Your Mock Tests

  • Review the mock test where you scored 1/300 . Identify weak areas and common mistakes (e.g., conceptual gaps, silly errors, time management).

  • Attempt sectional mock tests to improve accuracy and speed in specific areas.

    4. Time Allocation and Daily Plan

  • Morning (6–9 AM) : Revise key formulas, concepts, and theory (1–2 topics only).

  • Afternoon (11–2 PM) : Solve 30–40 questions from the same topic you revised in the morning.

  • Evening (4–7 PM) : Practice a previous year's question paper or topic-wise test .

  • Night (9–11 PM) : Revise mistakes and reattempt incorrect questions.

    5. Strengthen Concepts

  • For conceptual clarity , use quick video tutorials or concise notes.
  • Use NCERTs for Chemistry , particularly inorganic and physical chemistry.

    6. Improve Speed and Accuracy

  • Start solving questions under timed conditions to simulate exam pressure.
  • Focus on shortcuts and tricks for repetitive calculations in Maths and Physics.

    7. Maintain Health and Motivation

  • Study in focused intervals of 2–3 hours , taking short breaks to avoid burnout.

  • Sleep 6–7 hours daily, and eat a balanced diet to keep your mind sharp.

  • Stay motivated with reminders of your goals.

    What to Avoid

  • Don’t waste time on topics that feel too difficult at this point.
  • Avoid lengthy theoretical reading without practice.


With consistent practice, review, and strategy, your scores can see a significant improvement in the remaining time.


For more study tips for JEE Mains Click Here .

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.


Hello aspirant,

Solving previous year question paper helps you to analyze the question paper more closely. If you solve the last 10 year question paper of JEE mains then you get the idea of difficulty level, question patter and also get the idea of how to manage the time.

For more information, you can visit our site through following link:

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-question-papers

Thank you

Hi Gopi,

Securing admission to a Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) program at a National Institute of Technology (NIT) is highly competitive, especially for branches like CSE.

As an ST category student, your chances depend on your JEE Main score, rank, and the specific NIT's cutoff for the CSE branch. Let's understand the JEE Main Cutoffs:

  • 2024: 46.6975840
  • 2023: 37.2348772
  • 2022: 26.7771328

With a score of 60 marks in JEE Main 2024, you have surpassed the ST category qualifying cutoff. However, admission to specific branches like CSE depends on the opening and closing ranks during the counseling process.

The closing ranks for CSE in various NITs for the ST category can provide insight into your admission chances. For instance, at NIT Warangal, the expected closing rank for the ST category in CSE is between 34 and 78.

You can check out the Cutoffs in detail on the given link of Careers360.

All the best!

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-cutoff?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Hi Rajan,

JEE Previous Question Papers can found out online on several platforms. Solving PYQs helps in understanding concepts in detail and more practice is done.  PYQs helps in doing effective preparation.

PYQs provide better understanding, insights on the pattern of question paper, and the kind of questions which are asked. Careers360 offers Last 10 years PYQs with detailed solution which will help you in strengthening your concepts.

You can click on the give link which will redirect you to a page where you can find Last 10 Years PYQs with detailed solution.

All the best for JEE!

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-last-10-years-question-papers-solutions?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Hi,

Cracking JEE Advanced in a span of just three months is quite tough. As it requites consistency, determination, hard as well as smart work. Although, there are several instances where students have managed to achieve this with focused preparation.

Analyzing your weaknesses , Mastering the important concepts , Mock tests, Daily practice, Solving Previous Year Question Papers , Time management are the key to success when it comes to JEE Advanced.

Many apps like Quora, have people who posted about their real life experiences on how they had a poor score in JEE Main, but they identified their weak areas , worked on them and got success in JEE Advanced. With the right mindset and strategy, cracking JEE Advanced in three months is a chievable .

For tips and strategies, you can also visit the given website of Carrers360, which will help you in gaining knowledge about important concepts and guidance as well.

All the best for JEE Advanced!

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-advanced-preparation-tips

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