JEE Main 2025 Paper : Memory Based Questions and Analysis of 28th January (Shift-1)

Hello there,

With 44,000 OBC rank in JEE Mains, getting a free (zero tuition fee) seat in top NITs or IIITs is tough, especially for popular branches like CSE, ECE, or IT.

However, you may still get lower-demand branches like Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgy, or Production in newer NITs like NIT Mizoram, NIT Nagaland, NIT Sikkim, or NIT Puducherry. Some IIITs like IIIT Bhagalpur, IIIT Una, or IIIT Kottayam may also offer seats in lesser-demand branches.

Also, tuition fee waivers for OBC students depend on your family income (if it’s below Rs. 1 lakh per year, full waiver; between Rs. 1-5 lakh, 2/3rd waiver).

Apply through JoSAA counselling and fill maximum choices to increase your chances.

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Hello Niyati,

With a 314286 rank in JEE Mains 2025 , it will be difficult to get top government colleges in Delhi like DTU, NSUT, IIIT-D, or IGDTUW through JAC Delhi counselling.

However, you can try for admission in private colleges in Delhi NCR such as:

1. Amity University, Noida

2. GNIOT, Greater Noida

3. Galgotias University, Greater Noida

4. Sharda University, Greater Noida

5. Manav Rachna International Institute, Faridabad

These colleges offer direct admission or admission with low JEE Main ranks. You can also apply for spot rounds or management quota seats.

If you prefer government colleges, you can look for other states' counselling where vacant seats are filled with lower ranks.

I would recommend you to use the JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank.

To get personalised support for JEE Mains counselling, you can contact through WhatsApp on ( +916005956597 ) to get assistance.

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

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello there,

With a 24 percentile in JEE Mains , and considering your 12th score of 76% and 10th score of 82% , it may be challenging to secure a seat in top-tier colleges for B.Tech in IT or ECE . However, you can still explore lower-tier government and private colleges with affordable fees . Here are a few options to consider:

Government Colleges:

1. State Government Colleges (State Quota)

   • Engineering Colleges in UP, MP, Odisha, Rajasthan

   • Govt. Engineering Colleges in Bihar (like BCE Patna, MIT Muzaffarpur)

   • Govt. Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu (if applying through the state quota)
     
     

2. Lower Tier NITs or IIITs

   • NIT Manipur

   • NIT Mizoram

   • NIT Nagaland
     
     Private Colleges:

1. Shiv Nadar University (Greater Noida)

2. KIIT University (Bhubaneswar)

3. UPES (Dehradun)

4. SRM University (Chennai)

5. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (Katra)

6. Amity University (Noida)

7. VIT Bhopal

8. Graphic Era University (Dehradun)

These colleges offer good infrastructure and affordable fees. Private colleges might have moderate fees but offer scholarship programs that can reduce the cost.

I would recommend you to use the JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank/percentile.

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

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello there,

With a JEE Mains percentile of 92.55 and an OBC NCL rank of 35,798 , your chances of securing a seat in Computer Science Engineering (CSE) in the following institutions depend on various factors like the number of seats, category rank, and previous year's cutoffs:

1. NITs (National Institutes of Technology)

• Cutoff Range for CSE : For NITs, the cutoff for CSE typically ranges from around 10,000 to 40,000 in the general category, but this may vary depending on the institution and state.
  
  

• Chances : You may have a chance at NITs in lesser-known or newer NITs in states with lower demand for CSE, especially if you opt for home state quota.
  
  2. Government IITs

• Cutoff Range for CSE : The cutoffs for IITs are generally much higher, often in the 500-1,500 range in the open category for CSE.
  
  

• Chances : It’s very unlikely that you will get CSE in any of the older or established IITs with a 35,798 rank.
  
  3. GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)

• Cutoff Range for CSE : For GFTIs, the cutoff for CSE is generally 30,000 to 45,000 for OBC NCL category in some institutes.
  
  

• Chances : You may have a chance in some of the GFTIs for CSE, as these institutes have relatively higher cutoff ranks compared to IITs and NITs.
  
  4. Other Good Institutes

• Private Institutes : Institutes like SRM , VIT , and Bennett University offer CSE in their B.Tech programs, though their admission is typically through entrance exams specific to the institute.
  
  

• Chances : You will likely have good chances of admission into private engineering colleges that offer good placement support and infrastructure.
  
  Summary

• NITs : Possible in lesser-known ones, especially through home state quota.

• IITs : Unlikely for CSE due to high cutoff.

• GFTIs : Moderate chances for CSE.

• Private Institutes : Good chances for admission.

For better chances, consider opting for branches like IT or Electronics in NITs or GFTIs, as CSE may be more competitive.

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Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello! Congratulations on completing your 12th and JEE Mains!

With a 74 percentile in JEE Mains and 71% in your 12th boards, you may find opportunities in private engineering colleges and some state government colleges, depending on your category and home state quota.
Top NITs and IIITs might be difficult at this percentile, but you can still get good private colleges like Amity University, LPU, UPES, and colleges under state counseling (like in Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, etc.).

You can also use the JEE Main College Predictor by Careers360 to find suitable colleges:
https://engineering.careers360.com/jee-main-college-predictor

Stay positive and apply through state counseling and private colleges as well!

At 97.9 percentile in JEE Mains, for a general category female, getting ICT Mumbai (Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai) is very difficult for the main branches like Chemical Engineering or Pharmaceuticals.

Here's why:

- ICT Mumbai mainly takes students through MHT-CET (Maharashtra state exam), not JEE Mains for most of its B.Tech seats.

- Only a very few seats (around 30-40) in Chemical Engineering are filled through JEE Mains, and the closing ranks are usually under 15,000 CRL (Common Rank List).

- At 97.9 percentile, your approximate CRL would be around 22,000–25,000 (rough estimate).

Summary:

- General category + JEE Mains admission + 97.9 percentile → chances for ICT Mumbai are very low.

- You might get ICT's newer courses or B.Chem Engg at Marathwada campus (Jalna) if open.

List of engineering colleges accepting 97 percentile in JEE mains

Hello Naveen,

If you marked "12th appearing" by mistake in the JEE Mains form but you already passed 12th and have valid proof like marksheets and certificates, you generally will not face a big issue during college admission.

At the time of admission, colleges mainly check your original documents. If you submit your correct 12th pass certificate and marksheet, they accept it. However, you might be asked to give a written explanation or an affidavit stating that it was a genuine mistake.

It is a good idea to inform the admitting college in advance during counselling or document verification to avoid last-minute confusion.

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Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello there,

With a 97.4 percentile in JEE Mains, your chances of securing a seat in an NIT are quite good, particularly in branches like Aerospace Engineering . However, it depends on several factors such as:

1. Category : If you're applying under a reserved category (SC/ST/OBC), your chances might improve due to the relaxed cutoff for these categories.
   
   

2. NIT Campus : Popular NITs like NIT Trichy, NIT Surathkal, and NIT Warangal generally have higher cutoffs, while others may have relatively lower cutoffs.
   
   

3. Branch Preferences : Aerospace Engineering is a specialized and relatively competitive branch. Typically, the demand for this branch can make the cutoff higher at top NITs, but for a 97.4 percentile , you still stand a good chance at several NITs.
   
   Expected Chances for Aerospace Engineering:

• Top NITs (like NIT Trichy, NIT Warangal, NIT Surathkal) : The cutoff for Aerospace Engineering in these institutes may be higher. Based on previous years, you might just make it in some of these NITs with a 97.4 percentile but may need to apply strategically (possibly in subsequent rounds).
  
  

• Other NITs (like NIT Patna, NIT Raipur, NIT Allahabad) : You are more likely to secure a seat in the Aerospace Engineering branch in these NITs, as the cutoff ranks here are generally lower compared to the top NITs.
  
  Other Factors:

• Home State Quota : If you're applying through the home state quota, your chances can improve significantly, as some NITs give a preference to candidates from the state they are located in.
  
  

• JOSAA Rounds : In earlier rounds, top branches like Aerospace Engineering may be filled, but you can still have chances in later rounds, especially if you're open to other branches.
  
  Conclusion:

With your 97.4 percentile , you are in a good position for getting a seat in an NIT. For Aerospace Engineering , you might have to target NITs with slightly lower cutoffs , but there's a strong possibility of securing a seat, especially in the later rounds or for a branch with slightly lower demand. Keep a close watch on the JOSAA counselling cutoff updates to make informed decisions.

I would recommend you to use the JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank or percentile.

To get personalised support for JEE Mains counselling , you can contact through WhatsApp on ( +916005956597 ) to get assistance.

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

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello there,

With a 68 percentile in JEE Mains, you may not be eligible for top NITs or IITs, but you still have several options for pursuing engineering in other reputable colleges. Here are some options that could be suitable for you:

1. State Government Colleges:

• Many state-run engineering colleges accept JEE Main scores, and with a 68 percentile , you might be able to secure a seat in some of these colleges, particularly for branches like Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
  
  

• Some states may also have their own entrance exams or give additional weightage to JEE scores.
  
  2. Private Engineering Colleges:

• Shiv Nadar University (Greater Noida)
  
  

• UPES Dehradun
  
  

• BITS Pilani (BITSAT Exam Required) : While BITS Pilani does not accept JEE Mains, you can consider BITSAT if you meet the eligibility.
  
  

• VIT University (VITEEE Exam Required) : Similarly, VIT does not accept JEE Mains scores but holds its own entrance exam.
  
  3. Other Options:

• Amity University : Amity offers admission through JEE Main scores, and with a 68 percentile , you can consider applying for courses like Computer Science, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
  
  

• Sharda University : This is another private option where your JEE Main score could help you gain admission.
  
  4. Some lesser-known NITs : Some NITs with lower cutoffs might still offer seats for certain branches, though competition is high. You may have a chance for General Engineering courses or other branches like Civil or Electrical at NITs with lower cutoffs .
  
  5. Other Considerations: If you're not satisfied with your current score, you may want to consider a drop year to improve your rank and retake JEE Mains next year. You can use this time to strengthen your preparation and aim for higher-ranked colleges.
  
  Conclusion: With a 68 percentile , you are more likely to get admission to private engineering colleges or some lesser-known government colleges . It would be helpful to explore options like Sharda University , UPES , Amity , and others. Consider applying to various colleges to increase your chances of getting admission to an engineering program.

I would recommend you to use the JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank or percentile.

To get personalised support for JEE Mains counselling , you can contact through WhatsApp on ( +916005956597 ) to get assistance.

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

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello there,

With a 62.80 percentile and an SC category rank of 42,187 in JEE Mains, getting admission to CSE (Computer Science Engineering) or ECE (Electronics and Communication Engineering) in top NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs may be challenging. However, you do have some possibilities:

1. NITs and IIITs:

• CSE/ECE in NITs : The cutoff for these branches in NITs is generally high, and it may be difficult to get admission with your rank. The cutoffs for CSE and ECE typically range from 2000-30,000 depending on the NIT.
  
  

• Other NITs or GFTIs : You might have a better chance of getting CSE/ECE in some lesser-known NITs or GFTIs , but the competition is still quite tough.
  
  2. State Colleges in Uttarakhand:

• Since you are from Uttarakhand , you may have a better chance of getting admission to state engineering colleges or private colleges in the region through state quota or management quota .
  
  

• Govt. Engineering Colleges : These colleges often have lower cutoffs compared to NITs. You may consider branches like Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering if CSE/ECE isn't available.
  
  3. Private Colleges:

• You can also consider top private engineering colleges like UPES , Shiv Nadar University , Amity University , and others that offer CSE/ECE programs through JEE Mains scores . These colleges typically have lower cutoffs than NITs.
  
  Conclusion:

• For NITs/IIITs : Getting CSE or ECE will be tough with your rank, but you can explore lesser-known NITs or GFTIs .
  
  

• State Colleges/Private Colleges : You have a better chance of getting admission to CSE/ECE in Uttarakhand state colleges or private colleges.

I recommend exploring all options and participating in counseling to maximize your chances.

I would recommend you to use the JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank or percentile.

To get personalised support for JEE Mains counselling , you can contact through WhatsApp on ( +916005956597 ) to get assistance.

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

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.