Qualifying JEE Main 2021 is a vital step in building a successful career. Take a look at the plan for the last 45 days before the JEE Main 2021.
JEE Main 2021: To have a successful career, candidates are required to qualify different competitive exams as per their streams. For exams like JEE Main, it is mandatory for students to prepare well for them, so that they can ace it. This step is the most crucial one, in order to stand apart from the competition.
JEE Main 2021 exam dates have been declared and with a notable distinction this year. A student is allowed to attempt this exam four times in 2021, viz. February, March, April, and May. Another incentive for students is that the higher secondary board exams have been moved to May, which makes the February attempt more enticing.
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Here are some important tips regarding the time management and formulate a strategy for JEE Main 2021 preparation to keep the momentum at its peak, in the last 45 days.
JEE Main 2021: What to do in the last 45 days
- The students should try to test themselves daily by referring to previous year papers or appearing in the JEE Main 2021 mock tests available on the website of the National Testing Agency (NTA). These tests will help students to analyse their strengths and weaknesses. The mock tests or previous year JEE Main question papers will help students to devise a proper strategy for the exam. It will help them decide, which part of the test should be attempted first and which part later.
- The JEE Main mock tests will also help students to prepare an atmosphere resembling the JEE Main 2021. This practice will help them to actually avoid any kind of stress during the actual exam.
- Every student is different so they need to come up with their own strategy and try not to follow the methods of their friends or previous year JEE Main toppers. It is also important, that students calculate the time required to solve the questions, this will help them overcome any time complications, which may arise during the exam.
- The last 45 days are the bet period for students to assess and analyse their usual silly mistakes and try to overcome them so that they don’t repeat the same during the exam. They should also remember the formulas, calculations and try to increase their speed to attempt more questions in the exam correctly.
- Trying to solve more and complicated problems than required is also not advisable during this period. This may create stress, which is not recommended. On the contrary, relaxation, proper sleep, healthy eating habits, etc. is the proper way forward.
- During the last month, a student should also acclimate themselves with inorganic chemistry and qualitative analysis. Try to revise these topics thoroughly. The mainstream of the syllabus should obviously be completed by now.
JEE Main 2021: One week prior to the exam
- A week before the exam, students must have completely studied and revised everything as per the JEE Main syllabus by this time. Aspirants must also have done a thorough analysis of their strengths and limitations by taking multiple mock tests.
- One week prior to the exam, candidates should not learn anything new but to revise what they have learnt already. Revision of important formula steps, assumptions, theories is important so that they are on top of the mind of the aspirant.
- These are some important points to be considered by the candidates for effective preparation of JEE Main 2021 exam. The tips will help the aspirants manage their time effectively and get good marks in the exam. What can be concluded from this is that, alongside proper studies, revisions, topic selections and mock tests, proper relaxation, stress relief, and proper eating habits are the techniques to increase the effectiveness in the exams.
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Student Forum
Answered 21 hours ago
Guru Nanak Institute of Technology accepts JEE Main scores for admission in BTech programme. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants with WBJEE or CE-AMPAI scores can also get admission in BTech provided they also meet the eligibility criteria.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered Yesterday
Students who gave the JEE Main session 2 exam and want to take admission at IITs should start preparing for the JEE Advanced exam. Students with a more than 98th percentile should start to study for the JEE Advanced exam.
Those who have secured a percentile between 95th and 98th should focus more on
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
With a JEE Main percentile of 90.94 and CRL rank ~1.4 Lacs (female, general category), you have realistic chances in mid-tier NITs (later rounds), state government colleges, and strong private universities in Tamil Nadu and Bangalore for ECE/EEE. Top NITs/IIITs are unlikely, but good regional option
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
With a JEE Main 2026 rank of 400,510 (≈ 70 percentile), admission to NITs, IIITs, or top GFTIs through JoSAA counseling is not possible.
Why?
- NITs/IIITs/GFTIs Cutoffs:
- Even for lower-demand branches (Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgy), closing ranks are usually within 2–2.5 Lacs (General category).
- Your r
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
| Branch | General Category Closing Rank | OBC/SC/ST Closing Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science (CSE) | ~12,000–15,000 | Up to ~25,000–30,000 | Most competitive branch |
| Information Technology (IT) | ~15,000 | ~28,000–32,000 | Slightly easier than CSE |
| Electronics & Communication (ECE) | ~18,000–20,000 | ~35,000–40,000 | Balanced demand |
| Electrical Engineering | ~20,000–25,000 | ~40,000–50,000 | Moderate demand |
| Mechanical Engineering | ~25,000–30,000 | ~50,000–60,000 | Higher closing ranks |
| Civil Engineering | ~30,000–35,000 | ~60,000–70,000 | Lower demand |
| Other Core (Textile, Metallurgy, Bio-Tech) | ~35,000–40,000 | ~70,000–80,000 | Easier admission |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
With a JEE Main CRL rank of ~79,364 and an EWS category rank of ~11,884, you have a realistic chance of securing CSE in several mid-tier NITs, newer IIITs, and some GFTIs. Top NITs (Trichy, Surathkal, Warangal, Allahabad) are out of reach, but options like NIT Jalandhar, NIT Hamirpur, IIIT Kota, III
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April attempt) result has already been declared by NTA on April 20, 2026. You can download your scorecard from the official portal using your application number and password/date of birth.
Result Date: April 20, 2026 (Session 2).
Official Websites to Check:
jeemain.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
With 90 percentile in JEE Main (OBC-NCL, Female, Home State MP), your chances for B.Tech CSE are quite realistic in MBM Engineering College, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) and other state/NIT options. Let’s break it down:
MBM Engineering College (Jodhpur)
- Admission Route: Rajasthan REAP counseling (based on JEE
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
| NIT | CSE Closing Rank Range | Chance at 98.15 Percentile (~Rank 18,000–22,000) |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy | ~2,000–3,500 | ❌ Not possible |
| NIT Warangal | ~2,500–4,000 | ❌ Not possible |
| NIT Surathkal | ~3,000–5,000 | ❌ Not possible |
| NIT Calicut | ~3,500–5,500 | ❌ Not possible |
| MNIT Jaipur | ~4,000–7,000 | ❌ Not possible (but check Home State quota) |
| VNIT Nagpur | ~5,000–8,000 | ❌ Not possible |
| NIT Rourkela | ~4,500–7,500 | ❌ Not possible |
| MNNIT Allahabad | ~5,500–9,000 | ❌ Not possible |
| NIT Kurukshetra | ~7,000–12,000 | ⚠️ Borderline |
| NIT Jalandhar | ~9,000–15,000 | ✅ Possible |
| NIT Silchar | ~12,000–20,000 | ✅ Strong chance |
| NIT Agartala / Mizoram / Sikkim / Manipur / Srinagar | ~18,000–30,000 | ✅ Very strong chance |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
LPU JEE Main cutoff for BTech typically sits around 80 percentile for general category, based on recent trends for high-demand branches like CSE. This opens doors to innovative curriculum with strong industry ties, hands-on projects, and solid placement outcomes the highest packages crossing 50 LPA
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Beginner-Level 1
Is JEE Main accepted at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology?