By: Kandarp Patel
Explore and keep other options as back-up. Conduct extensive research for main institutes with pros and cons to increase the number of options available. Prepare with complete dedication and focus on clearing the exam in the first attempt itself.
During the preparation phase of any exam, students are often in a predicament, what to do next in case their scores are low or the results are below expectations. In such a scenario, they would want to know the other options available or the course of action path they would follow.
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This article would discuss the other options for students appearing for JEE Advanced to give them clear understanding about these options in case of the requirement (scenario mentioned above).
This article is to make the student aware of the situation and take necessary steps.
Option 1: If a student wants to take admission in IIT only, then they should think of attempting the exam for the second time and drop the year. This require diligence, complete focus and confidence on the part of the student to secure good rank in the second attempt as dropping a year increases the pressure on the student. Give extra time, double the amount of efforts given in the first attempt. Also, make sure that there is no deviation after dropping the year. Hence, choose wisely.
Option 2: Another option available would be to take admission in top NITs basis the rank secured in JEE Mains . Also, in a case where a student is unable to get into NITs then try for admission on the basis of other exams score.
Along with JEE, most of the students often appear for some other exams like BITSAT, VITEEE, SRMJEEE and so on. This would create more options for a student as a back-up for worst case scenarios. Hence, options for getting admission in the top colleges would still be open for students.
Some of the best institutes such as IITs, NITs, etc. with their exams are given below:
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science – BITSAT
- VIT University, Vellore – VITEEE
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai – SRMEEE
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal – MU-OET
- University of Petroleum and Energy Studies – UPESEAT
- Shiv Nadar University – SNUSAT
Students could also try preparing and giving some other good exams and institutes according to your choice, priority, etc. Always remember that knowledge and intelligence is important for a student than other things.
About the Author:
Kandarp Patel is a student at Nirma University, Ahemdabad, pursuing Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering (final year). He is also a campus representative with Shiksha.com since 2016.
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On the JEE Main result, candidates can check if they have qualified for the JEE Advanced exam.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, JEE-Main or JEE-Advanced scores are not required for scholarships at NTU Singapore. Indian students with a strong JEE-Advanced rank are advised to submit scores as it is highly valued, but not mandatory.
Maintaining strong academic scores and extracurriculars are the basic requirements for NTU sc
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, students can get admission in IIT Mandi with a rank of 10000 in JEE Advanced. But at this rank, admission to the top specialisations, such as CSE would not be possible. Students can get admission in Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Physics, and more. Interested students
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Once the results are live in mid-June, the JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling begins. This is the most critical phase where you'll list IIT Dharwad as your preference. The counselling runs through several rounds from late June to July. You'll need to be available during these weeks
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 months ago
IIT Jammu accepts the JEE Advanced entrance exam for BTech admission. For the students belonging to the General AI quota, the cutoff ranks ranged between 5988 and 18156 for BTech admission across multiple specialisations. For the category-wise cutoff range, refer to the table below:
| Category | JEE Advanced Cutoff Range 2025 |
|---|---|
| Genenral | 5988 - 18156 |
| OBC | 2594 - 6153 |
| SC | 1266 - 3346 |
| ST | 763 - 1555 |
| EWS | 811- 2665 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For IIT Palakkad B.Tech. admission, the JEE Advanced closing ranks ranged between 2229 and 5841 for the students belonging to the OBC category. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the JEE Advanced round-wise cutoff range for 2025.
| Round | JEE Advanced Cutoff Range 2025 |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2229 - 5167 |
| 2 | 2293 - 5445 |
| 3 | 1153 - 2990 |
| 4 | 1168 - 2990 |
| 5 | 1182 - 3024 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, if you belong to the General AI category, you can get admission to CSE at IIT Tirupati with a JEE Advanced cutoff rank of 4000. The cutoff rank for admission varies across different categories and rounds. In 2025, for CSE admission, the last round cutoff ranks varied between 4620 and 5034 for t
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For IIT Tirupati, the JEE Advanced last round closing ranks ranged between 5034 and 16548 for BTech admission in the General category under the AI quota. Likewise, the cutoff range varies across different categories and rounds. For the last round, the category-wise range is given below:
| Category | Last Round Cutoff 2025 |
|---|---|
| General | 5034 - 16548 |
| OBC | 2113 - 5522 |
| SC | 1018 - 3091 |
| ST | 553 - 1376 |
| EWS | 733 - 2434 |
| PWD | 167 - 228 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Candidates must be very careful in filling JEE Advanced application form as the correction facility is not provided post the last date of registration. It is thus advised that candidates verify all the details they fill in the form at least once and make the corrections before the last date to apply
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
If the PwD certificate is valid and issued by the competent authority, it will be considered for availing the reservation. However, it is advsied to get the UDID card before admission process.
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