Engineering Entrance Exam

In order to change your surname to an initial after you complete your CBSE 12th, you would have to get your name rectified in the official documents before you participate in counseling in JoSAA. First, contact your respective CBSE regional office to request a name change for your Class 12 mark sheet.

When completing the JEE Mains application form you should enter your improvement score if it is higher than the original score. JEE Main - Main considers the best of the two scores for ranking and eligibility.

If your improvement score is lower or you haven't received the result yet it's better to stick with the original score. Make sure you include accurate information as per the official guidelines.

It's always a good idea to check the official JEE Main website for the latest instructions before submitting your form.

If your category is OBC NCL (Other Backward Classes - Non-Creamy Layer) but the JEE Session 2 application shows "NA" for the category, it may be due to some problem with the details you have provided in your application or the categorization done at the time of registration. You should ensure that you have selected the correct category and provided the necessary documents supporting your OBC NCL status, such as an NCL certificate. If the problem is not rectified, one should contact the JEE authorities or the respective examination center for clarification and rectification so that the status of OBC NCL is correctly reflected.

Yes, Kerala University offers M.Tech admissions based on merit. For merit-based admissions, students are required to apply for sponsored seats. Such candidates do not require to take GATE or any other entrance test. They are offered admissions based on marks scored in bachelor's degree, interviews conducted by the DTE, and work experience.