JEE

Yes, all the JEE Main rank holders are eligible to take part in the OJEE counselling process for admission to the engineering programmes offered by colleges accepting OJEE scores. Even if the candidates have not appeared for the OJEE exam, they can get admission to various colleges based on their JEE Main scores. Candidates who wish to participate in BAMS/BHMS counselling must have qualified in NEET (UG) with a valid rank. Candidates must get the scores verified at JEE Cell, Gandamunda, Bhubaneswar-751030 in person who are taking a part in the OJEE counselling through JEE Mains or other qualifying entrance exams. JEE rank holders will be eligible to participate in the counselling process irrespective of their admission status.

The Odisha Cell will conduct the OJEE counselling for JEE Main rank holders and OJEE-qualified aspirants. The OJEE counselling dates will be available on the official website of Odisha JEE. Interested candidates will be required to complete the OJEE counselling registration process within the deadline. Based on JEE Mains rank you can always get any college in any state of your choice. However, giving the state joint entrance examination gives you a higher percentage of chances of seats in the colleges of your state. Candidates belonging to the state of Odisha will be eligible to take admission to the government colleges in the state, and non-native students are eligible to take admission to private colleges and institutes. The following government colleges of Odisha are accepting the JEE Mains scores.
1. International Institute of Information Technology, Bhubaneswar
2. Odisha University of Technology and Research
3. National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
4. Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology, Burla
5. Parala Maharaj Engineering College, Berhampur
6. National Institute of Science and Technology, Brahmapur
7. Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology
8. Government College of Engineering.

With AJEE Mains rank of 3,59,000, it is important to consider colleges that accept a wider range of ranks and offer suitable programs for your academic goals. Here are a few options you can explore:
National Institute of Open Schooling NIOS allows students to pursue engineering degrees through distance education, which can be a flexible option. State Government Engineering Colleges: Several state government engineering colleges in India accept a broader range of JEE Mains ranks. These colleges often have lower fee structures and can provide a decent education. You can check the respective state counseling websites for more information. Private Engineering Colleges: There are many private engineering colleges across India that admit students based on JEE Mains ranks. These colleges may have management quotas or NRI quotas that could help secure admission. However, it is important to research and choose a reputed college with good faculty and infrastructure. Diploma Programs: If you are open to alternative pathways, you can consider Diploma programs in engineering. After completing a Diploma, you can opt for lateral entry admission into engineering colleges for direct entry into the second year of the B.Tech programme. Remember to thoroughly research the colleges, check their accreditation, faculty, placement records, and infrastructure before making a decision. Additionally, it's always a good idea to speak with current students or alumni to gather insights about the college and its offerings.