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Yes, with 96% in IPE (Intermediate Public Examination) and 86 percentile in JEE Main , you have a good chance of getting admission into SASTRA University —especially through the Stream 1 (JEE + 10+2 score) .

Admission at SASTRA:

SASTRA University offers B.Tech admissions through two streams:

1. Stream 1 (70% seats): Based on a combined score of JEE Main (75%) and Class 12 marks (25%) .
   
   

2. Stream 2 (30% seats): Based only on Class 12 marks .
   
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• 96% in IPE is a strong academic score.

• 86 percentile in JEE Main is above average and competitive.

You stand a fair chance of getting popular branches like CSE, ECE, IT , though competition is high for CSE.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to ask. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank You and wishing you a bright future ahead.

Here is the selection breakdown:

SASTRA's Admission Process:

• Weightage:
  • SASTRA University uses a combination of your JEE Main scores and your 12th-grade scores for its B.Tech admissions.
  • They give weightage to both, it is not solely based on one.
  • Specifically, a certain percentage of seats are filled based on the combination of 12th grade marks and the JEE main scores.
  • It is very important to submit your JEE main scores when applying to SASTRA.
• Variability:
  • Cutoff marks and the required combination of scores can vary each year depending on the number of applicants and their performance.

Regarding your scores:

• A 96% in IPE is a very strong score.
• An 86 in JEE Main, while not extremely high, will still be considered in the admission process.

Recommendations:

Official Website:

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  • The most reliable source for accurate and up-to-date information is the official SASTRA University website (sastra.edu).
  • Look for their admission guidelines and any published cutoff information.

Apply:

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  • Even if you are uncertain, it is always recommended to apply.
  • Your strong IPE scores will definitely be a positive factor in your application.

I Hope You Get Selected

Best of Luck!