73.67 percentile ≈ rank around 2.5–3 lakh (approximate).

CAP quota does not guarantee special reservation in NITs through JOSAA.

Admission chances in NITs with this percentile are very low for popular branches .

Better chance in home state NITs under home quota but still limited.

Consider lower-demand branches or newer NITs .

Look for CSAB Special Round and state-level counselling where CAP quota may apply.

Check GFTIs and IIITs for possible admission.

Share your category and state for more precise advice.