Hi - my son was born in US and has OCI. He is studying in Mumbai since KG till now (12th). While filling JEE Mains form, Nationality field says OCI/PIO holders are not eligible for admission to IIT/NIT through Mains, Can someone guide me please what to do? Thanks,

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Hi - my son was born in US and has OCI. He is studying in Mumbai since KG till now (12th). While filling JEE Mains form, Nationality field says OCI/PIO holders are not eligible for admission to IIT/NIT through Mains, Can someone guide me please what to do? Thanks,

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Mehul Rajparia 14th Sep, 2019

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Vemireddy Rushita Student Expert 4th Oct, 2019

Hello Sir,

As I mentioned in previous posts there are no Reservations for PIO and OCI card holders even though Parents (if Indian Citizens) qualify. The procedure is same for all IITs . Fees may vary. So, it doesn't matter whether you are PIO , OCI or Indian citizen when it comes to IIT admission.

Thank you!

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