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With your JEE Main All India Rank (AIR) of 76,950 and an OBC-NCL category rank of 23,853, here’s an overview of your options for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs:

**NITs**

Getting into the main branches such as Computer Science (CSE), Electronics (ECE), or Mechanical Engineering at most NITs will be challenging. Even newer NITs have these ranks under 20,000 for the OBC-NCL category. However, there's a possibility for branches with lower demand like Biotechnology, Metallurgy, Mining, Production, or Civil Engineering at some of the newer or North-East NITs. This is more likely if you have a home state quota in a less competitive state. For mid-tier and top NITs, the cutoffs for any branch are generally well below your rank, making it hard to secure a spot there.

**IIITs**

You have a chance in IIITs, mainly in less popular branches or at newer IIITs. High-demand areas like CSE or ECE usually have OBC-NCL ranks below 15,000–18,000. Despite this, seats might be available at newer IIITs for branches like IT, ECE, or various specializations, particularly during the later rounds of admission.

**GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)**

You stand a reasonable chance at several GFTIs, especially for non-core or less sought-after branches. GFTIs usually have higher closing ranks for the OBC-NCL category, providing opportunities in institutes such as Assam University, Gurukula Kangri, and other state-funded colleges.

**Action Plan**

1. Apply Broadly: In the JoSAA counselling, fill out as many choices as possible including all branches and institutes (NITs, IIITs, GFTIs) to improve your opportunities.

2. State Counselling:If applicable, utilize state counselling to take advantage of lower cutoffs if you possess a state quota.

3. Remain Flexible:Stay open to various branches and locations. Depending on college policies, you may have the option to change branches after your first year.

Overall Summary:

Securing core branches at leading or mid-level NITs or IIITs is not likely, but there's a reasonable chance at newer NITs, IIITs, and several GFTIs, especially in non-core branches. Ensure you fill all possible options in JoSAA counselling to increase your chances of admission.