I have got 5k jee mains and category 36000 what to do
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If you have got 5000 rank in JEE Main and a category rank of 36000 , here is what you can do:
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Check Your Category and Home State Quota
Your chances depend on your category like OBC, SC, ST, EWS and home state. Category rank is useful for admission through reservation. -
Use JoSAA Choice Filling
Participate in JoSAA counselling. Fill maximum choices including NITs, IIITs, GFTIs. Try branches like Metallurgy, Chemical, Civil, or newer branches in top institutes. -
Target NITs and IIITs
With 5000 common rank, you have strong chances in
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Top NITs for core or less competitive branches
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Good IIITs for CSE or ECE if you belong to reserved category
Consider State Counselling Too
If you have a state quota like in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, etc., apply in your state counselling where your chances might be higher.
Keep Backup Options
Include private colleges with good placement like VIT, SRM, or other state-level colleges if needed.
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