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Is it possible for me to get into NIT or IIIT or gfti in CSE or ECE branches? I got 33 thousand rank in OBC category in JEE Mains


E Aditya Ram 26th Apr, 2025
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Mayumi DAS 27th Apr, 2025

With an OBC rank of 33,000 in JEE Mains , securing a seat in CSE (Computer Science Engineering) or ECE (Electronics and Communication Engineering) at NITs , IIITs , or GFTIs is possible, but your chances will depend on the specific institute, category (OBC), and the branch.

Here's a breakdown of what you can expect:

1. NITs :

The cutoffs for CSE and ECE in NITs are usually very competitive , especially in top-tier NITs. With a rank of 33,000 (OBC) , you might have a chance in mid-tier NITs or newer NITs . However, getting CSE or ECE in top NITs like NIT Trichy , NIT Warangal , NIT Surathkal , or NIT Calicut will likely be difficult, as their cutoffs for CSE and ECE are typically much lower.

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Possible NITs for OBC Rank 33,000 :

  • NIT Patna

  • NIT Jamshedpur

  • NIT Silchar

  • NIT Bhopal (MANIT)

  • NIT Rourkela

  • NIT Agartala

  • NIT Srinagar

In these NITs, ECE may have a better chance for your rank compared to CSE , but both branches are still competitive.

2. IIITs :

IIITs are also quite competitive, especially for CSE . With an OBC rank of 33,000 , your chances of getting CSE at top IIITs like IIIT Hyderabad , IIIT Delhi , or IIIT Bangalore are low, as their cutoffs are generally much lower.

Possible IIITs :

  • IIIT Bhopal

  • IIIT Bhubaneswar

  • IIIT Pune

  • IIIT Allahabad (may be difficult for CSE)

These IIITs are more likely to have a better chance in ECE or IT-related branches , though CSE remains competitive.

3. GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes) :

GFTIs typically have lower cutoffs compared to NITs and IIITs , so you might have a better chance of securing a seat in CSE or ECE in these institutes.

Possible GFTIs for OBC Rank 33,000 :

  • BIT Mesra (Ranchi)

  • DTU (Delhi Technological University) - May have a chance in ECE or IT .

  • NSIT (Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology)

4. Branch Considerations :

  • CSE is usually the most competitive branch, so you may need to focus on ECE , IT , or other related branches in case CSE is not available.

  • Some institutes may allow you to switch branches after the first year based on your performance, so getting a related branch like IT or ECE could still give you an opportunity to study computer science in the future.

5. Counseling Process :

  • You will be able to participate in JoSAA counseling for NITs , IIITs , and GFTIs . The counseling will take into account your rank , category , and state quota (if applicable).

  • Additionally, CSAB Special Round can be considered if seats remain vacant after the main JoSAA rounds.

Conclusion:

With a rank of 33,000 (OBC) in JEE Mains , you have a reasonable chance of getting into NITs , IIITs , or GFTIs in branches like ECE , IT , or related fields . However, securing CSE in top NITs will be difficult, and you may need to aim for mid-tier NITs or GFTIs .


Kishan Bhakat 27th Apr, 2025

Hello,

With a rank of around 33,000 in JEE Main, admission in CSE or ECE branches at top NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs is unlikely, as these branches have very high cutoff ranks. However, you may get admission in other branches or in some lower-ranked NITs or GFTIs, especially through home state quota or reserved category seats. It is important to check previous year cutoffs and participate actively in the counseling process to explore all available options. For accurate and updated information, you can visit the official counseling websites or trusted portals like Careers360. Hope this helps!

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