Given your JEE Mains GMR rank of 415,788 and SC rank of 27,800, it's unlikely you'll get a seat in B.Tech Civil Engineering at Heritage Institute of Technology. Here's why:

- General Category Cutoff: The cutoff rank for Heritage Institute of Technology is typically below 4,000 in JEE, which you're exceeding.

- Scheduled Caste Cutoff: For SC category, the cutoff rank is around 6,740. Your SC rank is 27,800, which is higher than the cutoff.

To increase your chances of getting into Heritage Institute of Technology or other colleges, consider the following options:

- Explore Other Colleges: Look into other colleges that accept JEE Mains scores and have higher cutoffs.

- Check Previous Year Cutoffs: Verify the cutoffs for previous years to get an idea of the competition.

- Use College Predictor Tools: Utilize online tools to predict your chances of getting into specific colleges based on your rank.

Some colleges you might consider exploring:

- RCC Institute of Information Technology

- Academy of Technology

Good evening ,

As per your mentioned query, the fees for the diploma course is completely depends on the type of institution private or government. The approximate fees varies from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1.5 lakhs .

To know more , refer this :

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/diploma-in-civil-engineering-after-12th-counar

Good wishes!

After 10th, students can pursue Civil Engineering Diploma courses such as Surveying, Structural Design, Construction Technology, and CAD. These programs typically last 3 years and offer strong foundational knowledge for technical careers.

Hello Vaibhav,

You're in a good spot with a 97 percentile and solid IIIT/NIT/BIT Mesra options.

If your aim is software/tech industry (coding, product, startups, placements): opt for CSE at any of the IIITs at Dharwad, Ranchi, Bhagalpur or Manipur. Even tier-3 IIITs (CSE) will lead to better placements and internship opportunities in software roles than core branches at NITs. These will lead to better ROI than core branches, due to the tech placements and remote work.

Your next best option: IIIT ECE at Sri City or Una (ECE at Sri City has good industry engagement since it is close to Chennai & tech parks).

Recommended Prioritisation (if you are comfortable pursuing a tech career):

1. IIIT CSE (Dharwad > Ranchi > Bhagalpur > Manipur)
2. BIT Mesra – ECC/EEE
3. IIIT ECE (Sri City > Una > Nagpur > others)
4. NIT JSR – Civil > Metallurgy > Production
5. IIITDM Kancheepuram (Mech).

HELLO,

Yes your sister is eligible for age relaxation as a Scheduled Caste (SC) category candidate under state government rules.

1. Age relaxation for SC candidates:

• SC candidates usually get a 5-year age relaxation for government job recruitment.

• this applies to both direct recruitment and promotions.

2. Date of Birth : October 2, 1988 36 years old as of 2025.

She belongs to the SC category which makes her eligible for age relaxation.

3 .State government Employment :

• your sister has been working as a state government employee since 2017 civil court Koderma).

• Before that she worked at Bank of Baroda for 2 years.

• since she is an SC category employee she should have been given age relaxation when joining the government service.

• if the age relaxation was not applied during her initial recruitment she can consult the establishment Section at her workplace to clarify and correct it.

• Good chances for Mechanical in GFTIs and some lower NITs .

• IIITs may offer related or lower-demand branches.

• Use Career360 Predictor for accurate college options:
  JEE Main College Predictor – Career360

Branch Preference (General Scope-Based)

• Mechanical Engineering – Versatile, strong core branch, govt/PSU jobs.

• Chemical Engineering – Good in pharma, petroleum; strong research opportunities.

• Civil Engineering – Good for govt jobs, infrastructure sector.

• Metallurgy – Niche field, fewer colleges, limited core jobs.

Recommended Order : Mechanical > Chemical > Civil > Metallurgy

For the future of India, NIT Jamshedpur's Materials and Metallurgical Engineering program is likely a better choice than NIT Patna's Civil Engineering program, especially considering India's growing manufacturing and materials science sectors. NIT Jamshedpur offers a strong program with strong industry ties, particularly with Tata Steel, and a history of excellent placements.

NIT Jamshedpur's Advantages:

Strong Industry Connections:

NIT Jamshedpur has strong ties with Tata Steel, a major player in the steel industry, offering numerous opportunities for internships, placements, and research.

Focus on Emerging Materials:

The Materials and Metallurgical Engineering program at NIT Jamshedpur is well-suited for the growing demand for advanced materials in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and electronics.

High Placement Rate:

NIT Jamshedpur generally boasts a high placement rate, particularly for core engineering branches like Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, with many students securing jobs in the steel industry and related sectors.

NIT Patna's Advantages:

Civil Engineering Demand:

Civil Engineering remains a vital field in India, especially with ongoing infrastructure development projects.

Established Institution:

NIT Patna is a well-established institution with a long history in engineering education.

Overall:

While both programs are valuable, NIT Jamshedpur's Materials and Metallurgical Engineering program aligns better with India's future industrial landscape, especially with the emphasis on advanced materials and the strong industry connections it offers. The program at NIT Jamshedpur also has a higher placement rate compared to NIT Patna's civil engineering program.

Hello,

Based on previous years' data, your EWS rank of 26,200 is unlikely to secure admission to Civil Engineering at VNIT Nagpur.

Past Closing Ranks for Civil Engineering at VNIT Nagpur (HS Quota):

• 2024: Closing rank was 34,823
• 2023: Closing rank was 33,791
• 2022: Closing rank was 34,439

Your EWS rank is 26,200, which is lower than the previous years' closing ranks. This means that, based on past trends, you are within the range for a possible chance of admission to Civil Engineering at VNIT Nagpur.

Hope it helps !

It might be sufficient for state-level engineering college or private university but difficult to get into higher institutions like NITs or IITs.

Hello there,

With a JEE Mains rank of 400,000 in the General category , your options for B.Tech in Civil Engineering might be limited in top-tier institutes, but you can still aim for the following types of colleges:

1. Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) : These colleges often have lower cutoffs and offer decent infrastructure for civil engineering. Examples include:

   • BIT Mesra, Ranchi

   • MNIT Jaipur (for some special categories)

   • NIT Agartala

   • NIT Patna (sometimes through special rounds)
     
     

2. State Government Colleges : Many state government colleges have a lower cutoff compared to NITs or IIITs. For example:

   • UPTU Colleges (in Uttar Pradesh)

   • Government Colleges in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
     
     

3. Private Engineering Colleges : Top private colleges often have their own entrance exams and may have seats available through JEE Mains. Examples:

   • VIT Vellore (VITEEE)

   • SRM University (SRMJEEE)

   • Manipal University (MU OET)

   • Shiv Nadar University (for various engineering branches)

Since your rank is higher, you may need to be flexible with the location or branch (if you don't get Civil Engineering). You can also look for management quota or direct admission if you're open to private colleges.

I would recommend you to use JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank or percentile.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, then feel free to share your questions with us, we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.