The JEE Main 2024 qualifying cutoff percentiles are:

• General Category: 93.24
• OBC Category: 79.67

These cutoffs determine eligibility for JEE Advanced and change yearly based on exam difficulty and candidate performance. Admission cutoffs for engineering colleges in Madhya Pradesh, including NIT Bhopal, vary by branch and category. The final selection is based on opening and closing ranks during counseling. For updated cutoff details, refer to official counseling authorities or the respective college website.

As you belong to the BC2 (Bania) category in Jharkhand and General EWS category at the central level, you can choose either of the two categories while filling the NEET application form.

Choosing General EWS Category

- If you choose the General EWS category, you will be eligible for the EWS quota at the central level.

- However, in the state counseling of Jharkhand, you will be considered under the General category and not under the BC2 category.

Choosing BC2 Category

- If you choose the BC2 category, you will be eligible for the BC2 quota in the state counseling of Jharkhand.

- However, you will not be eligible for the EWS quota at the central level.

It is essential to note that once you choose a category, you cannot change it later. Therefore, it is crucial to choose the category wisely, considering your eligibility and preferences.

In your case, if you want to avail the benefits of the BC2 category in the state counseling of Jharkhand, you should choose the BC2 category while filling the NEET application form. However, if you want to avail the benefits of the EWS quota at the central level, you can choose the General EWS category.

It is always a good idea to consult with the state counseling authorities or a career counselor to determine the best course of action based on your specific situation.

Based on current trends, a score of 77 marks in JEE Mains 2025 Jan 22 shift 2 for the general category would likely fall within a percentile range of around 88-90 and could result in a rank somewhere between 100,000 to 150,000; however, the exact rank depends on the overall difficulty of the exam and the performance of other candidates in your category.

The final rank will be determined by the overall performance of candidates in the exam, so it's important to compare your score with the official answer key and analyze the difficulty level of the exam.

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Hello Preeti,

Yes, you can apply under the OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) category in GATE 2026 , provided you obtain a valid OBC-NCL certificate .

Understanding Your Category for GATE:

• Since your father's income is above Rs.8 lakh , you belong to the OBC-Creamy Layer and cannot claim OBC-NCL benefits in GATE 2025.
  
  
• However, if your family's income falls below Rs.8 lakh in the future and meets other OBC-NCL criteria, you can apply under OBC-NCL for GATE 2026 by submitting a fresh certificate issued within one year before the exam.

If your category status changes, ensure you correctly select your category while applying for GATE 2026 and upload a valid certificate.

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 wishing you all the best for your bright future.

Hello

Apply as OBC for GATE 2026 :

OBC Creamy Layer : If your family's annual income exceeds Rs 8 lakh , you are considered part of the creamy layer and are not eligible for OBC reservation benefits.

Non-Creamy Layer : If your family's income is below Rs 8 lakh , you qualify as non-creamy layer OBC and are eligible for reservation benefits.

If your father's income remains above Rs 8 lakh, you still fall under the creamy layer and cannot claim OBC benefits for GATE 2026.

However, if the income drops below Rs 8 lakh in the future, and you meet other eligibility criteria , you can submit as OBC (non-creamy layer) in subsequent years with the proper certificate.

hope this helps you .

Yes, you can change your category from General to General-EWS during the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 correction window. The National Testing Agency (NTA) allows candidates to make such changes during this period.

Here’s how you can do it:

1. Log in to the Official JEE Main Portal:

Use your credentials to access the correction window once it’s open.

2. Change Category:

You can select General-EWS and upload your valid EWS certificate issued by the competent authority.

3. Submit Changes:

Review your changes carefully and submit them. Ensure everything is correct before finalizing the modification.

Important Points to Note:

EWS Certificate: You must have a valid EWS certificate for the change to be processed.

Correction Window Dates: The correction window is usually available in February 2025, so keep checking the official JEE Main website for exact dates.

Document Verification: If your category change is approved, you will need to provide the original EWS certificate during the counseling process.

By making this change, you can avail of the benefits reserved for General-EWS candidates during the admission process.

Based on the NEET 2025 eligibility criteria, candidates from the General category must have secured at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology combined in their Class 12 examination.

you scored 149 out of 300 in these subjects, your aggregate percentage is approximately 49.67%, which is below the required 50% for the General category.

BY obtaining an OBC certificate, you may qualify under the OBC category, which requires a minimum of 40% in these subjects.

Therefore, with the OBC certificate, you should meet the eligibility criteria for NEET 2025.

Unfortunately, a definitive answer on whether you can upload an undertaking instead of the EWS certificate for CUET PG 2025 cannot be given. The exact rules and acceptable documents for CUET PG 2025 are determined by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the participating universities. These guidelines are usually released in the official information brochure or on the CUET PG website. Even if undertakings were accepted in previous years, it's not guaranteed that the same applies to the 2025 exam. Universities might have specific requirements for EWS certificates.

Keep a close eye on the official CUET PG website (usually nta.ac.in) for the release of the 2025 information brochure. This document will contain detailed instructions regarding application procedures, required documents, and acceptable formats. If you have any doubts or need clarification, reach out to the CUET PG help desk. They can provide the most accurate and up-to-date information on EWS certificate requirements and whether undertakings are accepted. Some universities might too have specific guidelines regarding EWS certificates. It's advisable to check the websites of the universities you are interested in for any additional information.

hi ,

a 98 percentile typically corresponds to all india rank 20,000, however due to the female candidate quota implemented in many NITs ans IIITs your effective rank may be more favourable within female category this positions you for admission into reputable sought after branches like CSE , EEE , ECE , the potential institute's and branches are as follows -

national institute of technology (NITs)

• NIT calicut
• NIT Durgapur
• NIT Silchar

Indian institute of information technology

• IIIT pune
• IIIT Vadodara
• IIIT kota

government funded technical institutes

• Assam university , Silchar
• guru ghasidas vishwavidhyalaya , Bilaspur

hope this helps

With 170 marks in JEE Main 2025 (29 Jan Shift 2) under the general category, your expected percentile could range between 96-98. However, the exact percentile depends on factors like exam difficulty and overall student performance. Check the official NTA percentile calculator for accurate predictions.