JEE Main 2026: Preparation Tips & Study Plan
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It is possible to get CSE in some decent colleges with your scores, but it might not be in the most sought-after institutions. Your 79 percentile in JEE Mains and expected 100-110 in MHT CET, combined with your 77% in CBSE, suggests that top NITs or IITs are unlikely, but there are still good options available.
JEE Mains:
79 percentile is decent, but generally, higher percentiles are needed for top NITs and IIITs for CSE.
MHT CET:
Expecting 100-110 marks is a good range, but it depends on the competition and cutoff trends for your desired branch and colleges.
CBSE Boards:
77% is a reasonable score, but it might not be a major factor in your college selection given the other entrance exam scores.
Possible options:
NITs:
You might have a chance in some of the newer or lower-ranked NITs for CSE, or other branches like Civil or Mechanical,
IIITs:
Some IIITs might offer admission based on JEE Mains score, but it's advisable to research the specific college and branch.
State Government Colleges:
Consider state-level engineering colleges in Maharashtra or other states, especially if you have domicile. Some might have good CSE programs.
Private Colleges:
Many private engineering colleges offer CSE programs, and you might find some with good placements and facilities.
Recommendations:
1. Participate in counselling:
Participate in JoSAA counselling for NITs and IIITs, and state-level counselling for other colleges.
2. Explore different branches:
Be flexible with your branch choice, and consider other options like IT, ECE, or other related fields, if CSE is not available.
3. Research colleges thoroughly:
Look into the curriculum, faculty, placements, and infrastructure of the colleges you're interested in,
4. Consider private colleges:
If you are open to private institutions, explore options in your state or other states, especially if they have good placement records.
5. Do not drop a year:
With your current scores, you have a reasonable chance of getting into a decent engineering college. While it might not be the top-tier institutions, it's not necessary to drop a year unless you are absolutely set on a specific college or branch.
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