Hello Aspirant,

If your JEE Main rank is approx. 5 lakh but board exam marks are good (85–90% and above), you also have decent options based on your choice:

1. State-Level Counseling (e.g., TS EAMCET, MHT CET, WBJEE, etc.): A lot of state engineering colleges and private engineering colleges provide admission on board marks or state-level exams. Good board marks can improve your chances of securing a decent branch in state engineering colleges.
2. Private Universities (Board-Merit Based): Shiv Nadar University, Ashoka University (for science), Amity University, VIT (through VITEEE or direct admission), SRM, Manipal, UPES (some have individual exams or accept board merit)
3. CUET-Based Colleges (for Science/Math degrees): If you're willing to go for B.Sc. or other similar degrees, well-scoring CUET + board marks can secure you a seat in elite central universities.

Focus on universities where board scores matter, and apply early. Look into direct admission options, scholarships, and consider re-attempting JEE if you’re targeting top NITs/IITs.

according to the facts you have mentioned, admission to top-tier government colleges like NITs or IIITs is unlikely through JEE Main. but there are still many good private colleges and state-level options where they can pursue B.Tech

some good college options to consider:

• Amity University (Noida and other campuses)

• Sharda University, Greater Noida

• SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai

• VIT Vellore / VIT Bhopal (based on VITEEE or direct admission)

• Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal

• Lovely Professional University (LPU), Punjab

• Graphic Era University, Dehradun

• Chandigarh University, Punjab

• ITM University, Gwalior

• MIT-WPU, Pune

• BMSIT, Bangalore (may consider boards or COMEDK)

• Reva University, Bangalore

• KIIT, Bhubaneswar (based on KIITEE or direct admission)

These colleges accept direct admission or conduct their own entrance exams, and many of them consider board exam marks during the admission process. If the student performs well in boards, they might also be eligible for merit-based scholarships in these private universities.

i suggest you to stay updated about the requisites, the deadlines and other criteria from the official website of your desirable college