With a JEE Main EWS rank of 15,500, getting CSE in top NITs or IIITs is unlikely.

You might get CSE in some lower-ranked NITs or newer IIITs, but chances are low.

Better to consider other branches like IT or ECE.

Attend all JoSAA counselling rounds and explore state quota options.

• You may get CSE in some lower-ranked or newer NITs .

• Admission in top NITs or IIITs for CSE is less likely with 15,500 EWS rank.

• Branch preferences and home state quotas (Madhya Pradesh) can improve your chances in certain institutes.

• Check the latest opening and closing ranks on JoSAA official site or Careers360 JEE Main Cutoffs for detailed branch-wise info.

• Consider related branches like IT or Electronics if CSE cutoffs are high.

• Look at state engineering colleges or private universities as alternatives.