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What After JEE Main?

JEE Main is one of the most significant exams for engineering students in India. It is the key to entry into some of India's best engineering colleges. After months of rigorous preparation and appearing for the JEE MAIN exam, students often find themselves wondering—What next? 

In this article, ALLEN has listed different options for students after JEE Main to answer questions such as what after JEE mains. NTA organizes the JEE Main 2025 exam in two sessions- January & April. Read the article to have an idea about "What after JEE Main 2025?

1.0What should you do if you are eligible for JEE Advanced?

Candidates who clear the JEE Main exam and are among the top 2,50,000 are eligible to take the JEE Advanced. Candidates must also meet the other eligibility conditions. These 2.5 lakh candidates shall compete for 17000+ seats provided by the 23 IITs and 24000+ seats provided by the 31 NITs. However, the path to IIT admission involves concentrated and tactical preparation. This guide provides critical steps to optimize your chances of success in JEE Advanced.

  • Early Start: The Key to Success - Start preparing early to cover the syllabus thoroughly and learn without stress.
  • Strategic Strength Enhancement: Maximizing Your Potential - Leverage your strong areas to maximize your scoring potential in the exam.
  • Regular Practice: Refining Your Skills - Practice daily to enhance problem-solving speed and accuracy, essential for exam success.
  • Mock Tests: Exam Experience Simulation - Utilize mock tests to get used to exam conditions and know areas of improvement.
  • Analytical Exam Review: Understanding the Pattern - Practice using old exams to adjust your study plan to the real test format and level of difficulty through JEE Advanced exam analysis.

If you score well in the JEE Advanced, you will be qualified for admission to one of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

How can ALLEN Free JEE Prep help you with JEE Advanced preparation?

With all the tips given above, aspirants are able to utilize various initiatives by ALLEN and some helpful links are given below:

2.0What should you do if you are not eligible for JEE Advanced?

If you fail to meet the eligibility criteria of JEE Advanced, do not worry; there are alternative options to study for an engineering degree. You may seek admission into top engineering colleges through JoSAA counselling. JoSAA, the common seat allocation authority, organizes the counselling of candidates for admission into different engineering colleges in India like 31 NITs, IIEST Shibpur, 26 IIITs and 40 Other-Government Funded Technical Institutes (Other-GFTIs).

Some of the steps for getting admission into a top engineering college through JoSAA counselling are:

  • Keep your JEE Main score: Your score is important as it decides your eligibility for various colleges.
  • Research different colleges: Make a list of colleges where your academic ambitions and interests find a match.
  • Fill out your JoSAA application carefully: Be precise in your application to prevent any possibility of rejection.
  • Take part in counselling sessions: Go to the JoSAA counselling to select your desired college and course wisely.

3.0Other Alternatives

If you fail JEE Advanced or do not get admission to a top engineering college through JoSAA counselling, do not worry. There are numerous other engineering entrance examinations in India at the national, state, and university levels. Just ensure you fulfill the eligibility requirements for such exams to gain further educational access in engineering.

Exam Type

Exam Name

Description

State-Level

MHT CET

Admissions to engineering and technology programs in Maharashtra.

KCET

Admissions to engineering, technology, and agriculture courses in Karnataka.

TS EAMCET

Admissions to engineering, agriculture, and medical courses in Telangana.

AP EAPCET

Admissions into various professional courses in Andhra Pradesh.

GUJCET

Admission into degree engineering and pharmacy courses in Gujarat.

WBJEE

Admission to engineering, technology, and pharmacy programs in West Bengal.

UPSEE/UPCET

Admissions to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Uttar Pradesh.

University-Specific

BITSAT

Admissions to BITS Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses.

VITEEE

Admissions to VIT campuses.

SRMJEEE

Admissions to SRM Institute of Science and Technology campuses.

KIITEE

Admissions to KIIT University.

COMEDK UGET

Admissions to engineering colleges affiliated with COMEDK in Karnataka.

National-Level

NDA Exam

Admission to the engineering stream of the NDA, leading to a career in the armed forces.

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