Admission Process
The admission process for the Environmental Science program at Ashoka University Sonepat is conducted through a centralized counseling system, primarily based on JEE Advanced scores. Candidates must apply online via the university’s official portal and meet specific eligibility criteria.
Applications open in April each year, with the last date for submission typically falling in early May. After preliminary screening, shortlisted candidates are invited for document verification and a personal interview round conducted by the admissions committee.
The final merit list is prepared based on the candidate's JEE Advanced score, academic performance in 12th grade, and performance in the personal interview. Seat allocation follows a centralized counseling procedure managed by the university in collaboration with participating institutions.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Age Limit | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| EWS | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| OBC-NCL | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| SC | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| ST | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (General) | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (SC/ST) | Below 25 years as of July 1st | JEE Advanced or equivalent | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
Historical Rank Data
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (General) | PwD (SC/ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1850 | 2400 | 3100 | 4700 | 6200 | 900 | 850 |
| 2022 | 1700 | 2300 | 3000 | 4600 | 6000 | 850 | 800 |
| 2021 | 1600 | 2200 | 2900 | 4500 | 5800 | 800 | 750 |
| 2020 | 1500 | 2100 | 2800 | 4400 | 5600 | 750 | 700 |
| 2019 | 1400 | 2000 | 2700 | 4300 | 5400 | 700 | 650 |
Strategic Advice for Aspirants
To maximize their chances of admission, aspirants should:
- Focus on mastering core subjects—Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics—through consistent practice and conceptual clarity.
- Join coaching institutes that specialize in JEE preparation, especially those with strong track records in environmental science streams.
- Take advantage of mock tests and previous years' question papers to gauge progress and improve time management skills.
- Prepare thoroughly for the personal interview round by staying updated on current environmental issues and policies.
- Understand the counseling process, including seat allocation procedures and choice filling strategies, to optimize their rank utilization.