Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the Mechanical Engineering program at Duke International University Namchi is highly competitive and structured to identify academically strong candidates with potential for innovation and leadership.
Candidates must qualify through either JEE Advanced or JEE Main followed by state-level qualifying exams. The application window typically opens in January, with the final selection based on merit rankings and seat availability across various categories.
Step-by-Step Admission Process
- Application Submission: Online applications are submitted via the university portal during the designated period. Required documents include academic transcripts, identity proof, and category certificates if applicable.
- Eligibility Verification: All applicants undergo scrutiny for meeting minimum eligibility criteria including qualifying exam scores, age limits, and subject combinations.
- Counseling Session: Shortlisted candidates participate in online or offline counseling sessions where they fill preferences for available seats based on their rank and category.
- Seat Allocation: Seats are allocated according to merit rankings and preference choices, with reservations for SC/ST/PwD categories as per government norms.
- Fee Payment & Document Verification: Selected candidates must pay the required fees and submit original documents for verification within specified deadlines.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 75% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| EWS | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 70% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| OBC-NCL | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 65% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| SC/ST | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| PwD (General) | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 50% (with reservation) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 45% (with reservation) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
Admission Statistics (Last 5 Years)
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1450 | 1600 | 1800 | 2100 | 2200 | 2300 |
| 2021 | 1400 | 1550 | 1750 | 2000 | 2100 | 2200 |
| 2022 | 1350 | 1500 | 1700 | 1950 | 2050 | 2150 |
| 2023 | 1300 | 1450 | 1650 | 1900 | 2000 | 2100 |
| 2024 | 1250 | 1400 | 1600 | 1850 | 1950 | 2050 |
Strategic Advice for Aspirants
To succeed in the admission process, aspirants should:
- Thoroughly prepare for JEE Advanced or Main with a structured study plan covering all subjects.
- Focus on conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization to excel in both theoretical and numerical problems.
- Practice previous years' question papers and take mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
- Understand the counseling procedure, including choice filling strategy and seat allocation process.
- Stay updated with latest exam notifications and deadlines for application submission.