Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the Digital Systems program at Electronics Service And Training Centre is highly competitive and involves multiple stages designed to assess academic merit, aptitude, and potential for success in engineering education.
Applications are accepted through JEE Advanced or JEE Main, depending on the category of candidate. The selection process is based on the candidate's performance in the qualifying examination along with their rank in the national-level entrance test.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Age Limit | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 75% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| EWS | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 70% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| OBC-NCL | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 65% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| SC | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| ST | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (General) | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (SC) | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (ST) | 20 years | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
Opening and Closing Ranks (Last 7 Years)
| Year | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General | 2150 | 3800 |
| 2024 | EWS | 4200 | 6700 |
| 2024 | OBC-NCL | 6500 | 9200 |
| 2024 | SC | 11000 | 14300 |
| 2024 | ST | 15000 | 19000 |
| 2024 | PwD (General) | 3000 | 5000 |
| 2024 | PwD (OBC-NCL) | 6000 | 9000 |
| 2024 | PwD (SC) | 10000 | 13500 |
| 2024 | PwD (ST) | 14000 | 18000 |
| 2023 | General | 2200 | 3900 |
| 2023 | EWS | 4100 | 6800 |
| 2023 | OBC-NCL | 6700 | 9500 |
| 2023 | SC | 11500 | 14800 |
| 2023 | ST | 15500 | 19500 |
| 2023 | PwD (General) | 3100 | 5100 |
| 2023 | PwD (OBC-NCL) | 6200 | 9200 |
| 2023 | PwD (SC) | 10500 | 14000 |
| 2023 | PwD (ST) | 14500 | 18500 |
| 2022 | General | 2300 | 4000 |
| 2022 | EWS | 4000 | 6700 |
| 2022 | OBC-NCL | 6800 | 9700 |
| 2022 | SC | 12000 | 15200 |
| 2022 | ST | 16000 | 20000 |
| 2022 | PwD (General) | 3200 | 5300 |
| 2022 | PwD (OBC-NCL) | 6400 | 9500 |
| 2022 | PwD (SC) | 11000 | 14500 |
| 2022 | PwD (ST) | 15000 | 19000 |
| 2021 | General | 2400 | 4100 |
| 2021 | EWS | 3900 | 6600 |
| 2021 | OBC-NCL | 7000 | 9900 |
| 2021 | SC | 12500 | 15800 |
| 2021 | ST | 16500 | 20500 |
| 2021 | PwD (General) | 3400 | 5500 |
| 2021 | PwD (OBC-NCL) | 6600 | 9800 |
| 2021 | PwD (SC) | 11500 | 15000 |
| 2021 | PwD (ST) | 15500 | 19500 |
| 2020 | General | 2500 | 4200 |
| 2020 | EWS | 3800 | 6500 |
| 2020 | OBC-NCL | 7200 | 10100 |
| 2020 | SC | 13000 | 16200 |
| 2020 | ST | 17000 | 21000 |
| 2020 | PwD (General) | 3600 | 5800 |
| 2020 | PwD (OBC-NCL) | 6800 | 10000 |
| 2020 | PwD (SC) | 12000 | 15500 |
| 2020 | PwD (ST) | 16000 | 20000 |
Application and Counseling Strategy
After qualifying in JEE Advanced or JEE Main, candidates must fill out the application form online via the official website of Electronics Service And Training Centre. The process includes uploading scanned documents, paying fees, and selecting preferences for admission categories.
The counseling procedure is conducted by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) and consists of multiple rounds where candidates can choose their preferred institutions and branches based on their ranks and available seats.
It is crucial to analyze previous year's rank trends before filling choices. Candidates should prioritize institutions with higher cutoffs for General category and consider reserved categories if eligible.
Preparation tips include solving mock tests, understanding the exam pattern, managing time effectively, and staying updated with current affairs related to engineering education. The counseling process requires careful planning, especially when choosing between multiple options.