Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the B.Tech in Structural Design at Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya Haridwar Faculty Of Engineering And Technology is conducted through a rigorous and transparent framework. Prospective candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, clear competitive entrance examinations, and undergo a detailed counseling procedure to secure their seat.
For the academic year 2024-25, admission is primarily based on performance in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced or National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for students who have completed their qualifying examination. The selection process involves multiple stages including online registration, examination, result evaluation, and seat allocation through counseling.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum age 17 years as of December 31, 2024. Maximum age is 25 years for general category and 30 years for reserved categories. |
| Qualifying Exam | Students must have passed the 12th grade or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. |
| Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | A minimum of 75% aggregate marks (including all subjects) is required for general category candidates. For reserved categories, the requirement is 70%. |
| Subject Combinations | Students must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in their qualifying examination. |
| Passing Year | Students appearing for the qualifying examination in 2024 are eligible to apply. |
Counseling Procedure
The counseling process consists of several stages:
- Online Registration: Candidates must register online on the official website of the university, providing personal details and uploading necessary documents.
- Choice Filling: During the counseling period, candidates are required to fill in their preferred institutions and programs in order of preference. Strategic choice filling is essential to maximize chances of seat allocation.
- Seat Allocation: Seats are allocated based on merit scores obtained in JEE Advanced or NEET, considering category-wise reservation policies.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must submit original documents for verification at designated centers during the reporting period.
- Fee Payment: Candidates must pay the required fees and complete the admission formalities within the stipulated time frame.
Admission Category-wise Rank Data
The following table shows the opening and closing ranks for the last five years (2020-2024) for different categories:
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (Gen) | PwD (OBC) | PwD (SC) | PwD (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3250 | 1580 | 2100 | 460 | 170 | 280 | 160 | 90 | 40 |
| 2021 | 3450 | 1650 | 2300 | 500 | 180 | 300 | 170 | 95 | 45 |
| 2022 | 3650 | 1700 | 2450 | 540 | 190 | 320 | 180 | 100 | 50 |
| 2023 | 3780 | 1750 | 2550 | 580 | 200 | 340 | 190 | 105 | 55 |
| 2024 | 3900 | 1800 | 2650 | 620 | 210 | 360 | 200 | 110 | 60 |
Preparation Strategies for Aspirants
To succeed in the competitive environment of admission to the Structural Design program, aspirants should adopt a comprehensive preparation strategy:
- Foundation Building: Strengthen fundamentals in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from class 11th onwards. Focus on conceptual clarity rather than rote learning.
- Regular Practice: Solve previous years' question papers and take mock tests regularly to improve time management and accuracy.
- Conceptual Understanding: Understand the core concepts deeply, especially those related to mechanics, materials, and structural behavior.
- Time Management: Allocate sufficient time for each subject based on its weightage in the exam. Practice solving problems efficiently under time constraints.
- Stay Updated: Keep updated with current affairs and recent developments in engineering and technology to enhance overall awareness.
The counseling process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, giving every eligible candidate an equal opportunity to secure admission. Candidates are advised to carefully follow the guidelines issued by the university and maintain all necessary documents ready for verification during the reporting period.