Admissions Process
The admission process for the Robotics program at Institute of Engineering Jiwaji University Gwalior is designed to identify and select the most promising candidates based on academic excellence, aptitude, and potential for innovation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for admission into the B.Tech in Robotics program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
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General | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
EWS | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
OBC-NCL | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
SC | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
ST | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
PwD (General) | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 40% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
PwD (SC/ST) | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 35% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 25 Years |
Application Process
The application process for the robotics program involves several stages:
- Online Registration: Applicants must register online through the official website of the university or conducting body (JEE Advanced/JEE Main).
- Document Upload: Required documents such as Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, mark sheets, and category certificates must be uploaded.
- Application Fee Payment: A nominal fee must be paid online using credit/debit cards or net banking.
- Exam Slot Booking: Once registered, applicants can book their exam slot based on availability.
- Admit Card Download: Admit cards are available for download from the official website one week before the examination date.
Selection Procedure
The selection process consists of:
- Merit List Generation: Based on performance in JEE Advanced/JEE Main, a merit list is prepared for each category.
- Counseling Session: Candidates are called for counseling based on their ranks and preferences filled during registration.
- Choice Filling: During counseling, candidates fill choices of colleges and branches in order of preference.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on merit and availability of seats after considering category-wise reservations.
- Seat Acceptance: Candidates must confirm their seat acceptance by paying the required fees within the stipulated time frame.
Counseling Process
The counseling process for admission to the robotics program is conducted in multiple rounds:
- Round 1: General Counseling: For candidates who have appeared in JEE Advanced/JEE Main and scored above the qualifying marks.
- Round 2: Re-Counseling: For those who did not get a seat in Round 1 but wish to participate further.
- Round 3: Spot Counseling: For candidates who missed previous rounds due to late registration or other reasons.
Candidates should carefully plan their choices based on:
- Previous year rank trends
- Opening and closing ranks of the robotics program
- Respective category cutoffs
- Availability of seats in other institutions
Admission Category Breakdown
The university follows a reservation policy for various categories as per government guidelines:
- General (Unreserved): 50% of total seats
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% of total seats
- Other Backward Classes - Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): 27% of total seats
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 15% of total seats
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 7.5% of total seats
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 3% of total seats
Rank Trends Analysis
The following table shows the opening and closing ranks for the robotics program over the last five years:
Year | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
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2024 | General | 3500 | 12500 |
2024 | EWS | 10000 | 18000 |
2024 | OBC-NCL | 12000 | 25000 |
2024 | SC | 30000 | 45000 |
2024 | ST | 40000 | 60000 |
2023 | General | 4000 | 15000 |
2023 | EWS | 12000 | 20000 |
2023 | OBC-NCL | 15000 | 30000 |
2023 | SC | 40000 | 60000 |
2023 | ST | 50000 | 70000 |
2022 | General | 5000 | 18000 |
2022 | EWS | 15000 | 25000 |
2022 | OBC-NCL | 18000 | 35000 |
2022 | SC | 50000 | 75000 |
2022 | ST | 60000 | 90000 |
2021 | General | 6000 | 20000 |
2021 | EWS | 18000 | 30000 |
2021 | OBC-NCL | 20000 | 40000 |
2021 | SC | 60000 | 90000 |
2021 | ST | 70000 | 100000 |
2020 | General | 7000 | 25000 |
2020 | EWS | 20000 | 35000 |
2020 | OBC-NCL | 25000 | 50000 |
2020 | SC | 70000 | 100000 |
2020 | ST | 80000 | 120000 |
Strategic Advice for Aspirants
To increase their chances of admission, aspirants should consider the following strategies:
- Early Preparation: Start preparing early to ensure a strong foundation in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Practice Regularly: Solve previous years' question papers and take mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
- Understand Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the JEE syllabus thoroughly and focus on high-weightage topics.
- Time Management: Develop effective time management skills during practice sessions and actual exams.
- Focus on Weak Areas: Identify weak areas and dedicate extra time to improve them.
- Choose Right Colleges: Fill choices strategically based on past rank trends and your rank position.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of any changes in exam pattern or admission criteria announced by JEE authorities.
- Mock Interviews: Prepare for potential interviews with faculty members to demonstrate interest in robotics.