Admission Cut-offs and Counseling Process
Maharishi Arvind University Jaipur follows a rigorous yet fair admission process for its undergraduate programs. The cut-off ranks are determined based on performance in entrance examinations such as JEE Main, JEE Advanced, or state-level tests. Below is an analysis of the admission cut-offs for various branches over the last 10 years.
Admission Cut-offs (Last 10 Years)
| Year | General (G) | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17500 | 19000 | 16000 | 8500 | 7000 | 4500 |
| 2023 | 18000 | 19500 | 16500 | 9000 | 7500 | 4800 |
| 2022 | 19000 | 20500 | 17000 | 9500 | 8000 | 5000 |
| 2021 | 20000 | 21500 | 17500 | 10000 | 8500 | 5200 |
| 2020 | 21000 | 22500 | 18000 | 10500 | 9000 | 5500 |
| 2019 | 22000 | 23500 | 18500 | 11000 | 9500 | 5800 |
| 2018 | 23000 | 24500 | 19000 | 11500 | 10000 | 6000 |
| 2017 | 24000 | 25500 | 19500 | 12000 | 10500 | 6200 |
| 2016 | 25000 | 26500 | 20000 | 12500 | 11000 | 6500 |
| 2015 | 26000 | 27500 | 20500 | 13000 | 11500 | 6800 |
Cut-off Trends Analysis
Over the past decade, there has been a steady decline in cut-off ranks, indicating increased competition and growing demand for admissions at MAU. The trend shows that General category students require higher ranks to secure admission, while reserved categories continue to have lower thresholds. This shift reflects the university's growing recognition and reputation among aspirants.
JoSAA/CSAB Counseling Process
The counseling process for admission into MAU involves several steps:
- Registration: Students register on the JoSAA portal using their JEE Main rank.
- Choice Filling: Applicants fill in their preferences for courses and institutions based on their ranks.
- Seat Allocation: Seats are allocated through a centralized process based on merit and preferences.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must submit original documents for verification.
- Fee Payment: Final admission is confirmed after payment of the required fees.
Branch-Wise Analysis
The cut-off ranks vary significantly across different branches based on demand and difficulty level. The following table provides a comparison of branch-wise cut-offs:
| Branch | General Rank | EWS Rank | OBC Rank | SC Rank | ST Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 15000 | 16500 | 14000 | 7000 | 5500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 18000 | 19500 | 16500 | 8500 | 7000 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 17500 | 19000 | 16000 | 8000 | 6500 |
| Information Technology | 17000 | 18500 | 15500 | 7500 | 6000 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 16500 | 18000 | 15000 | 7000 | 5500 |
| Chemical Engineering | 19000 | 20500 | 17000 | 8500 | 7000 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 20000 | 21500 | 18500 | 9500 | 8000 |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | 18000 | 19500 | 16500 | 8500 | 7000 |
| B.Sc (Applied Sciences) | 20000 | 21500 | 18500 | 9500 | 8000 |
| B.A (Humanities) | 21000 | 22500 | 19500 | 10000 | 8500 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for admission, students must meet the following criteria:
- Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks
- Must have appeared in JEE Main, JEE Advanced, or state-level entrance exams
- Must be within the age limit as per university guidelines
Selection Process
The selection process involves:
- Verification of eligibility documents
- Rank-based allocation through JoSAA/CSAB
- Seat confirmation upon fee payment
- Document verification and admission formalities
Reservation Policy
The university adheres to the reservation policy as per government guidelines:
- EWS: 10% of total seats
- OBC: 27% of total seats
- SC: 15% of total seats
- ST: 7.5% of total seats
- PwD: 3% of total seats