Admission Process for the Jaipur Program

The admission process for the Jaipur program at Manipal University Jaipur is designed to identify and welcome talented students who demonstrate academic excellence, innovation potential, and a commitment to engineering education. The process is transparent, fair, and aligned with national standards.

Eligibility Criteria

Category	Qualifying Exam	Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade	Subject Combination	Age Limit
General	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	75%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)
EWS	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	70%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)
OBC-NCL	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	65%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)
SC	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	60%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)
ST	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	60%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)
PwD (General)	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	55%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)
PwD (SC/ST)	JEE Main / JEE Advanced	50%	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	20 years (as on 31st December)

Application Procedure

The application process for the Jaipur program involves several steps:

1. Online registration on the Manipal University Jaipur website.
2. Submission of required documents including academic records, identity proof, and passport-size photographs.
3. Payment of application fee (INR 1000 for general category, INR 500 for SC/ST/PwD).
4. Appear for the qualifying entrance examination (JEE Main or JEE Advanced).
5. Based on performance in the entrance exam and other criteria, candidates are shortlisted for counseling.
6. Attend the counseling session where candidates fill their preferences for courses and colleges.
7. Seat allocation based on merit and preferences.
8. Document verification and fee payment to confirm admission.

Entrance Exams

Candidates must appear for either JEE Main or JEE Advanced to be eligible for admission to the Jaipur program. The selection process is primarily based on the rank obtained in these exams, with additional weightage given to academic performance and other qualifying criteria.

Seat Allocation

Seats are allocated through a centralized counseling process conducted by Manipal University Jaipur. Candidates must fill their preferences for courses and colleges during the counseling session. The final seat allocation is based on merit, category-wise reservation, and availability of seats.

Yearly Rank Analysis

Year	General Category	EWS Category	OBC-NCL Category	SC Category	ST Category
2024	15000	18000	22000	30000	35000
2023	14500	17000	21000	29000	34000
2022	14000	16000	20000	28000	33000
2021	13500	15000	19000	27000	32000
2020	13000	14000	18000	26000	31000

Strategic Advice for Aspirants

To increase chances of admission, aspirants should:

• Start preparing early and maintain consistency in study habits.
• Focus on understanding concepts rather than rote learning.
• Practice previous year question papers and mock tests regularly.
• Join coaching institutes or online platforms for structured preparation.
• Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge.
• Develop strong problem-solving skills through regular practice.
• Take care of physical and mental health during the preparation phase.

Counseling Strategy

During counseling:

• Understand the importance of rank and category-wise cutoffs.
• Fill choices strategically based on your rank and preferences.
• Consider both top-tier and mid-tier colleges in your choice list.
• Ensure you have backup options in case your preferred choice is not available.
• Attend the counseling session on time and be prepared with all necessary documents.