Admissions Process
The admission process for the Finance program at Prayaga Institute of Management Studies is conducted through a competitive selection mechanism based on performance in national-level entrance examinations. The institute accepts candidates who have cleared JEE Advanced or other qualifying exams recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Eligibility Criteria
Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
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General | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 75% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
EWS | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 70% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
OBC-NCL | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 65% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
SC | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 60% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
ST | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
PwD (General) | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 45% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
PwD (SC/ST) | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 40% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 17-25 years |
Application Procedure
The application process for the Finance program involves several stages:
- Online Registration: Candidates must register online via the official website of Prayaga Institute of Management Studies. During registration, personal details, academic records, and photograph are uploaded.
- Application Form Submission: After successful registration, candidates fill out the detailed application form with information about their qualifying examination scores, preferred branch, and category.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must submit scanned copies of identity documents, academic certificates, and other required paperwork for verification purposes.
- Seat Allocation: Based on merit and available seats, candidates are allocated to respective branches. Final seat acceptance is done during the counseling process.
Admission Categories
The institute follows a transparent system of categorization for admission:
- General (GEN): Unreserved category with no reservation benefit.
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Candidates from families earning below INR 8 lakh per annum are eligible.
- Other Backward Classes - Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): Candidates belonging to OBC category with income up to INR 8 lakh are eligible.
- Scheduled Castes (SC): Candidates from SC communities receive 15% reservation.
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): Candidates from ST communities receive 7.5% reservation.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Candidates with physical disabilities receive 3% reservation, with specific sub-categories for SC/ST and general categories.
Cutoff Ranks Analysis (Last 7 Years)
Year | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
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2024 | General | 5600 | 8900 |
2024 | EWS | 12000 | 15000 |
2024 | OBC-NCL | 8000 | 11000 |
2024 | SC | 18000 | 23000 |
2024 | ST | 25000 | 30000 |
2024 | PwD (General) | 30000 | 35000 |
2024 | PwD (SC/ST) | 35000 | 40000 |
2023 | General | 6000 | 9200 |
2023 | EWS | 13000 | 16500 |
2023 | OBC-NCL | 9000 | 12000 |
2023 | SC | 20000 | 25000 |
2023 | ST | 27000 | 32000 |
2023 | PwD (General) | 32000 | 37000 |
2023 | PwD (SC/ST) | 38000 | 43000 |
2022 | General | 6500 | 10000 |
2022 | EWS | 14000 | 17500 |
2022 | OBC-NCL | 10000 | 13000 |
2022 | SC | 22000 | 27000 |
2022 | ST | 30000 | 35000 |
2022 | PwD (General) | 34000 | 39000 |
2022 | PwD (SC/ST) | 40000 | 45000 |
2021 | General | 7000 | 10500 |
2021 | EWS | 15000 | 18500 |
2021 | OBC-NCL | 11000 | 14000 |
2021 | SC | 24000 | 29000 |
2021 | ST | 32000 | 37000 |
2021 | PwD (General) | 36000 | 41000 |
2021 | PwD (SC/ST) | 42000 | 47000 |
2020 | General | 7500 | 11000 |
2020 | EWS | 16000 | 19500 |
2020 | OBC-NCL | 12000 | 15000 |
2020 | SC | 26000 | 31000 |
2020 | ST | 34000 | 39000 |
2020 | PwD (General) | 38000 | 43000 |
2020 | PwD (SC/ST) | 44000 | 49000 |
Exam Preparation Tips
To increase chances of admission, candidates should follow these strategic steps:
- Understand the Syllabus: Thoroughly review the syllabus for JEE Advanced or other qualifying exams and identify weak areas requiring focused attention.
- Create a Study Plan: Develop a structured study schedule that allocates time for each subject, ensuring balanced preparation across all topics.
- Practice Previous Year Papers: Solve past papers to understand exam patterns and improve time management skills.
- Join Coaching Centers: Enroll in reputable coaching centers if needed for additional support and guidance.
- Focus on Weak Areas: Identify subject-specific weaknesses and dedicate extra hours to improving those areas.
- Take Mock Tests: Regularly attempt mock tests to simulate real exam conditions and build confidence.
- Maintain Health: Ensure adequate sleep, nutrition, and exercise to maintain mental and physical well-being during preparation.
Counseling Process
The counseling process for admission is conducted online through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) portal. The process includes:
- Choice Filling: Candidates must fill in their preferences for colleges and branches based on merit rank.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on rank, category, and preference order.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must verify documents at the allotted institute.
- Fee Payment: Final payment of fees is required to confirm admission.