Admission Process Overview
The admission to the B.Tech Mechanical Engineering program at Roorkee College Of Engineering is based on the JEE Advanced or JEE Main ranks, depending on the category of applicants. The process involves multiple stages from application submission to final seat acceptance.
Application Stages
- Online Application: Candidates must register and fill out the online application form available on the official website during the designated period.
- Document Submission: Required documents include the 12th mark sheet, certificate of domicile, identity proof, and other relevant certificates.
- Exam Registration: Candidates who wish to appear for JEE Advanced must register separately through the official website.
- Seat Allocation: Based on merit and category preferences, seats are allocated through the centralized counseling process conducted by JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority).
- Final Acceptance: After seat allocation, candidates must confirm their admission by paying the required fees and submitting necessary documents.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Age Limit | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 75% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| EWS | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 70% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| OBC-NCL | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 65% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| SC | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 60% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| ST | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 60% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (General) | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 50% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 45% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (SC) | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 45% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PwD (ST) | 20 years (as on 30 June 2025) | JEE Main or JEE Advanced | 45% aggregate | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
Admission Statistics
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (General) | PwD (OBC-NCL) | PwD (SC) | PwD (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 450 | 300 | 600 | 180 | 90 | 100 | 80 | 70 | 50 |
| 2022 | 460 | 310 | 620 | 190 | 95 | 105 | 85 | 75 | 55 |
| 2023 | 470 | 320 | 640 | 200 | 100 | 110 | 90 | 80 | 60 |
| 2024 | 480 | 330 | 660 | 210 | 105 | 115 | 95 | 85 | 65 |
| 2025 | 490 | 340 | 680 | 220 | 110 | 120 | 100 | 90 | 70 |
Exam Preparation Tips
To succeed in JEE Advanced or JEE Main, aspirants should focus on:
- Building a strong foundation in core subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics).
- Practicing numerical problems regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
- Staying updated with the latest exam pattern and syllabus changes.
- Utilizing previous years' question papers for practice.
- Joining coaching institutes or online resources for structured guidance.
- Maintaining a consistent study schedule and taking regular mock tests.
Counseling Strategy
The counseling process is conducted by JoSAA, and candidates must follow these steps:
- Choose your preferred institutions and programs carefully based on past cutoffs.
- Fill the choice form with realistic rankings considering your rank and category.
- Attend the counseling sessions online or at designated centers as per schedule.
- Accept the allocated seat and pay the required fees within the stipulated time.
- Report to the college for admission formalities after confirmation.