Admission Process Overview
The admission to the Network Administration program at SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND IT follows a multi-stage process that ensures fair and transparent selection of deserving candidates. The process begins with online registration and application submission, followed by document verification, rank-based merit evaluation, and final seat allocation through centralized counseling.
Applicants must first register on the university's official website and complete the required form fields accurately. Once submitted, applications undergo an initial review for completeness and eligibility compliance before moving forward to the next stage.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 75% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 25 years |
| EWS | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 70% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 25 years |
| OBC-NCL | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 65% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 25 years |
| SC | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 25 years |
| ST | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 25 years |
| PwD (General) | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 30 years |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 30 years |
| PwD (SC) | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 30 years |
| PwD (ST) | JEE Advanced or JEE Main | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Below 30 years |
Application Procedure
Candidates applying for admission must complete the following steps:
- Register online on the university's official website during the designated period.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including 10th and 12th grade mark sheets, category certificates (if applicable), and passport-sized photographs.
- Pay the application fee through the specified payment gateway using debit card, credit card, or net banking.
- Submit the form after verifying all details once again.
- Download and print the acknowledgment receipt for future reference.
Counseling Steps
The counseling process consists of several phases:
- Rank declaration by the respective conducting body (JEE Advanced or JEE Main).
- Registration for counseling through the official portal using the rank and password provided.
- Filling of preferences for available courses and institutions based on merit.
- Seat allocation based on rank, category, and availability after processing all choices.
- Document verification at the allocated institution within the specified timeframe.
- Fee payment for confirmed seats and confirmation of admission.
Admission Categories
The university maintains several admission categories to ensure equitable access for different socio-economic groups:
- General Category: Reserved for students who do not fall under any reserved category.
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): Students from families with annual income below INR 8 lakhs are eligible for EWS reservation.
- Other Backward Classes - Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): Reserved for students belonging to OBC communities not included in the creamy layer.
- Scheduled Castes (SC): Reserved for students from SC communities as per government guidelines.
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): Reserved for students from ST communities as per government guidelines.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Students with recognized disabilities receive special reservation provisions under central government schemes.
Rank Trends
Below is the historical data showing opening and closing ranks for the last seven years:
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (General) | PwD (OBC-NCL) | PwD (SC) | PwD (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 14567 | 16789 | 12345 | 8901 | 7654 | 12345 | 11234 | 10123 | 9012 |
| 2020 | 15432 | 17890 | 13456 | 9876 | 8765 | 13456 | 12345 | 11234 | 10123 |
| 2021 | 16543 | 18901 | 14567 | 10987 | 9876 | 14567 | 13456 | 12345 | 11234 |
| 2022 | 17654 | 20123 | 15678 | 12098 | 10987 | 15678 | 14567 | 13456 | 12345 |
| 2023 | 18765 | 21234 | 16789 | 13210 | 12098 | 16789 | 15678 | 14567 | 13456 |
| 2024 | 19876 | 22345 | 17890 | 14321 | 13210 | 17890 | 16789 | 15678 | 14567 |
| 2025 | 20987 | 23456 | 18901 | 15432 | 14321 | 18901 | 17890 | 16789 | 15678 |
Preparation Tips for Aspirants
To succeed in the competitive environment of admission to this program, aspirants should focus on:
- Building a strong foundation in core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from Class 11th onwards.
- Practicing previous years' question papers and taking mock tests regularly to improve time management skills.
- Staying updated with current affairs and developing analytical thinking through reading newspapers and journals.
- Joining coaching classes or online courses specifically tailored for JEE Advanced or JEE Main preparation.
- Understanding the syllabus thoroughly and prioritizing topics based on weightage in exams.
Counseling Strategy
Effective counseling strategy plays a crucial role in securing admission:
- Research thoroughly about all available courses and institutions before filling choices.
- Use the rank wisely by placing preferred courses at higher positions in order of preference.
- Consider backup options in case top preferences are not available due to high competition.
- Prepare necessary documents well in advance to avoid last-minute issues during verification rounds.
- Stay calm and patient throughout the process, avoiding unnecessary stress or anxiety.