Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the Electrical Engineering program at TRINITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH is designed to be transparent, fair, and aligned with national standards. Applications are accepted through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced or JEE Main, depending on the category of applicants.
Application Procedure
Prospective students must first register online via the official website during the designated application window. Required documents include:
- Class 12th mark sheet and certificate
- Passing certificate from the board
- JEE Main or Advanced scorecard
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Photographs and signature
- Valid Aadhaar card
After submitting the application, candidates must appear for the qualifying examination. Based on performance, eligible students are shortlisted for counseling rounds.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Candidates must be born on or after October 1, 2000 (as of December 31, 2024). No upper age limit applies. |
| Qualifying Exam | Passing certificate from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or any equivalent recognized board. |
| Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics combined. For reserved categories, the minimum percentage is reduced to 55%. |
| Subject Combination | Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as core subjects in Class 12th. |
| JEE Score Requirement | Candidates must secure a valid JEE Advanced or JEE Main rank. For JEE Advanced, candidates should qualify in the exam with a minimum percentile of 95 for general category and 90 for reserved categories. |
Admission Categories
The institute follows the reservation policy set by the Government of India, including:
- General (Unreserved)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes - Non-Creamy Layer)
- SC (Scheduled Castes)
- ST (Scheduled Tribes)
- PwD (Persons with Disabilities) - SC/ST/PwD
Each category has specific rules regarding eligibility, percentage reduction, and additional documentation required.
Rank Data for Last Five Years
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (SC) | PwD (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,000 | 15,000 | 18,000 | 25,000 | 35,000 | 15,000 | 20,000 |
| 2023 | 11,500 | 14,000 | 17,000 | 24,000 | 33,000 | 14,000 | 19,000 |
| 2022 | 11,000 | 13,500 | 16,500 | 23,000 | 32,000 | 13,500 | 18,000 |
| 2021 | 10,500 | 13,000 | 16,000 | 22,000 | 31,000 | 13,000 | 17,500 |
| 2020 | 10,000 | 12,500 | 15,500 | 21,000 | 30,000 | 12,500 | 17,000 |
Strategic Advice for Aspirants
For aspirants preparing for the JEE Advanced or JEE Main, the following strategies are recommended:
- Start early with a structured study plan covering all subjects.
- Focus on conceptual clarity rather than rote memorization.
- Solve previous year question papers to understand exam patterns and difficulty levels.
- Take regular mock tests and analyze weak areas for improvement.
- Utilize online resources and coaching institutes effectively, but avoid overloading with multiple materials.
- Prepare a strategic choice-filling strategy during counseling based on past rank trends and college preferences.
The counseling process involves multiple rounds of seat allocation. Candidates must carefully review the rank lists, make informed choices, and confirm their selections within the specified time frame. Document verification is mandatory at each step to ensure authenticity.