The admission process for the Civil Engineering (B.Tech) program at Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute Mumbai is highly competitive and follows a well-defined procedure to ensure fairness and transparency. The primary mode of admission is through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced, with some seats reserved for candidates who qualify through JEE Main.
The process begins with registration for JEE Advanced, which typically opens in January and closes in February. Candidates must first qualify in JEE Main to be eligible for JEE Advanced. After qualifying, students need to complete the online application form, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee as per category norms.
Once the application is submitted, candidates are assigned a roll number and appear for the JEE Advanced examination, usually held in May. The exam consists of two papers: Paper I (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and Paper II (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics). Both papers are conducted online with a duration of 3 hours each.
After the written examination, candidates must go through the counseling process, which includes seat allocation based on merit rankings. The counseling is conducted by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) and involves multiple rounds of seat allotment. Candidates fill their preferences for colleges and programs in a specific order, and seats are allocated accordingly.
Eligibility criteria for admission to the Civil Engineering (B.Tech) program are as follows:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Must not be more than 25 years as of December 31, 2025 (relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Qualifying Exam | Passed Class 12th or equivalent examination from a recognized board |
| Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Minimum 75% aggregate (relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Subject Combination | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
| Passing Year | Must have passed Class 12th in 2024 or 2025 |
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen or a PIO (Person of Indian Origin) |
The detailed admission statistics for the last five years are presented below:
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (Gen) | PwD (OBC-NCL) | PwD (SC) | PwD (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1890 | 1750 | 1600 | 1400 | 1300 | 1200 | 1100 | 1000 | 900 |
| 2023 | 1900 | 1760 | 1610 | 1410 | 1310 | 1210 | 1110 | 1010 | 910 |
| 2022 | 1910 | 1770 | 1620 | 1420 | 1320 | 1220 | 1120 | 1020 | 920 |
| 2021 | 1920 | 1780 | 1630 | 1430 | 1330 | 1230 | 1130 | 1030 | 930 |
| 2020 | 1930 | 1790 | 1640 | 1440 | 1340 | 1240 | 1140 | 1040 | 940 |
Strategic advice for aspirants preparing for JEE Advanced includes:
- Develop a structured study plan with focus on all three subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Practice solving previous years' question papers to understand exam patterns and time management
- Focus on NCERT textbooks as they form the base for most questions in the exam
- Join coaching institutes or online classes for guidance and doubt resolution
- Take regular mock tests and analyze performance to identify weak areas
- Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge, especially for the aptitude section
- Prepare thoroughly for both papers with equal attention to conceptual clarity and problem-solving speed
- Use effective time management strategies during the actual examination
The counseling process involves several stages:
- Online registration for JoSAA counseling after JEE Advanced results are declared
- Choice filling for colleges and programs based on rank and preferences
- Seat allocation in rounds until all seats are filled
- Payment of seat acceptance fees within the specified deadline
- Document verification at allocated institutions
- Final seat confirmation and joining process
For effective choice filling, candidates should:
- Understand the rank cutoffs of previous years for their preferred colleges
- Consider all available seats across different categories
- Prioritize based on preference, safety, and likelihood of seat allocation
- Ensure that choices are filled correctly to avoid disqualification
- Be prepared for multiple rounds of counseling if not allocated in the first round