B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering 

at NIT Jamshedpur, Jamshedpur

NIT Jamshedpur cutoff 2023 for Round 4 was released on July 16. The opening and closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For the general category under All India, the opening rank was 3260 and the closing rank was 8741. Cutoffs are different when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even the domicile of the home state. In All India, the opening and closing rank for female candidates was 10182 and 15241. Admission to BTech (Hons) in Computer Science and Engineering at NIT Jamshedpur is based on the scores obtained in the JEE Main entrance exam. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cutoffs.

 JoSAA Counselling 2022 for NIT Jamshedpur admissions 2022 to BTech course has been concluded after six rounds. NIT Jamshedpur CSE Round 6 closing cutoff was 8988. Tabulated below are the JoSAA R6 closing ranks for NIT Jamshedpur cutoff 2022, along with 2021 and 2020 cutoffs for the General category students, to get clarity on past year trends:

NIT Jamshedpur BTech total tuition fee is INR 5 lakh. Apart from the tuition fee, candidates are also required to pay the hostel fee (if opted) of INR 1.28 lakh. The meal plan is also included in the hostel fee. For a detailed NIT Jamshedpur BTech fee structure, candidates are advised to contact the admission department of the institute.

The given fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes. Hence, is indicative.

Admission to the BTech programme at NIT Jamshedpur is entirely competitive and is determined by students JEE Mains results. The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA)/Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) distributes seats for Undergraduate programmes through the Common Counselling procedure based on JEE Main results. There are 8 specialisations available in the BTech programme. Given below are the eligibility and selection criteria:

Eligibility: Class 12 with a minimum 75% aggregate

Selection Criteria: JEE Main + JoSAA/ CSAB Counselling

NIT Jamshedpur cutoff 2024 has been released across various specialisations in opening and closing ranks. NIT Jamshedpur BTech cutoff 2024 ranged between 7097 and 40194 and  for the General AI category candidates, wherein BTech in CSE is the most competitive course. The easiest BTech specialisation to secure admission in is B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. For a detailed NIT Jamshedpur branch-wise cutoff 2024, candidates can refer to the table below for the Round 1 cutoff. The cutoff mentioned below is for the General category under the AI Quota.  

Course	2024
B.Tech. (Hons.) in Civil Engineering	36760
B.Tech. (Hons.) in Computer Science and Engineering	7097
B.Tech. (Hons.) in Electronics and Communication Engineering	11377
B.Tech. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering	25865
B.Tech.4 (Hons.) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering	40194
B.Tech. (Hons.) in Production Engineering	36069
B.Tech. in Engineering and Computational Mechanics	15063
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering	16277

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of the pros and cons of pursuing M.Sc. at NIT Jamshedpur:

Pros:

* Excellent faculty: Faculty members are helpful, and their teaching quality is good. Most professors hold a Post-Doc degree in their respective subjects and are well-qualified.
* Research-oriented curriculum: The course design focuses on preparing students for higher studies (Ph.D.) and research, making it ideal for those interested in pursuing advanced degrees.
* Good infrastructure: The campus offers modern facilities such as air-conditioned classrooms, libraries with Wi-Fi, and single-occupancy hostels with amenities like lifts, Wi-Fi, and furniture.
* Decent placements: Although the placement record might not be exceptional, students receive decent offers from companies like EdTech, Physics Wallah, and others, with average packages ranging from INR6-12 Lacs per annum.
* Festivals and extracurricular activities: The college hosts various festivals and has multiple societies for extracurricular activities, providing opportunities for students to develop their interests outside academics.

Cons:

* Limited industry connections: As mentioned by several students, the college receives mostly educational background companies, and industrial background companies rarely visit the campus.
* No placements in Chemistry department: Unfortunately, the college doesn't seem to focus on recruitment in the Chemistry department, resulting in limited placement opportunities for students in this field.
* High competition: With over 90% of students getting placed from the college, competition for limited slots can be intense.
* Average hostel food: Students reported that the hostel food was not great, especially for North Indians who had to adapt to the local cuisine.

In conclusion, while NIT Jamshedpur's M.Sc. programme has its strengths, such as excellent faculty and infrastructure, it may not be the best fit for everyone due to limitations in industry connections and placements. However, for those interested in pursuing higher studies or research, it could be a suitable option.

In 2024, CSE was the most competitive specialisation. The rank for BTech CSE in Round 5 was 7944. Analysing the NIT Jamshedpur CSE cutoff 2024 with the last two years, BTech in CSE has shown a fluctuating trend in its Round 5 closing ranks.  Looking at the past three-year trend, the rank is ranging between 7944 and 9277. Aspirants securing rank between 7000 and 9000 have a chance of getting admission in the CSE course.

To get admission to various courses offered at NIT Jamshedpur, candidates need to qualify for the basic eligibility criteria along with national-level entrance exams. BTech is the flagship course of NIT Jamshedpur. BTech programme admission at NIT Jamshedpur is available through JEE Main, followed by JoSAA and CSAB Counselling. Tabulated below is the closing rank for various BTech specialisations:

Course	R5
BTech (Hons) in Civil Engineering	40903
BTech (Hons) in Computer Science and Engineering	7944
BTech (Hons) in Electronics and Communication Engineering	13080
BTech (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering	29147

NIT Jamshedpur specifies the minimum aggregate and qualification required to apply for a course. The basic eligibility for UG coures is Class 12 whereas graduation is required for PG programmes. Below is course-wise NIT Jamshedpur eligibility criteria:

Courses	Common Eligibility
BTech	Class 12 with a minimum 75% aggregate
MTech	Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA (55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ ST) and BTech in relevant discipline
MCA	BSc/ BSc (Hons)/ BCA of a minimum of 3 years with Mathematics/ Statistics or equivalent subjects with at least 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA (55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA)
MSc	BSc in relevant discipline with at least 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA (55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ ST)
PhD	Master's Degree in a relevant branch of Engineering/ Technology wth at least 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA

Candidates preparing for IITs are only required to appear for the JEE Advanced entrance exam after qualifying JEE Main. Students who who secure above the 98th percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 2 should start preparing for JEE Advanced 2025 immediately. Those who score between 95th and 98th percentile should focus on improving their JEE Main score by taking multiple mock tests and practicing previous year's question papers. By analysing their strengths and weaknesses, candidates can identify their areas of proficiency and topics where they need improvement. If they can achieve full marks in their practice sessions, they can start preparing for JEE Advanced. However, if they cannot score full marks, it is recommended that they appear for multiple mock test series for more practice.