B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering 

at SVNIT Surat, Surat

No, it is not possible to get admission to BTech in SVNIT Surat without appearing for JEE Main. The Joint Entrance Examination JEE Main is a mandatory entrance examination for admission to undergraduate engineering programs (BTech) at the National Institutes of Technology (NITs) including SVNIT Surat, Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other participating institutes. The admission to SVNIT Surat is done through a centralized counselling process conducted by the JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) based on the JEE Main rank and the preference of the candidates. So, it is essential to qualify in JEE Main to be eligible for admission to BTech at SVNIT Surat.

Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology offers entrance exam-based admission to all the UG, PG, and doctoral courses. Candidates, who have completed their last qualifying examination with a minimum eligibility aggregate set by the institute, can apply for admission. However, the final selection of candidates is based on entrance exam scores i.e., JEE Mains for BTech. Step -wise IIT JEE admission process is explained below: Application Process JEE Mains Form 2023 

Open the official website. 
Click on the “JEE Main 2023 Registration” link. 
Fill in the required details and click on the “Submit” button to complete the registration. After the completion of JEE Main registration process, candidates will receive an email and message in their registered email ID and mobile phone number with details of the application form number and password. Candidates will need to keep safe/save the details of registration. 
After completion of registration, candidates will be redirected to the page for filling out the detailed application form. In this step, candidates have to provide details of educational qualifications, parents' details, address of communication and permanent address, and exam centre preference.
 Upload scanned images of passport-size photographs and signature.
Pay the application fee.
The application form will be automatically submitted after successfully paying the application fees. Candidates need to download the filled application form and take its printout. It is advised that candidates keep safe the print copy of the application form until the completion of the admission process.
Selection/ Shortlisting of candidates

All the candidates seeking admission to all the courses is entrance exam-based. Scores of national/state-level exams like JEE Main, GATE, and UGC NET are considered for admission to various courses.

Payment of Admission Fee & Admission Confirmation

Candidates selected for various courses need to pay the course's admission fee to confirm their admission.

Class 12 in the Science stream with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational Subject is the basic eligibility for BTech offered at SVNIT Surat.

SVNIT Surat BTech cutoff 2023 for Electronics & Communication Engineering was 5533 for OBC category. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in JEE Main, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. It also varies if the applicant is a female.

SVNIT Surat offers BTech in six specialisations: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering. Institute also offers B.Tech. students to opt for Minor Degree in all the above disciplines of their choice based on CGPA at the end of B.Tech. first year.

SNVIT Surat BTech admission is based on the entrance exam. Candidates who want admission must first meet the basic criteria for eligibility and then take the entrance exam. SNVIT Surat BTech admissions are based on JEE Main scores, followed by JoSAA counselling. Candidates must secure a 75% or above percentile to get admission to BTech courses offered by SNVIT Surat. The basic eligibility criteria to get admission to SNVIT Surat is to pass Class 12 with a 75% aggregate in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or Biology or Biotechnology or Technical Vocational Subject.

No, you cannot get admission to SVNIT Surat for BTech programme if you don't clear JEE Main. SVNIT BTech College level seats are allocated through JEE Main counselling via Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) based on the rank and preference of candidates. So it is an essential condition for eligibility to qualify JEE Main. It is mandatory that you score well in JEE Main, to apply for the BTech Programme of SVNIT Surat.

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. 

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of what current students and alumni think:

* Pros: SVNIT Surat has a good infrastructure, with well-maintained labs, libraries, and hostels. The campus is vast, with plenty of green spaces. The college has a strong culture of extra-curricular activities, with numerous clubs and societies. Students praise the faculty, saying they are helpful and knowledgeable.
* Cons: Placement rates for B.Sc. students are relatively low, with only around 40% of students being placed in companies or coaching institutes. Salaries are generally lower, ranging from 3-6 LPA. Some students express disappointment with the lack of industry exposure and limited job opportunities.
* Courses: The college offers a range of B.Sc. courses, including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students appreciate the variety of subjects and electives available.
* Events: SVNIT Surat hosts regular events, including the annual fest "Sparsh," which attracts participants from across the region. Students also participate in national-level competitions and quizzes.
* Infrastructure: The college has recently built new buildings and upgraded existing ones. Laboratories are equipped with modern instruments, and classrooms are air-conditioned.
* Food and accommodations: Students rave about the quality of food in the hostel mess, particularly the women's hostel. Hostel rooms are comfortable, with single-sharing accommodation available.
* Teaching quality: While some teachers are praised for their effectiveness, others are criticized for being unhelpful or lacking industry experience.
* Scholarships: The college offers merit-based and need-based scholarships to eligible students.

Overall, while SVNIT Surat has its strengths, students seeking B.Sc. degrees may want to weigh the pros and cons carefully before making a decision.

Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat admission to its cousres is entrance based followed by counselling for its flagship cousres. Candidates who qualifies the eligibility criteria as per the institutions admission guidelines are eligible for the for SVNIT Surat. Tabulted below are NIT Surat cousres along with their eligibility and selection criteria:

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
BTech	Class 12 in the Science stream with Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational Subject	JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling
MTech	BTech/ B.Arch or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA	GATE
Integrated MSc	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects	JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling
PhD	Master's degree	UGC NET/ GATE