Will the Closing Rank of NITs Change This Year Due to the JEE Advanced Results?

Every year, the number of students who perform exceptionally well in the Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced) but struggle in the mains often seeks admission through National Institutes of Technology (NITs). This year, despite some unexpected results in JEE Mains, the closing ranks of NITs may see a slight shift, but not drastically, based on the previous trend and historical data.

Understanding the Impact of JEE Result Variability

While the JEE Mains score carries significant weight in the selection process for NITs, an unexpected cut-off in JEE Mains or JEE Advanced can lead to surprising outcomes. Historically, the closing ranks for NITs and IITs follow a predictable trend, often decreasing by an average of 500 ranks annually. This year, multiple factors indicate that the closing ranks for NITs may experience a reduction, particularly in the range of 5000 to 10000 ranks.

Factors Influencing the Closing Rank of NITs

The significant change in the JEE Mains result criteria this year, with the elimination of board marks for ranking, has led to a larger overlap in top rankings with those of JEE Advanced. This means that many high-rankers of JEE Mains will opt for IIT courses, thereby reducing the available pool of students for NITs. However, this does not imply a drastic change in closing ranks. Historically, such changes have been modest, adhering to a gradual and consistent trend over the years.

Considering the typical cut-off trends and the increased number of seats in NITs, the closing ranks are expected to drop by approximately 500 ranks for the general category. The last candidate of an IIT may have a rank around 11000, potentially spot-filling slots for students with higher ranks. Additionally, the psychological impact on candidates cannot be ignored. Freshers in the range of 5000 to 10000 ranks, previously having high expectations, may experience a significant drop in their perceived reality, leading to more students dropping their studies and opting for NITs.

Therefore, while the closing ranks may show a small dip, the change is unlikely to be drastic. Students with a rank around 7000 have a good chance of getting into a college with a previous closing rank of 6000, showcasing the trend's consistency from the Air 1 to Air 3000 range. However, the range of 5000 to 9000 may see more surprises, with a higher chance of students getting into better colleges than their expected previous year ranks.

Conclusion: The JEE process remains unpredictable every year, and while the closing ranks of NITs may see a modest change, it will follow the established trend. Realistic expectations, backed by previous year data, can help students navigate the competitive landscape more effectively.

Keywords: closed rank, JEE Advanced results, NIT rankings