How to Get Admission in IIT Through JEE Advanced?

Complete Roadmap to Getting Admission in IIT Through JEE Advanced

Admission into the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) is a dream for millions of students in India. IITs are world-renowned for their academic excellence, rigorous curriculum, and career opportunities. However, securing a seat isn’t just about cracking a tough exam—it’s a multi-step journey, and each stage is crucial.

Here’s a complete guide to how you can get admission into IITs through the JEE Advanced route.

Step-by-Step Admission Process

1. Qualify JEE Main First

• Appear in JEE Main
• Rank within the top 2.5 lakh candidates (category-wise)
• Satisfy percentile and age criteria

The cutoffs are published every year on the NTA website after JEE Main results.

2. Register for JEE Advanced

• Eligible candidates must register online on the official JEE Advanced portal.
• Registration usually takes place within 7–10 days after JEE Main results.
• You’ll receive your admit card after successful registration and payment of the exam fee.

3. Appear for Both Papers of JEE Advanced

• JEE Advanced consists of Paper 1 and Paper 2 (both are compulsory).
• Conducted on a single day.
• Questions test analytical thinking, concept application, and problem-solving.

You’ll need an excellent command of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics to score well.

4. Check Your JEE Advanced Result

• Results are published on the official site (jeeadv.ac.in).
• You receive an All India Rank (AIR) and category rank.
• The result also shows subject-wise marks and overall score.

5. Participate in JoSAA Counseling

This is where IIT admission officially begins.

• JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) handles the centralized counseling for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
• You’ll fill in your choices of IITs and branches based on your AIR.
• There are typically 6–7 rounds of counseling.
• Seat allotment is based on:
  • JEE Advanced AIR
  • Category
  • Seat availability
  • Branch preferences

IIT Seat Matrix (Example)

Exact numbers vary each year. JoSAA publishes an official seat matrix before counseling begins.

After JoSAA: Reporting and Admission

• Once allotted, you need to report online/offline, upload documents, and pay seat acceptance fees.
• After final allotment, physical reporting is done at the allotted IIT campus for admission confirmation.

Documents Required for Admission

• JEE Advanced Admit Card
• JEE Advanced Rank Card
• Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-sized Photographs
• Photo ID proof