I scored [X] percentile in JEE Main. Which colleges can I expect to get into for B.Tech Computer Science (General Category)?

Predicting exact college admissions based on percentile is challenging as it depends on your All India Rank (AIR), the specific cutoffs for that year (which vary), your category, home state quota, and choices filled during counselling. However, here's a general guideline for Computer Science (CSE) for the General Category:

• 99.5+ Percentile: You have a strong chance for CSE in top NITs (Trichy, Warangal, Surathkal, Allahabad, Calicut, Rourkela) and top IIITs (Hyderabad, Bangalore, Allahabad).
• 98.5 - 99.4 Percentile: Good chances for CSE in other well-regarded NITs, newer IIITs, and some GFTIs. You might also get CSE in mid-tier NITs or other branches in top NITs.
• 97 - 98.4 Percentile: You may get CSE in newer NITs, some good GFTIs, or other branches in mid-tier NITs. Competition for CSE is very high.
• 95 - 96.9 Percentile: Getting CSE in NITs becomes difficult for the general category. You might find opportunities in some newer IIITs, GFTIs, or through state counselling in state government colleges.
• Below 95 Percentile: CSE in NITs/IIITs is highly unlikely for the general category. Explore options in private universities, state engineering colleges (based on JEE Main scores if applicable), or consider other branches.
• Actionable Insight: Use your percentile to get an expected rank range (many online tools provide this). Then, meticulously check the previous year's opening and closing ranks for CSE in various colleges on the JoSAA website during the counselling process. Be flexible with your choices.