Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main:
Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), it is the gateway for admission to various engineering colleges across India, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs).
JEE Advanced:
After clearing the JEE Main, students can appear for JEE Advanced for admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test):
Conducted by BITS Pilani, BITSAT is for admission to integrated first-degree programs offered at BITS campuses in Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad.
VITEEE (Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam):
Conducted by Vellore Institute of Technology, VITEEE is for admission to engineering programs offered by the university.
State-Level Entrance Exams:
Each state conducts its own engineering entrance exams for admission to state engineering colleges. Examples include MHT CET (Maharashtra), WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination), and KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical).
MH-CET Exam
The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MH CET) for engineering is an entrance exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to various undergraduate engineering courses in colleges across Maharashtra. The exam typically covers subjects like Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. You can find more details, including exam pattern, syllabus, and eligibility criteria, on the official website of the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.
Exam Pattern:
The exam usually consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Subjects covered include Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. The number of questions and marks distribution may vary each year. There might be negative marking for incorrect answers.
Syllabus:
Mathematics: Topics include Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Calculus, etc.
Physics: Covers Mechanics, Heat and Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Optics, etc.
Chemistry: Includes Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, etc.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. Minimum aggregate marks in the qualifying examination may be required.
Application Process:
Candidates need to apply online through the official website of the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.
They have to fill out the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
Admit Card:
Admit cards are usually available for download from the official website.
Candidates need to carry the admit card to the exam center along with a valid ID proof.
Important Dates
The exam date, application deadline, admit card release date, result declaration, and counseling schedule are announced on the official website.