The JoSAA counselling process for BTech Admission 2025 is underway, and the preferences of the top scorers in JEE Advanced have once again reaffirmed the dominance of IIT Bombay as India’s most preferred engineering institute.

In the first round of JoSAA counselling 2025, a staggering 73 out of the top 100 JEE Advanced rank holders selected IIT Bombay as their first choice, clearly highlighting the institute’s unmatched appeal among India’s brightest engineering aspirants.

🔷 IIT Bombay Tops the Charts Again

The data confirms that IIT Bombay remains a dream destination for JEE toppers, especially for those aiming to pursue Computer Science Engineering (CSE). The branch is widely known for offering cutting-edge learning, access to premier tech labs, global research collaborations, and unmatched placement records.

• Why IIT Bombay?
  Apart from academic excellence, the institute offers:

  • Strong startup ecosystem

  • Modern campus and infrastructure

  • High-paying placement opportunities

  • Research exposure and international tie-ups

🔷 IIT Delhi, IIT Madras Also Among Top Choices

While IIT Bombay leads, other prestigious IITs also found favour among top rankers:

• 22 students from the Top 100 chose IIT Delhi.

• A smaller yet significant number opted for IIT Madras.

These institutions continue to shine due to their robust faculty, global exposure, and advanced research infrastructure.

🔷 More Than 100 Institutes Under JoSAA 2025

Through JoSAA, students can seek admission to over 100 participating institutes, including:

• 23 IITs

• 32 NITs

• 26 IIITs

• 33 GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)

However, top-performing candidates often prioritize IITs for their comprehensive academic environment and proven career outcomes.

📈 What Makes IIT Bombay the Top Pick?

Experts believe that IIT Bombay’s:

• Culture of innovation

• Industry partnerships

• Impressive international rankings

• Urban campus life in Mumbai
  …contribute significantly to its growing popularity.

✅ What’s Next in JoSAA 2025?

With the first round complete, the upcoming rounds will provide deeper insights into shifting trends among mid and low-rank candidates. Yet, for now, it’s clear that IIT Bombay continues to rule the charts when it comes to BTech aspirations of India’s top minds.

📊 JoSAA 2025 Round 1: Branch-Wise Cutoff Analysis

🏫 IITs – Computer Science Engineering (CSE)

• IIT Bombay remained the top choice among top rankers. Opening rank: ~1 | Closing rank: ~60 (General).

• IIT Delhi: Closed around rank 120.

• IIT Madras, Kanpur, Hyderabad, and Roorkee also had closing ranks for CSE within the range of 150–700 (General).

• Reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Female) had lower cutoffs, but IIT Bombay remained the most preferred.

🏛️ Top NITs – CSE Cutoffs (General – Home State)

• NIT Trichy: Opening – 559 | Closing – 4463

• NIT Warangal: Opening – 1166 | Closing – 3386

• NIT Surathkal: Opening – 1050 | Closing – 2726

• NIT Calicut: Opening – 2998 | Closing – 7971

For Open State quota, closing ranks were higher due to seat distribution limits.

🛠️ Other Popular Branches at NITs (General – Home State)

• Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE): 10,000–20,000

• Electrical Engineering: 12,000–30,000

• Mechanical Engineering: 15,000–40,000

• Civil Engineering: 20,000–60,000 (depending on institute)

✅ Overall Summary Table

Conclusion: As JoSAA 2025 progresses, all eyes are on how preferences evolve in further rounds. But this year’s early numbers once again confirm one thing – IIT Bombay remains the undisputed top choice for India’s top JEE rankers.

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