​The JEE Advanced 2025 examination remains one of India’s most competitive academic challenges. Recent data indicates that only 1 in 10 candidates secure a seat in the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling process. ​

📊 Key Statistics for JEE Advanced 2025

• Total JEE Main 2025 Candidates: Approximately 14.75 lakh students appeared for the exam.

• Eligible for JEE Advanced 2025: The top 2.5 lakh rank holders from JEE Main qualified to appear for JEE Advanced.

• Available IIT Seats: Around 17,760 seats are available across the 23 IITs.

• Success Rate: With these numbers, the success rate for securing an IIT seat stands at roughly 7%, highlighting the intense competition.

📝 Eligibility Criteria for IIT Admissions

To be considered for admission into IITs, candidates must:

1. Qualify JEE Advanced 2025: Only those who clear this examination are eligible.

2. Meet Academic Requirements: Achieve either a minimum of 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards. This criterion, which was temporarily relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been reinstated for the 2025 admissions cycle.

🗓️ Important Dates

• JEE Advanced 2025 Exam Date: Scheduled for May 18, 2025.

• Registration Opens: Candidates can register from April 23, 2025, on the official website: jeeadv.ac.in. 

🧭 Navigating JoSAA Counselling

The JoSAA counselling process is pivotal for seat allocation in IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Given the limited number of seats and high competition, it’s crucial for candidates to:

​Prioritize Choices Wisely: List preferred courses and institutes based on personal interest and rank.

• Stay Informed: Regularly check official announcements and adhere to deadlines.

• Consider Alternatives: Explore opportunities in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, which also offer quality education and excellent career prospects.​

If you need assistance with predicting your college admission chances based on your JEE Main rank or have questions about the counselling process, feel free to ask!