Hello aspirant,

Given your situation, here’s how you can approach the counseling processes:

1. COMEDK Counseling

• Chances : With a COMEDK rank of 37099, you may have a chance to secure seats in some of the decent engineering colleges in Karnataka, though top branches like CSE might be tough to get in the most sought-after colleges.
• Process :
  • Register for COMEDK counseling.
  • Participate in the choice filling and locking process.
  • Keep a mix of colleges and branches in your preference list, focusing on those where your rank has a higher chance of securing admission.
• Why Apply? : Since your COMEDK rank is relatively better compared to your JEE Main rank, applying here could be beneficial.

2. CSAB Counseling (for JEE Main Rank)

• Chances : With a JEE Main rank of 176225, getting into top NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs might be challenging, especially for CSE. However, you might still secure a seat in lower-tier GFTIs or less preferred branches.
• Process :
  • Register for CSAB Special Rounds after the JoSAA rounds are completed.
  • Fill in choices wisely, focusing on lower-tier institutes or branches that are less competitive.
• Why Apply? : It's worth applying since the CSAB rounds can sometimes result in seats opening up due to dropouts or changes in preferences.

3. AKTU Counseling (for Uttar Pradesh Technical University)

• Chances : Based on your JEE Main rank, you might have a chance to secure a seat in colleges under AKTU, though it might not be in the top branches or colleges.
• Process :
  • Participate in the UPSEE/AKTU counseling, where you can use your JEE Main rank for seat allocation.
• Why Apply? : If you are a resident of Uttar Pradesh or prefer colleges in the state, AKTU counseling could be a good backup option.

Should You Participate in More Than One Counseling?

• Recommendation : Yes, participating in multiple counseling processes increases your chances of getting a seat in a college and branch that aligns with your preferences. You can always choose the best option available after the counseling results.
• Strategy :
  • COMEDK : Prioritize this if you are interested in colleges in Karnataka.
  • CSAB : Use this as a backup for any possible seats in NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs.
  • AKTU : Keep this as an additional backup, especially if you prefer staying in Uttar Pradesh.

How to Proceed:

1. Register for all the counseling processes you are eligible for.
2. Fill Choices based on your preference, starting with the best possible option and then listing down to your backup choices.
3. Monitor the Rounds : Keep track of the seat allocation rounds, and be prepared to make decisions quickly.
4. Be Ready with Documents : Ensure all your documents are ready for verification during the counseling process.

By participating in multiple counseling processes, you maximize your chances of securing a seat in a decent college without taking a drop.

Hope it helps !