How to apply for NRI quota in engineering colleges in India?

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Author: Roshan Salim      Post Date: 23 Mar 2023        
The process for applying to engineering colleges in India for NRI (Non-Resident Indian) quota is similar to the regular admission process, with some additional requirements and documentation.

Here are the steps to apply for NRI quota in engineering colleges in India:

1. Explore & Research the colleges and their admission policies: Reach out (online/offline) the colleges that offer NRI quota in their engineering programs and understand their admission procedures and policies. Check the eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and required documents. There can be differences in admission procedure in self-financing and aided colleges.

2. Entrance Examination Registration: If the engineering college requires an entrance examination, register for it and take the test. Most engineering colleges in India accept the JEE Main and Advanced exams, as well as state-level entrance exams like KEAM Entrance Exam in Kerala.

3. Apply online: Many engineering colleges in India have online application portals. NRI can visit the website of the college you wish to apply to and fill in the online application form. Make sure to select the NRI quota option and upload the required documents.

4. Submit Required Documents: The required documents for NRI quota may vary from college to college, but typically includes:
a) A copy of the passport.
b) NRI status certificate.
c) Proof of education: Academic certificates or equivalency certificate recognised by Indian system of examination,
d) Some colleges may also require a sponsorship letter from an NRI sponsor. The applicant may need to have blood relation with the sponsor in some colleges.
e) The applicant may need to have an Indian Guardian in some colleges
f) The age of the applicant must be 17 and above.
g) Income proof of parent
h) Employment proof of parent
i) Identity proof of both applicant and parent.

5. Application Fee: Pay the application fee through the online payment portal or as specified by the college. For aided colleges in India, there will not be any donations. But for self-financing colleges, the management may ask for donation. So if you are having good academic track record, choosing aided colleges can save your penny.

6. Wait for the Admission Offer: After submitting the application and required documents, wait for the college to review your application and make an admission offer.

It's important to note that NRI quota in engineering colleges in India is limited and highly competitive. Therefore, it's recommended to start the application process early and apply to multiple colleges to increase the chances of admission.

Top 10 colleges in India who are offering NRI quota in their institution are as follows.
1. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
2. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay
3. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
4. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur
5. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur
6. National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy
7. Delhi Technological University (DTU)
8. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee
9. Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani
10. National Institute of Technology (NIT) Surathkal
Author: DR.N.V. Srinivasa Rao      Post Date: 24 Mar 2023        
There are many public and private engineering colleges in India. These colleges will have some seats reserved for NRIs. Generally, the application process will be the same as that of Indian students. But there may be a requirement for some additional documents to be submitted with your application. All colleges will release notifications for applications for admissions. One has to go through such notifications. Please remember that the application process may vary from college to college and you have to follow the procedure mentioned by the college in their notification.

The following are the steps generally one has to follow for applying for admission to an Engineering college in India.
1. Find out the colleges that are suitable for the candidate by going through the websites of the colleges or by referring to the college section of Indiastudychannel.

2. See the eligibility criteria for admission to the colleges selected and once it is confirmed that you are eligible, check whether that particular college is having any special procedure for admission under the NRI quota.
3. Get all the required documents that are to be uploaded with the application for admission and upload them in your system and keep them ready to apply.
4. Apply as per the specified procedure for admission to the college you have selected and upload all the documents. If any fee is to be paid as an application fee pay the same and attach a copy of the payment proof to your application. Take a hard copy of your application and keep it for your records.
5. Some colleges may ask for the submission of a hard copy also with copies of all certificates and a copy of the payment proof. Follow the same and send a copy of your application to them by post or courier as mentioned.
6. Wait for the reply from the college.
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