Tier 1 — Elite GFTIs (Closing Rank Below 15,427)
These elite GFTIs — Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur and International Institute of Information Technology, Naya Raipur — offer Computer Science & Software Engineering (Female-only (including Supernumerary)) accessible only to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks at or below 15,427. Competition here is among the most intense in Indian engineering admissions. Notably, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur shows an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.