Tue Nov 19 09:22:33 UTC 2024: ## JEE Advanced Exam Eligibility Criteria Reversed: Thousands of Aspirants Disappointed

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have once again revised the eligibility criteria for the JEE-Advanced exam, leaving thousands of aspirants disappointed. IIT Kanpur, the organizing body, initially increased the number of allowed attempts from two to three. However, this decision has been reversed following a meeting of the Joint Admission Board. A press release issued on Monday confirmed that the number of attempts has been reduced back to two.

This reversal comes as a significant setback for many students, particularly those who had applied for JEE-Main after IIT Kanpur’s initial announcement allowing three attempts. Many had begun preparing for IIT entrance exams based on the increased number of opportunities. The decision to revert to two attempts is likely due to concerns about setting a precedent for future years.

Furthermore, the eligibility for students who passed their 12th-grade exams in 2023 has been revoked. These students were initially allowed to appear for the exam, leading to a surge in applications. The change in eligibility, along with the reduction in allowed attempts, dashed the hopes of many aspiring IIT students. The decision has been met with widespread disappointment among students who had renewed their hopes based on the previous announcement.

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