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Asked by Anonymous - Aug 27, 2026
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Sir I took admission to uvce cse after kcet round 2 results. Should I take part in round 3 of kcet now? I missed cse at bmsce by 335 ranks (general merit category) Will my original documents be given back? They also made us enter our details in the college ledger of uvce which was part of the admission process. I am also scared because of the huge seat intake of bmsce.Should I stay with uvce or is bmsce worth applying for next round ? Where do I have better placements guaranteed?
Ans: It is better to stay with UVCE CSE. You might be ineligible for KCET Round 3 after taking admission. UVCE offers better ROI, lower fees, and strong CSE placements; BMSCE’s higher intake doesn’t guarantee better outcomes. Over the next four years, focus on continuously strengthening your technical and non-technical skills, building a strong project and internship profile, and developing a professional network through LinkedIn with college faculty, seniors, alumni and professionals in your areas of interest. Also, keep yourself updated with evolving industry and job-market trends so that you can plan and prepare effectively for campus placements by the time you reach your final year. All The Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Aug 25, 2026

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**Question for Rediff Guru: Guidance for Becoming a Commercial Pilot** My nephew is from Hyderabad and has a strong interest in becoming a commercial airline pilot. He is currently completing his B.Tech in Computer Science and is also in the process of clearing a few academic backlogs. We would like to understand the correct pathway for him from this stage. Could you please guide us on the following: 1. **Eligibility:** Can he pursue commercial pilot training while completing/after completing his B.Tech and clearing his backlogs? 2. **Medical tests:** What medical examinations should he complete **before spending money on any aviation training**? Should he first undergo a DGCA Class 2 medical and then Class 1 medical? Are there any specific tests for eyesight, colour vision, hearing, BMI, ECG, etc. that we should be particularly concerned about? 3. **Entrance/exams:** What DGCA examinations such as **DGCA CPL papers, EASA/FAA exams**, or other tests would he need to take? 4. **Training pathway:** Since we are based in Hyderabad, would you recommend starting flight training in India or going abroad? 5. **Best flight schools:** Which are the **best and most reliable flying schools in India** for CPL training? We are particularly interested in schools with good safety records, aircraft availability, experienced instructors and a good track record of students completing training on time. 6. **Training abroad:** Would you recommend countries such as the **USA, Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa** for his CPL training? What are the advantages and disadvantages compared with India? 7. **Airline career:** If the ultimate goal is to become an airline pilot with airlines such as IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, etc., which training route would give him the best prospects? 8. **Cost and duration:** What would be a realistic **total budget and timeframe**, including flight training, accommodation, exams, medicals, DGCA conversion/licensing, type rating and other expenses? 9. **B.Tech decision:** Since he is already pursuing B.Tech CSE, should he **complete the degree first**, or would it make sense to start pilot training alongside/after clearing his backlogs? 10. **Risks:** What are the major mistakes families should avoid when selecting a flying school or paying a large amount upfront? We would especially appreciate a **step-by-step roadmap from Hyderabad**, starting with the medical assessment and academic requirements and ending with obtaining a CPL and becoming eligible for an airline pilot job. If possible, please also suggest **2–3 flying schools in India and 2–3 overseas options** that you would personally shortlist for a student from Hyderabad, along with the approximate cost and expected training duration.
Ans: Too many queries are embedded in a single question. The sequence is unclear. Please ask no more than one or two queries in a single question so a proper reply can be provided.

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