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Question by Dhanish - May 07, 2026Hindi

Hello sir I got rank 5098 in SRMJEEE Phase 1. Due to financial issues, I may not be able to join the SRM KTR campus. However, for now, I am thinking of blocking a seat in the SRM Vadapalani campus in a lower-fee branch. To book the seat, we have to pay 10 thousand (non-refundable) for choice filling, which is today itself and pay ₹1 lakh (refundable) during counselling, which is in a week. I also saw on the SRMJEEE portal that the full fee has to be paid by the end of this month, which is before the Phase 2 exam. I am planning to appear for the Phase 2 exam as well. If I get a scholarship in Phase 2, I would like to shift to the SRM KTR campus or to a better branch in the same campus. In that case, will the amount paid during Phase 1 counselling (₹1 lakh + any remaining fee paid) be adjusted, or will I have to pay the counselling fee and full fee again during Phase 2 counselling?

Ans: Usually, SRM adjusts the Rs 1 lakh counselling/tuition amount if you upgrade through Phase 2 within SRM itself, but the Rs 10,000 choice-filling fee is non-refundable. You should confirm the internal upgradation/refund policy directly with SRM admissions before paying the full fee. However, it is highly recommended to speak in person with the SRM administrative officer for more and exact details. Don't rely on the website information (as it may be old or not updated).

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Question by Harshada - May 07, 2026Hindi

May I apply for hsc private candidate with physics, chemistry,maths, biology, english after passing 12th

Ans: Your question is unclear. Yes, you can apply as a private candidate for the mentioned subjects through your state board.

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Question by Gori - May 07, 2026Hindi

Hi my daughters jee rank is 199211 in general category. I saw a app which was predicting college over jee rank , it suggested NIT srinagar CSE. I wanted to confirm it from you - can she get CSE in NIT Srinagar at this rank. Kindly confirm if she can get CSE in North East nits

Ans: Not CSE, but there is a chance of admission to a lower branch at NIT Srinagar or to core branches at some North-East NITs like NIT Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, or Meghalaya through CSAB special rounds. However, it is recommended to check the previous years' CSE cutoffs at NIT Srinagar on the official website for more clarity. The cutoff varies year by year, but not by too much, as you are expecting.

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Question by Harshada - May 07, 2026Hindi

Hi I am Harshada ingale from Maharashtra Now I passed 12th but I have pcb but I add maths.so how I add maths subject One doubt like : may I apply as private candidate to hsc board with all subject pcmb

Ans: Yes, you can apply as a private candidate to the HSC board for Mathematics and appear with PCMB eligibility, subject to the state board’s rules.

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Question by Mahabharat - May 07, 2026Hindi

Tezpur University CSE vs NIT DGP Biotechnology vs IIEST Shibpur Metallurgy and Material Science Engineering vs IIEST Civil Engineering I would like to be at IT jobs, but for environment and peers also a factor so dilemma, even interested in cs, not good environment would cause worse than any good

Ans: What is your interest that is not mentioned? Choosing a college and a branch without interest may create problems while learning. If your clear goal is IT/software jobs, then choose Tezpur University CSE first; otherwise, among the remaining options, prefer IIEST Shibpur Civil over Metallurgy, and keep NIT Durgapur Biotechnology last, because branch matters a lot for IT opportunities, and Biotech placements are relatively weak.

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Question by Yash - May 07, 2026Hindi

i have scored 91.01 percentile in jee mains can i get into PES(rr or dc) banglore? if no, then what are the best choises i can get with this im Gen-EWS and home state is rajasthan (138327 crl and 21164 category rank)

Ans: Chances of PES are slim/dim/nil. But you can try for lower branches with PES. Your better options include LNMIIT Jaipur (ECE/CCE), JIIT Noida, JECRC/Poornima Jaipur, MBM Jodhpur, and decent GFTIs through CSAB.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Hi, everyone i really need ur help... I passed my 10th in 2021. After that, I wasn’t able to clear 12th in 2023, 2024, and 2025, but I finally passed 12th in 2026 because I was in depression as my mom was really sick and i m the only child (elder) to take care of her and my father, we both were there to look after her from past two years we both are suffering from her condition so i wasnt be able to concentrate and focus on my studies tbh.I also appeared for jee in 2026 for the first time, but my percentile was not good (50%). I am planning to appear again in 2027, and I still have a valid attempt left. If I manage to get a good rank in JEE Main 2027, will I be eligible for admission in nit iiit or others or not? Will they give me admission in their college as someone told me even if u crack jee they will not give u any admission in their college. Will my multiple attempts in 12th or the gap years affect my admission in any way in nit iiit? Will it affect my placement in future? Please help i m really suffering from family issues and manymore from many year I need good job and college to stabilize my parents life !

Ans: Yes, if you qualify in JEE Main 2027 and meet the basic eligibility rules like age, number of attempts, and passing 12th, you can get admission to NITs, IIITs, and other colleges through centralized counseling. Having multiple attempts in 12th or taking gap years between 2021 and 2026 does not automatically stop you from getting admission. Colleges mainly check that you have passed 12th and meet the JEE cutoffs.

When it comes to job placements later, companies usually focus on your CGPA during your degree, projects, internships, coding skills, and communication—not on how many times you took 12th or any past gaps. You may need to explain any gap briefly in interviews in a positive and confident way. For now, focus on preparing well for JEE 2027, taking care of your mental health, and building a strong engineering profile. This will help you get into a good college and secure a stable job to support your parents. However, given your academic performance and background, it is highly important—and strongly advisable—to have 4–5 backup options rather than relying solely on JEE. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

Sir, My son got 99.79 percentile in jee main 1st attempt with Rank 3434. Open category. Any chance to get NIT Trichy for CS or AI ?

Ans: With a CRL rank of 3434 in the Open category, admission to NIT Trichy CSE is possible if you qualify under the Tamil Nadu home-state quota but is unlikely under the other-state quota. According to recent JoSAA data, the NIT Trichy CSE closing ranks typically range between 1,500 and 1,700 for other-state open candidates, while the home-state open category closes around 4,400 to 4,600 in later rounds. NIT Trichy usually does not offer a separate B.Tech in AI. AI-related studies are generally available through CSE electives or minors. If your son does not qualify under the home-state quota, consider targeting NIT Warangal, Surathkal, Calicut, or Allahabad for CSE or AI branches, IIIT Allahabad for IT, and IIIT Bangalore or Hyderabad if eligible. It is advisable to keep your JoSAA choices broad to maximize admission opportunities after your son has attempted JEE Advanced to consider IITs too. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Question by Gurneet - May 07, 2026Hindi

Hello Sir, my son has got 78.5 percentile in JEE mains and he is a PWD candidate. Can you suggest a good college where he can apply. Govt or private both. He is keen for ECE or EEE and based in Delhi NCR. We are open to explore any good college.

Ans: Gurneet Madam, With a 78.5 percentile, PwD category, and Delhi domicile, you should first try JAC Delhi. PwD cutoffs are often significantly lower than general category cutoffs; for example, the 2025 DTU Delhi-region PwD closing ranks for ECE reached up to 967,902 and for EE up to 592,591 in some rounds and categories. Therefore, admission to DTU/NSUT ECE, EE, or EP branches may be possible depending on your exact PwD subcategory and supporting documents. For JoSAA and CSAB, make sure to fill all NIT, IIIT, and GFTI choices for ECE, EEE, and EE branches, as CSAB special rounds often improve admission chances. The recommended priority order is DTU/NSUT ECE/EE first, followed by IGDTUW if the female category does not apply, then IIITs, GFTIs, and NITs through CSAB, next IPU colleges such as MAIT, MSIT, and BVCOE, and finally private NCR options like JIIT Noida, Shiv Nadar, Bennett, Galgotias, and NIET. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Question by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

I am an OBC-NCL candidate, In 12th Maharashtra HSC board exams, i scored 66% overall - 396/600 (322/500). I am looking into getting admission into government colleges (SPAs, NITs, etc) through JEE papar 2 b.arch and b.planning exam. Now, my problem is that JoSAA councilling requires atleast 75% in boards (from what i have read most commonly, although i am still a bit ambiguous about it), even if i did attempt an improvement exam, the results wont come until the councilling is over. Is admissions into SPA/NITs still possible?. Any kind of guidance is much appreciated

Ans: Admissions to NITs via JoSAA for B.Arch/B.Planning are not possible with your 66% in Class 12, even under the OBC-NCL category. JoSAA 2026 requires at least a 65% aggregate (or top 20 percentile in the Maharashtra HSC board) for OBC-NCL candidates applying to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, including B.Arch/B.Planning programs—your score falls short of this criterion. In contrast, SPAs (such as SPA Delhi, Vijayawada, and Bhopal) operate independently and admit candidates based on JEE Main Paper 2 scores plus a minimum of 50% aggregate in 10+2 (with at least 50% in PCM), as per Council of Architecture regulations. There is no 65% or 75% aggregate requirement. Only passing 12th grade with Mathematics is mandatory. Your 66% qualifies, but you should check the SPA brochures for OBC cutoff ranks, which typically hover around the 70-75 percentile for OBC candidates. Please note that improvement exam results will not help with JoSAA admissions since results are declared after counseling. Focus on targeting SPAs and aim for a high JEE Main Paper 2 score. Confirm the 2026 SPA eligibility criteria on their official websites. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

I am a 27 years old woman. I couldn't study further after my 12th due to some serious health issues. I was very good at academics during my school times. Now I want to continue my studies. And my health condition is better now. Which course should I pursue now? Can I write cuet ug?

Ans: Madam, Yes, you can appear for CUET UG 2026, as there is no age limit according to the NTA official bulletin. Passing or appearing in Class 12 is sufficient eligibility.

You can pursue a BA in Psychology, B.Com, or BSc in Nursing through CUET, which offers flexible entry into central universities like DU and JNU. These courses align well with health recovery and academic strengths.

Be sure to check individual university age policies. Additionally, consider IGNOU for open and distance learning options. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

My son got 99.60 percentile in jee mains 5700 rank general . Which college he will get cse

Ans: Congratulations... Let him appear in the JaSS. He will be getting the top IIITs OR NITs of his choice.

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Question by Prince - May 07, 2026Hindi

Hello sir, I want to ask you , i didn't qualify jee in my drop year but I clear kiit bhubaneswar, and got cse aiml branch. But I belong from a middle class and I don't have 16-17 lakh fee.so, Is loan is good for me for this college.?

Ans: Dear , KIIT University is now considered one of top pvt universities for technical education and it's placement record is also not that bad. Thousands despite desire don't get Streams of their choice. So you may go ahead.

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Question by Shubhakar - May 07, 2026Hindi

I've scored 73.96 percentile in JEE mains, SC category, 28507 category rank and 412998 CRL rank. What NITs, IIITs and IIITDMs or even GFITs could I get into through either JoSAA or CSAB counseling?

Ans: You may get lower-demand branches at newer/lower NITs (Agartala, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Srinagar), some GFTIs, and possibly a few IIITs/IIITDMs in CSAB special rounds, mainly in core branches or lower-demand ECE seats. As you may have to wait for several rounds, it is better to keep an alternative option as a backup.

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Question by Sreema - May 06, 2026Hindi

Which college is better MIT banglore cse or ece or VIT Andra Pradesh cse or exe

Ans: Sreema, the preference order can be MIT Bengaluru CSE > VIT-AP CSE > MIT Bengaluru ECE > VIT-AP ECE. MIT Bengaluru is newer than main MIT Manipal but benefits from the MAHE/Manipal brand, Bengaluru location, tech-company exposure, and official CSE/ECE programmes. VIT-AP has the wider VIT ecosystem and centralized placement support, but the AP campus is still less preferred than VIT Vellore/Chennai. If you want software/IT placements, choose CSE over ECE in both colleges. Choose ECE only with genuine interest in electronics, VLSI, embedded systems, and communication and willingness to build coding skills separately. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

My daughter got 92.71 percentile in jee mains with crl rank 113102 and ews rank 17129 maharashtra domicile. please suggest which nit can she get in cse branch or likewise

Ans: Dear , To predict the exact names of colleges without JaSS counselling is difficult. Her chances are fair in NIT , locations shouldn't be any issues as she would be staying in the hostel.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

My son got 98.34 in jee mains and 231 in bitsat 1 .He is interested in computer science.What are the best options for him? Which is the best elective if there is a choice?

Ans: Dear , Pl check with your son and see what does he prefer . CSE, AI ML, robotics , Data science are in trend . However Mechanical, Automobile, Renewal energy , Material Engg all are good . It all depends upon your son's efforts during and post Engg.

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Question by Pradeep - May 07, 2026Hindi

Sir, Is it worth to apply for thapar, LMNIT, Josaa or other colleges with JEE26 rank of 218696 under general category(85.9%ile), female? If yes, which core branches I may get. Pls advice,

Ans: Dear Pradeep ji , For female students the obvious choices today are CSE , AI and ML, Data Science, Robotics or Mechatronics. She can also opt for Architecture, Civil Designing etc. There are pvt colleges where she can get admission in case she Misses NIT.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

Sir,my son got seat at Material science and engineering ,IIT kanpur and ECE at IIIT bangalore.he interests in both branches as he studies well and develops the interest in it.he is good at math,physical and chemistry and love to study.by seeing curriculum ,he is good at both equally.he looks for higher salary and greater opportunities . Out of two options ,which one has promising as kanpur is prestigeous old college and IIIT Bangalore is good at ECE. which one has higher salary in next upcoming years.

Ans: Congratulations.. i will suggest He should opt for IIT Kanpur for his engg in his favourite stream Material Engg.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

Bteween IIITB CSE and Pits pillani,pillani CSE, which is preferable when i am more interested in placements with fat packages

Ans: Prefer CSE @ BITs Pilani because of its broader top-tier recruiter base, stronger alumni network, and consistently higher overall placement opportunities. The final decision will be yours.

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Question by bharti - May 06, 2026Hindi

Hello sir can bcom student pursue any bsc degree

Ans: Bharti, please provide more details to clarify your question. Are you currently pursuing a B.Com degree? If yes, which year are you in? Do you intend to pursue a B.Sc. degree simultaneously, or have you already completed your B.Com? What is your career goal? Your clarifications will help me provide a precise answer. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Question by Govind - May 06, 2026Hindi

My son secured 99.4965764 score in jeemain Ews category maharashtra state which college cse woi u predicted

Ans: Govind Sir, At the 99.4965764 percentile, your son’s likely CRL may be around 8,000–9,000, and EWS rank may be strong enough for good CSE options. The best predictions are that VNIT Nagpur CSE is possible to get under Maharashtra home-state EWS; 2024 HS EWS CSE closed around 1520. Also target NIT Bhopal, NIT Jalandhar, NIT Delhi, NIT Kurukshetra, NIT Surat, NIT Goa, and IIIT Pune/Nagpur/Surat/Vadodara CSE/AI. Fill JoSAA + CSAB fully. Keep COEP/VJTI/SPIT/PICT through the MHT-CET/JEE quota as strong backups. It is also advisable to make a final decision after your son has attempted the JEE Advanced exam. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Which top B Tech college My son can apply with 91.8 percentile in JEE main 2026 .kindly update the probability

Ans: Based on your score, admission to top NITs or IIITs for CSE/ECE is unlikely. You may consider applying to GFTIs, Assam University Silchar, Mizoram University, Gurukula Kangri, BIT Mesra off-campus (if available), and IIITs offering newer or less competitive branches and participate in all CSAB rounds. Additionally, keep 4-5 reputed private engineering colleges as backup options. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

My ward got a rank of 42218 AIR JEE. MAINS GENERAL category, Delhi Domicile.. kindly suggest should I go for NITs, IITs or NFSU

Ans: Based on your ward's score, prefer JAC Delhi over JoSAA/NFSU. In DTU 2025 Round 5, Delhi General closing ranks included Electrical 42,199, Mechanical 79,234, Chemical 55,917, and Civil 85,250, so DTU's lower/core branches are realistic. In NSUT, Delhi General ECE closed 32,842, but EE 57,483, ICE 72,920, and ME 86,822, so NSUT is also strong. IIIT-D is unlikely for General without a bonus, as cutoffs are much lower. Participate in all counselling processes (JoSAA/CSAB/JAC). Additionally, reviewing JoSAA/JAC opening and closing ranks from the past 2–3 years will provide valuable insights and help your son confidently select and fill his preferred & maximum number of choices. All the Best for Your Ward's Prosperous Future!

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I got 89.4 in JEE. Is it possible to get CSE or AI/ML at PES university (EC campus)?

Ans: Based on your score, CSE/AI-ML at PES Electronic City through the JEE quota is unlikely. Still, you must try. Have 4-5 other reputed private engineering colleges as backup options instead of relying only on PES-EC Campus. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Question by Bhaumik - May 07, 2026Hindi

Sir, my son got 16787 rank in JEE Mains, in which all NITs can he get Mechanical/Electrical/EEE ? Thanks

Ans: Your son has good chances for Mech/Elec/EEE in NITs like NIT Silchar / Hamirpur / Jalandhar / Raipur / Durgapur / Patna / Agartala / Srinagar / Goa / Puducherry / Meghalaya, and reasonable chances in some rounds at MANIT Bhopal, NIT Kurukshetra, or Surat for Mechanical/EEE.

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Thank you Sir for your prompt response, just one more query...if we shortlist only Mechanical, what are the chances in NIT Calicut, Jaipur, Allahabad and also his score in BITS Session-1 was 239 what are the chances for Mechanical in any of 3 BITS campuses...Thanks again

Ans: Mechanical in NIT Calicut/Jaipur/Allahabad is challenging in the General category, but may be possible in later rounds (ifs and buts) depending on home state/quota, while BITSAT 239 gives a fair chance for Mechanical @ BITS Hyderabad / Goa, but slim/dim with BITS Pilani.

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Question by Indu - May 06, 2026Hindi

Good evening sir my student has cleared jee this year but he cannot meet the requirement off 75 percent but he has also given up intermediate (upbt) exam so can he change its board during the councling of josaaa because in detail he has filled cbse

Ans: Yes, he can update his board details during JoSAA document verification by providing the UP Board marksheet and a "Migration Certificate" to prove he meets the 75% eligibility criteria.

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Question by Gudiya - May 06, 2026Hindi

i scored 79.33 percentile in jee mains 2026 and I got sc category rank 20624 and I have also home state quote of himachal pradesh and I want to get admission in nit Hamirpur so according to you can I get admission . I want to entry in nit Hamirpur only brach will not matter for me

Ans: Gudiya, you haven’t mentioned your gender, but based on your name, I assume you are a female candidate. Yes, admission to NIT Hamirpur is possible but not guaranteed. For SC home-state/female seats in 2024, the later JoSAA closing ranks for NIT Hamirpur were approximately 20,626 for Electrical, 23,850 for Engineering Physics, and between 24,137 and 26,318 for Materials Science, while ECE and CSE branches closed much earlier. Since your SC rank is 20,624, you are right on the borderline for Electrical and may have a better chance in Engineering Physics or Materials Science, especially in later rounds or through CSAB counselling. CSAB releases separate special round cutoffs, so be sure to fill in all your choices carefully. It is also advisable to consider backup options such as lower-preference branches at NIT Hamirpur, lower branches at NIT Jalandhar, Raipur, Patna, Agartala, and Meghalaya, IIIT Una (especially in ECE-related branches), and other GFTIs through CSAB. Additionally, keep Himachal Pradesh state and private college counselling options open as backups. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Regarding 75% board criteria for JEE I have doubt about the 75% criteria of boards for admission into IITs. My board gives a total of 600 marks but has only 5 subjects (so one subject is of total 200 marks) so my total percentage is 76.33 based on 458/600 BUT I read somewhere that they only consider half marks of that subject since it is out of 200 (they consider only 100 for it to be out of 500) and they scale it up or down depending. So like that I have 366/500 which makes it 73.2% But chatgpt mentioned the scaling is ONLY done for top 20 percentile calculations for making the cutoffs for every boards out of the same base (which is 500). Please explain to me whether I am eligible for IIT admission or not? Is the scaling only done for top 20 percentile calculations or for board percentage as well?

Ans: For the 75% aggregate criteria, JoSAA considers the marks exactly as provided on your marksheet for the top five subjects; since your five-subject total is 76.33%, you are eligible for IIT admission without any downward scaling. However, if you feel uncomfortable, then read the brochure published by NTA/JoSAA and read the eligibility criteria line by line for 100% suirity.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Hi, everyone i really need ur help... I passed my 10th in 2021. After that, I wasn’t able to clear 12th in 2023, 2024, and 2025, but I finally passed 12th in 2026 because I was in depression as my mom was really sick and i m the only child (elder) to take care of her and my father, we both were there to look after her from past two years we both are suffering from her condition so i wasnt be able to concentrate and focus on my studies tbh.I also appeared for jee in 2026 for the first time, but my percentile was not good (50%). I am planning to appear again in 2027, and I still have a valid attempt left. If I manage to get a good rank in JEE Main 2027, will I be eligible for admission in nit iiit or others or not? Will they give me admission in their college as someone told me even if u crack jee they will not give u any admission in their college. Will my multiple attempts in 12th or the gap years affect my admission in any way in nit iiit? Will it affect my placement in future? Please help i m really suffering from family issues and manymore from many year I need good job and college to stabilize my parents life !

Ans: Yes, if you qualify for JEE Main 2027 and meet the official eligibility rules, you can absolutely get admission in NITs/IIITs/GFTIs through JoSAA. Multiple 12th attempts or gap years generally do not stop admission, and most companies also care far more about your skills, CGPA, projects, and communication than your past academic gap.

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Sir I got 82000 rank in jee main and percentile 94.74. My home state is kerala, and want to opt for chemical/mech/civil engineering. If possible, what are the options at nit and all as I would prefer not.

Ans: You have chances for Civil/Chemical/Mechanical in NIT Calicut / Andhra / Puducherry / Meghalaya / Agartala / Sikkim, and several GFTIs, while state colleges like CET Trivandrum may offer better overall value and placements for core branches.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

My son has got 91.8 percentile in general category..JEE main 2026...What is the probability to get NIT and IIIT this Year Kindly update

Ans: Chances are moderate to low in top NITs / IIITs, but good chances exist in newer/lower NITs for core branches and in several IIITs for ECE, IT, or lower CS-related branches, depending on home state and counselling rounds.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

38789 JEE rank.. home state mp.. best college to get?? best branch??

Ans: Best practical options are MANIT Bhopal lower branches, SGSITS/UIT-RGPV tech-related branches through MP counselling, and some newer IIITs or GFTIs in ECE/IT-type branches, depending on category and round movement.

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Asked on - May 07, 2026 | Answered on May 07, 2026

General category

Ans: Your best options are SGSITS / IET DAVV in tech-related branches through MP counselling, while in JoSAA, you may get MANIT Bhopal lower branches like Civil/Chemical/Materials or some newer IIIT/GFTI ECE-type branches.

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Question by R - May 06, 2026Hindi

for securing a good rank in wbjee how can I further strengthen my preparation. I am a CBSE board student. My revision is over ,so what can I do now to get better score . Please suggest.

Ans: After revision, focus on daily WBJEE mock tests, improving speed and accuracy, WBJEE PYQS (especially Math), quick formula revision, and solving moderate-difficulty MCQs, because WBJEE rewards fast problem-solving more than very advanced JEE-level theory.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Sir My daughter got 75 % scholarship in B Tech CSE in GITAM Hyderabad campus.Is it worth joining there?

Ans: Yes, GITAM Hyderabad CSE is worth considering with a 75% scholarship, mainly because the cost reduces sharply and CSE is its strongest, in-demand branch. GITAM officially states scholarships are entrance-score based and renewable with an 8.0+ CGPA, so confirm continuation rules in writing before joining. Its Hyderabad School of Computer Science reports recent average packages around ?6–6.5 LPA and the highest around ?15 LPA, which is decent but not elite. Join if fees after scholarship are affordable and she is self-driven in coding, internships and projects. Consider other options only if she secures a comparatively better opportunity than GITAM. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Question by Krishna - May 06, 2026Hindi

should i choose iiit cse like nagpur , pune , and gwalior ece or Nit ece at manit bhopal silchar etc please guide i want good college with good placement and clubs active. and do i have any other options that i am missing if my interest is tech branches only. my rank jee mains air is 19866 and obc rank is 5300 please address things in detail

Ans: preference would be: IIIT/Nagpur CSE ≈ , MANIT Bhopal ECE > NIT Silchar ECE > IIIT Gwalior ECE>IIIT (Pune) ECE. You can also strongly consider NIT Jalandhar ECE, NIT Patna CSE/ECE, IIIT Lucknow CS, IIITDM Jabalpur CSE branches, and newer IIITs with strong coding culture because they may offer a better overall ROI than only chasing the “NIT” tag.

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am getting IIIT gwalior IT dual course and they also allow btech exit at 4th year and package is very good is it better choice than all choices above you said?

Ans: Our recommendation remains the same as mentioned earlier. If you are satisfied with the IT dual degree from all angles, then you can proceed with it. There is no harm. After all, the final choice will be yours. Best of luck.
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Question by Bhanuprakash - May 06, 2026Hindi

Hello sir, My son has qualified for JEE Advanced getting 99.82 percentile in Mains. He is interested in Electronics Engineering. His first preference is IIT-Madras followed by IIT-Bombay for which he is seriously preparing. Based on his JEE Mains rank, he is likely to get ECE in the following options NIT-Trichy/NIT-Suratkal, IIIT-Hyderabad, IIIT-Bangalore If he gets in the above IITs it is really good, but wanted to know the alternate options. 1. What would be the best option out of the above 4(NIT/IIIT). How would you rate the 4 in terms of preference? 2. If there is a possibility to get IIT-Hyderabad, how is it compared to the above? 3. Is it better to go for Integrated M.Tech option if available (in IIIT-B you need to select first and no flexibility, but I understand that there is an option to select later in IIIT-H and IITs)? Would it be better to take this option if he is interested in pursuing post graduate? He had the option of taking CSE as well, but he is not really interested in taking it up - his point is you can learn software coding anytime, but this is more interesting. Please suggest. Thanks

Ans: Bhanuprakash Sir, Before addressing your question, I would like to share my opinion: it is better to prefer ECE over CSE, aligning with your son's wishes. Regarding your question, IIT Hyderabad stands out as a better option compared to NITs and IIITs, provided he secures an EE/ECE-related branch. This is due to IIT Hyderabad’s strong brand value, robust research ecosystem, and an impressive official median CTC of ?28.99 LPA for EE in 2023–24. IIIT Hyderabad is also excellent for ECE due to its research-focused curriculum that emphasizes electronics, communications, signal processing, VLSI, and embedded systems early in the program. NIT Trichy and NITK serve as safer, broad-brand alternatives with consistently strong ECE placements. For instance, NIT Trichy has reported about 95–98% ECE undergraduate placement rates in recent years.

Regarding the choice of integrated M.Tech, it is advisable only if he is certain about pursuing research or higher studies. Otherwise, the 4-year B.Tech offers greater flexibility. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Mujhe SRM Mai 12,200 rank ayaa hai kya mujhe KTR campus Mai data science mil shakata hai

Ans: May be possible in later rounds. But do not lose hope.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

My son getting IIIT DELHI CSE allied branches .ranked at 12940 in jee mains with 99.2 percentile . Dtu mnc , nsut mnc . We prefer delhi n outside delhi category.

Ans: Preferred order can be: IIIT Delhi CSE/allied branches > DTU MnC > NSUT MnC, especially if your son likes coding/research and can handle rigorous academics.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

which is better NIT ALLAHABAD CIVIL NIT NAGPUR CHEMICAL IEST SHIBPUR ELECTRICAL HBTU KANPUR CSE

Ans: Preference order may be: HBTU Kanpur CSE > IIEST Shibpur Electrical > MNNIT Allahabad Civil > VNIT Nagpur Chemical. The final choice/preference order will be yours.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Sir I will join college in 2026 then which category aisee scholarship I should apply and when will I get benefit of it

Ans: If your family income and category eligibility match, apply for Central/State Post-Matric Scholarships, NSP scholarships, AICTE Pragati/Saksham, and EWS/OBC/SC/ST schemes after college admission in 2026. Benefits are usually credited within the first academic year. (To reply to this question, I have taken online help, as the question is beyond the scope of our jurisdiction. You are also requested to talk with the college authorities for more details and the process.)

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Asked by Anonymous - May 07, 2026Hindi

Hello Sir, My daughter got 91.33 percentile in JEE Mains. We are from MP, what branches and colleges can we look for ?

Ans: You can target branches such as Mechanical, Civil, and Chemical in colleges like MANIT Bhopal (lower branches), IIITDM Jabalpur (non-CSE branches), and newer IIITs like IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Bhagalpur, and IIIT Ranchi, as well as good state colleges, through MPDTE counselling.

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Question by Harsh - May 06, 2026Hindi

Sir In jee mains my CRL is 265794 and my OBC NCL rank is 93991. I belong to BIHAR. Can i get ECE/Mechatronics Branch in any NIT's/IIIT's

Ans: Dear Harsh, the stream which you are preferring are good but not in as the first choice for many . There are two options for you ..try next time to clear JEE Advance for IIT or sit in the counselling to check if you are getting NIT seat. Chances are ,you may get due to some provisions being in OBC category.

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Question by Tulip - May 06, 2026Hindi

In Jee Mains 2026 Paper 2 which is for B.Arch. My percentile is 92.57. And CRL rank is 5024 and OBC -NCL rank is 1644. And my home state is West Bengal. Can anyone please tell in which NITs' and state college I can get through JOSAA and CSAB councelling?

Ans: Tulip, 2025 HS OBC-NCL B.Arch IIEST Shibpur closed around 685, so it may be difficult unless the cutoff expands significantly. NIT Bhopal HS closed much lower than your rank for architecture, while OS (Other State) seats in NIT Bhopal/Jaipur/Patna/Hamirpur were generally tougher. In CSAB, try IIEST Shibpur, NIT Hamirpur, NIT Patna, NIT Bhopal, and NIT Raipur. As backups, also apply to WBJEE/JEE-based state architecture colleges, private B.Arch colleges, and NATA-based options. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Sir I got 81/240 in met manipal and 89% in boards can I get ece at manipal banglore?

Ans: With 81/240 in MET and 89% boards, your chance for ECE at MIT Bengaluru is moderate to good, but not guaranteed. MAHE’s B.Tech merit uses 50% MET + 50% Class 12 marks; official counselling rank matters more than raw MET marks. In 2025, MIT Bengaluru ECE closed around 13,165–14,501 rank in later rounds, so you need a rank near this range. Your 89% boards will help, but 81 MET may place you on the borderline. It is highly recommended to have backup options by considering 5-6 reputed private engineering colleges rather than relying solely on MIT-Bengaluru. This approach increases the chances of securing admission and provides more flexibility in case the first choice does not work out. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Question by Prakash - May 05, 2026Hindi

CS in Mahe manipal vs CS in Mahe Bangalore, which is better

Ans: CSE in Mahe Manipal is a better choice

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Sir my son got 96.6 percentile in jee mains so whether I have to with low NIiT or IIIT with other then core branches is good option or go with some private institute is good with CSE/EC

Ans: Prefer a good NIT/IIIT (even a non-core branch) over private colleges for better brand, exposure, and flexibility; the branch can be managed later. But if your son is deeply interested in CSE/EC, then prefer a decent private college. Talk with your son about his preference and then make a wise decision. Do not try to impose your decision on him.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

Hello sir, I got 99.82 percentile(2900 rank) in Mains. I am interested in Electronics Engineering, preferably IIT-Madras followed by IIT-Bombay. I am likely to get ECE in the following options NIT-Trichy/NIT-Suratkal, IIIT-Hyderabad, IIIT-Bangalore I wanted to know the alternate options. 1. What would be the best option out of the above 4(NIT/IIIT). How would you rate the 4 in terms of preference? 2. If there is a possibility to get IIT-Hyderabad, how is it compared to the above? 3. Is it better to go for Integrated M.Tech option if available (in IIIT-B you need to select first and no flexibility, but I understand that there is an option to select later in IIIT-H and IITs)? Would it be better to take this option if interested in pursuing post graduate or better to take BTech now and keep MS options open? Please suggest. Thanks

Ans: Here is the pointwise reply to your query: (1) IIIT Hyderabad > NIT Trichy > NIT Surathkal > IIIT Bangalore (2) Prefer IIT-H over all 4 above. (3) Prefer B.Tech now + MS later. Choose Integrated only with a clear long-term research goal

Final quick recommendation:
(1) Try: IIT-H ECE (if possible)
(2) Else: IIIT-H > NIT-T > NIT-S > IIIT-B
(3) Degree: B.Tech preferred unless you’re research-focused already

Yet, your choice, preference order, and decision will be final. Refer our recommendations from suggestion point of view only. Your decision may change due to various circumstances.

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Thank you for the suggestions sir. One more doubt - IIT-H has EE for Electronics and another IDT branch specific to chip design. What would be a good option to give better flexibility? Thanks.

Ans: Prefer EE (Electronics/Electrical) for flexibility. Yet it is highly recommended to visit the IIIT-H in person for more details and, if possible, talk with the people who are working in this field (if you know any of them)

My opinion/suggestion-
(1) If you are not 100% sure about your career → take EE
(2) If you are very sure about chip design/VLSI → take IDT

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Asked by Anonymous - May 06, 2026Hindi

I got 88.15 percentile in Jee mains(EWS), not planning on giving Advanced. I have qualified for CS in Manipal Institute of Tech main campus but the fees is too high for me. The maximum I can go for, with a education loan is 25 lakhs for the whole btech. In VIT I will most likely get category 3 or 4. Home state is Uttar Pradesh. What options do I have? Should I take the risk and go for MIT Manipal only as regardless of college if the fees exceeds 10 lakhs I will be taken education loan for the full amount.

Ans: Rethink MIT Manipal and VIT (Cat 3/4). It would be better to prioritize lower-cost routes like state colleges via UPSEE/JEE Main counselling (AKTU), decent NITs/IIITs if any EWS seats fit your rank, or strong private colleges with scholarships. Minimize debt for a safer start. As far as possible, try to avoid high educational loans. You can complete CS/CSE/ECE and similar tech courses in the range of 5-10-15 lac. These days, the college tag does not play an important role. It is better to take admission to a decent college with minimum fees and try to learn via free online courses. A lot of material is available online. Try to gain as much knowledge as you can. In the interview or at the time of placement, your knowledge will help you rather than a college tag.

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Question by Aditya - May 06, 2026Hindi

Hello sir i have got 52514 rank in jee mains general category and 88.67 in hsc board with 97 in math. I was looking to go into iiser tirupati economics and statistical science. I more inclined towards the quant career. Pls help and guide

Ans: IISER Tirupati’s Economics & Statistical Sciences is a strong choice for a quant career, but also consider top options like ISI, CMI, or IITs/NITs with strong math/stat exposure, depending on your admission prospects.

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