Need Expert Advice?Our Gurus Can Help
The Career Gurus
Career Counsellor, Life CoachPankaj Vyavahare
HR, Leadership coachAdarsh Rai
International Education CounsellorDr Karan Gupta
NEET, Medical, Pharmacy CareersDr Nagarajan J S K 
Leadership CoachInderpaul Singh
IIT-JEE, GATE ExpertRajesh Kumar Singh
Start-Up ExpertNripen Bhatt
Career CounsellorProf Suvasish Mukhopadhyay
Leadership, HR ExpertShekhar Kumar
Career Management, Skills Development ExpertOnkar Singh
HR ExpertMayank Rautela
Study Abroad ExpertDr Pananjay K Tiwari
Career And Placement ConsultantPradeep Pramanik
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG ExpertRadheshyam Zanwar
Tech Careers and Skill Development ExpertDr Dipankar Dutta
AI Tech ExpertKasam Shaikh
Tech Career ExpertAasif Ahmed Khan 
Career CounsellorNayagam P P
Image Coach, Soft Skills TrainerArchana Deshpande
Start-up Mentor; E-commerce, EdTech ExpertVishal Bisht
Soft Skills TrainerMaxim Emmanuel
Workplace ExpertKrishna Kumar
Leadership Coach, Corporate TrainerDr Radhakrishnan Pillai
Edtech/Online Education ExpertRohit Gupta
Hiring, Leadership ExpertRajesh Nair
Internship, Online Education ExpertSarvesh Agrawal
HR ExpertAbhishek Shah
CAT, Management ExpertAashish Sood
CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET ExpertPatrick Dsouza
Tech Entrepreneur, EducationistChocko Valliappa
Education ExpertMayank Kumar
Start-up MentorBaqar Iftikhar Naqvi
Entrepreneurship ExpertHarsh Bharwani
Personality Development Expert, Career CoachAshwini Dasgupta
HR, Recruitment ExpertNitin Sathe
Study Abroad ExpertSushil Sukhwani
Tech Career Counselling ExpertSaurabh Saxena
Visas, Study Abroad ExpertGeeta Ratra
VC, Angel Investing, Entrepreneurship ExpertChandu Nair
Self-improvement ExpertVirender Kapoor
HR ExpertKhevna Shah
Start-up ExpertAnkit Kedia
IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA, CS Exam ExpertMayank Chandel
Browse rediffGurus answers related to 'Career' below
Dr Dipankar Dutta |1866 Answers |Ask -Follow
Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
Hello Sir
My daughter is in grade 11, and wants to be in the field of tech design, like Ux..
What is the best route she should take.. A B tech and then M des or a B des and then M des?
She doesnt want pure design but design with tech.
Which is safer considering the job scenario and AI?
Does the field offer good remuneration?
Ans: Go for B.Tech (CSE / IT / AI / Data Science) + UX portfolio + M.Des (optional)
(more)
Dr Dipankar Dutta |1866 Answers |Ask -Follow
Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
Patrick Dsouza |1464 Answers |Ask -Follow
CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
I’m posting in English only Sir, please let me know the total cost/expenses and placement prospects of the GMP (General Management Programme) of SP Jain Institute of Management Studies Mumbai-6 months + 1 and followed by 1/2 years MBA/Masters abroad
Ans: First 6 months the total expenses can go to around Rs. 10 lakhs. Post that for next 1.5 years it could go upto Rs. 30 to 40 lakhs. Total could be around Rs. 50 lakhs
(more)
Patrick Dsouza |1464 Answers |Ask -Follow
CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
Sir, please let me know the total cost/expenses and placement prospects of the GMP (General Management Programme) of SP Jain Institute of Management Studies Mumbai-6 months, then abroad
Ans: First 6 months the total expenses can go to around Rs. 10 lakhs. Post that for next 1.5 years it could go upto Rs. 30 to 40 lakhs. So be prepared to shell out Rs. 50 lakhs
(more)
Patrick Dsouza |1464 Answers |Ask -Follow
CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
I’m posting in English only Sir, please let me know the total cost/expenses and placement prospects of the GMP (General Management Programme) of SP Jain Institute of Management Studies Mumbai-6 months, followed by 1 and 1/2 years MBA/Masters abroad
Ans: First 6 months the total expenses can go to around Rs. 10 lakhs. Post that for next 1.5 years it could go upto Rs. 30 to 40 lakhs
(more)
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
Sir i am from a non maharashtra state and i have filled MHT-CET form because my family said so but i dont want to go there to give the exam because it very far away and i dont have state quota so 85% seats will be reserved. Also i dont think i will score good in the exam, should i still go and give the exam? if i didnt give the exam, will i still be able to get the donation seats of top colleges of maharashtra? i have given jee mains and got a very low score
Ans: Rajveer, you didn't mention your home state. If you're not mentally ready for a Maharashtra college, don't go. Convince your parents, but show them 4-5 private engineering college options in your state and nearby ones besides JEE.
First, list 10 preferred colleges/locations and branches. Shortlist 5-6 and apply. Check if parents can afford donation seats.
It's April 10 today—visit shortlisted colleges personally for MQ (Management Quota) seats or 12th marks admission. Avoid agents for MQ Seats; talk directly to college authorities. ALL the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
First, list 10 preferred colleges/locations and branches. Shortlist 5-6 and apply. Check if parents can afford donation seats.
It's April 10 today—visit shortlisted colleges personally for MQ (Management Quota) seats or 12th marks admission. Avoid agents for MQ Seats; talk directly to college authorities. ALL the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 08, 2026Hindi
Mujhe 2024 main reappear tha main ab 2026 main private dunga toh main esi saal regular da skta hu
Ans: Aapka question bilkul clear nahi hai. Aapne 2024 mein kaunsa exam diya tha, aur ab kaunsa exam privately de rahe ho? Kaunsa "regular exam" ka baat kar rahe ho? Please apna question clearly aur detail mein likho, tabhi main sahi jawab de paunga.
(more)
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 08, 2026Hindi
I qualify gate and I want to take admission in iit jammu for Mtech in M. Tech in Biosciences and Bioengineering
with specialization in Medical Devices
Is the iit jammu is good college and is this good choice for placement and research
Ans: IIT Jammu is a great pick for your M.Tech in Biosciences & Bioengineering (Medical Devices). The department, started in 2021, shines in research like biomedical engineering, biosensors, and nanotech, with solid hands-on labs. Placements for M.Tech are also good from medical companies. Perfect for GATE scorers eyeing research or jobs—holds up well against older IITs. ALL the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 10, 2026
how to fill IAT form if reappering in class 12 th exam through NIOS for improvement in marks if passed previouosly in october 2024 NIOS with not fullfilling the eligibility of 60 percentage general category
Ans: You are eligible for IAT 2026 as a 2026 "appearing" candidate via NIOS improvement. Fill out the form using Oct 2024 NIOS details (select "appearing 2026"), enter current aggregate (
(more)
Dr Dipankar Dutta |1866 Answers |Ask -Follow
Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Apr 09, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 09, 2026Hindi
Mayank Chandel |2666 Answers |Ask -Follow
IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA, CS Exam Expert - Answered on Apr 08, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 08, 2026Hindi
Dr Dipankar Dutta |1866 Answers |Ask -Follow
Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Apr 08, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 08, 2026Hindi
Mayank Chandel |2666 Answers |Ask -Follow
IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA, CS Exam Expert - Answered on Apr 08, 2026
Sir meri jee mains me 98 percentile h but mere boards me 66% h,,m improvement exam ke liye apply kr raha hu but improvement ka result august me aata h generally or josaa ki councelling june me start ho jati h to josaa councelling me kese apply karu
Ans: Hello Raghu
JOSAA system won't allow you to appear for counselling. You may Participate in CSAB.
(more)
JOSAA system won't allow you to appear for counselling. You may Participate in CSAB.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 07, 2026
I am a dropper student and this was my last attempt and I am expect 88 percentile Can I get any good NIT OR IIIT with Decent branch I am from up obc ncl girl and LAST OPTION IS WBJEE AND IAT I AM NOT SURE THAT I WILL BE SELECTED IN THIS and Btech from IISER iAt exam in this June what should I do please sir my financial condition is not good also
Ans: Sanvi, with an 88 percentile, even Round 6 JoSAA data shows slim chances for top branches or institutes. Still, verify the opening and closing ranks from the last 2-3 years on the JoSAA website for your specific category to confirm.
In the meantime, prepare thoroughly for IISER-IAT and WBJEE (leveraging your OBC and TWF categories), and keep UPSEE/UPCET as a strong backup option. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
In the meantime, prepare thoroughly for IISER-IAT and WBJEE (leveraging your OBC and TWF categories), and keep UPSEE/UPCET as a strong backup option. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 07, 2026
Sir, i got in Jan JEE Mains 95.33 percentile can i get good colleges
Ans: Yes, your 95.33 percentile can get you into good GFTIs, NITs, or IIITs like NIT Mizoram/Sikkim (CSE/ECE) or IIIT Bhagalpur/Dharwad, based on JoSAA 2023-25 cutoffs. Check JoSAA website for the opening/closing ranks of your preferred colleges/branches over the last 2-3 years to get an idea. Fill choices wisely in JoSAA counseling, join CSAB if needed, and keep 3-4 private college backups for your dream branch. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Patrick Dsouza |1464 Answers |Ask -Follow
CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Apr 07, 2026
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 07, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 07, 2026Hindi
Sir as from this year mht cet is conducted two times so is it possible that a student can give only second attempt without giving the first attempt
Ans: Yes.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Asked on - Apr 07, 2026 | Answered on Apr 07, 2026
Thank you sir as my son won't be able to give 1st attempt of MHT CET but wants to give the second attempt
Ans: Welcome. But I am unable to understand why your son is not able to appear for the 1st attempt! We generally recommend appearing for the 1st attempt either for the JEE or MHT-CET. But anyway, the final decision is yours, son.
Pl follow me. Thanks
Pl follow me. Thanks
Asked on - Apr 07, 2026 | Answered on Apr 08, 2026
Sir on the same day,he has bits entrance exam and he is more interested in giving bits exam,is there any chance the cet cell can change his exam dates so that he can give both the exams
Ans: CET cell is considering changing the dates. Please write personally to the CET cell requesting the date change.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 06, 2026Hindi
Hello!
I have recently completed my 12th CBSE Board Exams and am in the process of giving my entrance exams of different universities. I have a strong interest in the field of physics, but don't know how exactly I should pursue it. Should I take B.Tech, or B.Sc., or Do B.Tech while ding B.Sc privately? I ask this, as I want to pursue my passion, but at the same time, I do not want to lose job opportunities. What would you suggest, and why?
Ans: You have not mentioned which entrance exams you have already taken and which you still need to take. IF you truly love physics and dream of research, teaching, or pure science, such as astrophysics, go for a B.Sc. in physics from a top college. It builds rock-solid concepts for data science, AI, space agencies, or academia—plus, add practical skills like Python and internships to boost your job prospects.
Prefer a B.Tech in Engineering Physics from a great institute IF you want physics plus quick tech jobs in electronics, semiconductors, or computing. It mixes theory with applications for strong placements. Skip doing both—it's exhausting and splits focus. Careers today value skills over extra degrees. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Prefer a B.Tech in Engineering Physics from a great institute IF you want physics plus quick tech jobs in electronics, semiconductors, or computing. It mixes theory with applications for strong placements. Skip doing both—it's exhausting and splits focus. Careers today value skills over extra degrees. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Which college is better for bsc Hons agriculture between sam higginbottom university of agriculture technology and science prayagraj and shri Guru Ram rai University Dehradun.
Ans: Shambhavi, both are good, ICAR & UGC approved, but can prefer SHUATS, which is very old with a strong domain focus, experienced faculty, and a better academic ecosystem. Despite average placements, SHUATS provides stronger credibility, research base, and subject specialization—critical for agriculture careers. To ace campus placements, keep sharpening your skills, connect with seniors and alumni, and stay updated on job trends in your field—check online, set up LinkedIn job alerts, and more. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 05, 2026Hindi
Sir I am giving jee in 2026 and councelling will start from may I have a doubt I have 2 marksheet one pcb cbse board 2024 marksheet and other maths marksheet from up board adl subject will jossa csab accept it also will uptac or jac delhi will accept it?
2) During councelling process I should I fill my basic details from cbse marksheet 2024 or recent Up board marksheet 2025 if up board then all details from up board like school , board, school name
ALSO DO I NEED TO ATTACH BOTH MARKSHEET OR NOT??
Ans: Here is the pointwise reply-
1. Yes. JoSAA/CSAB, UPTAC and JAC Delhi generally accept an additional Maths marksheet if it fulfills eligibility, but you must verify the subject-combination rules of each.
2. Fill in the details as per your main (passing) marksheet, usually CBSE 2024 and upload both mark sheets during counselling for verification.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
1. Yes. JoSAA/CSAB, UPTAC and JAC Delhi generally accept an additional Maths marksheet if it fulfills eligibility, but you must verify the subject-combination rules of each.
2. Fill in the details as per your main (passing) marksheet, usually CBSE 2024 and upload both mark sheets during counselling for verification.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 05, 2026Hindi
Sir main class 12th 2024 Mein pass karta hai lekin Main Nahin kar Paya fail ho gaya aur same Halat 2025 or 2026 mein bhi Yahi Hua aur Sar in teenon (3) Sal Maine jee diya Hai or pass nahi hua but sir kya me Jee mains desakta hu 2027 Mein NIOS se pass hokar class 12th board 2026 yani iss saal sir please help me i am requesting you
Ans: Yes, you can appear for JEE Main in 2027 after passing Class 12 via the NIOS in 2026, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria. But practical advice is, it is better to think about other courses rather than focussing/thinking about JEE.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
My son's JEE Mains January percentile in 98.65 and he has just given JEE Mains April few days ago..
What kind of rank and cillges he can expect ? He is interested for Mechanical /Electrical/Electronics
Thanks
Ans: He can expect a roughly 15k–20k rank and has good chances for Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics in mid-tier National Institutes of Technology, Indian Institutes of Information Technology, and some top state colleges (cutoffs vary yearly).
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Sir mujhe jaldi job ki need he but mera biology subject he or mujhe chemistry physics tough lgti he but mujhe maths bhi tough lgti he mene ssc cgl ki preparation krne ka design liya but meri family mujhe suggest kr rahi he ki me neet kru kiyu ki me bio subject se hu to aap meri help kr sakte he ki mere liye kya sahi rahe ga
Ans: If you need a quick job and find science subjects difficult, preparing for SSC CGL is generally a more practical and achievable option than NEET.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 06, 2026Hindi
Sir in my adhar card and obc certificate have same spelling of my father name kantaraaji but in my markscard my father name is as kantharaj will it cause any issue during neet counselling
Ans: Yes. Please do the correction or do an affidavit for the name correction.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 05, 2026Hindi
My son is giving his Class 12 & entrance exams this year 2026 for his BTech, since childhood he is very much interested to pursue his career in Aeronautical/Aerospace designing,
If he doesnot get into a good institute for his BTech in Aerospace Engg, as seats are very limited and only in a handful number of institutes....
what should he do -
- Do BTech in Mechanical or Electrical and then try for Masters in Aero or there are some other better options to get into Aerospace/Aeronautical designing ?
Please suggest
Thanks in advance
Ans: If he doesn’t get Aerospace in BTech, doing Mechanical (preferred) or Electrical, and then specializing in Aerospace through a Master’s is a strong and widely recommended path. But instead of thinking negatively at an early stage is not good. Let him study and try to appear for the examination. After examination, you can think about the options.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 06, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 06, 2026Hindi
Dr Nagarajan J S K |2642 Answers |Ask -Follow
NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Sir i really want to clarify that I was a PCB student from CBSE but then I passed my math exam through NIOS as an additional subject so am I eligible for the UGEE admissions as I will have to provide marksheet from two different boards because I have my all five subject marksheet from CBSE and the additional subject maths marksheet from NIOS so will I be eligible for UGEE?!!!
Ans: Hi Parth.
No issues. You are eligible to write the UGEE exam.
Best regards
(more)
No issues. You are eligible to write the UGEE exam.
Best regards
Dr Nagarajan J S K |2642 Answers |Ask -Follow
NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
I have btech biotech. background and currently working as a Quality Assurance professional in a medical device manufacturing company. I wanted to ask learning python, ai would be useful for me in my career?
Ans: Hi Dhristi,
Greetings from Rediffgurus.
Learning is a continuous process. So need not worry about updating your knowledge. It will boost your knowledge and you can employ some of the techniques or principles in our day to day like. Also sometimes, it will be added advantages for employability when compared to others.
Learning Python and AI will boost your career. Since you are from a medical device background that you are from most important dept is QA, you surely can pursue. But, most probably it will be through online mode (I guess), if so, you need to think before joining the course.
Is that course from a genuine institute or a name-sake they are issuing the certificate? If it's genuine, surely you can join, but you still need to put in efforts to learn at least 5-10 hours/week.
You have to decide.
Best regards.
(more)
Greetings from Rediffgurus.
Learning is a continuous process. So need not worry about updating your knowledge. It will boost your knowledge and you can employ some of the techniques or principles in our day to day like. Also sometimes, it will be added advantages for employability when compared to others.
Learning Python and AI will boost your career. Since you are from a medical device background that you are from most important dept is QA, you surely can pursue. But, most probably it will be through online mode (I guess), if so, you need to think before joining the course.
Is that course from a genuine institute or a name-sake they are issuing the certificate? If it's genuine, surely you can join, but you still need to put in efforts to learn at least 5-10 hours/week.
You have to decide.
Best regards.
Dr Nagarajan J S K |2642 Answers |Ask -Follow
NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Maine 2026 mein main 12th pass kar liye aur 2027 wala IIT paper dekar main kitni paper IIT ke de sakta hun aur main apne carier mein aaungi aur kon kon
sa paper de sakta hun yadi meri do bhi 10.04.2009
hai
Ans: Hi Suresh
Greetings from Rediffgurus.
If you want to do engineering from IIT, then, you have to work a little hard to achieve your goal. Anyhow in the year 2027, you are going to appear for the IITJEE exam. My advice is that, since you are taking a one-year drop, prepare for the JEE and try to appear for a larger number of mock tests. So that you can see the pattern of the questions, how difficult and at the same time how quickly can you solve the question,
If you could not achieve, then you can try for other NATIONAL INSTITUTES based on your merit, and apart from the national level, a good number of quality institutes are also available at the state level. So you need not worry.
Being from PCM, ENGINEERING IS THE MOST OPT ONE.
Apart from the engineering course, you can prefer PHARMACY too...
Best regards
(more)
Greetings from Rediffgurus.
If you want to do engineering from IIT, then, you have to work a little hard to achieve your goal. Anyhow in the year 2027, you are going to appear for the IITJEE exam. My advice is that, since you are taking a one-year drop, prepare for the JEE and try to appear for a larger number of mock tests. So that you can see the pattern of the questions, how difficult and at the same time how quickly can you solve the question,
If you could not achieve, then you can try for other NATIONAL INSTITUTES based on your merit, and apart from the national level, a good number of quality institutes are also available at the state level. So you need not worry.
Being from PCM, ENGINEERING IS THE MOST OPT ONE.
Apart from the engineering course, you can prefer PHARMACY too...
Best regards
Dr Nagarajan J S K |2642 Answers |Ask -Follow
NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Maine 2026 mein 12th pass kar li hai Hindi medium se tu main January wala 2027 mein IIT exam dun to aur usmein selection nahin hua to main aur kya kar sakta hun math se aur meri jo bhi 10 4 2009 hai
Ans: Hi Suresh,
Greetings from Rediffgurus.
If you want to do engineering from IIT, then, you have to work a little hard to achieve your goal. Anyhow in the year 2027, you are going to appear for the IITJEE exam. My advice is that, since you are taking a one-year drop, prepare for the JEE and try to appear for a larger number of mock tests. So that you can see the pattern of the questions, how difficult and at the same time how quickly can you solve the question,
If you could not achieve, then you can try for other NATIONAL INSTITUTES based on your merit, and apart from the national level, a good number of quality institutes are also available at the state level. So you need not worry.
Being from PCM, ENGINEERING IS THE MOST OPT ONE.
Apart from the engineering course, you can prefer PHARMACY too...
Best regards
(more)
Greetings from Rediffgurus.
If you want to do engineering from IIT, then, you have to work a little hard to achieve your goal. Anyhow in the year 2027, you are going to appear for the IITJEE exam. My advice is that, since you are taking a one-year drop, prepare for the JEE and try to appear for a larger number of mock tests. So that you can see the pattern of the questions, how difficult and at the same time how quickly can you solve the question,
If you could not achieve, then you can try for other NATIONAL INSTITUTES based on your merit, and apart from the national level, a good number of quality institutes are also available at the state level. So you need not worry.
Being from PCM, ENGINEERING IS THE MOST OPT ONE.
Apart from the engineering course, you can prefer PHARMACY too...
Best regards
Patrick Dsouza |1464 Answers |Ask -Follow
CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Good morning sir,considering my child's interest in mathematics and finance we are targeting nus,ntu,smu,hkust and hku for his bba-finance.He is currently in grade 12 with commerce and mathematics in isc board and had secured 96% inclass 10 icse.Kindly guide .
Ans: Looks good. Each college abroad has its own requirement for admission. Some may requrie you to write some Entrance Test. There are good options for further education in India as well with many new options like IIM B, IIM Mumbai, IIM K, etc coming up with Indergrad courses which you can try for.
(more)
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Sir, I had my Class 12 board exams, but I am not sure whether I will pass Physics and Chemistry because I am getting around 18 marks in each. Sir, can I get 5 grace marks in each subject? I have calculated the maximum marks I can get, and it comes to around 18. Sir, if I fail, can I appear for National Institute of Open Schooling this year itself? My main aim is to do a B.Tech from a local college. I got 80 percentile in my first attempt and will likely get a similar score in Session
Ans: Soham, you can take the NIOS test, but you must score at least 75% or be in the top 20% (including NIOS). Also, keep in mind that if you get an 80 percentile, you won't get good NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs in any branch other than the one you want. Should this year not go as planned, please prepare for the JEE and consider taking it again next year. You should also try to improve your score in NIOS and JEE. Instead of just relying on JEE/JoSAA Counseling, though, have backup plans with 4–5 private engineering colleges. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Sir, I had my Class 12 board exams, but I am not sure whether I will pass Physics and Chemistry because I am getting around 18 marks in each. Sir, can I get 5 grace marks in each subject? I have calculated the maximum marks I can get, and it comes to around 18.
Sir, if I fail, can I appear for National Institute of Open Schooling this year itself? My main aim is to do a B.Tech from a local college. I got 80 percentile in my first attempt and will likely get a similar score in Session
Ans: Soham, you can take the NIOS test, but you must score at least 75% or be in the top 20% (including NIOS). Also, keep in mind that if you get an 80 percentile, you won't get good NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs in any branch other than the one you want. Should this year not go as planned, please prepare for the JEE and consider taking it again next year. You should also try to improve your score in NIOS and JEE. Instead of just relying on JEE/JoSAA Counseling, though, have backup plans with 4–5 private engineering colleges. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 05, 2026
Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirenment? Will I be eligible to take admission with this condition if I qualified the exam and interview? I am asking specifically for ugee nothing else????
Ans: Parth, I have already answered your question here: https://gurus.rediff.com/question/qdtl/career/cbse-pcb-nios-maths-considered-equivalent-pcm-requirenment-eligible-take/5250276
(more)
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 04, 2026
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 04, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 04, 2026Hindi
Hi si mai 12 board ka student hu per mera boaed me 75 % nahi aa pa rahe hai kya mai punh 11 se pad ker jee main and advance de skta hu usi 10 me margshit per please tell me sir i pasa 10 2024 and 12 pass 2026 punh 11 se pad ker jee de skta hu
Ans: Yes, you can study Class 11–12 again on your own and appear for JEE Main and JEE Advanced; the 75% marks rule matters mainly at the time of admission, not for taking the exams.
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
(more)
Good luck.
Follow me if you receive this reply.
Radheshyam
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 03, 2026
My daughter failed in class 9th and now she has enrolled in NIOS secondary . There is lot of free time . What can she do keep herself busy?
Ans: Before I answer your question, Vikas Sir, I want to ensure that your daughter doesn't spend more than 45 minutes a day on her phone or other electronic devices. If your daughter becomes addicted, she risks eye strain, headaches from blue light, poor posture, weight gain from inactivity, sleep issues from late-night use, and eating problems. It can also hurt her mind by making her depressed and anxious (27% more likely), making it difficult to concentrate and study, making her feel lonely and isolated from less real interaction, making her feel low self-esteem from comparison traps, and making her stressed and irritable from dopamine crashes.
Even if both parents work, keep communication open to boost her confidence—know what she loves. She should study 4-5 hours daily using NIOS books/SWAYAM and Class 10 mocks with the Pomodoro technique (25-30 mins study, 5-10 mins break) to stay focused. Add 30 minutes of skills like coding/typing or Duolingo English if interested, plus 10 minutes of yoga, hobbies (gardening/cooking/drawing/poems), and walks/cycling for fitness and fun. Finally, join NIOS WhatsApp groups for doubts and help at home and track weekly goals with rewards. Don't force anything—let her choose what excites her most! All the BEST for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Even if both parents work, keep communication open to boost her confidence—know what she loves. She should study 4-5 hours daily using NIOS books/SWAYAM and Class 10 mocks with the Pomodoro technique (25-30 mins study, 5-10 mins break) to stay focused. Add 30 minutes of skills like coding/typing or Duolingo English if interested, plus 10 minutes of yoga, hobbies (gardening/cooking/drawing/poems), and walks/cycling for fitness and fun. Finally, join NIOS WhatsApp groups for doubts and help at home and track weekly goals with rewards. Don't force anything—let her choose what excites her most! All the BEST for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 03, 2026
Which ICAR accreditated private colleges is best for bsc Hons agriculture in North India with good placements.
Ans: Shambhavi, I have already answered your question here: https://gurus.rediff.com/question/qdtl/career/which-icar-approved-private-colleges-best-bsc-hons-agriculture-north/5250090
(more)
Pankaj Vyavahare |20 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor, Life Coach - Answered on Apr 03, 2026
my daughter is planning to pursue a career in marine biology abroad [ australia, usa , canada] . what are the career prospects for a marine biologist abroad and in india ?
what will be the approximate course fees for bachelors in marine biology in australia or canada
Ans: Namaste
Career in Marine Biology and Ecology is promising career. There are some countries like you mentioned in your question; Australia is a world leader in marine science. Australia give you finest study in ocean habitats and coral reefs, whereas Canada and the USA give cold-water marine ecosystems.
Now come to your question, your daughter should choose country as per her specialization as Australia for tropical coral, Canada for cold water biodiversity & USA having both mixture of Normal biodiversity and cold water biodiversity.
As far as earning and stability post Masters in Marine Biology Norway, Switzerland, Denmark and Australia are among the highest-paying countries for marine Biology
Marine biology in India is growing field focusing on coral reefs, mangroves, and deep-sea biodiversity. Famous institutes in India: TNJFU Nagapattinam, CMFRI Kochi, NIO Goa, Annamalai University Chidambaram, AIMST Noida.
Fees in India : Govt colleges to private colleges fees varies from 10k to 6.5lakh
Fess abroad: Marine biology degrees typically range from $15,000 to over $50,000 USD per year; this is depending on the country and university also.
(more)
Career in Marine Biology and Ecology is promising career. There are some countries like you mentioned in your question; Australia is a world leader in marine science. Australia give you finest study in ocean habitats and coral reefs, whereas Canada and the USA give cold-water marine ecosystems.
Now come to your question, your daughter should choose country as per her specialization as Australia for tropical coral, Canada for cold water biodiversity & USA having both mixture of Normal biodiversity and cold water biodiversity.
As far as earning and stability post Masters in Marine Biology Norway, Switzerland, Denmark and Australia are among the highest-paying countries for marine Biology
Marine biology in India is growing field focusing on coral reefs, mangroves, and deep-sea biodiversity. Famous institutes in India: TNJFU Nagapattinam, CMFRI Kochi, NIO Goa, Annamalai University Chidambaram, AIMST Noida.
Fees in India : Govt colleges to private colleges fees varies from 10k to 6.5lakh
Fess abroad: Marine biology degrees typically range from $15,000 to over $50,000 USD per year; this is depending on the country and university also.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 03, 2026
Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirenment?
Will I be eligible to take admission with this condition if I qualified the exam and interview?
Ans: Yes, CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths is the same as PCM for getting into engineering colleges. You can apply if you pass the exam or interview. NIOS marksheet adds to CBSE for Math and is accepted by JEE, MHT-CET, and most colleges (like PICT Pune). No problems with two mark sheets, provided you meet the other eligibility criteria. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Mar 24, 2026Hindi
Hy Sir, I am a PCB student who passed HSC in 2024 with 45% marks. Now I want to pursue Computer Science Engineering but I don't have Maths as a subject and my improvement exam option is also not available. So I am planning to drop a year and appear for the Isolated Maths exam in July/August 2026 to become eligible for MHT-CET PCM in 2027. I wanted to ask whether this pathway is valid for MHT-CET and CSE admissions. Also, will the 2 year gap and two separate results (HSC 2024 and Maths 2026) create any problem during admission process? And if my MHT-CET score is good, can I still get admission in a decent CSE college despite this situation? If possible, please also suggest some good colleges I should target. Additionally, if this plan does not work out for any reason, I wanted to ask whether BCA or BSc IT can also lead to a good career in the tech field in the future? Because I am very confused between these options and I really want to make the right decision at this stage of my life. I would really appreciate your guidance on this Sir.
Ans: Do you have any specific reasons for your low score in HSC? If you really care about the field you choose, all programs and domains are good. You should also keep improving your technical and non-technical skills, and your career success will depend on how well you network through professional social media like LinkedIn and how often you research job markets. Coming to your questin, yes, your path works, as you asked. Isolated Maths (July/Aug 2026) makes you MHT-CET PCM eligible (Physics+Maths required); most colleges will accept a 2-year gap and separate marksheets if you are ready with Maths before verification. If you really want to get into top engineering colleges like PICT/VIT Pune, COEP/SPIT Mumbai, and others, you need to score above the 96th or 97th percentile. If you don't feel very confident about MH-CET, it's better to choose BCA or BSc It. As I said before, your CGPA isn't the only thing that matters for success in your career; your other skills and qualities are also important. It would also be a good idea to apply to or register with 3–4 more well-known private engineering colleges in and out of Maharashtra State. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 01, 2026Hindi
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 01, 2026Hindi
Guruji
2024 me fail hoga tha board tho me 2027 jee main ke liye legible huu 2025 me pass hu tho 75 se tho
Ans: Yes, you're eligible for JEE Main 2027. Pass Class 12 in 2025 with 75%+ (Gen) or top 20 percentile to qualify for NITs/IIITs admissions. 2024 failure doesn't block exam attempts. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Hello. I have a query for my son regarding BTECH admissions for 2026. He secured 83 percentile in his first attempt of JEE Main. Which colleges accept around 85 percentile for admissions in South India?
Ans: You can apply to NIT-Puducherry, NIT-Kottayam, or IIIT-Sricity, no matter what branch you want to study, because the percentile is a little low. Fill out as many options as you can in JoSAA counseling, but make them somewhat realistic. Instead of just relying on JoSAA/JEE, you should apply to or register for 3–4 more private engineering colleges in the South, like VIT, Amrita, NITTE Meenakshi, Sastra SNU, PES, and others. All the BEST for Your Son's Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Nayagam P P |10986 Answers |Ask -Follow
Career Counsellor - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Sir I have scored 97.56 percentile in jee mains 2026 harayana state so best govt college for me with cse branch would be?
Ans: Dhurv, With a 97.56 percentile (about a CRL of 25,000–35,000), you should try to get into YMCA UST Faridabad CSE through the Haryana HS quota in HSTES counseling. The closing ranks for JoSAA 2025 HS CSE were between 45,000 and 52,000 (easy fit), and for 2024 they were the same at 52k. There probably won't be any NIT CSE (opening and closing ranks for OS quotas range from 5,000 to 20,000). You could also try for lower or mid-level NITs or IIITs CSE. The top NIT CSE is below the 10k–12k rank, while your range fits newer NITs and IIITs. Use the home-state quota (Haryana) to improve your chances, and in JoSAA, fill out as many choices as you can in a smart way. Instead of just relying on JoSAA, it's a good idea to have 2 to 3 backup choices of private engineering colleges for the CSE branch. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
(more)
Follow RediffGURUS to Know More on 'Careers | Money | Health | Relationships'.
Radheshyam Zanwar |6904 Answers |Ask -Follow
MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Apr 02, 2026
Sir i really want to clarify that I was a PCB student from CBSE but then I passed my math exam through NIOS as an additional subject so am I eligible for the UGEE admissions as I will have to provide marksheet from two different boards because I have my all five subject marksheet from CBSE and the additional subject maths marksheet from NIOS so will I be eligible for UGEE?? ??
Ans: Your query has already been replied to 2 times. Please copy and paste the following link into your browser to read it.
https://gurus.rediff.com/question/qdtl/career/really-clarify-pcb-student-cbse-then-passed-math-exam-through/5250256
(more)
https://gurus.rediff.com/question/qdtl/career/really-clarify-pcb-student-cbse-then-passed-math-exam-through/5250256
Mayank Chandel |2666 Answers |Ask -Follow
IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA, CS Exam Expert - Answered on Apr 01, 2026
Sir i really want to clarify that I was a PCB student from CBSE but then I passed my math exam through NIOS as an additional subject so am I eligible for the UGEE admissions as I will have to provide marksheet from two different boards because I have my all five subject marksheet from CBSE and the additional subject maths marksheet from NIOS so will I be eligible for UGEE?!
Ans: Hello Parth
Even though UGEE brochure doesn’t explicitly say “single marksheet required,” most engineering admissions (including top institutes) interpret eligibility as:
PCM must be from one recognized qualifying exam (single board / single marksheet)
Not split across multiple boards.
Alternatively
Mail IIIT Hyderabad admissions directly
Email: ugadmissions at the rate iiit.dot.ac.dot.in
Attach your exact case
Ask clearly:
Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirement?
(more)
Even though UGEE brochure doesn’t explicitly say “single marksheet required,” most engineering admissions (including top institutes) interpret eligibility as:
PCM must be from one recognized qualifying exam (single board / single marksheet)
Not split across multiple boards.
Alternatively
Mail IIIT Hyderabad admissions directly
Email: ugadmissions at the rate iiit.dot.ac.dot.in
Attach your exact case
Ask clearly:
Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirement?
Mayank Chandel |2666 Answers |Ask -Follow
IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA, CS Exam Expert - Answered on Apr 01, 2026
Sir i really want to clarify that I was a PCB student from CBSE but then I passed my math exam through NIOS as an additional subject so am I eligible for the UGEE admissions as I will have to provide marksheet from two different boards because I have my all five subject marksheet from CBSE and the additional subject maths marksheet from NIOS so will I be eligible for UGEE?????
Ans: Hello Parth
Even though UGEE brochure doesn’t explicitly say “single marksheet required,” most engineering admissions (including top institutes) interpret eligibility as:
PCM must be from one recognized qualifying exam (single board / single marksheet)
Not split across multiple boards.
Alternatively
Mail IIIT Hyderabad admissions directly
Email: ugadmissions at the rate iiit.dot.ac.dot.in
Attach your exact case
Ask clearly:
Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirement?
(more)
Even though UGEE brochure doesn’t explicitly say “single marksheet required,” most engineering admissions (including top institutes) interpret eligibility as:
PCM must be from one recognized qualifying exam (single board / single marksheet)
Not split across multiple boards.
Alternatively
Mail IIIT Hyderabad admissions directly
Email: ugadmissions at the rate iiit.dot.ac.dot.in
Attach your exact case
Ask clearly:
Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirement?
Mayank Chandel |2666 Answers |Ask -Follow
IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA, CS Exam Expert - Answered on Apr 01, 2026
Loading...Please wait!
DISCLAIMER: The content of this post by the expert is the personal view of the rediffGURU. Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related document carefully before investing. The securities quoted are for illustration only and are not recommendatory. Users are advised to pursue the information provided by the rediffGURU only as a source of information and as a point of reference and to rely on their own judgement when making a decision. RediffGURUS is an intermediary as per India's Information Technology Act.
Close
x