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Dr Nagarajan J S K

Dr Nagarajan J S K

NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers 

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Dr Nagarajan JSK is an associate professor and former head of medical research at the JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty.
He has over 30 years of experience in counselling students towards making the right career choices, particularly in the field of pharmacy.
As the JSS College placement officer, he has helped aspiring professionals prepare for and crack job interviews.
Dr Nagarajan holds a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences from the JSS Academy of Higher Education And Research, Mysore, and is currently guiding five PhD scholars.... more

Answered on Jul 17, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jul 17, 2026
Career
Hi Sir, I have got CSE core at thapar. But I have seen a lot of negative sentiment against thapar recently. What are the reasons behind it? Is thapar worth it in 2026? How are the placements, peer quality & overall status of Thapar right now? I have 96.83 in Jee mains & 2840 rank in comedk. Should I look for other options like mid-lower IIITs (CSE at IIIT kottayam, dharwad, ranchi, bhubaneshwar, kurnool, Bhagalpur etc. IT at Bhopal, sonepat. ECE at IIIT Nagpur, Vadodra) CSE/ECE achievable at my rank (49700 rank in jee) in CSAB counselling or should I go for comedk colleges like MS Ramaiah, BMSCE CSE and CSE specializations etc or just go with Thapar? Also could you give me some data about the average, median packages and % of students placed at Thapar COPC, COE.Thanks a lot sir for your time.
Ans: HI,
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First of all, try to forget about placements and salary packages for now. If you are very strong academically, you can secure a job easily during campus placements. The institution provides a platform for you to showcase your abilities and allows you to analyze who your competitors are, as they come from the same institution. So, don’t worry; just focus on maximizing your potential. When it comes to reviews, reliable information is often hard to come by. If you really want to know more about the institutions you are interested in, visit their websites and analyze the faculty members (their experience and research areas) and the percentage of staff turnover. This method is more effective than relying on others' opinions. Always aim to join any course through competitive exams, as this will benefit your future job prospects after completing the course. Securing a seat in a national institute is generally preferable compared to private institutions, so make sure to participate in the counseling process until it’s complete.

Secure admission to IIIT through counseling and participate in CSAB rounds. If you get your desired branch, then release the other admission (IIIT).

This is my recommendation.

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Answered on Jul 17, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jul 17, 2026
Career
Hi Sir, I have got CSE core at thapar. But I have seen a lot of negative sentiment against thapar recently. What are the reasons behind it? Is thapar worth it in 2026? How are the placements, peer quality & overall status of Thapar right now? I have 96.83 in Jee mains & 2840 rank in comedk. Should I look for other options like mid-lower IIITs (CSE at IIIT kottayam, dharwad, ranchi, bhubaneshwar, kurnool, Bhagalpur etc. IT at Bhopal, sonepat. ECE at IIIT Nagpur, Vadodra) CSE/ECE achievable at my rank (49700 rank in jee) in CSAB counselling or should I go for comedk colleges like MS Ramaiah, BMSCE CSE and CSE specializations etc or just go with Thapar? Also could you give me some data about the average, median packages and % of students placed at Thapar COPC, COE.Thanks a lot sir for your time.
Ans: HI,
GREETINGS FROM THE REDIFFGURUS!
First of all, try to forget about placements and salary packages for now. If you are very strong academically, you can secure a job easily during campus placements. The institution provides a platform for you to showcase your abilities and allows you to analyze who your competitors are, as they come from the same institution. So, don’t worry; just focus on maximizing your potential. When it comes to reviews, reliable information is often hard to come by. If you really want to know more about the institutions you are interested in, visit their websites and analyze the faculty members (their experience and research areas) and the percentage of staff turnover. This method is more effective than relying on others' opinions. Always aim to join any course through competitive exams, as this will benefit your future job prospects after completing the course. Securing a seat in a national institute is generally preferable compared to private institutions, so make sure to participate in the counseling process until it’s complete.

Secure admission to IIIT through counseling and participate in CSAB rounds. If you get your desired branch, then release the other admission (IIIT).

This is my recommendation.
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Answered on Jul 17, 2026

Career
Hi Sir, I have got CSE core at thapar. But I have seen a lot of negative sentiment against thapar recently. What are the reasons behind it? Is thapar worth it in 2026? How are the placements, peer quality & overall status of Thapar right now? I have 96.83 in Jee mains & 2840 rank in comedk. Should I look for other options like mid-lower IIITs (CSE at IIIT kottayam, dharwad, ranchi, bhubaneshwar, kurnool, Bhagalpur etc. IT at Bhopal, sonepat. ECE at IIIT Nagpur, Vadodra) CSE/ECE achievable at my rank (49700 rank in jee) in CSAB counselling or should I go for comedk colleges like MS Ramaiah, BMSCE CSE and CSE specializations etc or just go with Thapar? Also could you give me some data about the average, median packages and % of students placed at Thapar COPC, COE.Thanks a lot sir for your time.
Ans: HI,
GREETINGS FROM THE REDIFFGURUS!
First of all, try to forget about placements and salary packages for now. If you are very strong academically, you can secure a job easily during campus placements. The institution provides a platform for you to showcase your abilities and allows you to analyze who your competitors are, as they come from the same institution. So, don’t worry; just focus on maximizing your potential. When it comes to reviews, reliable information is often hard to come by. If you really want to know more about the institutions you are interested in, visit their websites and analyze the faculty members (their experience and research areas) and the percentage of staff turnover. This method is more effective than relying on others' opinions. Always aim to join any course through competitive exams, as this will benefit your future job prospects after completing the course. Securing a seat in a national institute is generally preferable compared to private institutions, so make sure to participate in the counseling process until it’s complete.

Secure admission to IIIT through counseling and participate in CSAB rounds. If you get your desired branch, then release the other admission (IIIT).

This is my recommendation.

BEST WISHES.
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Answered on Jul 10, 2026

Career
Dear Mam, My son is studying in 12th Sciences B group, in study he is average. Which course and abroad country is best and safe for nursing course as well as pharmacy. Also suggest best abroad course other than above.
Ans: HI BHAVIN,
GREETINGS FROM THE REDIFFGURUS!
The B group means without Maths, correct? If so, my suggestion is that if you want to pursue an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy or Nursing, it's better to study in India rather than going abroad.

Why do I say this? For example, many students prefer to study Medicine abroad, but they face numerous challenges when it comes to completing the screening exams. Only about 10% of the students manage to pass their screening exams. To clear these exams, they incur costs for coaching fees, exam fees, accommodation, and food. Most cannot pass on their first attempt; they must study 19 subjects for a single exam day. Within that one day, they need to recall all the subjects and provide answers. Additionally, the exam pattern changes every six months (as it has for the past two years). Students do not receive model question papers or mock tests from the authorities, nor can they verify their papers, as answer keys are not released like in other competitive tests. These are the problems faced by hundreds of thousands of graduates.

I've explained the challenges of the medical screening exam to highlight that similar issues are likely to arise in the pharmacy field as well. Significant educational reforms are being introduced, so it's better to pursue the course in India.

As for Nursing, India offers better opportunities compared to other countries due to the abundance of patients available for learning and growth. In contrast, such exposure is difficult to find abroad. When selecting an institution, opt for government institutions or those with a hospital capacity of over 200 beds to ensure a quality learning experience. Otherwise, institutions may send students to smaller hospitals where they are utilized as labor rather than as learners. Therefore, be cautious when choosing an institution.

After completing your undergraduate degree, you can consider going abroad. However, it’s crucial to choose the institute yourself rather than going through agents. Make sure to select a postgraduate program that aligns with your undergraduate studies, and avoid enrolling in unrelated courses. Many students find themselves trapped in such situations, suffering under the guise of studying abroad. There are also instances where students are misled in the name of obtaining a green card or citizenship. Additionally, in foreign countries, there are often separate classes for Indian students, creating an environment that feels like “another Indian college in a foreign setting.”

So, let him try to enroll in a good institution (regardless of NIRF rankings). Choose the best institution based on your domicile. If you want more detailed suggestions, please share your domicile so I can recommend colleges for pursuing undergraduate studies in Pharmacy or Nursing.

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Answered on Jul 01, 2026

Answered on Jun 27, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jun 25, 2026
Career
Sir is there any options for 14k rank in ST category JEE mains
Ans: HI
GREETINGS FROM THE REDIFFGURUS!
Please share your domicile details with me so that I can provide a precise prediction.
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Answered on Jun 22, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jun 22, 2026Hindi
Career
My daughter is a 2028 neet aspirant who is confused in choosing the extra subject along with PCB for class 11. She has been studying maths since May and has completed 2 chapters already. But now she is thinking to change her subject because of time management issues. Please tell if she should choose Bitechnology, Computer Science or continue with maths, taking board/school exams as well as NEET preperation into consideration. Please help
Ans: Hi,
GREETINGS FROM THE REDIFFGURUS.
That's a good question.

Since she is a NEET aspirant, there's no need to worry about the fourth subject, whether it's Mathematics, Biotechnology, or Computer Science. My suggestion is to stick with Mathematics. Studying Math will help her tackle the physics portion of the NEET exam more easily, especially since many students often struggle with the calculations in that section.

So, don’t worry; the choice you’ve made is the best one. There is NO benefit to choosing Computer Science at this time, and while a few questions may appear in NEET related to Biotechnology, those will mostly be covered in Biology. So, please proceed with Mathematics. I hope you understand my point.

From now on, please don’t change her mind or let her get distracted.

One suggestion I have is that she should start preparing for NEET immediately. How? She should download the NEET syllabus from the official website and go through it. Encourage her to segregate the chapters based on Class 11 and Class 12. For any topics in the Class 11 syllabus, she should review them and clarify any doubts in her regular classes before completing that syllabus. The same approach should be applied for Class 12 as well.

Additionally, she should try some free mock tests available online. Encourage her to practice yoga and meditation, as this will help her manage stress. With a focused approach, she can score well and secure a seat in top medical colleges like AIIMS or JIPMER.

If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact me through RediffGurus

All the best!
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Answered on Jun 21, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jun 19, 2026Hindi
Career
Sir my son has secured CSE in Manipal main campus in the first round and fees deposited. He has got a BITSAT score of 250 and wants to pursue Dual degree program from any one of the three campuses of BITS Pilani as BE four years is difficult to get. Please advise the order of choices he should go Dual degree in BITS campus wise and branch wise sequence or should he go for Manipal. Thanks.
Ans: SIR,
GREETINGS FROM THE REDIFFGURUS!
Based on the engineering program, he can choose from various dual degree options. If he is interested in Civil, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or B.E. Pharmaceutical Engineering, he should consider pursuing a combination with Chemistry. Alternatively, he can choose from Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electronics and Instrumentation, Manufacturing Engineering, Environmental and Sustainability Engineering, or again B.E. Pharmaceutical Engineering. He also has the option to focus on Physics.

He can prioritize attending the Pilani campus, followed by the Hyderabad and Goa campuses.

In my opinion, most students seeking jobs primarily rely on their first degree rather than their dual degree. Additionally, it’s unlikely that someone can achieve expertise in multiple subjects within just one year. Therefore, it may be better for him to pursue a conventional path. This way, he can concentrate more on specific subjects, gain a deeper understanding, and ultimately increase his employability.

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