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Mayank Chandel
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Mayank Chandel has over 18 years of experience coaching and training students for various exams like IIT-JEE, NEET-UG, SAT, CLAT, CA and CS.
Besides coaching students for entrance exams, he also guides Class 10 and 12 students about career options in engineering, medicine and the vocational sciences.
His interest in coaching students led him to launch the firm, CareerStreets.
Chandel holds an engineering degree in electronics from Nagpur University.... more
Besides coaching students for entrance exams, he also guides Class 10 and 12 students about career options in engineering, medicine and the vocational sciences.
His interest in coaching students led him to launch the firm, CareerStreets.
Chandel holds an engineering degree in electronics from Nagpur University.... more
Answered on Dec 17, 2025
If I submit my old EWS certificate and am unable to provide a new one, will my result not be displayed after I take the exam? Because when I called the IIT JAM office, they said that the result would not be shown.
Ans: Yes they can withhold the result. if you are unsure of getting EWS certificate for next session then apply in open category.
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Answered on Dec 13, 2025
Hello
My son will be completing his tenth this year and wish to appear for NEET. We reside at Andheri-Mumbai. Can you please suggest good coaching institutes for the same near by based on overall performance , teacher quality and process of coaching
Ans: Hello Sudhir Ji
it will be very difficult for me to suggest on this.
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it will be very difficult for me to suggest on this.
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Asked by Anonymous - Oct 04, 2025Hindi
Sir my name on aadhar is first name +surname
On tenth marksheet is first name+fathers name +surname
Will it create problem for jee exams
Ans: I don't think there should be any problem. They may ask you to submit the affidavit if they feel so.
In the mean time you can get your aadhar updated as per your marksheet.
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In the mean time you can get your aadhar updated as per your marksheet.
Answered on Dec 11, 2025
Sir mene class 12 board cbse se diya usme meri maths me compartment lag gayi fir compartment ka paper aaya usme bhi fail ho Gaya sir mere pass 6 subject the overall paas hogaya fir mene nios se maths pass kar liya , is wajah se meri do marksheet ho gayi hai to me Iit jee ke liye eligbl hoon
Ans: Hello Prince
you are eligible for IIT JEE
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you are eligible for IIT JEE
Answered on Dec 11, 2025
Hi Sir, My daughter is studying in Grade 5 and following CBSE curriculum. She wishes to join Indian Navy after her schooling. Since we are getting transfer in every three years, it is difficult for her to continue her studies in the same school. So we are planning to take admission in a boarding school with ICSE curriculum. What is your opinion or advice on this?
Ans: Hello Archana ji,
As far as i understand, for defence exams (like NDA, Navy SSR/AA, CDS in future), CBSE has a slight practical advantage. The syllabus of NDA written exam aligns more closely with NCERT (CBSE) textbooks.
Competitive exams like JEE (for Navy B.Tech entry), AISSEE (for Sainik Schools), RIMC, and Olympiads also follow CBSE patterns.
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As far as i understand, for defence exams (like NDA, Navy SSR/AA, CDS in future), CBSE has a slight practical advantage. The syllabus of NDA written exam aligns more closely with NCERT (CBSE) textbooks.
Competitive exams like JEE (for Navy B.Tech entry), AISSEE (for Sainik Schools), RIMC, and Olympiads also follow CBSE patterns.
Answered on Dec 10, 2025
I am student of class 11 and have pcmb in HSC board and was preparing for jee
But I am not able to handle stress so I drop jee and want to completely drop maths
Ans: Hello Aachal
check with your school if they allow to drop math in between, if they have submitted the enrollment details to the board then it will be difficult.
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check with your school if they allow to drop math in between, if they have submitted the enrollment details to the board then it will be difficult.
Answered on Dec 08, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Dec 08, 2025Hindi
Hello sir, While filling the JEE registration form, I had mistakenly added Mr. and Mrs. prefixes at my parent's name respectively. Their names are without prefixes in my matriculation certificates and Aadhaar card. I have been advised to make two affidavits stating the prefix discrepancy for the JOSAA Counselling. Since the discrepancy is with two names, Is it big enough to get my admission rejected? If not, with which documents should i submit the affidavits along with so that a query is not raised during the JOSAA counselling ?
Ans: Hi
Don't worry. This won't get your application rejected.
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Don't worry. This won't get your application rejected.
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Answered on Dec 08, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Nov 18, 2025Hindi
Sir I passed class 12th from Maharashtra board (PCMB + English) I scored 48 in chemistry 52 in physics and 46 in biology I have a marksheet from Nios board which consists only one subject biology in which I scored 58 marks , My question is am I eligible for admission in mbbs ( govt college ) if I score good in Neet 2026 ??? Can I combine state board (PCB)marksheet + Nios ( biology marksheet) to fullfill 50% PCB aggregate score ?? I am from general Ews category please resolve my query
Ans: I recommend appearing for all 5 subjects through NIOS
Asked on - Dec 08, 2025 | Answered on Dec 08, 2025
Am I ineligible for mbbs?? Will they reject me?
Ans: Might be as you gave PCMB already from MS board. There is not concrete answer in counselling brochure.
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Asked by Anonymous - Nov 14, 2025Hindi
My son is preparing for JEE. He wants to pursue Mathematics in the future.Just wanted to know, which are the acclaimed universities which are good for research in the field of Maths , which he can aim for?, and can resaerch also be a career option in our country?. Thank you.
Ans: Hello
IITs are the top institutions wherein you can take Applied Maths. Apart from that Indian Statistical Institute, Chennai Mathematical Institute, IISc Bangalore, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, IISERs are the other good options in our country.
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IITs are the top institutions wherein you can take Applied Maths. Apart from that Indian Statistical Institute, Chennai Mathematical Institute, IISc Bangalore, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, IISERs are the other good options in our country.
Answered on Dec 08, 2025
Sir mera ek doubt hai ki maine class 12th 2024 me diya hai bihar board se aur jee mains first time appear in 2025 bit jee advanced ke liye qulify nahi kar paye to mai jee advanced 2026 ke liye ellible honge aur agar mai nios se dubara 12th de kar jee mains ke form me apperaing fill kar de to kya tab jee advanced 2026 ke liye ellible honge plese sir maine bahut logo se pucha hai lekin koi kabhi koi answer deta hai aur 1 hours baad koi aur answers mai ummeed karta hu ki aap mujhe honest answer denge
Ans: Hello Amit
Aap JEE-Advanced 2026 nahi de paoge.
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Aap JEE-Advanced 2026 nahi de paoge.
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My son in Class 10, ICSE board. Best planning for cracking the IIT entrance exam.
Ans: Hi Sumanta
I assume your son is not enrolled in any foundation program for the IIT Entrance Exam. He must enroll in good training institute, for a 2 year program. Please ensure the coaching is good, not some kind of franchisee taken by some local person. rest they will take care of. By 11th end his 70% syllabus must be over, means He starts in April 2026, then in Apr-May 2027 his 70% syllabus must have been completed.
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I assume your son is not enrolled in any foundation program for the IIT Entrance Exam. He must enroll in good training institute, for a 2 year program. Please ensure the coaching is good, not some kind of franchisee taken by some local person. rest they will take care of. By 11th end his 70% syllabus must be over, means He starts in April 2026, then in Apr-May 2027 his 70% syllabus must have been completed.
Answered on Dec 04, 2025
My son will be appearing for JEE Main & JEE Advanced 2026 and will participate in JoSAA Counselling 2026. I request clarification regarding the GEN-EWS certificate date requirement for next year.
I have already applied for an EWS certificate for current year 2025, and the application is under process. However, I am unsure whether this certificate will be accepted during JoSAA 2026, or whether candidates will be required to submit a fresh certificate for FY 2026–27 (issued on or after 1 April 2026).
My concern is that if JoSAA requires a certificate issued after 1 April 2026, students will have only 1–1.5 months to complete the entire procedure, which is difficult considering normal government processing timelines.
Also, during current JEE form filling, students are asked to upload a GEN-EWS certificate issued on or after 1 April 2025, or an application acknowledgement. This has created confusion among parents regarding which year’s certificate will finally be valid at the time of counselling.
I request your kind guidance on:
Which GEN-EWS certificate will be accepted for JoSAA Counselling 2026 —
a certificate for FY 2025–26 (issued after 1 April 2025), or a new certificate for FY 2026–27 (issued after 1 April 2026)?
Ans: Hi
You need not worry about the EWS certificate. Even if you apply for the next year's certificate on 1 Apr 2026, the second session of JEE MAINS will still be held, followed by JEE ADVANCED, which will be held in May. JOSAA starts in June. so you will have 2 months in hand for fresh EWS certificate.
You need not worry about the EWS certificate. Even if you apply for the next year's certificate on 1 Apr 2026, the second session of JEE MAINS will still be held, followed by JEE ADVANCED, which will be held in May. JOSAA starts in June. so you will have 2 months in hand for fresh EWS certificate.
Asked on - Dec 08, 2025 | Answered on Dec 08, 2025
Okay Sir. Thanks a lot.
Ans: welcome sir.
Answered on Dec 04, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Nov 22, 2025Hindi
I have 2 marksheet one is completed 12th from bio subject and other one is single maths marksheet but both are of same boards, with this marksheet I gave jee, and take admission in engineering college...but now I have a doubt cani eligible for placement drive?
Ans: Hi
Since you have appeared for JEE & got admission in an engineering college as well, be assured about the placement.
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Since you have appeared for JEE & got admission in an engineering college as well, be assured about the placement.
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Asked by Anonymous - Nov 29, 2025Hindi
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Asked by Anonymous - Nov 27, 2025Hindi
I passed class 12th CBSE in the 2024–25 session with 65%. I wanted to prepare for JEE, but I missed the date for improvement. Now in November, I have only one option left — to fill the NIOS form and appear for the exam in October 2026–27. But am I eligible for JEE 2027 if I score above 75% in NIOS 12th? And if yes, will I be able to get admission in an NIT? Also, what documents will I need during counselling?”
Ans: Hi
you still have a chance you can enroll in NWAC board and appear JEE this year.
I can help you with this.
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you still have a chance you can enroll in NWAC board and appear JEE this year.
I can help you with this.
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Answered on Nov 13, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Oct 29, 2025Hindi
How do I fill my jee mains 2026 registration form since I am a repeater and I gave my 12th boards in 2024 from PCB stream but I would be given seperate maths boards exam in 2026 ?
Ans: hi
Since you are appearing for an additional Maths paper in 2026, you will also have to show that separately later.
In the JEE Main form, there is a field:
“If appearing for improvement or additional subject exam – give details.”
Here, mention:
Appearing subject: Mathematics
Board: (same as 2024 or NIOS or whichever you are taking the exam from)
Year of appearing: 2026
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Since you are appearing for an additional Maths paper in 2026, you will also have to show that separately later.
In the JEE Main form, there is a field:
“If appearing for improvement or additional subject exam – give details.”
Here, mention:
Appearing subject: Mathematics
Board: (same as 2024 or NIOS or whichever you are taking the exam from)
Year of appearing: 2026
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Asked by Anonymous - Oct 22, 2025Hindi
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Asked by Anonymous - Sep 16, 2025Hindi
Hello sir I am a dropper preparing for jee 2026 , I am an St candidate , am good in studies (didn't do coaching in 12th ) and am scoring good in my coaching tests . What should be minimum and maximum percentile criteria (not marks) for me to get a top nit and iit? I have already checked the website , am here only for guidance for my prep.
Ans: Hi
to get into top NITs even in ST category you need to score atleast above 95%ile. For IITs you need to clear JEE Advanced.
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to get into top NITs even in ST category you need to score atleast above 95%ile. For IITs you need to clear JEE Advanced.
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Asked by Anonymous - Nov 02, 2025Hindi
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Maine class 12th 2024 me aur jee main 2025 me diya jisme qulify nahi kar paya to kya mai nios me ek fresh candidate ki tarah april me 12th de ke jee advanced de sakta hu plese sir bahut log mughe misguide kar rahe hai
Ans: Hi Amit
Official Rule (NTA / JEE Advanced ke guidelines se):
“A candidate can appear in JEE Main for three consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12 or equivalent examination.”
“If a candidate appears in Class 12 again in a later year with a recognized board (like NIOS) and passes, the latest passing year will be treated as the qualifying year.”
Matlab Simple Bhasha Mein:
Agar aap NIOS se April 2026 me 12th exam dete ho (as a fresh candidate, not improvement),
to aapka Class 12 passing year = 2026 maana jayega.
Then you will be eligible for:
JEE Main 2026, 2027, 2028
JEE Advanced 2026 & 2027 (because Advanced sirf 2 saal ke liye valid hota hai)
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Official Rule (NTA / JEE Advanced ke guidelines se):
“A candidate can appear in JEE Main for three consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12 or equivalent examination.”
“If a candidate appears in Class 12 again in a later year with a recognized board (like NIOS) and passes, the latest passing year will be treated as the qualifying year.”
Matlab Simple Bhasha Mein:
Agar aap NIOS se April 2026 me 12th exam dete ho (as a fresh candidate, not improvement),
to aapka Class 12 passing year = 2026 maana jayega.
Then you will be eligible for:
JEE Main 2026, 2027, 2028
JEE Advanced 2026 & 2027 (because Advanced sirf 2 saal ke liye valid hota hai)
Answered on Nov 02, 2025
I am having a dilemma to choose between CSE dual Degree in IIITDM kancheepuram and CSE btech in IIIT SRI CITY , placements are very good in IIIT SRI CITY whereas IIITDM kancheepuram placements are average, my only problem is I would have to take 8-10 lakhs education loan if I choose IIIT SRI CITY(PPP MODEL) , whereas for IIIT KANCHEEPURAM, my parents can afford the whole fees , but I am also concerned whether IIITDM KANCHEEPURAM is not made for CSE specialisations and it is rather suitable for students looking for ECE/MECH due to DM suffix , please help me make a wise decision, apart from fees , placements are also top priority, and lastly , does a dual degree yield better placements in IIITDM KANCHEEPURAM. ?
Ans: Hi abhimanyu
i personally recommend that its better not to go for a dual degree, it has its limitation. SRICITY is way better than KANCHEEPURAM.
DUAL Degree placements are not as good as B.Tech
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i personally recommend that its better not to go for a dual degree, it has its limitation. SRICITY is way better than KANCHEEPURAM.
DUAL Degree placements are not as good as B.Tech
Answered on Nov 02, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Sep 26, 2025Hindi
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Hello Sir, My Son is applying for JEE Mains 2026. My name in his Board marks sheet issued by Board has G Santosh Kumar whereas My name in the aadhar card of my son has G Santhosh Kumar
My Aadhar Card is spelt as Santosh Kumar G
Will these mistakes pose him a problem
I am not able to update the Aadhar card due to passage of time
Please Advise
Ans: Hi this won't pose any problem. You can go ahead
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Asked by Anonymous - Oct 17, 2025Hindi
Sir, I am passed student of cbse but I don't get 75 percent marks in boards.
Now it's time I take admission in nios for October 2025 session and it's allow only 4 subject . Can I eligible for josa
Ans: hi
for JEE/JoSAA eligibility, you must have:
At least 5 subjects in your qualifying exam, which must include:
Physics
Mathematics
Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational Subject
2 other subjects
This 5-subject rule is strict — NTA and JoSAA both follow it.
Go for the complete exam through NIOS & take 5 subjects in NIOS (October 2025 session).
That makes you fully eligible for:
JEE Main 2026 & 2027
JoSAA counselling (for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs)
Even JEE Advanced, if you meet percentile and other criteria
Make sure your NIOS subject list includes:
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
English
Any one more subject (like Computer Science, Biology, or any elective)
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for JEE/JoSAA eligibility, you must have:
At least 5 subjects in your qualifying exam, which must include:
Physics
Mathematics
Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational Subject
2 other subjects
This 5-subject rule is strict — NTA and JoSAA both follow it.
Go for the complete exam through NIOS & take 5 subjects in NIOS (October 2025 session).
That makes you fully eligible for:
JEE Main 2026 & 2027
JoSAA counselling (for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs)
Even JEE Advanced, if you meet percentile and other criteria
Make sure your NIOS subject list includes:
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
English
Any one more subject (like Computer Science, Biology, or any elective)
Answered on Nov 02, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Nov 01, 2025Hindi
I have passed 12th in 2023 , can i appear for jee main 2026,during filling the form we able to fill, par baad me koi problem to nahin hoga
Ans: Hi
if you passed Class 12 in 2023, your eligible years are:
2023
2024
2025
That means you are not eligible for JEE Main 2026, since it will be your fourth attempt (beyond the 3-year window).
The online form may still allow you to fill since NTA doesn’t block automatically by year.
But, during document verification or result processing, your candidature can be cancelled for being ineligible.
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if you passed Class 12 in 2023, your eligible years are:
2023
2024
2025
That means you are not eligible for JEE Main 2026, since it will be your fourth attempt (beyond the 3-year window).
The online form may still allow you to fill since NTA doesn’t block automatically by year.
But, during document verification or result processing, your candidature can be cancelled for being ineligible.
Answered on Nov 02, 2025
Asked by Anonymous - Nov 02, 2025Hindi
Sir, I am from Tripura. I made my state OBC in 4/2024 and central OBC in 6/2024 and with the central OBC and parents income certificate I made my OBC ncl in 4/2025 as per the format given by jee adv this year but I can't see anything like catagory certificate number or ID in my NCL. Yes there's a catagory no in my state OBC certificate starting with OBCS/XXXX/XXXXX and in my central OBC the no is OBCC/XXXX/XXXXX but there nothing like that in my NCL , there is something a 4 digit number only written in my NCL under which the date of issuing is written. Now NTA wants OBC ncl number with also after 1/4/2025 what number should I fill? Can you help me by collecting the proper and exact information regarding it , I would be very grateful to you.
Ans: Hi
it would be difficult to guide like this. If you can share the certficate through insta handle. it will be easy for me to help you.
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it would be difficult to guide like this. If you can share the certficate through insta handle. it will be easy for me to help you.
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passed my 12th in 2024 and have not given mains or advance in 2024 itself but have given jee mains i.my-12th-in-2024-and-have-not-given-mains-or-advance-in-2024-itself-but-have-given-jee-mains-in-2025-what-if-i-did-not-clear-this-attempt-for-advance-will-i-still-be-eligible-for-jee-main-and-advance-both-of-2026
Ans: Hello Amit
JEE Main Eligibility:
You can appear in JEE Main for 3 consecutive years after passing Class 12.
Since you passed in 2024, you are eligible for JEE Main 2024, 2025, and 2026.
So — JEE Main 2026 = your last eligible attempt.
JEE Advanced Eligibility:
You can attempt JEE Advanced only twice in consecutive years after passing 12th.
Since you didn’t appear in 2024, your first attempt is 2025.
Therefore, you will also be eligible for JEE Advanced 2026 (your second and final attempt).
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JEE Main Eligibility:
You can appear in JEE Main for 3 consecutive years after passing Class 12.
Since you passed in 2024, you are eligible for JEE Main 2024, 2025, and 2026.
So — JEE Main 2026 = your last eligible attempt.
JEE Advanced Eligibility:
You can attempt JEE Advanced only twice in consecutive years after passing 12th.
Since you didn’t appear in 2024, your first attempt is 2025.
Therefore, you will also be eligible for JEE Advanced 2026 (your second and final attempt).
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Asked by Anonymous - Aug 21, 2025Hindi
Hii everyone i attempted neet in 2024 i couldn't clear but the thing is I didn't really do coaching for it so I took a drop and joined pw offline coaching but still didn't clear neet , in my 10th i did cbse and scored 86 percentage in 12th I scored 73.2 percentage in cbse I didn't think it will matter also because I was sure to clear neet , now I joined engineering college btech cse ai and ds I'm scared now if I will meet the eligibility criteria for companies cause like my roomates and many ppl I know too state and scored like 94 percentage in 10th so I'm really scared for life now someone pls help also I'm in hostel so it's more scary without parents
Ans: Hi
Your boards will not hamper your placements as you have decent percentage. Work hard in these 4 years, make a good portfolio, work diligently on projects, participate in hackathons, and coding camps.
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Your boards will not hamper your placements as you have decent percentage. Work hard in these 4 years, make a good portfolio, work diligently on projects, participate in hackathons, and coding camps.
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Asked by Anonymous - Aug 22, 2025Hindi
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Asked by Anonymous - Aug 22, 2025Hindi
I have got placement under csab spl round ar CU JHARKHAND RANCHI in B.TECH CSE, my CRL is 173137 general, please whether can I take admission in it and please tell me the prospect under CU JHARKHAND RANCHI? Or I will wait for WBJEE 2025 Councilling, your suggestion please?
Ans: What are your chances and choices in WBJEE?
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Hello Sir, My nephew got Artificial Intelligence and data science in Zeal College of Engineering & Research pune , his mh cet score is 78% it is good or we can try in 4th round for betterment? Please suggest. Thanks you
Ans: Hi Vinod
you can try betterment, if you are concerned about college over branch try ENTC in higher colleges than Zeal.
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you can try betterment, if you are concerned about college over branch try ENTC in higher colleges than Zeal.
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Asked by Anonymous - Aug 23, 2025Hindi
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