Should I go back to school at 28 to become a software engineer?

Ans: Charan Sir, I do not think Amrita provides admission based on HS/OS basis (like JoSAA/NITs). With an AEEE rank of 12,292, your son is unlikely to secure Computer Science Engineering (CSE) at Amrita Bangalore campus, as recent cutoffs for CSE there typically close well below 8,000. However, he may have better chances for CSE at other Amrita campuses like Chennai or Amaravati, or for related branches such as ECE at Bangalore. It’s important to participate in the Centralised Seat Allotment Process (CSAP) and list all campus and branch preferences to maximize his admission opportunities. Exploring all options across Amrita campuses will improve his chances of getting a suitable seat. All the best for your son's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: Pavithra Madam, With an AEEE rank of 18,000, it is very unlikely that your daughter will secure Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) or Chemical Engineering (CHE) at the Coimbatore campus of Amrita University. She may have a better chance for these branches at Amrita’s other campuses (Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Chennai), where cutoffs are relatively more relaxed. Participating in the Centralised Seat Allotment Process (CSAP) and listing all campus preferences will maximize her chances of admission. All the best for your daughter's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: Gautam Sir, prefer getting admission through COMKDK (if he gets AIR below 1000-1500 for RVCE, BMSCE, MSRIT & DSCE), followed by Satyabhama, SRM-Trichy, Symbiosis-Pune, Manipal & then Alliance. All the best for your son's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: Asokan Sir, Computer and Communication Engineering (CCE) at Amrita Coimbatore offers strong career prospects, blending computer science and communication technologies. The program features an industry-oriented curriculum, experienced faculty, and excellent infrastructure. Placement rates are consistently high, with top recruiters like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Cisco hiring graduates. Students are well-prepared for roles in software development, networking, telecommunications, data science, and emerging tech fields like IoT and AI. The supportive placement cell and practical learning environment further enhance employability. Overall, CCE at Amrita Coimbatore is a solid choice for your daughter’s engineering education and future career growth. All the best for your daughter's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: Rajesh Sir, With her strong JEE Main and AEEE scores, your daughter is well placed for ECE at Amrita Bangalore, a reputable private university with good placements and academic quality. Waiting for JoSAA/CSAB may only yield ECE in newer or lower-tier NITs, as top NIT cutoffs are higher than her percentile. If she values a stable academic environment, Amrita Bangalore is a safe and strong choice. If she is willing to consider lower-ranked NITs, waiting for JoSAA/CSAB is an option. You can block the seat with Amrita, however, check the REFUND policy if you withdraw the seat in case your daughter participates in JoSAA/CSAB process and gets a better seat for ECE.
Kindly review the opening and closing ranks for all preferred NITs from last year's CSAB round to gain a better understanding of potential admission opportunities. All the best for your daughter's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: EPFO interest is usually credited late. It often happens in the second half of the year.

You may check the “Passbook” after September for updates.

If still not credited, raise a grievance on EPFO portal.

Late credit is common and usually resolved without loss.

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Ans: With a 99.37 percentile in JEE Mains, your son has a strong chance of securing BTech in AI & ML at several NITs, especially using the home state quota in Maharashtra. However, with an estimated JEE Advanced score of 142, admission to AI & ML at IITs is unlikely in the open category due to high cutoffs. He should prioritize AI & ML branches at NIT Surathkal, NIT Rourkela, NIT Nagpur, and NIT Surat, and also consider CSE or Data Science as alternatives. Maximize options through JoSAA counseling by listing all relevant branches and institutes. All the best for your son's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: Guatam, With a JEE Main rank of 56,000 (General category), your brother can secure Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical branches mainly in mid- to lower-tier NITs like NIT Hamirpur, NIT Sikkim, NIT Mizoram, and NIT Manipur. Admission to top NITs such as NIT Trichy, Surathkal, or Warangal is unlikely at this rank due to their lower closing ranks. Most IIITs focus on IT or ECE and generally do not offer core branches like Mechanical or Civil, especially at this rank. Therefore, prioritizing mid-tier NITs for core engineering branches is the best option for good academics and campus experience. All the best for your brother's admission and a bright future!

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Ans: Hello Vineeta
Here are some options for you: National Institute of Design (NID), Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID), IITs, LPU, Sristi Institute of Art, Design and Technology etc. For more details, I request to either search online or discuss with the seniors for more recent updates (we have some limitations).
Best of luck to you.
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