I have chosen to study PharmD, but I'm seeing many comments that it's not worth it and that it's a waste of time. Can someone let me know my career options here in India and at foreign countries

Ans: With AIR 20,098, Vellore campus is possible, but CSE Core in a low category is unlikely. The expected pattern shows Vellore CSE around Category 3/4 near 20k, while CSE specialisations may be possible in higher categories. ECE/EEE/mechanical have better chances. Have 4-5 other backup options of reputed Private Engineering Colleges, in and around your State. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on your son's score, the best preference can be NIT Durgapur CSE, which looks strong/safe, as 2025 OBC-NCL HS CSE closed around 7980, and ECE/M&C also closed much lower than his rank. He should also try MNNIT Allahabad CSE/ECE, NIT Rourkela ECE/EE, NIT Jamshedpur CSE/ECE, NIT Calicut/Surat/Jaipur ECE/EE, and IIIT Gwalior/IIIT Jabalpur/IIIT Lucknow/IIIT Kalyani CSE-related branches. Have 4-5 backup options of reputed private engineering colleges along with WBJEE. Additionally, reviewing JoSAA opening and closing ranks from the past 2–3 years will provide valuable insights and help your son confidently select and fill his preferred & maximum number of choices. Additionally, reviewing JoSAA opening and closing ranks from the past 2–3 years will provide valuable insights and help your son confidently select and fill his preferred & maximum number of choices. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on your daughter's score, top NIT/IIIT CSE or ECE admissions are unlikely. Also, the home state for JoSAA counseling depends primarily on the Class 12 state of eligibility, not the current residence. For example, if Class 12 was completed in Gujarat, the Gujarat HS quota applies, not Delhi. A top NIT/IIIT CSE/ECE is unlikely. Also, home state in JoSAA depends mainly on Class 12 state of eligibility, not where she is staying; if Class 12 is from Gujarat, use the Gujarat HS quota, not Delhi. JoSAA publishes institute-wise opening/closing ranks for verification.

Probable JoSAA/CSAB options: SVNIT Surat lower branches only as a long shot in CSAB, not CSE/ECE; try GFTIs like Assam University, Gurukula Kangri, Mizoram University, SMVDU, and other lower-demand branches. For better branches, target Gujarat/private options: Nirma, PDEU, DAIICT for ICT-related if eligible, DDU Nadiad, CSPIT/CHARUSAT, LDCE/other ACPC colleges, plus Thapar, Jaypee, Manipal Jaipur, SRM, and VIT-AP/Bhopal. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Satvik, before I answer your question, I suggest you ask your sister which branch she is interested in or passionate about, and what types of problems she wants to solve in the future to make the best choice. However, she should also remain adaptable and open to changing her focus if her interests evolve during her undergraduate program by upgrading her skills and staying informed about job market trends. Answering your question, please note, for placement security, VIT Vellore ECE is the best choice, offering a strong balance of brand reputation, alumni network, recruiters, and access to tech placements, with VIT reporting top recruiters and a high CTC of ?1 crore across all campuses. VIT Vellore EEE is a good option only if she is committed to developing strong coding and electronics skills. The AI-ML branch at VIT AP or Bhopal is attractive, though the campus brand is not as established as Vellore; notably, VIT Bhopal reported a highest package of 51 LPA and over 1,100 placements for 2025. Mahindra University’s CSE/AI program is a promising emerging option, with an average salary of 9.1 LPA and a highest package of 40 LPA in 2024. SRM Ramapuram’s CSE/AI offers a reasonable backup, while Alliance’s CSE/AI should be considered last. Overall, the final recommendation is to prioritize VIT Vellore ECE over AI/ML at the newer campuses. All the Best for Your Sister's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With an AEEE rank of 15,000, admission to Amrita is definitely possible, but securing a CSE Core seat at Coimbatore or Bengaluru is challenging. More realistic options include ECE, EEE, or ELC at Amritapuri, Chennai, or Bengaluru, as well as mechanical, civil, automation/robotics, or other lower-demand branches at Coimbatore or Chennai, depending on the fee category. CSE specializations may be available primarily at newer or lower-demand campuses like Amaravati, Nagercoil, Faridabad, or Haridwar. It is advisable to fill your choices broadly in this order: CSE specialization → ECE → EEE/ELC → mechanical, across all campuses. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: You have not provided your son's 12th-grade marks (either declared or expected), which are needed to assess his chances of admission to MIT. With a VITEEE rank of 29,121, admission to ECE is possible, but it depends significantly on the campus and category. ECE at VIT Vellore is challenging to secure except perhaps in higher categories or last-moment movements. At VIT Chennai, ECE admission is feasible around Category 4 or 5. VIT-AP and VIT Bhopal offer safer chances, often with better fee categories. VIT’s official counseling is conducted based on rank, campus, branch, and fee category. Current trends suggest that ECE seats at Vellore and Chennai close earlier, whereas AP and Bhopal campuses tend to have more availability. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Priya, I already answered your question here: https://gurus.rediff.com/question/qdtl/career/hii-priya-jee-main-crl-rank-8-7-lakh-ews/5253113

Ans: Karthik Sir, based on your son's score, his chances for CSE Core/ECE at Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Amritapuri are very low, because recent rank estimates show CSE/ECE generally closing much earlier, especially in top campuses. Final chance depends on seat matrix, slab, quota, and counselling choices. Possible Amrita options may be mechanical, EEE, civil, robotics/automation, or electrical & computer/electronics-related lower-demand branches, mainly in Amaravati, Nagercoil, Faridabad, or Haridwar, subject to availability. For tech interest, fill in choices such as CSE specialization/CCE/ECE in all campuses as a dream, then Electrical & Computer, EEE, and Mechanical, and then newer campuses. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on your score, NIT Trichy CSE/ECE and IIITDM Kancheepuram CSE/ECE are not realistic, as JoSAA OBC ranks close much earlier. Try CSAB special rounds for lower branches in NITs/GFTIs, but for CSE/ECE, focus on Tamil Nadu and nearby private/state options: SASTRA, SRM KTR, VIT Chennai/AP (if eligible), SSN, Amrita, Karunya, Rajalakshmi, Saveetha, Sathyabhama, Hindustan, KCG, Panimalar, Velammal, Sri Krishna Coimbatore. Also register for TNEA, because Tamil Nadu counselling is through the official TNEA portal. Other options you can try are KL University, GITAM, PES/COMEDK colleges, Manipal Jaipur, and good Andhra/Telangana private colleges. Prioritise CSE/IT/AI-DS/ECE over college name if placement and coding ecosystem are decent. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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