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How to Switch from Civil Engineering to a Career in IT with a 4.5 CGPA?

Dr Dipankar Dutta |1070 Answers |Ask -Follow

Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Mar 27, 2025

Dr Dipankar Dutta is an associate professor in the computer science and engineering department at the University Institute of Technology, the University of Burdwan, West Bengal.
He has 27 years of experience and his interests include AI, data science, machine learning, pattern recognition, deep learning and evolutionary computation.
Aside from his responsibilities at the college, he also delivers lectures and conducts webinars.
Dr Dipankar has published 25 papers in international journals, written book chapters, attended conferences, served as a board observer for WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) exams and as a counsellor for engineering college admissions in West Bengal. He helps students choose the right college and stream for undergraduate, masters and PhD programmes.
A senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (SMIEEE), he holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from the Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College and a an MTech degree in computer technology from Jadavpur University.
He completed his PhD in engineering from IIEST, Shibpur (formerly BE College).... more

Question by Diksha on Mar 27, 2025Hindi

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I have completed bachelor's in civil engineering but i want to switch my career in IT. I have only 4.5 CGPA. Last year i join online courses for full stack development.

Ans: What is your opinion about course for full stack development?

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Hi, I have completed graduation in Computer Science and i am working in construction field since 12 years in documentation works mostly. But i am unable to get satisfied in this due to non technical knowledge. As i am unable to do the work what actually civil engineers does. I am working only with superiors support. When superiors change or if company remove me , then i cant change with this education background in this field though I have experience. So I wanted to change career but feels struck. Can any one suggest which would be best and How to switch careers?

Ans: Switching careers isn't easy, especially in the present day age and stage we are in. Get a professional to make out a resume for you to suit the job that you want to do and keep looking around. I also suggest that you do some additional courses in CS to sharpen your knowledge and core skills which will help you to change over to your core field. Till such time, learn to enjoy what you have in hand... look at what value addition you can do to your job output with your vast experience in the construction field. Also see how you can use your CS knowledge to improve systems in your current job.

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Question by srinivas - Mar 28, 2023Hindi

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Hi, I have completed graduation in Computer Science and i am working in construction field since 12 years in documentation works mostly. But i am unable to get satisfied in this due to non technical knowledge. As i am unable to do the work what actually civil engineers does. I am working only with superiors support. When superiors change or if company remove me , then i cant change with this education background in this field though I have experience. So I wanted to change career but feels struck. Can any one suggest which would be best and How to switch careers?

Ans: You should get some professional qualification in the field of your expertise

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Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Dec 01, 2024

Question by Raju - Dec 01, 2024Hindi

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Good evening sir. I'm completing by Bsc chemistry this year. Now I want to change my stream to IT. I'm planning to take a certificate course in minor in computer science at IIT mandi, then certificate course at IIT in cloud computing... With this certificate course is it possible to enter into IT sector and get the good job. Or, is there any other way to enter into IT sector from non IT background student?

Ans: Your plan to start with minor and cloud computing certificates is good but supplement it with practical experience.
Use LinkedIn for networking and follow job postings to understand market requirements.
Explore short-term coding bootcamps if you prefer structured learning with placement support.
Look into PG-level IT programs if you want a degree-based transition.

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Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Mar 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Mar 31, 2025Hindi

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Sir, My father forced me to B-tech engineering degree. I completed my B-tech in chemical engineering in 2008 but our college didn't gave any placementin core chemical. I wanted to go for higher education like M-tech or MBA, but my father didn't make that happen. I gave many interviews from outside in pvt sector and not selected in the final interview. I also qualified in PSUs and same thing happened not qualified in the final selection process. In PSUs also they are wanting higher education. Recently I have done one internship in AI with project from Skillible and one internship in cyber security with project from Edunet foundation. I have 2 years of experience as a math expert in Chegg India. What will I do, please suggest. My father has completely ruined my life.

Ans: Nodody can ruin your career if you have the potential. Your father is not your enemy.
1. Further Education (If Feasible)
If higher education was a roadblock before but is now an option, consider pursuing an M.Tech (Chemical/AI/Cybersecurity) or an MBA (Operations, Data Analytics, or IT Management).
Distance learning programs from IITs, NITs, IIMs, and ISB could also be beneficial.
GATE 2025: If you're still interested in PSUs, qualifying GATE again with a high rank could give you opportunities.

2. Alternative Careers in Mathematics and Teaching
Since you have experience as a math expert at Chegg, you could look at:
Government teaching jobs (NET, SET exams).
Private coaching (IIT-JEE/NEET coaching institutes like FIITJEE, Aakash, etc.).
Online tutoring platforms (Vedantu, Unacademy, Byju’s, Cuemath, etc.).
Actuarial Science or Data Analytics, which involve heavy mathematical modeling.

These are few options. Many are available. Work hard.

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I have invested in VPF since 2008 and it has grown to 64lacs currently. But have not invested in NPS at all. Should I divert my monthly investment to NPS and start from zero or should I continue to invest in VPF to take advantage of compounding? Please suggest.

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MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Mar 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Mar 31, 2025Hindi

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Sir I got 95 percentile in JEE mains 2025 can I get admission in nit allahabad(cse) with sc category and home state

Ans: Hello dear.
There is a strong chance to get admission to CSE at one of the NITs. If everything goes well, you may also get Allahabad. Best of luck to you. Thanks
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Sir I got 95 percentile in JEE mains 2025 can I get admission in nit allahabad(cse) with sc category and home state

Ans: Hello dear.
There is a strong chance to get admission to CSE at one of the NITs. If everything goes well, you may also get Allahabad. Best of luck to you. Thanks
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Sir I got 95 percentile in JEE mains 2025 can I get admission in nit allahabad(cse) with sc category and home state

Ans: Hello dear.
There is a strong chance to get admission to CSE at one of the NITs. If everything goes well, you may also get Allahabad. Best of luck to you. Thanks
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Dating, Relationships Expert - Answered on Mar 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Mar 30, 2025Hindi

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Hey... Five years ago, I confessed my feeling to my crush. She declined my proposal politely and asked me to be friends. I respected her decision of putting down my proposal but i didn't want to in friendzone so I broke my contract with her. Since then we never encountered each other. After fuve years one of our mutual friends met her and she was asking him about me. She did ask him about me twice. I know this can be her normal behavior. I want to know if she thinks about me or if she wants to get connected?

Ans: Dear Anonymous,
Like you mentioned, it is very normal for old friends to enquire about each other, especially if they have not been in touch for a long time. It might be the same in this case. The only way to tell for sure is to ask her. If you are interested in reconnecting, you can think about the same and ask her once you are back in talking terms. But I would recommend not assuming anything and getting your hopes up.

Best Wishes.

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MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Mar 31, 2025

Asked by Anonymous - Mar 29, 2025Hindi

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sir i had a doubt i passed class 12th with cbse board scoring 64 percent in total in 2024 and did not appear for jee mains, in 2025 i gave improvement exam but i am not sure if i will cross 75 criteria and also appeared in jee mains 2025 but i want a good govt college should i appear once again for 75 percent criteria with nios board and if i do will it be some problem in mains and adv??

Ans: Hello dear.
The condition of 75%tile is mandatory. It would be better to appear before the NIOS board to get the required percentile. There will be no problem in the mains and advanced examinations. Thanks
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Question by himanshu - Mar 30, 2025Hindi

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Sir if I do not get a seat in josa councling then my fee is refundable or not?

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The fees are refundable.
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Asked by Anonymous - Mar 29, 2025Hindi

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I am 25 with 38 months of work experience. Can you let me know is it a good choice for pursuing MBA in IIMs at age 26. 10th 12th ug marks- 90/65/78

Ans: Try for a 2 year MBA course. Write the CAT exam. If you do not get into a good college this year then try for executive MBA course at the IIMs for which you need 5 years work ex and you would have to write the GMAT.

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