My son has got 91%tile in jee mains. He has got IT branch at VIT Vellore in category 5, he has also got CSE (data science) in NMIMS mumbai. What should we choose. Results of other exams like MHT CET, MET Manipal and ComedK are not yet out. He has secured 132 marks in MET (Manipal) and 67.3 as PCM avg in board and aggregate 73 in board.

Ans: Wait till JoSAA Round 6 is over

See if any seat is allotted (even in lower branches/NITs).

Register for CSAB Special Round (usually opens around end of July)

Keep all branches open, even lower branches.

Prioritize: Government seats > Lower branch > Remote location

Avoid costly private universities unless 100% scholarships (since budget is a concern)

Ans: If your daughter/son is serious about ECE as a core discipline, MIT Manipal is a better choice despite the higher fees.

Ans: Go for LNMIIT Jaipur – CSE

Ans: HI Soumen,
Bit difficult.
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Ans: HI
Simply taking a drop year for NEET will not provide a solution without proper preparation. Many young people are choosing courses, colleges, or coaching centers based on their friends' influences. After your first attempt, you may have analyzed NEET better the second time. If you are still facing the same issues on your third attempt, it suggests there's a deeper problem. It seems you're preparing for NEET without genuine interest.

To succeed in competitive exams, specific strategies are required. For instance, if you analyze previous exam patterns, you’ll often find that most answers tend to be either B or C. You'll notice that among four options, two answers are relevant while the other two are completely irrelevant. It’s crucial to analyze the syllabus and past question papers thoroughly. Everyone seeks answers, but few consider the reasoning behind them.

Additionally, I noticed you’ve enrolled in a B.Sc. degree; I'm unsure which major you have chosen. If you selected either chemistry or physics, it would be beneficial. By choosing chemistry as your major, you could take physics as an ancillary subject, and vice versa. You can cover both subjects during your college education, and if you have any doubts, you can clarify them with your professors. Completing biology studies at home is also advisable.

Whenever you plan to take competitive exams, dedicate your time solely to that without engaging in college activities. Avoid distractions at all costs. Recently, many parents have been facing these types of challenges with their children, and it takes time to adapt.

Finally, please listen to your parents' advice and minimize distractions. I have shared a few tips; please follow them.
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Ans: HI Saloni,
Simply taking a drop year for NEET will not provide a solution without proper preparation. Many young people are choosing courses, colleges, or coaching centers based on their friends' influences. After your first attempt, you may have analyzed NEET better the second time. If you are still facing the same issues on your third attempt, it suggests there's a deeper problem. It seems you're preparing for NEET without genuine interest.

To succeed in competitive exams, specific strategies are required. For instance, if you analyze previous exam patterns, you’ll often find that most answers tend to be either B or C. You'll notice that among four options, two answers are relevant while the other two are completely irrelevant. It’s crucial to analyze the syllabus and past question papers thoroughly. Everyone seeks answers, but few consider the reasoning behind them.
If you want to change your path, then you might consider nursing, as there are excellent opportunities in that field. Additionally, you could opt for BNYS, MLT, or pharmacy programs.
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Ans: Hi Seetha Madam,

We haven't reached that stage yet. Who would choose to approach occupational therapist? The number of patients who prefer it is very small. Even for a bone fracture, many people are still using other treatments. So please think carefully before enrolling in any course.

I would like to know your daughter's NEET and 12th-grade scores; kindly share.

Instead of occupational therapy, you might consider Nursing, as there are excellent opportunities in that field. Additionally, you could opt for BNYS, MLT, or pharmacy programs. Kindly note: These programs do not require NEET score.
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Ans: Hi Stephy,
Rank Please....

Ans: Madhav, Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT Pune) offers B.Tech in Robotics and Automation with a multidisciplinary curriculum covering AI, Industry 4.0, IoT, mechatronics and autonomous systems, and achieves placement rates of 91%–97% over the last three years through 150–175 recruiters including Microsoft and Deloitte, emphasizing core automation roles. NMIT Bangalore’s B.Tech CSE delivers a broad software engineering education with 93% placement consistency in CSE, 88% in ISE, and 86% in ECE across 192 recruiters like Intel and Oracle, reflecting strong IT and analytics hiring. SIT Pune’s niche focus provides specialized hardware and robotics pathways, while NMIT’s CSE ensures wider recruiter diversity, higher placement volume, and broader career flexibility in software, data science, and product development. Recommendation: Choose SIT Pune Robotics & Automation for early specialization in automation technologies and dedicated core roles; opt for NMIT Bangalore CSE if prioritizing higher placement density, diverse IT sector access, and versatile software career options. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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