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Devendra Question by Devendra on Jul 13, 2024Hindi
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Hello sir. My son is in 10th standard now. We are based in Thane. Currently, he has joined FIITJEE from 9th standard onwards as they have tie up with our school which follows ICSE board. My question is which board should we choose for 12th standard and why?. State, CBSE or ICSE

Ans: HI DEVENDRA
ANY BOARD WILL DO AS JEE HAS THEIR SYLLABUS. BUT CBSE IS PREFERABLE AS THE SYLLABUS IS OF NCERT.
Asked on - Jul 13, 2024 | Answered on Jul 16, 2024
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Thanks sir. Since his JEE preparation and board preparation will be conducted in his school which is at walkable distance, I was giving preference to continue with current arrangement. Further, ICSE syllabus will help him to get admission abroad for higher studies. Please let me know if my understanding is correct. My only concern is whether ICSE board will put extra pressure and he may not be able to give enough time for competitive exams preparation. Also, besides JEE, MHT CET, BITSAT, which other entrance exam should we appear for?
Ans: Hi,
continuing with ICSE is okay, no issues regarding that. For higher studies abroad board does not matter, as even state board students pursue MS from USA. These are the major entrances which will provide you good options. Also you can register for VITEEE, COMEDK & MANIPAL.
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I am preparing for NEET UG. This is my second attempt. What alternatives I have if I am not able to score for GMCs. What are my options for bio tech I didn't apply for cuet. Which are best colleges for b tech in bio technology and how can I seek admission there without wasting any more of my time.
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I believe you might have completed the NEET for the second time on May 4, 2025, is that correct? What score are you aiming for? If you achieve a good score, you can aim for GMC; otherwise, consider any of the following courses:

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- BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery)
- BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
- BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
- BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- BNYS (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences)

All of these courses are quite good.

Regarding your second query: Apart from NEET, you can pursue Pharmacy, Nursing, or Medical Lab Technology (MLT) instead of Biotechnology. Once you complete any of these programs, you are likely to find a job quickly. The order of preference I would recommend is Nursing, Pharmacy, and then MLT.

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