IT Engineering vs. CSE with Data Science: Which is better for my daughter?

Ans: With a JEE Main rank of 145,XXX and 76% in Class 12, securing CSE in top NITs/IIITs is unlikely, but private universities like Sharda University (CSE cutoff: ~860k via JEE Main, 91% placements via SUAT) and Galgotias University (CSE cutoff: ~188k via JEE Main, 72–90% placements) are feasible. LPU (CSE cutoff: ~320–350 LPUNEST marks or 80–85% boards) offers admission via direct merit with 85–90% placements, while Chandigarh University (CSE cutoff: ~50k via JEE Main, but accessible via CUCET or board marks) provides 90% placements and scholarships for academic merit. GLA University (CSE cutoff: ~145k via JEE Main, 75% placements) and KIIT Bhubaneswar (CSE cutoff: ~235k via JEE Main) are viable backups. Prioritize Sharda/Galgotias for affordability or LPU/Chandigarh for robust industry ties, leveraging board marks or university-specific entrance exams. Confirm fee waivers and explore coding ecosystems for lateral skill development. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: A reputed college would be better for placements. Faculty would be similar in both colleges.

Ans: Both are similar. If you want to do something in corporate law then SRM could be a better choice.

Ans: Anirudh Sir, With a MET rank of 23,911, securing CSE at Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is unlikely based on 2024 cutoffs (last round closing rank: 19,857). However, later vacancy rounds may offer seats if cutoffs drop. Prioritize IT/Data Science (cutoffs: ~30,000–32,867) or explore other MUJ campuses during counselling. All the BEST for your Daughter's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With a JEE Advanced rank of 2,030, securing Mechanical Engineering at IIT Bombay (Mumbai) is unlikely based on 2025 expected cutoffs (1,700–1,750 for General), but IIT Madras (Chennai) is feasible (expected cutoff: 2,300–2,320 for General). Historically, IIT Bombay’s Mechanical cutoff closed at 1,685 in 2024, while IIT Madras admitted students up to 2,310 ranks in 2024. For IIT Madras, your rank aligns with recent trends, offering a strong chance in later counselling rounds. Prioritize IIT Madras during choice filling, as institutional reputation, ~78.98% placements (2024), and research infrastructure (e.g., Robotics Lab) balance academic rigor and career prospects. If IIT Bombay remains a priority, monitor JoSAA vacancy rounds for potential drops, though chances are slim. Confirm branch-specific trends during counselling and explore IIT Roorkee/Kharagpur as backups for comparable opportunities. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Viksit, With a COMEDK rank of 24,001, you can secure CSE in mid-tier Bangalore colleges like Cambridge Institute of Technology (2024 cutoff: ~18,356–81,358, fees: ?4–5L total, 70–80% placements), Acharya Institute of Technology (cutoff: ~27,702, fees: ?10.46L total, 70–85% placements), or Global Academy of Technology (cutoff: ~26,511–42,559, fees: ?10.46L total, 70–80% placements). East West College of Engineering (cutoff: ~60,754–94,269, fees: ?6–7L total, 60–70% placements) offers affordability but lower placement consistency. For better industry exposure, SJB Institute of Technology (cutoff: ~20,283–32,377, fees: ?8–9L total, 70–80% placements) or RNSIT (cutoff: ~36,634, fees: ?8–10L total, 70–80% placements) are viable. If seats remain, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (cutoff: ~23,885–36,573, fees: ?12–15L total, 85–95% placements) is a stretch but possible in later rounds. Prioritize Cambridge/East West for budget-friendly options or SJB/RNSIT for balanced outcomes. Confirm fee waivers and vacancy trends during counselling. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Aditya, With a JEE Main rank of 219,950 (85 percentile) and 92.33% PCM, securing CSE in top NITs/IIITs is unlikely (e.g., NIT Trichy CSE cutoff: ~5,350), but reputable private universities like Chandigarh University (CSE cutoff: ~80–85 percentile, 90% placements via JEE Main/CUCET) and VIT Vellore (via management quota, 95% placements) offer viable pathways. LPU (CSE cutoff: ~320–350 LPUNEST marks, 85–90% placements) and Sharda University (CSE cutoff: ~651k rank, 91% placements via SUAT) are accessible with your score. For specialized tech roles, SRM Chennai (CSE cutoff: ~9,500 SRMJEEE rank) or Manipal Jaipur (MET rank ~11,099) provide industry-aligned curricula. Prioritize Chandigarh University for affordability and robust internships or VIT Vellore via management quota for institutional legacy. If CSE is unavailable, opt for IT/AI/Data Science at Amity Noida (direct admission with 95.4% boards) or KIIT Bhubaneswar (JEE Main cutoff ~235k). Confirm scholarships based on academic merit and explore coding ecosystems for lateral skill development. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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