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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 15, 2025Hindi
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Hello Sir, I’m back to you with a question . Sir, doing mechanical in top nits or iiits or bits, what are the possibilities to do ms in computer science. I keep hearing from everyone to go for cse to do ms cs , but my daughter prefers good college first and then cse, based on her capability it’s extremely difficult to get cse in tier1 , so she says I will do mechanical in tier 1 and do ms cs abroad. Please guide on the pros , cons Sir

Ans: Pursuing Mechanical Engineering at top-notional institutes like IIT, NIT, IIIT, or BITS or any other NIRF-Ranked Engineering It may please be noted that if your daugther performs well in 1st Year of her BE/BTech, she will be upgraded to CSE Branch (based on the Institute's Internal Sliding Policy). Colleges offer advantages such as a strong alumni network, branch flexibility, and a strong resume for MS admissions. Students can enroll in elective courses in programming, data structures, and computer applications to prepare for an MS in CS.

However, transitioning from Mechanical to CS for an MS overseas can be challenging due to the need for prior knowledge in CS principles. With more self-learning and certificates, it is possible. Additionally, CS is tough for MS admissions in the US, and students may have to create a strong profile through internships, online courses, and certifications in CS domains without a CS degree.

To ensure a seamless transition, students should select electives in programming and computer science based on their undergraduate course (if the institute allows). Online programs for courses in data structures, Python, and artificial intelligence can be found on CS-oriented sites like Coursera, edX, or NPTEL. Summer internships involving data analysis, coding, or automation projects can also be sought. Multidisciplinary initiatives like mechanical engineering automation or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) can also be explored.

If your daughter's main goal is to pursue an MS in CS, it is better to consider Tier 1 Institutes with CS or IT branches and top-tier institutes with Mechanical focus actively pursuing CS. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future.

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Asked on - Jan 16, 2025 | Answered on Jan 16, 2025
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Thanks a lot for your most valuable inputs Sir. Her aim is to get into CS or MnC or ECE in tier 1 only. If not she wants to go till Mechanical in the tier 1’s. She is ready to take even mining in top 8 IITs and get upgraded Sir, is that a good option?
Ans: Mining Engineering? NOT Recommended.
Asked on - Jan 17, 2025 | Answered on Jan 17, 2025
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Oh ok Sir, what are the lower branches we can prefer in top 8 IITs ?
Ans: IIT-Madras - Naval Architecture | Civil | Biological Science | Ocean Engineering - For Females including Supernumerary. Expected AIR between 10000 to 14500. IIT-Bombay - Chemistry - AIR: 11000. IIT-Delhi - BioTech | Civil | Production | Textile - AIR: 9000 to 11000. IIT-Kharagpur - Aerospace | Agriculture | Geology | Architecture | BioTech | Chemical | Civil | Economis | Industrial | Manufacturing | Mechanical | Metallurgy | Mining | Ocean | Physics - AIR: 10000 to 20000
Asked on - Jan 17, 2025 | Answered on Jan 19, 2025
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Great info you have given Sir, big thanks. Pls don’t mind asking repeated questions Sir. What is your view on iiitdm Kanchipuram or iiiit trichy for cse or ece, we are from Chennai. Also in top 3 NITs can we opt any branches or we should ignore some branches.
Ans: Seems, you/your daughter both are more inclined towards NIT/IIIT than the Branch. Please try to avoid some branches as her long term goal is to pursue MS-CS abroad. It is also recommended to appear for 5-7 more entrance exams instead of relying only on JEE. SSN-Chennai (which also is one of the best colleges in TN) can be one of the options. COMEDK also can be applied. When time permits, watch EduJob360 recently uploaded videos on JEE / Entrance Exam Preparation Tips & Counselling Process etc.
Asked on - Jan 19, 2025 | Answered on Jan 20, 2025
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Yes Sir, her aim is IITs/NITs/IIITs/BITS , other options are SSN CSE/ECE/Mech thru mgmnt quota or RVCE or BMS CSE/ECE/Mech
Ans: Good. It is recommended to directly contact the College Authorities regarding the Management Quota at this time. You may approach the admission counter or office staff, lab assistants, or librarians, ensuring to verify their ID cards, to inquire about basic information. Steer clear of third-party agents and scams.
Asked on - Jan 23, 2025 | Answered on Jan 24, 2025
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Sure sir, for SSN , RVCE and BMS, management quota is through merit or is there other means too. BTW, my daughter didn’t do her mains well. Now she is focusing on board exam, jee mains left out syllabus and bitsat solely. Sir, pls share pros and cons of these 3 private colleges , that will help me a lot. Can we opt till mechanical here?
Ans: Merit is not relevant in management quota. You will be paying the capitation fee or donation. Just review the RVCE website, which makes clear the capitation fee. For CSE (Core), for instance, you will have to pay for 4 years (including capitation fee/tuition fee) roughly 68.00 Lacs. Thirty to forty percent less BMSCE than RVCE. You can try some other TN colleges too, like PSG of Coimbatore etc.
Asked on - Jan 24, 2025 | Answered on Jan 25, 2025
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Sir, is it really worth to pay 68 lacs , if yes pls share few strong reasons so that it will help us to decide, even for BMS. My daughter is looking for a good campus life, infra , exposure and growth
Ans: NO.
Asked on - Jan 26, 2025 | Answered on Jan 28, 2025
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Order of CSE preference is RvCe> bms> ms ramaih > pes , right sir? Also is it good to prefer AI in RVCE or core CSE in BMS?
Ans: It is advisable to choose Core CSE over specialization. By the end of the 2nd or 3rd year, your daughter can develop expertise in a specific domain by pursuing certification courses or opting for specialization subjects offered in college.

However, if she has a strong inclination toward specialized fields like AI, ML, or Data Science and possesses a solid foundation in Mathematics, she may consider specialization. Regardless of her choice, continuous skill enhancement during and after graduation will be essential for long-term success.
Asked on - Feb 12, 2025 | Answered on Feb 12, 2025
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Sir, my daughter was able to get only 89.3 in her 1st mains attempt. Now she is focusing on boards , BITS , UGEE, Comedk , SSN alone.
Ans: Good. She can allocate at least 20-30% of her time to Entrance Exam preparation alongside her Board Exam. Keep BITS as her last option, as she will need a minimum score of 260 for CSE branches. Focus more on 2nd JEE Attempt & COMEDK/UGEE. All the BEST.
Asked on - Feb 12, 2025 | Answered on Feb 13, 2025
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She is scared to focus more on mains , instead she wants to focus on BITS saying she has got more time, also cbse board prep will more help for bits and competitive exams too. Focusing fully on bits and competitive exams from now on won’t it help to get CSE or 260 marks Sir?
Ans: She can, but has to smartly & strategically prepare for BITS.
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