Choosing the Right College: VIT Chennai EEE vs SNU Chennai Cybersecurity vs IIT?

Ans: Vatchala Madam, Since TN State Board students have an edge over CBSE/Other Board students, it is best to avoid placing a lot of trust on the TNEA Cutoff, especially for Top Colleges of TN. For your son’s strong academic profile, CSE is generally preferred for its broader career scope in software, AI, and IT, though ECE is also future-proof with opportunities in hardware, IoT, and embedded systems. Among your listed colleges, the recommended order for both CSE and ECE is: VIT Vellore, Amrita Coimbatore, VIT Chennai, SASTRA Thanjavur, and Shiv Nadar University Chennai-all known for excellent faculty, placements, and industry connections. New tech schools like Newton, Scaler, and Polaris offer modern, industry-focused education and strong placements but lack the legacy, campus life, and broad recognition of established universities; consider them as alternatives for highly motivated, tech-focused students. Additionally, (if available), PSG Tech, SRM IST, or SSN College of Engineering are top choices. Ultimately, select the branch and college based on your son’s interests and career goals. All the best for your son's admissions!

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Ans: Hello Satish
Here is point point-wise reply to your question:
(1) Prefer CSE @ NSUT or IIIT Delhi
(2) Prefer EEE @ NIT-W
(3) Prefer Metallurgy @ BHU/ISM
Finally, you mentioned that the interest of your son is in CSE and related branches.
Looking towards his interest, if would be preferable to go with CSE @ IIIT Delhi.
Best of luck.
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Ans: Eswar Sir, Given your son’s JEE Main CRL rank (around 70,000), KCET rank (27,000+), and COMEDK rank (6,800+), securing CSE or ECE in top NITs, IIITs, or premier state colleges through JoSAA or KCET is highly unlikely, as cutoffs for these branches in the general category are much higher. In COMEDK, his rank may allow ECE in MSRIT or BMSCE, and possibly CS (AI&ML) in BMSCE or DSCE, all of which are reputable Bangalore colleges with strong placement records (over 90% in CSE/ECE branches), robust industry connections, and good academic environments. VIT Chennai CSE under the 5th fee category is less attractive due to its higher cost and relatively newer campus, despite decent placements. PES University RR campus CSE is an excellent option, with consistently high placements, strong academic rigor, and a national reputation; switching to AI&ML is only advisable if he has a deep interest in this field, as CSE core provides broader opportunities and flexibility. Waiting for CSAB special rounds or CUET results is reasonable, but central universities typically do not match the placement and industry exposure of top Bangalore private colleges. The recommendation is to prioritize PES University RR campus CSE for its superior placement record, academic strength, and flexibility, and consider ECE/AI&ML at BMSCE or MSRIT only if PES CSE is not available, while monitoring CSAB and CUET results for any exceptional opportunities. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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