How can I get my first job as data analyst/data science? I am currently working as medical editor. Since this field has no growth, I thought of switching to data science. I learned SQL, tableau, R and currently taking Python classes.

Ans: Veeru, With a JEE Advanced OBC-NCL rank of 3,800, admission to core branches (CSE, ECE, Mechanical) at premier IITs (Delhi, Bombay, Madras) is unattainable, as their 2024 OBC-NCL cutoffs for these programs ranged from 1,000–2,500. However, newer IITs like IIT Jammu (Civil Engineering: OBC closing rank 5,360), IIT Bhilai (Metallurgical Engineering: 7,797), and IIT Goa (Mechanical: 5,565) are feasible, albeit with lower placement rates (65–75%) in core sectors. For Electrical Engineering, IIT Mandi (OBC cutoff: 4,112) and IIT Palakkad (4,625) are borderline options, contingent on seat availability in later JoSAA rounds.

Recommendation: Prioritize Civil/Metallurgical Engineering at IIT Jammu/Bhilai during JoSAA counselling, leveraging institutional prestige despite niche specializations. For balanced industry-academia pathways, target ECE at NIT Trichy (OBC cutoff: 3,690) or IT at IIITDM Jabalpur (2,708), which report 85–90% placement rates in embedded systems and IT roles. If open to interdisciplinary fields, Material Science at IIT Hyderabad (OBC cutoff: 4,500) or Engineering Physics at IIT Gandhinagar (5,331) offer research-driven curricula. For backups, explore state universities like Jadavpur University (non-JEE seats) or DTU/NSUT via JEE Main counselling, ensuring robust tech-sector opportunities. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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