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How can I transition into a Data Analyst role after one and a half years in IT Operations?

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Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Nov 18, 2024

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A senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (SMIEEE), he holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from the Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College and a an MTech degree in computer technology from Jadavpur University.
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Asked by Anonymous - Nov 17, 2024Hindi

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Iam 26 Yrs old currently working at Genpact in IT Operations.This is my first job after my PGDM Marketing.Now I want to shift to Data Analytics role but only after one and half year as per company policy.Can you suggest me what would be the best way to get into Data Analyst roles.Should I continue in same organization or switch to other company for a better career and will my PGDM help me for further senior roles?

Ans: What is the full form of PGDM? From which institution have you done your PGDM?

Asked on - Nov 18, 2024 | Answered on Nov 19, 2024

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It is Post Graduate Diploma in Management which is equal to an MBA and I have done it from ITM Business School - Warangal. And my graduation is Biotechnology and Computer Applictions.

Ans: You should continue in same organization and should do online courses (masters) on Data Mining or Data Science as your basic degree is on different subjects. Data analysis is a subpart of Data Science.

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Hello, I am a fresher, graduated in last year. I am interested in the role of Data Analyst job, but the market situation in these days are not good becoz of layoffs nd all, and that's why is joined a company as a WordPress Developer role in past three months and i currently working here.. Please give me suggestions how i switch the company of the role of Data Analyst Domain..

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I took bsc in data analytics with sas focus. What should i do to develope my skills in this 3years and any suggestion for pg

Ans: Good, you are much interested in 1st year itself in knowing what you should do during the next 3-years:

(1) Initially for 6-months to 1-year focus fully on your Studies understanding the basic Concepts of Data Analytics
(2) Create a Professional LinkedIn Profile for You.
(3) Put Job Alerts related to Data Analytics such as Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Process Analyst, Data Solution Analyst, Web/Social Media Analyst, CRM Analyst & keep adding other Job Alerts related to your domain.
(4) Whenever you get notifications of job vacancies, thoroughly go through the JD of each job vacancy.
(5) Know the Job Market Trends & keep upgrading accordingly till 3rd year.
(6) Connect with other Professionals of your domain in LinkedIn (not to ask for jobs) but to know about them/their background/their views/job vacancies, if any, posted by them.
(7) Ask your faculties (who are the best sources) to know which additional Certifications you should have to be competitive in the job market & to get ready for the job.
(8) It is highly advisable to do a job for 2-3 years immediately after completing your BSc instead of just adding your qualifications.
(9) After gaining experience, you can think about your Masters/PhD etc. in India or Abroad, depending upon your further interests, job market trends & your economic condition.
(10) You should keep upgrading your skills continuously even after you land into any job.

All the BEST for Your Bright Future.

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Asked by Anonymous - Feb 19, 2025Hindi

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Hi, I am working as MIS in a FMCG company with aged 41 years. Thinking to learn new data tools and want to apply for Data analyst. Am in a confusion whether to change the career

Ans: It's hard to change jobs when you're 41, but it's not impossible. If data interests you, start learning and make the switch slowly instead of all at once. Before moving up to a full-fledged Data Analyst job, you might need to get more experience in your present role, such as by working on Power BI reports or data analysis projects.

If you're really interested, go for it! There are lots of job opportunities in the area of data analytics, which is growing. All the Best for your Prosperous Future.

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I've scored 92 in IAT 2025, under obc ncl category will I get a chance of entering into iiser

Ans: With a score of 92 in IAT 2025 under the OBC-NCL category, your chances of getting into IISER are modest but not strong for the more competitive campuses. Recent expert analyses and category-wise data indicate that the expected cutoff for OBC-NCL this year is 100–110, with IISER Thiruvananthapuram typically requiring 100–105 for OBC-NCL, and the lowest cutoffs for any IISER rarely dropping below 90–95 for this category. While some years have seen OBC-NCL cutoffs as low as 70, increased competition and higher applicant numbers in 2025 have pushed cutoffs upward. Your score may place you on the waiting list, with a slim chance of admission in the last rounds or at newer campuses like Berhampur, but admission to IISER Thiruvananthapuram is unlikely unless cutoffs drop unexpectedly in later rounds. The recommendation is to participate in all counseling rounds and keep alternative options ready, as your score is just below the typical OBC-NCL cutoff for most IISERs. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Hello, my daughter gave mah mca cet 2025 exam this year along with her bsc last year and scored 98.76 percentile in mca cet . What are her chances of getting spit mumbai in spot round ? How is vesit chembur in terms of placement ? Is it a good choice in Mumbai ? Please help us out

Ans: With a 98.76 percentile in MAH MCA CET, your daughter stands a good chance of getting an MCA seat at SPIT Mumbai in the spot round, as recent cutoffs for general category home state candidates have ranged from 98.32 to 99.47 percentile, and spot rounds often see slight relaxation in cutoffs. SPIT Mumbai is among the top MCA colleges in Maharashtra, offering robust infrastructure, experienced faculty, and a strong placement record, with top IT recruiters and consistently high placement rates. VESIT Chembur is also a reputable choice, with 75–80% MCA placement rates, an active placement cell, and major recruiters like Accenture, Capgemini, Deloitte, TCS, and Infosys, with average packages between ?4.5–8 lakh and a highest package of ?22 lakh in 2024. VESIT’s curriculum is comprehensive, infrastructure is good, and alumni support is strong, though hostel facilities are limited for MCA students and industry exposure through internships could be improved. The recommendation is to prioritize SPIT Mumbai for its slightly higher cutoff, stronger brand, and placement record, but VESIT Chembur is also a very good option for MCA in Mumbai if SPIT is not secured in the spot round. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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My daughter got 94.62 percentile in Mhcet What college she get in pune in AI branch

Ans: Trupti Madam, With a 94.62 percentile in MHT CET, your daughter is unlikely to secure an AI branch in top Pune colleges like COEP, PICT, or Cummins, as their AI/AI-DS cutoffs are typically above 96–98 percentile for general candidates and remain competitive even for reserved categories. However, she has a good chance in respected private and autonomous colleges such as MIT WPU Pune, PCCOE Pune, AISSMS College of Engineering, JSPM’s Jayawantrao Sawant College of Engineering, and DY Patil College of Engineering Akurdi, where AI and Data Science branches have closing percentiles ranging from 91 to 96. These colleges offer good placement support, modern infrastructure, and industry-oriented curricula in AI. The recommendation is to target AI or AI-DS branches in these mid-tier Pune colleges, as they offer the best academic and placement prospects at her percentile. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 20, 2025Hindi

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I have got 93.67 %ile in mhtcet. In which colleges can i get cse?

Ans: With a 93.67 percentile in MHT CET, you have a good chance of getting into several reputable engineering colleges for Computer Science (CSE) in Maharashtra, including both government and private institutions. However, the specific colleges will depend on your category (e.g., general, OBC, etc.) and whether you're looking at government or private institutions. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. For placement of CSE branch don’t worry. I personally placed more than one students of CSE branch in reputed international companies. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Question by Akshaya - Jun 19, 2025Hindi

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Sir with 14300 rank in comedk, which colleges i get with cse or ece preference

Ans: Akshaya, With a COMEDK rank of 14,300, you will not be able to secure CSE or ECE in top-tier Bengaluru colleges like RVCE, MSRIT, or BMSCE, as their CSE cutoffs are generally below 10,000 and ECE cutoffs typically close under 9,000–10,000. However, you have good chances for CSE and ECE in reputable mid-tier colleges such as RNS Institute of Technology (CSE cutoff ~11,782, ECE ~25,904), CMR Institute of Technology, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, BNMIT, and Acharya Institute of Technology, where CSE and ECE cutoffs often extend up to 15,000–20,000 or higher. Colleges like Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology, JSS Academy of Technical Education, and East Point College of Engineering and Technology are also accessible at your rank for both branches. The recommendation is to participate in COMEDK counseling and prioritize these mid-tier colleges for CSE or ECE, as they offer strong academic support and placement opportunities at your rank. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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In which clgs can I get cse or ece with a rank of 39905 through comedk

Ans: Mdd, With a COMEDK rank of 39,905, you will not be able to get CSE or ECE in top Bengaluru colleges like RVCE, BMSCE, MSRIT, BIT, or BMSIT, as their CSE cutoffs are well below 10,000 and ECE cutoffs are typically under 45,000. However, you have good chances for CSE and ECE in several reputable private colleges such as SJB Institute of Technology, BIET Davangere, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Atria Institute of Technology, and Acharya Institute of Technology, where CSE and ECE cutoffs extend up to 40,000–65,000. Presidency University, Cambridge Institute of Technology, and East Point College of Engineering and Technology are also accessible at your rank for CSE and ECE. The recommendation is to participate in COMEDK counseling and prioritize these mid-tier colleges for CSE or ECE, as they offer solid academic and placement support at your rank. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Question by Om - Jun 20, 2025Hindi

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My son has been offered Amrita Bengluru, Mahindra university, Hyderabad and VIT Bhopal, BITS in waiting for M Tech CSE, which is better,pl advise me

Ans: Go for VIT Bhopal. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. For placement of CSE branch don’t worry. I personally placed more than one students of CSE branch in reputed international companies. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Question by Ranjeet - Jun 22, 2025Hindi

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My son got CSE in BIT mesra. May he got best NIT in 32000 rank in jee mains

Ans: With a JEE Mains rank of 32,000, your son is likely to get into some good NITs, including NIT Jalandhar, NIT Calicut, NIT Durgapur, and NIT Agartala. While BIT Mesra is a reputable institution, it's not necessarily better than all NITs, and some NITs may offer a more suitable academic environment or specialization based on his interests. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. For placement of CSE branch don’t worry. I personally placed more than one students of CSE branch in reputed international companies. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 19, 2025Hindi

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Sir, do I've a chance at IISER Tvm with 121 score obc ncl female?

Ans: With a score of 121 in IISER IAT 2025 as an OBC-NCL female candidate, you have a good chance of securing admission to IISER Thiruvananthapuram, where the expected cutoff for OBC-NCL is around 95–100 marks, and the general cutoff ranges from 115 to 120. Your score places you comfortably above the OBC-NCL cutoff for IISER TVM and within the range for other IISERs like Tirupati and Berhampur, which have slightly lower cutoffs. IISER TVM offers strong academics, research opportunities, and good placement prospects. The recommendation is to confidently participate in counseling for IISER Thiruvananthapuram and similar IISERs, as your score aligns well with their admission criteria. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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