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How Can a Second-Year BTech Student Achieve High CGPA and Placement?

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Sir im in btech 2nd year How can I get best cgpa + placement at last year What are the area I have to focus ( both skill and theoretical ) What to do if skill then what type of skill which skill If theoretical too Then how to manage it

Ans: By focusing on these areas, you can achieve a high CGPA and be well-prepared for placements.
Firstly you have to create a balanced schedule that allocates time for both studies and skill development.
In that scenario you have to set short-term and long-term goals for both academics and skills. Always keep track of your assignments, projects, and deadlines.
1. Internships: Try to get internships during your summer breaks. They provide practical experience and improve your resume..
2. Mock Interviews: Practice with mock interviews to get comfortable with the interview process.
3. Resume Building: Keep your resume updated with all your skills, projects, and internships.
4. Networking: Connect with seniors, alumni, and professionals on LinkedIn. They can provide valuable insights and opportunities.

And most important don’t hesitate to ask professors or classmates for help if you’re struggling with a topic.
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Namaste Sir I will start my btech in computer science from 2024 batch. Please suggest me or guide me how can I get good placement at the end of my Betech. Please show me path
Ans: Vikas, Congrats to You Joining BTech-CSE.

Here are some important steps/tips/roadmap:

(1) If college not yet started, visit the campus/canteen/playground etc. and spend 1-2 hours.
(2) Read all the circulars/information, put on Notice Board to get some ideas about the college.
(3) After joining college, have your own limited (good) friend circle, based on your values/interests.
(4) Attend all the classes without fail & give importance to class notes, given by the Faculties.
(5) Have / maintain a good/professional relationships with all Faculties of CSE Department.
(6) Try to maintain a decent SGPA/.CGPA/Score till 4th year, preferably 8.50 & above.
(7) Create your Professional-Looking LinkedIn Profile.
(8) Keep upgrading your skills through NPTEL, Coursera, Internshala, LinkedIn etc. and / or recommended by your Department's Faculties.
(9) Put Job Alerts in LinkedIn, based on your domain i.e. CSE.
(10) Whenever you get notifications of job alerts in LinkedIn, go through the JD & Company Profile.
(11) Keep researching about the domain in LinkedIn/Quora/Google till 4th year.
(12) Whenever possible, try to interact with 2-3 students of 2nd to 4th year to get some important information for you to plan in advance.
(13) From 1st year till your 3rd year, know the companies which are visiting your Campus, especially Software/IT Companies.
(14) Visit those Companies' Websites to learn about the services provided/manpower & manpower strength/other information.
(15) Once you enter your 4th year, start slowly preparing for Campus Placement after know the standard selection process such as, assessment test, interview (offline or online), group discussion, HR round etc.
(16) Prepare around 25 Technical & Non-Technical Questions after researching about the Companies and in google also.
(17) Conduct your own Mock Interviews at home with the help of family members and friends. Record in your mobile, reply and check what all improvements you should have as far as your answers to the questions are concerned and also in your body language.
(18) Prepare a Professonal 1-Page Resume (enough as you are a fresher) which you can prepare from 'cultivatedculture' resume building website which is FREE also.
(19) Please scroll down and ready my 1-2 answers in which I have clearly mentioned how your Resume should be.
(20) And make sure you have mentioned clickable your LinkedIn Profile on Resume.
(21) It is highly advisable to have a separate / new Gmail account, especially for Job Applications (if college admits for the same just before Campus Recruitment Drive).

All the BEST for Your Bright Future, Vikas.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 02, 2024Hindi
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Sir, My son studies in VIT Vellore in CSE specializing in AI and Machine Learning. He just finished his first year semester with 8.56 CGPA. Can you please guide how to go further maintaining CGPA and what else to do extra apart from studies to get good placement in companies. He is keen to work in Google. Thank you.
Ans: To maintain a good SGPA/CGPA:

(1) Regularly attending the Classes & Not missing even a single class.
(2) Taking notes when Faculties teach.
(3) Reading & Revising the notes on daily/weekly basis.
(4) Buying good reference books (recommended by the Faculties) (or) getting them from College Library.
(5) Preparing Short-notes for revision & reference whenever tests/exams approach.
(6) Maintaining a good Professional Relationship with all of his Department's Faculties.
(7) Continuously involving in co/extra-curricular/club activities to values in his Resume.

What else to do apart from studies for Placement in Companies?

(1) Time and again getting advice from his department's faculties on which online short-term courses he should join to upgrade his skills.
(2) Upgrading his skills from 2nd to last year (till Campus Interview)
(3) Having a Professional LinkedIn Profile, Updating the same every 3-months (for example, if he has got any Certifications).
(4) Putting Job Alerts, related to his domain i.e. CSE in LinkedIn.
(5) Whenever he gets notifications from LinkedIn about Job Vacancies, he should thoroughly go through the JD (Job Description) either to upgrade his skills, if needed, accordingly or to know the Changing/Current Job Market Scenario.
(6) Once he enters into 4th year, he should start preparing for his Campus Interview. How?
(7) He should start researching about the Companies/Recruiters, visited the VIT-V Campus during the last 4-years from the respective companies' websites.
(8) Prepare a list of expected Technical / Non-Technical Questions to answer.
(9) Conducting own Mock Interviews (with the help of family members/friends/relatives/college friends) in his mobile.
(10) To reply every time his own mock interview in his mobile to know what all mistakes he committed (such as body language/wrong answers etc.) to improve and boost confidence.

All the BEST for Your Son's Bright Future.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 04, 2024Hindi
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Sir, My son studies in VIT Vellore in CSE specializing in AI and Machine Learning. He just finished his first year semester with 8.56 CGPA. Can you please guide how to go further maintaining CGPA and what else to do extra apart from studies to get good placement in companies. He is keen to work in Google. Thank you.
Ans: Some important tips for your Son here to follow: (1) To maintain the same and / or try to increase his CGPA (2) He should start upgrading his skills through NPTEL, Coursera, Internshala, LinkedIn etc. and / or from any other online platforms, recommended by his College Faculties (3) Maintaining a good student-faculty relationship till 4th year (4) Giving more importance to Class Notes and the Reference Books recommended by his Faculties (5) Involving in co-curricular (related to his domain) & extra curricular activities which can be / should be reflected in his Resume (6) Improving his soft skills / communication / presentation skills during the next 3-years which also can be shown in his Resume during his Campus Recruitment Drive (7) Should have a Professional LinkedIn Profile & keep updating them every 3-months (8) Connecting with Professionals of his domain (should not ask for jobs). Not advisable. (9) Put Job Alerts, (related to his domain), in LinkedIn Itself to get notifications to know the Current / Future Job Market Trends and how to upgrade himself accordingly. (10) He also should start RESEARCHING from now, about the Recruiters who visited the Campus during the last 2-3 years, related to his domain, company's Profile, Manpower Strength, Nature of Business / Services Provided etc. This will help him to be more CONFIDENT at the time of Interview in 4th year. I hope I have answered to your question with value additions. All the BEST for Your Son's Bright Future.

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Sir I am 47 years old and want to retire in next 2-3 years. My portfolio is as under FD-22 L MF-22 L. ( SIP of 33000 running) Gold--10 L EPF--24 L and App Gratuity -10 L Equity--10 L Rental Income -25000 per month from 80 Lacs flat. ( No loan pending now) 1 cr term plan and 10 l mediclaim running Parental House -2.5 cr and Land -2.5 cr. My son is studying in second year of engineering. And my monthly hone expense is not more than 30000-35000 per month. Can I afford to retire ?
Ans: It’s commendable that you've accumulated a diverse portfolio with a clear retirement goal. Let's evaluate if your current portfolio aligns with a secure retirement.

Portfolio Review and Income Assessment
Based on your retirement aspirations, let’s consider each component of your portfolio and its potential to generate sustainable income:

Fixed Deposits (FD): Rs 22 lakh
FD interest can serve as a steady income source, though it typically yields lower returns, which may not keep up with inflation over the long term.

Mutual Funds (MF): Rs 22 lakh, with a SIP of Rs 33,000
MFs offer potential growth and help combat inflation. Continuing your SIPs could grow this corpus further, providing higher returns than fixed-income sources.

Gold: Rs 10 lakh
Gold adds stability and can be liquidated if needed. However, it might not be the best primary income source.

Employee Provident Fund (EPF): Rs 24 lakh and Gratuity Approx Rs 10 lakh
EPF and gratuity offer safe post-retirement funds. When you withdraw, they can be used as a source of regular income or reinvested for returns.

Equity Investments: Rs 10 lakh
Your equity investments add growth potential. Over time, this can be a crucial source to combat inflation.

Rental Income: Rs 25,000 per month
Rental income provides a consistent cash flow, covering a large portion of your monthly expenses. This income will be valuable post-retirement to meet regular needs.

Expense and Income Projection
With monthly expenses at Rs 30,000–35,000, and rental income already covering most of these costs, your current lifestyle is well supported. However, to retire comfortably, a buffer for healthcare, travel, and inflation is necessary.

Strategy for Retirement Readiness
Based on your assets and expected needs, here’s a recommended approach to secure a steady retirement income:

Mutual Fund Strategy
Continuing your SIPs for the next 2-3 years will help grow your corpus further. Consider moving part of the equity-based mutual funds into debt funds close to retirement to reduce risk while generating returns.

Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP)
At retirement, you can initiate an SWP from your mutual fund corpus, providing a steady income. This strategy allows capital appreciation with controlled withdrawals, reducing the risk of prematurely depleting your funds.

Fixed Deposit Laddering
To maximise interest rates and ensure liquidity, consider a laddering strategy with your FDs. This will help meet emergency needs and take advantage of better rates.

Rental Income
Your rental income of Rs 25,000 is a reliable source. To protect it, ensure the property remains well-maintained and consider lease renewals with trusted tenants to maintain stability.

Contingency for Healthcare and Son’s Education
Health Insurance: Rs 10 lakh
Assess your current health cover, especially considering rising medical costs. A top-up or super top-up plan could add an extra layer of protection.

Son’s Education
Your son’s education may require additional funding. Any shortfall could be met by partial liquidation of non-core assets, like gold or FDs, if needed.

Estate and Legacy Planning
Your parental house and land provide substantial long-term security. Though not income-generating immediately, they offer future flexibility if liquidated or rented.

Final Insights
Your assets, income sources, and low monthly expenses indicate a strong readiness for retirement. With minor adjustments for healthcare and education, you can comfortably meet your goals. Continuing your current SIPs for the next few years and optimising your FD and MF corpus will help sustain your income post-retirement.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

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