My son is not interested in CS but interested in Energy, Astro physics, maths, electrical, and sustainability engineering. What would you recommend as the best branch considering the AI intervention in the regular software services impact post 2030

Ans: Hello dear.
Preference order may be: (1) CSE @ IIIT Guwahati (2) Civil @ NIT Trichy (3) CSE @ IIIT Nagpur (4) ECE @ IIIT-K. However, you can choose any one of the IIITs — either IIIT-G or IIIT-N — based on which is closer to your hometown, to reduce your upcoming expenses.

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Ans: With a 94.45 percentile in JEE Main representing an all-India rank near 120 000–140 000, your son’s current allotments—B.Tech at NIFTEM Thanjavur and CSE at VSSUT Burla—offer credible pathways. NIFTEM Thanjavur’s B.Tech reports a 66.7% placement rate with a median package of ?3.65 LPA over the past three years, backed by its Institute of National Importance status, specialized food-processing labs, and industry linkages. VSSUT Burla’s CSE achieves a 70–75% placement consistency, average packages between ?4–6 LPA, modern computing infrastructure, and strong core-engineering recruiter engagement. CSAB rounds for CSE at NITs and IIITs typically close by ranks below 40 000 for low-tier NITs and under 55 000 for IIITs, rendering admission through CSAB unlikely given your son’s rank. Alternatives include accepting one of the existing seats or pursuing lateral-entry diploma-to-degree options in premier institutes if CSAB options fail.

Recommendation: Accept the VSSUT Burla CSE seat to leverage its higher placement rate, dedicated computing facilities and Odisha domicile advantage; reserve NIFTEM Thanjavur as a strong fallback in agro-technology; bypass CSAB for CSE given low probability, and explore lateral-entry engineering pathways for greater flexibility. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hello dear.
We generally recommend visiting the campus and the placement division of a particular college before finalizing the admission. You have received a provisional admission offer from MIT-WPU. The college is good and reputable. Regarding placement records, we suggest visiting the placement division of the college to know the reality of what they claim. It is not possible for us to predict about any college. Sometimes, our information may also be incorrect or misleading for various reasons. Only we can say the college is good. For details about the fee structure and other information, please visit the campus in person.

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Ans: (I assumed your son appeared for KCET Exam). With a KCET rank of 24 294 in the 2BG category, your son has certain admission to the CSE branch at several reputable Bangalore institutes whose 2024 closing ranks exceeded this mark. All listed colleges are AICTE-approved, NBA/NAAC-accredited, feature modern computing and AI/ML labs, experienced faculty, strong industry tie-ups and placement cells recording 70–85% branch-wise placement consistency over the past three years. Global Academy of Technology, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bangalore. East West Institute of Technology, BEL Layout, Bangalore. CMR Institute of Technology, Varthur, Bangalore. RNS Institute of Technology, Bangalore. New Horizon College of Engineering, Marathahalli, Bangalore. Presidency University, Bangalore. Impact College of Engineering & Applied Sciences, Sahakar Nagar, Bangalore. REVA University, Yelahanka, Bangalore. Acharya Institute of Technology, Soladevanahalli, Bangalore. Atria Institute of Technology, Hebbal, Bangalore.

Recommendation: Global Academy of Technology, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bangalore offers the most balanced combination of modern AI/ML infrastructure and placement consistency. CMR Institute of Technology, Varthur, Bangalore stands out for its focused CSE curriculum and strong local industry ties. East West Institute of Technology, BEL Layout, Bangalore provides reliable admissions, robust labs and steady recruiter engagement. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hello Sushma
Yes. It is a good choice for B.Tech.

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Ans: Hello Krishna
Consider the long-term perspective (research and industry); RUAS could be a more dynamic option for you. TERI is also a compatible option but not as aligned as RUAS. The final decision will be yours.

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Ans: (You have not mentioned the Branch at LPU). Lovely Professional University’s ?56 000 per-semester fee delivers strong value given its NAAC A++ accreditation (3.68/4.0) and NIRF 2024 ranking of 27th among all universities. As one of India’s largest single-campus private institutions, LPU offers UGC and AICTE approvals, dedicated AI/ML and cloud labs, and industry partnerships with Microsoft, Amazon and Cisco. Its placement cell records 85–100% campus placement rates across engineering disciplines, with average packages of ?7–10 LPA and over 2 200 recruiters including Fortune 500 firms. The curriculum integrates international credit-transfer options, research projects and skills workshops, ensuring academic rigor alongside real-world exposure.

Recommendation: Accept LPU at ?56 000 per semester for its balanced mix of top-tier accreditation, high placement consistency and modern infrastructure; leverage scholarship-enhanced affordability to engage deeply in capstone projects and industry internships to maximize career prospects. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hello Tanisi
Both options are strong. If possible, prefer SRM Chennai. The final decision will be yours.

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Ans: Hello dear.
Considering a female candidate, prefer ENC @ Thapar if possible. The final decision will be yours.

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