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Aseem Question by Aseem on Mar 11, 2022Hindi
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Dear Mayank,
I am 45 years old.
After completing my SSC, I completed my three-year diploma in computer technology from the board of technical examinations, Mumbai (year of passing is 1997). So I'm an undergraduate.
Since the last seven years, I've been working as a content writer (English).
In 2019, I completed a one year diploma in creative writing in English from IGNOU.
I want to continue my career as a content writer, but sometimes there are many job openings which are open for only BA graduates (English).
Now, considering I have 15 years of work life, should I pursue a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) English from IGNOU via distance education? Please give me your advice -- will doing this BA be worth it?
Thank you in advance.
Regards,
Aseem Bhatnagar
Mumbai

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Hi Aseem.

You must definitely pursue your graduation; that will give you an entry into almost any company that has an opening in the content department.

While you do that, do have a candid discussion with your current management.

Explain that you wish to grow in your career and you are investing in your self-growth by completing your education. That way, you will be in the reckoning for a promotion in your current company.

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Hi sir, I have a few questions regarding the graduation program. I am currently working as a Data Analyst and have an undergraduate background (10+3 - Diploma in Civil Engineering) with over 15 years of work experience in various industries and roles. I am planning to join a BBA course that aligns with my work profile. The reasons for this decision are as follows: 1. Many MNC companies have made it mandatory for candidates to have a minimum of 15 years of education. While I understand that companies have their criteria, it is disappointing that extensive work experience is often overlooked in favor of a graduation certificate, which nowadays can sometimes be easily obtained without real merit. 2. A graduation degree is also essential for overseas job opportunities, and it has been my dream to work abroad for 3-5 years. Considering the above reasons, I have decided to pursue a BBA course. However, I am facing some challenges: a. Having completed my studies in 2008, I am out of touch with academic pursuits and have concentration issues, which may make it difficult for me to pass exams. Nonetheless, I understand that I need to overcome this and focus on my studies to achieve my dream. b. I have two options for the BBA course: online mode and distance education (offline mode). I am unsure which mode will better support my goal of securing a job in an MNC or an overseas opportunity. c. My close circle has suggested IGNOU University, stating that its certificate has a good reputation in the market. Therefore, I am uncertain whether to choose an online mode (such as SRM Institute) or an offline mode (such as IGNOU or KSOU University). Could you please guide me on this matter? Thank you.
Ans: Ravichandra Sir,

1) KSOU is individually good. But as you have gained vast working experience, it is suggested to find out other better options to choose from.

2) You have rightly mentioned that IGNOU Certificate has a good reputation in the market and IGNOU provides comprehensive and well-structured textbooks and study material. However, due to time constraints, you will not have much time to go through each page and take notes, etc.

3) So, it is suggested to go for an online BBA Course with live/recorded online lectures. Here, you will have to check & ensure:

(a) the minimum attendance required
(b) timings of the live sessions should not clash with your office timings.
(c) timeline to submit assignments / Project Reports
(d) fees payable / affordability
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(f) Are there any other reputed universities/institutes that provide BBA online courses (other than SRM/Manipal)? On LinkedIn, recently there was news that IIM-Bangalore has a plan to start BBA-Online by September 2024. Please keep checking its website from now onwards.
(g) Try to join a reputed university/institute & research more for a month to choose the best one to reflect in your Resume.

Keeping in view the above factors, please choose the most suitable Institute / University and pursue your BBA.

All the BEST for your Bright Future, Sir.

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Hi...I scored 89 percentage in 12th boards in cbse and scored 98 in both maths and chemistry.....As it can be seen my Focus was on boards only....still I managed to score 84 percentile in JEE mains....and I am getting Btech in CSE in derbassi campus of thapar or btech in robotics and AI in patiala campus of thapar.....but I believe that since I haven't given my 100 percent in JEE....and maths is my strongest subject i scored 97 percentile in JEE in maths....so should I take drop for giving atleast one chance to JEE so that I don't regret this decision in my whole life..... please guide
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Ans: Satish Sir, Here is, How to Predict Your Daughter's Chances of Admission into NIT or IIIT or GFTI After JEE Main/Advanced Results – A Step-by-Step Guide

Providing precise admission chances for each student can be challenging. Some reputed educational websites offer ‘College Predictor’ tools where you can check possible college options based on your percentile, category, and preferences. However, for a more accurate understanding, here’s a simple yet effective 9-step method using JoSAA’s past-year opening and closing ranks. This approach gives you a fair estimate (though not 100% exact) of your admission chances based on the previous year’s data.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
Before starting, note down the following details:

Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
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Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
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Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
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Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
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Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
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Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

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Sir, i got 91% in jee mains with economically weaker sections. My overal rank is 124596 and category rank is 17941 would i get nit's or iits with branch aiml
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Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
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Step 3: Select the Round Number
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For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
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Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories.
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.
Example Calculation:
If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.
Follow this approach for Other State candidates and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

Can This Method Be Used for JEE April & JEE Advanced?
Yes! You can repeat the same steps after your April JEE Main results to refine your admission possibilities.
You can also follow a similar process for JEE Advanced cutoffs when applying for IITs.

Have some other options also as back-ups instead of relying only on JEE/JoSAA.

Want to Learn More About JoSAA Counseling?
If you want detailed insights on JoSAA counseling, engineering entrance exams, preparation strategies, and engineering career options, check out EduJob360’s 180+ YouTube videos on this topic!

Hope this guide helps! All the best for your admission and a bright future!

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Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
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Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
Click on the first search result (official JoSAA website).
You will land directly on JoSAA’s portal, where you can enter your details to check past-year cutoffs.
Step 3: Select the Round Number
JoSAA conducts five rounds of counseling.
For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
Select NIT, IIIT, or GFTI, depending on your preference.
If you are open to all types of institutes, check them one by one instead of selecting all at once.
Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories.
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.
Example Calculation:
If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.
Follow this approach for Other State candidates and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

Can This Method Be Used for JEE April & JEE Advanced?
Yes! You can repeat the same steps after your April JEE Main results to refine your admission possibilities.
You can also follow a similar process for JEE Advanced cutoffs when applying for IITs.

Have some other options also as back-ups instead of relying only on JEE/JoSAA.

Want to Learn More About JoSAA Counseling?
If you want detailed insights on JoSAA counseling, engineering entrance exams, preparation strategies, and engineering career options, check out EduJob360’s 180+ YouTube videos on this topic!

Hope this guide helps! All the best for your admission and a bright future!

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