I passed CBSE with PCB but want Maths too: Can I take BITSAT 2025?

Ans: Pallavi Madam, even though your Son is classified as OBC-NCL, obtaining a CSE from one of the top NITs may prove to be somewhat challenging. I recommend that you review the opening and closing ranks for the CSE branch of the JoSAA from the previous year (2024) for NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs to obtain a general understanding of your son's eligibility based on your son's percentile and category. Based on the data available, select a few institutes that will be beneficial to you during the JoSAA Counseling Process. Watch one of the EduJob360 Videos on 'JoSAA Counselling Process' if time permits, in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of the process. Additionally, please advise your son to to improve his JEE-Main score during the April session by strategically and intelligently preparing for the exam. It is also advisable to have a Plan B and Plan C in place by taking 2-3 additional entrance exams, such as APEAPCET and TSEAPCET, after verifying your son's eligibility in your home state. Additionally, you may consider enrolling in COMEDK as a potential option for admission to institutions in Karnataka, provided that you can afford it. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: New tax regime restrict carried forward of losses related to specified deductions only. Accordingly, capital loss can be carried forward to future years.

Ans: Aditi, The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is addressing a delay in updating the Transfer of Credit (TOC) marksheet. To resolve the issue, contact the NIOS Learner Support Centre during working hours, the NIOS Headquarters, or the nearest regional centre. Ensure all required documents, including the original marksheet from your previous board, are submitted to the appropriate NIOS office. Regularly check the NIOS student portal for updates on your TOC status. The TOC process typically takes 30 to 45 days, but processing times can vary. Persistent follow-up through these channels is advisable to ensure your marksheet is updated promptly. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: The eligibility for JEE Advanced and IIT admissions depends on specific criteria set by the Joint Admission Board (JAB). For IIT admissions, candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in their Class 12 or equivalent exam. If you added Mathematics as a private candidate through CBSE in 2025, your eligibility depends on whether JAB recognizes CBSE Private as an equivalent qualification. If you clear JEE Main and meet the JEE Advanced cutoff in 2025, you qualify for JEE Advanced. However, for IIT admissions, the final decision will be based on whether CBSE Private Mathematics (2025) is accepted as a valid qualification. If CBSE Private Mathematics is not accepted, you may not be eligible for IITs but could explore other engineering colleges with flexible subject criteria. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: Shinee, At Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore, MBBS admissions include a reserved quota for Christian minority candidates under the management quota. The NEET cutoff score for Christian minority candidates is approximately 400-500 (+/-).

However, cutoff scores may vary each year depending on factors such as the number of applicants, the difficulty level of the NEET exam, and seat availability. For the most accurate and updated information regarding the current year’s cutoff, it is recommended to visit the official CMC Vellore admissions website or directly contact their admissions office. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: 85.2 percentile is slightly on lower side for Warangel-NIT which is considered as one of the 5 NITs among others. However, to know whether you will get a seat as you belong to SC Category, please follow these steps: 1. Calculate your approximate rank based on your percentile using a Google search. 2. As mentioned in several my previous responses, check the JoSAA opening and closing ranks for 2024 to get a general idea of the institutes and branches you might be eligible for, based on your category (SC). Make sure you fill in your preferences accordingly during the actual JoSAA counselling process after JEE Advanced. 3. To better understand the JoSAA counselling process, I recommend watching an EduJob360 video if time permits. 4. Additionally, it’s advisable to appear for 3-4 more entrance exams (if your parents can afford it) as backups. Relying only on JEE may limit your options, so it's good to have a broader range of choices to ensure you select the most suitable path for you. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: Your question already suggests a clear direction. Given his strong passion for Mathematics and Physics, pursuing Engineering or Research Studies would be a natural choice, especially considering his impressive AIR-111 in IAT. However, it's important to note that most IISER-UG graduates opt for postgraduate studies or Ph.D. programs abroad. If you can afford it, this could be a great pathway for him. Additionally, keeping Engineering as an option would be wise, especially if he secures a good rank in JEE Advanced. All the Best for your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: NO. Candidates from other states are eligible for a limited quota of seats (through MHT-CET of Maharashtra) in self-financed and private colleges but are not eligible for government quota seats. The COMEDK entrance exam in Karnataka is open to students from across India; however, it does not apply to government colleges in Karnataka. If you are considering government colleges, you may explore options in Uttar Pradesh, where JEE Main scores are accepted for admission.
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