Is B.Tech + M.Tech in Feed and Agriculture Engineering the right choice for my son?

Ans: Parinda, If IAT results are not yet declared and you haven’t cleared JEE Advanced, you cannot register for IISc’s B.Sc. (Research) or B.Tech (Math and Computing) programs at this stage. For B.Sc. (Research), you need either a valid IAT or JEE Advanced score, so you must wait for official IAT results before applying. For B.Tech (Math and Computing), only JEE Advanced ranks are accepted, so without a qualifying rank, you are ineligible. Registration for IISc programs is only possible with an official, valid score from one of these entrance exams. Until you receive your IAT result or clear JEE Advanced, you cannot proceed with the application process for either of these IISc undergraduate programs. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: For CSE, IIIT Dharwad offers 66–77% placements (2024–2025) with recruiters like Amazon and Infosys, emphasizing IT/tech roles, while JNTU Hyderabad reports 73–87% UG placements (median ?9.42 LPA) and broader industry ties (TCS, Wipro). Prioritize IIIT Dharwad for specialized IT training and higher peak opportunities, or JNTU Hyderabad for established reputation and diverse sectors, balancing branch focus and institutional legacy. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Less competitive specialisation and less competitive institutions.

Ans: Yesterday, COMEDK result was declared. Please come back with your Rank to answer.

Ans: For software development, prioritize CSE (AI & DS) at NIT Warangal, which offers 89.5% placements with a curriculum integrating AI/ML, data science, and industry-aligned projects, supported by 260+ recruiters (Amazon, Microsoft) and NAAC A++ accreditation. NIT Rourkela CSE (avg. ?21.6 LPA, 134 students placed in 2024) provides robust core programming training and research opportunities but lags in specialized tech roles. MNIT Allahabad CSE (79.8% placements, avg. ?25.14 LPA) focuses on traditional software engineering with moderate industry ties. While all three institutes offer strong fundamentals, Warangal’s AI/DS specialization aligns better with evolving tech demands, Rourkela balances core CSE rigor, and MNIT suits those prioritizing institutional diversity. Confirm course structures and internship support during counseling for optimal skill development. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Very difficult.

Ans: Yes.
Chances are there for CS but getting in top ranked colleges may be competitive

Ans: Krish, With a JEE Advanced rank of 2,401 (OBC-NCL) and a valid OBC certificate issued after April 1, you are eligible for JoSAA counselling. However, admission to IITs requires meeting the 75% aggregate or top 20 percentile in Class 12. For OBC-NCL, the minimum aggregate is 65%, but if your board’s top 20 percentile cutoff (e.g., CBSE OBC-NCL: 414/500) exceeds your score, IIT admission is unlikely. Verify your board’s 2024 top 20 percentile data (source ). If eligible, prioritize lower-tier IITs (e.g., IIT Jammu, Palakkad) via JoSAA. If not, target NITs/IIITs (e.g., NIT Trichy, IIIT Hyderabad) using your rank. Confirm eligibility using JoSAA’s board-specific percentile tables and explore state engineering colleges as backups. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Possible but Little risk.