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CAT, XAT, CMAT, CET Expert - Answered on Feb 23, 2026

Patrick Dsouza is the founder of Patrick100.
Along with his wife, Rochelle, he trains students for competitive management entrance exams such as the Common Admission Test, the Xavier Aptitude Test, Common Management Admission Test and the Common Entrance Test.
They also train students for group discussions and interviews.
Patrick has scored in the 100 percentile six times in CAT. He achieved the first rank in XAT twice, in CET thrice and once in the Narsee Monjee Management Aptitude Test.
Apart from coaching students for MBA exams, Patrick and Rochelle have trained aspirants from the IIMs, the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies and the S P Jain Institute of Management Studies and Research for campus placements.
Patrick has been a panellist on the group discussion and panel interview rounds for some of the top management colleges in Mumbai.
He has graduated in mechanical engineering from the Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad. He has completed his masters in management from the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.... more

Question by Smart on Feb 23, 2026Hindi

Career

should i pursue mba ? i have 56% in my b.com which i completed in 2019 and 2024 to 2026 m.com and now i'm planning to pursue mba should i pursue. i didn't get any job and i want to stable career through mba

Ans: It could be beneficial to take up a job by doing some short term courses. You can simultaneously try and write MBA entrance exam, but a huge gap without work ex could face problems in placements.

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Question by Deepika - May 26, 2023Hindi

Career

I have a long gap in my career and I wish to pursue MBA. Should I ?

Ans: Pursuing an MBA can be a valuable step in enhancing your career opportunities and gaining new skills

Having a long gap in your career might raise some questions like
1. Identify a reason for your career gap and how it effects your future
2. Do you have any past accomplishments etc?
3. Any skills from past?
4. What are you doing currently

I would like to have more details to be able to help you ascertain how an MBA will help you achieve your future goals.

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Question by Pooja - Jul 27, 2024Hindi

Career

Sir I have completed my PG(history)in 2016.Still i m jobless. My age is 30 yrs old.Should I go for MBA course for job purpose?? Which institute/college should I opt for doing MBA course? Please guide me.

Ans: Preferably try to do short courses like Social Media Marketing or Financial Planning, in the area of your interest and look out for a job in that area. Post that you can try for MBA. Directly doing MBA with 9 years gap would not give you good placements from the college.

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Question by Kartik - Sep 02, 2024Hindi

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I am a BBA Graduate in Jaipur, Rajasthan. But also I am doing JOB since I completed my 12th. Ultimately I have a 3 years of experience officially having a current package of 4LPA in hand. Now, I am confused whether I should go for a MBA or not. Is this will boost my career or not?

Ans: MBA from a good college should boost your career. It will not only help you to rise higher quickly but also give you a better pay package. Quite a few companies for promotion do give preference to people who have MBA degree.

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Asked by Anonymous - Sep 05, 2024Hindi

Career

Sir, iam a 32 year old b.com graduate, with no work experience, due to personal issues i couldn't study before. But now can i pursue mba for better job opportunities.. please guide me sir

Ans: Being 32 years old with no work ex, you could face a problem during placements even if you get inro a MBA college. Would recommend you to do correspondence MBA and simultaneously do short term job oriented courses and take up a good job.

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Asked by Anonymous - Sep 20, 2024Hindi

Career

Dear Aashish, I have about 20 years of program management experience in IT sector and earning more than 40L. Will an MBA makes sense now. ?

Ans: If you are interested and feel stagnant in your job can look at course like PGP MAX from ISB requiring 15+ years work ex. If you are not looking at changing jobs then can look at doing short leadership courses or some Management courses which is online offline mode.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 15, 2026

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mene mere bf pe cheat kiya h hm ek dusre se bahot pyar krte h pr mene cheat kiya me excuses nhi de rhi hu pr meri mental state thik nhi thi muze tk kuch smj nhi aaya ki me kya kr rhi hu ye galat h but abhi muze realize ho gya h m roj khud ko hurt kr rhi hu ye guilt muze jine nhi de rha h muze mera bf vaps chahiye m kya kru?

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If you are physically hurting yourself, I strongly urge you to stop and speak about your struggles to a close friend or family member. Talking really helps. Next, I understand that you want your partner back, but we can't force someone. Give it some time. I think both of you need time right now to heal from the wound. I would urge you to take better care of yourself, both mental and physical health.

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Question by Suganya - Jul 16, 2026

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My daughter got B. tech CS with AI in Amritha puri campus.Is this good one or getting in Coimbatore campus is good one

Ans: Yes. It is a good option.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 16, 2026

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Sir got Btech CE in Somiya Vidyavihar university (Deemed) is it good choice? Got 93.36 in mhcet. 87.67 inJEE

Ans: Yes, K. J. Somaiya School of Engineering, Somaiya Vidyavihar University (Deemed), is a good choice for B.Tech in Computer Engineering, especially if you value academics, industry exposure, and a Mumbai location. With a 93.36 MHT-CET and 87.67 JEE Main percentile, you should also participate in the MHT-CET CAP counseling—you may secure seats at DJ Sanghvi, TSEC, or Fr. CRCE, which can offer comparable or better return on investment. Despite higher fees, Somaiya remains a strong option. All The Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 16, 2026

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Good Afternoon Sir, I need your guidance regarding my admission situation. I scored 77 percentile in JEE Main and 95 percentile in MHT CET. Unfortunately, I got a compartment in CBSE Class 12 Chemistry, so I am currently not eligible for MHT CET CAP rounds or JEE-based admissions. As a result, my current percentile scores are of no use this year. My compartment examination is scheduled for 28th July, and I am confident that I will clear it. Given this situation, I wanted to ask: - Should I take admission in a below-average college that is still available after clearing the compartment? - Or would it be better to take a one-year drop, prepare again, and aim for a much better college next year?

Ans: I could have given a more accurate response if you had also shared your 12th Grade Maths and Physics marks. However, based on the information provided, I want to remind you—in case you are not already aware—that you need to ensure a score of at least 75% or be in the top 20 percentile in your board exams. Scoring above the 96 percentile in JEE 2027 will be extremely challenging but not impossible based on your JEE 2026 performance. Your MH-CET performance is good and can be further improved with focused preparation over 7-8 months. The large disparity between your JEE and MH-CET results is unclear to me. To answer your question, I suggest considering a drop year to prepare well and strategically for both exams. Additionally, it is advisable to have at least 8-9 backup options apart from JEE and MH-CET, such as COMEDK, PERA-CET, VITEEE, AEEE, SITEE, etc., and/or register with some reputed colleges that accept your Board Exam or JEE scores. All The Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Question by Gopalkrishna - Jul 16, 2026

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i applied for sbi Mutual fund IPO, how it is?

Ans: company as in is good as AMC business in India is good as of now. If you are thinking for long term, say 5yrs and above the business will create wealth. If its pure for listing gains then its difficult.

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Question by Sukanta - Jul 14, 2026

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Is monetary gift received from blood brother tax free under India's Income Tax Act? If so what is the ceiling amount?

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Question by K - Jul 16, 2026

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Which is the best college for Mechanical Engineering in the list? DSATM, SMVIT, JSSATE, SIT(Tumkur), BMSIT

Ans: Prefer BMSIT, followed by SIT and others. All The Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 15, 2026

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What is better iiit jabalpur ece or bits hyd dual degree with MSC maths

Ans: If you have strong academic skills and can afford higher fees, the BITS Hyderabad Dual Degree (M.Sc. Mathematics) is the better long-term option. Its flexible dual-degree program, strong alumni network, Practice School internships, excellent brand value, and the chance to earn a highly sought-after B.E. (especially in CSE/ECE based on first-year CGPA) offer significantly broader career opportunities compared to IIIT Jabalpur ECE. Choose IIIT Jabalpur ECE only if lower cost and a guaranteed ECE branch are your main priorities. All The Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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I'll most likely be joining RVCE this year. My KCET rank is 42x and my COMEDK rank is 36x. Based on previous cutoffs, I'm assured a Core CSE seat through COMEDK, while through KCET I might get Core CSE if the cutoffs move, but AI/ML is almost certain. I'm a bit confused about Core CSE vs the CSE Allied branches (AI/ML, Cyber Security, Data Science, etc.), so I'd really appreciate some guidance. 1. What are the major differences between Core CSE and CSE Allied in terms of syllabus, degree awarded (does it mention the specialization or just B.E. in CSE?), placements 2. If the syllabus differs, from which semester do the branches start diverging? Roughly how much of the coursework is different? 3. During placements and internships, are Core CSE and CSE Allied students treated equally by recruiters, or do some companies prefer/restrict to Core CSE? 4. For someone aiming to become a software engineer, does choosing AI/ML, Cyber Security, or Data Science put you at any disadvantage compared to Core CSE? 5. If I get AI/ML/Cyber/Data Science through KCET but Core CSE through COMEDK, do you think paying roughly ₹1.8 lakh extra for Core CSE is worth it?

Ans: At RVCE, CSE Allied (AI/ML, DS, Cyber) is almost at par with Core CSE. Choose KCET Allied over paying ?1.8 lakh extra for Core CSE via COMEDK.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 15, 2026

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Sir my preperatory rank in sc is 3420 in jee advanced and I am female can I get any branch or seat in iit in 2026

Ans: Yes, you may have a chance for an IIT preparatory seat, but it is on the borderline. Fill in all choices in JoSAA and keep backup options ready.

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