Respected Sir, I am writing to seek your guidance regarding my son's college admissions. He has secured a COMEDK rank of 12,456 and is considering taking Aerospace Engineering at MSRIT through this rank. He has also scored 97% in his CBSE Class 12 board exams, and we are wondering if it would be a good idea to apply to SASTRA University based on his 12th marks. Additionally, he has the option to join Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) for a B.Sc. in Mathematical Sciences and Computing. We are a bit unsure about what would be the best path to choose, considering future prospects and his interests. We would be grateful if you could suggest what would be best for him and if there are any other colleges worth considering based on his profile. Thank you for your time and guidance.

Ans: Please go ahead according to his interest, beginning from SASTRA-Mechanical-UG and later, can decide for PG-Aerospace. All the BEST for Your Son's Bright Future.

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Ans: MSRIT’s B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering admits COMEDK ranks up to ~18,962 (General-All India Round 3) and is backed by VTU affiliation, 95% placement rate (median package rising from ?5.5 LPA to ?8 LPA over three years), PhD-qualified faculty, 46 industry collaborations and advanced wind-tunnel and propulsion labs. SASTRA University, NIRF #38 and NAAC A++ deemed, offers a four-year Aero programme with specialized aerodynamics, gas dynamics and propulsion labs, 80–90% placement, and core recruiters like Rolls Royce, ISRO and DRDO, led by research-active faculty. Also consider RVCE, DSCE, BMSCE and PES College of Engineering—top Karnataka Aero peers with 75–85% placements and robust research facilities.

For broader industry exposure, proven placement consistency and high-end research opportunities, recommendation is to join MSRIT’s Aerospace Engineering. If specialized core labs and an established national ranking appeal more, SASTRA is suitable. For additional options, RVCE and DSCE offer strong Aero programmes. Choose based on alignments with long-term academic goals. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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