I’ve completed my 12th 2 years ago. Couldn’t decide which course to pursue. Parents are persuading to do btech as it will be useful in future if in case I would like to go for business and also because it is high paying. But I’ve no interest in maths and comp coding. What should I do to for a better future?

Ans: With 108 marks in IAT 2025 (General category), admission to top IISERs (Pune, Kolkata, Mohali) is unlikely (expected cutoffs: 130–160). However, newer IISERs like Berhampur/Tirupati (cutoffs: 95–110) may offer seats in later rounds. Monitor counseling for vacancies and prioritize IISER Berhampur or state universities via CUET as backups. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Visalakshi, Choosing between IISERs and IITs for UG studies hinges on career goals and academic interests. IITs excel in engineering education, offering 85–95% placement rates in core tech roles (avg. ?15–25 LPA) via top recruiters like Microsoft and Tata, alongside robust industry networks and global recognition. Their structured B.Tech programs emphasize applied sciences, complemented by internships and research opportunities like IIT Kanpur’s SURGE. IISERs, however, focus on interdisciplinary science through a 5-year BS-MS program, blending biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics with mandatory research projects, ideal for students pursuing PhD or R&D careers. While IISER placements are modest (~50–70% with avg. ?8–10 LPA), their strength lies in preparing graduates for academia or niche sectors like biotechnology and data science. For engineering immediacy, prioritize IITs; for research-driven science, opt for IISERs, considering their lower fees and government funding. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With 80 marks in IAT 2025 (OBC-NCL), your score is below the expected cutoff for IISER Thiruvananthapuram (OBC-NCL: 100–110 marks). Admission is unlikely unless cutoffs drop significantly in later rounds. Aim for newer IISERs like Berhampur or Tirupati, which may have lower cutoffs for your category. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Dhruv, JECRC Jaipur engineering ke liye sahi hai, agar tumko private college mein padhna hai aur achhi placements chahiye toh. Government college milna mushkil ho toh ye ek solid choice hai. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: HI,
B Tech less competitive specialization. Consult the VIT team for further details.

Ans: HI,
B Tech less competitive specialization. Consult the VIT team for further details.

Ans: Hi Faiza,
B Tech biotech.

Ans: YES.
Placement: without your participation, where you go you will not get.
Alumni: Very Good.

Ans: Hi Dr.
Possibilities are there under SQ (obc) in gmc, for general bit challenging.