B.Tech in Mechanical Engg at IIT Bombay vs. EE at IIT Hyderabad vs. ECE at IIT Kharagpur vs. EE at IIT Kanpur: Which is the best choice?

Ans: SRM University AP’s CSE AI & ML program offers a modern curriculum developed in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), focusing on machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and AI ethics. The department reports 100% placement rates for CSE (2021–2024), with 90% of AI/ML students securing roles in tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and PayPal. The program emphasizes project-based learning, industry internships, and interdisciplinary research, supported by labs and hackathons. However, student reviews highlight variable role quality, with some placements in non-core AI roles (e.g., testing), and the specialization’s relative newness (inaugurated in 2021) limits long-term alumni feedback. For aspirants prioritizing cutting-edge AI training and assured placements, SRM AP’s program is viable, but cross-verify branch-specific outcomes during counselling. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on a thorough re-examination of official cutoff data from JoSAA and CSAB counselling records, your son’s JEE Main rank of 19,800 (Home State quota) falls below the 2024 closing rank for CSE at PEC Chandigarh, which was 17,512. While CSE remains inaccessible, ECE, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering at PEC Chandigarh are viable, with 2024 HS quota closing ranks of 30,744 (ECE), 43,039 (Electrical), and 58,061 (Mechanical). For CSE in Chandigarh, UIET’s 2024 HS quota closing rank was 42,817, making it accessible. Prioritize ECE/Electrical at PEC for superior placements (~90% UG rate) or opt for CSE at UIET if branch preference outweighs institutional reputation. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Aishwarya Madam, Based on placement trends from 2023–2025, CSE at IIT Goa offers the strongest outcomes, with 94–100% placement rates consistently, supported by structured internships and diverse recruiters like Amazon and Microsoft. While IIT Dharwad (65% CSE placement) and IIT Tirupati (67–78% CSE placement) lag behind Goa, their curricula align with industry standards but face variability in recruiter engagement. For Electrical Engineering, IIT Jodhpur (96% placement) and IIT Dhanbad (80–87% EE placement) outperform IIT Mandi (62% EE placement) and IIT Ropar (76% EE placement), with Jodhpur’s EE program securing over 90% placements annually through robust industry partnerships. ECE at NIT Surathkal (96% placement) remains a superior choice, boasting near-universal placements and recruiter diversity (e.g., Amazon, Intel), outperforming most IIT EE programs in consistency. Prioritize CSE at IIT Goa for optimal placement security or ECE at NIT Surathkal for proven outcomes; opt for EE at IIT Jodhpur/Dhanbad only if core electrical roles are prioritized over branch flexibility. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Vaishnavi, With a 97.5 percentile in JEE Main 2025 (approximate rank 25,000–28,000), securing CSE in top-tier NITs like Trichy, Warangal, or Surathkal is unlikely, as their CSE closing ranks for General-All India hover between 2,500–6,000. However, lower-tier NITs such as NIT Agartala, NIT Silchar, or NIT Mizoram may offer CSE seats, with historical closing ranks around 24,000–32,000. For IIITs, options like IIIT Kalyani (CSE closing rank ~66,893 in 2024) and IIIT Sri City (CSE placement rate 89.67% in 2024) are viable, though branch availability may vary. State-funded institutions like PEC Chandigarh or DTU (through state quotas) and private universities such as Thapar University (83% UG placement rate) or LNMIIT Jaipur (91% placement rate) provide credible alternatives with robust industry ties. While core CSE seats in premier NITs/IIITs remain challenging, prioritize NIT Agartala/Silchar for CSE, explore IIITs with higher closing ranks, or opt for Thapar/LNMIIT if institutional reputation and placements outweigh branch preferences. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on the latest VITEEE cutoff trends and institutional data, a rank of 1,36,630 makes securing CSE at VIT-AP highly unlikely across all fee categories. The 2024 CSE cutoff for Category 1 at VIT-AP closed at 45,000, while Category 5 (highest fee tier) historically closed around 120,000 ranks in 2023. For 2025, even with potential cutoff expansions, ranks beyond 115,000–120,000 are typically ineligible for CSE at VIT-AP and instead qualify for lower-demand branches like Civil or Mechanical Engineering under Category 5. While VIT-AP’s centralized placements report 70–87% placement rates for CSE, these opportunities are contingent on branch eligibility. Given the rank mismatch, exploring alternative institutes like VIT-Bhopal (which may accept higher ranks for CSE) or focusing on non-CSE branches at VIT-AP under Category 5 (if financially viable) would be more pragmatic. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on placement trends and institutional credibility, Thapar University and LNMIIT Jaipur outperform Scaler School of Technology (SST) for CSE, with Thapar securing 83% UG placement rates (2023) and LNMIIT achieving over 91% placement rates (2025), backed by established industry ties with firms like Microsoft, Amazon, and Intel. While SST highlights 96.3% internship rates and 1,200+ hiring partners, its curriculum lacks UGC/AICTE recognition, potentially limiting higher education options, and its inaugural batch (2023) lacks long-term placement data. Thapar’s structured internships and LNMIIT’s median placement consistency (?12 LPA) provide proven outcomes, whereas SST’s focus on project-based learning and innovation labs caters to entrepreneurial aspirations but carries inherent risks as a new institution. For stability and sector-agnostic opportunities, prioritize Thapar or LNMIIT; consider SST only if immediate industry immersion outweighs degree recognition concerns. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Based on the latest cutoff trends, your JEE Main rank of 45,745 (General All India) with West Bengal home state quota makes Chemical Engineering at NIT Durgapur highly unlikely, as its 2024 HS quota closing rank was 38,799 for this branch. Similarly, IIEST Shibpur’s Chemical Engineering is inaccessible, as its HS quota closing ranks for comparable branches like Electrical Engineering were 27,313 in 2024, far below your rank. However, ECE at IIIT Kalyani is feasible, as its 2024 All India closing rank was 66,893, and your rank falls comfortably within this range. While IIITs lack home state quotas, your All India rank suffices. Prioritize IIIT Kalyani’s ECE, as it is the only viable option with your current rank. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hello Anirban
Yes. It is a good option for CSE.
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Ans: Hello dear.
Prefer Robo @ Madras Institute of Technology if possible. Yet the choice of your daughter matters more.
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