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Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Dec 05, 2025

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Question by Pramod on Dec 05, 2025Hindi

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Student of 1st yr ECE BIT Mesra,should apply for branch change to CSE,IT,AI&ML considering future job security etc.

Ans: In future CSE,IT,AI&ML jobs will be more than ECE jobs, but job security is different. For job security you have to aim govt. jobs

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Asked by Anonymous - May 30, 2024Hindi

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Hello sir I am in 2nd sem of btech cse (core) branch in AKTU . I got admission from UPTU counselling and as I have interest in technology I applied for CSE core and got it but now I am confused whether to change my core branch to AI and ML as its in Trend or I should say in core branch? Another question if possible can I change if a put a request in my college change ho jayegi Kya??? Please reply

Ans: Hi,
It is possible to change the branch, provided you fulfil the criteria of the institution like CGPA, Attendance and the seat should be available in that branch.

Changing from core CSE to CSE+AIML won't make much difference as it will be only around 15-20%.

Still if you feel that you need AIML then go for it.

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Question by Ayush - Mar 23, 2025Hindi

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I am a first year student at MIT Manipal,currently pursuing Electrical and Electronics engineering(EEE),and I am have been given a choice to apply for branch change in my institute either to CSE,Mathematics and Computing(MnC) or ECE in my second year. I did not study Computer Science in 11th and 12th, and I coding in C for the first time as part of my 1st year syllabus.I am not very much interested to coding,but I am learning it since it is there in the course syllabus. My parents suggest switching to CSE, but they are not engineers and do not have insights into the current job market. Since my batch will be passing out in 2028, I want to understand the job scenario for CSE, MnC, ECE, and EEE graduates by then. Among these,which branch provides better opportunities for core engineering jobs with good or decent salary and stability? I have heard that many ECE graduates end up in IT jobs due to lack of core industries-is that true?Would ECE be a better alternative to CSE for core jobs or is it better to stay in EEE? Also between CSE, ECE, and EEE, which has less competition in the job market while still offering good career prospects? Additionally, I want to know which branch is broader, with ample opportunities in both the government and private sectors, especially for core jobs with good pay and stability. base on futuret rends, would it be a wise decision to change my branch, or should I continue with EEE?

Ans: Happy to see that you have asked very logical questions. I can say that, since you are already in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at MIT Manipal and have the opportunity to change to CSE, Mathematics and Computing (MnC), or ECE, your decision should be based on:

Your Interests (Core Engineering vs Coding)
Job Market Trends for 2028 and Beyond
Competition & Industry Demand

Future Job Market (2028 & Beyond) for Each Branch
Branch Core Job Scope IT/Software Jobs Govt Jobs Competition Salary Stability
CSE Low (Software Focused) High Limited Very High High but Unstable
MnC Medium (AI/ML, Finance) High Limited High High but Research-Oriented
ECE Medium (VLSI, Chip Design, Telecom, IoT) High Moderate (ISRO, DRDO, PSU) High Medium-High
EEE High (Power, EVs, Automation, Energy, PSU) Moderate High (Railways, NTPC, BHEL, Govt) Low-Medium High & Stable

Should You Switch to CSE, MnC, or ECE?
If You Want Core Engineering Jobs with Stability
Best Option: Stay in EEE

If You Want a Balance Between Core & Software Jobs
Best Option: ECE

If You Want a High-Paying Private Sector Career (But Not Core Engineering)
Best Option: MnC or CSE

Hope this will help you in decision making.

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Asked by Anonymous - May 28, 2025

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Sir Kindly suggest me which branch to choose: CSE KIIT, CSR SRM KTR , ECE AMRITA BANGALORE, CSE UPES , IT VIT Bhopal and AP, Mechatronics Manipal Udupi and CSE Manipal Jaipur

Ans: CSE at KIIT is the top choice due to its excellent placements, strong industry connections, and national reputation. Next, CSE at Manipal Jaipur offers good placements and the Manipal brand. ECE at Amrita Bangalore is strong, especially given its Bangalore location. IT at VIT Bhopal/AP and CSE at UPES are solid but less reputed options. CSR at SRM KTR and Mechatronics at Manipal Udupi are more niche; choose them only if your interests align closely. Prioritize: CSE KIIT > CSE Manipal Jaipur > ECE Amrita Bangalore > IT VIT > CSE UPES > CSR SRM > Mechatronics Manipal. All the best for your admission and a bright future!

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Question by Rupesh - Apr 25, 2026Hindi

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My son got 95.87% tile in jee main we are from obc ncl category any chance for cse

Ans: Slim chances at top NITs/IIITs. Try newer/lower NITs/IIITs. Keep a backup option of a good private college. Final chances depend heavily on his OBC rank, home state, and JoSAA cutoffs.

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Question by Srilaxmi - Apr 25, 2026Hindi

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Sir obc ncl rank 5983 state andhrapradesh....CRL...22K

Ans: Srilaxmi Madam, I have already partially answered your question, and now that you have provided your son's home state, here is the updated and refreshed response. With a CRL rank of 22,000, an OBC-NCL rank of 5,983, and Andhra Pradesh home state status, you have good chances of admission in NIT Andhra Pradesh, especially in ECE and EEE branches, while CSE remains borderline depending on the 2026 cutoff trends. Recent data shows that NIT Andhra Pradesh CSE closes around OBC-HS ranks of 5,100–5,500, making your rank slightly risky but still worth attempting; ECE looks more realistic. Admission to CSE/ECE in top NITs like Trichy, Warangal, and Surathkal through other-state quota may be difficult. Good options to fill include NIT Andhra Pradesh (CSE/ECE/EEE), IIIT Sri City, IIIT Kottayam, IIIT Nagpur, IIIT Una, IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Ranchi, and GFTIs. JoSAA confirms that OBC-NCL cutoffs are based on category rank, not CRL. It is recommended to prioritize choices as CSE → ECE → EEE → AI/DS/IT and keep CSAB Special Round as a strong backup. Additionally, reviewing JoSAA opening and closing ranks from the past 2–3 years will provide valuable insights for your son to confidently select and fill preferred choices. Also, keep Andhra Pradesh state counselling as a backup option. ALL the BEST for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Question by NARESH - Apr 24, 2026Hindi

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My rank is 3304 female what is possibility for iiit hyderabad cse

Ans: Chances at IIIT-H seem challenging. But keep strong backup options ready, since recent CSE cutoffs have often been around or above this range and fluctuate significantly.

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Question by Sushil - Apr 24, 2026Hindi

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Sir please clarify are iiit better then iit non core for cse?

Ans: For a student focused specifically on software/tech careers, the top IIITs can be better than lower-demand non-core branches at many IITs, but the premier IIT brand/network still outweighs most IIITs unless the IIT branch is a very poor fit for the student’s interests.

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 25, 2026Hindi

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Hi, My son has secured a rank of 4320 (CRL) in JEE Mains 2026. Home State is not an option. Can you suggest Institute + Branch preferences that we should opt?

Ans: Try ECE at top NITs (Trichy/Warangal/Surathkal/Calicut/Rourkela) and IIIT Allahabad IT/ECE, IIIT Gwalior CSE/IT, MNNIT Allahabad ECE/EE, and MNIT Jaipur ECE/EE, followed by strong fallback options in ECE/EE/CSE at mid-tier NITs/IIITs. However, keep a close eye on the closing ranks of previous years for more accurate predictions, which will be useful when filling the preference order.

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Asked on - Apr 25, 2026 | Answered on Apr 25, 2026

Thank you Sir. What about IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Bangalore, and JAC Delhi colleges?

Ans: Very good options. In a hurry, I missed their themes. Really sorry.
Preference order: IIIT-H > IIIT-B>JAC

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 24, 2026Hindi

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Respected Sir/Ma’am, My brother has secured 77 percentile in JEE Mains 2026 and is currently at a crossroads regarding his future. We would truly value your guidance on whether he should consider taking a drop year to improve his score or proceed with admission at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala. Additionally, if he opts for Thapar, we would be grateful if you could advise which branch he should choose, keeping in mind both his long-term career prospects and future growth opportunities. Your guidance would mean a lot to us in making an informed decision

Ans: Taking a drop does not guarantee success. If you can take the risk and have full confidence that he can crack the exam with the required percentile, then tell him to proceed with a drop.

At Thapar, consider CSE/COE > AI/ML/Data Science > ECE > Electrical > Mechanical/Civil, based on his genuine interest and aptitude.

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Question by B - Apr 24, 2026Hindi

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My cousin's son got 99.91 percentile in JEE mains with AIR 1422. He is from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Please suggest me the NITs & Main groups that are suitable for his qualifications. He is in Gen catagory ( Hindu, Brahmin )

Ans: Your son has a strong chance of getting into either top NITs or top IIITs. Try with NIT Warangal/Surathkal/Trichy CSE if available, then NIT Rourkela/Calicut/MNIT Jaipur/MNNIT Allahabad CSE, followed by top NIT ECE/AI/DS branches as backups

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Question by Kishore - Apr 25, 2026Hindi

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Sir, My son got 94.45percentile Jeemains, Mahindra CSE seat blocked, BITS 220marks Session 1, Manipal 148 marks and board 90%. He is interested in CSE or Maths and physics. What shall we do?

Ans: Kishore Sir, you have not mentioned your son's home state. However, please note that BITS typically requires a minimum of 240–250 marks even for MSc programs and above 290–320 for BE programs, especially for the CSE branch. Based on your son's scores, admission to NIT/IIIT CSE through JoSAA appears difficult; some newer IIITs and GFTIs may be possible through CSAB, mainly in lower-demand branches. Please keep Mahindra-CSE as a safe backup option. Regarding Manipal, MIT Manipal CSE is tough to get, but Mathematics & Computing or other CS-related branches may be borderline—last year’s CSE closing rank was near 5129 and Maths & Computing near 5633. MIT Bengaluru offers better chances for CSE/ECE, with the 2025 CSE closing rank around 11,331. Manipal Jaipur and SMIT Sikkim have very good chances for CSE, ECE, and AI-DS branches. Preference order could be MIT Manipal (Maths & Computing/CS specializations) → MIT Bengaluru (CSE/ECE) → Manipal Jaipur (CSE) → SMIT (CSE). If possible & if you/your son desire, have Thapar also as one of the backup options. Physics is a better option mainly for research-oriented goals; for his interests, CSE or Maths & Computing would be preferable unless he is strongly inclined toward research. ALL the BEST for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Question by Srilaxmi - Apr 25, 2026Hindi

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Sir, my son got 98.60percentile...obc ncl.... CAN WE EXPECT CSE

Ans: Srilaxmi Madam, you have not mentioned son's Home State. Based on his score, CSE admission is possible but largely depends on your son's OBC-NCL rank and home state quota. In top NITs like NIT Trichy, NIT Surathkal, and NIT Warangal, CSE remains highly competitive and typically closes at much higher ranks. However, there are very good chances for CSE in mid-level NITs and IIITs such as NIT Jalandhar, NIT Raipur, NIT Patna, IIIT Kota, IIIT Pune, and IIIT Nagpur, depending on rank movement and quota availability. Even stronger opportunities exist for ECE and through CSAB Special Round upgrades. I suggest keeping the preference order as CSE → IT → AI/Data Science → ECE, filling the maximum number of JoSAA choices, and treating CSAB as a strong Plan B. Please use your exact OBC-NCL rank for a more precise prediction. Additionally, reviewing JoSAA opening and closing ranks from the past 2–3 years will provide valuable insights and help your son confidently select and fill his preferred & maximum number of choices. ALL the BEST for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 25, 2026Hindi

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Hi Sir, My son has secured a rank of 4320 (CRL) in JEE Mains 2026. Home State is not an option. Can you suggest Institute + Branch preferences that we should opt?

Ans: Based on your son's score, he has strong chances for admission to top NITs and good IIITs, particularly in branches like ECE, EE, Mechanical, Mathematics & Computing, and, in some cases, CSE at mid-to-top NITs depending on the round and institute. JoSAA confirms that open category ranks are based on CRL. The preferred order to consider is NIT Trichy, NIT Surathkal, NIT Warangal, MNNIT Allahabad, NIT Calicut, NIT Rourkela, NIT Kurukshetra, MNIT Jaipur, SVNIT Surat, NIT Nagpur, followed by IIIT Allahabad, IIIT Gwalior, and IIIT Jabalpur. Suggested branch preference is CSE → AI/Data Science → ECE → Mathematics & Computing → EE → IT → Mechanical. While top NIT CSE may be difficult to secure (for example, NIT Trichy CSE closes near the top 1000 rank), ECE at strong NITs and CSE at good IIITs are very realistic options. Additionally, reviewing the JoSAA opening and closing ranks from the past 2–3 years will provide valuable insights and help your son confidently fill the maximum number of his preferred choices. ALL the BEST for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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