Class 12 student aiming for UCL: Is a gap year the right choice?

Ans: The ICT–IOCL Odisha Campus offers a unique five-year integrated M.Tech in Chemical Engineering with minors in six disciplines, blending nine trimesters of on-campus coursework with six trimesters of paid industrial internships, led by PhD-qualified faculty in state-of-the-art labs and backed by NAAC A++ accreditation and merit-cum-means scholarships. In contrast, National Institute of Technology Manipur’s four-year B.Tech in Civil Engineering admits 38 students per year, is NIRF-ranked 101–150, features foundational structural, geotechnical, and environmental labs under government funding, and achieved a median UG package of ?8.75 LPA with 147 of 161 graduates placed in 2024. NIT Mizoram’s B.Tech Civil cohort (34 seats) recorded a 100% placement rate in 2024 with a median package of ?6 LPA and recruiters such as Adobe and Tech Mahindra, all within its Institute of National Importance framework and burgeoning permanent campus near Aizawl Airport.

Recommendation: If your goal is industry-immersive chemical engineering training with guaranteed stipends and entrepreneurial focus, choose ICT–IOC Bhubaneswar; for a core civil engineering pathway with strong government support, higher civil-branch placements and national-level credentials, opt for NIT Mizoram, with NIT Manipur as a solid fallback. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: The B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence & Data Engineering at IIIT Kota was established in the 2024–25 academic session with an annual intake of 60 students, offering a curriculum that blends foundational AI, data science, and hands-on project work under PhD-qualified faculty. As a newly launched branch, the first cohort has not yet graduated, so there are no branch-specific placement records for 2024 or 2025. However, IIIT Kota’s established CSE and ECE branches have reported strong placement statistics in 2024, with an overall placement rate of 74% and average packages above ?12 LPA, indicating a positive recruitment environment for computing disciplines. The AI & DS program is designed to meet current industry demand for data scientists, AI engineers, and analytics professionals, leveraging the institute’s growing partnerships with leading tech firms and its status as an Institute of National Importance. Participation in CSAB rounds may be considered if you are targeting higher-ranked NITs, IIITs, or core CSE branches, but for most candidates, the current AI & DS seat at IIIT Kota offers a robust platform for future opportunities in AI, machine learning, and data analytics.

Recommendation: Retain the AI & Data Science seat at IIIT Kota for its modern curriculum, strong institutional reputation, and emerging placement ecosystem; participate in CSAB only if you have a realistic chance at a core CSE seat in a higher-ranked NIT or IIIT, otherwise focus on maximizing opportunities in the current program through internships and research projects. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Anupam Sir, The integrated five-year BS-MS in Mathematics & Data Science at HBTU Kanpur equips students with a strong foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning, computational mathematics, and big-data analytics, supplemented by hands-on labs and semester internships in collaboration with industry partners. Graduates secure roles as data scientists, machine learning engineers, data analysts, business-intelligence specialists and research scholars across technology, finance, healthcare, e-commerce and government sectors. For a versatile, research-oriented pathway with robust industry exposure and high placement assistance, pursue the BS-MS in Mathematics & Data Science at HBTU Kanpur; to further enhance prospects, engage early in internships, interdisciplinary projects and professional certifications in AI and big data technologies. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Dear Anonymous,
Outrightly calling someone fat and rejecting based on their appearance isn't fair, but after all, you are allowed to have a preference and choose accordingly. Also, I'd say that if you think she is arrogant and making up fake stories, that's something more important that you might want to look into and rethink the relationship.

Hope this helps.

Ans: Dear Anonymous,
I know it's quite a tricky situation. On the one hand, it isn't easy to find a good friend and on the other hand, it's not easy to hide your feelings for someone for too long. I suggest testing the water out a little before diving. Drop some hints and see how he reacts; maybe suggest a hypothetical situation where you two are a couple and see what he says. If he finds it unbelievable, then I'd ask you to reconsider confessing right now. If he reacts positively, you might think of telling him about your feelings. In case, you do confess, please make sure he feels comfortable enough to speak his truth and not feel pressurized to reciprocate.

Hope this helps.

Ans: Dear Thakur,
I cannot help you without knowing the reason why your girlfriend isn't talking to you since the last 4 months. Also, if there's no contact for 4 months, there's a possibility that she might not want to be your GF anymore. Please give some more details so that I can help you better.
Best wishes!

Ans: Hello dear
All options are good. Prefer CSE AIML at RVCE or KIIT, whichever is closer to your hometown.

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Ans: Hello Siddhant
Don’t worry. If your admit card says “Secondary Supplementary Exam,” that means you're appearing for the compartment exam, which is correct for a subject in which you received RT (compartment). You’re eligible to take that exam even if you filled out the form thinking it was for improvement. However, it is highly recommended to seek a second opinion from your school administration for more clarity and recent updates, so you don’t waste time and avoid unnecessary worries at home.

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Ans: Hello dear.
For CSE, try with: Atria Institute of Technology, AMC Engineering College, and Don Bosco Institute in Bangalore.

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