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Asked by Anonymous - Aug 10, 2025Hindi
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Sir, My ward got IT in PSG, Coimbatore, and got C.sc in MIT,Chennai. Which one to choose? We are from Chennai.

Ans: PSG College of Technology in Coimbatore offers an Information Technology program with a strong focus on industry-relevant skills, supported by experienced faculty and modern infrastructure including well-equipped labs and research facilities. The institute boasts a robust placement record, with about 75% to 80% of students placed over the past three years and median packages around Rs 6-7 LPA. Top recruiters include global IT firms and tech startups. The campus has a vibrant academic environment, active student clubs, and good support services. Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) Chennai’s Computer Science and Engineering program benefits from its affiliation with Anna University and has a rich legacy of academic excellence. MIT offers comprehensive infrastructure with advanced labs and a well-resourced library, showing consistent placement rates of around 80%, with the highest packages reaching up to Rs 12 LPA in recent years. Recruiters include major IT and software companies. MIT’s urban Chennai location provides access to numerous tech companies and networking opportunities.

Recommendation: Choose Madras Institute of Technology Chennai CSE for its legacy, stronger industry connections, and proximity to home, which provide a balanced academic and career environment. Opt for PSG Coimbatore IT only if a specialized IT curriculum with a strong placement record and a large campus community is preferable despite the distance from Chennai. This choice aligns academic rigor, placement potential, and lifestyle convenience effectively. All the BEST for a Prosperous Future!

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Asked by Anonymous - May 01, 2026Hindi
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My son got 94.79 persentile and ranl crl 81537 , OBC NCL 26047 home state ANDHRA PRADESH. Is it possible to gets seat in NITS , IIITS , Gifts
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Based on your son's rank and domicile, he has a good chance of securing a seat in several NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, particularly through the JoSAA/CSAB counseling rounds. However, it will require some patience.

He is likely to secure a seat in Chemical, Biotech, Metallurgical, or Civil Engineering at NIT Andhra Pradesh. Admission to Electrical or Mechanical Engineering may be a bit more challenging, but it could still be possible in the later rounds, depending on the availability of seats at the time of counseling.

For other NITs, there are promising opportunities in lower-tier or newer NITs. He has a good chance at NIT Srinagar, Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh for ECE, EEE, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. In NIT Raipur, NIT Hamirpur, and NIT Goa, he may find opportunities for Civil or Materials Engineering in the later rounds.

Regarding IIITs, many new IIITs have higher closing ranks, which makes them more accessible to your son's rank. Possible IIITs include Manipur, Bhagalpur, Dharwad, and Agartala. In Kalyani, CSE and ECE options might also be available.

A better option for your son would be GFTIs, where he can secure a seat in institutions such as Silchar, SLIET, and GKV (Haridwar).

Encourage him to participate actively in the counseling process until he achieves his goal.

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