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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 29, 2024Hindi

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Sir, which is better - Cse with data science in SRM KTR or Integrated Mtech in VIT chennai?

Ans: Prefer SRM-KTR-DS. All the BEST.

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Should I take VIT CSE (Data science) MTech Integrated at Chennai or CSE IoT at SNU Chennai?

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Sir i got integrated M. Tech CSE(Data science) in VIT -Chennai and getting B. Tech (CSE) in SRM- KTR. What to choose sir

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Good morning sir,considering my child's interest in mathematics and finance we are targeting nus,ntu,smu,hkust and hku for his bba-finance.He is currently in grade 12 with commerce and mathematics in isc board and had secured 96% inclass 10 icse.Kindly guide .

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Sir, I had my Class 12 board exams, but I am not sure whether I will pass Physics and Chemistry because I am getting around 18 marks in each. Sir, can I get 5 grace marks in each subject? I have calculated the maximum marks I can get, and it comes to around 18. Sir, if I fail, can I appear for National Institute of Open Schooling this year itself? My main aim is to do a B.Tech from a local college. I got 80 percentile in my first attempt and will likely get a similar score in Session

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Sir, I had my Class 12 board exams, but I am not sure whether I will pass Physics and Chemistry because I am getting around 18 marks in each. Sir, can I get 5 grace marks in each subject? I have calculated the maximum marks I can get, and it comes to around 18. Sir, if I fail, can I appear for National Institute of Open Schooling this year itself? My main aim is to do a B.Tech from a local college. I got 80 percentile in my first attempt and will likely get a similar score in Session

Ans: Soham, you can take the NIOS test, but you must score at least 75% or be in the top 20% (including NIOS). Also, keep in mind that if you get an 80 percentile, you won't get good NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs in any branch other than the one you want. Should this year not go as planned, please prepare for the JEE and consider taking it again next year. You should also try to improve your score in NIOS and JEE. Instead of just relying on JEE/JoSAA Counseling, though, have backup plans with 4–5 private engineering colleges. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!

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Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirenment? Will I be eligible to take admission with this condition if I qualified the exam and interview? I am asking specifically for ugee nothing else????

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Hi si mai 12 board ka student hu per mera boaed me 75 % nahi aa pa rahe hai kya mai punh 11 se pad ker jee main and advance de skta hu usi 10 me margshit per please tell me sir i pasa 10 2024 and 12 pass 2026 punh 11 se pad ker jee de skta hu

Ans: Yes, you can study Class 11–12 again on your own and appear for JEE Main and JEE Advanced; the 75% marks rule matters mainly at the time of admission, not for taking the exams.

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My daughter failed in class 9th and now she has enrolled in NIOS secondary . There is lot of free time . What can she do keep herself busy?

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Will CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths be considered equivalent to PCM requirenment? Will I be eligible to take admission with this condition if I qualified the exam and interview?

Ans: Yes, CBSE PCB + NIOS Maths is the same as PCM for getting into engineering colleges. You can apply if you pass the exam or interview. NIOS marksheet adds to CBSE for Math and is accepted by JEE, MHT-CET, and most colleges (like PICT Pune). No problems with two mark sheets, provided you meet the other eligibility criteria. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!

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