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Dr Dipankar Dutta |1873 Answers |Ask -Follow

Tech Careers and Skill Development Expert - Answered on Jun 29, 2025

Dr Dipankar Dutta is an associate professor in the computer science and engineering department at the University Institute of Technology, the University of Burdwan, West Bengal.
He has 27 years of experience and his interests include AI, data science, machine learning, pattern recognition, deep learning and evolutionary computation.
Aside from his responsibilities at the college, he also delivers lectures and conducts webinars.
Dr Dipankar has published 25 papers in international journals, written book chapters, attended conferences, served as a board observer for WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) exams and as a counsellor for engineering college admissions in West Bengal. He helps students choose the right college and stream for undergraduate, masters and PhD programmes.
A senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (SMIEEE), he holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from the Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College and a an MTech degree in computer technology from Jadavpur University.
He completed his PhD in engineering from IIEST, Shibpur (formerly BE College).... more

Question by harpreet on Jun 29, 2025Hindi

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Sir, Which is better Thapar CS or NIT Jalandhar mechanical?

Ans: Thapar CS

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Sir, Which is better in terms of placement and future job prospects - BITS Pilani Mechanical Engineering or CSE Thapar University?

Ans: Both fields have promising prospects, but it ultimately depends on your passion and career aspirations. Explore your interests and make an informed decision. You should choose based on your interest & consider your long-term career goals.

If you enjoys coding, problem-solving, and new technology, CSE focuses on programming and algorithms. CSE graduates have a wide range of career options, including software development, data science, artificial intelligence, and consulting. Thapar University’s average placement package is around INR 11.9 LPA, and the highest package offered is INR 55.75 LPA.

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Sir which is better computer engineering from Thapar or metallurgy branch from punjab engineering college Chandigarh

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Sir which is better CS in Thapar or Mechanical engineering in NSUT dehli

Ans: Vansh, Choose Thapar University CS if you are focused on Computer Science, willing to invest more, and want a reputed private university with strong IT placements.

Choose NSUT Mechanical if you prefer Mechanical Engineering, want a government university with lower fees, good placements, and the advantage of Delhi’s location.

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Sir, I am currently in class 12th and will be going for engineering in the next few months.. I am currently confused between choosing Computer Science Engineering (CSE) and Mechanical Engineering for my career. I have always wanted a good salary and strong career growth, which is why CSE seems attractive. However, during this past year, I studied mostly online, and honestly, sitting in front of screens all day feels very draining to me. I realized that I do not enjoy spending 24/7 with laptops and coding-based work. I am also interested in designing, practical work, and fields where I can be involved in creating and building things, which makes Mechanical Engineering feel appealing. Another concern I have is that in CSE, people often say you must keep constantly learning new technologies, otherwise you may get replaced easily. Also, right now, almost everyone seems to be choosing CSE, which makes me wonder about future competition and job security. At the same time, I worry that Mechanical Engineering may not provide the same salary growth or opportunities as CSE. How should I decide between these two fields? Should I prioritize interest and work style, or salary and market demand? Which option would be better for long-term career satisfaction and financial stability?

Ans: Relisha, my suggestion is to focus mainly on your interest and the type of work you enjoy when making a career decision, because long-term satisfaction and financial stability depend on how much you like your work, how continuously you improve your skills, and how well you build connections. Over the next four years, work on improving both your technical and soft skills related to your chosen field, build a strong LinkedIn profile that clearly shows your skills and achievements, and create a good professional network by connecting with people in your domain. Keep checking job market trends regularly through LinkedIn and other reliable sources so you stay updated. Also, choose your college carefully by looking at the placement records of the last 2–3 years. If you decide to go for mechanical engineering, then focus seriously on skill development and personal branding, because these efforts together will play a big role in your long-term career satisfaction and financial growth. ALL the BEST for Your Prosperous Future!

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Hello sir, my son got 71017 rank in jee mains, with karnataka domicile, can u tell me whether he can get admission in any good Nits, he will be writing advance too.

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I got 90.94 percentile in jee with OBC category with AIR 141046 and catagory rank around 47000 and I am from odisha What advice for me.???

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 21, 2026Hindi

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My ward has got 71812 rank in jee mains 2026.which NIT we can expect for mechanical or chemical engineering.kindly suggest.

Ans: Target lower NITs like NIT Raipur, NIT Agartala, NIT Srinagar, or NIT Silchar (better chances with home state/quota).

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