Sir which option is bette - NIT Jalandhar Textile Engineering or MBM Jodhpur CSE(best state govt college in Rajasthan). I live in Jaipur.

Ans: Sangram, IIIT Dharwad secures CSE admission via JEE Main with a General category closing rank of 34 726–38 187 in 2025, boasts NBA accreditation, modern AI and computing labs, Practice School internships, and a 90% placement consistency over three years with recruiters like Google and Microsoft. In Maharashtra, your 96.68 percentile in MHT CET is similar to the scores needed for good colleges in Pune and Mumbai, like Priyadarshini COE (closing at 96.06 percentile), Dr. D.Y. Patil COE (93–95 percentile), AISSMS COE (94–96 percentile), BVCOE (92–95 percentile), and Sinhgad COE Lonavala (90–94 percentile), all of which have accredited CSE departments, good labs, and placement rates of 75–85%.

recommendation Given its national recognition, superior infrastructure, higher placement consistency, and competitive peer cohort, the recommendation is to prioritize IIIT Dharwad CSE; if you prefer campus proximity and lower cutoffs, consider Priyadarshini College of Engineering Pune and Dr. D.Y. Patil COE as strong state-level alternatives. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: VIT Vellore's B.Tech CSE Category 4 programme operates under NAAC A++, AICTE, and UGC accreditation with an expected cutoff of 64-65 marks for Category 4 admissions. The institute secured 867 recruiters during 2024 placements, achieving 80-90% placement rates across three years with a median package of ?6 LPA for CSE and overall average of ?9.90 LPA. The four-year programme costs ?4.5 LPA annually for Category 4 students, featuring advanced AI/ML laboratories, dedicated Career Development Centre, and strong industry partnerships with Microsoft, Amazon, Cisco, and Bank of America.

RGIPT's B.Tech CSE programme benefits from its Institute of National Importance status under the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology Act 2007, co-promoted by six major PSUs (ONGC, IOCL, OIL, GAIL, BPCL, HPCL) alongside the Oil Industry Development Board. Ranked 80th in NIRF Engineering 2024, the institute achieved 70-90% placement rates with CSE-specific averages of ?8.15 LPA and highest packages reaching ?10 LPA in 2024. The programme costs ?10.77 LPA total for four years, featuring modern computing facilities, mandatory industrial internships, and strong government backing through energy sector collaborations.

Recommendation: Choose RGIPT CSE for its Institute of National Importance status, government backing, specialized energy sector exposure, and cost-effective education with strong PSU placement opportunities; select VIT Vellore CSE Category 4 for broader industry exposure, higher recruiter diversity, and comprehensive placement support across multiple technology domains. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Jaypee Institute of Information Technology Noida’s CSE programme is NBA-accredited until 2027 and holds NAAC ‘A’ grade, consistently ranking within NIRF’s 54–150 band. Its two campuses feature over 140 modern labs, a high-performance computing facility, and industry-integrated curricula. CSE placements yield a 97% branch-wise offer rate, averaging ?9.04 LPA with a median of ?7 LPA over 2020–2024. Manipal University Jaipur, NAAC A+ accredited and NIRF-ranked 84 for Engineering, spreads across a LEED Platinum, GRIHA-5 star 122-acre campus with advanced AI/ML and computing labs. Engineering placements sustained 98% consistency with an average package of ?9 LPA over 2022–2023, and 93% overall in 2024.

Recommendation: Considering higher CSE-specific placement consistency, stronger historical NIRF performance, and a longer track record, the recommendation favors JIIT Noida for CSE; Manipal Jaipur’s robust infrastructure and slightly broader accreditation profile make it a close alternative if NAAC A+ is prioritized. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: A Phase 3 rank of 1 797 comfortably falls within SRM KTR’s previous closing range for both core CSE (up to ~2 000) and CSE with AI/ML (up to ~6 000) at the main campus. SRM Kattankulathur has a special status as an Institute of Eminence, offers a recognized AI/ML program, has modern computing and AI labs, provides hands-on internships, and has a strong placement team with good industry connections, all of which create a great environment for learning and building a career.

Recommendation: Secure your CSE with AI/ML seat at SRM KTR by freezing your choice, as your rank aligns well with historical cutoffs. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Vinita, With an All-India JEE Main rank of 86 000 and JEE Advanced rank of 22 700 in the General category, securing an IIT is no longer possible (JoSAA’s Round 6 IIT cutoffs lie well under 10 000). Your realistic avenue is CSAB Special rounds for NITs, IIITs and GFTIs: NITs typically close CSE above 25 000, but branches like Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical at mid-tier NITs fill up to ranks 80 000–120 000, while select IIITs (e.g., IIIT Kottayam, IIIT Dharwad) and GFTIs (e.g., PEC Chandigarh) admit General candidates in the 80 000–150 000 bracket.

Recommendation: Focus on CSAB counselling to opt for core-engineering streams—such as Mechanical or Civil at NITs—and select IIIT/GFTI CSE openings where closing ranks extend beyond 80 000; prepare to accept a strong core branch rather than await higher CSAB CSE slots. (Or) go for any Private College. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Punjab’s MBBS programmes at accredited medical colleges (e.g., Government Medical College, Amritsar and Patiala) are regulated by the National Medical Commission, offering a 4.5-year curriculum with extensive clinical rotations in affiliated hospitals, state-of-the-art anatomy and simulation labs, experienced faculty, and a mandatory one-year paid internship; approximately 80–90% of graduates secure clinical roles or pursue NEET-PG specializations within three years. IIIT Allahabad’s B.Tech in Information Technology, an Institute of National Importance approved by AICTE and UGC, delivers a 164-credit NEP-aligned curriculum, cutting-edge computing and networking laboratories, interdisciplinary electives, and a 97.9% placement rate with an average package of ?33 LPA driven by 195 recruiters including Capgemini and Goldman Sachs.

Recommendation For a lifelong healthcare career with direct patient impact and postgraduate pathways, MBBS in Punjab is preferable; for rapid entry into high-growth tech roles with strong industry ties and lucrative placements, recommendations favor IIIT Allahabad IT for those targeting software and IT leadership. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Sree, Balancing an Integrated M.Sc. Physics from Amrita University with NEET partial drop preparation requires strategic planning, disciplined time management, and smart resource allocation. The five-year Integrated M.Sc. Physics programme at Amrita's School of Physical Sciences operates under semester-based curriculum with rigorous academic schedule including mid-term examinations, assignments, and regular assessments. Since NEET 2026 is expected to be conducted on May 3, 2026, partial droppers must dedicate 3-4 hours daily to NEET preparation while maintaining college attendance and academic performance. Essential strategies include early morning study sessions (6:00-8:00 AM) for Biology NCERT reading, utilizing college breaks for quick revision, attending evening online coaching sessions, and weekend intensive practice with mock tests. Priority should be given to Biology as it carries 50% weightage in NEET, followed by Chemistry and Physics, with NCERT books serving as the foundation supplemented by MTG Fingertips for Biology and reference books for conceptual clarity. Online coaching platforms like Physics Wallah, Unacademy, and Vedantu offer flexible timing suitable for partial droppers, providing live classes, recorded lectures, doubt-clearing sessions, and comprehensive test series. Time management becomes crucial—leveraging Amrita's academic calendar breaks, utilizing commute time for revision, maintaining separate study materials for college and NEET, and ensuring adequate sleep of 7-8 hours for optimal cognitive performance. Success depends on maintaining consistency, avoiding procrastination, seeking support from mentors, and balancing both academic commitments without compromising either, as many partial droppers have successfully cracked NEET while pursuing their undergraduate degrees.

Recommendation: Given the demanding nature of both programs, maintain a strict daily schedule with 4-5 hours dedicated to NEET preparation, prioritize biology and chemistry overlap with your Physics curriculum, utilize online coaching for flexibility, and ensure consistent practice through daily MCQs and weekly mock tests while actively participating in college academics to maintain good standing. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Prefer MUJ-CSE, followed by KIIT-AI&ML. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Prefer REVA over Presidency. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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