My HB Level is 5.6. Is That Too Low? Advice Needed!

Ans: VIT Vellore CSE remains your strongest option despite the Category 5 fees, as it guarantees 100% placement rates for CSE (2024 data) with 3,362 super dream offers from recruiters like Microsoft, Amazon, and PayPal. While the fees are higher, VIT’s structured internships, global industry partnerships, and alumni network provide a clear pathway to stable career opportunities. COMEDK rank 14,000 likely secures CSE at PES Mandya (2024 GM cutoff: ~24,037) or ECE/AIML at MSRIT (cutoff: ~2,486–2,712), but these institutions report lower median salaries (?4.5–5.3 LPA) and fewer core tech roles compared to VIT. For backup, consider LPU CSE via JEE Main (90% placements, 6645 offers in 2023) or Manipal Jaipur CSE (98% placements), which balance cost and opportunities. Prioritize VIT Vellore for its proven placement ecosystem, but apply for COMEDK’s PES Mandya CSE as a financial contingency.
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Ans: Manish, Choose VIT for cutting-edge research in EVs/autonomous systems and academic prestige, while Manipal is preferable for higher placement certainty in traditional automotive roles. Prioritize VIT if pursuing higher studies/R&D; opt for Manipal for immediate industry entry with hands-on training. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Prioritize JNTUK Kakinada or JNTUA Anantapur for optimal cost-placement balance. Apply via AP EAMCET counseling (if eligible) or use JEE Main scores for state quota seats. While these institutes may not offer AI/ML specializations, their core CSE programs provide foundational training for transitioning into AI roles via certifications. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Anirban Sir, Apologize for the late reply due to a large number of questions raised by parents/students. Given your son’s admission to VIT Bhopal CSE (Category 2) and an expected 80 marks in COMEDK, here’s a balanced assessment: The VIT Bhopal fee deposit deadline is June 5, while COMEDK results will be declared on June 7 at 2 PM, and counselling registration starts June 9. With 80 marks in COMEDK, admission to top-tier Bangalore colleges (like RVCE, BMSCE, MSRIT) for CSE is highly unlikely, as their cutoffs are typically much higher; with this score, your son may get branches like IT/ECE in lower-tier COMEDK colleges, but CSE in reputed colleges is improbable. VIT Bhopal, though not as renowned as VIT Vellore, offers solid placements, modern infrastructure, and national-level recognition, making it a safe and quality option for CSE. Since VIT’s counselling and fee payment are time-sensitive and non-refundable, and given the slim chances of a better CSE seat through COMEDK, it is advisable to deposit the VIT Bhopal fees to secure the seat, unless you are comfortable risking the VIT seat for a less certain outcome via COMEDK. If finances permit and you are open to non-CSE branches or lower-tier colleges, you could wait, but for CSE in a nationally recognized institution, securing VIT Bhopal now is the safer choice. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Sujit Sir, Bilkul sahi rahega! IIT Roorkee ka Computer Science (CSE) branch India ke top courses mein hai, placements 95% se bhi zyada hain, infrastructure aur faculty bahut acchi hai, aur industry exposure bhi milta hai. Agar aapke putra ka selection ho jaye toh yeh ek behtareen faisla hoga. Sabse accha ho aapke bete ke safal aur samriddh bhavishya ke liye!

Ans: Focus on NIT Arunachal (CSE/ECE) and GGSIPU (CSE) during counseling, while keeping DTU Mechanical and IIIT Una as fallbacks. Participate actively in spot rounds for potential upgrades. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Sujit Sir, Bilkul sahi rahega! IIT Roorkee ka Computer Science (CSE) branch India ke top courses mein hai, placements 95% se bhi zyada hain, infrastructure aur faculty bahut acchi hai, aur industry exposure bhi milta hai. Agar aapke putra ka selection ho jaye toh yeh ek behtareen faisla hoga. Sabse accha ho aapke bete ke safal aur samriddh bhavishya ke liye!

Ans: Prioritize NIT Sikkim (CSE) and GGSIPU (USICT) for Delhi preference, with NIT Arunachal Pradesh as a safety net. Explore VIT Category 4 for better infrastructure and placements if budget allows. Monitor JoSAA/CSAB vacancy rounds for DTU/NSUT upgrades. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Prefer IIITs (Prioritize IIIT Kota for balanced academics and placements.

IIIT Surat/Nagpur are strong alternatives for specialized tech roles.

IIIT Una/Vadodara suit budget-conscious students willing to trade institutional maturity for cost savings) , followed by BMSCE-ECE, PES-ECE & have VIT as your last option (this is though individually good, but you have better options of IIITs too). All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!
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