I am 33 year old & investing in MF from the last 5 years which have accumulated 20 lacs (market value) in my portfolio as on date. Currently I am investing 40000 PM through SIP route & my current portfolio is:

ELSS:

1. Axis Long Term Equity- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

2. DSP Tax Saver- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

Large Cap:

1. HDFC Index Fund Sensex Plan- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

2. Axis Bluechip- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

Mid Cap:

1. HDFC Mid-Cap Opportunities- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

2. Mirae Asset Emerging Bluechip- Direct growth- 2500 SIP Monthly

Small Cap:

1. SBI Small Cap- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

2. DSP Small Cap- Direct Growth - 5000 SIP Monthly

Thematic:

1. ABSL Banking & Financial Services- Direct Growth- 2500 SIP Monthly

Liquid:

1. ABSL Liquid Fund- 2 Lacs LumSum for emergency use

I want to accumulate 1.5 crore at the age of 40 & expecting 15-18% CAGR for next 7 years from my current investment. Please guide me whether I am on the right track or do I need to make any changes in my portfolio? 

I can increase my by 5% each year.

Ans: LTCG Capital Gain Exemption Options Amount of Investment Amount of Exemption

1 Buying New Flat 1 year before of within 2 years from the date of Sale Total Capital Gain Total Capital Gain

2 Construction of New Bunglow/House etc. Within 3 years Total Capital Gain Total Capital Gain

3 Bonds of NHAI, REC for 5 years within 6 months Total Capital Gain Total Capital Gain
Maximum amount Rs.50 Lakhs

Ans: Only amount of LTCG

Ans: Yes, no tax

Ans: Hello Payal.
The answer is NO.
Reasons: (1) You can attempt JEE Advanced only twice in two consecutive years, (2) You passed 12th in the year 2024, (3) You are eligible for JEE Advanced: 2024 and 2025 only, (4) Hence, not eligible in 2026
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Ans: No need to worry. Nothing will happen. The candidate exam is more important. If they want to verify identity, they will check the AADHAR card. So there will not be any issues.
Best wishes.
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Ans: Hi Prashant,
Why do you want to study HSC again in English and Physical Education after you have already passed? I need clarification from you before I comment.
with regards
POOCHO. LIFE CHANGE KARO.

Ans: Kumar, Here is, How to Predict Your Chances of Admission into NIT or IIIT or GFTI After JEE Main Results – A Step-by-Step Guide.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
Before starting, note down the following details:

Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
Click on the first search result (official JoSAA website).
You will land directly on JoSAA’s portal, where you can enter your details to check past-year cutoffs.
Step 3: Select the Round Number
JoSAA conducts five rounds of counseling.
For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
Select NIT, IIIT, or GFTI, depending on your preference.
If you are open to all types of institutes, check them one by one instead of selecting all at once.
Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories both Home State (HS) i.e. State you belong to & also Other State (OS).
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in, separately for HS & OS Categories for a quick reference.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.
Example Calculation:
If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.

Follow this approach for Other State candidates and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

Can This Method Be Used for JEE April & JEE Advanced?
Yes! You can repeat the same steps after your April JEE Main results to refine your admission possibilities.
You can also follow a similar process for JEE Advanced cutoffs when applying for IITs.

Want to Learn More About JoSAA Counseling?
If you want detailed insights on JoSAA counseling, engineering entrance exams, preparation strategies, and engineering career options, check out EduJob360’s 180+ YouTube videos on this topic!

Hope this guide helps! All the best for your admissions!

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Ans: Here is, How to Predict Your Chances of Admission into NIT or IIIT or GFTI After JEE Main Results – A Step-by-Step Guide.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
Before starting, note down the following details:

Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
Click on the first search result (official JoSAA website).
You will land directly on JoSAA’s portal, where you can enter your details to check past-year cutoffs.
Step 3: Select the Round Number
JoSAA conducts five rounds of counseling.
For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
Select NIT, IIIT, or GFTI, depending on your preference.
If you are open to all types of institutes, check them one by one instead of selecting all at once.
Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories both Home State (HS) i.e. State you belong to & also Other State (OS).
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in, separately for HS & OS Categories for a quick reference.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.
Example Calculation:
If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.

Follow this approach for Other State candidates and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

Can This Method Be Used for JEE April & JEE Advanced?
Yes! You can repeat the same steps after your April JEE Main results to refine your admission possibilities.
You can also follow a similar process for JEE Advanced cutoffs when applying for IITs.

Want to Learn More About JoSAA Counseling?
If you want detailed insights on JoSAA counseling, engineering entrance exams, preparation strategies, and engineering career options, check out EduJob360’s 180+ YouTube videos on this topic!

Hope this guide helps! All the best for your admissions!

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Ans: Not recommended as a first choice. Placement records for Mechanical Engineering at IIITDM have been below 50% in the most recent year. It’s advisable to explore other institutions with stronger placement performance first. Consider IIITDM as a backup option if alternatives are not available. All the best for your admissions!

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