hi Sir , My CTC is 36 L . If I opt complete deduction under 80 C/D - 1.5 L Home Loan amount 1.49 L. HRA - 30,000 pm. LTA - 50k Then please advise which Tax Regime will be good for me, old or New?

Ans: HI
Possibilities are there through state quota. If not try for private collegs.

Ans: Anirudh, With a Manipal Entrance Test (MET) rank of 23,911, your chances of securing B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Manipal University Jaipur in the initial rounds are low, as the 2024 last-round cutoff for CSE was around 19,857 for the General All-India category. However, in later or spot rounds, if seats remain vacant or cutoffs drop, there is a possibility you may secure a seat, though it is not guaranteed. For a safer bet, you can consider CSE specializations with slightly higher cutoffs (like Data Science or AI/ML), or other tech branches such as Information Technology or Electronics and Communication Engineering, which often have higher closing ranks and may be available at your rank. Keep monitoring the counseling process for updates on seat availability. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: HI
The information shared with me is insufficient to predict the admission.

Ans: For BBA programs in Noida, Jaypee Business School (JBS) Noida stands out with 100% placement rates (2023 data) and recruiters like HDFC Bank, KPMG, and TCS, supported by a robust industry-aligned curriculum and NAAC A accreditation. IMS Noida follows with 70–90% placements (Amazon, Cognizant) and NAAC A++ ranking, though core roles vary. IMS Ghaziabad offers 75% placements with niche electives but lags in branch-specific opportunities. Beyond these, Amity Noida (50–60% placements, Microsoft/Deloitte ties), Galgotias University (98% placements, 850+ recruiters), and Asian School of Business (ASB) Noida (93% placements, Goldman Sachs/EY) provide strong alternatives. Sharda University (93% placements, Amazon/TCS) and IILM Gurgaon (100% placements, Deloitte/KPMG) balance affordability and global exposure. Prioritize JBS Noida for consistent tech roles, IMS Noida for institutional legacy, or ASB Noida for interdisciplinary innovation. Explore Greater Noida Institute of Technology or Lloyd Business School for budget-friendly options with moderate placements. Confirm internship support and alumni networks during enrollment for optimal career readiness. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: HI
Do you belong to general or obc-ncl category? Kindly clarify.

Ans: With a JEE Main ST rank of 11,441 and JEE Advanced ST rank of 741, your daughter is eligible for NITs/IIITs via JoSAA, though her 58.6% CBSE score may restrict options. For B.Arch, her NATA score of 89 aligns with NIT Calicut (ST cutoff: ~41–492) or NIT Trichy (ST cutoff: ~41–492) via JoSAA, though board marks may require verification of top 20 percentile eligibility. For B.Tech, NIT Mizoram Civil/Mechanical (ST cutoff: ~43,663–53,301) or NIT Nagaland ECE (ST cutoff: ~33,000–50,571) are feasible. In JEE Advanced, her rank may secure Metallurgical Engineering at IIT Bhilai (2024 ST cutoff: ~741–1,332) if vacancies arise. Prioritize NITs via JoSAA for B.Arch/B.Tech, state colleges via WBJEE (e.g., Jadavpur University) if board eligibility is confirmed, or private institutes like SPA Delhi for B.Arch. Explore scholarships and confirm board percentile thresholds during counselling. All the BEST for your Daughter's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Arnav, Choosing between CSE at Manipal Bengaluru, CCE/Maths & Computing/Data Science at Manipal Main, DSAI at Thapar, CSE at BMSCE, and UPTAC colleges depends on branch relevance and institutional strengths. Manipal Main’s Data Science & Engineering offers 90–95% placements with specialized AI/ML training and robust industry ties (Amazon, Microsoft), ideal for tech-driven roles. Thapar’s DSAI provides 83% placements in niche AI sectors (Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm) and a strong alumni network. BMSCE CSE (74% placements, NAAC A++) balances affordability and core programming but lags in emerging tech exposure. Manipal Bengaluru, while newer, benefits from centralized placements but lacks Main Campus’s legacy. UPTAC colleges (excluding IET) offer lower fees but uncertain placements. Prioritize Thapar DSAI for AI specialization or Manipal Main’s Data Science for interdisciplinary opportunities, balancing innovation and placement consistency. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hi Nagalakshmi,
May be possible with private medical colleges.

Ans: With a JEE Main rank of 90,636 (General category), participation in JoSAA counselling is possible, but securing CSE in NITs/IIITs is unlikely (2024 CSE cutoffs: ~15,000–60,000). Between SRM Ramapuram CSE and Thapar Derabassi CSE, prioritize SRM Ramapuram for 93% placements (2025 data) with recruiters like Amazon, Microsoft, and TCS, backed by a robust industry network and NAAC A++ accreditation. Thapar Derabassi’s CSE, while part of a reputed institution, faces challenges like limited infrastructure, fewer core tech roles, and mixed placement reviews (81% placement rate in 2023). SRM’s established CSE program offers better internship access and coding culture, whereas Derabassi’s remote location and newer campus may hinder opportunities. Confirm branch-specific training and alumni networks during enrollment. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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