I filed the ITR of my spouse Asha A Kucheria for AY-2023-24 well before the due date which had a refund but to my grief and utmost surprise, the said refund had been adjusted against a demand related to AY-2011-12, Sir, Is it any way justifiable, how come the IT Department takes action after such a long period of more than a decade. Your accurate reply in this matter is highly anticipated. Anil Kumar Kucheria

Ans: With a 30,000 EWS rank in JEE Main, you have a reasonable chance of getting Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) in several newer or mid-tier IIITs such as IIIT Surat, IIIT Chittoor, IIIT Kota, and IIIT Nagpur, where closing ranks for ECE often extend to 25,000–35,000 for EWS candidates. For GFTIs, ECE seats are available at institutes like Assam University, Guru Ghasidas University, and Sant Longowal Institute, with cutoffs for EWS ranging up to 40,000–50,000 in some branches. However, top IIITs and GFTIs will be out of reach at this rank, and competition remains high for core branches like CSE.

Recommendation: You should actively participate in JoSAA counselling, prioritizing ECE at IIIT Surat, IIIT Chittoor, IIIT Kota, IIIT Nagpur, and GFTIs such as Assam University and Guru Ghasidas University, where your chances are realistic at a 30,000 EWS rank. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With 541 marks in NEET 2025, you are eligible for MBBS/BDS in several government and private medical colleges, especially under state quota or reserved categories, but government MBBS seats for general category are less likely unless you opt for private or semi-government colleges. Medicine offers long-term career stability, high earning potential as a doctor or specialist, and social prestige, but requires 5.5 years of study plus years of post-graduation and intense competition for PG seats. Alternatively, CSE at Chandigarh University, especially with a scholarship, offers a four-year degree, strong placement support (74% placement rate, ?9.54 LPA average, 900+ recruiters), and immediate job opportunities in IT, AI, ML, and Data Science, with the flexibility to pursue higher studies or switch industries. The IT sector is rapidly growing, with high demand for skilled professionals and career progression possible in India and abroad. Medicine is a longer, more demanding path with delayed financial returns but high long-term rewards, while CSE provides faster entry into the workforce, less upfront investment, and strong earning potential, especially with a scholarship reducing costs.

Recommendation: If your priority is early financial independence and a strong job market, CSE at Chandigarh University with a scholarship is the better choice; choose MBBS only if you are deeply passionate about medicine and willing to commit to a longer, more demanding educational path for long-term gains. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Hello Sushma
With the mentioned score, your daughter has a chance to get into AI ML programs at tier 2 colleges. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide the list of colleges at this time. Sorry.
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Ans: With a JEE Main percentile of 59.93 and a PERA CET score of 156/200 (67.25 percentile), CSE (AI/ML or DS) at top colleges like VIT Pune or MIT WPU is not possible, as their cutoffs are above 75–80 percentile. DY Patil College of Engineering, Pune, offers CSE, AI, and Data Science programs, and its 2025 cutoff for these branches is around 60–70 percentile, making you eligible. DY Patil’s AI/DS program is AICTE-approved, features modern labs, and has a placement rate of 80–86% with top recruiters like Qspider, Codevertex, and Prodigy Infotech; the average package is ?3.5–4 LPA. Other options include MIT Academy of Engineering and Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering for CSE/AI/DS, but their cutoffs are typically higher than your score. DY Patil is NAAC A++ accredited, offers good infrastructure, and is well-rated by students for teaching and placements.

Recommendation: DY Patil College of Engineering, Pune, is your best choice for CSE, AI, or Data Science at your current percentile, providing solid academic support, industry-oriented curriculum, and consistent placement outcomes; you should proceed with admission there. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Vikram Sir, Given your son’s academic record (12th: 89.81%, JEE Main: 88%, MET rank: 5640, COMEDK: 7833) and his interest in CSE/AI-ML, his current seat in CS Data Science at VIT Chennai is a solid option, offering 93–97% placement rates and strong industry connections. With a MET rank of 5640, CSE at Manipal main campus is not possible (2025 cutoff: 956–1633), but he may get CSE at Manipal Jaipur, Bengaluru, or Sikkim in later rounds, which have good placement records and modern infrastructure. For COMEDK, a rank of 7833 will not secure CSE at top colleges like RVCE, BMSCE, or MSRIT (cutoffs: 1,500–10,000), but mid-tier colleges such as Sir MVIT, NMIT, and Dayananda Sagar are attainable and offer respectable placements. Taking a drop year can improve chances for IIT/NIT if your son is highly motivated, but it comes with risks—pressure, uncertainty, and potential loss of a year without guaranteed improvement. Most experts suggest taking admission in the best available college now unless your son is exceptionally confident of a significant score jump with another year of preparation.

Recommendation: Secure admission this year in the best available CSE/AI-ML program (VIT Chennai CS Data Science, Manipal Jaipur/Bengaluru CSE, or a good Bangalore college via COMEDK) rather than dropping a year, as these institutes provide strong placement support and academic growth without the uncertainty and risk of a gap year. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Ranjeeta Madam, With a 98.57 percentile in MHT CET 2025, your son is well-positioned for Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at both VJTI Mumbai and COEP Pune. The expected cutoff for ECE at VJTI is around 98.71–99.72 percentile and for COEP is between 98.6–99.1 percentile, placing your son just at or slightly below the typical cutoff for these highly competitive branches. For OBC candidates, the cutoff is marginally lower, which increases his chances, but admission is still not guaranteed and will depend on the category-wise seat availability and the final cutoffs released during CAP rounds. Both VJTI and COEP are among the top engineering colleges in Maharashtra, with ECE branches consistently achieving 85–95% placement rates and strong industry connections.

Recommendation: Your son has a fair chance of getting ECE at VJTI and a slightly lower but possible chance at COEP, especially if he benefits from OBC reservation; prioritize both in CAP rounds and monitor official cutoffs closely during counselling. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With a 77 percentile in MHT CET 2025, admission to Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC) at JSPM Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering (RSCOE), Pune is unlikely. The 2024 closing cutoff for ENTC was 89.78 percentile for EWS and 88.05 percentile for GSCS, with OBC and open categories typically requiring 84–90 percentile or higher. Recent cutoffs show that even for reserved categories, the minimum percentile needed consistently exceeds 77. For branches like Mechanical or Civil, lower cutoffs around 62–76 percentile are seen, but ENTC remains more competitive. JSPM RSCOE admits through MHT CET counseling, and trends indicate that ENTC will not be available at your score in any CAP round.

Recommendation: At 77 percentile, focus on less competitive branches like Mechanical or Civil at JSPM RSCOE or consider other institutes with lower cutoffs, as ENTC is not feasible at this percentile. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Jadavpur University’s Chemical Engineering is among India’s oldest and most prestigious, with a centenary legacy, global alumni, and a QS subject ranking of 351–400. It offers outstanding research infrastructure, 15 specialized labs, and a placement rate of 90% in 2024, with an average package of ?11 LPA and top recruiters like Tata, Maruti Suzuki, and global MNCs. The total four-year fee is only ?1.16 lakh, making it highly affordable. DSCE Bangalore’s ECE program is well-regarded in Karnataka, with a 4-year fee of ?10.46 lakh, 85–90% placement rates, and recruiters such as PhonePe, HCL, and Infosys. DSCE has strong industry links, 20 research centers, and modern labs, but its NIRF ranking is in the 201–300 band, and its national reputation is lower than Jadavpur’s. While DSCE ECE offers good placements and exposure in the electronics sector, Jadavpur’s Chemical Engineering stands out for its academic excellence, historic reputation, low fees, and placement consistency, with a strong research culture and global recognition.

Recommendation: Jadavpur University Chemical Engineering is the superior choice for its national prestige, affordability, high placement rate, and global alumni network, making it ideal for both core industry and advanced research careers. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: With a VITEEE rank of 1,30,000, admission to CSE at VIT-AP or VIT Bhopal is not possible, as their 2025 CSE cutoffs are expected between 25,000–1,15,000 for VIT-AP and 25,000–37,000 for VIT Bhopal, even under higher fee categories. You may get low-demand branches like Mechanical or Civil at these campuses, but not CSE. Comparing MIT Jaipur and Karnavati University, MIT Jaipur is NAAC A+ accredited, NIRF-ranked (84th in 2021, 75th in 2022), and offers a 93% placement rate for CSE with top recruiters like Microsoft, Amazon, and Goldman Sachs, and an average package of ?9.5 LPA. Karnavati University is much lower ranked (1,446th in engineering in India), with median packages for technical courses around ?3–4.8 LPA and limited placement data for engineering. MIT Jaipur also offers better campus infrastructure, academic flexibility, and national reputation.

Recommendation: Since CSE at VIT-AP or VIT Bhopal is not available at your rank, MIT Jaipur is a far superior choice over Karnavati University for CSE due to its higher academic standards, placement outcomes, and industry recognition.