Sirs, When is the Income Tax Portal likely to be ready for filing Income Tax returns for AY 2023-24? I remember reading somewhere that Mrs Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the portal will be ready for filing ITRs for AY 2023-24 by April 1, 2023.

Ans: It depends on your specific interests and priorities. IIT Madras (IITM) Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering (OENA) is strong in its focus on maritime and offshore engineering, while IIT Kharagpur (IIT KGP) Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (META) is known for its strength in materials science and engineering. IIT Hyderabad (IIT H) Biomedical Engineering (BIOMED) offers a specialized program combining engineering and medicine. For someone interested in maritime or offshore engineering, IITM OENA would be a good fit. If you are passionate about materials and their applications, IIT KGP META would be a better choice. For those interested in the intersection of engineering and healthcare, IIT H BIOMED would be the most suitable option.
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Ans: With 113 marks in the IAT 2025, you're likely to be considered for IISER Pune, IISER Kolkata, and potentially other IISERs like IISER Mohali and IISER Bhopal, particularly if you're in the general category. IISER Tirupati and IISER Berhampur are also possibilities, depending on your rank and preferences.Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: With a COMEDK rank of 10,000, you can aim for good CSE programs with decent Return on Investment (ROI) in colleges like BMS Institute of Technology and Management, RNS Institute of Technology, and Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering. Consider exploring options like CMR Institute of Technology and Acharya Institute of Technology as well. While getting into the top-tier colleges like RVCE or BMSCE with CSE might be challenging, these options offer strong CSE programs with good placement records.Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: For an undergraduate bioinformatics degree, Reva University and Amity University Noida are generally considered strong contenders, with Reva University having a program specifically focused on the practical application of bioinformatics and industry needs. SRM University also offers a B.Tech in Bioinformatics, and IILM University is another option with a focus on biotechnology. Ultimately, the "best" university depends on individual priorities like curriculum, location, cost, and specific research interests. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: With a score of 98 in the IAT exam under the General EWS category, admission to IISERs is unlikely. While some newer campuses might have slightly lower cutoffs, a score of 98 is generally below the required range for most IISERs. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: With 86 percentile in JEE Mains under the OBC category, you have a fair chance of getting into some NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, especially for less competitive branches or in the later rounds of counseling. While it may be challenging to get into top NITs or IIITs for popular courses like Computer Science, you can explore options in newer NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs, or consider state-level engineering colleges. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: Your son's JEE Main rank 1449 guarantees CSE admission at NITK Surathkal with superior 83.59% placement rates, Rs 23.24 LPA average packages, and access to leading technology companies, while his JEE Advanced rank 5430 provides core engineering opportunities at newer IITs facing 40-80% placement challenges and declining industry demand. NITK CSE demonstrates consistent placement excellence with top recruiters including Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, offering career flexibility across expanding technology sectors, whereas core engineering branches at tier 2 IITs struggle with reduced hiring from traditional industries and limited growth prospects. The technology sector's continued expansion creates sustained demand for CSE graduates with 15-20% average annual progression, while core engineering careers require additional specialization for optimal advancement. Given current market dynamics favoring computer science specialization, NITK's established industry connections, and superior placement consistency, choose NITK Surathkal CSE for optimal career prospects, superior placement security, and maximum future flexibility compared to lower branches at tier 2 IITs facing uncertain placement outcomes and declining industry demand. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Ans: Yes, it is very valuable provided you are having interest and a creative mind. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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Ans: With a COMEDK rank of 45915, you can likely secure a seat in various engineering branches in colleges affiliated with COMEDK, but it might be challenging to get into the most sought-after branches (like CSE or ECE) in the top-tier colleges. Focus on colleges that are known for good placements in your preferred branch. Best of luck. I am always there by the side of the children who need counselling. May GOD bless always. Prof. Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.
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