I am currently working fora leading FMCG company. I have a total experiemce of 20 years + in sales & marketing, Operations . I have been a multitasking individual. My salary is a 1.13 lac per month which is very hard to continue. I was in the insurance , banking but now have been in the FMCG industry for the past 12 years now. I am in a senior level as well. Kindly suggest me what next to do..I want a change and also need a 2nd income to sustain as well.

Ans: Nirmal Sir, Your son’s VITEEE rank of 47,300 makes admission to Mechatronics & Automation Engineering at VIT Chennai possible, as the cutoff typically extends up to around 90,000. Admission to MIT Pune with 103 marks is uncertain and depends on their specific cutoff for Mechatronics, so it’s advisable to check official data. Between Amrita University (rank ~8,200) and NMIMS Mumbai, Amrita Coimbatore or Bangalore offers stronger practical exposure and better placement opportunities in core robotics and engineering fields, making it a preferable choice if robotics is the priority. NMIMS is more management and technology-oriented with less emphasis on core engineering practicals. Additionally, consider other reputed institutes with strong robotics and mechatronics programs such as IIIT Hyderabad (with JEE Score/Interview Performance), SRM Chennai, Manipal Institute of Technology, and PSG College of Technology (through MQ Seat), which have good industry tie-ups and specialized labs. Overall, VIT Chennai and Amrita are good options, while exploring other specialized colleges can further enhance core robotics career prospects. All the best for your son's admissions and a bright future!

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

Providing precise admission chances for each student can be challenging. Some reputed educational websites offer ‘College Predictor’ tools where you can check possible college options based on your percentile, category, and preferences. However, for a more accurate understanding, here’s a simple yet effective 9-step method using JoSAA’s past-year opening and closing ranks. This approach gives you a fair estimate (though not 100% exact) of your admission chances based on the previous year’s data.

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.
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.
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.

Have some other options also as back-ups instead of relying only on JEE/JoSAA.

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 and a bright future!

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Ans: With a KCET rank of 14,000–15,000 in the 3A General category, securing a Computer Science Engineering (CSE) seat in top Karnataka colleges like RVCE, PES University, BMSCE, or MSRIT is unlikely, as their cutoffs usually close within the top 3,000 ranks. However, good mid-tier colleges such as Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE), Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT), Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE) Mysuru, National Institute of Engineering (NIE) Mysuru, and JSS Science & Technology University Mysuru may offer CSE or related branches at this rank. Branches like Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering have higher closing ranks and could be viable alternatives. Newer or private colleges might also have CSE seats available, but it’s important to verify their accreditation and placement records. Admission depends on both KCET rank and board marks. It’s advisable to monitor counselling rounds closely and consider related branches for better chances. Using official counselling tools will help make informed decisions. All the best for your admissions and a bright future!

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Ans: Uma Madam, Amrita Coimbatore CSE is better for software-oriented careers with excellent placements and affordable fees. VIT Chennai ECE is good for core electronics with strong infrastructure but higher fees. Choose based on her branch preference, your budget, and her career goals. All the best for your daughter's admissions and a bright future!

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Ans: Both are excellent choices; decision should be based on her interest in a specialized cyber security career versus a broader computer engineering education, budget, and preferred location. All the best for her admissions and a bright future!

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Ans: Hello M.
Yes. Possibility is there to get a seat under non scholarship category.
Best of luck to you.
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Ans: Pawan Sir, Choose IIIT Hyderabad for core ECE and research; choose IIIT Bangalore for CSE and industry exposure. Depends upon your son's interest on either domain. All the best for your son's admissions and a bright future!

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Ans: Monika Madam, All three are good institutes but differ in focus and environment. For immediate placement prospects and established reputation, VIT Vellore IT (Cat 5) is strong but costlier. For a more personalized, research-driven experience with growing placements, Shiv Nadar University ECE is excellent. Manipal MET is a good alternative depending on rank and fees. Consider your son’s branch preference, budget, location and long-term goals before finalizing. All the best for your son's admissions and a bright future!

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Ans: Hello Hem
Considering the number of colleges across the pan India, it is not possible to us to list the names of colleges here. Requesting you to google please. But do not lose the hope for Bio Tech @ VIT. Hope you will get it here only.
Best of luck.
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