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Question by Priya - Jun 19, 2026

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Choosing Electronics and Computer Engineering in VIT Chennai vs CSE in AI and ML from Chitkara University. Please suggest

Ans: Priya, Choose VIT Chennai Electronics & Computer Engineering (ECM). It has a stronger brand, better peer group, wider placement ecosystem, and ECM students get exposure to both CS and electronics domains. Chitkara CSE AI/ML is good, but VIT offers better long-term flexibility. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Hello Sir, My cousin is in Bangalore and he scored, 93.3% in JEE mains, 80% in CBSC, his CET and comedk scores are not that great- over1 lack and 80k. We have secured CSE and related seats in VIT-AP cat-3 and cat-4 and in VIP Bhopal -cat 2. What do you suggest, shall we look for comedk collages outside Bangalore or go for VIT.. What should be the priority.. thanks

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Question by Nitya - Jun 19, 2026Hindi

Ans: Hello Madam,

My suggestion would be to prioritize VIT over lower-tier COMEDK colleges.

Since the JEE Main percentile is 93.3%, but the KCET rank (1 lakh+) and COMEDK rank (80k) are not competitive enough, it is difficult to get top Bengaluru colleges, like Ramaiah Institute of Technology, BMS College of Engineering, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, or Bangalore Institute of Technology.

Between the available options:

VIT Bhopal (Category 2) is a better choice than VIT-AP Category 3/4, especially if the branch is CSE or a CSE specialization.
It is still worth participating in COMEDK counselling, but only if there is a realistic chance of getting a decent college such as Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, CMR Institute of Technology, or similar. I would not recommend choosing a lower-tier COMEDK college over VIT just because it is in Bengaluru.

So the priority would be:

Good COMEDK college (if one becomes available in later rounds)
VIT Bhopal Category 2 (CSE/CSE specialization)
VIT-AP Category 3/4

The final decision should depend on the exact branch offered and the total four-year cost, but based on the current options, VIT seems to be the safer and stronger choice.

Wishing you very best.

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My daughter got 240 in BITS and 99.87 percentile in MHCET, Pls advice which is better option CS from VJTI, COEP, SPIT or Electrical and Instrumentation from BITS.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 19, 2026Hindi

Ans: Choose CS at VJTI/COEP/PICT/SPIT, etc., top colleges for M.S., rather than Electronics & Instrumentation at BITS Pilani, since a 240 in BITSAT is unlikely to fetch top electronics branches at Pilani/Goa.

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Question by Dhanashree - Jun 19, 2026

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Sir I got 85 percentile in mht CET SC category wanted cse branch which colleges can I get ?

Ans: Dhanashree, With 85 percentile MHT-CET + SC category, you have good chances for CSE/AI/IT in several Maharashtra colleges. Possible options include PCCOE (lower rounds), VIIT Pune, AISSMS IOIT, JSPM colleges, DY Patil Akurdi, MMCOE, GCOE Aurangabad/Nagpur, MIT-Pune, JSPM Rajarshi Shahu, G.H. Raisoni, Pillai College, and other CAP colleges. Cutoffs vary yearly. Keep CSE-related branches in preference. Fill in the maximum number of choices beginning with your preferred colleges/branches/locations. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Iiit raipur vs cummins pune ...wet placements

Ans: Sujata, both are good choices. However, prefer IIIT Raipur over Cummins Pune. IIIT Raipur has stronger CS/IT ecosystem, better coding culture, and higher tech placement opportunities. Cummins is excellent for girls, especially CSE/E&TC, but IIIT has an edge for software careers. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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CBSE 81% JEE arch rank 1137, NATA 121, Maharashtra general category female candidate, can she get admission in JJ college Mumbai

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Question by rajalakshmi - Jun 19, 2026Hindi

Ans: Rajalakshmi Madam, yes, she has a very strong chance of admission. Maharashtra DTE CAP counselling uses a 50:50 weightage combining her 81% boards and NATA score. Her exceptional JEE Arch Rank of 1137 and NATA 121 significantly outperform the competitive cutoffs for Sir J.J. College of Architecture. She must fill in the maximum number of choices beginning with her preferred colleges/branches. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Helo sir.. I'm taking 2nd drop in 2027 for jee but I don't have 63 percent in class 12th. Can I give nios in 2027 and use the nios marksheet for josa counsiling in for getting into an iiit/nit. Your reply would help me alot, thankyou.

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Question by Sara - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Yes, a full NIOS Class 12 qualification with 75%+ can be used for JoSAA NIT/IIIT admission, subject to the 2027 eligibility rules. However, if you scored very low in JEE 2026, reconsider the decision to take a drop. Instead, consider choosing the preferred branch in a decent private college via the state engineering test to save a year, money, mental health, and much more. The final decision will be yours. (Taking a drop does not guarantee success. Almost 99% of droppers fail to score the required marks)

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Asked on - Jun 19, 2026 | Answered on Jun 19, 2026

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My son has secured a seat at VIT chennai computers with cybersecurity in category 2. He is alloted GFTI haridwar in Joosa round one based on JEE 96.33 percentile crl 57794. He got 213 in bits , 99.567 percentile in mhtcet and nmims rank of 6650. He is interested in CS or AIML. Pls confirm what colleges he can get based on CET score preferably in MUM or PUN? Should we release VIT or hold on? Any suggestion to pursue JoSSA? We are open for dual degree or 2+2 at BITs CSP. Pls suggest the best options in order of preference

MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert - Answered on Jun 19, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Your son is in a strong position for CS-related branches in Maharashtra and should not accept VIT Chennai CSE (Cybersecurity) yet. Keep it as a backup until CAP and JoSAA outcomes are clearer. A BITSAT score of 213 is generally insufficient for BITS Pilani/Goa/Hyderabad CSE, though some dual-degree options may be possible. Finally, hold VIT Chennai, continue with JoSAA, and prioritize COEP/VJTI/SPIT/PICT through MHT-CET before making a final decision.

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My Son has secured 9071 rank in kcet , general category, mechanical engineering, as a back up got admission in vit vellore , his interest was NIT , jee mains 96.4 percentile , any chance to secure , home state karnataka, option For metallurgy and metal science from nit surthkal , nit Durgapur, nit jamshedpur, nit Rourkela, nit Raipur does he have chance

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026

Ans: He has a good chance of admission to the Metallurgy/Materials branches at several NITs, given Karnataka as his H.S. Prefer NIT Surathkal Metallurgy over VIT Vellore if he values the NIT brand, lower fees, and future opportunities (higher studies, PSU, branch change chances).

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Question by Jiya - Jun 18, 2026

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Hello sir I got comedk rank 4508. I am interested in cse.with this rank which banglore college may i get. I also get admission at vit chennai cat2 in cse. Is there any beyter option thsn vit with this rank

Ans: Keep CSE @ VIT Chennai as the safer choice; switch only if you get DSCE/BIT/BMSIT CSE through COMEDK.

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I want to become a pilot and i just completed my intermediate should i directly go to pilot coaching or should i get an engineering degree

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 19, 2026

Ans: If your goal is to be a pilot, start pilot training directly; an engineering degree is optional and mainly serves as a backup career.

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My daughter get Cse in vit vellore in cat 5 and electronics in Manipal . What we should fo

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Question by Sandeep - Jun 19, 2026Hindi

Ans: If fees are affordable, choose VIT Vellore CSE; otherwise, go with Manipal.

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SIR I GOT 96.1 percentile in jee main and 98.2 percentile in mh cet sir for Coep metallurgy (low branch) which quata will be suitable state quota or all India quota general category

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Question by swarali - Jun 19, 2026Hindi

Ans: For COEP Metallurgy, with 98.2 MHT-CET vs 96.1 JEE Main, State Quota (MHT-CET) is the better option and gives you a stronger chance than All India Quota.

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Dear Sir, I am from Kolkata. My daughter has WBJEE rank 19200. Please suggest which one is better IEM Newtown or Heritage for CSE?

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 19, 2026Hindi

Ans: Both are good choices. Yet your daughter can prefer IEM New Town CSE over Heritage Institute of Technology CSE. IEM generally has stronger placement focus, coding culture, industry discipline, and CSE reputation. Heritage has a better campus environment and academic balance. For software careers, choose IEM CSE. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Sir, I got 94.5 %ile in MH CET, can u please tell which good colleges can i get for cse and other good branches ?

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 19, 2026

Ans: With a 94.5 percentile in MHT-CET (assuming OPEN category), securing CSE in top colleges is challenging, but you can aim for good branches in reputable institutes. Likely options include PCCOE Pune (CSE/AI possible), DJ Sanghvi (CS-related chances depend on the admission round), VIT Pune (IT/AI/E&TC may be possible), VIIT, PICT (lower branches), Cummins (for girls), DY Patil, Thakur MGM, Walchand, Shah & Anchor Kutchhi, SIES GST, Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues, MIT-WPU, Bharati Vidyapeeth Navi Mumbai, Don Bosco IT, and Atharva College. It is advisable to fill in the maximum number of choices, starting with your preferred colleges and branches, to improve your chances. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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With JEE 80 percentile,can I get seats inwhich branch in Tezpur University...Assam Quota North East Quota Girls

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: With an 80 percentile in JEE Main, under the North-East quota with Assam domicile and female advantage, the chances of admission at Tezpur University are reasonable. While Computer Science Engineering (CSE) may be difficult to secure, other likely branches include Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Food Engineering, and possibly Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), depending on how the cutoff moves. It is advisable to have 1-2 backup options if you have specific preferences for location or branch. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Can I get ISSER with 84 Marks...

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Very little or no chance, though you can participate in the counselling process. Have backups instead of relying only on IAT/IISER with 84 marks. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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My daughter got B.Tech CSE at VIT Chennai and also Intregated M Tech at VIT Vellore.....Where I should take admission...Is intregated M.Tech at VIT Vellore provide 2 no certificate--1. B.Tech (CSE) and 2.M Tech.(CSE)....can I apply for govt college jobs with Intregated M Tech...Which one has scope to apply for semiconductor industry also.... Please suggest what should I prefer...In 12th her combination was PCMB...

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026

Ans: The Integrated M.Tech program issues only one single consolidated certificate (stating "Integrated M.Tech") upon completion, not two separate certificates. For your daughter’s goal of government college faculty + research, prefer VIT Vellore Integrated M.Tech CSE over only B.Tech CSE. Integrated M.Tech is generally acceptable for many government/PSU/academic eligibility purposes because it includes an engineering bachelor’s qualification plus M.Tech. However, this is subject to verification of specific recruitment rules. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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My daughter completed her 12th board exam in 2026. We are looking for b.tech admission but sadly she didnt appear any JEE or Comedk or any state level entrance test. How to get seat in management quota. Everywhere they are asking to submit JEE or any test score whole appling form. Please guide

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Your daughter can still secure B.Tech admission in Karnataka through the Management/Institutional quota in many private colleges without needing JEE, COMEDK, or KCET scores. These seats are typically filled directly by the colleges based on 12th PCM marks, eligibility, and seat availability, though top colleges may prefer candidates with JEE or COMEDK scores. It is important to approach the colleges directly rather than relying solely on online forms. Some options to consider are BMS College of Engineering, Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore Institute of Technology, RNS Institute of Technology, New Horizon College of Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, REVA University, CMRIT, Alliance, Jain University, and Siddaganga Institute of Technology. Ensure your daughter has studied Physics and Mathematics in 12th grade and meets the minimum eligibility criteria, which is generally around 45% in PCM for the general category. Be cautious of unofficial agents or middlemen demanding illegal capitation fees, and always verify admission procedures and fees directly with the college admission office. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Dear sir, my son scored 98.58 percentile in MHTCET first attempt. Our Electronics and Communication engineering seat is already confirmed at VIT vellore under category 3 And SRM Main campus. His BITSAT score is 205. We are from Pune and in OPEN category. His ultimate goal is to do masters abroad. So placement is not important for us. We are likely to get DJ Sanghvi, VIT Pune, PCCOE. We may have a chance at SPIT mumbai or PICT Pune. Should we consider Vit vellore over regional colleges considering the goal? Please let us know. Thank you.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: The order of preference, keeping in view your son's goal of pursuing a master's abroad, could be 1. VIT Vellore (ECE Cat-3) 2. SPIT Mumbai (ECE/CSE if available) 3. PICT Pune 4. VIT Pune 5. DJ Sanghvi 6. PCCOE 7. SRM Main Campus. VIT Vellore offers a strong research ecosystem, international exposure, a diverse peer group, better NIRF standing, and more opportunities for projects/publications useful for MS admissions. SPIT/PICT are excellent regional choices with strong academics. Since placements are irrelevant, VIT Vellore’s brand, faculty, research culture, and global recognition outweigh Pune's location advantage. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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My daughter has got Cse in VIT vellore cat 2 and Manipal cse main campus, with her 51** KCET rank she may get Cse in PES electronic city campus and BMS Cse? What would be her better option? Kindly advise.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026

Ans: Prefer BMSCE-CSE, followed by Manipal-CSE, VIT-V-CSE, and then PES-EC-CSE. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Sir my jee mains 2026 rank is 214755 general category outside delhi and with defence priority order 6 quota sir can I get any seat in DTU or NSUT in jac delhi councelling in regular rounds??

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Sir, which is a better choice for CSE: MIT-WPU Pune, VIT Pune, or VIT Chennai (CSE Core)? Please compare them based on academics, peer group, and placements.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Choose VIT Chennai for maximum long-term brand value and placement opportunities. Choose VIT Pune if location, lower crowds, and the Pune IT ecosystem are priorities. If you are based in Maharashtra, my suggestion is to prefer VIT-P-CSE over VIT-C-CSE. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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My son has interest in research in biological sciences. In 12th studied PCMB. Got 175 in BISAT chances are getting Bpharm in Hyd and Pilani, though he was aiming MSc Biological Sciences. His IISER and NIISER score was 102 and 57. Kindly suggest Hyd or Pilani. Any chance of new IISER and its better over Bits Bpharm.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: If your son's long-term goal is biological sciences research (MSc → PhD), then IISER (older/newer) is preferable to BITS B.Pharm, as it is designed specifically for science research and provides much stronger research exposure from the first year. The preference order for a research-oriented student is: IISER (any campus) > BITS Pilani B.Pharm > BITS Hyderabad B.Pharm.

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Question by rajalakshmi - Jun 18, 2026

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My daughter scored 98.4 percentile and rank 1137 in JEE arch and 121 in nata cbse 81%, Maharashtra general female , will she get NIT nagpur

Ans: She has a realistic chance of B.Arch at VNIT through the Home State quota, but it is not guaranteed. Fill VNIT Nagpur B.Arch as a top choice in JoSAA, but keep SPA/NIT backup options as well.

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Sir my son has 59 percentile in jeemains,vit ap computer science and business management at cat2,vit vellore intigrated mtech software engineer at cat2 and we r waiting for srmjee phase2, cuet results. Please give me best path

Ans: Choose VIT Vellore Integrated M.Tech Software Engineering (Cat-2) as the safest current option, and switch only if SRM KTR CSE (main campus) or a clearly better CUET-based CSE seat becomes available. You are in watch-and-wait mode. Take a wise decision as suggested for VIT / SRM / CUET.

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Sir , Please confirm that MH CET state quota seats benefits can be availed by a candidate who is born in Maharastra, and all his education 10th, 12th from Maharashtra ( Type A). Can candidate participate in all cap rounds? But candidates parent are from outside state but staying in Maharastra for 20 years and don't have domicile certificate.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Yes. If your son was born in Maharashtra and passed both the 10th and 12th in Maharashtra, he is eligible as a Type-A candidate and can participate in all CAP rounds for state quota seats. In such a case, parents' domicile is not required for Type-A if the birth-in-Maharashtra condition is met. However, keep the birth certificate and other CAP verification documents ready, as final eligibility is determined during document scrutiny. I suggest downloading the latest brochure published by the Maha-CET cell on its official website and reading the eligibility criteria and domicile conditions in detail, rather than fully relying on our advice/reply. We always recommend reading each and every page of the brochure in detail, along with the FAQS given in the brochure, if any.

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Surely will go through the brochure. Thank you Sir

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Question by Anil - Jun 18, 2026

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My son got cse(data analytics) in vit ap and also electronics and computer engineering in SRM KLTR. Which one is a better option.

Ans: Anil Sir, prefer VVIT-AP-CSE (DA). All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Ans: No. Some are better than some NIT, but in general NITs are better than IIITs

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Question by venkatesh - Jun 16, 2026Hindi

Is IIIT is good as NIT

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Sir my daughter score in MHCET is 99.5 and JEE mains is 96. Already we have taken admission in vit vellore cs cyber security.with her percentile whether she will get admission in any of the top engineering colleges in Maharashtra? If she gets we are ready to go with ICT chemical engineering also. Please guide me

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Question by Sini - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Sini Sir, before I answer your question, I want to stress that your daughter should consider ICT-Chemical Engineering only if she has a genuine interest in chemicals. ICT is an excellent institute, but there is a branch mismatch when it comes to tech placements. Given her impressive 99.5 percentile in MHT-CET, it’s highly recommended that she aims for admission to one of the top Maharashtra colleges like COEP, SPIT, PICT, or VJTI in the branches she prefers. ICT should be her second option if she’s truly interested in chemical engineering, and VIT-Vellore CSE (cybersecurity) can be her last choice. She should fill in as many choices as possible in the MHT-CET counseling process, starting with top colleges and branches she is genuinely interested in. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Can a student with chemistry, biology, math in 12th class can be eligible for NISER and IISER admission ?

Ans: Saraswati, Yes, you are fully eligible for admission to both NISER and IISER. Both institutes clearly accept students with chemistry, biology, and math (CBM) backgrounds. For IISER (through the IAT), eligibility requires that candidates have taken at least three subjects from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology in Class 12. Since you have three of these, you qualify perfectly. Just keep in mind that physics is mandatory if you want to apply for the 4-year B.Tech or economic sciences programs at IISER Bhopal. For NISER (through NEST), the rules state that candidates must have studied at least three of these subjects—physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology—in classes 11 and 12, which your combination fulfills completely. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Hi sir my son got VIT chennai 3 category ECE and Amrita Coimbatore slap 3 in CCE which one can prefer.jee mains 82k in CRL can get iiit tharward ECE or AIDS iiit kancheepuram can get smart manufacturing or BITs mesra can get mechanical in csab .which one can get sir

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: At 82k CRL, securing IIIT Dharwad or IIIT Kancheepuram (Smart Manufacturing) is mathematically highly unlikely, as their general CSAB cutoffs historically wrap up near 73k and 60k, respectively. However, your son can try for BIT Mesra Mechanical, which may reliably extend past 70k-80k during final CSAB special rounds. Hope he would have filled in the maximum number of choices in JoSAA. As far as Amrita's CCE & VIT Chennai's ECE are concerned, he can prefer Amrita-CCE. All the Best for Your Son's Prosperous Future!

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Ma'am/Sir, My daughter is now in 3rd semester of BTech CSE in NIT, Agartala. She is at present doing a Certification Course in AI&ML from MASAI School which will be completed in September 2026. She wants to do a online DSA course. Please suggest from which online platform she should do her DSA Certification Course that can help in her future placement.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026

Ans: For strong placement preparation, here are some good options to consider. (1) Coding Ninjas’ DSA Certification with IITM Pravartak is highly rated. It offers a 4-month curriculum with 8 months of access, covering core data structures and algorithms, plus 1:1 mentor support and mock interviews. (2) Scaler Academy (InterviewBit) is a premium alternative, with a 10–12 month online program costing around Rs. 3 lakhs, featuring industry mentors and proven results. (3) GeeksforGeeks’ self-paced DSA course is an affordable option, lasting 8 weeks and costing about Rs. 3,900, with well-structured video lessons and practice problems. And (4) LeetCode Premium, available via monthly subscription, offers extensive practice and interview simulations and is popular among FAANG candidates. Coding Ninjas stands out for its structured curriculum and strong support, making it the top pick. Scaler Academy is a solid choice if you’re willing to invest more for deep mentorship and mock interviews. For those on a budget, GeeksforGeeks provides a good foundation. LeetCode Premium is great for extra practice but doesn’t offer formal certification. It’s best to focus on one course to master DSA alongside MASAI’s AI/ML training to boost placement chances. Before deciding, consider the (a) course duration, (b) cost, (c) mentorship quality, (d) mock interview opportunities, and (e) practice platform. Also, encourage your daughter to build a strong personal brand with an updated LinkedIn profile, networking skills, and non-technical abilities like communication, presentation, teamwork, emotional intelligence, and resilience. These skills are crucial to stand out during campus placements and in the wider job market, as recruiters look for more than just technical expertise. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Hello , I have options of Nsut electrical , DTU Mechanical, Pec mechanical ( can be electrical in csab), BIT mesra electronics, NIT HAMIRPUR ( mechanical ) , Nit Rourkela ( ceramic), pls guide me which to choose as I am looking forwaed to tech placements

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Question by Vatsal - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Vatsal, the order of preference could be 1) NSUT-EE 2) PEC-EE 3) BIT-Mesra-ECE 4) DTU-Mech 5) NIT-Rourkela-Ceramic & 6) NIT-Hamirpur-Mech. However, you must consider your branch interest also. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Hello sir my daughter is selected for SRM ktr campus in data science and computer science and engineering in kiit pl suggest which one is better

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Question by Rajashree - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Rajashree Madam, prefer KIIT-CS&E over SRM-KTR-DS. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future!

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Hi Sir ...I am Srijita Maity ....I gave IAT 2026 exam ....and I have scored 102 ...can I get any IISER???

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Question by Srijita - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Srijita, with an IAT 2026 score of 102, your chances depend on your category and final rank. For the general category, top IISERs like Pune/Kolkata/Mohali are unlikely, but IISER Berhampur/Tirupati and later rounds may be possible if cutoffs fall. Fill in the maximum number of choices and have 2-3 backups also instead of relying only on IAT/IISER. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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Dear Sir, male student here, JEE Mains, tamil nadu home state, PCM cut off 185, 96.4 percentile, general ranking 56574 and obc ncl 17301. any realistic choices for cse, ece & ee in NIT or IIIT? Please Advise. Thankyou

Ans: Rajan, with JEE Main CRL 56,574 + OBC-NCL 17,301 + Tamil Nadu HS, realistic options are limited for top NIT CSE/ECE, as these usually close much higher. Your best realistic targets: IIITs CSE/ECE, NIT Puducherry ECE/EE, NIT Trichy lower branches (unlikely), and newer NITs through CSAB. Hope you would have filled in the maximum number of choices in JoSAA. However, have TNEA also as a backup instead of relying only on JoSAA/CSAB. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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I had got viteee bpcea rank 95k+ and I'm getting vit bhopal cse health informatics and I'm preparing re neet also. So, is cse health informatics a good back up option

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: You haven’t mentioned your score on the cancelled NEET, so I can’t provide a more precise answer. However, prefer NEET if you are confident of a realistic MBBS chance. VIT Bhopal CSE-HI is a reasonable backup because it remains a CSE-based degree, allows software careers, and participates in VIT’s centralized placement system. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future!

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"My son scored 100 marks in JEE Advanced under the OBC-NCL category (General Neutral). Will he get admission to IIST?"

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Question by Sanskar - Jun 18, 2026Hindi

Ans: Sanskar Sir, JEE Advaced Rank?

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