If you haven't taken CUET, JAM, or GATE but still want to pursue an MSc in Data Science , consider applying to universities and colleges that offer admission based on your B.Sc. CS marks and may conduct their own entrance exams or interviews. Here are a few options to explore:

Central Universities:

Delhi University:

Offers MSc in Computer Science with a Data Science specialization, admissions are based on merit in your B.Sc. marks.

Jadavpur University:

Provides MSc in Data Science, with potential for admission based on merit and an interview.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU):

Offers MSc in Computer Science with a Data Science specialization, consider checking their admission criteria.

Private Universities:

Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT): Has a dedicated MSc in Data Science program with flexible admission criteria.

Christ University, Bangalore: Offers MSc in Data Science with a good reputation, check their admission process.

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham: Provides MSc in Data Science, consider their merit-based admission.

State Universities:

University of Hyderabad:

Offers MSc in Computer Science with a focus on Data Science, check specific program details.

University of Pune:

Provides MSc in Computer Science with Data Science specialization, inquire about their admission process.

University of Madras:

Consider their MSc in Computer Science program for potential Data Science focus.

Important Points to Consider:

Check individual university websites:

Each institution has its own admission criteria, so carefully review their eligibility requirements and application process.

Contact the admissions office:

Reach out to the universities you are interested in to inquire about their admission process and if they offer any alternative pathways for admission without entrance exams.

Focus on your B.Sc. performance:

Ensure you have a strong academic record in your B.Sc. CS to enhance your application.

Highlight relevant skills:

Emphasize any data science skills you have acquired through projects, internships, or online courses in your application.

Prepare for potential interviews:

Some universities may conduct personal interviews as part of the admission process.

GOOD LUCK!!!

Hello

Your JEE Main 2025 percentile is 87.88% in the ST category  and you are aiming for a CS branch in an NIT .

Based on previous year trends , your chances of getting CSE in top NITs are slim but you might get a lower-ranked NIT or a different branch in a better NIT.

Hope this gives you the clarity you need.

Hello there,

With 90.4 percentile , SC category , and female reservation , your sister has a good chance of getting a CS-related branch in some lower NITs . However, NIT CS (core) might be tough due to high competition.

Possible Options:

1. NIT Mizoram – CSE
2. NIT Nagaland – CSE
3. NIT Arunachal Pradesh – CSE
4. NIT Sikkim – CSE
5. NIT Puducherry – CS-related branches (like IT or Data Science)

For better NITs , she can try for:

• NIT Jalandhar, NIT Patna, NIT Raipur – Other CS-related branches (like IT or AI & DS)

If she aims for a better NIT or CS branch , she should try JEE Mains April attempt to improve her percentile.

I would recommend you to use JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank or percentile.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

Hello,

Christ University Bangalore is better for industry exposure because it is in the AI hub of India. It has strong placements and an updated curriculum focused on AI and ML applications. However, the fees are higher, and it is more industry-oriented than research-focused.

CUSAT is a government university with lower fees and a strong research focus. It is better if you are interested in deep research and academics. Placements may not be as strong as Christ University, but the course structure is solid.

If you want jobs in AI/ML quickly, choose Christ. If you prefer research, choose CUSAT.

Hope it helps !

Hello,

Yes, shifting from BSc IT to BSc CS and starting over is possible, but it depends on the university or college policies . Here are some key points:

1. Eligibility – Check if you meet the admission criteria for BSc CS, as some colleges may have different subject requirements.
2. University/College Policy – Some institutions allow transfers, while others require fresh admission.
3. Academic Impact – You may need to restart from the first year, leading to extra time and expenses.
4. Admission Process – You might have to apply again through merit or entrance exams.
5. Approval Required – Seek guidance from your college administration.

Hope you find it useful !

Hello,

Your JEE Main percentile of 96.796603 is good, but admission to BTech in Computer Science (CSE) depends on factors like cutoff trends :

1. Rank Calculation : Approximate rank = (100 - Percentile) × Total Candidates ÷ 100

   • If total candidates = ~10 lakh , your rank is around 32,000 – 35,000 .

2. College Type :

   • NITs : Tough for top NITs, possible in newer NITs.
   • IIITs/GFTIs : Possible in lower-ranked ones.
   • State/Private Colleges : Good chances.

3. Category Quotas : If you have OBC/SC/ST/EWS reservation, chances improve.

Hope you find it useful !

Hello,

Admission to the B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) program at Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU) of Baroda is competitive. The university primarily considers GUJCET scores for admission , with JEE Main scores also being accepted.

Based on available data, the expected GUJCET cutoff ranks for the CSE program are as follows:

• General Category : Opening Rank: 73; Closing Rank: 761.5.
• EWS Category : Opening Rank: 763; Closing Rank: 848.
• SEBC Category : Opening Rank: 1170; Closing Rank: 1511.
• SC Category : Opening Rank: 2361; Closing Rank: 3339.
• ST Category : Opening Rank: 3533; Closing Rank: 12257.

Given your JEE Main percentile of 68%, it's advisable to check the corresponding rank and compare it with the cutoffs. Additionally, ensure you meet the minimum eligibility criteria, which includes having at least 65% aggregate marks in your 12th standard.

Wishing you the best !

Hello aspirant,

With 86.45 percentile in JEE Main 2025 and SC category , your expected rank would be around 55,000–60,000 (CRL) and 4,000–5,000 (SC rank) .

For NIT Calicut (CS branch) , the SC category closing rank in previous years was around 1,500–2,000 . Since your SC rank might be above 4,000 , getting CSE at NIT Calicut seems difficult . However, you may get other branches like Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical .

Advice : Wait for official cutoffs, check CS in newer NITs or other top GFTIs.


I would recommend you to use JEE Mains College Predictor Tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

To get into the Computer Science Engineering (CSE) branch at the University of Lucknow, you'll need a competitive JEE Main score. While the university doesn't release fixed percentile requirements, we can look at previous year's cutoffs for guidance.

In 2024, the JEE Main cutoff for CSE at the University of Lucknow ranged from 150273 to 225423 for the General category. This corresponds to approximately 85-90 percentile.

However, please note that cutoffs can vary significantly from year to year, depending on factors like the number of applicants, exam difficulty, and seat availability.

To give you a better idea, here are the cutoffs for different categories in 2024:

- General: 150273 - 225423

- OBC: 158054 - 307876

- SC/ST: 234835 - 539144

To increase your chances of getting into the CSE branch at the University of Lucknow, aim for a high JEE Main score, ideally above 250-270.This will put you in a competitive position for admission.

Hi,

Based on the previous year analysis, According to your JEE MAINS 2025 marks your expected JEE MAINS 2025 percentile may range between 94.39636137 - 92.76234617 and your expected JEE MAINS Rank may range between 79298 - 102421.

You can know about your JEE MAINS 2025 percentile using the JEE MAINS marks vs percentile tool mentioned below

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-marks-vs-percentile

Some of the colleges in which you have chances to get admission are

• College of engineering, Pune
• Heritage Institute of Technology
• Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology
• University Institute of Technology, Bhopal
• NIT Raipur
• Sant Longowal Institute of engineering and Technology

You can predict more colleges using the JEE MAINS 2025 college predictor tool.

Hope this information will help you