HEY THERE!!!

Both options - Chemical Engineering from IIT Guwahati and Mechanical Engineering from IIT Hyderabad are strong choices, but they differ in academic focus, campus culture, and placement outcomes.

IIT Guwahati Chemical Engineering:

• This IIT has been around longer
• Its graduates form a strong network leading to good job offers
• Life on campus tends to be more settled

IIT Hyderabad Mechanical Engineering:

• This IIT is newer but growing fast
• It has a modern campus and teaches in new ways
• Mechanical grads earn more on average (INR 18.7 LPA), but fewer get jobs (53.7%)

1. Go for IIT Hyderabad Mechanical if you like machines and want a new-age campus.
2. Pick IIT Guwahati Chemical if you want a time-tested IIT and enjoy studying chemicals.
3. You can't go wrong with either; just think about what you want to study and where you'd like to live!

Hello,

Congratulations on your GATE 2025 performance! With a GATE score of 647 and an All India Rank (AIR) of 1078 in Civil Engineering, you have a competitive profile. Admission to the M.Tech in Structural Engineering at IIT Hyderabad is highly sought after, and the required GATE scores can vary annually based on factors like applicant pool strength, seat availability, and overall performance.

While specific cutoff scores for 2025 are not yet available, we can refer to previous years' data for insight:

• 2024: The OBC-NCL cutoff for Structural Engineering was 689 .

• 2023: The OBC-NCL cutoff for Structural Engineering was 723 .

These figures suggest that the cutoff scores have been relatively high in recent years. Given your score of 647, admission to IIT Hyderabad's Structural Engineering program may be challenging.

Alternative Options to Consider:

1. Other IITs: Explore Structural Engineering programs at other IITs where the cutoff scores might align more closely with your GATE score.

2. NITs and IIITs: Institutes like NIT Warangal , NIT Trichy , and IIIT Hyderabad offer reputable M.Tech programs in Structural Engineering with potentially more accessible cutoff scores.

3. State Universities and Private Institutions: Consider universities such as Osmania University or JNTU Hyderabad , which have strong engineering faculties and may have different admission criteria.

Next Steps:

• Research: Investigate the specific admission requirements and cutoff trends of the alternative institutions mentioned.

• Application Process: Ensure you understand the application timelines and procedures for each institution, as they may differ.

While securing a seat in IIT Hyderabad's Structural Engineering program may be competitive with your current GATE score, exploring these alternative pathways can lead you to a fulfilling academic and professional journey in Civil Engineering.

Hello Krishna,

Since you missed registering on the COAP portal, you won't be able to apply to IIT Bombay and IIT Hyderabad for M.Tech admissions, as COAP registration is mandatory for these institutes .

However, the COAP 2025 registration is still open . You can register now and use your COAP registration number to apply to other IITs whose application deadlines haven't passed yet.

Here’s what you can do:

1. Register on COAP : Visit the official COAP 2025 portal and complete your registration.

2. Check Other IITs : Look for IITs that are still accepting applications for M.Tech programs.

3. Apply Promptly : Once registered on COAP, apply to these institutes as soon as possible, ensuring you include your COAP registration number in the application.

Remember, COAP registration is essential to access and accept offers from participating IITs . Make sure to complete the registration and applications before the respective deadlines.

Hope it helps !

Hello,

Your daughter's GATE 2025 score of 647 and rank of 1078 in the OBC category may make it challenging to secure a seat in Structural Engineering at IIT Hyderabad.

Previous years' cutoffs for OBC candidates were slightly higher. However, cutoffs change every year based on factors like seat availability and competition. She should still apply and participate in the counseling process, as she may get a seat in later rounds or through category-based reservations.

Hope it helps !

Based on your daughter's GATE 2025 score of 647 and rank of 1,078 in the OBC category, her chances for securing a seat in the **Structural Engineering** M.Tech program at **IIT Hyderabad** appear competitive.

For reference, in 2024, the closing GATE score for OBC candidates in Structural Engineering at IIT Hyderabad was around 667, with a closing rank of approximately 1,422. Since her score and rank are close to these figures, she has a fair chance.

However, GATE cutoffs vary each year based on factors like the number of applicants, exam difficulty, and seat availability. While her credentials are strong, admission is not guaranteed.

She should apply to multiple IITs and NITs to maximize her chances of securing a good seat. https://engineering.careers360.com/user/update-profile?destination=https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/gate-cutoff

Hi there,

Hope you are doing fine.

Congratulations on getting 381 rank in the jee advanced.

You can easily get admission in the top colleges in the top branches at this rank.

The admission in the top government engineering colleges like iits at a particular score depend on a variety of factors like the cutoffs, the number of applicants and the number of seats available that year.

You can visit the official website of the josaa and the csab and then check about the previous year cutoffs and the opening and closing rank to know about the college which  you can get at this rank and the programs in which you can get the admission.

Also, you can take the help from our official college predictor which is especially designed by our experts to give you an idea about the particular colleges in which you can get the admission. The link of the predictor is mentioned below:

https://engineering.careers360.com/jee-advanced-college-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=jee_adv_cp

Hope this resolves all your query.

Hi there,

Hope you are doing fine.

Congratulations on getting 381 rank in the jee advanced exam in the preparation stage.

The cutoff for the various colleges keeps changing every year depending on a lot of factors like the previous year closing rank, the number of seats available and the number of applicants.

You can check the previous year cutoff by visiting the official website of the josaa and the csab and then checking the opening and closing ranks for the various programs and courses offered there.

Also, you can take the help of our official college predictor which will help you in finding the best matched colleges according to your rank and score. The link of the predictor is mentioned below:

https://engineering.careers360.com/jee-advanced-college-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=jee_adv_cp

Hope this resolves your query.