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NEET UG (MBBS / BDS)
6 questions
NEET PG (MD / MS / DNB)
4 questions
JEE / B.Tech
6 questions
MBA / PGDM
6 questions
Law (CLAT / LSAT)
4 questions
Design (NID / NIFT / UCEED)
3 questions
Pharmacy (B.Pharm / D.Pharm)
3 questions
Counselling Process
5 questions
General Guidance
5 questions
đŠē NEET UG (MBBS / BDS)
6 questions
A: There is no limit to the number of attempts. Candidates can appear for NEET any number of times.
A: General/EWS: 50th percentile, SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile, PwD: 45th percentile.
A: MBBS, BDS, AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS), B.Sc. Nursing, and BVSc & AH courses.
A: No, there is no upper age limit for appearing in NEET UG.
A: Yes, candidates with Biology as an additional subject are eligible for NEET UG.
A: MCC conducts counselling for 15% All India Quota, Deemed Universities, Central Universities, ESIC, AFMC, and other central institute seats.
đ NEET PG (MD / MS / DNB)
4 questions
A: MD: 30,790+, MS: 15,736+, PG Diploma: 3,200+, DNB: 5,620+ seats approximately.
A: AIIMS, PGIMER Chandigarh, JIPMER Puducherry, NIMHANS Bengaluru, and SCTIMST Trivandrum conduct their own exams.
A: The result is valid only for the current admission session and cannot be carried forward.
A: No, there is no limit on the number of attempts for NEET PG.
âī¸ JEE / B.Tech
6 questions
A: JEE Main is for admission to NITs, IIITs, and other central/state engineering colleges. JEE Advanced is for IITs only, and only JEE Main qualifiers can appear for it.
A: Candidates can attempt JEE Main for 3 consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12.
A: Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence & ML, Data Science, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering are among the most sought-after branches.
A: No, JEE Main score is mandatory for admission to NITs through JoSAA counselling. Some state-level exams may offer alternatives for state engineering colleges.
A: Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) conducts centralized counselling for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other GFTIs based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced ranks.
A: Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subject with at least 75% marks (65% for SC/ST).
đŧ MBA / PGDM
6 questions
A: CAT (IIMs), XAT (XLRI), MAT, CMAT, GMAT, NMAT, SNAP (Symbiosis), and ATMA are the major MBA entrance exams in India.
A: MBA is a degree offered by universities, while PGDM is a diploma offered by autonomous institutes. Both are equally valued by employers. PGDM curricula can be updated more frequently.
A: CAT has 3 sections: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Ability. Total duration is 2 hours with 66 questions.
A: Yes, freshers can apply. However, most top IIMs and B-schools prefer candidates with 1-3 years of work experience for better classroom diversity.
A: IIM fees range from âš15-25 lakhs for 2 years. Top private B-schools charge âš10-25 lakhs. Government university MBA programs can be as low as âš1-5 lakhs.
A: Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations, Business Analytics, IT Management, and International Business are the most popular MBA specializations.
âī¸ Law (CLAT / LSAT)
4 questions
A: Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the national-level entrance exam for admission to 5-year integrated LLB and LLM programs at 22+ National Law Universities (NLUs).
A: Yes, you can pursue a 3-year LLB program after completing any bachelor's degree. The 5-year integrated BA LLB is for students after Class 12.
A: CLAT UG has 150 questions in 2 hours covering English, Current Affairs & GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.
A: NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad, NLU Delhi, WBNUJS Kolkata, NLU Jodhpur, and Faculty of Law (DU) are among the top law colleges.
đ¨ Design (NID / NIFT / UCEED)
3 questions
A: NID DAT, NIFT Entrance, UCEED (IIT), CEED (for M.Des), and individual college-level tests are the major design entrance exams.
A: B.Des, M.Des in various specializations like Product Design, Communication Design, Fashion Design, Textile Design, UX/UI Design, Animation, and Interior Design.
A: For B.Des/B.FTech: Class 12 pass from any stream. For M.Des/M.FTech/MFM: relevant bachelor's degree. No age limit for most programs.
đ Pharmacy (B.Pharm / D.Pharm)
3 questions
A: B.Pharm is a 4-year bachelor's degree, while D.Pharm is a 2-year diploma. B.Pharm graduates can pursue M.Pharm and have more career options in research and industry.
A: GPAT (for M.Pharm), state-level exams like MHT CET, WBJEE, and some colleges accept NEET UG scores for B.Pharm admissions.
A: Drug Inspector, Pharmacist, Medical Representative, Research Scientist, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, and Hospital Pharmacy.
đ Counselling Process
5 questions
A: Centralized counselling is conducted by bodies like JoSAA, MCC, and state authorities where students fill choices online and seats are allotted based on rank and preference.
A: Usually 4-5 rounds including special rounds. JoSAA conducts 6 rounds, MCC conducts 4 rounds including mop-up and stray vacancy rounds.
A: Yes, you can participate in both. However, if you accept a seat in one, you may need to surrender it before joining through the other.
A: Class 10 & 12 marksheets, scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, ID proof, passport-size photos, and medical fitness certificate.
A: Registration fees are non-refundable (âš1,000-5,000). Security deposits (âš25,000-2,00,000) are refundable if you exit in permitted rounds.
âšī¸ General Guidance
5 questions
A: Consider your interests, aptitude, market demand, and long-term goals. Take career assessment tests, research various fields, talk to professionals, and consult career counsellors.
A: It depends on the college's accreditation, placement record, faculty, infrastructure, and alumni network. Top private colleges often have excellent ROI comparable to government institutions.
A: AI/ML, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Digital Marketing, Healthcare Technology, Renewable Energy, Space Technology, and Biotechnology are rapidly growing fields.
A: Both have merits. India offers affordable education with growing opportunities. Studying abroad provides global exposure, diverse networks, and potentially higher starting salaries in certain fields.
A: Entrance scores are crucial for shortlisting, but top institutions also evaluate academics, work experience, extracurriculars, essays, and interview performance for final selection.