Mystory@Vinothkumar P: How I chose my course and college
Part of the attraction of a Master’s degree is the chance to specialise in your chosen subject and sub-field from a range of options within a parent discipline. An undergraduate might study a broad course in a subject like English literature, but a Masters degree in the same field might focus upon a particular specialty, such as the writing associated with particular historical contexts, or in selected genres. Similarly, a student in the sciences might go from acquiring a general competence in one of the natural or physical sciences at undergraduate level to an MSc programme designed to develop expertise in very specific areas such as Quantum Mechanics or Forensic Chemistry.
I chose to go to a University because I like being part of a large group and diverse student body. The world is a big place, just as my University, and the parallels between the two would better help prepare me for post-college life in the real world. Also, my University has a really strong School of Sciences and I wanted to study under the best minds in the country.
In today’s world of tough competition when too many students apply for a few coveted seats you need to present yourself in the interview in such a way that the interviewer sees more content in you than what your application form reflects. Sure, strong academic credentials are necessary, but they are no longer sufficient to earn admission into top institutions. In addition to excellent grades and test scores, students must be able to prove that they are a good ‘fit’ for their choice of colleges.
Surely, to get better I must look back on good things I’ve done in my life, which were responsible for my happiness and try to improve upon my skills and competencies and strive towards perfection in my life.
About the Author:
I am currently working as a Remote Support Engineer at Onwards Eservice Ltd for Aceline Tech Private Limited. I have done B Tech-ECE from Sastra University, Thanjavur. Prior to that, I completed a course in Computer Technology from Shanmuga Polytechnic College, Thanjavur.
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- MBA (Masters of Business Administration)
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- BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
No, SASTRA University BTech admissions have been closed for academic year 2026.
Candidates were required to apply for BTech admissions by June this year. Admission process for this year has been concluded and curriculum will commence from August.
If candidates failed to apply for admissions at this p
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, SASTRA University does not accept any admissions for BTech courses in offline mode. The entire admission process from registration for entrance exam to document verification is conducted online by SASTRA University.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, candidates cannot get admission into BTech courses at SASTRA University. Candidates need to appear in JEE Main exam in order to qualify for BTech after Class 12th. However, 30% of total seat intake is allotted based on Class 12 board exam merit.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, you have a realistic chance of getting B.Tech Bioinformatics at SASTRA University with your ranks:
AIR: 13,999
Tamil Nadu Rank (TNR): 4,484
Bioinformatics is not one of the highest-demand branches like CSE or AI, so its cutoff is generally more relaxed. In the current admission cycle, SASTRA has c
Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
SASTRA University conducts an entrance exam for admission in MCA programme. The deemed-to-be university also considers graduation marks for final selection. Aspirants must pass a minimum of three-year bachelor's degree with Mathematics as a subject in Class 12 or qualifying degree to apply for MCA.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a month ago
SASTRA University gives 50% weightage to Class 12 scores and 50% to CLAT scores in Phase-II. In Phase-I, admission is entirely based on scores of the aspirants in CLAT. In case the applicant has not appeared for CLAT, weighted score for 50% will become 0 but the Class 12 aggregate will be given 50%
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Guide-Level 15
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No, aspirants need to fill out only one application form for stream 1 and stream 2 BTech admissions at SASTRA University. Aspirants need to submit Class 12 or JEE Main score in the form for admission.
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Guide-Level 15
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Students pursuing M.Tech from SASTRA University with GATE score can get 50% tuition fee waiver and stipend. Students must have necessary documents proving their merit to get the scholarship.
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