Data Science

Many government colleges offer B.Tech in Data Science.

Top ones include IITs, NITs, and IIIT Hyderabad via JEE checks.

State schools like GEC Thrissur (Kerala), GEC Sheohar and Arwal (Bihar), and GEC Kosgi (Telangana) additionally provide this route.

Admission is based on JEE or state entrance exams.

Seats are limited.

Top colleges offering B.Sc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence include IIT Madras, IISc Bangalore, NMIMS, Christ University, and IIT Guwahati. Admission is based on entrance exams like JEE Advanced, CUET, NPAT, or institute-specific tests. Candidates must have passed 12th with Mathematics and meet the minimum percentage criteria set by each college.

Yes, you qualify. As you've completed your 12th in history and general BBA, you satisfy the minimum requirements of having a Bachelor's degree. Assuming you had about 50 percent marks, most MBA programs in data science or business analytics do accept students from any stream. You will have to sit for an entrance exam, such as CAT, CMAT, or MAT. For many Colleges, you do not have to be math or computer proficient, but to enter a program they may prefer it. As long as you can run numbers and are open to learn the technical tools and skills, you're all set. You would also already have gained a basic background on business from your BBA.

Yes, art students can study Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science (DS) if they have basic knowledge or interest in mathematics, statistics, and logical reasoning. Some universities offer foundation or bridge courses to help non-science students transition into these technical fields. A strong grasp of programming and analytical thinking is essential for success.

Here are some good colleges in Pune offering Data Science courses:

1. MIT World Peace University

2. Symbiosis Institute of Technology

3. Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT)

4. Vishwakarma Institute of Technology

5. DY Patil International University

6. MIT ADT University

7. ISB&M College of Engineering

Most offer B.Tech, M.Tech, or certification in Data Science or related fields

Yes, IIIT Dharwad's Data Science and AI programme is an excellent choice for female students. The institute offers a safe, inclusive, and academically strong environment backed by industry-oriented curriculum and a growing ecosystem of research. Girls at IIIT Dharwad receive support through mentorship programs, women-in-tech groups, and scholarships. The campus has a good gender ratio and provides modern hostel and lab facilities. With growing demand for AI professionals and active placement support, it's a strong launchpad for women aspiring to enter the tech field.

While it's difficult to say definitively, your chances of getting a seat in SASTRA's B.Tech Data Science and Business Analytics programme with an 88% in boards and a 60% in JEE are not very high, but not impossible. SASTRA considers both 12th board scores and JEE Main scores for admissions, but JEE performance is a significant factor. With 88% in boards, you have a good chance of getting an A+ grade, but a 60% in JEE (which translates to roughly a low percentile) is a concern. 

Yes, a 3-year Computer Science degree can be a strong foundation for applying to research programs in Data Science. While a master's degree is often preferred for such programs, your background in computer Science provides a solid base in programming, algorithms, and data structures, which are essential for data science. You can strengthen your application by acquiring additional skills in statistics, machine learning, and data analysis.