Engineer

No, the role for a Conservation Assistant is not considered as an engineering post. as  focuses more on preserving and maintaining historical monuments, buildings, and artifacts, usually under departments like the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). While the job may involve some technical work, especially related to restoration and materials, it's quite different from the responsibilities of a PWD engineer, who works on public infrastructure like roads, bridges, and buildings.

As a Conservation Assistant, your work would likely involve supervising restoration efforts, ensuring proper techniques are used, and maintaining heritage structures. It's an important role that helps protect our history. 

Yes, as a Mechanical Engineer pursuing an MA in English, you'll be treated like any other MA English student for placements and career opportunities. Your engineering background won't be a barrier—it could even be an advantage in areas like technical writing or roles requiring analytical skills.

For placements, companies will primarily assess your performance in the MA programme and your language skills. Typical career paths include content writing, editing, teaching, or public relations. If you're interested in roles like technical writing, your engineering knowledge might give you an edge.

Having expertise in both technical and literary fields makes you versatile, opening doors to unique opportunities in education, communication, or even creative roles in tech-driven industries. Focus on building strong language skills and showcasing your dual background during interviews.

Hi,    Your academic profile is quite strong, and being a general engineer female with EWS category can work in your favor when applying to IIMs. Scoring 98+ percentile in CAT would significantly boost your chances of getting calls from top IIMs, especially because many of them consider diversity, category, and gender as important factors during the selection process.  

While your 12th-grade score is slightly lower compared to other components of your profile, the overall balance of high scores in 10th, B.Tech, and a strong CAT percentile can compensate for this. Some IIMs weigh CAT scores more heavily, while others have a holistic approach, including academics, work experience, and extracurriculars.  

Stay focused on preparing for CAT, and consider mock tests and time management strategies to maximize your score. Best of luck with your journey—all the very best