DASA Scheme: FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on
DASA Scheme
Part- A General Questions about DASA
Part-B Academic Eligibility
Part-C Residential Eligibility
Part- D SAT Subject Tests (for Undergraduate Courses)
Part- E Fee Payment (for Undergraduate Courses)
Part- F Application Form Filling
Part- G Miscellaneous queries
Part-H Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWG)
Part- I: Real Life Queries (Choice-Fillng by CIWG etc)
Part- A General Questions about DASA
1) What is DASA Scheme?
DASA stands for Direct Admission of Students Abroad. Under this scheme, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)/ Foreign Nationals/Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) are admitted to Undergraduate Courses in Engineering in National Institutes of Technology (NITs), IIITs and other premier Technical Institutions in India. DASA scheme is centrally coordinated by one of the NIT by rotation under HRD Ministry. Just for clarity, IITs are not covered under DASA Scheme.
2) Is there is any DASA-like scheme for medical (MBBS) admissions?
No. However, the NRIs/PIOs can get admissions to private medical colleges as about 15% seats are allocated for NRI admissions. Please refer following article for more info on medical admissions
MBBS Options in Top Private Medical Colleges in India under NRI Quota
3) What are the options in Govt/Private technical institutes other than DASA scheme administered by NIT-Surathkal for NRIs/PIOs?
It is to be noted that the following institutes have their own separate schemes for NRIs or International Students and the application for the same has to be completed on the respective Institute’s website:
IIIT-Hyd, BITS-Pilani (Pilani, Goa, Hyd camps), BIT-Mesra, Thapar Univ, VIT Vellore, DA-IICT Ahmedabad, COE-Pune, HBTI-Kanpur, MIT-Manipal, Nirma, COE Guindy, Amrita, SRM, MS Ramaiah, RV College, Jaypee Inst of IT.
So, if you have preference for a particular city, location or a private college, there are many other options for NRIs, other than DASA scheme.
4) Which are the most popular institutes under DASA scheme?
NIT-Trichy, NIT-Surathkal, DTU, NIT-Warangal, IIIT-Delhi, NSIT, NIT-Calicut, VNIT- Nagpur, SVNIT-Surat, MNNIT-Allahabad, IIIT-Allahabad, IIIT-Kancheepuram are the 12 most popular institutes per previous years preference by NRIs/PIOs. These are followed by NIT -Jaipur, NIT-Delhi, PEC, MANIT-Bhopal, NIT-Jamshedpur, NIT-Kuru, NIT-Rourkela, NIT-Goa, NIT-Durgapur and NIT Hamirpur.
5) Which are the most popular institutes for CSE?
- IIIT-Hyd
- DTU=NITK=NITT=NITW=IIIT-D=NSIT (choose anyone depending on convenience)
- NIT Calicut=MNNIT (choose anyone depending on convenience)
- MNIT=NIT-Delhi=VNIT=SVNIT=PEC=IIIT-A=DAICT
- NIT-Kuru, NIT-Rourkela, NIT-Durgapur and NIT Jalandhar.
6) Which are the most popular institutes for ECE?
- NITK=NITT=NITW=IIIT-Hyd=IIIT-Delhi
- IIIT-A= VNIT=MNNIT=NITC=DCE=NSIT=NITD
- MANIT=MNIT=SVNIT
7) Which are the most popular institutes for Mech?
- DTU
- NITT=NITK=NITW
- MNNIT=NITC 4) MNIT=SVNIT=PEC
8) Which are the most popular institutes for Other Branches?
Please choose in the order of SAT2 Cut-off score for 2016-17 provided at the website. (higher SAT 2 cut-off being better institute). Generally,
- NITK=DTU=NITT=NITW
- NSIT=NITC=MNNIT=NITD
- MNIT=VNIT=SVNIT=PEC
9) Are NRIs eligible to compete to get merit seat (at normal resident fee) for Engg and Medical Colleges?
NRIs are fully eligible to give competitive exams like JEE-Main and JEE-Advance for engineering colleges and AIPMT/NEET for medical colleges and pay normal resident Indian fee if they qualify in the exam.
10) What shall be the basis of preparing Merit List for the scheme?
Merit list shall be prepared on the basis of SAT Subject Test (SAT II) aggregate scores of Maths Level 2, Physics and Chemistry. While a total score of 2400 in PCM would guarantee a seat in the preferred college and the branch, a minimum score of 1440 (60%). In case of a tie, the Date of Birthis used as tie-breaker where older applicant is favored
www.collegeboard.com is the official agency to administer SAT II tests.
SAT II Subject Tests: Everything About It
11) Do I need to appear for SAT I (Aptitude Test) before SAT II (Subject Tests)
No. Only SAT II (Subject Tests) are required to be given for DASA.
12) What is the fee for DASA admissions
As of 2016, the fee per year is $8000. CIWG applicants (Children of Indian Workers in Gulf) need to pay about $1400 per year (equal to resident Indians on merit).
Part-B Academic Eligibility (for Undergraduate Courses)
- Question : What is the minimum requirement to qualify for application?
Answer : Applicant must have passed the qualifying examination, i.e. Senior Secondary [10+2] or equivalent [See Appendix-I of Brochure] from any system of education as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (www.aiuweb.org).
- Question : What is the minimum requirement in +2 /qualifying examination?
Answer : A candidate should have a minimum of 60% aggregate (or 6.50 CGPA on a 10 point scale or equivalent) in the qualifying examination. The qualifying examination, shall include all subjects as mentioned in qualifying examination Mark sheet.
- Question : Is Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics compulsory in qualifying examination?
Answer : Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination, i.e. Senior Secondary [10+2] or equivalent from any system of education as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and any one of these as optional subjects( Chemistry, Bio-technology, Computer Science, Biology) in 11th AND / OR 12th, as applicable in the respective boards.
- Question : What type of document to be submitted to show the proof of study abroad (for Indian Nationals studying abroad)
Answer : A certificate on the school letter head (format in Appendix III of Admission Brochure) duly signed by the Headmaster/ Headmistress/ Principal with the seal of the school where the student last studied giving the details of the total number of years and the classes studied.
- Question : Are the NATA scores required for the DASA admission to apply for B. Arch ?
Answer : DASA admissions needs only SAT Subject test scores (Physics, Chemistry and Maths Level II) even if you are applying for B. Arch. Admission.
- Question : Is there any age restriction for the applicants?
Answer : For Under graduate courses, only applicants born on or after October 01, 1991 are eligible.
- Question : My daughter is a PIO Card Holder and has been studying in India since 2004. I would like to know what option should she select for JEE Mains 2016 Entrance exam?
Answer : JEE Mains 2016 is a separate entrance exam and is not connected to DASA-2016 admissions in any way. DASA-2016 cannot provide any advice on this. Please look on JEE website for more details.
- Question : I am currently doing my Grade 12 in DPS Sharjah. I wanted to pursue B.Arch in NIT. What are the eligibility criteria under DASA scheme? Do I need to take NATA test?
Answer : For admission through DASA-2016, SAT score is the requirement. NATA is not needed.
- Question : I am currently studying in class XII Science in India (CBSE Board). I have Indian Citizenship, but my father has Gulf Country Citizenship (GCC). Am I eligible for NRI Quota admissions or any other quota?
Answer : No, you are not eligible under DASA scheme.
Q. I have given 11th and 12th class examination and my certificate is combined provided by my School. What should I upload for 11th class certificate?
Ans: You can get the letter from your school mentioning that you have studied 11th Class and 12th Class in that school and country and the certificate provided by school is combined for both Classes.
Q. As per the UG Brochure, I am supposed to upload the documents such as visa copy, letter from the employer ,passport copy and work permit of the parent working in the gulf. I wanted to check whether all these copies are to be attested, and if so, by whom? or can I upload them without attestation.
A. All the documents are to be self attested, If any supporting documents are in languages other than English or Hindi, authenticated translated copy of the documents in English or Hindi must also be provided.
Q. My daughter appeared 12th AISSCE exam last month.result will be announced in may month.if i submitted the online application before result declare ,how i need to send the result to you.
A. Original documents are to be produced at the time of admission at the allotted institute. The admitting institute will be responsible for verification of documents and ensuring that all required documents as per rules are available.
Part-C Residential Eligibility
- Question : I am a foreign national studying in India. Am I eligible for DASA?
Answer : Yes. As long as you hold a valid foreign passport/visa etc., you are eligible for DASA. However you should satisfy other mandatory conditions.
- Question : Proof of residential requirement (For Foreign Nationals)
Answer : Copy of the passport issued by their respective countries (Nationals of Nepal who do not have a passport, copy of Authenticated Citizenship Card has to be submitted).
- Question : My son is at present studying in Andhra Board in Hyderabad for 12th standard.
He has completed his 10th standard exam from CBSE board in U.A.E. We are still NRE for last 18 years. Can he apply through DASA?
Answer : Applicants must be Foreign Nationals/Persons of Indian Origin/Overseas Citizen of India who have completed the qualifying examination in any country (including India) OR
Indian Nationals studying abroad. In case of Indian Nationals, they must have completed the 11th and 12th standard or equivalent from outside India.
- Question : My son is born and brought up in Bahrain, studied till 10th std in New Indian School. At present he is doing his 11th and 12th in Kerala’s one FIITJEE oriented school. I would like to know whether he can take the facility of DASA scheme. He has Indian Passport.
Answer : No. He is not eligible. Please see DASA-2016 website for detailed eligibility conditions.
- Question : I am residing in Dubai, my Son is also resident of Dubai but he studied 11 and 12th in Delhi. Is he eligible for Admission under DASA Program, he is having valid UAE resident Visa and myself is still living in Dubai.
Answer : If the candidate is a foreign passport holder and did his 11th and 12th from India, he is eligible to apply. Please see the admission brochure for more details.
- Question : My son is in India and appeared for 10th grade CBSE exam scheduled in March’16 in India. I am planning to bring him in USA after his 10 grade academic session is over. How he will get admission for engineering courses in India once his XII is over in USA?
Answer : If candidate is an Indian citizen but doing 11th and 12th from USA, he is eligible in principle for applying through DASA scheme (as per the prevailing rules of DASA scheme as on date). However, you are advised to check the eligibility criteria for any changes made by Ministry at that time. Please see the admission brochure for more details.
- Question : My son is born in US and holds a US Passport. He also holds PIO card. Both, me and my husband, are Indian and we are living in India currently. My son has done schooling in India and is writing CBSE Class XII exam this year. Will he be eligible for admission under DASA ?
Answer : Yes, he is eligible as per rules for admission through DASA scheme, as he is holding a foreign passport and has done XI and XII from India.
Part- D SAT Subject Tests (for Undergraduate Courses)
- Question : What is SAT-Subject exam? Which subjects should be taken in SAT-Subject test?
Answer : SAT subject tests were earlier known as SAT-II. This is administered by ‘College board’ USA. (please see www.collegeboard.com for more details). For DASA admissions, a candidate should have taken Mathematics level II, Physics and Chemistry in SAT subject tests.
- Question :Is there any minimum scores set for SAT Subject Tests?
Answer : Along with other eligibility conditions, a minimum of 1440 SAT Score (Physics+Chemistry+MathsII) will entitle your application to be considered for merit preparation.
- Question : When can a candidate take SAT subject tests?
Answer : You can take tests anytime but ensure that the scores reach NIT Srinagar latest by 01st June 2016. (For more details and correct information on SAT Subject Tests Examination please see : http://sat.collegeboard.com/register/sat-dates)
- Question : Where can I write my SAT subject tests?
Answer : Please use the link given here: http://sat.collegeboard.com/register/sat-code-search in this web page, select ‘test centers’ in the ‘search by’ field. In the ‘Select region’ field, select the country where you want to write the test. A list of test centers would be displayed.
- Question : When is SAT organized?
Answer : The SAT is offered at least seven times each year in the U.S. and six times internationally. It is offered in October, November, December, January, March (U.S. only; SAT only), May and June. Visit SAT website for more details.
- Question : Who administers the SAT?
Answer : The “College Entrance Examination Board” USA on behalf of ETS (Education Testing Services) conducts the SAT.
- Question : How do I get Help on SAT
Answer : Follow the link http://sat.collegeboard.org/help/
- Question : How many times can you take the test?
Answer : You can take the test as many times as you want. Your score report will show your current test score, plus scores for up to six SAT and six subject test administration dates. SAT is held about 5 times a year.
- Question : How can I guarantee that I’ll get my first choice of test center for SAT when I register?
Answer : Test center assignment is done on a “first come, first served” basis. So although College Board cannot guarantee that you’ll get your first choice of test center when you register, registering early gives you the best chance of getting the test center you want. Remember that you can register in advance for any test date during the year, not just the next schedule date. You can also register online for the following year’s test dates beginning in May.
- Question : How does DASA evaluate SAT scores?
Answer : DASA or NIT Srinagar does not evaluate the SAT score. The evaluation is done by the College Board USA. DASA simply uses the score received from College Board to determine merit. Please visit the website of College Board to see the evaluation process.
- Question : How is SAT related to College admission?
Answer : The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of reading, writing and math subjects that are taught every day in high school classrooms. High school grades and SAT scores is the best predictor of your academic success in college.
- Question : SAT subject scores of individual subjects in case of multiple attempts.
Answer : The best scores of the individual subjects in case of multiple attempts will be taken for consideration and summed up for merit list preparation. Therefore, candidate must send (through college board) only that score which shall be considered for merit preparation.
- Question: Can the candidate send the SAT score directly to NIT Srinagar?
Answer : No. They have to inform College Board to send the scores directly specifying the Institute code of NIT Srinagar. The Institute code is 7283. Internet downloaded score cards are not acceptable.
- Question: In SAT Subject Test, if I get more than 1440 in 2 subjects,(eg. Physics and Maths) is it enough to send only these 2 subject test scores for DASA admission.
Answer : You should send Physics, Chemistry and Maths Level II SAT Subject Test scores to DASA admissions, otherwise you are not considered to be eligible for the admission.
- Question : Can we apply for DASA admission using June 2016 SAT Subject Test scores?
Answer : June 2016 SAT Subject Test scores will be considered only for SPOT round of admissions provided it reaches NIT Srinagar by the dates as specified in the admission brochure.
- Question : I have already sent the SAT score to NIT Jaipur which coordinated DASA admissions last year (DASA-2015). Can it be transferred to NIT Srinagar/Do I need to send it again to NIT Srinagar?
Answer : The SAT score needs to be sent directly to NIT Srinagar (through College Board only). There is no arrangement that the scores can be obtained/retrieved from NIT Jaipur. If you have sent the score to NIT Jaipur, you need to send it again afresh to NIT Srinagar for it to be considered for admissions through DASA-2016.
- Question : I want to know if I can appear for SAT exam on 2nd May 2016 and send scores to your college before 1st June 2016? Will I be eligible for DASA seat allotment procedure as I want to improve my SAT scores?
Answer : Yes, provided your SAT score reaches by closing date of 1st June 2016. For details visit www.dasnit.org.
- Question: I had taken SAT exam on 24 Jan 2016. My scores are available now. When will I have to send the scores (just now or in month of April) ?
Answer : You can send the scores to us (through College Board USA) anytime.
- Question: If I send current score card of 3 subjects and again in May of 3 subjects, will best score of
each subject from both score cards be considered?
Answer : Yes, we will consider the best scores if we receive multiple SAT scores.
- Question: I guess it won’t be a problem if your Institute NIT Srinagar gets my 2 score cards and both having all 3 subjects marks. Will you consider best subject marks from either score card?
Answer : Yes, we will consider the best scores of individual subjects from various SAT score cards (received through College Board USA) for preparing merit.
- Question: What if my latest SAT scores do not reach you before deadline of 1st June?
Answer : We cannot consider any application unless we receive the SAT score. In case the latest SAT score does not reach us, we will consider any previous SAT score (if it has been sent by the College Board as requested by the candidate and received by us at NIT Srinagar) for preparing merit.
- Question: My Son is in 12th grade in American International School in Saudi Arabia. He has appeared for Math II and Physics in SAT. He will be appearing for Chemistry on May 2nd and will get the result by the end of the month will that score count if I fill the registration form for DASA in April?
Answer : Yes, provided the score reaches us before closing date of 1st June. We will consider the best scores out of various scores received till closing date.
- If a candidate gets a seat in Round 1, 2 or 3 and then wants to use New SAT score for Round 4 for up-gradation. will it be allowed?
Answer: New SAT score for up gradation will be allowed. For complete details, please check section 2.6.3.3 of UG Brochure.
- What are the deadlines for receipt of SAT scores for consideration in rounds?
Answer: The last date for receipt of SAT scores for DASA-2016 is as follows: 1st June 2016 for Round 1, 2 and 3
1st July 2016 for Round 4 25th July 2016 for Spot Round
Please Note: All the dates are as per Indian Standard Time (IST)
Part- E Fee Payment (for Undergraduate Courses)
1) Question : What is the mode of payment of fees?
Answer : Two options are provided. (i) By SWIFT money transfer and (ii) by e-payment using debit/credit card. Necessary instructions have been provided in the Admission brochure
2) Question : Can candidates from Nepal and Bhutan make payment in Indian Rupees ? Answer : Candidates from Nepal and Bhutan can pay their fees either in US Dollars or in
Equivalent Indian Rupees. However, in case of Rupee payment they are required to
get Exchange Rate Certificate from the bankers and submit the same along with the details and proof of fee payment. Please pay INR equivalent of the applicable fees (that is equivalent of USD 4300 for non-SAARC or USD 2300 for SAARC candidates).
- Question : When do I get my refund?
Answer : The registration fee of US$ 300 will be non-refundable. If you are eligible for any refund as per the terms and conditions detailed in the brochure, all refund requests will be processed only after the completion of the entire admission process.
- Question : What about the charges if any charged by my bank?
Answer : All charges must be born by the candidate. Please ensure that DASA receives the full amount of the prescribed fees, without any deductions.
- Question: If a candidate declines in Round 1, 2 and 3 then for Round 4 whether the candidate will have to pay only 50% fees or full fee?
Answer: 50% fresh payment to be made by the candidate. As 50% tuition fee is available with DASA from earlier rounds. For re registration fee of USD 300 is to be paid again.
- Question: If a candidate does not get any seat during Round 1 to 4, whether the candidate has to pay USD 300 as registration fee again for SPOT round.
Answer: No fresh registration fee to be charged
Q. I am presently in India and I don’t have foreign account, how can I pay in USD ?
A. Foreign account is not necessary. For payment if your credit card is Indian but internationally accepted and can make payments beyond 1 lakh then you can pay online but only in USD.
Q. I only wanted to know whether the payment can be made in equivalent Indian Rupee from my NRI Account Debit Card, or I have to make the payment through an international Credit Card (for example issued in Saudi Arabia). I would appreciate if you could please clarify this.?
A. Payments have to be made in USD only. INR payment will be rejected. Candidates from Nepal and Bhutan only can pay equivalent INR.
Q: Can I get refund in my bank account in India ?
A. Yes, provided that the bank account within India is of type NR-O.
Part- F Application Form Filling
- Question : Can I update mandatory fields in the application form after submission?
Answer : No. Once mandatory fields are filled and application submitted, it cannot be changed. Also it may be noted that in any case, you cannot submit the online application form, without filling the mandatory fields.
- Question : Do I need to send the printed hard copy and any other documents through post? OR Is submission of online application sufficient for seat allocation?
Answer : No, you are not required to send hard copy/any other document to DASA office. The
printed and signed copy of the submitted online application form is not required by DASA office. Only online submission of the application (along with scanned copy of requisite documents, photograph and signature to be uploaded as mentioned in the brochure) is sufficient. However, the applicants can download and print a copy of submitted application form for their records. All the original documents including the signed hard copy of application form must be produced at the time of reporting for admission at the respective Institute (where the students gets admission) for verification.
- Question : Do you require photographs in application?
Answer : YES. A recent passport size photograph (JPG format of size < 100kB) needs to be uploaded.
- Question : Can we send the hard copy of the application and documents through courier?
Answer : The hard copy of application form or other documents is not required to be send to DASA.
- Question : Which browser is compatible for filling the online form for DASA admission?
Answer : For filling the form we recommend Chrome version 18.0 or Firefox version 11.x.
Internet Explorer (IE) is not recommended.
- Question : I have not applied online in April- May 2016 can I apply for Round 4 ?
Answer : New applicants are allowed in Round 4. Please see Section 2.6.3.4 of Admission Brochure for details.
- Question : I have not applied online in April- May 2016 can I apply for Spot Round?
Answer : New applicants are allowed in Spot Round. Please see Section 2.6.5 of Admission Brochure for details.
- Question : I have withdrawn my application can I re-register for Round 4 ?
Answer : Yes applicants who have declined their allotments or withdrawn their applications are eligible to re-register for Round 4. Please see Section 2.6.3.4 of Admission Brochure for details.
- Question : I have withdrawn my application can I re-register for Spot Round?
Answer : Yes applicants who have declined their allotments or withdrawn their applications are eligible to re-register for Spot Round. Please see Section 2.6.5 of Admission Brochure for details.
- Question : How manyy maximum choices of institute/branch can be made in the form? Is it mandatory to fill all or we could fill less choices from the maximum number permitted.?
Answer : No limit, however you may include as many you want.
11) Question: With reference to DASA 2016 Admission, we are staying in U.A.E and my daughter studying in Class 12. If She wanted to admit for collage admission through DASA. She cleared her SAT Subject test with excellent score. We go through DASA website for online application and come to know that we have to open an account for Online application which start from 1st April 2016 but we could not found any link for account creation. please help us how to open an account for DASA 2016 admission.
And also please advice us what is the procedure for sending SAT Score to NIT Srinagar through Collage Board
Answer: The online application will be visible starting from 1st April. The procure to fill the application is available in the brochure and the details of filling in the form is given there.
Once you have given SAT you have to mention the Institutional College ID of NIT
Srinagar to College Board USA so that they can send the score directly to us. Incase you havent done yet, you can contact College Board USa and inform them to send the SAT score of the candidate to National Institute of Technology Srinagar (J&K). Institution ID: 7283.
Part- G Miscellaneous queries
- Question : Can you help us in getting Visa?
Answer : All selected Foreign nationals must obtain a valid student visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be obtained by producing the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian Missions located in their respective country. It will be the responsibility of the candidate to arrange appropriate visa, and DASA does not play any role in arranging Visa.
- Question : I wish to know name of top 3 NITs and about the SAT score needed for admission in those top 3 NIT college, and together total cost of 4 years study?
Answer : DASA-2016 cannot advice on the ranking of Institutes. The seats in the Institutes will be allotted based on SAT score and choice of the candidate taken together. Please see the DASA-2016 brochure for details of seat allotment and the fee structure.
- Question : I am looking for PhD admission in architecture/planning under NRI category. Can you please help me in this regard?
Answer : DASA-2016 does not facilitate admissions for PhD. Please visit the DASA website for
available courses and disciplines.
- Question : I need some information regarding DASA. My son is studying in Singapore. Can he get admission in second year in under graduation. He studied diploma in Singapore.
Answer : DASA-2016 provides admission in the first year only. At present there is no provision of admission in second year for diploma holders.
- Question : I am an Indian student studying in Nepal, I hold an Indian passport but in my passport there is middle name but in my qualifying exam there is no middle name will it be okay to apply for DASA 2016?
Answer : Ideally the name in the qualifying exam, passport, SAT score and other documents should be exactly same. However, in above case, you must get a certificate/endorsement from your school authorities.
Part-H Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWG)
1.In which round 1/3 reserved category of CIWG is to be reverted to 2/3 quota if not filled?
Answer: Within the spot round. Therefore if the non-CIWG candidates want to compete for the reverted CIWG seats (General quota) for Spot Round, the candidates are advised to opt for CIWG seats as well besides seats of their own category while choice filling in Spot Round. However, they will have to pay the fee of the category of which they belong.
- If someone applies to CIWG but is not eligible, however he/she is eligible for NRI category. Whether application is to be considered under NRI? Matter may please be discussed in the light of fee requirements also, at the time of registration.
Answer: Candidate will have separate option for CIWG or NRI or both. In case candidate opts for both categories then he/she will have to pay fee applicable to NRI category (i.e. 4300 USD). Later on if candidate gets seat under CIWG, the additional amount due will be refunded as per rules.
- What proof is to be provided for CIWG category?
Answer: Appendix III which will be available in brochure has to be given, signed by the employer and also passport copy, visa copy, work permit (if any) of the parent working in Gulf.
- In case the seats of CIWG category are exhausted during counselling, whether candidate is eligible for other 2/3 quota?
Answer: Yes incase the candidate has opted for both CIWG as well as NRI (Indian students who have done their 11th and 12th outside India) and have paid full fee (4300 USD).
- Whether a candidate belonging to CIWG category is to be allowed in case candidate has done 11th and 12th outside Gulf country.
Answer: Yes, Candidate should qualify 11th and 12th from outside India. Academic eligibility remains same as in case of other DASA candidates.
- What is the Eligibility of CIWG ?
Answer: A candidate should have done 11th and 12th outside India and either of the parent should be working in a Gulf Country.
- How much I have to pay for CIWG category ?
Answer: Such a candidate has to make a payment of USD 300 as registration fee (non- refundable) and USD 700 towards tuition fee for one semester.
- I am an Indian national working in Dubai. My son got admission in NIT in 2015 under DASA scheme. Kindly advise whether the new rule of USD 700/- fee per semester for children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWG) is applicable to us. Last year I had paid UAS 8,000/- per annum.
Answer: We are coordinating admissions for year 2016, therefore we cannot comment regarding previous admissions.
- What shall be the admission procedure? Do we need to apply separately online or when we apply through DASA 2016, will there be any column to specify under CIWG we wish to take our admission?
Answer: Admission procedure is same. You will need to apply through the portal only which will be available from 1st April 2016. You do not have to apply separately but will have an option to choose the category.
- Can a student apply under both JEEMAINS on merit basis and DASA quota?
Answer: DASA is a separate admission procedure and does not have any involvement with JEE MAINS.
- The Appendix III is asking the employer to certify that the employee working in Gulf with child name and Passport No. The employer will certify the employee working in their organization (without child name & passport No. ). The reason behind this is Passport Number changes whenever the employee renew the passport and they don’t certify the child name as they feel that the child does not involve in employment of the employee.
Answer:
- Parent Employment Contract Copy, Employment Continuation letter from Employer equivalent to Appendix-III as proof that the parent is working in gulf country (for CIWG category) with a period of working.
- Appendix II present on our website, which will be co-related with Passport copy of Candidate.
Part- I: Real Life Queries
Please note that the Gulf NRIs have two options in DASA Admission Portal: 1) Apply only for CIWG Seats 2) Apply for both CIWG and Normal seats. Choose the option per your preference.
The major change in DASA scheme for 2016-17 is allocation of 1/3 seats for Gulf NRIs (CIWG) and resident Indian fee ($700 per semester) is applicable for these seats. For non-CIWG seats, the applicable fee of $4000 per sem is applicable.
The best scores of PCM shall be considered by DASA. Please note that it is not necessary that all 3 subjects are given in a single day. Even if all 3 subject tests tests are given in a single day, if a candidate had best score in Maths in Oct, Phy in Nov and Chemistry in Dec, all the best scores from Oct, Nov & Dec shall be considered together by DASA.
Choice Filling Sequence :
Normal
(Non-CIWG)
1) Apply for 1/3 options (say 1-10th choice out of your total 30 (assumed)) for colleges/branches that look slightly difficult to get. There is obviously no need for colleges/branches that had cut-off of 2400 and if your score is 2250.
2) Apply for middle 1/3 options (say 11-20th ) for colleges/branches where you could just about get the seat last year or you are expected to get seat this year.
3) Apply for last 1/3 options (say 21-30th ) for colleges/branches where you could very easily get the seat last year or you are expected to get easily this year. Please understand the importance of these last choices just like top/middle choices. There were occasions in previous years where the cut-off suddenly jumped by 40-50 points. Students who had not planned for this eventuality/didn’t apply for lower tier colleges were not allotted any institute because of very few choices given by them on the portal. I strongly suggest to utilize as many choices as possible.
CIWG Candidates
Choice filling for both CIWG and Normal seats would be very personal affair. This involves the financial background of the person, the amount of love towards money or quality etc etc. However, examples could be given, say for CSE (just example, do not treat it as my personal preference- I really wish all to think about their own background and choose- there are no good templates)
Choice 1-9: CIWG CSE: DTU, NITK, NITT, NITW, IIITD, NSIT, NITK-IT, DTU-IT, DTU-SE (hypothetical reasoning: I am a north Indian and say my child has reservations to go to NITC)
Choice 10-14: Normal CSE: DTU, NITK, NITT, NITW, IIITD (Suppose I want SVNIT/VNIT/MNNIT-CIWG better than NSIT-normal, So NSIT not included)
Choice 15-21: CIWG CSE: VNIT, SVNIT, MNNIT,MNIT, NITD, PEC, IIIT-A
Choice 22-29 Normal: NSIT, VNIT, SVNIT, MNNIT,MNIT, NITD, PEC, IIIT-A
Choice 30-36: CIWG CSE:NIT-Dgp, NIT-Rk, NIT-H,NIT-Kuru, NIT-Jal, MANIT, NIT-Goa
Queries for IIIT-Hyd
In this regard, please note my following personal views:
- Non-CIWG Candidates: IIIT Hyd CSE is better than all colleges under DASA scheme. If you have score of 2370 onwards- you can hope to get CSE branch this year.
- I do not suggest any branch other than CSE in IIITH (CLD, ECE etc. etc.). If you have done some research on these 5 year-branches then , please go ahead (I respect your views but please respect my right to have different position in this regard)
- Those students who have scored less than 2300 in SAT2 and somehow hoping to get into IIIT-Hyd CLD/CND/XYZ); please note: the academic pressure and demand in IIIT-Hyd is very high and students below 2300 score typically would find extremely difficult to survive. This fact is very difficult to explain to parents since as parents we naturally over-estimate the capabilities of our wards.
- CIWG Candidates: If you get into NITK, DTU, NITT, IIITD, NITW, NSIT please save your $$$$ and choose DASANIT over IIITH. Obviously, if you are financially well-off and do not care much about $$$$, you really don't need any advice what to choose- IIITH is a good option. If you can't get into these NITs, you probably cannot get into IIITH- so the comparison is even not required.
Dear Sir,
1. can NRI student write COMDEK test in Karnataka and secure a seat in colleges in Bangalore based on entrance test merit instead of under management quota ? The website is not clear. I have sent the application form for 5th May 12 test.
2. Which are good private colleges for mechanical engineering in Bangalore ?
Regards,
1) Yes, you can get a normal seat.
2) Do not track city level institutes.
How long does it take for SAT scores to be received by NITK? What is the minimum time I should keep in hand since the last date of submission is May 29?
DASA have already declared that the candidates can give SAT2 exam upto May- so no worries. You would have to provide NITK code while registering for SAT2 exam so that the score would go electronically from CollegeBoard to NITK.
Sir,
I have finished my AISSCE examinations and right now.. witing for the results… I have taken the SAT-2 Tests twice… and all together the maximum Aggregate was 2090. I am looking for an admission in Computer science at NITC. Will I be able to get it?
I have another question as well… I would prefer to get a refund If I qualify to NITC via AIEEE or KEAM 2012….
Will I be able to do so?
Your score could be fine for NIT-C. After applying under DASA, the refund amount depends at the stage when you ask for refund. If you are allotted a seat of one of your choice, there would be a deduction. Please refer to DASA brochure for exact rules.
I have attempted the SAT II test twice..and I am going to attempt it for the third time next month. Should I send scores of all the 3 tests through DASA to NIT-K and they would be selecting the highest score?? Or should I myself select the highest score through College Board and send it?
Select what you would prefer to send.
Dear RT.
congratulations and thankyou for the wonderful work u r doing through your blog.
My son who is an US citizen with OCI is doing his 11th grade in India and he will be seeking admission through DASA scheme in 2013-2014. While going through some of the posts I have a doubt regarding his eligibility criteria,According to the DASA brochure 2012 he meets the criteria according to my understanding.But u had commented that PIO 's have to study abroad for 2 yrs to satisfy the criteria..please spare the time to clarify my doubt. as he has already started his preparations for SAT 2 exam
Please disregard my old posts as they referred to then DASA rules. DASA have revised rules to allow OCI/FN to do their 11/12 from anywhere.
You have mentioned that DASA has revised rules to allow OCI/FN to do their 11/12 from anywhere. Do you also mean that PIOs who have done 11/12th from India – are also eligible for DASA.
PIOs included; can do 11/12 from anywhere (incl India)
It clearly states in the DASA brochure that, 'In case of Indian Nationals studying abroad they must have had
at least 2 (two) years of education in a Foreign country and must pass the qualifying examination (inclusive of
11th and 12th standard or equivalent) from abroad only.'. So no, PIO's with 11/12th from India are not eligible.
PIO (Persons of Indian Origin) is used for Indians settled abroad with another country's passport). Indian residents living abroad with Indian passports are NRIs.
i am actually a studious student but unfortunately i may get less than xy% in PCM….however i got 2300 in SAT2……so is there any hope for me to get in through DASA?……..shoud i even apply??……i really want to get in NIT allahabad.or NIT warangal……and if not ..can u please advise?
-hopeless student
No need to be tensed as the XII results are not out yet. I am very confident that your scores would be fine. The secret of life is not to worry too much about 0.01% probability events.
I have a score of 2340 in SAT II exam. I am a Canadian citizen (canadian passport holder) holding an OCI card. I have done my 11th from and just gave CBSE XII BOARD EXAMS.
1. Am i eligible for DASA? DTU?
2. I am hoping for around 93 – 95% in CBSE XII BOARD EXAMS, can i get SPDC scholarship? If yes, how much?
3.* Holding an OCI card puts me under which category…. PIO or FN or NRI??? Since, OCI is not given as a separate category in some places.
4. This is a general question, i am a hardcore video gamer. Am i allowed to take a tv or some screen, and a PLaystation 3 to my hostel?
Lastly, thanks a lot for this blog rt, a lot of people have benefitted from this as no one from most colleges or univ's respond to queries.
1) Not eligible for DASA. DTU rules for 2012 are not out but also requires 5 years outside india out of last 7 years.
2) for SPDC, pl follow below links. 95% looks good.
http://www.edcilindia.co.in/
http://moia.gov.in/services.aspx?id1=45&id=m4&idp=45&mainid=23
3) PIO
4) Only some colleges have restrictions on laptops like things in 1st year- otherwise gaming is quite popular in tech institues- only difference being students write codes to design games.
kindly explain to me why i am not eligible for DASA. OCI card holder are eligible. ALso there is no restriction for from where one does his 11th, 12th unless u r an NRI.
DASA have changed rule, OCI/FN can study anywhere.
Hey!
Im an NRI. I just gave my cbse board exam and did pretty bad in it. Due to viral fever, my exams went bad. I will surely get above 60% but I dont think I will be getting 60% in individual subjects. I have scored 2200 in SAT II. And dream of getting into NITs and prefer VNIT Nagpur more. I dont want my dreams to be crushed. Or should I write improvement exams and get new mark sheet by 15th September 2012?
Or can you recommend any other colleges? I dont want to lose an year.
Please do reply. Thank You
First thing first- try to get in touch with NITK to know more about the exact rules since it is a matter of a budding career. The info I try to post here is generic in nature and doesn’t substitute any specific requirements.
Now, in my personal opinion, 60% is an aggregate requirement (not subject-wise). Your SAT scores are good enough to get your stated pref.
Am an Indian citizen. Child has a foreign passport. He completed his10th studies in India and intends to join a school in India for his 11,12th studies. Going by current DASA guidelines… will he be eligible for DASA.
No. Starting from this year, doing 11/12 from abroad is essential.
Can you pls advise where i could access the latest DASA guidelines.
As per the 2011-12 DASA guidelines (pasted below): my son, who is a PIO (with US passport), should qualify for DASA on completion of 11, 12th …even if it is done in India.
————–"Candidates must be Foreign Nationals / Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) studying in any country (including India) / Indian Nationals studying abroad. In case of Indian Nationals studying abroad they must have had at least 3 (three) years of education in a Foreign country during the last 6 (six) years and must pass the qualifying examination (inclusive of 11th and 12th standard or equivalent) from abroad only".————
For 2012 DASA rules, pl refer below link
http://www.dasanit.org/
Sir,
We are in Oman and my son has just finished 10th -CBSE- in Oman. He will continue his 11 and 12 here. Since he has to take SAT 2 for admission in to NIT's from when he should start giving tests. He has no exposure to SAT 2 tests but he does well in school exams bordering on 90% + in MPC.
Thanks in advance.
Nice to know about yourself. Your son can start start giving tests as soon as he enters 12th std- most of the syllabus is only upto 11th std for SAT2 subjects.
Sir,
My daughter was studing kg-1 to 10th CBSE board in Dubai. Now she is studying her 11th grade in India. Is she eligible to write AIEEE/NEET/IIT-JEE ?
Your daughter would certainly be eligible to write IITJEE/AIEEE/NEET (or any central exam for that matter) if done 11/12 from India. Only restriction is for appearing in state exams for engg/medical as some states ask for minm 4/5 years of education in that state.
Sir, my son's SAT 2 score is 2110 with breakdown PHY 660 Chem 740 MAth2 710 in first attempt. Would it be enough for CSE in NIT Warangal? Or does he have to try and boost his scores again?
With the given scores, it shall be touch and go situation. Suggest to re-take atleast physics exam and if convenient Maths as well since there is more scope for improvement in these subjects.
Thnaks for the Advice. What about Chemical Engineering? Is 2110 enough for that? Which NIT
would be best for Chemical Engineering?
Good chance to get chem in NIT-W. For chem, NITK>NITT>NITW=NITC
last year cutoff for CSE was 2020 according to my scources. so i think it would be good to give NITW a try.
My daughter's sat 2 score is 2040. Is she eligible to get Architecture in any Southern NITs? Aso does she need to appear for NATA 2012 to get admission in NIT?
There are about 12 DASA seats for arch in NITT and NITC put together. Therefore, the cut-off SAT2 scores could differ to a large extent for any year. Based on the last year scores, your scores could be fine, however, there would be more candidates this year as DASA eligibility has been reduced to 2 years and generally SAT2 scores are better from last year.
My name is Rashid and I am a student who currently passed into the XII grade. I want to know what a good score in SAT II is to get a seat in Chemical Engineering in NIT-Calicut. Also what is the ideal time to write the sat exam?
>1900. I won’t say there is any ideal time to write SAT2, The exam is conducted 7-8 times in a year and you can try 2 times while you are in 12th std.
What is the cutoff score for Computer Science in NIT Calicut?
>2150
Thanks for valuable services.I have a doubt on SAT II exam.My son got total score of 1990 in the first attempt with break down of MATHS 610,PHYSICS 690and CHEMISTRY 690.If he tries the second attempt and get score of 1910 with break down of MATHS 690,PHYSICS 610 and CHEMISTRY 610.Question is whether DASA will consider the top individual marks as MATHS 690,PHYSICS 690and CHEMISTRY 690 with total of 2070 or nor
DASA would consider best scores in individual subjects. For example if someone gets PCM scores of 800,700,600 in first attempt; 600,800,700 in 2nd attempt, the best subject scores of 800,800,700 would be considered.
My son is studying in India however we stay abroad, hence my son is an NRI student. Is he eligible to sit for SAT – II exams.
For eligibility under DASA scheme, the candidate has to pass 11 & 12th from abroad. Therefore, even though he can appear for SAT 2 exam, but won’t be eligble for DASA if that is what you are interested in. However, please note that many states have 5% NRI seats (non-NITs) when parents are working in Gulf, even though the student can be studying in India. You would have to search for the state body for more info that regulates admissions to technical institutes in the concerned state..
Sir, how much do I need in SAT2 to get chemical engineering at NIT Surathkal ?
>2250
Sir My daughter has obtained 2040 in SAT 2 exam. So will she be able to obtain admission for IIT Madras in Aerospace Engineering?
IIT admissions is only through IIT JEE exam and SAT score doesn’t help in any way.
My SAT 2 score is 2040. can you tell me whether I'l get Aeronautical at IIT Surathkal? If not can you tell me the name of other colleges under DASA Scheme at where I can do Aeronautical?
Under DASA, PEC offers Aero branch. However, SAT score of about 2300 would be needed.
Sir
May I know how much Sat score is required to get ECE In NITK? I have two choices either NITK Through DASA or MIT in NRI quota. What is the fees for NRIs in MIT Manipal? Also which college is better, MIT or NITK? Thanks a lot!
SAT score of about 2350 or higher is expected this year for ECE in NIT-K MIT fee is about $9K per year. Frankly, comparing NITK with MIT is like comparing apples with potatos. Please take some time to compare the rankings of the two colleges and you would know what I mean.
Hello,
Could someone kindly clarify the curriculum difference in Computer Science Engg and IT Engg branches? Also is either of those 2 superior over the other career prospectswise? Please help.
Regards,
Bharathi.
If you take IITJEE exam as OCI(Foreign National) residing in India for 4 years and get selected what fees you have to pay ?. Is there any special quota for OCI in IIT's ?
If any applicant cracks IITJEE/AIEEE/AIPMT, he/she just needs to pay normal resident fees. No seats whatesover for NRI/OCI/FN in IITs.
My son was born in India however has OCI status now. Studied abroad until 8th then IGCSE (9th & 10th) from Pune/India. He is going for IBDP from India. Since he will not be eligibel for DASA what options he has to take take AIEEE exam or get admissions to top NIT's in India?.
Frankly there are two options
1) Continue study in India: Study harder to crack AIEEE or settle for a private college (VIT, Thapar/Manipal) by managaement quota
2) Study abroad 11/12 and apply for DASA.
Sir.
can u please tell me what is a decebt sat score neded to get in NIT warangal for chemical engineering.(even d other brances if possible)
SAT score of 2050 should be fine for this year.
Sir,
Firstly I would like to say that your blog has helped me clear a lot of queries about the DASA Scheme and the NRI quota,thanx a lot. My problem is that I did grade 8-10 abroad, but grade 11 in India and then again grade 12 abroad, so do I qualify for DASA? My results of two main year grade 10 and 12 are from abroad, its just the grade 11 that's making me doubtful.
Below message is from DASANIT.org. It says that 11/12 should be from abroad.
“The residential requirement for DASA 2012-13 is relaxed from 3 years to 2 years for NRI candidates with a additional condition that candidate must pass the qualifying examination (inclusive of 11th and 12th standard or equivalent) from abroad only for the DASA 2012-13 admissions. “
Dear Sir ,
I am studying in Dubai , Grade 11 , What is the process for registering for SAT 2 if I want to appear in May 2012 ?
Please follow below link to know more about SAT2 exam. Collegeboard.com conducts SAT exam and have all info about registration for the exam.
http://rajtyagi.com/2010/03/sat-ii-subject-tests-everything-about-it/
I have a SAT score 1750.Is it sufficient for getting Computer engineering in NIT Calicut.Also Will i have any preference since I am a keralite.
Dear John, you would need about 2050 to get CSE in NIT-C. No preference to Keralites (DASA is region-less, caste-less, religion-less scheme)
Hello sir,
I got a 2380 in SAT subject tests. I am currently doing International Baccaulaureate. What are my chances of getting into NITW for CSE
First of all Congratulations for scoring 2380. You can get whatever you want (branch/college).
the problem is that my IB exams occur on may/June 2012 and we get our final grades on 6th july. I would like to know if i am eligible to apply with predicted grades that are based on my past performance given out by th school.
DASA rules for the 12th result date are per following. I really don’t see a big issue in your case- you could try contacting dasanit.org to hear from horse’s mouth.
“Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination with the above-mentioned compulsory subjects by 25th May
2012 and expecting their final results latest by 15th September 2012 may also apply.”
Dear Sir,
I do not see NIT Delhi in the seat matrix. Is it not operational yet? If it is currently running, how do you rate it compared to already established NITs?
Also, kindly let me know the admission procedure for PIOs at NSIT, Delhi (Netaji Subhash Chandra Institute of Technology, Delhi).
Thanks,
Bharathi.
NIT-Delhi has no campus yet (I guess even no land allotted till date). It is being run from NIT-Warangal and therefore, NIT-Delhi has not yet started taking DASA candidates. PIO (NRI’s/FN) have no seats reserved in NSIT. DTU (DCE) is an excellent option for Delhites, especially those interested to do Mechanical Engg and CSE.
Dear Sir,
I totally agree with you that DTU is the best choice for PIOs. But my son who is a PIO is studying his +2 in India. So I guess he is not eligible to apply under any DASA category.As per their last year guidelines, a PIO should complete his +2 from abroad, how ever,a FN could complete his +2 from India. I did not receive clear response when I called DTU. Please correct me if I am wrong. Also kindly let me know if there are any PIO students with +2 from India got admission in DTU. I would love my son to go to DTU.Your reply is greatly valued. Thank you sir.
Regards,
Bharathi.
Your son , a PIO, studying in India will not be eligible for DTU per last year’s rules. However, he would be eligible to apply under DASA scheme for admissions to NIT (DTU has nothing to do with DASA scheme). Following is the rule for DTU for NRI/PIO’s
Only those Non Resident Indians/PIO students who have studied from schools or colleges in foreign
countries and passed the qualifying examinations i.e. second year Pre-university or XII standard
or equivalent examination from a recognized university/Board will be eligible.
r/sir thanks for very useful information for dasa
my query is about fee structure &refund policy
it is mention the fees for the first year 7000us $ but for the second/third/forth year not mention in dasa scheme
and what is the refund policy if you can help me regarding this information for 2012/2013 .
thanks
The fee will remain the same for 4 years i.e $7k or as applicable at that time.
Refund rules are something like this (you can confirm this from dasanit.org)
1) Withdraw application before 30 June: Full refund
2) Seat allotted but not taken: 75% refund
3) Seat/admission taken: 50% refund.
R/SIR , THANKS FOR PROVIDING USEFUL INFORMATION TO STUDENTS/PARENTS. THIS YEAR 2012 DASA ADMISSION PROCESS IS BEING CO ORDINATED BY NITK & LAST DATE FOR SPOT ADMISSION IS JUL 30 2012. WHERE I HAVE TO BE PRESENT ON THAT DAY AT NITK OR OTHER NITS .I WILL BE THANK FUL IF YOU WILL PROVIDE ME THIS INFORMATION.
For normal DASA admissions (1/2/3rd list), the candidates would have to report directly to the alloted college. In case of spot admissions last year, the 2 locations were as following
The Venue for SPOT admission:
1) NITK Surathkal
Surathkal
Mangalore 575 025
Phone : 0824-2474085
2) NIT Transit Guest House
A-1/267 Safdarjung Enclave
Near Kamal Cinema/NDMA Bhavan)
New Delhi – 110029
Phone: 011-46023660,011-41828487
Dear Sir,
Thanks for your service to NRI community. My son got SAT II scores of 1990. He will apply for DASA 2012-13. His first choice is CSE at NITW. After that CSE or IT at NITK. Could you kindly let me know what his chances at NITW or NITK are? If we don’t get the desired seat, can we forego the offer in the first list and wait for second and third list etc. Or is it advisable to take whatever is offered in the first list?Can we upgrade later? What is the sliding process in DASA? Thanks for your response.Regards,
Bharathi
Last year- NIT W, CSE 1st list cut-off was 2010 so the score of 1990 is a borderline case considering the general scoring has been very good this year. NITK-IT is a possibility. I would suggest to try one or more time to re-appear in SAT2 test and improve scores to about 2150 (re-taking SAT2 is allowed)
It is NOT advisable to take whatever one gets in the first list- if not satisfied with the college/branch in the first list, do not confirm the seat and indicate preference for 2nd list. I would not suggest to risk going for the 3rd list/spot admissions as the good colleges could be filled-up at that time unless the scores are less than 1800.
From your good self we understand that there is no NRI quota under DASA Scheme; However, there is 5% state NRI quota for NIT admissions. Do you know the initial route to apply for such quota, please?
Please keep up this good work. Thanks.
Let me clarify
1) DASA scheme (mostly NITs) is for NRIs whose children have completed 3 years abroad studies incl 11/12
2) 5% state seats are for state colleges and not NITs (which are central colleges and are covered under DASA). Not all states have it. Even NRI children studying in India are eligible.
3) Some colleges like DCE (now DTU), IIIT-Hyd have their own scheme. Most private colleges also have their own schemes (like VIT, Manipal,Thapar etc)
My father is in abroad since 2009(3 years). But I have started my study in abroad since 2010(completed 2 years). I have completed my XI and appearing XII(this year). Am I eligible for DASA-2012.
3 years study abroad is required for DASA. You may, however, try 5% state seats for NRIs that I noted below in one of the response.
Sir, I am a bit confused about the minimum SAT score. While the minimum score is 1800, how do some students having 1440 manage to get spot admission?
The criteria of minm score of 1800 was relaxed at later stage in 2011. For the year 2012, the minm score is fixed at 1440.
sir/madam,
I am a srilankan(PIO), my question is that after sitting for sat ii have i got to do AIEEE, to get to NIT's.
—-PRANESH——
PIOs cannot give AIEEE exam. However for DASA, the student only need to pass 12th exam and get 1800 in SAT 2 exams (PCM). No need to appear for AIEEE exam.
Dear Sir,
My son is doing his 11h grade in CBSE,When is the ideal time for him to take SAT 2 subject tests.Can u give the present ranking of the top NIT'S.Is calicut NIT good for Mech Engg
The good time to appear for SAT 2 exam is in May/June and Oct/Nov while in 12th std. Regarding ranking of various colleges there is a separate post while the branches do not have any dedicated ranking by any agency.
sir,
I am studying 1st electronics engg at NIT T ;got admitted through the dasa scheme 2011.But my interest was in mechanical engg. My question to you is can i apply for dasa scheme2012 with the same SAT 2 scores of this year… & apply for NIT surat where u would get mech engg for my score in dasa scheme 2011… or should i be writing SAT2 again.
ALTERNATIVELY… can i change to mechanical engg to surat in the second year.. without having to repeat the first year again…..
please advice.
DASA Scheme doesn’t have any mechanism to change the college in 2nd year. However, on your personal front you can try with NIT-S if you can find any ‘pull’.
DASA Scheme hasn’t given any clarity if the scores of last year could be used. However, purely going by SAT 2 exam, the scores are valid for 2 years and therefore you could try in first year-provided you can give reasonable justification of the lost year. Suggest that you get in touch with DASANIT.org with your querries.
Hi
I am working in Dubai for last six years while my son is doing +2 in Chennai and is apperaing for final exams in 2012 March. he studied all his schooling in Chennai. Is he eligible for DASA quota?
DASA requires studying class 11-12 in a foreign country so your son would not be eligible in DASA. However, there are many states (including Mah) that provides 5% seats for children whose parents are working in gulf. Please go thru the website of technical univ that controls technical edu/colleges of the state in which you are interested to find out more details.
Hi,
Regarding this 5% NRI Quota, does it apply Resident Fees in INR, or non-resident fees in USD ?
Does it help to have some AIEEE or MHT-CET Score, even if one does not have a SAT Score?
If you have noit specially prepared for SAT, but only for AIEEE, should you appear in the JUNE SAT? What would be the advice for an average student — not a topper etc — i.e. 60 to 85% range in CBSE.
Thanks,
The 5% NRI seats in many State institutes have a separate NRI fee structure, quite matching with DASA fees.
The scheme doesn’t require at all to appear for state entrance exam, even not SAT scores..
As I have noted previously, please go through the concerned state regulatory board’s rules before applying to state-level 5% NRI seats.
SIR I AM A 11TH GRADER AND INTERESTED TO GET INTO NIT CALICUT..CAN I KNOW THE MINIMUM SAT 2 CUT OFF MARKS FOR NITC..
The minimum cut-off for any NIT would be 1800 aggregate score in all 3 subjects. However, you have enough time (being in 11 grade) so why don’t try getting scores above 2200 and get any branch as you like.
Dear sir,
Iam a oci card holder can I write aieee exam.if so under foreign category or Indian category
While NRIs are eligible to write AIEEE /IIT JEE/AIPMT/NEET exams, however PIO’s/OCIs can only write IITJEE as AIEEE/AIPMT is open for Indian Nationals only. Where NRI/PIOs/OCI can appear for some of these exams, however, there is no separate quota for them in these exams. PIO/ OCIs have to mention “Foreign” category in the application form for IITJEE.
@NSR and @RT
Here is the DEFINITION of FOREIGN NATIONAL as per MHT-CET2012 Brochure:
————
‘Foreign Nationals’ means Citizens of all countries other than India, who are not of Indian origin
as defined under PIO.
———
So clearly since OCI / PIO is given only to people whose parents were of Indian Origin, the OCI/PIO Holders are supposed to write "INDIAN" if the only other choice is FOREIGNER, and there is no choice of PIO or OCI. Government officials themselves told that OCI = Almost DUAL CITIZENSHIP. Almost because there is no voting right or right to stand in election. Also, OCI guarantees parity of educational rights with NRIs. Considering all these, and lcak of proper direction, it is lawful and prudent to write NATIONAL there. This is my interpretation.
Thanks,
Dear Sir,
I am going to attempt SAT2 on 2nd December 2011.From what is the minimum marks required for the admission for Mechanical engg?
In top NIT’s (NIT-K,NIT-T), you would need a PCM score of about 2300. A score of 2200 is decent to get admissions to rest of the NITs.
hello sir great website i have some questions hope you will reply
1.would i be eligible if i give my 12th exams in june whose results will be in august
2.was all the seats occupied in 2011
3.is it very hard to get admission if your sat score is below 2000
thankyou in advance
maniv
1) The requirements of DASA scheme cannot be fulfilled if your result comes in August. Having said that, you can still try for exceptions from dasanit.org and try your luck.
2) Not all the seats were filled last year (just about 60% filled). However, all the seats are filled of top 5-6 NITs and rest of them only get top branches filled.
3) It is fine if the SAT scores are above 1800.
My father is an NRI and I am doing my 12th grade AP(Advanced Placement) exams from College Board and one A level exam. My subjects are Maths (A level), Physics (AP) and Chemistry (AP). My teachers are saying that since I am doing APs there is no need of doing SAT II (also from College Board).
I want to know whether I need to do SAT II, to qualify for DASA scheme or doing APs is enough.
It is MUST to have SAT 2 scores for DASA scheme. In some US colleges, they don’t need SAT 2 scores if you are doing AP but DASA admission procedure is independent.
Has any one have information for the DASA 2012-13 ?
DASA scheme details are generally announced in Feb. But DASA scheme being a online process and quite well setlled since last two years, I would think the details could come earlier just like AIEEE/ IITJEE process in Dec.
sir,
i am a student of nit trichy 1st year EEE…. & i dont seem to get along well in this place.i wanted to know if i can shift to Nit surathkal.. for my 2nd year(1st year being common for everyone)… if not possible for applying again next year through DASA should i write sat2 again or my previous sat2 marks can be taken into account??
please comment!!
Shifting to another NIT in 2nd year is not part of DASA admission process and would involve some good justification and “pull”. As for going to NIT-K in 1st year as new admission should be possible and your past SAT2 score should also be acceptable.
Even then you would need to justify a blank yearto DASA (which shouldn’t be difficult)- therefore I suggest that you get in touch with DASANIT.ORG. I personally know that DASA authorities are genuine people, very professional and would certainly advice you on the right course of action.
Good luck.
Hi Aaron ,
Any specific reasons for not liking NIT Trichy ? Being an ex NIT Trichy Graduate (’86) im curious .
I found this website very useful especially the information about sat II cut-off scores. I have some queries.
1.As I am opting for CSE which one would be good for me ? NIT Durgapur or NIT Warangal?
2. I have heard that IIT is now accepting foreign students but the iitjee website doesn’t show any seats in foreign category, so is it true? If yes what is the minimum mark the foreign students selected for IIT got?
3.Finally, is nit increasing its fee every year? and is there any chance that the no . of seats under DASA scheme or requirements can be changed? I understand you cannot give the official answer but since you have been closely watching the admission trend , hope you can give some guesses.
Thanks,
Samit
Kathmandu, Nepal
1) If you have no personal preference for location, NIT-W has higher ranking amongst the two.
2) IIT s do not have any quota for foreign students or NRI. All admissions are thru IITJEE exam.
3) DASA fee was increased only last year- so hike this year is not expected (unless inflation breaks all records in coming months or NITs become too greedy). There are ample seats under DASA for deserving candidates.
I am a student of Grade 12 and will be appearing for the CBSE board examination this year.I have taken the SAT II earlier this month and secured a total of 2300 in total with 800 in Maths Level 2, 770 in Chemistry and 730 in Physics. Do you think that this is sufficient for admission into NIT Trichy and Suratkal for branches such as Electronics & Communication, Mechanical and Chemical Engg? Also, i would like to know in what range my class 12 marks should be ideally for DASA scheme.
Dear Aditya,
You deserve kudos for scoring SAT2 score of 2300 in first attempt. Last year, NIT-K, ECE and Mech required a score of 2310 so you are on the borderline. Getting admissions to rest of NITs should not be an issue. No harm in improving the scores as it will increase your options. 12th Board marks are not really imporatant for DASA (except getting min 60%). My estimated range of your performance in 12th std is between 90-94%. Keep it up.
Firstly, I would like to convey my heartfelt thanks to you Mr. Raj, for taking out valuable time to share priceless information to aspirants like myself. I have been following your personal blog and have also secured valuable information regarding the SAT II exam. Hats off to you and please keep up the fantastic efforts.
Apart from this, i would like to know if it would be necessary to give the Physics Test again in order to improve the score, as i am probably not assured of the seat I aspire for as of now.
Dear Aditya,
It is good to know that you found the blog useful. As far as re-taking of any SAT Subject Test is considered for DASA, you can improve your score as many times as you like (however, I personally think re-taking more than 3 times would not improve scores significantly.). Go for it- I strongly suggest taking the exam (even individual tests of PCM) twice for the best bang for the hardwork.
Thank you for the reply
Is there any publication that clearly indicates about this ?If do please pass it on as it will be very helpful
The best info can be had from the concerned NIT where your son is studying. I remember to have seen a notice board of a college under DASA scheme and it had instructions to pay annual fee in equivalent rupees (per exchange rate of the given day)
Sir, we got admission for my son in dasa last year and thanks for all the help and guidance provided. Recently we got transfer back to India. Can we pay future years tututionnfees in inr out of nre accounts or do we need to pay in only us dollars. Thanks
From 2nd year, the fee can be paid in INR per the applicable exchange rate on the date of fee payment.
Dear Bhuvana,
please can you guide me how you have prpeared your son to get admission in engineering college through DASA.
kind regards
Anand Sharma
Doha, Qatar
The key thing to get into DASA scheme is to get high scores in SAT 2 subject tests (PCM). A score above 2200 out of 2400 is pretty decent. CBSE books are more than sufficient (mostly syllabus is upto CBSE 11th std in SAT 2). However, it would serve good if the student is quite familiar with SAT 2 exam pattern and syllabus to maximise the return for given effort level. Finally the application is to be submitted electronically at http://www.dasanit.org during March-June period.
All the best.
I had scored 1860 and Waiting for A level final result, I want Spot admission through Dasa, and interest in Computer science and Engineering in NIT,when will be Online open for Spot admission, Should i Fillup form before 30th July>?
Under Spot admission, you would have to physically go to NIT-Surathkal or NIT-Delhi to get a seat across the table on 30 Jul.
The best thing for you would be to talk to the concerned authorities and know how to proceed without having 12th equivalent exam results.