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The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Code vs. Concrete: Why CSE Ranks Supreme and What It Means for the Future of Other Disciplines
Each engineering admission season in India has a familiar climax. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is the first branch to fill up, often with the longest queues. In 2025, this trend has not only continued but also intensified. This year's AP EAPCET 2025 results saw 1.89 lakh students qualifying for engineering programs, and in every region from Vizag to Chittoor the most-coveted seats were in CSE, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science. Institutions like state private universities and deemed-to-be universities are witnessing intense competition for limited seats in next-gen specializations such as AI-ML, cybersecurity, and full-stack development. While the official counselling process hasn't concluded, preliminary cutoffs suggest a near-complete fill rate for these programs even before the second round begins. But Andhra Pradesh is not merely following the national pattern it is reshaping it. With the launch of its Quantum Valley initiative, the state has taken a bold step in decentralizing the future of engineering. Through the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), the state is mandating all engineering colleges to offer 18-credit minor programs in Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence, effective from the 2025–26 academic year. This means that whether a student chooses Civil, ECE, or Mechanical Engineering, they will still graduate with exposure to technologies that define Industry 5.0. The scale of this initiative is massive. More than 500 faculty members from across the state's public universities are undergoing training in AI, machine learning, and quantum algorithms. Institutions like Andhra University, JNTUK, SVU, and Yogi Vamana University are establishing dedicated labs to support AI-driven research. Quantum simulators and cloud computing access points are being funded by partnerships with TCS, IBM, and national centres of excellence under the Ministry of Electronics & IT. For a state once criticized for brain drain, this is a serious move to make Andhra a talent exporter, not just to Indian IT firms but to global tech ecosystems. Still, the traditional branches are far from obsolete. In fact, Andhra's data tells a nuanced story. The AP ECET 2025, which offers diploma holders a chance to enter engineering programs in the second year, has seen strong participation from Mechanical, ECE, and Civil branches. Of the 13,301 diploma students eligible this year, many continue to prefer 'core' engineering, but they are demanding upgrades. They want Mechanical + Robotics, Civil + Smart Infrastructure, EEE + Embedded Systems. And Andhra's colleges are listening. For example, in West Godavari, SRKR Engineering College introduced a minor in AI for Mechanical Engineering students. In Vizianagaram, the MVGR College of Engineering is running a 'Smart Civil Engineering' program where students use drones and sensors for structural analysis. At SRM University both the AP and Chennai campuses students from Civil and Mechanical Engineering streams are actively encouraged to pursue minors in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or Robotics through a flexible credit-based system. These programs allow students to take interdisciplinary electives and projects aligned with emerging technologies, often leading to dual-specialization or industry-backed certifications. Students aren't rejecting core engineering they are redefining it. They see value in physical infrastructure but know the tools of tomorrow are digital. This hybridization is crucial. A CSE student today may write code for a healthcare app. But a Mechanical engineer with Python skills can automate a ventilator. A Civil engineer with knowledge of AI can design buildings that monitor their own integrity. A future-ready engineer, regardless of branch, must be digitally fluent. That is the thesis Andhra Pradesh is championing and perhaps exporting to the rest of India. Meanwhile, coastal Karnataka and parts of Tamil Nadu are also observing what Andhra has initiated. Institutions like NITTE University in Mangaluru and Anna University in Chennai are revamping core courses and doubling Civil Engineering intakes, hoping to mirror the demand revival seen in Andhra's core streams. There is cautious optimism that core disciplines, when modernized, will regain the respect and demand they once enjoyed. This shift also comes with cultural changes. Parents who once pushed only for software jobs are now exploring alternate futures. A case in point: A student from Rajahmundry with a 98 percentile in EAPCET opted for ECE + AI instead of traditional CSE, citing interest in space tech and IoT. 'I wanted to design things, not just code,' he says. This mindset shift though slow is growing. It's not entirely new. Visionaries like Ada Lovelace, Gordon Moore, and Alan Kay predicted this era of convergence. Lovelace imagined that computers could compose music and art, not just numbers. Moore's Law foresaw the exponential leap in processing power that powers AI today. Alan Kay, the father of the graphical interface, envisioned personalized, portable computing before the rest of the world even imagined smartphones. Andhra's Quantum Valley and AI integration are simply new chapters in that old, visionary book. In conclusion, the CSE surge in 2025 is both real and rational. The career paths, starting salaries, and innovation opportunities it offers are unmatched for now. But Andhra Pradesh shows us that the future doesn't belong only to coders. It belongs to creators, those who can build, compute, adapt, and collaborate. Whether in smart mobility, green buildings, or quantum-enhanced processors, engineers of all kinds will shape India's future. Andhra, it seems, has already pressed the 'compile' button. The Employability Angle: Where the Jobs Are in 2025 The rise in demand for CSE and allied fields isn't just about popularity it's driven by employability. According to a 2025 report by NASSCOM and TeamLease EdTech, over 72% of new engineering job postings in India are for roles in Software Development, AI/ML, Data Science, and Cybersecurity. Entry-level salaries for AI engineers now average ₹8–12 lakh per annum, significantly higher than the ₹3–5 lakh average for traditional mechanical or civil roles. Additionally, multinational hiring in India's Tier-2 cities has accelerated, with Andhra's Amaravati and Vizag emerging as tech recruitment hubs. Yet the shift is not binary. Hybrid roles like ECE graduates with IoT skills or Mechanical engineers skilled in robotics are also in high demand. Startups in automation, electric vehicles, and smart manufacturing are increasingly recruiting from core branches with tech overlays, especially those offering hands-on experience in Python, embedded systems, or cloud computing. Employers are no longer recruiting by branch alone they're hiring by capability clusters, which blend coding, design thinking, and domain-specific knowledge. The compiler of this vision is Naga Sravanthi Puppala, a Computer Science and Engineering faculty member who believes that code is not just written, it is woven into the future. 'This article is part of sponsored content programme.'
New Indian Express
09-06-2025
- Science
- New Indian Express
Anirudh, Harsha secure top ranks in engg and agri steams of AP EAPCET
VIJAYAWADA: Avanaganti Anirudh Reddy from Hyderabad secured the top rank while Mandavyapuram Bhanu Charan Reddy of Srikalahasti and Kotipalli Yaseanth Satwik from Palacole took the second and third ranks, respectively, in the Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2025. The results of the AP EAPCET 2025 were officially released on Sunday evening by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada (JNTUK), which conducted the exam on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). Minister for Higher Education Nara Lokesh announced the results via social media platform X, congratulating all the successful candidates. In the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream, the top rank was claimed by Ramayanam Venkata Naga Sai Harshavardhan from Penamaluru in Krishna district. Shanmukha Nishanth Akshintala from Chanda Nagar, Telangana, and Degala Akirananda Vinay Mallesh Kumar from Chopela village in Dr B R Ambedkar Konaseema district secured the second and third positions, respectively. Out of the total 3,62,448 candidates who applied, 3,40,300 appeared for the exam across Engineering, Agriculture & Pharmacy streams. The overall pass percentage stood at 75.67%, with 2,57,509 students qualifying. In the Engineering stream, 2,64,840 candidates appeared, and 1,89,748 qualified, marking a pass rate of 71.65%. In the Agriculture and Pharmacy streams, 75,460 candidates appeared, and 67,761 qualified, achieving a pass percentage of 89.8%.
Indian Express
09-06-2025
- General
- Indian Express
AP EAPCET 2025 Results Out: Over 2.5 lakh candidates qualify; how to download EAMCET rank cards
AP EAPCET 2025 Results Out: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has declared the results for the AP Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (EAPCET) 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their scores and download their rank cards from the official website at Additionally, results are also accessible through the Andhra Pradesh government's WhatsApp Governance number 'Mana Mitra' at 9552300009. How many students qualified for AP EAMCET? A total of 3,62,429 students registered for AP EAPCET 2025. Of these, 2,64,840 candidates appeared for the Engineering stream, while 75,460 students took the test for Agriculture and Pharmacy. In the Engineering stream, 1,89,748 candidates qualified, resulting in a pass percentage of 71.65%. In the Agriculture and Pharmacy streams, 67,761 out of 75,460 candidates cleared the exam, achieving a pass rate of 89.8%. How to check AP EAMCET, EAPCET 2025 results? Step 1. Visit the official website: Step 2. Click on the 'AP EAMCET Result 2025' link Step 3. Enter your registration number, date of birth, and captcha Step 4. Submit and view your result Step 5. Download and save the scorecard for future reference What are the minimum qualifying marks for AP EAPCET 2025? The result is issued in the form of a scorecard displaying individual marks and the corresponding rank. Candidates must enter their registration number, hall ticket number, and date of birth to access the scorecard. It is important to note that candidates must secure at least 25% marks (40 out of 160) in order to be ranked. Those who fail to meet this minimum requirement will not be assigned a rank and will be ineligible for the counselling process. The final ranks are determined using a 75:25 weightage formula, with 75% weight assigned to the marks obtained in AP EAPCET 2025 and 25% weight to marks from Class 12 board examinations. When will counselling for AP EAPCET 2025 begin? Following the declaration of results, APSCHE will initiate the counselling process for admission into 322 participating colleges offering undergraduate courses in Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy. The cut-off ranks for each round of counselling will be announced separately, outlining the opening and closing ranks for different colleges and categories. This year, the AP EAPCET was conducted from May 19 to May 27, 2025, in two sessions per day across 145 centres in 24 districts of Andhra Pradesh and two centres in Hyderabad. The preliminary answer keys for the Agriculture & Pharmacy and Engineering streams were released on May 27 and May 28 respectively. Objections were invited until May 29 and May 30, after which a panel of subject experts reviewed the challenges and finalised the keys. The final results were prepared based on these final answer keys.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
AP EAPCET result 2025 declared at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
AP EAPCET result 2025 released : The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) officially declared the results of the AP EAPCET 2025 examination on Sunday, June 8. Candidates who appeared for the Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test can now access and download their rank cards from the official portal — The AP EAPCET 2025 was conducted in two phases. The Agriculture and Pharmacy entrance tests were held on May 19 and 20, while the Engineering examination took place from May 21 to 27. The state-level entrance test is conducted annually to facilitate admissions into various professional courses offered by colleges across Andhra Pradesh. Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy exam pattern For the Engineering stream, the question paper comprised a total of 160 objective-type questions, including: Mathematics – 80 questions Physics – 40 questions Chemistry – 40 questions Each question carried one mark, with no provision for negative marking. In the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream, the 160 questions were distributed as follows: Biology – 80 questions (Botany – 40, Zoology – 40) Physics – 40 questions Chemistry – 40 questions As with the Engineering stream, all questions were multiple-choice in nature, each carrying one mark. Important dates and registration details The registration process for AP EAPCET 2025 concluded on April 24, and hall tickets were made available for download from May 12. The entrance examination witnessed a large turnout across various centers in Andhra Pradesh. AP EAPCET 2025 results: Steps to download Candidates can follow the step-by-step process below to access their results: Visit the official APSCHE website: Click on the AP EAPCET 2025 tab on the homepage Select the link titled 'Download AP EAPCET 2025 Results' Enter your registration number and hall ticket number, then click submit The result will appear on the screen Download and print the result for future use Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to download the AP EAPCET result 2025. Aspirants can click on the link provided here to download the AP EAPCET rank card 2025. Next steps for qualified candidates With the announcement of results, APSCHE is expected to release the counselling schedule soon. Qualified candidates will be required to participate in the web-based counselling process for seat allotment into engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy colleges. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
Hindustan Times
08-06-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
AP EAPCET Results 2025 declared at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, direct link to download result here
Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education, APSCHE, has declared the AP EAPCET 2025 results on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test can now check and download their rank card from the official website at Candidates will also be able to download the AP EAPCET Rank Cards. Notably, the AP EAPCET examination was held on May 19 and 20, 2025 for Agriculture and Pharmacy courses and from May 21 to May 27 for Engineering courses. Also read: Bihar ITICAT Admit Card 2025 released at direct link to download hall tickets here For the engineering course, the question paper included 160 questions, 80 of which were of Mathematics, 40 of Physics, and 40 of Chemistry. All questions were objective (multiple-choice) only, and each carried one mark. Also read: Maharashtra FYJC 2025 admission schedule revised, final merit list to be released on June 11, check important dates here For Agriculture and Pharmacy course, the question paper consisted of a total of 160 questions comprising of 80 questions in Biology (Botany-40, Zoology-40), 40 questions in Physics, and 40 questions in Chemistry. All questions were of objective type (multiple choice) only and each question carries one mark. Also read: COMEDK Counselling Notification 2025: Registrations begin tomorrow at check important details The registration process for AP EAPCET 2025 concluded on April 24, 2025. The AP EAMCET hall tickets were available for download from May 12, 2025. Candidates can download their AP EAMCET Results by following the steps mentioned below: 1. Visit the official website of APSCHE at 2. On the home page, click on the AP EAPCET 2025 tab. 3. On the next page, click on the link to download the AP EAPCET Results 2025. 4. Enter your credentials (Registration Number and EAPCET hall ticket number), and submit. 5. Check your result displayed on the screen. 6. Download the result and keep a printout of the same for future reference. For more related details, candidates are advised to visit the official website of APSCHE.
