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With a CAT 2025 percentile of 86.5, BBA graduation score of 67%, and 10th marks of 76%, you meet most of the basic academic requirements for MBA admission at Nirma University. However, Class 12 marks are an important factor to consider in your case.

Nirma University’s Institute of Management usually specifies a minimum eligibility of 50% aggregate in Class 10, Class 12, and graduation for general category candidates (45% for reserved categories). Since you have scored 48% in Class 12, you are slightly below the usual minimum requirement. This means that, strictly speaking, you may face eligibility issues at the application or shortlisting stage.

That said, Nirma University follows a composite score–based shortlisting process. CAT score, academic profile, work experience (if any), diversity factors, and performance in PI are all considered together. In some admission cycles, candidates marginally below the Class 12 cutoff have still been allowed to participate in the selection process, especially if their CAT percentile and interview performance were strong.

However, you should be realistic. A low Class 12 score does weaken your profile and cannot be fully “compensated” by CAT score alone. The PI performance can help improve your chances only if you clear the basic eligibility criteria set by the institute for that particular year. Final admission depends on institute-level scrutiny of documents.

What you should do:

• Carefully check the latest Nirma MBA admission brochure for the exact Class 12 eligibility clause.

• Apply if you meet the minimum eligibility or if the institute allows provisional consideration.

• Prepare very well for the PI to justify academic improvement from Class 12 to graduation.

• Keep backup MBA colleges that accept 85–90 percentile and have more flexible academic criteria.

In summary, admission to Nirma University is possible but uncertain due to your Class 12 marks. Your CAT score and PI can strengthen your case, but they may not completely override the minimum eligibility requirement.

Choosing between Biotechnology and B. Optometry depends on your strengths, career goals, and comfort with core science subjects. Since you are preparing for NEET 2026 and CUET 2026, and you mentioned that biology is your strong subject while physics and chemistry are relatively weak, this distinction becomes very important.

B. Optometry is a clinically oriented, healthcare-focused course. It involves subjects like ocular anatomy, visual optics, eye diseases, contact lenses, and clinical training in hospitals or eye clinics. While physics is involved (especially optics), it is mostly applied and limited to vision-related concepts. Chemistry is minimal compared to biotechnology. If you are comfortable with biology and prefer patient interaction, clinical work, and a stable healthcare profession, optometry is a strong option. Career opportunities include working in eye hospitals, clinics, optical chains, or pursuing higher studies like M. Optometry. Job prospects are relatively stable, and employability is generally better immediately after graduation.

Biotechnology, on the other hand, is more research- and lab-oriented. It heavily involves molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, bioinformatics, and statistics. Chemistry plays a significant role, especially biochemistry, and physics also appears in analytical techniques and instrumentation. Biotechnology is a good choice if you are interested in research, drug development, genetics, or higher studies like MSc, PhD, or research-based careers. However, core job opportunities after a BSc in Biotechnology are limited, and most students need to pursue higher education to build a strong career.

Considering your situation:

• Strong in biology

• Weaker in physics and chemistry

• Preparing for NEET and CUET

• Looking for clearer career stability

B. Optometry is likely a better and safer choice for you. It aligns more closely with applied biology, has less chemistry pressure, and offers better job opportunities after graduation. Biotechnology can still be chosen if you are genuinely interested in research and are willing to improve your chemistry and commit to long-term studies.

In conclusion, if your priority is employability, clinical exposure, and leveraging your strength in biology, B. Optometry would be the more suitable option. If your interest lies in scientific research and you are ready for higher studies and competitive exams, biotechnology can be considered with caution.

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Yes, you can apply for CUET PG 2026 even if you currently have backlogs in more than one semester or in multiple subjects, but your final admission will depend on clearing those backlogs within the time limit prescribed by the university you are applying to.

CUET PG is primarily an entrance test, and the application stage does not usually restrict candidates who have backlogs. As long as you are appearing in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have completed it, you are eligible to fill the CUET PG application form. The National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts CUET PG, does not ask about active backlogs at the time of application or exam.

However, the important condition comes at the admission stage. Most universities participating in CUET PG clearly mention that candidates must produce a final degree/provisional certificate and mark sheets by a specified deadline (usually during counselling or before final admission). This means:

• You must clear all backlog papers and

• Complete your graduation successfully before the university’s cut-off date for document verification.

If you still have uncleared backlogs at the time of counselling or admission, the university has the right to cancel or withhold your admission, even if you have scored well in CUET PG.

There is no fixed rule on the number of backlog subjects at the CUET PG level; the decision depends on the individual university’s eligibility criteria. Some universities may allow provisional admission if results are awaited, while others strictly require zero backlogs at the time of admission.

In summary, you can apply for and appear in CUET PG 2026 without any issue, but to actually secure admission, you must ensure that all backlog papers are cleared before the admission deadline of the university you choose. It is strongly advised to check the specific eligibility conditions of your target universities once their admission notifications are released.

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