Dear Aspirant,

If you did not qualify in EAMCET but are part of a minority community, you can still apply for minority counselling. This counselling offers leftover or reserved seats in minority institutions. It usually does not occur at the same time as general counselling; instead, it takes place either separately or after the general phases are done. The Minority Welfare Department or the EAMCET authorities organize this process for Muslim or Christian minority students. If you get a seat through this official counselling, you will not have to pay any donation, as the government or AFRC regulates the fees. However, if you go directly to a college through management quota or spot admissions without counselling, you may face higher charges or donations. Whether to wait for counselling or enroll in B.Sc. Computer Science depends on your interests and career goals. If you are interested in software or IT, a B.Sc. in Computer Science is a solid choice that can lead to further studies or jobs in technology. It is a safer option if you are unsure about getting a seat through minority counselling. Therefore, it is wise to apply for minority counselling and also keep B.Sc. Computer Science as a backup to avoid wasting a year. If you secure a seat later through minority counselling, you can withdraw from the B.Sc. course. This way, you don’t take unnecessary risks and maintain your academic progress.

All the Best.