Play Snake game on Youtube

Here is a small easteregg for Youtube. You can play popular snake game on videos just by pressing UP and LEFT arrow keys togeather

and you can play snake game like this

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Open .docx files(office 2007 &2010) on Office 2003 and Older versions

If you are using MS Office 2003 or older version then you cannot access new .docx format. Here is a small add-on for Older versions of Office to access the new .docx format.just download this add-on and install it.
compatibility pack for MS Office 2003/XP/2000 .

Other Alternatives:

1. Docx2doc
2. Google Docs

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Epic - The Indian style of Browsing

Epic is a free web browser based on Firefox that is currently available only for Windows operating system. Epic is the India’s first web browser that provides its users with a free Anti Virus and you can be sure that the version will be updated.
Epic In Short:

the first-ever web browser for India

the world's only sidebar apps browser

the world's only antivirus browser

Features:

1. Epic’s built is based on Mozilla platform and open source software technology.
2. The main feature of Epic is its Sidebar. It has got many apps/widgets in it. 
3. In Epic the user can simultaneously access the apps in the Sidebar while browsing his favorite sites.
4. With the help of Epic, the user can browse the files in My Computer, listen to the Latest Soundtracks, check the News updates, Live Cricket Scores, search for Jobs, Type in any Indic Languages, change the Themes and Wallpapers and more. 
5. The main features of Epic are: Maximum Security, Malicious Website Warnings, Anti-Publishing Protection, Fast Browsing and Downloads and many more. 
6.  Users can directly type in Indian languages with the built-in widget provided in the side bar.
7. Built in Word Processor "Epic Write"
8. 1500+ Indian Themes and Wallpapers. 
9. Latest Film Songs. Live Cricket Scores. News from a Dozen+ Leading Sources. Regional and Hindi Language News. Live TV. Stock Quotes. Events. Videos. Even a Daily Joke.
10. Directly access your gmail,yahoo from sidebar.(Mobile version of the page will be displayed so you wont get all the features like chat,buzz etc if you access from side bar... but it will be handy if you want to just check or send any new mails.) and you can even access social networking sites like twitter, Facebook.

Check out More Features of EPIC

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New Currency Symbol for the Indian Rupee

Most countries in the world have distinct identification symbols for their currency – $ represents the US Dollar, £ is used for GBP, € for Euro, etc. and now India has official currency sign for the Indian Rupee.
The winning symbol was created by Uday Kumar, a post-graduate student at the Indian Institute of Technology.
He beat 3000 other entries to win the cash prize of 250,000 rupees ($7,388).
The symbol is an amalgam of the Indian Devanagari script Ra and the Roman capital letter R without the stem.


How to get this symbol in your Computer..??
Do you want this symbol in your text documents.....
1. Download this Font and install it.

2. That's it... you are done... type the "`" key (found below the  'Escape' key) after choosing this font.

Video from a News channel:




Other Shortlisted Designs For Indian Rupee:

Shahrukh J Irani

Shibin KK

Hitesh Padmashali

Nondita Correa-Mehrotra

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Dell phone in China, Mini 3v

Chinese mobile regulator, TENAA released these Pictures, which show that the phone has a 5MP camera with flash, a stylus (and by inference, a resistive touch screen) and what is possibly a front-facing camera, along with an ambient light sensor and proximity sensor.the phone is Android-based.Other leaked information about the Mini 3v is that it runs on both TD-SCDMA and GSM networks. When the Dell Mini 3v will make an international appearance is still not known,

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WHY UR VISA REJECTED LAST TIME

THIS DOC CREATED BY KRANTHI REDDY(KRANTHIREDDY.CH@GMAIL.COM)


1.Why your visa got rejected last time?
Ans. I don’t know, probably I have not conveyed the change in my altitude and keenness for education effectively.
2. why didt you say last time ?
Ans .sir, I really miss my communication
3.how many backlogs you have?

4.what now ?
Ans: sir, I am keen on my study’s and that’s why I am here again.
5. I don’t think you will be able to complete masters?
Ans: In final year of my graduation I have first class marks I would like to continue same potential even in masters also sir.
6. why should I believe you ?
Ans: there is no choice sir, I will not play with my career, my future depends upon my masters sir
7.give me three regions why should I give you visa?
Ans. I have a admission from an encouraging school with 9000 $ scholar ship,(graduate business performance scholarship for enrollment at okcu)
Support of my parents
and my zeal to study and excel.


8.what if I don’t give you a visa?
Ans: sir, I strongly believe that I can rebuilt my career with good masters study, students with similar performance have been given a chance to excel so I too deserve the same opportunity
9.even then sorry!
Ans: sir, please sir, my objective is to study, kindly encourage me sir.

10.will you come back after your masters?
Ans: my intension is to come back sir.
11.why gre score is less?
Ans. As I have mentioned in my certificates, I scored 610 in maths and 290 in English , due to the lack of my basic education in English medium, It has its effects on my score
12.why do you want to leave your job?
Ans. at this level it looks good but for long term career I need masters sir.
13.post ms?
Ans: I would like to be placed in a reputed company as program analytics
14. what if you got a job in ms?
Ans: as one of the best will have, such offers I would like to accepts the job in my field
15. so you say that you will not come back?
Ans: no sir , a short term career in us can take me to higher positions in India so, I will be coming back and not only that I have everything(father ,mother ,friends ,etcs) here in india

16.why do you want to do ms in us?
Ans. It’s a competitive world sir, us is origin of computers US is the leader of the word in technology related issues and US Universities gives practical oriented education and moreover we get international exposure. And I feel its always a privilege to be a part of US Universities

17.I don’t feel like changing the decision of my previous officer?
ANS.2nd opportunity is given to correct previous mistakes

 What if not US?
My aim is to do MS in US. I never had plans other than this.

My bank- united bank of india
Present balance- 20,01,500 (42,585$)
My current savings --20,01,500 (42,585$)
Current income ------6,27,402 (13,349$)
Annual business income from *************
---------------------4,83,402 (10,285$)
Annual rental income from beraing h.no.******—1,44,000(3064$)

Immovable properties---1,05,04,884(2,23,508)

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REASON FOR BACKLOGS

Generally students keep on saying to VO, that they are not feeling well at that time. etc.
Even VO's joked on this saying, kindly give some other reason, we are getting bored to
listen this not feeling well, time and again. Tell me some other reason.

One of the best answer many people tried is, though they got backlogs, ultimately they
have finished the degree within the stipulated time of 4 years or as per the regular
academic plan. So backlogs are not to be taken as total failures. Sometimes that answer
fetched the visa, but at times VO's were reluctant to listen anything.



Some people told, initially they have faced some trouble with subject, but after backlog,
they put good effort to overcome that difficulty and come out with flying colors in that
particular backlog or backlogs. Here they tried to show the VO, that, though they had
weakness in their seriousness of studies, but they overcame that hurdle. Which proves to
a VO, students are trying to cope up with difficulties becoming successful, which
is one facet of professional attitude. As long as one can show that attitude, Visa is not a
problem. The key here is we are just human beings, susceptible to weaknesses. But by
recognizing the problems, we are trying to overcome it. If we are able to convey this to
VO, definitely visa will be yours.



If you are good at interview skills and has positive attitude, you can definitely make your
point with VO.
Hope this is useful for you all.
Chetan, Take your 10th & 12th Marks lists. In one or two cases VO asked to see even
10th and 12th marks lists to see his overall studies performance. They are just two
certificates and taking them is not a problem at all. Nobody's sure in which way the
interview takes its course. Isn't it ?.



There are no standard ANSWERS for visa interview questions.
As the same answer may fetch you a visa or rejection. It happened many a times. No
Guarantees. So no standard ANSWERS for visa interview questions. We will try to
provide some hints. basing on that prepare your own ANSWERS.

Q1. Why were you rejected before?
This will be as per the sheet given to you. No Hanky Panky here. Just tell the reasons
ticked in that sheet. Go by rule here.

Q2. About my backlogs (I HAVE 10)?
There's no exact answer for this. One clue is to show you have somewhat improved over
the time and if you finished the course in 4 years straight, say though at times you faced
some difficulties, but you completed the same well within stipulated time. It shows your
commitment towards studies. You have to stress on this.

Q3. What is the proof that you'll come back to INDIA?
Nobody will have a perfect and fitting answer for this. You may say convincingly, show
to VO that your course has good future career plans in India and you just want to
upgrade your skills through your MS Program and want to do something meaningful to
India after completion of course etc.

Q4. Why only USA, this particular University?
You have to give the benefits of USA study in general but relevant to your course as
whats happening in US universities right now in your chosen area and talk about in
length why you applied and found that particular university well suited for your course
interest, your chosen area, research going on, faculty specialties, articles, and materials
published by the faculty in your chosen area etc. use only subject and research jargon in
your little talk.


Q5. When you have enough money, why do u need loan?
If you are decided to go with showing loan to VO, try to say - You may not avail the loan
right now. As you had enough funds right now, but if anything may go wrong with funds,
thats why you want the loan option as an open one. Just in case only. Because once you
go to USA, it may be difficult to go through the loan procedure at a later time, while in
study. That's why you are showing loan as you want to be truthful to VO , even you got
full funds readily available.

Hope this helps you in your visa.
Wish you all the best.
Don't forget to post your interview experience to our group. It will be helpful to others.

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VISA INTERVIEW Q'S AND ANS

1. Why US?
• To pursue Masters in Computer Science.

2. Why only US?
• It is the center of excellence in the field of computer science.
That's why it's most sought after International learning center.

3. How can u say it is the center of excellence?
• The Global Giants are from US, to name a few…..
1. In the field of Hardware – IBM, INTEL, DELL, HP.
2. In the field of Software – MICROSOFT, ORACLE,
SUN-MICROSYSTEMS, LINUX.
3. In the field of network – CISCO.
4. In the field of OFC (Optical Fiber Cable) – AT&T
AMERICAN TELEPHONES & TELEGRAPH, BELL-LABS.
5. In the field of Application Software – MOTOROLA, GE.

4. How can u say it's most sought after International learning center?
• Some of the best students and faculty from across the globe converge
to US for their enrichment. For example in my school the number of
International students are from more then 35 countries.

5. Then?
• US universities are Primarily Research Centers. Every professor has
an identified field of Research.

6. How can u say US universities are Primarily Research Centers?
• As the curriculum is more practical in application oriented. I wish
to be the best and be the best.

7. Why MS?
• Firstly for in-depth knowledge, Secondly as a mark of Academic
Excellence, Finally for a long term career prospects.

8. Why not in INDIA?
• I have an option to go for the best.

9. Who said that US is the best?
• As per U.S.E.F.I. United States Education Foundation in India, US
Education is 6 years ahead of the rest of the world.


10. I am from US, u can see me only, but I don't find sth like that
in US?
• Sir, u r in the best of the places, deciding the future of young
Indians like me. Given a chance I wish to be your deputy

11. IIT is also the best option u have here, then?
• Even the IITians are moving to US. Ultimately, it is the quality of
education and right kind of Exposure.

12. Exposure?
• The curriculum is the most updated and keeps abreast with the latest
across the globe.

13. More number of vacancies are there in IIT, because they are moving
to US.
• IIT and NIT's are considered the best but admissions are influenced
by several external factors such as Reservations, Performance in the
option of other applicants on that particular desk. My opportunities
are reduced more to chances. That's why I chose US schools which have
a transparent and clear admission process.

14. Why only US and no any other countries?
• Above all US is undisputed in Computers.

15. Why this School?
• This school is the best out of my admits.

16. How can u say that this is the best among u r admits?
• Carriage Foundation Ranking has ranked it X%. Also the Reputation of
the School, the Profile of the Department, and the course curriculum
are the key factors.

17. What do u mean by the Reputation of the School?
• This school is established in 1969 year. The total number of
students in the campus are 4500 comprising of 2000 graduates. The
faculty to full time equivalent student ratio is 12:1 and the
university is located in the capital of Illinois, Springfield.

18. What do u mean by Profile of the Department?
• There are six professors who hold an ultimate degree.
• Dr. Ted Mims—PhD. In University of North Texas, Denton teaches CO,
Introduction to OS, Network Administration, & Computer Architecture.
• Dr. Kamyar Dezhgosha -- PhD. In University of Toledo teach Java and
Object Oriented design.
• Prof. Dr. Ted Mims and Prof. Dr. Kamyar Dezhgosha teach my field of
interest and I wish to do my master's under their guidance. They have
careers par excellence
19. What do u mean by Course curriculum? Course-curriculum is
everywhere.
• The curriculum is updated and matches to the demand of the
university.

20. How many schools did u apply? List them.
• List the number of schools u have applied, I have applied to 5
schools.
• UIS, UTA, EMU, SDSU, FDU.

21. Why did u choose this Univ?
• This is the best out of my admits.

22. But I think the third Univ is better than the one u applied, why
don't u go for it?
• I appreciate ur concern but Univ of Illinois, UIS is my first choice.

23. U got 4 admits out of 5, u applied, how?
• I picked up the schools which suit my profile.

24. How did you come to know about these schools?
• Few of my seniors, my frenz have guided me and net.

25. Have u contacted any professor?
• No.

26. Why?
• I thought their time is too precious and it is too premature to
disturb them.
• I will take the benefit of their expertising skills when I land
there.

27. Is it worth spending this much of money on ur Master's?
• Looking on Future aspects and Income levels, it's definitely worth.
• My parents do appreciate the importance of Quality education.

28. Tell me about ur parents?
• Tell about ur parents here
29. How they are going to fund you?
• I have liquid cash sources of XX lakhs of which X lakhs are FD's and
X lakhs are NSC.
• Basically I am from a rich family, money is never a constraint.

30. How did ur parents accumulate this much money?
• We have been into business from 45 years.
• Our income levels are always greater than the expenses.

31. Do u have any Brother's or Sister's?
• Just give him the details if any.

32. If u have a bro\sis, what about their Finance?
• In two years from now, I will return back and guide him\her
appropriately.

33. What is the guarantee that u will return back?
• The sole aim for me is to go to US, do my MS there, but not to work
there.
• More over I have many obligations towards my family and I must
return as I need to take care of them.
• As I have enough property, there is no need for me to work in US.
• There is untapped market potential in INDIA.

34. Where can I expect u in five years from now, ur future plans?
• Working for a multinational company like Satyam, Cognizant
technologies, Polaris, Iflex, Visual Soft, InfoTech Enterprises.
• As per NASCOM (National Association of Software services COMpanies),
the future demand for IT Professionals is estimated 33 lakhs by 2015
and now it is 4 lakhs.

35. Give me 3 reasons for giving u a valid visa to u?
• Basically, I have been a performer passing my engg. In first class.
• I have flair for higher education with an application angle.
• Above all, very supportive school and parents.

36. What if I don't give u a visa?
• Iam sure performers and genuine students are never let down at the
consulate.
• Ur the ultimate judge.

37. Ok, fine if I give u a visa?
• Thanq, Profusely.

38. Why ur Gre score is low?
• The verbal section is too tough.
• It had its impact
39. Why did not u write it again?
• I thought I will make amends with my toefl and academic scores.

40. How many backlog? Why?
• X.
• (For less no of backlogs)I felt ill quite a sudden in the middle of
my exams.
• (For more no)Until my engg. I was a good student but during engg. I
was unable to balance between my studies and sports so little damage
was done but now I made strong amends that I will work hard and
achieve what I want.



41. Will u work while studying?
• Yes, if it is related to my studies like graduate assistantship.

42. U seem to be have well prepared?
• It's a lifetime interview for me, and so I did my home-work.

43. Why it's a lifetime interview?
• It gives a clear direction to my career.

44. Why did u come for Delhi instead of Chennai?
• I did try for good number of days.
45. When u return back, how much do u expect salary pay?
• 5-6 lakhs.
• Thanx to globalization the pay-packets are good enough in INDIA andthis is the pay they are offering now.

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VISA Q'S AND ANS

1. Why US?
• To pursue Masters in Computer Science.

2. Why only US?
• It is the center of excellence in the field of computer science.
That's why it's most sought after International learning center.

3. How can u say it is the center of excellence?
• The Global Giants are from US, to name a few…..
1. In the field of Hardware – IBM, INTEL, DELL, HP.
2. In the field of Software – MICROSOFT, ORACLE,
SUN-MICROSYSTEMS, LINUX.
3. In the field of network – CISCO.
4. In the field of OFC (Optical Fiber Cable) – AT&T
AMERICAN TELEPHONES & TELEGRAPH, BELL-LABS.
5. In the field of Application Software – MOTOROLA, GE.

4. How can u say it's most sought after International learning center?
• Some of the best students and faculty from across the globe converge
to US for their enrichment. For example in my school the number of
International students are from more then 35 countries.

5. Then?
• US universities are Primarily Research Centers. Every professor has
an identified field of Research.

6. How can u say US universities are Primarily Research Centers?
• As the curriculum is more practical in application oriented. I wish
to be the best and be the best.

7. Why MS?
• Firstly for in-depth knowledge, Secondly as a mark of Academic
Excellence, Finally for a long term career prospects.

8. Why not in INDIA?
• I have an option to go for the best.

9. Who said that US is the best?
• As per U.S.E.F.I. United States Education Foundation in India, US
Education is 6 years ahead of the rest of the world.


10. I am from US, u can see me only, but I don't find sth like that
in US?
• Sir, u r in the best of the places, deciding the future of young
Indians like me. Given a chance I wish to be your deputy

11. IIT is also the best option u have here, then?
• Even the IITians are moving to US. Ultimately, it is the quality of
education and right kind of Exposure.

12. Exposure?
• The curriculum is the most updated and keeps abreast with the latest
across the globe.

13. More number of vacancies are there in IIT, because they are moving
to US.
• IIT and NIT's are considered the best but admissions are influenced
by several external factors such as Reservations, Performance in the
option of other applicants on that particular desk. My opportunities
are reduced more to chances. That's why I chose US schools which have
a transparent and clear admission process.

14. Why only US and no any other countries?
• Above all US is undisputed in Computers.

15. Why this School?
• This school is the best out of my admits.

16. How can u say that this is the best among u r admits?
• Carriage Foundation Ranking has ranked it X%. Also the Reputation of
the School, the Profile of the Department, and the course curriculum
are the key factors.

17. What do u mean by the Reputation of the School?
• This school is established in 1969 year. The total number of
students in the campus are 4500 comprising of 2000 graduates. The
faculty to full time equivalent student ratio is 12:1 and the
university is located in the capital of Illinois, Springfield.

18. What do u mean by Profile of the Department?
• There are six professors who hold an ultimate degree.
• Dr. Ted Mims—PhD. In University of North Texas, Denton teaches CO,
Introduction to OS, Network Administration, & Computer Architecture.
• Dr. Kamyar Dezhgosha -- PhD. In University of Toledo teach Java and
Object Oriented design.
• Prof. Dr. Ted Mims and Prof. Dr. Kamyar Dezhgosha teach my field of
interest and I wish to do my master's under their guidance. They have
careers par excellence
19. What do u mean by Course curriculum? Course-curriculum is
everywhere.
• The curriculum is updated and matches to the demand of the
university.

20. How many schools did u apply? List them.
• List the number of schools u have applied, I have applied to 5
schools.
• UIS, UTA, EMU, SDSU, FDU.

21. Why did u choose this Univ?
• This is the best out of my admits.

22. But I think the third Univ is better than the one u applied, why
don't u go for it?
• I appreciate ur concern but Univ of Illinois, UIS is my first choice.

23. U got 4 admits out of 5, u applied, how?
• I picked up the schools which suit my profile.

24. How did you come to know about these schools?
• Few of my seniors, my frenz have guided me and net.

25. Have u contacted any professor?
• No.

26. Why?
• I thought their time is too precious and it is too premature to
disturb them.
• I will take the benefit of their expertising skills when I land
there.

27. Is it worth spending this much of money on ur Master's?
• Looking on Future aspects and Income levels, it's definitely worth.
• My parents do appreciate the importance of Quality education.

28. Tell me about ur parents?
• Tell about ur parents here
29. How they are going to fund you?
• I have liquid cash sources of XX lakhs of which X lakhs are FD's and
X lakhs are NSC.
• Basically I am from a rich family, money is never a constraint.

30. How did ur parents accumulate this much money?
• We have been into business from 45 years.
• Our income levels are always greater than the expenses.

31. Do u have any Brother's or Sister's?
• Just give him the details if any.

32. If u have a bro\sis, what about their Finance?
• In two years from now, I will return back and guide him\her
appropriately.

33. What is the guarantee that u will return back?
• The sole aim for me is to go to US, do my MS there, but not to work
there.
• More over I have many obligations towards my family and I must
return as I need to take care of them.
• As I have enough property, there is no need for me to work in US.
• There is untapped market potential in INDIA.

34. Where can I expect u in five years from now, ur future plans?
• Working for a multinational company like Satyam, Cognizant
technologies, Polaris, Iflex, Visual Soft, InfoTech Enterprises.
• As per NASCOM (National Association of Software services COMpanies),
the future demand for IT Professionals is estimated 33 lakhs by 2015
and now it is 4 lakhs.

35. Give me 3 reasons for giving u a valid visa to u?
• Basically, I have been a performer passing my engg. In first class.
• I have flair for higher education with an application angle.
• Above all, very supportive school and parents.

36. What if I don't give u a visa?
• Iam sure performers and genuine students are never let down at the
consulate.
• Ur the ultimate judge.

37. Ok, fine if I give u a visa?
• Thanq, Profusely.

38. Why ur Gre score is low?
• The verbal section is too tough.
• It had its impact
39. Why did not u write it again?
• I thought I will make amends with my toefl and academic scores.

40. How many backlog? Why?
• X.
• (For less no of backlogs)I felt ill quite a sudden in the middle of
my exams.
• (For more no)Until my engg. I was a good student but during engg. I
was unable to balance between my studies and sports so little damage
was done but now I made strong amends that I will work hard and
achieve what I want.



41. Will u work while studying?
• Yes, if it is related to my studies like graduate assistantship.

42. U seem to be have well prepared?
• It's a lifetime interview for me, and so I did my home-work.

43. Why it's a lifetime interview?
• It gives a clear direction to my career.

44. Why did u come for Delhi instead of Chennai?
• I did try for good number of days.
45. When u return back, how much do u expect salary pay?
• 5-6 lakhs.
• Thanx to globalization the pay-packets are good enough in INDIA andthis is the pay they are offering now.

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OTHER Q'S VISA

The main aim of these Thread is to help the students from RURAL areas who dont have any idea abt documentation and abt visa guidance.

Financial Questions..

Q)what will be ur total expenses during the course.
This is very imp . please tell according to ur fee mentioned on i20
Tell me abt ur finances/wats ur annual income / tell me abt ur incomes.wats ur father total annual income.
As soon as u hear this question PLEASE tell him abt ur TOTAL annual income and after that u can say my father annual income is this ,my mothers is this and through rent .... and through agriculture xxxx if u have other resources u can say them.so with this my fathers TOTAL annual income is XXX.VO will be pleased with this answers.
If u say my fathers income( salary is ) 2.5 lakhs and later if u plan to say other income resources ,VO wont be intersted to listen all that stuff.
so please tell him total annual income FIRST
who are ur sponsers
TELL accordingly.
Dont u think it is burden on ur parents to fund ur education ?
NO mam/sir.I dont think so.MY parents have been working for the past 20 years.They have accumulated me xxx amount of money. and xxx amount of bank balance through savings.so i dont find any prob to fund my education.
please be careful with the figures of ur parents salaries and bank balance and property assests.
if ur bank balance is 20laks 30 thound 202 rupees u can say around 20 laks
ok be careful with that
Have u taken d loan ?
Tell accordingly. If Yes..Then u hav 2 show d proof for it..
Plz dont listen 2 d crap like..If u show loan it wil jeopardizes ur chances..etc..
Showing a loan is not at all a problem
Do u own a car ?
Please tell them u own it even if u dont have.
becoz ur showing huge amount of money as assets and bankbalance. so tell them u own and tell them model and also car number.
IF they ask u to show ur documents..
Firstly show them ur CA report ..dont try 2 give ur folder..
IF they ask for CE and bankstatment then give them
I feel that for ur annual income , you may find it difficult to fund your education in USA .HOw do u tackle.
NO mam/sir.I dont think so.MY parents have been working for the past 20 years.They have accumulated me xxx amount of money. and xxx amount of bank balance through savings.so i dont find any prob to fund my education.
please be careful with the figures of ur parents salaries and bank balance and property assests
Do u hav any siblings..
What r they..
Its better 2 bluff here..If u say ur siblings r studying ..like 4th b.tech..etc ..
U may exposed 2 another questn..Hw will u r parents can sponsor them etc..

Rembr..Whtevr d bluff..U hav 2 defend it..Plz take care with D.S forms..Bcs they wil check ur DS forms..While ur answrng for such a Qusns..

If they found u r lyng..Thn for no doubt ..They wil rejct d visa..
So b care ful with that..Plz try 2 rembr what u had wrtn in ur DS forms.
PLEASE BE VERY CAREFUL WITH UR FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS ..
GO THROUGH ALL THE VALUES OF U R PROPERTIES AND SALARIES OF UR PARENTS..
ACADEMICS

This is the crucial part and most important in deciding VISA
VO likes students with good academic back ground and scores(GRE TOEFL)..

The only difference for good profile and bad profile students in d visa intrvw is..

If u r out standing..Then in most cases V.O wont chck ur Financial Docs..Evn if u r financially weak..He wil try 2 give d visa..

It will be a cake walk for the out standing students
Dont get Dejected..
If ur Academic Profile is bad..
Only very few V.O's feels bad if ur profile is not so good..
i will give some data of d asprnts who had got ther visa's with bad profile..

Toefl: 167 ..its real..it happens for last spring..
183
193
197

GRE : 660
720
760
820
830 etc..

ACADS : 48 B.L
30 B.L
25 B.L
28 B.L
many of them in two digits....

This is d scores of d asprnts whch i came across..
Ther might b many of them who got ther VISA's ..Even lesser than these..

So Nevr B Djctd with ur profile..

They made it..Y cant U
ACADEMICS (abt Univ)

To Which University ??

Y this University ??

Hw do u knw abt this Univ ??

Do U knw any of them 4m this Univ??

R u in contact with any of d professors??

Y do u choose these univ amng ur admits ??

Say abt ur Univ ??

(if u says it is d best)hw can u say it is d best ??

Wht r researchs tht r under going in ur univ ??


Say abt d state in whch ur Univ is located ??
Go thru d geographical condns of univ n its state..

I guess u can find d anwsrs for d above questns..in this community..by thread posted by others..

if not i will post it sooner if i get d enough time.

What is ur major(graduation)?
Tell accrdnly..

I guess many of them might to jump to CSE..
SO for them u can say" i have done my proj in xxx languange in 4-2
They wont check where u have done project.
so tell them u have done in xxx lang. so i got interest in this ....... i want to upgrade my self in that subjects and my major xxx is closely related to this field so it would be really helpful .
PLEASE explain them clearly abt ur project
y have u chosen this major( this is for r people who havent changed their major in MS and for those who r alrdy havng a masters degree(msc..))

I AM from CSE so " i have been introduced to computer at age of 10.
so i have passaion for computers and softwares.
This interest made me to take cse as my major in UG .
I want to upgrade my skills in xxx xxx xxx subjects whihc can be done only through masters
say abt ur grades ?

PLZ ..ALWAYS STRESS ON UR STRENGTHS..
If u hav good scores..Then say abt ur scores..1st..
Vice Versa..

If u r weak in any of those..Then dont tell abt that..unless if he asks..

If ur out standing..Then never hesitate 2 expose ur strenghts..
Say abt ur strengths (scores)..Evn if he asks r not..They love 2 giv d visa's 2 out standing students.
How many backlogs?

This is the damn sucking question.
PLZ Tell them correctly.
and for example if u have failed in 3 subjects in 1st year.U have cleared 2 subjects in 2-1 and 1 sub in 2-2
then ur backlogs are 4
count number of ZEROs on ur memos and tell them exactly.

IF u give false information they will catch u .

If they found u r lying..they will rejct d visa..
Y these backlogs..

FRNDS backlogs dont matter.
but wat matters is how u defend them and which VO ur facing.
If the VO is cool then she will easily get convinced with ur answers.

If d v.o is stern..Then u hav 2 show ur acting capabilities..
D only thing matters here is..Hw u can convince d v.o.
continue..

if u have all the backlogs in first 3 sems u r lucky.
u can say" i have all these backlogs in first 3 sems. i have participated in extra curricular activities like paper presentations and aslo involved in sports.so i coudnt concentrated on studies.later with the guidance of professors and senrios i have cleared them.I have got good marks in the sub whihc iam gng to take specialisaion and more over i got good % in 4-2 proj work which can be attained only through practicall knowledge..
back logs in Final Year..3-2 4-1 4-2 u can say unfortunately my exam dates were clashed with Gre and toefl exam dates so i couldnt concentrate on that.

Even u can shw this reason for ur Low Scores.
PLEASE DONT TRY 2 BLAME THE UNIV..Professors..
QUESTION PAPER WAS HARD .so i faild in that subjects.

I was Sick..Health problems during d exam..

These anws will reduce ur chances
Y less in GRE ?

AS GRE is a computer based test few questions went wrong initially.so i couldnt improve my score later even after performing well.
same answer for toefl
Y havent u applied for the univs mentioned in ur score report?

At the time of taking test i havent serioulsy thought abt the univs..
once i get to know my scores i started a search
What U will Do if ur Visa is Rejctd..

this is very tricky question.so please deal carefully.
iam fulling all the requirements of visa and univ.I have sufficient bankbalance to fund my education.i have clear cut plans to come back to india.I am sure i ll be absorbed in one the mncs like ibm oracle etc etc.I beleive genuine studnet like me u wont be rejectd . EVen if i dint convince u , its up to u to decide .
And i ll analyse wher i have gone wrong to convice u and apply once again
Y should i issue a visa ?

I am fulling all the requirements of visa and univ.I have sufficient bankbalance to fund my education.i have clear cut plans to come back to india.I am sure i ll be absorbed in one the mncs like ibm oracle etc etc.I beleive genuine studnet like me .. wont be rejectd . I was thoroughly qualified and has the enough reasons to get d visa.
If u had any gap in ur educn..Then u might expect this qusn..

What were u doing from ----- till now?..
I was attending class for C, C++, Java n other
networking courses..

why u didnt work?
In india if v have to work they will ask u for 1 r
2 yrs bond... i dont wanna do it.. my first priority
is studies... i wanna finish my masters n gear up for
future before i join some company
Q. why do you want to study abroad?
how this course from a similar course in India?

how can v answer this??
We can say like our field of interest is well developed in USA ...
whaevr in research in India isalmost developed there ...
other factors like international exposure + practical knowledge etc etc

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VISA STUFF

Guys scrap me back after u get these files…….

Why USA?
• To pursue my masters program in electrical engineering.

Why only USA?
• US universities are primary research centers as the curriculum is more practical and application oriented.
• The real hands on experience in the state of art facilities can translate me into a professional.
• We can be a professional by exposure to most advanced curriculum.
• Ability to handle everything independently.
• It gives an international degree coupled with global exposure

Why international degree?
• Because nowadays competition is global.

Global exposure?
• To keep pace with the latest in the world.
• US universities give equal opportunities to international students.
• The flexibility in course duration.
• I can complete my master’s course in 15-18 months.
• I can gain time. I will be a fore runner among equals.
US is home of global giants. Like Delphi, Motorola etc.

Why M.S?
• I would like to have an in depth knowledge in my field of specialization.
• As a mark of academic excellence and for good long term fast track career opportunities.

Why not do u r MS in India?
• I have an option to go for the best.
• OR I wish to go for the best.
• Why don’t you join in IITs?
• Nowadays even IITians are going to USA for their masters.
• Ultimately it is the quality of education and right trend of exposure.

Why I have done my MS from so and so university and I am sitting over here?
• Sir, u r in the best of places, shaping up future of young Indians like me.
• Sir, given an option I would like to be u r deputy.

Who said US education is of the best quality?
• As per the world education report published by british library, it rates US education six years ahead of rest of the world.

Education in IITs is of the best quality?
• Yes sir, it is but unfortunately the admission process is influenced by several external factors.
• Like reservations and performance of an applicant in a test of 3 hrs on one particular day.
• My opportunities are reduced to chances, which is why I preferred US schools which have a transparent and clear admission policy.
Why not other countries?
• US is an undisputed leader. In other countries language is a barrier and moreover there r no equal opportunities.

Why this university?
• This is the best choice of the various admits that I have received.
• The reputation of the school, the profile of my department and the close interaction with the industry are the key factors..
• Facilities.

The department has ample resources in computing equipment, including Pentium computers and the latest high performance workstations running the full suite of Mentor Graphics Computer Aided Design software, the same software that is used by the most successful high technology companies. In addition, the department maintains laboratories for digital and analog circuit design, electric machines, physical electronics, telecommunications system design, and multimedia software development..

Each student will select from technical electives such as VLSI design (i.e., designing microchips), biomedical instrumentation, microwave transmission, communication systems, digital signal processing, microprocessors, multi-media programming, power systems design and analysis, optical electronics and computer networks.

Profile of two professors.

Prof. Madhu.S.Gupta’s areas of specialization include RF Electronics, RF and Microwave Systems, Noise and Communication Systems
Prof Fred J. Harris’s areas of specialization include Digital Signal Processing, Communications Systems Coding, Fast Algorithms

I would like to do my MS under their guidance.
The department interacts closely with the industry and the curriculum is updated to match the future demands.

When you know so much about u r university why did you apply to so many universities?
• The competition is so high, I wish not to take any chances.

On what basis did u choose the universities?
• I did a basic research work. I have referred to the Petersons guide, internet and also sought help from my friends and seniors.

Why did you not get funding?
• It depends on the policies of the school.

In the absence of funding will you work while studying?
• Yes if it relates to my academics.
• Like graduate assistantship, research assistantship, teaching assistantship and lab assistantship.

So you are looking for money?
• Sir any awards and rewards for academic performance are always welcome.

Don’t u think u r over ambitious in expecting GA, RA etc?
• I wish to perform, excel and expect.

Will you come to India for summers?
• I wish to complete my masters at the earliest.

Is it worth spending this much money for masters?
• Looking at future prospects in my field and good career it is definitely worthy.
• My parents do appreciate the importance of quality education.

What r u r parents?
• My parents are employees of State Bank Of India

Father annual income pa i.e month
Mother annual income pa i.e. /month
Rental income pa (mother) i.e . /month
Annual interest income pa

Total annual income of family 11, 75,719 pa

How r they going to support you?
• We have liquid cash sources lakhs and a family income of 11, 75,719 per annum.
• Money has never been a constraint.

How come they have accumulated so much of money?
• Our income levels have always been greater than expenses.

How many brothers and sisters?
• I have an elder sister.
• He has specialized in orthodontics.

Why is she not sponsoring you?
• My parents have good enough financials.

Do you have a house?
• Yes

Do you have a car?
• Yes, 2000 model Maruti 800. Color Red.
• Registration number AP 31 R 9828

Why did you mention your car in your CA statement?
• Sir, things like gold, silver and cars account for status symbols. And we would like to liquidate them.
• Moreover cars are depreciable

What are your future plans?
I wish to see myself as a nano designer with one of the top companies.
• Motorola, HCL technologies, HP, IBM, Intel, LG electronics etc.
• The future looks bright sir.

What is the salary you expect when you return to India?
• 5-6 lakhs per annum.

Don’t you think you’re over ambitious?
• Thanks to globalization. The pay packets in India are good. And this is what managerial people are paid.

What if you are offered a job in US?
• I will accept it if it is challenging and rewarding.

So you want to settle down in US?
• Sir, three years of experience in US can take me to the best position in Indian outfit.

What really makes you come back to India?
• There is so much untapped market in India and moreover I am comfortable with my people.

Be with your people from now itself?
• I wish to have an identity of my own.

Why don’t you join now in an Indian company?
• The positions that are offered now are at entry level. Whereas with masters I can aspire for something bigger.

Don’t you think you are little over ambitious?
• Sir, I believe setting a goal is first step to success.

What if I don’t give you a visa?
• I am sure genuine student will never be let down at the US consulate.
• Sir it is a win-win situation & I am a positive & confident student of getting a visa.

Win-win situation?
• Sir, my school will benefit from my fees and I will be benefited by my masters.

So what’s there for me in it then?
• You will go down as a hero in my autobiography.

So u will write an autobiography?
• (+Ve) YES I wish to contribute something of my own.

What if I give you a visa?
• I shall thank you profusely.

Y should i issue a visa?
am fulfilling all the requirements of visa and univ.I have sufficient bankbalance to fund my education.i have clear cut plans to come back to india.I am sure i ll be absorbed in one the mncs like ibm oracle etc etc.I beleive genuine studnet like me .. wont be rejectd . I am thoroughly qualified and has the enough reasons to get d visa..

Why should I believe that you will come back?
• Sir, I know where I will fit comfortably.
• Even the best of global giants are looking at India. So I can establish myself very quick over here.

Why your gre verbal is low?
• A few questions were little too tough. It had its impact.
• How many admits have you received?
• I have been admitted into 3 universities.
• I have been denied admission into 1 university out of seven that I have applied. ( university of Pittsburgh)
• And my application at New Mexico State University is still under review.

Which Universities did you apply to? (Both admits and rejects)?
I applied for San Diego state University, California,
Wright State University, Ohio
Clarkson University. New York
New Mexico State University
University of Pittsburgh.
Got admits in 3 Universities and 1 University admit is under departmental review.

Y havent u applied for the univs mentioned in ur score report?
At the time of taking test i havent serioulsy thought abt the univs..
once i got my scores i started a search....


You have made a poor choice. If you had come with the other I20 I would have given you a visa?
• I thank you very much for your concern sir. But this university is my choice.

You seem to come very well prepared?
• Yes

Why?
• It’s a life time interview & it gives clear direction to my career.

Have you contacted any of your professors?
• No, their time is precious. I taught it is too premature to disturb them.
• All information is available in their webpage.

Achievements of the University/ tel something about the university

SDSU is ranked as the No. 1 most productive research university, among schools with 14 or fewer Ph.D. programs based on the Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index for 2006-07.

SDSU ranks in the top 150 colleges and universities in research and development expenditures, according to the latest data available from the National Science Foundation (2005).

For two years in a row, SDSU has been ranked the No. 1 most productive research university, among schools with 14 or fewer Ph.D. programs based on the Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index. --Academic Analytics, 2007

SDSU has been designated a "Research University" with high research activity by the Carnegie Foundation.

SDSU was ranked among the nation's best graduate schools in education (No. 58) according to U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Graduate Schools 2009 Guide."

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VISA Q'S PREPARED BY MY BROTHER RATHNAKAR REDDY

1) Why did you choose this university?
I am very much interested in information technology, I have done some research work and presented some papers on Information technology and I want to gain more knowledge on that subject. This university has good resources for that course work and I can gain more knowledge and it will be helpful for my future career.
2) How many universities have you applied for?
I have applied for four universities and I got two confirmation and other 2 are in pending status.
3) Why don’t you do your masters in India and why did you select US?
I have found some universities in India and the university that I am applying is lot better than the universities in India.
4) Why did you have these many backlogs?
The reason is I worked on one research paper on my personal interest and spent lot of time on that research work and it went for almost 18 months on that project. I got the recognition for that research work from my professor as well as from my university.
5) How do you support yourself in America?

I am very strong in finance as well as myself as a person. My father has ……..properties and I have …………bank balance. I can afford my tution fees and living expenses.
6) How did you find this university?
I did some google search and posted my interest in some forums and I got 90% replies with this university name.
7) Where do you want to see yourself in next 5 years ?
I have a dream from my childhood; I want to invent some new products. I want to be a senior Architect in next 5 years.

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GENERAL VISA Q'S & ANS

1.which university u r going?
2.why this university?
3.do u know which state this univ is located?
4.what are ur future plannings?
5.Wat do u know bout the place and University u r heading to?
6.what is ur course there?
7.what is ur back ground in undergraduation?
8.Well what is ur university fee?
9.How r u going to pay ur tution fee?
10.what is ur father?
11.Wat is his income? (pm and pa)
12.How long he has been working?
13.When is he retiring?
14.Show me ur bank transaction. (pass book)
15. Show the bank statement.
16.Any siblings?
17.Any siblings in USA?
18. Wats ur mother?
19.Show the IT returns of the sponsor.
20.Are you employed?
21.Where?
22.Show the proof of employment.
23.How much do you earn?
24.Why did u choose US ?
25.Show the summary statement.
26.how many univs have u applied to?
27.Show ur GRE and TOEFL scores.
28.Brief me on ur assets.
29.wat were ur grades for ur undergrad?
30.Why is the score less in undergrad?
31.Why is the GRE score low?
32.show me ur certificaties..
33.How or Where did u get to know about this particular University?
34.Any backlogs in UG?
35.when did you complete your graduation?
36.Wat were u doing till now?
37.how many universities did u apply?
38.who is sponsoring you?
39.Shw the CA statement.
40.Which university are you from?
41.what is u'r undergraduate percentage?
42.what is u'r specialization in computer science?
43.How many admits?
44.Why not the same course in your country?
45.What will you do after your study?
46.How much savings do u have in INDIA ?
47.I am not convinced about ur financial status.
48.Is there anything else you want to show me?
49.Why are you living your current job/Why are you spending amt instead
of gaining?
50.How much do u have in your accounts?
51.Will u use all your savings for your education?

Why the specified University.
* Which Universities did you apply to (both admits and rejects).
* Show me your GRE scorecard.
* Where did you Undergraduate from.
* Who is sponsoring you.
* What does your father do.
* What is your father's Income.
* How many brothers and sisters do you have.
* Do you have any relatives in USA.
* Why don't you do this course in your country?
* What will you do after completing MS.
* Show your Experience Certificate.
* Why Study in USA.
* Did you got Scholarships.
* Have you got any Loans.
* Show your Pass Books/Bank statements.
* What is your Undergraduate GPA/Percentage..
* Parents retired? How will they pay.
* Tell about your university.
* Mention some professor names
* Tell me how can you prove that you are gonna come back ...
* Where did your brother/parents completed their studies.
* What's your Religion.
* Why are you leaving your current job?
* Have you ever been to US?
* What will you do after coming back to Home.
* You have so...brothers and sisters so your fathers saving is for
all how will u finance..
* Where do your parents live (If they live in USA).
* Do you know anyone (in USA) in your University?
* Do you know anyone in US?
* What will you do if your Visa is rejected.
* Will you come back to home during summers.
* What do you think. Why University is giving Scholarship to you...
1. Why the specified university?
2. Which universities did you apply to? (both admits and rejects)
3. Which universities accepted you?
4. Where have you done your under-graduation?
5. Who is sponsoring you?
6. What does your father do?
7. What is your father's income?
8. How many brother and sisters do you have?
9. Do you have any relatives in USA?
10. What will you do after completing MS? What are your plans after
graduation?
11. Show your experience certificate?
12. Why study in USA?

13. Did you get any scholarship?
14. Have you got any loans?
15. Show your Pass Book/ Bank Statement?
16. What is your undergraduate GPA/Percentage?
17. Tell about your university?
18. Mention some professor's names?
19. Tell me how you can prove that you are going to come back?
20. Where did your brother/ parents complete their studies?
21. Why are you leaving you current job? (if you are working)
22. Have you ever been to US?
23. What will you do after coming back?
24. Where do your parents live?
25. Do you know anyone (in USA) in your university?
26. What will you do if your visa is rejected?
27. Will you come home during summer?
28. Why do you think the university is giving you a scholarship?
29. Why do you wish to study in the USA and not in India?
30. If you have changed your field of specialization (for e.g. If you are BE
Mechanical and opting of MS in Computer Science) then tell the reasons !!!

31. How will you finance your education for 2years or 3 years? (generally you
have to prove that you can fund the first year of your education but we
suggest that you be prepared with this answer)
32. Do you have a brother/ sister, or any other relative already at this
university?
33. Tell me about yourself?
34. What are your hobbies?
35. Where do you plan to be 5 years from now?
36. Tell about your achievements?
37. What are your strengths?
38. What are your weaknesses?
39. How did you prepare for this interview?
40. Describe your dream career?
41. Why this university and not other universities?
42. Why do you plan to do MS?
43. Your passbook shows that a large amount of money has recently been
deposited? How do you explain that?
44. Why are your GRE/ TOEFL scores low?
45. You look like a potential immigrant or I don't think you will come back?
46. What do you know about US education?
47. Why are you applying for Fall only?
48. What is your Major?
49. When and where did you get your bachelor's degree?
50. What are you doing now?
51. How long will you study in USA?
52. What is your academic background?
53. What is your purpose for visa?
54. How do you know about this university?
55. Give 5 reasons that you will come back to India?
56. Why won't you stay in states?
57. Can you explain why 90% of students didn't come back?
58. Can you promise that you will not be attracted?

59. Why did you choose US but not Canada or Germany?
60. What kind of good things do you know about America?
61. What is your best/ worst quality?
62. What do you do in your spare time?
63. What is the thing that you like best in America?
64. What is the thing that you like best in India?
65. How does your study benefit India?
66. When are you going to enter US?
67. What if you don't get the job you are planning for?
68. What will your salary be then?
69. Where will you live?
70. What is your father's salary? / How long has he been working here?
71. What is your university yearly expense?
72. How do you plan to pay the fees?
73. Do you plan to study Ph D after MS?
74. What is your mother?
75. Which firm will employ you in India, mention names and status of job?
76. Why did you apply to these universities?
77. These subjects are also taught in other universities also but why this university?
78. What is your father's monthly income?
79. Why will he spend entire money on you?

80. Do you have a car? If yes, what is the number?
81. Will you return to India, if yes why?
82. What do you expect after returning back?

Interview Tips
1. What is the purpose of the trip or Which University?
-> Answer to this question will lead to other questions -> which
program/ how many schools have you applied?

2. How many universities did you apply to?
• You do not have to be Mr. Truth be Mr. Confident.
• Never say any things like just one admit and never say you have
applied to only one university.

3. Why this university / Why is this your first choice?
• Program offered by the University is good / Ranking of the university
• Projects / Research going on in the university

40.Where will you stay in the US and who will come to pick you up?
A>I will stay on -campus in the university.Once I get the visa I'll inform the university officials and then their representative will come to pick.

41.Why should I grant your visa? / What if I dont grant you the visa?
A>I have come here with positive attitude and I have fulfilled all the requirements.Your decision will change my career so I think you should grant me the visa.

Here is a collection of the most commonly asked visa interview questions with their answers. Do go through them before your interview.

1. How many universities did you apply to?
This is a very basic question, but linked to this is the second question that is shot at you.

2. How many admits/ rejects?
As explained in the above question, both of these are interlinked. Now if you applied to 4, were accepted in 1 and got 3 rejects..you don't have to be Mr. TRUTH. So put it as applied to 4, got 1, awaiting 2, 1 reject or applied to 4, got 1, awaiting 3.But then you have to state as in Question 3. that this was supposed to be your first choice anyhow, so even if you would have had the admit letters from any of the other 3, you would certainly have gone for this one. But if you are one of those type who offered to 1 and got just 1, don't go about saying that!!! Say you applied to 4 ,got 1, awaiting 3..put up the other univ's names;-) coz they think that someone who has applied to just one univ isn't really serious about his admissions and so isn't interested in educational purpose..which means a direct reject. If you applied to 11, got from just one..better say that you applied to just 4 or 5, and one reject, one admit and rest awaited. Many a times its better not to carry the reject letters, though some people advise so, but the thing is some univs reject on totally baseless matters.

What U will Do if ur Visa is Rejctd..

this is very tricky question.so please deal carefully.
iam fulling all the requirements of visa and univ.I have sufficient bankbalance to fund my education.i have clear cut plans to come back to india.I am sure i ll be absorbed in one the mncs like ibm oracle etc etc.I beleive genuine studnet like me u wont be rejectd . EVen if i dint convince u , its up to u to decide .
And i ll analyse wher i have gone wrong to convice u and apply once again.
Y should i issue a visa ?

I am fulling all the requirements of visa and univ.I have sufficient bankbalance to fund my education.i have clear cut plans to come back to india.I am sure i ll be absorbed in one the mncs like ibm oracle etc etc.I beleive genuine studnet like me .. wont be rejectd . I was thoroughly qualified and has the enough reasons to get d visa..

3. What was your first choice?
The answer to this question also is dependant on the earlier one.

4. What is your GRE/TOEFL score?
As per your details. But always try to speak out the better score first. Like if you have a good TOEFL score ,say 630, and a GRE of 1750, speak out your TOEFL first and then GRE. Usually people think, they can go and lead them by answering long and sweet, like if asked for scores, the long answer might be : "Sir, I took my Computer based TOEFL and scored 270 at it, while I took the GRE and scored 800 in Quantitative, 710 in Analytical and 430 in Verbal". Well this can heat up the officer. He/She might feel you are taking him for ride ..even if you are not. So keep it short. So let the answer be : " TOEFL 270, GRE : 1940". Thats it!!..as much as he asked for. Makes his job easier and so he doesn't get pissed off at any of your leading behaviors.

5. What are your grades like?
Spell it out as it has been at your university. Say "Sir, We have a percentage system, and i scored xx% overall" IF your final year marks excel the other sems marks, spell that one out, coz usually in some universities, they look at the final year marks to grade the student in the Certificate.When later asked as to why u said XX% whereas the total marks of all your marksheets add up to XX-5/10% then clarify yourself...(They wont always go checking all your marksheets, but then you weren't lying)

6. Which was your undergraduate college?
As per your details.

7. What was your bachelor's degree in?
As per your details.

8. What is the purpose of your trip?
MS in CS/Telecommunications/EE...whatever or PhD in MEch/

9. Which university are you planning to go to?
The University of your choice and the univ you want the VISA for.

10.Who is planning to sponsor you?
As mentioned in your I-20. If you have a scholarship, say that. Else in case the I-20 says "Family funds" say that, and you may add that sir, my father and my mother are supporting me for my higher education.

11.Why do you plan to do MS?
Say that you felt that higher qualifications give a better place, a better standard in today's competitive world. You felt that you have a good know-how of your field, but a bit more technical knowledge in "the field you are going for MS in" will serve you greatly, when you come back here and join the industry of your choice

12.Why do you wish to study in the US and not in India?
The courses in the field I am interested in are not being offered (or very few institutions offer such courses). In addition to that the research going on is something I would like to be associated with. (Speak about the facilities as well). Talk about a few researches being conducted in that field. Technical words work out when other things don't.

13. Why did u select this University?
This question can be best answered when you do a bit of homework about you university. Browse the website of the University, visit the pages of the professors, go through their projects. Now remember some of the key words, like the project a professor X is working on. Mention something about the project if the officer is listening and is giving you time to explain. When you do such things, they think that you are pretty serious about your studies and are really into it. Well, some people believe in mentioning about the rank of the university, or the student to faculty ratio..well these all things don't affect how you are interested in it. You can say all these stuff such as rank and all, but you have to state what interested you and it should be something about research or academics. You can also show letters of correspondence with your University professors. If you don't have those, build some.

14. Your passbooks show that a large amount of money has recently been deposited. How would you explain that?
(NOBODY keeps huge sums of money in their savings account, so relax! If you have borrowed the money here is what you could do Its quite likely that in the past you may have received huge sums of money like selling of some property, retirement of parents etc so u could say something like) In year X we had received Rs. T and instead of depositing the amount in a bank at a low interest rate, we invested it in other sources which gave us high interest rates or we gave it to our needy friends. Now we have taken this money back to finance my education. (Of course its really dicey to answer this question, but if you are confident you shouldnt have a problem. If you have some proof of receiving a huge sum of money some years back, make sure you carry it)
You can also say that you had private FDs , i.e you invested in private firms coz they provide higher interest rates (say out figures like 16% per annum0 as compared to the mere 9% of banks. You can show a receipt and say that now you encashed that amount, coz you needed it for your educational purposes.

15. What does your father do? What if my dad has taken the VR?
Well this does have a specific reply, but then you can put it as "Sir, My father is working with a German collaborated company for the past 25 years as a Manager in XYZ department. The long reply helps over here. If your father has taken a voluntary retirement, dont mention that he has retired. Well there are two approaches to this. One, say that your father worked with this company for the last 30 years and now has his own consultancy dealing with(insert some financial or technical terms). Two, Say that your father worked as Asst Mgr./Mgr./GM with some company for the past 25 years, took a VR and now has a consultancy of his own. Never show him to be idle, coz that means your income has drastically reduced and works as a negative point. Stating about the VR often helps coz then you can assure him that most of the money you have shown is yours coz usually people get huge amounts on taking a VR. So that does help on the financial grounds.

16. Does any of your relative stay in the US?
The answers to this vary from person to person. The two basic replies being: Either "YES" or "NO". But I believe that you be truthful at this instance. I have seen many people who have been true and werent affected by that.
In fact at an USEFI seminar, addressed by the Consulate Officer.. it was said by the officer himself that," We know that most of the student will end up staying there after completing their studies, but atleast we can do our part of skimming them. We can atleast play the part of sieving across the deserving people and not every pedestrian."
This means that they evaluate you on the basis of your merits and not by what the person staying abroad is going to do for you. And the financial part is because they want to be assured that you can atleast go through your studies fully.
It just happens that many a times, they check your file..based on details provided in your passport, and if they do apprehend you lying, that might spell trouble. So, I think telling the truth is the best thing.
If your uncle or cousin or distant aunt stays there, you dont have to say "YES" coz that doesnt matter. All that matters is your immediate relatives ..i.e own brother, sister , father or mother.


18.Why is your GRE score low ? (or any section score low)
This is the most preferred answer.I answered the first few questions incorrectly and I couldn't improve my score later even after performing well later. (Low = <1800 Otherwise you can say that you think your score is average and on the basis of that the university has given you the admission). You can also mention that "This score is considered to be ideal for the Engineers(if you are one)..or according to what you are. You can always build up a story , saying that the GRE Score interpretor sheet says that. Such as Engineers don't need to have an extra ordinary VERBAL Score, If the other sections complement it, you can show that the other sections are stressed upon by universities while selection for admission(Say this only when you think the situation is getting tense).
If you have a low VERBAL score, but a good TOEFL score, you can always say that "Please look at my TOEFL score Sir, I have done well at that". Besides GRE is just one of the many aspects that the universities look at for admission(Say this line only when you think you are drowning).

19. What are you plans after Graduation?
Be really well prepared for this question. This answer is not fool proof, but its you who can make it seem so. The basic things are:
Your field is what you will pursue
Your field is on a roll in INDIA
Your field has great opportunities
You get those opportunities even now
You get better opportunities once you do your MS
Show foreign companies coming to INDIA investing in your field
State some technical words expressing the advancements in your field
Make it seem, this field wont go ahead without guys like you ;)

21. What is your father's annual income?
This question often decides your ability to pay for your expenses. They think that money can be put into banks, but annual income is a proof which they heavily rely upon to decide the student's parents capability to spend for his educational expenses.
Whatever the officer asks. 1) What is your father's annual income? 2). What is your family's annual income?..The moment the words 'Annual Income" creeps in, state your complete family annual income, i.e if your mother is also an earning member, if you have agricultural income, if you ahve rental income plus the interests and dividends...State all of them together. Dont commit the blunder of stating just your father's income..many a times it hampers your chances..if it seems low to them. Obviously a sum of mother's income , your father's income, agricultural(if u have), ental will be more than a single one. And if they ask for the IT returns , hand over both of your parent's return statements, plus the agricultural papers plus the rental receipt(duplicate) at a time. And if he/she just argues(usually they dont) that you were asked about your father's income..then say" Sir, MY family is sponsoring me. Alongwith my father my mother is also an earning member and an income tax payee. Family funds is what the I-20 states, and so my family including my father and mother(opt brother, if u have one earning) are sponsoring me and here are their statements and proofs of other modes of income.

22.You look like Potential immigrants OR I dont think you will come back to India
This is a real tricky question. Many get blue when they hear this and lose their senses as how to tackle this question. Stay calm and think what all you can say like :"I am from a very well-to do family and money is not at all essential for me. I stand to inherit a lot from my parents (say this if u have lots of property) so staying and working in the US is not a criteria at all. The only thing i lack is this Masters (or whatever degree) which will make me a better software professional. As far as opportunity is concerned, because of the recession most of the US Companies are turning to the Indian companies for their software solutions. Most of the Indian companies have tie-ups with the US Companies (give some examples). So I am certain that with my degree I will get an equivalent opportunity and pay packet in India.

The Most Important Factor

Let me tell you something. The most important factor is "CONFIDENCE". Nothing can depose that. Whatever the answer be, if you are confident and show that you aren't nervous a bit, that will really help you get through. Complete Documents, Convincing Skills, Confidence and Present mindedness is what you have to invest. These are the keys to getting through the interview successfully. Many do get through because of sheer luck, when some of the casual officers just seem to be in a hurry to get through with the troop of VISA aspirants facing their counter.
But then I believe that your parents do all the job of putting together all the financial documents and stuff. The only thing you need to do is to put a confident self of yours over there.

These are not the only questions that are asked, they might come up with any other alien stuff. But then present mindedness and spontaneity is what helps under those situations. You have to be prepared with an answer the moment he shoots a question at you.

Don't make a face as if you just committed a sin. Hand over the documents and look at him. Remember , all your documents are as genuine as your Birth-Certificate ;).

* Rehearse the answers to common and specific questions either by taping your answers or by attending a mock interview with your friends and have their opinions and reviews and if you feel you are lacking at some points, try to improve them till you become perfect.
* Know your strengths and weaknesses, and then try to overcome them in interviews by good preparation and practice beforehand. Practice makes perfect.
*Practice to speak clearly and slowly, naturally (as you speak always), so that interviewer can understand what you are saying. Your answers should reflect clarity of thought and clarity of your intentions. Don't talk too fast sacrificing clarity; Don't be dragging either. Avoid mannerisms such as "you see", "I mean", "Sort of" "Ya Ya". When you want to differ with VO or want to present a different view to VO, use phrases such as "Let us look at this from a different angle" and present your views.

* Read your financial documents thoroughly and ask yourself possible questions from them. You should be able to defend and support your documents be it Academics, qualifying exams scores and financial documents in all ways possible.

* Carry all documents in an order in a folder with multiple pouches (Like harmonium folder). So that you can put different set of documents into different pouches (like University documents set, Scores set, Marks sheets set, financial documents set, property documents set etc) it will be very easy for you to remove and present them to VO without any time waste, whenever asked for. The speed at which you are able to show the relevant document whenever asked for also counts a lot.
At Interview

* Use formal dress to appear for interview.
* Use Executive clothing; deep and bright colors may not suit the occasion.Clothes have to be clean and ironed to represent order and discipline.
* Carry only relevant documents.
* Do not present any certificates unless asked for.
* Remember to collect all the certificates given for perusal at the interview. And if you had any doubts clarify there itself.
* Greet the interviewer first, even if VO is not listening or not looking at you.
* While answering questions remember to look at the interviewer instead of looking down. Keep continuous eye contact with visa officer throughout the interview.
* Avoid bad body language and mannerisms like touching moustache, scratching nose, or arranging hair or any kind of unwanted things as per the interview norms.
* Listen to questions carefully to comprehend. If you have not understood a question, politely request for a repeat.
* Give short answers unless asked for longer ones. If possible always be prepared with two sets of answers for questions, both long and short. First give short answer and if VO asks for details then give long answer or explain in detail. So that you will be still in comfort zone.
* Exude confidence but not arrogance.
* Mouth all words clearly and speak loud enough to hear.
* Answer immediately without wasting time.
* Avoid being too humorous or ironical in your answers. But little fun with good sense of humor is always welcome.
* Keep looking at the VO and never at other things in the room or at other counters.
* Don't become conscious of others looking at you or watching. Remember its your visa and your future. Between VO and you no one exists.
* Give authentic information about any details connected with your documents. Remember they can cross-verify any detail within no time.
• Answers should not be given in a raised voice even when the question comes in that manner. Remember VO will be having tough time too, with huge volumes of applicants and asking same questions and listening almost identical answers day in and day out. They too will be under great pressure to issue a visa till the applicant intentions and arranging of funds are made clear to them. It's not that we should feel comfortable in interview, but in our personal opinion we should also make VO comfortable by presenting all facts and figures in a systematic and organized way of answering, presenting documentary evidence whenever necessary or asked for.
* Never become desperate, wearisome and tiresome even if the interview is going in a long way than expected. Still try to maintain your composure, looking positive, confident and smiling.
* Answer questions in simple single sentences. Use a language that is easy to understand but formal in its usage.
* Avoid giving additional information unless asked for it.
* If you are complimented for your answers, achievements, scores and percentages, remember to thank the VO.
* Avoid repeating the phrases or words. Remember you have gone through GRE and TOEFL and speak accordingly.
* Keep a smiling face so as to welcome any questions.
* It is un-wise to contradict an answer through a subsequent answer. Always stick to the same answer whenever asked for.
* An applicants behavior should convince the VO about the quality of personality that the candidate has.
* Avoid any exhibition of emotions other than the feelings of welcoming questions and ready to give the answers.
* You have to make the answers short, to the point and precise.
* Develop Language skills including good pronunciation and effective expressions.
* Use simple yet forceful language.
* Practice to arrange facts logically.
* Meet difficult questions with a smile.
* Don't be unduly emotional during interview.
* If you present an argument give facts to support it.
* Continue to be pleasant throughout
• * Learn about research areas in your major at your university.
* Be confident and positive throughout, and apply presence of mind.
* Don't contradict your previous answer in your next answer.
* Have a good memory of CA statement b4 going to consulate – Various sources of incomes and amounts.
* Stick to same answers even if Vo is asking the same questions again and again.
* Write your name address phone no passport no at back of DD's or write as per your consulate rules
* Sign i-20 before going to consulate.
* Be relaxed and don't show that you are desperate to go to US.
* Avoid calling the officers Sir excessively, which will be irritating to them.
* Avoid saying pardon, come again, I didn't get you, Just say something expecting question based on document in his hand. * If you guessed wrong question he will question you again.
* Watch the lips of the person while you are at counter as if you are not able to listen to them cause of bad quality of speakers, you can at-least guess question from lip movements, at worst you can at-least understand VO is asking you something.
* Don't give more information than needed or asked by them.
* Answer only to question; do not try to justify your answer unless asked.
* Do not let your answers contradict values from your Statements. Be careful in this regard.
* Study thoroughly the complete documentation mentioned in the CA statement, especially if it is family friend and be prepared for questions on them like what is the sponsor's income, what is the value of the property, how much of the funds is in liquid / semi-liquid form.
* Be prepared with convincing / strong reasons for returning to your homeland. (Present and Future employment options of your chosen field, Family, business, financial set-up, etc.)
* Make Eye contact. Look at VO when he/she is speaking. Don't look away while answering or listening.
* Act natural.
* Listen to the question carefully and let the interviewer complete the question before you answer.

FINAL note:
• Just be cool, confident and vibe well with VO.
* Whenever there's a chance, flash a smile.
* Whenever an embarrassing question was asked, and you don't know how to answer, just flash a smile, have two invisible deep breaths and start saying the relevant thing.
* Be positive in all actions and expect positive outcome. Have good body language.
* Even the interview is going the other way also don't loose your confidence. Things will be on-track again in your favor if you are confident and stay positive.
* Don't give big answers, just precise and to-the-point answers will do, unless asked for.
* No need to explain tons and tons of things.
* Have a precise answer for how you are arranging funds. Give a gist of your sponsor's financial position and if VO asks to explain, then only give detailed answer for that. Be prepared with a good answer, both precise one and a detailed one.
* Don't show any document until asked for.
* Most important thing is presence of mind and with that you should be able to get the interview always on track. It's only in you how to get the interview back on track.
GOLDEN RULES 4 visa
* Looking good and confident.
* Looking disciplined and organized.
* Sounding natural in accent and communication.
* Maintaining eye-to-eye contact with VO throughout interview.
* Staying positive throughout.
* Clarity of thought in expressing views.
* Speaking Loud with confidence.
* Having good presence of mind.
* Showing good knowledge about your area of interest.
* Having good and credible future plans.
* Proving you as a serious student in studies.
* A little bit of sense of humor.
* Exude professionalism in whatever you do &
* Smile and put Visa Officer at ease.
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HOW TO APPROACH

1) Greet the visa officer by saying hello. In a day half the people forget to say because of the nervous. So don’t be nervous and say hello.
2) We can asses by viewing each person what is the purpose he is going to us? And he pointed one person beside him and immediately told that this guy need B1/B2 Visa for training in his project in US. Yes, He was right. He the told “ I told because by seeing the shirt (TATA logo) and the tag in his neck.
3) Please give only the Consulate folder. ( Consulate will verify all your DS-forms, I20, passport when you entered and put it in a folder and returned to you. Then you will be directed to a different building. This is of VISA issue building.)
4) Don’t give any other documents to VO unless he asked. He said all the remaining doucments are only to support the forms in the consulate given folder.
5) Because accents is different put the effort to understand what is he asking? Pay attention , listen, understand and asnswer the questions.
6) Finally he warned all the people who put fake certificates. He said, we are right 95 times out of 100. If we are sure that your documents are fake we reject you and the chances become worse for next times also. We allow you to play $100 but second and 3rd times also we reject. We don’t tell you the reason why?

So my suggestion is people who are giving the documentation to the consultancies verify twice or thrice make sure you don’t find any mistakes in your documentation. Otherwise you will be the looser. So know what is in the documents exactly. Read them understand them. Know the purpose of the different documents. Don’t foget to write your name in your native language on DS-157 or DS-158. Don’t make any mistakes in filling these forms.

You will have enough time to present the documents the visa officer has asked. Don’t be hurry in searching a document. Remember and practice where you have kept the documents in your folder. Be patient while standing in the line. Be attentive. Each interview last for 1 or 2 minutes only. Put your all efforts to be confident and pay attention. Be honest in your answers. Be concise also. Dont give long stories to them. Answer to the point and confidently, truly. That is enough. I guess this will help you a lot in getting your visas.
Visa is in your Hands Go and get it
Hi my visa was approved on 7th June I don’t want tell anything about the procedure coz it is well evident to u.
But I want to tell u one thing
Regarding rejections main criteria for rejection is number of backlogs (30%) and Bank statements (70%)

VOS encounter with many students with different profiles and lets leave students who are having great profiles and it’s a cake walk to them.
But what about students who are having average and weak profiles for such type of students VO mainly concentrate on their Bank Statements.
See either u must have a great profile or you must Have strong bank statements.
But if u don’t meet either of the two Damn ur visa will be rejected.

This is a word to students with average and weak profiles If U are asked to show your bank statements which means u got an opportunity to put up ur authenticity.

A WORD TO ALL

Generally speaking VOS know that u will accumulate money just one and half month before the visa interview coz nobody will have money in the account 1 year or 2 years before the visa interview and that’s damn true.

So What I mean to say is Even if u have accumulated money 1 month before the interview show him the proofs how u got all the funds And proofs play a major role in the interview

Generally if applicants are asked show their bank statements they show

Account confirmation letter

Pass book

Past 6 months transaction sheet (I accept that these are enough)

But if Vo asks u how u got all these funds in this month how will u answer???
So I suggest u carry proofs for every transaction. Then if the Vo asks u how u got the funds in this month then u can show the proof then the VO will be convinced and the next moment ur visa will be approved even though if ur profile is bad.
My interview lasted for 30 seconds as usually might not be helpful to u??
Percentage, parents, bank statements were not asked.

But I am also attaching possible visa questions and the way to answer them
What do u expect from the university??
I believe the program offered will help me to acquire the versatility and full potential as a professional in my field.

Why Don’t you do this course in your country??
See this is a tricky question don’t ever try to degrade our country by saying no research no sophisticated infrastructure nor praise U.S.A if u answer in such a way Vo will not be pleased.

You can attend the question like

The research and infrastructure my university provides can be acquired even in India also but only offered in prestigious institutes which are few in number and hence great competition so I opted U.S.

Talk about your academic grades????
Tell him your percentage and where u stand in the class.

Would u like to do PHD after masters???
Don’t ever bluntly say no do u know the logic behind , now a days visa is approved for 5 years which mean an international student can complete his masters along with PHD.
VO’S expects us to pursue our PHD also.

Why US??
TO pursue my masters in XXXX in XXXXXX university.

How did u come to know about the university??
Don’t ever say my friend suggested me and such sort of answers.

Attend like this
After giving GRE and ToeFL I forwarded my profile to Sites like I20fever and F1 Study and they suggested me some couple of universities and later I mailed to the students over there and got a positive feed back.

Why this specific university????
Don’t say stuff like it suits my profile best among my admits.
Attend like this

XXXX is a research extensive university and there 23 affiliated research centers and among 5 are dedicated my Dept.Tell him How your university is getting funds and endowments. And also tell him the current research going in your dept and further tell him you interest in that area.

What does U.S mean to u???
It’s a destination to do may masters.+

Why do u want to study in U.S???
U.S encourages international students.
Globally recognized degree.
Global exposure through which I can develop professionally which enhance my skills.

Why MS????
My undergraduation covers only fundamentals of Engg. I don’t want to be ajack of all and I want to specialize in one particular field (specify your field of interest) for which I need masters.

Do u know anyone in US????
Don’t say no and you not supposed to talk about your relatives but tell him that u know some of your seniors pursuing masters there.

What will do if your Visa is rejected???
(OR)
Give me one good reason to approve your visa???

Sir I have fulfilled all the requirements of the American consulate and moreover I am academically good enough and financially strong. I have belief that I will not be let down. Even if I didn’t convince u I analyze where I have gone wrong and apply once again.

Why did u get rejected from other universities???
Its due large number of applicants prevailing competition might created this scenario.

Is it worth spending this much amount of money on your masters??
I am determined to do masters and both of my parents were Post graduates and they do appreciate quality education moreover they are financially sound encouraging me to do masters which is my dream.

Who is sponsoring you??
My parents are going to sponsoring me.

How are they doing so???
Sir I have XXXX lakhs in my saving account in support to that I have FDs worth XXX,
Lic policies, PFs,in addition to that we have fixed assets worth XXX.

Do u think it’s a burden to u parents to fund U??
Confidental say NO tell him about your Parents work experience and their annual income and regarding their PF and other sorts of income.

What is application of your work( your course)??
I opted wireless technologies and it is applied in home automation, commercial building automation ,industrial plant monitoring,cell phones,consumer electronics.like

These type of questions must be answered with solid technical stuff and vo can know that we know something.

Why electrical engineering???
As the usages of electrical goods are necessarily increasing in the modern world so equal number of opportunities are there for electrical engg Moreover my under graduation is also done in the same stream.

Why do u want to specialize in wireless???
It is a track which features latest and emerging technologies I got fascination towards wireless technologies like Blutooyh, Wifi, Wimax, 3g, 4g and Zigbee.

Why international exposure required??
This helps me to develop professionally which enhances my skills.

Name the professors under which you are going to study??
You can get the answer from your respective university website.

Why do u want to go for masters instead of working here??
I am determined to do masters so I have not attended campus placements which are held in Our College I don’t want to to join in an entry level job with masters degree I will be recruited in a hierarchically.

How do u think you fared??
I did just fine.

What scope you have for this in your country???
Wirless is most emerging field in India companies like reliance Tata are investing hundreds of millions in this field. India is second market for Siemens Company in asia.
Tell VO regarding Companies which are pertinent to ur field.

Tell me something about ur undergraduation???
I am guy from E.C.E. In the first year I was brushed with fundamentals of engg likeXXX and in later years I was introduced to the core subjects like XXXXXXXX..

Why AWA score was less????
As it is the first section in the exam I was bit tensed about the time

Regarding GRE and ToeFl scores???
As far as your GRE & TOEFL scores are concerned, your TOEFL score might be better in comparision with the GRE score, so talk about your TOEFL score first. For your GRE score being low, say that you lost your marks in the initial ques and even though you improved and did well in the later part of the exam, you were not able to pull up your scores, say that you had put in your best efforts. Do admit that scores are less if they say so, however also explain that you had put in your best efforts. Let them know that these scores are average and hence you have your admits as well.

How many Backlogs????
Tell him accordingly. And don’t forget to tell him that you have cleared all of them.

Why u didn’t fare well in your undergraduation
Sir, the day when i joined in my UG i have elected as a comity member. So i have participated in so many cultural activities and also i am a team member. I thought that i can balance between my studies and sports.But i didn't do it 100%.The day when i have realized i resigned all my memberships and completely concentrated on my studies.Cleared all my backlogs and cleared the last year subjects without any backlogs with first class percent.Now i desperately want to do Masters for my bright future.

The Most Important Factor

Let me tell you something. The most important factor is "CONFIDENCE". Nothing can depose that. Whatever the answer be, if you are confident and show that you aren't nervous a bit, that will really help you get through. Complete Documents, Convincing Skills, Confidence and Present mindedness is what you have to invest. These are the keys to getting through the interview successfully. Many do get through because of sheer luck, when some of the casual officers just seem to be in a hurry to get through with the troop of VISA aspirants facing their counter.
But then I believe that your parents do all the job of putting together all the financial documents and stuff. The only thing you need to do is to put a confident self of yours over there.

These are not the only questions that are asked, they might come up with any other alien stuff. But then present mindedness and spontaneity is what helps under those situations. You have to be prepared with an answer the moment he shoots a question at you.

Don't make a face as if you just committed a sin. Hand over the documents and look at him. Remember , all your documents are as genuine as your Birth-Certificate ;).

What will be your total expenses during the course?
This is very important. Please tell according to your fee mentioned on i20.


Tell me about your finances/what your annual income is / tell me about your incomes. What’s your father total annual income?
As soon as you hear this question PLEASE tell him about your TOTAL annual income and after that you can say my father annual income is this ,my mothers is this and through rent .... and through agriculture XXX ….if you have other resources you can say them. So with this my father’s TOTAL annual income is XXX.
Visa Officer will be pleased with this answers.
If you say my fathers income (salary is) 2.5 lakhs and later if you plan to say other income resources, Visa Officer wont be interested to listen all that stuff. So please tell him total annual income FIRST.


Who are your sponsors?

TELL accordingly.

Don’t you think it is burden on your parents to fund your education?

NO mam/sir.I don’t think so. MY parents have been working for the past 20 years. They have accumulated me xxx amount of money and xxx amount of bank balance through savings. So I don’t find any problem to fund my education. Please be careful with the figures of your parent’s salaries and bank balance and property assets. If your bank balance is 20laks 30 thousand 202 rupees u can say around 20lakhs …ok be careful with that.

Have u taken the loan ?

Tell accordingly. If Yes, then you have to show the proof for it..
Please don’t listen to the crap like, if you show loan it will jeopardize your chances etc.
Showing a loan is not at all a problem


Do you own a Car?

Please tell them you own it even if u don’t have. Because your showing huge amount of money as assets and bank balance. So tell them you own and tell them model and also car number.
IF they ask you to show your documents.
Firstly show them your CA report...Don’t try to give your folder...
IF they ask for CE and bank statement then give them.


I feel that for your annual income, you may find it difficult to fund your education in USA .How do u tackle?

NO mam/sir. I don’t think so. MY parents have been working for the past 20 years. They have accumulated me xxx amount of money and xxx amount of bank balance through savings. So I don’t find any problem to fund my education. Please be careful with the figures of your parent’s salaries and bank balance and property assets.


Do you have any siblings (Brothers & Sisters)? What are they ??

It’s better to bluff here. If you say your siblings are studying...Like 4th b.tech...etc...
You may be exposed to another question. How will your parents can sponsor them etc...
Remember... Whatever the bluff, you have to defend it. Please take care with D.S forms. Because they will check your DS forms. While your answering for such a Question...
If they found you are lying. Then for no doubt they will reject the visa. So be careful with that. Please try to remember what you had written in your DS forms

PLEASE BE VERY CAREFUL WITH YOUR FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS... GO THROUGH ALL THE VALUES OF your PROPERTIES AND SALARIES OF UR PARENTS

Why these backlogs..

FREINDS backlogs don’t matter.[/b]

But what matters is how u defend them and which VO you’re facing.
If the VO is cool then she will easily get convinced with your answers.

If the V.O is stern. Then u have 2 show your acting capabilities..
The only thing matter here is how u can convince the V.O
If u have all the backlogs in first 3 sems you are lucky.
u can say" i have all these backlogs in first 3 sems. I have participated in extra curricular activities like paper presentations and also involved in sports. So I couldn’t concentrate on studies. Later with the guidance of professors and seniors I have cleared them. I have got good marks in the subject which I am going to take specialization and more over I got good % in 4-2 project work which can be attained only through practical knowledge.

Back logs in Final Year.3-2, 4-1, 4-2 you can say unfortunately my exam dates were clashed with GRE and TOEFL exam dates so I couldn’t concentrate on that. Even u can show this reason for your Low Scores
PLEASE DONT TRY TO BLAME THE UNIVERSITY....Professors….
QUESTION PAPER WAS HARD .so I failed in those subjects.

I was Sick. Health problems during the exam..

These answers will reduce your chances.

Why less in GRE

AS GRE is a computer based test few questions went wrong initially. So I couldn’t improve my score later even after performing well.
Same answer for TOEFL.

Why haven’t you applied for the universities mentioned in your score report?

At the time of taking test I haven’t seriously thought about the university
once I get to know my scores I started a search

What you will do if your Visa is rejected?

Why should I issue a visa?

If u had any gap in your education, then you might expect this question.

What were u doing from ----- till now?

I was attending class for C, C++, Java n other
networking courses..

Why u didn’t work?

In India if we have to work, they will ask you for one or
two years bond... I don’t want to do it... my first priority
is studies... I want to finish my master’s and gear up for
future before I join some company.

Groundwork for my interview

• What is the purpose of your trip?

To pursue my masters in EE at CSU, LA

• Why do you wish to pursue the program that you have applied to?
As I have a keen interest in the working of electronics which are the backbone of today’s world I have chosen EE in my undergraduate studies, I wish to enhance my skill expertise and knowledge

• Which university are you planning to go to?
CSUN, in LA

• Why do you want to attend this school?
CSUN in LA is one of the best schools for research in EE and I liked the work of Dr. XXXXX & Dr. YYYYYY both of whose I feel is very much related to my final year project

• Name some other schools that you have applied to?


• Why did you select this University?
LA is commercial capital on the west coast, this would provide me with ample opportunities to experience a wholesome life and moreover the climate is similar to my hometown Hyderabad

• How did you came to know about this university?
Seniors at college have guided me in my research for applications. In this regard, taking into account the research work, I have chosen this university.

• Have you contacted any professor in your university?
CSUN in LA is one of the best schools for research in EE and I liked the work of Dr. XXXXX & Dr. YYYYYY both of whose I feel is very much related to my final year project

• Who is sponsoring you?
My parents,

• any relatives in the US?
No
• Why is your TOEFL score low?
As it was the first time, maybe due to nerves, but that doesnot mean my English is bad, as I have a very competitive IELTS score of 7, which emphasizes on the grip I have on my communication skill in eng.

• What are your greatest achievements?
There are many memorable but the most memorable of them is me being elected as the President of the IEEE student chapter of my college, with strength of 1000 students.
• What are you plans after completing your studies?
I wish to pursue my research in nanotechnology/ chip development

• Is it worth spending a huge amount for your graduate program in USA
To quench the thirst of knowledge I feel no sum of money is high spending

• what guarantees can u give for returning to u r country
I have a sister who needs my responsibility and parents who are ageing fast, I wish they not continue their hard work but retire early and enjoy their old age

• How many universities have you applied?
6 of which I have been admitted into 5

• How many I20 did you got?
5

• Have you got any aid from your university?
No, but I have promising conversations with professors who I’m sure will be keen to give me a GA

• If u are not given a visa, then what is u r next plan?
I have been taken in as a trainee Engineer at cyber motion Company, which is the foremost in chip development, but I wish to peruse my masters and quench my thirst for knowledge in the field of embedded systemsPurpose of visit
To pursue masters degree at the university of Massachusetts Dartmouth in electronics and communication engineering with specialization in VLSI design and applied electromagnetism

Why USA
Research avenues are plenty and that gives a chance of rich practical exposure

Why not other countries
I have not opted for other countries because the best option is USA


Some candid Tips:-

[b]1) Make yourself presentable.
2) Wear a smile on ur face. And don’t forget to greet the Officer.
3) Visa Officer’s are good human beings. They try to make applicants as comfortable as possible.
4) Try wearing pink or white colored clothes. As per psychological studies Pink and White colors represent a clean and an honest soul. And pink color is considered luck as well.
5) Don’t lean on the table in front of the Visa Officer. Remember that the mic is very sensitive and u don’t have to lean onto it to make urself audible to the Visa Officer.
6) Do not worry if ur English isn’t fluent. Just be honest and it will do the trick.
7) Believe that you can make it. Don’t go with a negative attitude.
And finally do not read the messages posted on the VISA Denial Forum before your VISA day. They are discouraging. Read the VISA approved stories[/b]

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