Questions Civil Engineers Actually Ask
Honest answers to common questions about Sirjna, exams, career planning, and study abroad.
Exams
Do you guarantee I'll pass the FE/PE exam?
No. We provide diagnostics, study plans, and accountability—but passing depends on your execution. We focus on systems, not guarantees. If you want guaranteed pass promises, we're not the right fit.
How is this different from typical exam prep?
We provide adaptive diagnostics that assess your actual readiness, personalized study plans based on your gaps, and weekly accountability through cohorts. No hype, no guarantees—just structured execution. We don't copy NCEES content or make false promises.
Do you use NCEES questions or copyrighted content?
No. All questions are original and IP-safe. We do not copy or derive from NCEES, PPI, EET, or any other copyrighted materials. Our diagnostics use original questions designed to assess readiness without infringing on intellectual property.
How much time per week should I expect to invest?
Default study plans assume 8-10 hours per week for working engineers. You can adjust based on your schedule, and the plan redistributes tasks accordingly. For full-time students, you might allocate more time. The key is consistency, not cramming.
What if I'm already using another exam prep service?
That's fine. Sirjna focuses on diagnostics, study planning, and accountability. You can use our system alongside other prep materials. We're not trying to replace everything—we're adding structure and execution support.
Can I use Sirjna for PE Civil if I'm not doing FE?
Yes, but PE Civil support is still in development. We're starting with FE Civil and will expand to PE Civil depth exams (Construction, Transportation, Water, Structural, Geotechnical) in future phases.
Career
Do you guarantee job placement or employment?
No. We provide career planning systems, portfolio building guidance, and job search support. We do NOT place you in jobs or guarantee employment. We help you present yourself effectively and plan your career path.
Do you ghostwrite resumes, LinkedIn profiles, or cover letters?
No. We help you structure and refine your materials, but we don't write them for you. We provide templates, guidance, and feedback—but the content must be yours. This is about building your authentic professional presence.
What's included in the Career Planner?
The Career Planner includes experience tracking, skills mapping, portfolio building, and career readiness diagnostics. Pro Career features (coming soon) will add resume review, job matching, and direct mentor access.
How does career readiness scoring work?
We assess five dimensions: technical skills, tools proficiency, portfolio depth, networking, and job search readiness. Each dimension is scored based on your profile data. The overall score helps identify gaps and prioritize development areas.
Tools
Are the engineering calculators free?
Yes. All engineering calculators and templates are free and available in your portal. We may add premium tools in the future, but the core calculator library will remain free.
Can I use the calculators offline?
Currently, calculators require portal access. We're considering offline versions for future releases, but for now, you need internet access to use the tools.
How accurate are the calculator results?
Our calculators use standard engineering formulas and are designed for educational and preliminary design purposes. Always verify critical calculations with licensed engineers and appropriate design codes. These tools are aids, not replacements for professional judgment.
Study Abroad
Do you file visas or provide legal immigration services?
No. We focus on planning and execution—profile analysis, shortlisting, application timelines, and pre-arrival orientation. We do NOT file visas or provide legal immigration services. For visa matters, consult a qualified immigration attorney.
Do you guarantee admission or funding?
No. We provide systems and guidance for planning your application journey. Admission and funding decisions are made by universities, not by us. We help you present yourself effectively, but we don't control outcomes.
Do you ghostwrite SOPs, personal statements, or essays?
No. We help you structure and refine your statements, but we don't write them for you. Authentic, personal statements are essential for strong applications. We provide frameworks and feedback, not ghostwriting.
Is this only for Indian engineers?
The study abroad vertical is specifically designed for Indian civil engineers applying to US MS/MEng programs, given the unique challenges and opportunities in that path. However, the planning principles and tools can be useful for other international students as well.
Platform & Policies
Is Sirjna affiliated with NCEES, ASCE, or exam prep companies?
No. Sirjna is independent. We're not affiliated with NCEES, ASCE, PPI, EET, or any exam prep companies. We're a planning and execution system built by a practicing Civil PE, for civil engineers.
Who is Sirjna best suited for?
Civil engineers who want structure, accountability, and honest guidance—not hype or guarantees. If you prefer self-study without structure, or if you want guaranteed pass promises, we're probably not the right fit.
What's the difference between free tools and cohorts?
Free tier includes limited diagnostics, newsletter access, 3 engineering tools, and community forum. Exam Cohorts include full diagnostic engine, personalized study plans, weekly cohort check-ins, readiness tracking, and all engineering tools. Pro Career (coming soon) adds full career planning, portfolio builder, resume review, job matching, and mentor access.
What's your refund policy?
We offer refunds within 7 days of purchase if you're not satisfied. After that, refunds are considered on a case-by-case basis. See our Terms of Service for full details.
How do I contact support?
Email us at contact@sirjna.com or use the contact form on our website. We typically respond within 24-48 hours. For urgent matters related to active cohorts, use the cohort communication channels.
Still Have Questions?
Reach out to us via the contact form or explore the portal to see how Sirjna works in practice.