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Why is IIT Kharagpur Electrical Engineering department so deadly? How do they differ from others' IIT Electrical Department?
My brother had offers from IITs to choose any branch except CSE and chose Electrical Engineering in IIT KGP. To date, he does not regret his decision. There are ups and downs in every Institute; it just takes time to adapt yourself to such situations.
It is true that some professors overdo it and push you to the extreme, but if you look at this in a positive manner, it’s their pushing that eventually helps you succeed. There are many seniors who might make fun of your tiny efforts in the labs but trust me, today when they will look back, they will surely be regretting the time they wasted watching movies or series.
My brother told me that Electrical Engineering gave him so many friends and experiences that make him yearn for college life today. The labs are old-fashioned and lack much activity in contrast to a SigNet lab/ Power Systems lab.
- Curriculum: The primary aim of the course curriculum offered in Electrical Engineering at IIT KGP is to impart to students tools and skills that will make it possible for them to excel in departments such as Electronics, Communication, Computers, Aerospace, and Energy.
- Job prospects: An important point to note is that Electrical Engineering does not prepare you for a job but for higher education in the respective areas. Many people from the department pursue M.S. in Aerospace and Material Sciences.
- Faculty: While many may not agree, the faculty is excellent except for a few. The cream faculty include Prof. D Das, Prof TKB, Prof S Patra, and Prof S Chattopadhyay among others. Interacting with them might change your opinion regarding the IIT KGP faculty.
- Research: The research is obviously not at par with that conducted in CS or EC, but it surely does justice to the department itself.
I think it’s high time people clear misconceptions about Electrical Engineering and develop a positive opinion about it. We should stop running after jobs and companies and in turn let companies seek us.
How are the hostel rooms at vmmc?
I will give you some details about the boys’ and girls’ hostels at VMMC.
There are two boys’ hostels and one girls’ hostel at VMMC. The two boys’ hostels are- Old Boys’ Hostel and New Boys’ Hostel. The hostels offer AC facilities, and you can decorate your rooms as per your wish.
There is no curfew system in the hostels. A water cooler and purifier are available for each floor, and you’ll get an uninterrupted power supply. Local students have to wait for months before getting a hostel room.
Let me tell you about these hostels in detail-
Old Boys’ hostel and Girls’ Hostel:
- These have decent two-seater rooms. Final-year students and interns get a single room for themselves.
- Each room has only a single cupboard. The rooms aren’t very spacious, but aren’t cramped either.
- People of the same batch share the same floor.
- Washrooms aren’t very clean but are functional and bearable.
New Boys’ Hostel-
- It is located across the road, in front of Gate 7, just 400 meters away from the main campus. You may get this hostel from 4th-5th sem. It has larger rooms and a greener campus. Final year students get a single room. 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students get two-seater rooms. The rooms have an attached balcony.
The VMMC hostels are quite good, and the campus is filled with greenery. You will enjoy your hostel life at this college.
Which is better, St. Joseph’s in Bangalore or Christ University?
St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore is a better option. It is among the top B-Schools in Bangalore. The institute gives utmost priority to academics and placements. According to St Joseph’s Bangalore placement highlights the average CTC is INR 4 LPA. Students get recruited by companies like EY, Zomato, Amazon, etc.
As St. Joseph is located at the center of the city, it is easy to commute to and fro from the college.
How hectic is AFMC Pune?
The level of hecticness at AFMC Pune or any medical college actually depends on the kind of crowd you are surrounded with. While most believe that your life becomes peaceful once the first term is over, I negate this opinion because, in reality, you will experience the most hectic life during those initial days. Once again, here, I answer what I have experienced.
A close friend shared his experience of the initial days at AFMC.
- On the first evening, he along with his batchmates were summoned by the fresher NCO. He informed everyone about the rules and regulations they were required to follow.
- The first day began with early morning PT before which everyone had shaved off their face and worn the PT uniform. A headcount confirmed the attendance and they were asked to run from U block to Otilia Mascarenhas Sports Ground.
- They were then required to change and assemble to go to Central Cadets Mess in just 15 minutes. After that, they headed to their lectures.
- After classes were over, they went back to U block and were called for evening games an hour later. Games were followed by dinner.
- After dinner, the students assembled for the last task of the day, orientation.
- After the orientation, their mess warden addressed them and they were finally dismissed.
Overall, the fresher term is the most hectic time at AFMC also because you haven't adjusted to the environment. But slowly the burden is reduced and you start enjoying your college life.
What should a person know about IIT Bombay just before entering?
IIT Bombay offers a lot more than just academics, so once you enter IIT B, get ready for a life-changing experience. It's always exciting to explore yourself, but here are a few tips:
- Manage your priorities and avoid getting lost between sleep, study, and social life.
- Attending classes, completing assignments, and preparing for exams are crucial to academic success.
- Seek help from seniors or student mentors if you're ever in doubt.
- Disciplinary action will be taken if you're caught in possession or under the control of alcohol, drugs, or other dangerous substances.
- Explore the beautiful campus of IIT Bombay during your first few days, but be mindful of prohibited areas and potential dangers.
How much time does JNTUK take to process an OD application?
The time taken by JNTUK to process your OD application solely depends on your luck. My brother had applied at the end of the year around December and did not receive it even after two months while his friend applied for it quite late and received it through post before him. His application status showed pending so he decided to call JNTUK but they refused to help him. He then took his fee receipt and filled out an application at the campus itself and to his relief got the OD within 15 days.
So, try your luck and apply soon as the fees are increased for every convocation.
How did Kritika Jain from IIT Bhubaneshwar managed to clear both IIM Ahmedabad and UPSC simultaneously(in her first attempt) considering both have completely different syllabus?
Although the two entrance exams CAT and UPSC have an entirely different syllabus. Most of you do not accept that CAT is a test that just checks your aptitude. It has been noticed that many of the candidates with apparently good English and Maths scored more than 99.9 percentile without putting in a lot of effort into their preparation.
Following were the reasons that helped Kritika Jain to crack both CAT as well as UPSC in her first attempt were:
- She mainly focused on UPSC during her preparation phase.
- Since she had put all of her time and energy into UPSC, she was able to clear it by her dedicated hard work.
- Clearing CAT requires aptitude which Kritika was good at. Hence, her talent helped her clear CAT without any extra hard work.
- IIM Ahmedabad interview merely requires a decent hold on your subjects, general knowledge that you get from UPSC itself, communication skills, and obviously, confidence.
- Kritika prepared for the UPSC interview so she didn't have to prepare separately for IIM A, thus making it much easier for her to clear IIM Ahmedabad.
You should try to understand that I’m not preaching here that it is ideal to sail two different boats when it comes to acting in such exams, but it is also not recommended to give up before trying only because of the fear of failure.
Moreover, the first attempt of the candidate has its own advantages, such as positivity and being full of energy. If you have a fixed goal with a strong focus, you can even crack UPSC in your first attempt. Hence, giving up your fear will definitely push you to give your best in any exam.
Is it worth doing an M.Tech from DTU?
Whether or not you should consider doing an M.Tech from DTU depends on several factors. These factors are-
- Brand Name- If you wish for the tag of a prestigious institution to be attached to your degree, DTU is the right choice for you. My sister had done her B.Tech from a college that is not well known, so she decided to go for her M.Tech from DTU to get the DTU tag.
- Placements- DTU has a good placement record. This is especially true for the CS and IT branches.
- Poor Research Environment- If you wish to go for research, DTU will disappoint you. The faculty will only be there to ‘support’, you will be on your own. The research facilities are also not up to the mark. The seniors are helpful. Overall, the environment is not very nourishing for research endeavors.
Even the teaching is not up to the mark.
- Other options- An M.Tech degree from DTU is equivalent to an M.Tech degree from a good NIT. If Delhi is the place for you, you should choose DTU or the nearest good NIT.
- Preparation- If you wish to go for teaching as a profession, you will get ample time to prepare for your NET/JRF during your M.Tech from DTU.
Even if you wish to go for government jobs after your M.Tech, you will get ample time for your preparation.
For hostel facilities, food, location, library, and study environment, DTU is a good university.
You must consider all these factors before choosing or not choosing DTU for your M.Tech. Overall, DTU is a prestigious and well-known university.
Is it difficult to study in IISc Bangalore?
Studying at IISc Bangalore is difficult. Some challenges that you will face as a student are - plenty of assignments that are difficult at times, bi-weekly quizzes, surprise tests, sometimes you might not understand a concept taught in class, and some professors schedule 8 a.m. classes. You will have many sleepless nights.
However, if you dedicate yourself to your studies, focusing for long hours without the thought of comfort and fun, you will easily understand all the concepts and ace all your exams.
You will be automatically motivated to work hard seeing your peers. This is because the crowd at IISc Bangalore consists of dedicated and hardworking students.
It is ultimately your hard work and dedication that will help you perform well at IISc Bangalore.
How is the campus of AFMC Pune? Can you share your picture in the AFMC uniform?
AFMC Pune has a beautiful campus and you will create a lot of unforgettable memories here. My friend was a student and shared a lot of pictures of his college days. I am attaching a few for reference:
His batchmates in uniform
Practice for the college fest Silhouettes
Lohri Celebration
Last day of college celebration
Classroom sessions
Front of the building that has lecture halls
Freshers Orientation
The Inter-floor cricket competition
Lush green campus
Hope these pictures were enough to get an idea about the beauty of the campus.
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