I pursued my B.Tech Mechanical from SVNIT, thus, I can only comment on my college.
The faculty of the mechanical department is top notch. Majority of our teachers are highly driven. It is because of them that mechanical is the most famous branch of our college. Our teachers emphasize practical knowledge over mere theoretical understanding. Many of them have more than 10 years of experience in teaching. The department has enough professors, so very few courses are taken by TAs. The faculty is very helpful for projects and research work.
The curriculum for B.Tech Mechanical is very rich, and you’ll get to choose one elective per semester in the 3rd and 4th year. You can choose courses from other branches as well. You can choose management courses, programming courses, physics related courses, automobile courses, etc. SVNIT is probably the only college that teaches its students topics like Mechatronics, Computational fluid mechanics (CFD), Cryogenics, etc. at the UG level itself.
Unfortunately, like most other colleges, our practical syllabus and lab equipment needs to be upgraded. The labs do not contain equipment of the latest technology. The workshop contains all conventional and non conventional machines like lathe, shoper, milling, grinding, welding, abrasive jet machine, EDM, 3-D printer, etc.
As far as B.Tech Mechanical at SVNIT is concerned, I would say it is quite a decent option.
Since I just graduated from NIT Surat, I feel I'm in a good spot to share my thoughts on its pros and cons. Like any college, there are ups and downs. For NIT Surat, you really need to be optimistic to find the positives. Honestly, there's not much here that you won't see in other tech colleges.
Let me dive into the pros mentioned in other posts and discuss whether they truly stand out.
Pros:
Sure, here's a balanced take on SVNIT Surat.
If you're into sports, you might find SVNIT a bit disappointing. The sports ground isn't in great shape throughout the year. I’ve got some photos to show how the ground looks barren from January to June and then turns into grasslands from July to December.
For badminton fans, there are only 2 courts for 4000 students, so you might have to wait around 20 minutes for your turn, and then you get just 10 minutes of playtime. It's tough for everyone to get a fair chance with just 2 courts.
The highlight of sports here is the MMNCT, an inter-year cricket tournament usually held at night. Since the ground conditions are poor, students often end up playing on the roads near the hostels.
On the bright side, the gym is really well-equipped and well-designed.
Academically, some professors can be a bit dull, making it easy to catch a nap during class. But there are some good ones, especially in the civil department. The marking system is transparent; you get to see your notebooks within 15-20 days after exams, which is reminiscent of school days.
Classrooms have a school-like feel, not quite what you might be dreaming of. The rules are pretty relaxed, and you can easily manage attendance with proxies. Most subjects require around 60% attendance.
Campus life is fantastic. It's located in a developed area of Surat with lots of shopping malls and eateries nearby. Plus, places like Mumbai and Daman are close for a quick getaway.
The college has various clubs like technical (important for placements), dancing, singing, coding, and SAE (popular among mechanical students). But if you want to excel at a pro level, you'll have to work on your own, except in technical clubs.
The hostels and mess food are decent. If you’ve survived in Kota, the mess food here won’t be an issue. In the girls' hostel, the food is said to be of premium quality, which seems a bit unfair to the boys.
In conclusion, if you're looking for something beyond sports, SVNIT is worth considering. But for sports enthusiasts, MNIT Jaipur might be a better option. On placements, SVNIT does pretty well.
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Let's start with the curriculum. If you're really passionate about ECE and want to dive deep into the subject, you'll need to take the lead on your learning journey. The labs are equipped, and the teachers are there to help you out. The ECE syllabus can be a bit more demanding compared to CSE. Some other NITs offer stronger research facilities with organizations like IEEE.
When it comes to core ECE placements, they are quite limited for BTech graduates. There are fewer opportunities in core ECE compared to IT or software roles. However, other NITs tend to have better placement records in this area than SVNIT.
If your focus is on getting a job in software or IT through SVNIT, the prospects are reasonably good. Many reputable software companies, as well as startups and FinTech firms, recruit here, and ECE students can join these placement processes. Still, the top NITs often have superior placement opportunities. Big software firms that frequently recruit at other NITs and private colleges might not consistently show up at SVNIT. A significant reason is the lack of a 6-month internship option in the final year, which limits certain chances in both core and non-core sectors.
Overall, SVNIT's ECE department has come a long way. The placement scene and the quality of students have seen improvements. ECE is a solid option if you're aiming for IT jobs. For those who are keen on the core ECE field, you'll need to be proactive, but being part of an NIT will offer its advantages.
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Rankings
This year, SVNIT isn't in the top 10 NITs for overall engineering, sitting at 13th in the 2018 NIRF rankings. However, for mechanical engineering, it does make it into the top 10.
Infrastructure
The facilities here are fantastic! The hostel is one of the best among top technical institutes like IITs and NITs. The new classroom complex is well-equipped, promising a great learning environment. We also have a newly built library that you'll want to visit weekly. Some departments have moved to new buildings with top-notch facilities. There's a small cafeteria offering affordable fast food and now delicious juice too. I wish there was a new cafeteria building, but I'm not sure if that's planned. Sports facilities are great, with a large cricket and football ground, tennis and volleyball courts, and a well-maintained gym for fitness lovers.
Location
SVNIT's location is a big perk for placements and consultancy work. It's in a prime spot in Surat, with the city airport close by. The Athwalines area is quite upscale, with excellent food options nearby, so you won't miss homemade meals. Being close to Mumbai, Pune, Baroda, and Ahmedabad attracts many companies to recruit from SVNIT. Surat also has many major industries, making it popular for mechanical engineering.
Academics
You'll need to be independent here because no one will spoon-feed you. Exams aren't too stressful; you can do well even with a week's preparation. Professors are approachable and work hard to help you understand concepts. The atmosphere is positive, and the research facilities are decent. SVNIT even has its own cryogenics wind tunnel, a first in India. Many students pursue higher studies abroad or at IITs, and some hold high positions in well-known companies.
Placements & Alumni Association
In 2017-18, the CS department had nearly 100% placements. Mechanical also did well, and other departments had decent placements too. I can't comment on M.Tech placements, which might not be as strong. Mechanical packages ranged from 4 LPA to 18 LPA. Our alumni network is vast and growing, and you can connect with them on LinkedIn or our SVNIT alumni website.
Extra-curricular & Student Chapters
Our annual technocultural fest, Sparsh, is a highlight, with past guests like KK, Vishal-Shekhar, Neha Kakkar, and Sachin-Jigar. We have events like singing, dancing, fashion, and DJ nights. SVNIT celebrates all major festivals and encourages students to showcase their talents. CHRD supports singing, dancing, drama, photography, and art. We also have technical clubs like Drishti and SAE for those interested in engineering, and the CS department has an ACM student chapter for coding enthusiasts. Spicmacay is also active on campus.
That's my take! Feel free to ask if you want more info about SVNIT. I hope your time here is unforgettable!
Universal Business School in Karjat is pretty well-regarded, especially for placements and overall reputation. According to the Times of India, it's placed among the top four business schools in Mumbai. What's really special about UBS is that it's the only place in India where you can earn an AICTE-approved Global MBA degree, which is also internationally recognized by institutions like Cardiff Met University in the UK, Swiss School of Management in Italy, INSEEC Business School in France, and the University of Economics in Bulgaria. This unique feature gives you both a global perspective and the opportunity to thrive internationally.
The school has strong corporate ties, with support from over 60 CEOs, which boosts its credibility among big companies. Each year, more than 200 companies come to the campus to recruit, offering over a thousand interview chances to students. Big names like Amazon, KPMG, Deloitte, Hindustan Unilever, and others regularly participate in the recruitment process.
Additionally, UBS offers students a chance to meet around 100 CEOs annually and even lets you experience being a CEO of a private company. This kind of exposure helps students learn directly from business leaders with a focus on practical learning, making up about 80% of the curriculum.
During my time at SVNIT, I found it to be incredibly worthwhile and had some of the most memorable experiences of my life there.
SVNIT (Part 1) – A Burst of Color in My Life
The best times at SVNIT often came during the Even semesters, particularly in the Autumn Semester. Here’s a glimpse of my experience during my first year, second semester at this amazing institute.
SVNIT gave me countless moments to cherish, from crazy selfies to group dances, birthday bumps, night outings, gym sessions, and fun times with friends. It was a colorful journey that only got better with time.
- Jai Hind
Faculty member are very well educated and have knowlege in their field and very friendly with student and they help the studnet to best of their knowledge and mainly exam pattern is mid sem endsem and 2-3 quiz per sem per syllabus
Campus life is descent at night only otherwise not good mainly 2 big events happen one is technica mindben and other is cultural known as sparsh and they happen at descent level and there are limited extracurricular activity offered to student.
Some hostels are good and some are not, In some hostels single sharing and in some double sharing rooms will be given with cot, study table The meal quality is not good and there is no non veg at all. Every year we have to register for a new hostel