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How many marks do I need to get in the Mains for aerospace engineering at PEC?
If you are an out-of-state aspirant, your JEE Main ranking must be around the opening and closing range of 2936 - 12187. If you belong to the home state then your rank must fall under 14665 - 31620. To fall under this range you must score around 150 marks.
If you are interested in Aerospace Engineering irrespective of the college, then you must consider IIST Thiruvananthapuram too. It offers aerospace engineering as its flagship course for which you must aim for around 4K rank in JEE Main by scoring 260+
PEC is still an amazing option for AE. If you score 150-200 in JEE Main, your seat will be almost sorted at PEC in their first round of counseling.
Which is better, UPES Dehradun or PEC Chandigarh?
Both UPES Dehradun and PEC Chandigarh are reputed institutes. I have few friends from both institutes and based on the reviews I got from them, I will say UPES is a better choice.
- The college has got great infrastructure and very experienced and trained faculty members. They also have a very good placement record every year.
- In this college, you will find various kinds of extracurricular activities which will help you in developing your leadership and communication skills.
- This college also has collaborations with international universities and they conduct varieties of students exchange programs.
- The college conducts various workshops and seminars. They also have personality development classes that will train you for placement purposes.
- According to the recent placement trends, the placement average for the institute is 90%. The top recruiters of this college are Accenture, Nestle, L&T, Microsoft, Google, Ashok Leyland, Cairn, and Wipro. In the last placement drive, the highest and average CTC offered at the institute were 45 LPA and 6.5 LPA.
Given the choice, I will suggest that you choose UPES Dehradun. If you want more details regarding the institutes, you can visit their official website.
Should I join metallurgy at PEC chandigarh though I have interest in CSE or should I drop an year to make it to IITS/NITS/BITS?
If you are interested in CSE and have the confidence that you will be able to get IITs/NITs/BITS, you can take a drop year. But this option has its risks. PEC Chandigarh offers branch sliding options. Although the cutoff requirement is high for CSE, it's certainly doable with hard work. This way you won’t have to worry about a drop year.
With marks 116 in JEE mains & 92.8% in CBSE +2, can I get admission in PEC Chandigarh in computer science or ECE?
For admission in PEC, you at least need to have 75% in your intermediate exams and cleared the JEE Main cut-off for the institute.
The following table shows the JEE Main Round 1 cut-offs for PEC in 2020:
|
Category |
Sub-Category |
B.Tech CSE |
B.Tech ECE |
|
General |
OS* |
199-6404 |
6871-13169 |
|
HS* |
1438-10654 |
11011-19152 |
|
|
SC |
OS |
990-2483 |
3454-4530 |
|
HS |
1531-3345 |
4015-8676 |
|
|
ST |
OS |
879-1256 |
1457-2545 |
|
General PwD |
OS |
143-153 |
1164-1164 |
|
HS |
196-258 |
539-939 |
*Here, 'other state' is OS, and 'home state' is HS.
Seeing the cut-off rank, you might not get PEC Chandigarh at your mentioned profile.
- With 92.8% in 10+2, you have cleared one basic eligibility for the institute.
- Another eligibility is clearing JEE Mains cut-off for PEC. At the mentioned score of 116 in JEE Main, your rank will be approximately around 55000. This rank cannot get a seat in any of the 6 rounds.
If you are desperate to join this year, then you can search for CSE/ECE branch other institutes, as per your JEE rank. But, if you can have time in your hands, you can give another attempt in JEE Mains.
Which is better, PEC Chandigarh mechanical or MNIT Jaipur chemical?
There are many things to consider while choosing a college such as placements, location, branch, choice, your expectations after 4 years of engineering life, etc.
If you have a liking for a particular branch then go to that college all things considered. Being a student of MNIT myself, I can say that, if you are only concerned about placements then MNIT Jaipur will prove to be a better choice.
The following data comparing the placements at both institutes will hopefully give you better clarity.
|
Categories |
Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh |
Chemical at MNIT Jaipur |
|
Course Fee |
6.39 lakh |
6.56 lakh |
|
Highest CTC |
15 LPA |
17 LPA |
|
Average CTC |
6.5 LPA |
8-9 LPA |
|
Recruiting Companies |
Tata, JP Morgan, Amazon, MySQL, etc. |
Hindustan Unilever, GlaxoSmithKline, Tata Chemicals, Carron Oil, etc. |
However, if you are thinking of branch change after entering the college then MNIT Jaipur does not provide that option while PEC Chandigarh offers that option. So choose one according to what matters more to you.
How can I change my civil branch to ECE or EE at PEC Chandigarh? What strategies are to be used to do so?
Changing your branch from Civil to ECE or EE at PEC Chandigarh can be a challenging process, but it is possible with the right strategy and effort. Here are some steps you can take to increase your chances of success:
- Research the requirements: Before you start the process of changing your branch, it's essential to know the eligibility criteria and the process involved. You can check the institute's website or reach out to the concerned authorities to get a clear understanding of the requirements.
- Check the availability of seats: You should also check if there are any vacant seats in the ECE or EE branches. If there are no vacancies, it may not be possible to switch to these branches.
- Maintain a good academic record: Your academic performance will play a crucial role in the selection process. You need to maintain a high GPA and perform well in the subjects related to ECE or EE. It will demonstrate your ability to handle the academic workload of the new branch.
- Build a strong profile: Apart from academics, you can also participate in extracurricular activities, take up relevant internships, and engage in projects related to ECE or EE. It will help you showcase your interest and passion for the field.
- Connect with professors and seniors: You can reach out to professors and seniors from the ECE or EE branch and seek their guidance. They can offer valuable insights into the selection process and suggest ways to improve your profile.
- Prepare well for the selection process: Once you meet the eligibility criteria, you need to prepare well for the selection process, which may include an interview or a written test. You can seek help from mentors or coaching institutes to improve your performance.
Changing your branch at PEC Chandigarh can be a challenging process, but with the right strategy and effort, you can increase your chances of success. It's essential to maintain a good academic record, build a strong profile, connect with professors and seniors, and prepare well for the selection process.
Which is better, PEC Chandigarh or VIT Vellore?
Both institutes are considered to be reputed engineering colleges. Though studying at PEC Chandigarh I realized it will be a better option. Following are the facts which make it better than the other institutes -
Placements (Winning Institute- PEC Chandigarh)
- PEC has a progressive atmosphere for core branches like mechanical. The faculties are cooperative and help in placement training and creative experimental works.
- Most of the tech giants including Google, Amazon, Adobe, Alstom, Volvo, Fiat, L&T, Indian Oil, etc. visit PEC for campus recruitment.
- Highest CTC up to 60 LPA is offered to CS, IT, and ECE students.
The following table shows a brief overview of the two institutes.
|
Particulars |
PEC Chandigarh |
VIT Vellore |
|
Median Salary (CSE) |
?7 Lakh |
? 5.5 Lakh |
|
Total Fees (B.Tech) |
?4.6 Lakh |
?7.83 Lakh |
|
Admission Cut off Rank (CSE) |
8313(JEE Main) |
7000 (VITEEE) |
The city of Chandigarh has a lot to offer. There might be a few problems regarding food and accomodation in Vellore for non local students. Other than that, PEC provides necessary facilities including an excellent library, workshops, sports grounds and much more.
PEC has moderate fees, compared to VIT, as being an institute of national importance. PEC has a better student culture, with no management quota. Also, has a far better employee reputation throughout the years.
How are the placements at PEC Chandigarh?
Students are eligible for placements from 4th year and many get PPOs in 3rd year as well. Top companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, Google, visits the campus for placement. In CSE last year, the highest package was around 60 LPA with average around 17-18 LPA with 80% got placed.
How is the faculty at PEC Chandigarh?
Faculties are great, well eduacted and knowledgeable as they've phd from top IITs NITs. Faculty student ratio is around 1:20. Some faculties are good and some are bad based on teaching and help given to us. Exams are really tough here. Course, meanwhile is very relevant.
How is the campus life at PEC Chandigarh?
There are lot of clubs in the college based on social and subject related. We also technical societies for each course. We have great PECFEST every year. In classrooms though, facilities are decent. Sports, meanwhile is great as have competition with nearby colleges like NIT Delhi.
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