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What is IIT Kanpur doing wrong compared to other IITs?

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Vijay Sarnaik Posted On : April 19th, 2023
Studied at IIT Kanpur

To answer this question in a single line, IIT Kanpur’s relative grading system is the absolute nightmare of the Institute. While other institutes have a continuous grading system like 10.9,8,7,6,5 and so on, IIT Kanpur follows a relative grading system. Under this grading is done in this manner:

  • A* = 10 Outstanding
  • A = 10 Excellent
  • B = 8 Good
  • C = 6 Fair
  • D = 4 Pass
  • E = 2 Exposure/Repeat
  • F = 0 Fail

The discontinuity in grade points becomes a major issue when applying for higher education or off-campus placements. When you will be evaluated among other IITians you will see students with a 9 which is the usual criterion for placements. But at IIT Kanpur you can either get a 10 or an 8. The same issue arises for applying for MS covert or IIMs.

Basically, someone with an 8+CGPA will be given a 10-grade score while someone with an 8 CGPA will get a 7 rating score thereby reducing the chances of getting a call from B schools. 

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What is the worst thing about IIM Calcutta?

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Siddhesh Joglekar Posted On : November 28th, 2022
MBA in Finance and Marketing, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (Graduated 2011)

One lesser-known fact about IIM Calcutta is the unhygienic conditions caused by the dirty lakes surrounding it. Mostly this truth is underestimated. But the reality is the pictures of the lakes at IIM Calcutta are misleading. They are nothing near surreal or beautiful. If anything they are the brooding ground of mosquitoes. Snakes and other poisonous creatures are also present here. Anyone who comes in contact with its water is bound to get skin infection or other ailments.

These lakes have been used as a marketing element for IIM Calcutta and it’s shocking that people believe such lies. 

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Can a dropper get into CSE IIT Bombay?

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Sumit Bose Posted On : March 20th, 2023
IIT Bombay (2019)

I have seen a dropper get into CSE IIT Bombay. You can get into CSE either by staying among the top 50 or by branch change. While being among the top 50 may seem difficult, the reality is it indeed is achievable. I am going to narrate a real incident that will help you understand better.

There was an aspiring engineer Divyansh Srivastava who got into BITS Pilani on the first attempt with an Integrated MSc course. He wasn’t satisfied and decided to sit for JEE again. This time his rank was 904 and could have easily taken CSE at Pilani but instead, he chose to take risks and was able to get into IIT Bombay Chemical. Still, he wasn’t satisfied and decided to take one last risk and miraculously got CSE, IIT Bombay.

The main moral from this incident is that once you believe in yourself you can almost achieve anything. 

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How is the general management program of XLRI?

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Supriya Mahato Posted On : November 10th, 2020
PGDM from Xavier School of Management (2018)

XLRI Jamshedpur has been ranked 9th for Management by NIRF in 2019.The student intake for the General Management programme is 120 and total fees is around 21 lacs.

Curriculum:

  • XLRI Jamshedpur offers a rigorous curriculum spread across 7 semesters. 
  • The first 3 semesters are based on the fundamentals of management across all disciplines. 
  • The remaining semesters are customized allowing students to choose from more than 20 electives based on their learning objective. 
  • It has a total of 15 core management subjects ranging from marketing, business strategy, operations management, economics and sustainable development. 
  • Students are also required to perform case studies and undertake mandatory training or internships.
  • Training and projects in collaboration with Mahindra group, HGEIL and UCS.

Faculty:

The faculty members are all industry professionals and follow a strict teaching methodology that empowers students to think beyond boundaries and provide them with adequate training to become future industry leaders. 

Infrastructure:

  • The college offers spacious and smart classrooms with updated software and tech facilities. 
  • The 24*7 WiFi enabled campus has a fully automated library, hostels, sports complex and syndicate rooms.

Placements:

It observes an average placement rate of around 80% for the general management program, with maximum (54%) placements within the IT/ITES industry followed by consulting (14%).

  • Highest CTC offered was 48 LPA
  • Average salary offered was 22.6 LPA
  • Some of the leading recruiters are Accenture strategy, Dell, HCL, Amazon and Axis Bank

XLRI being an old and one of the most reputed institutes of the country is also ranked as the best private management college by various surveys. It is on the individual to carefully scrutinise the course in a particular college and then decide.

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Is Amity University, Noida a better option than KIIT, Bhubaneswar for a B.Tech?

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Sagardeep Posted On : March 9th, 2023
B.Tech. Aerospace Engineering

If you are considering Amity University, Noida for Engineering, it is recommended that you do not enroll there. According to students who completed their bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering from there, it's a pathetic place to study. They claim that the quality of teaching is very poor, research is nil, and fees are too high. They highly recommend that you join KIIT, Bhubaneswar for a B.Tech, rather than Amity University, Noida.

Based on their experience, they believe that anyone who recommends Amity is either lying or trying to get a commission from you. Therefore, it's advised that you look into other options and do your research before making a decision on where to pursue your engineering degree.

Here is a video comparing these top engineering colleges

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Which is the better MBBS college of Mumbai - TNMC, LTMC, Grant Medical College or RN Cooper?

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Aman Jain, Posted On : November 25th, 2021
MBBS from Topiwala National Medical College and Nair Hospital (2025)

According to the reviews online, if academics are concerned LTMC is the best among all the others mentioned.

  • There is no doubt that academically LTMC is superior to the others.
  • They also have many cultural fests held over the years which are much more vibrant and provide immense exposure to the students.
  • In LTMMC the internships offered to the students are very demanding. 
  • The hospital is crowded most of the time. 
  • They have a huge patient load, which benefits some students but becomes tiring for others. 
  • If you put all your focus and hard work in these internships, you will definitely miss out on studying.
  • Even so, it is preferred by most students as you will get to learn directly from the doctor handling the cases.
  • The internship builds you as an individual making you adapt in different situations.
  • The best thing about the internship is that you get to do a lot of BM biopsies, lumbar punctures, central line insertions , forceps-suction, cup deliveries, sebaceous cyst and lipoma excisions etc.

Most of the students feel that the internships here are better in terms of clinical practice. It gives you enough knowledge and hands-on experience.

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How is the M.Tech career at IIT Madras?

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Aarti Bora Posted On : March 29th, 2023
IIT Madras, IISc Bangalore

M.Tech programs at IIT Madras are highly reputed and offer excellent career prospects. Here are some points to consider:

Course Curriculum:

  • The M.Tech course curriculum is designed to provide you with advanced technical knowledge in your field of study.
  • The courses are taught by highly experienced and qualified faculty members.
  • The curriculum is designed to give you a strong theoretical foundation as well as practical knowledge through laboratory and project work.

Research Opportunities:

  • IIT Madras has state-of-the-art research facilities and infrastructure.
  • You will have ample opportunities to participate in research projects and work alongside faculty members and research scholars.
  • The research opportunities will help you gain valuable experience and enhance your skills.

Placements:

  • IIT Madras has a strong industry liaison and is well-known for its placement opportunities.
  • Several reputed companies visit the campus every year to recruit students for various roles.
  • The placements for M.Tech graduates are usually in core engineering fields or technology-based companies.

Networking Opportunities:

  • IIT Madras has a large alumni network, which provides excellent networking opportunities for students and graduates.
  • The alumni network can help you connect with professionals in your field and create opportunities for career advancement.

Overall, pursuing an M.Tech program at IIT Madras can be a great career move, providing you with excellent academic and research opportunities, strong industry connections, and a supportive alumni network.

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What is an ideal percentile in CAT to get into IIM Indore? I have scored 82 % in 10th and 75 % in 12th currently pursuing my graduation (non-eng), category - OBC.

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Himanshi Jain Posted On : June 2nd, 2023
Studied at Indian Institute of Management Indore (2019)

The overall and sectional CAT cutoffs for IIM Indore are 80 and 70 respectively for OBC category. The cutoffs remain the same each year with slight variation. IIM Indore is one of the few top colleges that don’t give much importance to CAT Scores. If your cat percentile is decent enough to get a call from IIM Indore, the ball is in your court. It gives 40% weightage to your Personal Interview which makes it easier for you to convert your call. Your acads are decent, just focus on your GK and be thorough with your resume.

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Which one is better, NIT or NSIT?

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Akriti Banerjee Posted On : August 23rd, 2023
lives in New Delhi

Both NITs and NSUT have their own plus and minus points. Let us look at a few plus points of NSUT Delhi-

  1. Placements - It has better placements than all the NITs, DTU, and even a few IITs.
  2. Location - It has a locational advantage as it is in Delhi. Also, it is located near the metro station, so you can travel across Delhi quite easily.
  3. Campus - The campus is good. The academic, administrative, and other departments are located near each other. There is a large playground, sports facilities, and a running track. Parts of the campus are covered in a lush green forest. 
  4. Faculty - The faculty consists of two kinds of teachers. First are those who teach really well, are regular, and give good assignments and valuable learnings. They are supportive and encourage the students to indulge in project work.

The second category consists of those who are there just for the sake of it.

But even NITs have a similar situation in this regard.

In terms of project opportunities, lab facilities, technical fests, and technical societies, the NITs are a better choice. 

Depending on your priorities, you can choose between the two. NSUT Delhi is a great choice if you wish to study over there.

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What is the way to write in the AKTU semester exams to get the best marks?

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Aditi Roy Posted On : March 30th, 2023
lives in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India

My sister was a student at AKTU university and shared a few simple tips that will help you ace your exams.

  • Illustrate your answers well with the help of diagrams.
  • Don’t write your answers in paragraphs, rather use pointers while writing your answers.
  • The examiner will probably not read entire answers, hence it’s advisable to underline important points either with a different ink or underline.
  • If you do not know a particular answer, write whatever basic knowledge you have related to it.
  • Don’t leave any answer blank as this may leave a negative impression on the examiner. 

These simple pointers will help you score above-average marks at AKTU university.

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