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What should I prefer, a dual degree in BITS Pilani or CSE in Thapar University?

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Akriti Banerjee Posted On : August 4th, 2023
lives in New Delhi

I can only guide you but only you know what is right for you. If you are serious about a career in CS, Thapar University will offer better opportunities and an environment. But if you want to explore other things and also want to enjoy your college life, then taking a dual degree at BITS Pilani will be a great choice for you. BITS has a very flexible curriculum so it allows you to explore your ambitions thoroughly and openly. Moreover, you will be exposed to a better crowd and culture so obviously the learning experience will be more enriched. Generally, both institutes have their pros and cons, and going through these will guide you better toward making a well-informed decision. 

Thapar University Pros: 

  1. You will be able to study CS, which has amazing job opportunities.
  2. You will complete your graduation in 4 years
  3. Excellent accommodation facilities at par with BITS

Thapar University Cons:

  1. 75% attendance rule
  2. The crowd and academic ambiance are not at par with BITS because of the reservation policy.

BITS Pilani Pros:

  1. No compulsory attendance rule
  2. The packages offered are great but you will have to work hard for them
  3. More talented and skilled peer groups because of no reservation
  4. Dynamic campus life

BITS Pilani Cons:

  1. You will be completing your graduation in 5 years, a year later than your BTech counterparts
  2. You will have to study extraordinarily hard in the first year to get the branch of your choice.
  3. Intense competition and academic pressure.

Lastly, don't take dual degrees in BITS on the pretext of getting  CS. Only a handful of students get to choose CS in dual degrees.

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Is NSIT ECE a wise choice over NSIT IT? What is the average and highest package offered to the students of these branches in NSIT?

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Senjuti Mitra Posted On : August 23rd, 2023
Studied at Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (Graduated 2022)

Whether the choice is wise or not depends upon your personal interests. ECE is a better choice if electronics interests you. IT would prove better if you are into coding, technology, and computers, and wish to work in this field. 

During 2022 B.Tech placements, the overall median package at NSUT Delhi stood at INR 16 LPA. The ECE branch has access to almost all the tech companies during NSUT Delhi placements. Whereas, IT students can’t sit for core companies. However, some top coding companies do not allow other branches except COE and IT to sit for their placements. 

Like any other college, tech companies visit NSUT Delhi in greater numbers. But ECE students learn coding and are easily placed in brands like Facebook, Google, etc. The highest and average packages for IT are better than those for ECE. However, the ECE also has a greater number of students. 

Right now, I would suggest you focus more on your interests than the placements. This is because, with an interest in your field, you will surely land a good job. Your dedication and commitment will play a greater role than your branch in deciding your future.

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What is the order of preference for a PGDM among KJ Somaiya, Great Lakes, GIM, and TAPMI?

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Rimjhim Banerjee Posted On : September 4th, 2020
PGDM from K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research (2019)

KJ Somaiya, Great Lakes, GIM, and TAPMI all of these are highly proclaimed institutes in India for management studies. Each of these institutes is good in different domains of management studies. KJ Somaiya and GIM are better for Finance. Whereas, GIM is reputed for Marketing.

In general, the order of preference should be as given below.

  1. KJ Somaiya
  2. TAPMI
  3. GIM
  4. Great Lakes

Given below is a comparison between the institutes.

Institutes

KJ Somaiya

T.A. Pai Management Institute or TAPMI

Goa Institute of Management or GIM

Great Lakes Institute of Management

Established

1981

1980

1993

2004

Accreditation

AIU, NBA

AICTE, AIU

AICTE, AIU, NBA

AICTE

Rank

56 (NIRF)

27 (NIRF)

48 (NIRF)

23 (NIRF)

Entrance exams

CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT

CAT/XAT/GMAT

CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT

GLAT/CAT/XAT/GMAT

Selection

Group Discussion and Personal Interview

Written Ability Test,

Group Discussion,

Collaborative Problem-Solving Ability,

Personal Interview

Personal Interview

Personal Interview

Course fee

14.93 laks

14.3 lakhs

15.93 lakhs

17.15 lakhs

Average CTC

10 LPA

12 LPA

11.7 LPA

10.14 LPA

Highest CTC

28.50 LPA

25 LPA

25.6 LPA

28.6 LPA

Top sectors

Banking and Insurance sector, IT and ITES, Financial Services, Consulting, FMCG and Manufacturing.

BFSI,

Consulting, FMCG and Retail,

IT, Analytics and E-Comm,

Manufacturing and Core

BFSI, Engineering/Manufacturing, IT/ITES,

Sales/Marketing, Consulting,

Others

BFSI, IT/ITES

Internet Business, Consulting,

Research,

Others (Real estate, events, manufacturing, education and auto)

Top recruiters

Polaris UK, Accenture, PwC and Target Inc., etc.

Deloitte, Capgemini, ITC, JP Morgan Chase, Yes Bank, KPMG, Wipro, etc.

AbInBev, Barclays, ITC, Deloitte, Reliance, Godrej, EY, JP Morgan, Signify, etc.

Aditya Birla Sun Life, Deloitte, Hexaware, KPMG, Axis Bank, Federal Bank, ICICI Bank, Wipro, etc.

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Which is better to join DTU/NSIT/IIITD or new IITs or BITS Goa/Hyd Dual for CSE?

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

I won’t recommend you choose a dual program from BITS. For CSE, I would highly recommend IIIT Delhi. It has great research opportunities. It does not have the same branch value as NSUT Delhi/ DTU, but its growth rate is high. It will soon become a brand like IIIT Hyderabad. Compared to the new IITs, IIITD has a locational advantage because it is situated in the national capital. 

BITS dual is a decent choice, but only if you get a CS. It depends on your performance in the first year. The odds of getting a CS are less than 20% which is pretty low, and the cutoffs keep getting higher each year. As far as the ‘BITS’ tag is concerned, it's really not that important in reality.

For the new IITs, go only if you are getting a CS over there. Do not rely on branch change. Also, avoid going to those located in small/ secluded towns because then you won’t get a lot of exposure. Also, do consider the faculty and infrastructure if you plan to go to a new IIT. My order of preference for CSE is IIITD > NSUT Delhi/DTU > BITS Goa/Hyderabad > IIT.

Thus, for a CSE, I would suggest you to choose either IIITD or NSUT Delhi/DTU.

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Which is better, NIT Trichy (EEE), NIT Surathkal (ECE), or IIIT Allahabad (CSE)?

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Rajat Acharya Posted On : May 24th, 2024
Studies at NIT Trichy

EEE from NIT Trichy is the best option. NIT Trichy’s EEE department is well known and is highly demanded by the students. However, choosing your specialisation also depends on your area of interest. If your interest lies in electrical gadgets, their working, power supply and all those related things then only pursue this course. Always remember that you will have to take up this degree for four years and if you do not enjoy it then you will never learn from it. In NIT Trichy, you will get to learn about the subject as well as experience it through the different practical sessions. You will be encouraged to work on your projects and create something new. 

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What should I choose between Manipal computer science vs BITS Goa electronics and instrumentation (no interest in a particular branch)?

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Meera Kapoor Posted On : January 27th, 2026

Understanding key differences helps make informed decisions about colleges, courses, or educational paths.

Comparison parameters:

  • Academic Structure: Curriculum design, credit system, and evaluation methodology.
  • Recognition & Accreditation: UGC approval, NAAC grade, NBA accreditation status.
  • Career Opportunities: Placement support, industry connections, and alumni network strength.
  • Infrastructure Quality: Faculty qualifications, lab facilities, library resources, campus size.
  • Flexibility: Choice-based credits, elective options, interdisciplinary programs, exit options.

Research official websites, connect with alumni, attend open houses, and verify claims through multiple sources before deciding.

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Which is better: NIT Calicut CSE or IIIT Allahabad IT??

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Deepika Kunwar Posted On : March 16th, 2021

Listed below are some facts which will help you to choose between these two colleges.

  • Infrastructure - IIIT Allahabad has better infrastructure than NIT Calicut.
  • Academics and course structure - IIIT Allahabad has better academics and course structure than NIT Calicut.
  • Alumni base - NIT Calicut has great alumni base than IIIT Allahabad.
  • Location - Location-wise NIT Calicut has an advantage over IIIT Allahabad.
  • Placements - IIIT Allahabad has great placement records than the NIT Calicut.
  • Coding environment - The coding environment of IIIT Allahabad is far better than the NIT Calicut.

The table shows a brief overview of the institutions.

Particulars

NIT Calicut

IIIT Allahabad

Median Salary

Rs. 11.58 lakhs

Rs. 20 lakhs

Highest Salary

Rs. 49.75 lakhs

Rs. 43 lakhs

Entrance Criteria

JEE Main

JEE Main

Fees

Rs. 2.08 lakhs

Rs. 5.85 lakhs

 IIIT Allahabad has been ranked 10 for B.Tech by India Today 2020, 103 for B.Tech by NIRF 2020. Now choose the college based on the above facts and personal preferences.

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How much should I get in 12th and the JEE Mains to get a BTech CSE at IIIT Delhi?

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Tithi Aggrawal Posted On : October 4th, 2023
Lives in New Delhi

IIIT Delhi follows a scheme of bonus marks. These marks are awarded for excellence in academics, sports, olympiads, etc. 

The top 1% performers in the 12th CBSE boards are awarded bonus scores. To apply for bonus marks through academics, you must be a Delhi candidate. Without bonus marks, only your JEE Mains rank is considered. 

Here are the ranks for CSE at IIIT Delhi:

  1. With 6 bonus marks, 9-10k rank. 
  2. With 10 bonus marks, 13-14k rank.
  3. With no bonus marks, 5-6k rank.

A bonus percentile of 2/3.5 will be directly added to your JEE Mains percentile. 

Eligibility for B.Tech at IIIT Delhi is-

  •  A minimum of 80 marks in Maths. 
  • 80% in best 5 (including PCM) in 12th boards.

These are the requirements to get a B.Tech CSE at IIIT Delhi. 

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How is ECE in NIT Silchar, in terms of labs, teacher, and placement. What is the campus culture in NIT Silchar?

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Moitrayi Roy Posted On : August 24th, 2023
Studied at National Institute of Technology Silchar

You will experience an amazing life as a student of Electronics and Communication Engineering at NIT Silchar. I will go through all the aspects you have mentioned one by one

Labs:

  • The labs of the ECE department are equipped with modern instruments and facilities.
  • The lab attendees are usually M.Tech. and Ph.D. students who are eager to teach their juniors. They are passionate about research and are very approachable.
  • There aren't any restrictions on timings and you can go to the lab anytime between 9 am-8 pm. 

Teachers:

  • The teachers of the ECE branch are very calm and guide you throughout. 
  • Students who are serious about their future and studies can approach the teacher who motivates and guides them in the same.
  • The faculty is highly qualified and humble at the same time.

Placements:

  • If you are someone who is committed to hard work and utilize your potential to the fullest then trust me the placements here won't disappoint you. 
  • The core placement opportunities are limited but this is the same in most of the institutes today. Mostly software services-based companies recruit NIT Silchar students. This is because the hardware industry in our country is not as developed as compared with the software industry.
  • Last year ECE students at NIT Silchar received 120, the second highest offers after CSE. Out of 112, 87 students got placed.
  • Don't focus much on the placement statistics rather focus on performing excellently and good packages will come and find you.

Campus Culture :

  • NIT Silchar has an amazing campus culture thanks to the strong harmony between peers and amazing campus facilities.
  • The campus is surrounded by lush greenery and is a great stress buster.

To experience all this firsthand, get admission here and live some of the best years of your life!

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Is joining mechanical engineering in IIT BHU or CSE in NIT Surathkal or CSE in DTU better?

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Akriti Banerjee Posted On : June 15th, 2023
lives in New Delhi

Following the sheep mentality, many claim that it’s the branch that shapes your career and not your institute. Well, don’t let such people mislead you into believing your career is all set if you take CSE irrespective of the institute you belong to. 

CSE branch is a major crowd-puller but trust me any branch taken up at IITs is better than other technical institutes. The branch is temporary but the tag you will be getting is permanent and will stay with you forever. Moreover, as for the placement opportunities that are better for CS, you can always opt for noncore placements and acquire coding skills. 

The campus life and exposure provided by IITs is like no other so if you choose a technical institute other than IIT, you will be missing out on a good college life. Also, the culture of most IITs is driven towards coding so many IIT companies offer placements to students other than the CS branch based on your skills. 

Here is a comparative analysis of the placement scenario of these institutes 

Particulars 

NIT Surathkal placements 

DTU placements 

IIT BHU placements 

Average package 

INR 45 LPA 

INR 15.16 LPA

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Highest Package 

INR 13.12 LPA

INR 1.8 CPA

INR 1.2 CPA

Top Recruiters 

Microsoft, DE Shaw, Uber, Amazon, Oracle.

Samsung, Instabase, Atlassian, Sprinklr, Amazon, Alphonso, Salesforce, Microsoft, Adobe, etc

Uber, Flipkart, Microsoft

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