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Should I join NIT Uttrakhand, IIIT Ranchi or Thapar University for CSE?
For CSE, NIT Uttarakhand is a decent option. Given below is a brief review of NIT Uttarakhand.
Criticism:
- NIT Uttarakhand is in a remote place, away from the city. So if you are not used to living an isolated life, it will be difficult for you to adjust. Even traveling to Srinagar Garhwal will be difficult.
- The infrastructure of the college is not that great to appease you. It will feel dismaying. It is improving gradually.
Brownie Points:
- NIT is a brand. It has special importance and value to the nation. The CSE branch is always advancing and can add special talents to the industry. In this institute too, there are many talented students.
- The faculty of the institute is from renowned institutes like IITs/NITs. The professors are highly qualified and teach students proficiently on-line with the GATE syllabus.
- Students are from diverse backgrounds. They are not just from Uttarakhand, but also all other states.
- The placements of the CSE branch are elevating every year. Different recruiters give different offers to students. The recent placement statistics of the institute is as follows.
|
Highest Package |
10.5 LPA |
|
Average Package |
6.8 LPA |
- Many companies give internship opportunities with PPOs to the students too.
No matter how much the infrastructure lacks, the students get rewarded in the future if they work hard. Currently, IIIT Ranchi and Thapar may have better infrastructure or even placement records, but NIT Uttarakhand is improving with time and will definitely improve a lot in coming years.
How is IIIT Ranchi's CSE?
IIIT Ranchi offers a decent CSE program. It is a centrally funded institute and offers good facilities to students. The course structure is flexible, you will get enough time to focus on your other interests. The campus has an active coding culture. During last IIIT Ranchi placement drive, CSE students received an average CTC of INR 7.2 LPA. Deloitte, Adobe, Infoedage, IBM, etc. were the major recruiters.
Which is the best CSE at IIIT Ranchi or civil at NIT Jamshedpur?
One of my cousins was in a similar dilemma when she got selected for both Civil at NIT Jamshedpur and CSE at IIIT Ranchi. S he decided to go for NIT Jamshedpur as she had no interest in the IT sector at all. S he wanted a core branch and NIT Jamshedpur seemed to be her best choice. Moreover, its Civil branch placements are considered to be at par with the top NITs. In your case too, it's best to focus on your interests and future prospects to make a healthy decision. If you have even a slight interest in the IT sector, choose IIIT Ranchi because its CSE is way better than NIT Jamshedpur CSE.
Here is a brief overview of both the institutes'
|
Particulars |
NIT Jamshedpur |
IIIT Ranchi |
|
Fees |
INR 1.88 Lakhs (BTech 1st Year Fees) |
INR 2.14 Lakhs (BTech 1st Year Fees) |
|
Highest CTC |
INR 83 LPA |
INR 20 LPA |
|
Average CTC |
INR 15.98 LPA |
INR 7.2 LPA |
|
Top Recruiters |
Alstom, Tata Motors, Tata Cummins, KPMG, Adobe etc |
Amazon, Google, Adobe, Ola, etc |
So go for the branch that aligns with your preference.
Will IIIT Ranchi students be allowed to sit in NIT Jamshedpur placements?
From talking to students of IIIT Pune, I have come to the conclusion that there can be two possibilities to this question. Let me discuss both of them which might give you a clear idea.
- Companies may conduct the recruitment process separately for which a separate placement cell may be formed. The decision to recruit from IIIT Ranchi will be of the companies that come for the placement drive.
- IIIT Ranchi students may be allowed to sit in NIT Jamshedpur placements but with certain restrictions like an exception from sitting for getting placed in big companies that visit the campus such as Amazon and Microsoft. This type of policy is usually adopted by mentor institutions.
In the year 2020, the first batch of IIIT Ranchi got placed and here are the highlights:
|
Batch |
2019-20 |
|
Highest CTC |
INR 12.40 LPA |
|
Average CTC |
INR 6.20 LPA |
|
Average Stipend |
INR 10,000 |
|
Total Number of Students |
64 |
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Total Number of Job Offers |
56 |
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Total Number of Students Placed |
40 |
Some of the top recruiters were OnePlus, TCS, Future First, Legato, GREYB, Vassar Labs, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Accenture, IBM, etc.
Can I change branches from ECE to CSE after the 1st year in IIIT Ranchi?
No, you will not get any option to change branches in IIIT Ranchi. Although, most of the students are very satisfied with their branch.
Both branches CS and ECE have got similar kinds of training. ECE branch is very good at IIIT Ranchi and there is rarely anyone who wants to change it. Do not go for CSE by only considering the placement opportunities. As technology is changing rapidly and the demand for technological jobs is high.
For placements, you will be supposed to sit with NIT Jamshedpur students for placements and there is no discrimination between the students. Some of the classes will also be conducted in NIT Jamshedpur.
Which one is better, IIIT Ranchi or BIT Mesra for Computer Science?
For Computer Science, BIT Mesra is better than IIIT Ranchi. You will receive better facilities and placements. The placement rate for CSE is above 90%. Recent highlights of BIT Mesra placement show the average and highest CTC to be INR 13 LPA and INR 43 LPA, respectively. Major companies such as Accenture, Microsoft, Amazon, etc. take part in the placement drive.
What changes do you wish to see at IIIT Ranchi for the coming years?
IIIT Ranchi is an autonomous institution established quite recently. The institute is still in this budding phase. There are still some years required to cover all their bases.
In 2018, a new director was been appointed, Dr. Vishnu Priye Sir. He started many new ventures such as the Formation of the Web development team and TAP cell. The institute also received its official logo. IIIT Ranchi app was launched by the institute. It also recruited some of the finest faculty members. The students of IIIT Ranchi had also shown enthusiasm in various events held at national levels such as Hackathons, Coding events, ACM-ICPC. The institute also participated in the sports meet at IIIT Allahabad.
I have a few friends at the institute and according to them, the institute should focus on the following.
- Ensuring good placement offers for the students.
- Establishment of a permanent campus in Ranchi.
In the long run, the institute needs to establish itself as a renowned institute and serve the country by giving some of the finest engineers, technologists, researchers, leaders.
Is IIIT Ranchi CSE a good choice for B.Tech, or would VIT Vellore be better? (also note that I'd be trying to get into a good university abroad for MBA after BTech.)
Both IIIT Ranchi and VIT Vellore can help you build a strong profile if you want to pursue your MBA abroad after your B.Tech, but they have different benefits:
Quick Comparison Table
| Criteria | IIIT Ranchi CSE | VIT Vellore CSE |
|---|---|---|
| Institute Type | Government (IIIT, Institute of National Importance) | Private Deemed University |
| Placements (Avg. CSE) | 12–16 LPA | 9.9 LPA overall, ~12+ LPA for CSE |
| Highest Package | 28 LPA | 88 LPA |
| Fees (Approx.) | 5–6 lakhs total | 7–9 lakhs (varies by fee category) |
| Global Exposure | Limited but growing | Strong international tie-ups (2+2, 3+2, etc.) |
| Alumni Network (Abroad) | Small but credible | Large and active globally |
| Campus & Infra | Functional, developing campus | Excellent infrastructure |
| Brand Value Abroad | Good due to govt. tag | Popular in Asia and the Middle East, gaining recognition |
Good placements and a government-approved degree that enhances educational credibility are two benefits of pursuing an MBA from MBA Abroad View IIIT Ranchi. But apart from its greater alumni community and more structured international exposures, VIT Vellore has experiences that will be useful while seeking an MBA abroad, particularly through networking and word-of-mouth recommendations.
– In case you would like to choose, pick IIIT Ranchi: lower fees and improved placements, a government degree (occasionally useful for MBA or scholarship exams), and greater personal attention are outcomes of having fewer students.
– In case you would like to choose, pick VIT Vellore, in consideration of international programs and transfer possibilities, a large, engaged alumni community overseas, and further assistance to construct an MBA record through internships, activities, and clubs.
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