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What if I get into a low ranked DU college?
Getting admission to DU is a big deal. You should not feel apathetic and discouraged even if you do not get a top-ranked college. Every college of DU has an equal value when you get the degree. The faculties are cooperative and supportive. They are always ready to help the students.
The only major differences are the infrastructure and the surrounding. Simplicity and Uniformity are observed in everyone studying or teaching at DU. Being one among the 2.5k applicants to be accepted into a DU college is something to be proud of. Be content with what you currently have, explore opportunities, and ask your seniors for assistance if necessary.
"Getting into a good college" is an exaggerated and superficial concept and sincere courtesy goes to the media. Every DU college follows the same teaching standards.
It is a fact that everything happens for a reason. On Facebook, there was a post titled "Humans of SRCC" in which a few students expressed their thoughts and issues they had encountered at the college. They claim that they do not fit in at SRCC's fast-paced environment and that they feel isolated at times.
So, rather than regretting or overthinking what fate has in store for them, one should always accept it with grace and satisfaction.
Is VIT better than some NITs like say NIT Durgapur?
No, VIT is not better than NITs at all. In fact, its a private engineering college so it will cost you much more than studying at a government college like NIT. Here is why I think NITs in general or NIT Durgapur, in particular, is better than VIT
- Although NITs have a reservation policy, it does not suck as much as the Management Quota at VIT that lets in a huge number of average students.
- The placement statistics clearly put NIT Durgapur ahead of VIT.
- NIT Durgapur has a rich legacy and is highly reputed among recruiters.
- You will get the advantage of the NIT tag and one can deny the fact that it does give you an edge over others
Here is a brief overview of these colleges
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Particulars |
NIT Jamshedpur |
VIT Vellore |
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Fees |
INR 1.88 Lakhs (BTech 1st Year Fees) |
INR 1.98 Lakhs (BTech 1st Year Fees) |
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Ranking by NIRF (BTech) |
101 out of 200 colleges in 2023 |
11 out of 200 colleges in 2023 |
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Highest CTC |
INR 83 LPA |
INR 1.02 CPA |
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Average CTC |
INR 15.98 LPA |
INR 9.23 LPA |
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Top Recruiters |
Alstom, Tata Motors, Tata Cummins, KPMG, Adobe, etc |
TCS, Microsoft, Airbnb, Qualcomm, etc |
Ultimately, it depends on your passion for studying because if you are passionate enough, even an average college will bring out the best in you.
I joined SBI as a PO in 2015 and currently a scale 2 officer. Is it wise to leave SBI for an MBA from NMIMS Mumbai, SIBM Pune or MDI Gurgaon? Also, I do not want to continue in SBI.
Since you do not want to continue with SBI due to whatever reasons, so it would be a better option to follow what you want to and don’t continue in your job. Now, you have three options to choose what you want to do:-
- You can resign your current job and search for a job in a private bank. This option might not be a feasible one as the entry-level pay at SBI is much more lucrative than other banks. Your experience might not be valued in case you do not have much of it.
- You can go for an MBA from NMIMS Mumbai, SIBM Pune, or MDI Gurgaon. In this case, your experience will be valued during the placement process and you will be an eligible contender for middle management jobs in private banks and you may also explore new fields like corporate finance or trade finance.
- The other option is to wait for two more years of experience and pursue a one-year MBA provided you are ready to continue in SBI for two more years. Furthermore, there are other factors as well like GMAT score you get after two years.
Is it worth paying the higher fees to go to ISB? Why?
My answer is going to be extremely biased as my sister has been a victim of ISB Hyderabad’s high fees and poor placement opportunities. This answer is meant to shed some light on this issue.
ISB Hyderabad MBA fees are currently INR 41,98,000 (plus GST) while the batch size is around 900. The Institute has failed to cater to the huge batch size and has witnessed a decline in the quality of education and placements in ISB Hyderabad.
The best roles are very scarce and are given only to the students with the top grades. Others end up with below-average packages. As far as the specialization is concerned, Finance jobs are almost non-existent at ISB Hyderabad. Consulting is one of the leading domains here and the top 3 firms do visit the campus. But the number of roles offered by them is not enough for the huge batch.
The other roles offered are mediocre and not at par with the hefty fees 900 students have paid. They expect better packages and after realizing the actual scenario feel wronged.
ISB Hyderabad MBA is not suitable if
- you earn around 16 Llacs with more than 3 years of work experience
- you are a software engineer in top product companies
- you are already from a good engineering college like IITs, BITS, and Top NITs
So we can safely conclude that ISB Hyderabad is an overrated Institute and its rankings are misleading. The reality of the institute begs to differ.
What is it like to study at IISc Bangalore?
IISc - Indian Institute of Science - seems like a different world. There are many elite institutions and universities in India, but IISc is one of its kind.
The first thing every student feels after entering the serene and green campus of IISc is belongingness. Every student immediately connects to this beautiful campus. The vision of Jamsedji Tata and the advice of Swami Vivekananda, combined with the generosity of Maharaja of Mysore state Shri Krishnaraja Wodeyar lead to the formation of IISc. There is a statue of Jamsedji Tata that overlooks the main building of the institute.
Most of the students join IISc owing to a genuine interest in their respective subjects and fields. Being mainly a research institution, IISc attracts post-graduate and doctoral students across numerous fields of science and engineering streams. There are over 25 departments that belong to either pure sciences, applied sciences, or engineering streams.
The atmosphere is very calm and ideal for academics. There is hostel accommodation inside the campus. The food provided in the hostel is hygienic and is also food joints near the campus.
Students enjoy academic freedom thoroughly here. It is not uncommon to find a student of electrical engineering sitting in a class of advanced mathematics. Even professors do that. They attend classes and take notes along with the students. Students are free to sit in any lecture (though, with the permission of the advisor, who generally obliges). One can see students from different departments discussing their work, sharing ideas, and even collaborating. There are also public lectures that students can attend.
There is a placement cell, but several students, including Masters degree holders, opt to go for jobs that are inclined towards research, and not the usual high-paying corporate jobs.
Apart from research, a lot of campus activities are there. There are plenty of student clubs, such as Literary Club, IISc Cycling Club, IISc Gymkhana, etc. The institute organizes a technical and cultural fest, Pravega.
Is IIM Trichy the best among new IIMs?
It would not be right to question the idea of ranking institutes based on metrics such as the highest CTC (cost to company) offered to graduates, or the perceived quality of the companies that hire graduates. It is not the institute itself that determines a person's success, but rather the individual's own actions and what they do with the education they receive. You also emphasize the importance of academic and personal discipline, which you believe are more valuable than material success.
People believe that everyone who studies at any IIM has the potential to be successful, but not necessarily in the sense of earning a high salary or getting a high-paying job. Instead, the true value of an institute lies in the knowledge and skills that a person gains, and how they use them to make a positive impact in the world. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to determine their own success and make the most of the opportunities they receive. You will have a positive experience studying at IIM Trichy, but it will not be fair or accurate to claim that it is the best new IIM.
Which IIM to prefer out of 6 new IIMs (IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, IIM Rohtak, IIM Udaipur, IIM Tiruchirappalli)?
Since almost all the new IIMs have a common performance rate these days, it’s quite a dilemma to choose one among them. Some make their choices on the basis of placement reports while others prefer locational and campus-related factors.
Let me give you 2 solid reasons why placement reports are not a good basis for judgment.
- The salaries mentioned in the placement reports are on CTC basis and therefore would be highly inflated as is the case with all Indian B-School.
- If you look closely at the placement reports of the new IIMs, you will see that the figures are almost the same.
This can leave you more confused.
Another factor people consider is the location. Apart from Rohtak, almost every IIM has a locational issue. Even the faculty and pedagogy are similar. So the overall difference in these colleges is completely dependent on your mindset and willingness to struggle.
Now I have come up with a unique parameter to make your decision a tad bit easier. This factor is the specialization you are willing to pursue. To make it easier, let’s consider the following specializations and the IIMs that excel in each of these respective categories.
- Human Resources: For this specialization, the best among the new IIMs are IIM Ranchi and IIM Trichy.
- Marketing: If you are interested in the Marketing domain, the best options for you are IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Udaipur.
- Finance: For a stable career in Finance the preferred IIMs include IIM Trichy and IIM Udaipur.
However, for this, you need to be certain of the field you are interested in. In case you are not yet certain, go for any one of these 3; Ranchi, Raipur, or Trichy.
How academically intense is the MBA at IIM Ahmedabad?
Academically an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad is extremely grueling. There’s a lot to read, lot to do, and very little time.
The three classes every day is the easiest part. The real pandemonium starts when the bell strikes 1:10 pm. Students rush to the mess to have their lunch and wait for the surprise test notification. The notification usually comes around 1:30 pm. You can breathe easy if no notification came. If you get a surprise test, you will have to start ruffling through books and previous notes to prepare for it.
Each day, you will have to prepare 2-3 cases for the next. You also need to read the cases (15-30 pages long) and make a crisp presentation including your understanding. You also need to take care of assignments. During the second term, you will have to prepare for the summer placements, along with the usual academics. You have to refine your resume, meet with your placement adviser, and take part in club activities and interest groups.
Basically, you will be subjected to human stress testing during your MBA at IIM Ahmedabad. You will be put through every conceivable difficulty you may face in your professional life.
Who has the highest GPA in IIM A?
A 25-year-old student of IIM Bangalore, namely Udit Jalin, secured the highest-ever GPA at the institute. The gold medalist has a strong belief that managers should not run after huge packages, rather they should focus on the quality of work they are delivering alongside maintaining a good balance between work and personal life. This genius scored 3.9 out of 4.0 CGPA in IIM Bangalore PGP program, the highest ever recorded. Additionally, he scored a perfect grade of 4/4 in 13 of 26 courses with an AA grade in all courses.
He feels grateful to IIM Bangalore which gave him a holistic view of various domains of Management including marketing, operations, business strategy, and finance. His learning experience was enhanced by the frequent interactions and debates at IMB. The excellent pedagogy, he claims, helped transform his theoretical knowledge into practical implementation through research and consulting experiences of professors and peers.
When asked about the secret behind his success he gave 2 strong points
- Every manager should master time management
- Know your area of interest that will help you decide your domain and electives and you can focus on one thing.
How was your interview experience at IIM Lucknow?
Due to the Covid19 situation, IIM Lucknow is taking interviews online. The interview takes around 15-20 minutes and there will be two panelists.
Interview starts with an introduction. They will ask you about your academic background, any job experience that you have, etc. To prepare for the interview go through your profile thoroughly. There will be questions based on your profile.
There will be general questions like ‘Why MBA?’, “Why IIM Lucknow?’, “What other calls do you have?’, ‘Any particular specializations you are interested in?’, etc. You can expect questions from current affairs as well.
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