Chandigarh University is one of the finest and the best universities in India for CSE. The university ranks 3rd among the top universities in Chandigarh by NIRF 2020. The CSE department bagged the highest package from other departments. The institute has also emerged as one of the top universities in terms of placement in 2019-20.

The department of CSE at Acharya Institute of Technology is the most popular in terms of placements. The university consists of a large and diverse faculty of 306 highly qualified members.

Admission process:

Chandigarh University

• A minimum of 50% marks with physics, maths, and chemistry/biotechnology/computer science/biology.
• The admissions will be based on the marks secured in the CUCET conducted by the university. 
• The number of seats available is 60.
• The course fee required is INR 6.4 LPA. 

Acharya Institute of Technology

• The essential qualification for admission is 45% aggregate marks in 10+2 with a science stream from a recognized board. 
• The selection of the candidates is based on the KCET scores.
• The cutoff required is 10714.
• The total fees required is INR 8.56 LPA. 
• The number of seats available is 120.

Placements:

The students of Chandigarh University bagged 1000+ offers from 150 multinational companies in 2019. The university witnessed an increase of 20% hike in the number of recruiters and the average salary offered in 2019.

Many good companies visit the campus of Acharya Institute of Technology and 50% of the students get placed. The students get an average package of INR 3-4 LPA. 

The top companies that recruit CSE students are Amazon, Microsoft, Hitachi, HP, Deloitte, Zomato, Flipkart, IBM, Infosys, Oracle, Wipro, Accenture, etc. 

Facilities:

• There are more than 1.2 lakh books in the central library of Chandigarh University along with 85000 journals. 
• Chandigarh University promotes all types of sport activities and encourages the students for the participation in various sports events.
• The hostels of Acharya Institute of Technology comprises a total of 1500 students. 
• The institute provides well-equipped labs and a computer center of 1500 computers with a total bandwidth capacity of 100 MBPS. 

Chandigarh University is the best place to pursue CSE. It also has a name in the “Limca Book of Record” for providing the best placements for the CSE department. The infrastructure is also good, along with a ragging free campus. Overall, Chandigarh University is ideal for engineering.

The BE in CSE program at Chandigarh University and Acharya Institute of Technology is the most recruited program from the BE department with an average placement rate of 70%-80%.

The table below will highlight a comparison between the two educational institutions:

Other factors affecting the preference of BE CSE include the following:

Admission Process:

• To apply for the BE in CSE Program at Chandigarh University, students must have cleared 10+2 with 50% marks and have a minimum score of 40 in the CUCET.
• On the other hand, to apply to Acharya Institute of Technology's BE CSE program students just need 45% marks on 10+2 with a valid score in KCET.

Placements:

• In 2019, AIT's BE CSE department saw a 49% placement record. The major recruiters at AIT Bangalore were Amara Raja Batteries Limited (15%); and Ancient Group (15%) with the highest domestic CTC of INR 21 LPA offered by MuSigma Business Solutions Limited.
• In 2020, more than 350 companies recruited 3750 students from Chandigarh University's BE department. The students were offered an average package of INR 6 LPA and 90-92% placed students were from the CSE department. Some of the major recruiters include Wipro, TCS, Amazon, and Microsoft. Wipro recruited 394 students from the CSE department followed by Capgemini with 217 recruitments.The highest package of 35 LPA was offered to CSE and IT students at the Chandigarh University in 2020.

Special facts:

Chandigarh University's CSE department is deemed the best in Punjab according to their official website. It has the following features:

• Ranked 16th in India among Top Engineering Colleges list by the Outlook Magazine.
• Has 6.1 times higher ROI in the area and has a 'Nano Degree' facility available.
• The faculty is selected after 2-3 rounds of examination and interviews and the faculty Student ratio is 1:70.

Both AIT and CU make the BE CSE program available free of cost to meritorious students with 95% and above marks in the entrance exams.

Neotia Institute of Technology, Management and Science( NITMAS) and Chandigarh university are both UGC and AICTE approved private universities. NITMAS offers 49 courses across 9 streams whereas Chandigarh University offers more than 120 courses in fields like Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, commerce, law, humanities, etc. Chandigarh University has also been accredited with NAAC grade A.

Academics and Faculty:

Neotia University:

• Teachers are helpful and supportive. The course curriculum is relevant.

• Research work and internship work are emphasized. Industrial visits are conducted frequently for practical exposure.

• Students can join a variety of coding clubs. Technical competitions are organized for students to enhance their skills.

Chandigarh University:

• Teachers are highly qualified, helpful, and dedicated to their work. Students can easily approach their teachers for guidance.

• Scholarships are available for academically bright and economically weaker students.

• Maintaining a good percentage of attendance is mandatory. Emphasis is laid upon extracurricular activities.

• Students are encouraged to organize various fests which are popularly attended.

Facilities:

Neotia University:

• Sports facilities for games like football, basketball, and cricket are available on campus. There are separate teams for boys and girls.

• The library has a wide variety of books to choose from.

• Wi-Fi facilities are available throughout the campus.

Chandigarh University:

• High-speed Wi-Fi is available on campus. The classrooms are spacious and equipped with modern technology.

• The campus is huge and lush green. A variety of food items are available at the cafeteria.

• Medical rooms are available on campus with all the facilities.

• Sports facilities for games like volleyball, badminton, table tennis, football are also available.

• The university has a huge auditorium for seminars, functions, and different activities.

Placements:

Neotia University:

• The highest salary packages offered to students is around 14 LPA and the lowest offered is around 6 LPA.

• The university has its own placement cell which has ties with many companies.

• Companies like Infosys, Accenture, Wipro, IBM come to hire students every year.

Chandigarh University:

• The university has ties with various international and national companies.

• The highest salary packages offered are around 15 LPA and the lowest are around 6 LPA.

Both colleges have numerous advantages. However, the choice of college depends on an individual’s goals, expectations, vision, and feasibility.

Chandigarh University is better in all aspects than SVC in Agriculture. University Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Chandigarh University (CU), Punjab is the head organization of horticultural instruction and research in Punjab and North India.

Few highlights of UIAS Department are given below. 

• UIAS has state-of-art infrastructure including well-equipped laboratories, extensive farmlands, and an operational research management system.
• UIAS has a unique academic curriculum that comprises teaching major, minor and open elective courses, and project work as well.
• It provides the students with a global vision for their career and also strong Global alliances.
• Chandigarh University offers the highest return on investments.
• It has impeccable placement records as well. According to the recent placement highlights the average CTC offered at the institute is 8 LPA. 

Here are some of the things that make Chandigarh University the best institute for Agriculture.

• CU offers a unique academic model that matches the international standards with its wide spectrum of programs.
• It has an academic fraternity drawn from top universities nationally and internationally.
• The institute provides its students with international learning opportunities through partnerships with more than 270+ top-ranked universities globally.
• Agricultural Sciences Department has specialties such as globally adaptable curriculum, Research facilities, pre-placement training, Technical labs, etc.

The institute puts great efforts to place their students. Placement can be assured only with the cooperation of the students. The institute also organizes various trips and programs like RAWE which is a prerequisite for placements.