How is SVNIT surat??

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Rankings
This year, SVNIT isn't in the top 10 NITs for overall engineering, sitting at 13th in the 2018 NIRF rankings. However, for mechanical engineering, it does make it into the top 10.

Infrastructure
The facilities here are fantastic! The hostel is one of the best among top technical institutes like IITs and NITs. The new classroom complex is well-equipped, promising a great learning environment. We also have a newly built library that you'll want to visit weekly. Some departments have moved to new buildings with top-notch facilities. There's a small cafeteria offering affordable fast food and now delicious juice too. I wish there was a new cafeteria building, but I'm not sure if that's planned. Sports facilities are great, with a large cricket and football ground, tennis and volleyball courts, and a well-maintained gym for fitness lovers.

Location
SVNIT's location is a big perk for placements and consultancy work. It's in a prime spot in Surat, with the city airport close by. The Athwalines area is quite upscale, with excellent food options nearby, so you won't miss homemade meals. Being close to Mumbai, Pune, Baroda, and Ahmedabad attracts many companies to recruit from SVNIT. Surat also has many major industries, making it popular for mechanical engineering.

Academics
You'll need to be independent here because no one will spoon-feed you. Exams aren't too stressful; you can do well even with a week's preparation. Professors are approachable and work hard to help you understand concepts. The atmosphere is positive, and the research facilities are decent. SVNIT even has its own cryogenics wind tunnel, a first in India. Many students pursue higher studies abroad or at IITs, and some hold high positions in well-known companies.

Placements & Alumni Association
In 2017-18, the CS department had nearly 100% placements. Mechanical also did well, and other departments had decent placements too. I can't comment on M.Tech placements, which might not be as strong. Mechanical packages ranged from 4 LPA to 18 LPA. Our alumni network is vast and growing, and you can connect with them on LinkedIn or our SVNIT alumni website.

Extra-curricular & Student Chapters
Our annual technocultural fest, Sparsh, is a highlight, with past guests like KK, Vishal-Shekhar, Neha Kakkar, and Sachin-Jigar. We have events like singing, dancing, fashion, and DJ nights. SVNIT celebrates all major festivals and encourages students to showcase their talents. CHRD supports singing, dancing, drama, photography, and art. We also have technical clubs like Drishti and SAE for those interested in engineering, and the CS department has an ACM student chapter for coding enthusiasts. Spicmacay is also active on campus.

That's my take! Feel free to ask if you want more info about SVNIT. I hope your time here is unforgettable!

SVNIT is the only college I've attended, so I can't really compare it to others. Whether you like it or not depends on what you're looking for in a college. If you're hoping for freedom and flexibility, then SVNIT might not be the best fit. The strict 75% attendance rule limits your ability to attend events at other colleges. Even if you aren't gaining much in class, you still have to sit through it for attendance, which can be frustrating if you'd rather be exploring other interests.

For female students, there's a bit of a restriction on movement. The campus setup feels a little like a large prison to me, with girls' hostels on one side and boys' on the opposite. This isolation can make moving around a bit awkward.

If you're dreaming of a college with big facilities, SVNIT might disappoint. There's no auditorium or sloped classrooms, which are pretty standard elsewhere. The swimming pool you see on Google Maps doesn't actually exist, and the football ground is more like a weed patch.

In terms of open-mindedness and interaction, SVNIT might not be ideal either. The research facilities lack AC and funding. While Hindi is our national language, Gujarati and Telugu are more commonly spoken here, even in coding languages! The regional and language divide can make conversations awkward.

There are student chapters for drama, dance, and art, but they often don't get much support. The faculty thinks these activities distract from technical learning. So, these chapters end up practicing wherever they can, but even then, hanging out is discouraged.

If you're into sports, you might be disappointed. The football ground is overgrown, the basketball court is missing benches, and the swimming pool is just a myth. Cricket is the sport of choice here, and while that might be great for cricket enthusiasts, other sports don’t get much attention.

If you're looking for a continuation of school life, then SVNIT might work for you. It's not as easy to form deep bonds, and studying is more challenging. But hey, that's college for you.

Despite these flaws, the college has its positives. It's in an urban area with a mix of cultures and opportunities. You'll learn to communicate with diverse people, pick up new skills, and discover what living independently is all about. You'll have to study, but you'll also have the chance to participate in events and maybe even rebel a bit. It's my only college, and despite its flaws, I love it and am committed to its and my growth.

Here's my perspective on SVNIT Surat, and it's a bit of a mixed bag. If you're into sports, you might be disappointed. The sports ground is in bad shape most of the year. From January to June, it's barren with no grass, and from July to December, it turns into a grassy area. There are only two badminton courts for around 4000 students, so you often have to wait 20 minutes to play and only get 10 minutes on the court. It's tough to accommodate so many students with just two courts.

On the bright side, there's an exciting sports event called MMNCT, which is an inter-year cricket tournament usually held at night. But because of the poor ground conditions, students often end up playing on the roads near the hostels. The gym, however, is pretty great with excellent equipment.

When it comes to academics, some professors can be quite dull, which might help you catch up on sleep. However, there are also some really good ones, especially in the civil department. The grading system is transparent, and you get to see your exam papers within 15-20 days, similar to school. Classrooms also resemble school settings, so don’t expect anything too fancy.

The rules are relaxed, and you can often manage with 60% attendance in most subjects. Teachers aren't overly strict, unlike typical Indian professors, although there are exceptions. Campus life is fantastic, with the college situated in a developed part of Surat, close to shopping malls and eateries. Plus, places like Mumbai and Daman are nearby for a quick getaway.

SVNIT has a variety of clubs like technical, dancing, singing, coding, and SAE for building cars. The technical club is the most valued for placements. But don't expect to become a pro in any area just by joining these clubs, except maybe the technical one. The hostels and mess food are decent. If you’ve survived Kota, you’ll manage here. I've heard the girls' hostel has even better food. It seems a bit unfair to the boys.

In conclusion, if you're interested in things other than sports, SVNIT is a good choice. For sports enthusiasts, MNIT Jaipur might be better. The placements at SVNIT are quite solid. Feel free to message me if you have more questions. And sorry for the rant!