What is your opinion about USICT Delhi?

As a former student of USICT from 2012 to 2016, I can share my thoughts. USICT is one of the 12 schools within the main campus of IP University.

In short, USICT offers a solid college experience with impressive infrastructure, affordable fees, and good peer learning. However, placements are just average. Some alumni have done really well, going on to study at IITs, IIMs, and universities abroad, or working at companies like Flipkart and Paytm.

When it comes to rankings, USICT is the fourth-best college in Delhi NCR, just behind IIT Delhi, DTU, and NSIT. Colleges like IGITDTUW and IIIT Delhi are also at a similar level and may even outshine USICT in certain areas.

Admissions require taking a common entrance test organized by the university (back in my day it was IPU CET). As the top choice within IP University, you need a high rank to secure one of the 210 seats available across three branches: CSE, IT, and ECE. The test isn't tough, but you need to be quick and precise to score well. Achieving a rank under 1200 out of more than 80,000 candidates gives you a chance to grab a seat.

Regarding infrastructure, being on the main campus means USICT has top-notch facilities across its more than 60-acre grounds, keeping you busy throughout the year.

The central library, UIRC, provides all necessary course materials and a wide array of books and journals. Plus, students have free access to IEEE research papers.

Classrooms and labs are better than those in government colleges and rival many private institutions. Labs are well-equipped, offering curious minds the chance to explore various instruments thoroughly.

Teaching, however, might let you down if you're expecting excellence. Some teachers aren't great, but your exam success largely hinges on self-study and peer learning, often happening right up until exam time.

In terms of gender ratio, the classroom will mostly be boys, around 95%. However, the overall campus gender balance is better, thanks to other schools.

Sports facilities are shared with other university schools and are excellent, featuring a large football-cricket ground, plus courts for basketball, badminton, tennis, and volleyball.

Hostel rooms are spacious singles that you share with students from different courses, which isn't typical in standalone engineering colleges.

In recent years, student-driven tech clubs focused on coding and electronics have done well.

Extracurricular activities offer plenty of chances to explore interests beyond academics, though not all clubs are fully active. Drama, dance, music, literary, and nature clubs were functional during my time.

The cultural fest, Anugoonj, is a highlight for IP University students. As a USICT student, you'll enjoy it to the fullest and feel the pride among peers from affiliated colleges.

Placements might be a bit disappointing. Big companies rarely visit, with mass recruiters like TCS and Wipro hiring most students. Better companies come, but not in large numbers. Given the student quality, the companies invited by the placement cell could be better. However, mastering coding and competing in coding contests can lead to better opportunities. Electronics students, unfortunately, have fewer options.

Overall, USICT is a good college offering a university experience early on. But if you have offers from better colleges, you might want to consider those first.

I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology at USICT, and I’m generally satisfied with my choice. The curriculum is well-designed, covering essential topics like data structures and algorithms, which are crucial for a career in tech. The faculty is mostly qualified, and while some are strict, most are supportive.

We have internship opportunities starting from the 4th semester, and I’ve seen many students land good internships. The placement cell works hard to bring companies to campus, with the highest package reaching 45 LPA. Fees have hiked to about 120,000 in the second year, but that’s still manageable compared to many other institutions.

Campus life is decent, with various clubs and events, although the gender ratio is quite skewed.

When you look past the uneven placement records and some unfriendly faculty members, USICT is a great place to be. I've been here for about a year, and I'm sharing my honest thoughts without going anonymous to keep it real. In your first semester, seniors will give you tips on surviving college life and handling subjects based on which teacher you have. These seniors are incredibly supportive, and they'll be there for you no matter what time it is, even at 4 in the morning.

The college curriculum, especially in the first year, isn't very useful. You’ll have to deal with Physics and Chemistry classes and labs that can be really draining. Some teachers, especially from the USBAS, might yell at you over little things, and passing their classes can be tough. I've seen seniors retake physics and chemistry lab practicals multiple times because they somehow upset the teacher or were failed for no clear reason.

On the brighter side, the IT faculty tends to be more relaxed. If you check your first-year grades, you'll probably see your highest marks in IT subjects like Fundamentals of Computing and DSA. There are also research opportunities from the first year for those interested in pursuing an MS or PhD, but you have to take the initiative and approach the faculty yourself since they won't come to you. With only 180 students per batch, there are plenty of opportunities.

The grading system at IPU's main campus is pretty tough, and getting even a 75% is a challenge. Meanwhile, affiliated colleges often see much higher percentages and university toppers.

Being at USICT comes with some perks like access to the main campus facilities, including an air-conditioned library, free IEEE resources, fast WiFi, a nice canteen, and a beautiful 70-acre campus. The infrastructure is a highlight, and the low fees are a big plus. My first-year fees were 70,000 rupees, including some refundable and one-time fees. From the second year, it's just 52,000 per annum, which is much cheaper compared to other colleges like DTU, NSIT, or private institutions.

You'll need to seek extracurricular activities outside of college since there isn't much happening on campus. However, the attendance policy is lenient, so you can focus on tech competitions or other events without worrying too much about missing classes. Unlike NSIT or DTU, USICT doesn't strictly enforce the 75% attendance rule, which is great for those focusing on other pursuits.

Now, about placements, the admin has stopped sharing placement data since 2015, but you can look it up online. Placements are just okay, not great, but not terrible either. In 2018, Samsung offered the highest package at 8.8 LPA, with an average of 5.21 LPA. This year, Amazon offered 18 LPA to two students, which is impressive. The college doesn't actively work to bring companies to campus, which is a common issue with government colleges. Internships from startups in the third year are few and far between. If any HR professionals are reading this, please consider visiting USICT. We have talented and hardworking students eager for opportunities.

USICT Delhi is a decent college for pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology. I chose this college mainly because of its reputation in IPU and the faculty, which mostly consists of PhD holders. The exams here are manageable with two mid-terms and one end-semester exam per semester.

The placement opportunities are pretty good, with many companies visiting the campus, especially from the 7th semester onward. The highest package I heard was around 45 LPA, although the average is closer to 12 LPA. The fees have increased over the years, now at about 132,000 for the first year, but it's still lower than many private colleges. Overall, my experience has been positive, but there are some challenges with certain professors.

My experience at USICT for my B.Tech in Information Technology has been quite good overall. The faculty here are mostly PhD holders, which adds to the learning experience, but I have noticed some inconsistency in teaching quality.

The curriculum is updated, focusing on relevant tech topics, and there are two minor exams and one major exam each semester. Regarding placements, I’ve heard that the highest package was around 45 LPA, but this year’s average seems to have dropped to about 9 LPA.

The fees are now 132,000 for the first year, but scholarships are available for those who qualify. The campus has good facilities, and the annual fest, Anugoonj, is a highlight of the college experience.