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How are placements in PDPU and what is the average placement salary for petroleum engineering?
Placements at PDPU are really good, as a lot of reputed companies take part in their placement program. They offer proper industrial exposure through internships and industry visits.
Petroleum Engineering and Technology students usually receive the highest salary package compared to other branches.
Once, ONGC had recruited around 15–20 Petroleum Engineers with a package of around 14–15 LPA. If you compare the average salary package, Petroleum engineers get a package of around 5–6 LPA.
| Categories | Petroleum Engineering at PDPU |
| Course Fee | INR 9.73 lakh |
| Placement Percentage | 80% |
| Highest CTC | 16 LPA |
| Average CTC | 8 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | ONGC, Schlumberger, Shell, Reliance, etc. |
If you have good knowledge and fluent communication skills, combined with a perfect academic performance then you will definitely get placed in one of the reputed companies with appropriate salary packages.
What is your review of Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University Gandhinagar (PDPU)?
One of my friends studied at Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDPU), Gandhinagar. According to him, it is the right institution to study Petroleum Engineering.
- They have a very good curriculum, updated to match the industry norms.
- The faculties are highly experienced and also includes industry experts taking classes often.
- The infrastructure of PDPU is well maintained. All departments have their own designated buildings.
- The campus has 3 libraries.
- Workshops and Labs are well equipped with the latest technology. They also have a virtual class facility.
- Their auditorium is one of the best in Gujrat.
- Hostels are newly established, hence have all the necessary facilities.
- The whole campus is wifi enabled.
- They have sports facilities available in the campus, the sports complex is one of the biggest in India.
- Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat and the most planned city of India. It is well connected with proper transport facilities.
| Categories | PDPU |
| Course Fee | INR 9.73 lakh |
| Placement Percentage | 80% |
| Highest CTC | 12-16 LPA |
| Average CTC | 6-8 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | ONGC, Schlumberger, Shell, Reliance, etc. |
PDPU Gandhinagar offers a great campus life. The campus life is also vibrant. They host lots of activities in various areas like coding, gaming, debating, etc. Also, lots of workshops are there for different streams. PDPU Gandhinagar has yearly cultural and technical fests known as ‘Flare’ & ‘Tesseract’ respectively. Overall PDPU is good and also has a strong alumni network.
Where is life better, Nirma University or PDPU? Which has better placements?
According to the reviews online, here is a comparison between the two colleges Nirma University and PDPU.
- The campus life is better in PDPU than Nirma, there are a lot of rules and regulations students have to strictly follow.
- In Nirma a 85% attendance is to be maintained by the students to be able to sit for the examinations.
- The overall academic pressure is more in PDPU than Nirma.
- In Nirma, UG students do not get hostels.
- Placements depend more on your branch than the institution.
- CS and IT Nirma are much better than PDPU. Petroleum Engineering is the best in PDPU. Maximum students are hired by ONGC from PDPU.
- Nirma provides much better transportation facilities than PDPU.
| Categories | Nirma University | PDPU |
| Course Fee | INR 7.24 lakh | INR 9.73 lakh |
| Placement Percentage | 70% | 70% |
| Highest CTC | 12 LPA | 10-12 LPA |
| Average CTC | 5 LPA | 6 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | L&T, Bosch, etc. | Hindustan Unilever, Nayara Energy, etc. |
Lastly, it can be stated that Nirma is slowly deteriorating, on the other hand PDPU is gaining popularity and recognition. So, if you want to pursue Petroleum Engineering go for PDPU, otherwise Nirma will be a better option.
How good is PDPU Gandhinagar?
One of my friends studied at PDPU Gandhinagar. According to him, it, like any other college, has its fair share of pros and cons.
- PDPU has a well established infrastructure, with all the necessary facilities available for the students.
- It provides students enough industrial exposure to familiarize themselves with the functioning of the industries in the real world.
- They encourage students to participate in club activities like sports, cultural, technical, etc.
- The college supports students pursuing a research career, both academically and financially.
- The whole campus is wifi enabled.
| Categories | PDPU |
| Course Fee | INR 9.73 lakh |
| Placement Percentage | 80% |
| Highest CTC | 12-16 LPA |
| Average CTC | 6-8 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | ONGC, Schlumberger, Shell, Reliance, etc. |
Overall they offer the best sports facilities, international and national exposure, workshops, job opportunities, etc. Thus studying in PDPU will definitely be fulfilling and worthwhile.
How is the placement of CS in PDPU? Is the money worth it?
The fees that PDPU charges are not only for the education but the overall development of an individual. The campus, classrooms, ambience and its rich and vivid culture will definitely have a huge impact on the students. You will not get such all-round development in sports and other extra curriculars in any other college in Gujarat.
When placements are considered it always stood out among others. The ICT and CS at PDPU was started keeping in mind the need of engineers that will rise for The Jio project of Mr. Mukesh Ambani who is the president of PDPU. So Jio will be hiring many students.
Which college should be preferred UPES Dehradun or PDPU Gandhinagar?
According to the reviews online, both colleges have their own pros and cons, and here are some comparison points which might help you make an informed decision.
- The location of both the colleges are good, be it Gandhinagar or Dehradun.
- The UPES campus is much bigger compared to the PDPU campus. But both are well maintained and facilitated.
- PDPU provides B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering while UPES provides the same in Applied Petroleum Engineering. The former is considered to be far better and more advantageous than the latter.
- Curriculum of PDPU is very well prepared encompassing all major aspects. It has now been bifurcated into upstream and downstream.
- Placements at PDPU are much better compared to UPES.
- PDPU is visited by core companies like ONGC but UPES is mostly famous for its relevance among IT companies like Accenture, Wipro, etc.
Lastly, it can be seen that PDPU, even being a newer institution has grown a lot compared to other colleges. They are visited by core companies which hire students offering them a salary package of 14-15 LPA. So, it will be better if you go for PDPU as it will give you proper industrial exposure and opportunities.
What will the total expenditure for B.Tech at PDPU be for 4 years considering all charges?
The following is the fees structure for B.Tech at PDPU:
| Categories | For All India and Gujarat Seats |
| Tuition Fee (Per Semester) | INR 1,17,000+ |
| University Enrolment Fee (Per Semester) | INR 3,000 |
| Library Deposit (Refundable) | INR 3,000 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | INR 10,000 |
| Total (inclusive of Rs. 13,000 as refundable deposits) | INR 1,33,000 |
The Hostel Fees are INR 85,000 per academic year (Non-refundable) and the Hostel Deposit (Refundable) is INR 5,000. Electricity charges would be calculated on an actual consumption basis.
Mess Charges include INR 44,000 per year for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks as per canteen schedule. This is compulsory for candidates opting for the hostel facility of the University. Also INR 29,000 per year for breakfast, lunch and snacks for day scholars as per the canteen schedule. (Monday to Friday).
How good is PDPU for liberal studies?
One of my friends studied at PDPU with Liberal Studies. His major was International Relations and Environmental Studies. So according to him, the School of Liberal Studies (SLS) is based on 3 pillars which are quintessential to any liberal arts school; Creativity, Critical Thinking and Articulation.
Over the course of the first 4 semesters, you have an opportunity to explore a wide range of 30 subjects spanning across the fields of Economics, International Relations, Psychology, Governance and Public Administration, Mathematics, Geography, English Literature, Food Geography, Environmental Law/Studies, Communication, Foreign Languages, Sciences, Theatre, Music, Art, Marketing and History. For the final two years, you have to pick a field to major in and a complementary minor.
He has been a recipient of 4 Research Travel Grants, his research include Agriculture, Food Politics, International Relations and Environmental Policy.
The management has supported him in his endeavors and the professors were very cooperative.
Therefore, the SLS provided him a stable platform with the right set of tools, Research Support, Experienced Faculties, Unique and Socratic Pedagogy, Adequate Infrastructure and perspective.
The School of Liberal Studies allows one to fully express themselves whether it is in academics, fine arts or sports. You can study everything from Political Philosophy of Ancient Greece to Food Policy in Rural India. It will prepare you for real life challenges and formulate a view based on International and Local Experiences combined with classroom discussions and debates.
How many marks are required in JEE or GUJCET to get admission to PDPU Gandhinagar?
The cut-off rank (or score) required for PDPU in JEE or GUJCET changes every year. The corresponding score and rank dependency is also different every year.
The expected cut-off ranks for PDPU from JEE Main are listed below.
|
Department |
JEE Main Cut-off(expected) |
|
Petroleum Engineering |
<56000 |
|
Computer Engineering |
<40000 |
|
Information and Communication Technology |
<52000 |
|
Chemical Engineering |
<65000 |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
<60000 |
|
Electrical Engineering |
<150000 |
|
Civil Engineering |
<150000 |
Key highlights:
- The score required varies on the overall performance and difficulty level of the question paper. One of my friends got admission in the Chemical Engineering branch with a 120 cutoff in JEE Main back in 2016. Chemical is among the fastest filling departments along with Petroleum and Computer Science.
- For GUJCET candidates, a score of around 95 should be sufficient for PDPU. For SC/ST candidates, even 85 would do the same.
- For JEE Main candidates, 130-150 is considered as a sufficient score for general students for getting the top branches in PDPU.
The above ranks and cut-offs are assumptions and can be considered as tentative values.
How is chemical engineering in PDPU compared to chemical engineering in Nirma University?
According to the reviews online, here are some of the facts about both these colleges, and which one will be the better choice for pursuing chemical engineering.
- Nirma University’s cut off is higher than PDPU.
- Nirma is a much more established and experienced college than PDPU.
- Both colleges have highly qualified and cooperative faculty members.
- The laboratories of PDPU are much more well maintained and upgraded than Nirma, as it is much younger compared to Nirma.
- The labs in PDPU are all facilitated with modern and updated machinery, required for practicals.
- PDPU has a complete air-conditioned campus, whereas in Nirma some classes are not fully air conditioned.
- PDPU being a comparatively newer institution has better, well maintained infrastructure than Nirma.
- PDPU gives students the proper industrial exposure. They conduct events like ‘International Conference on Chemical Industry (ICCI)’, which happens only in the Chemical Department, no other department has organised a grand event in the last 5 years.
| Categories | Nirma University | PDPU |
| Course Fee | INR 7.24 lakh | INR 9.73 lakh |
| Placement Percentage | 70% | 80% |
| Highest CTC | 13 LPA | 8-12 LPA |
| Average CTC | 6-7 LPA | 7-7.5 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | Reliance, L&T, Worley Engineering, Jubilant Life Sciences, etc. | Super Gas, GSFC, Thermax, DCM Shriram, etc. |
Therefore, it is suggested that you go for PDPU if fees are not your primary concern. Students at PDPU will definitely get better opportunities for chemical engineering than Nirma. Even if Nirma is a more experienced institution, the newer approach of PDPU will always help you get accustomed to the functioning in today’s industries.
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