What is it like to do M.Tech/Ph.D in IIT Bombay after B.Tech in IIT Bombay?

Many students who have completed their B.Tech + M.Tech (Dual Degree) are now pursuing their PhD from IIT Bombay. Here are some advantages and disadvantages of choosing to do a PhD at IIT Bombay:

Advantages of Choosing IIT:

• Freedom to choose your research topic and approach the problems in your own way.
• Professors generally do not refuse to be your guide if you are a B.Tech from IIT Bombay.
• You can explore other activities apart from academics such as art, music, dance, skating, and electronics hobbyist.

Disadvantages of Choosing IIT:

• Lack of resources compared to outside universities, but this can be worked to your advantage if you are creative.
• Most of the research topics at IITs are on outdated technologies and professors generally guide students to do research in their areas of expertise.
• Lack of competitive environment, as some PhDs are not as competitive as B.Tech students.

Overall, if you enjoy campus life and are not solely focused on pay packages, doing a PhD at IIT Bombay is worth it. You can improve the level of research in IITs by being self-motivated and exploring your interests beyond academics.