The reviewer, who earned an all-India rank of 1600 in the JEE Exam, chose to study ship design at IIT Madras, one of the only two Indian institutions offering this unique course. The program is structured with 3-credit courses and 50 lectures per semester. Classes typically have 70-75 students, ensuring a favorable faculty-to-student ratio. The exam format includes two quizzes and an end-semester exam contributing to a total of 100 marks.
IIT Madras emphasizes research, with professors holding PhDs from reputed universities. Faculty advisors support students academically and personally, with teaching assistants also available for queries. The fee structure is transparent and based purely on merit admissions. Tuition fees vary by family income: 115,300 INR per semester for families earning above 5 lakh INR, 48,633 INR for those earning between 1-5 lakh INR, and 15,300 INR for families earning below 1 lakh INR or for SC/ST and PWD students.
Scholarships and loans are available to assist students financially. Hostel fees are approximately 70,000 INR annually. IIT Madras has a strong placement record, with 90-95% of students securing jobs by the end of the placement drive, involving over 100 companies and more than 1500 offers last year. Students can begin participating in placements from their 5th semester, with an average salary package of 21.48 Lakh INR per annum and a high of 3.67 crore INR per annum.
Internships are integral, with companies like Google and Microsoft offering positions with stipends ranging from 15,000 INR to 5 lakh INR per month. The college supports career preparation through placements and internships, ensuring comprehensive career development.
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