IIIT Pune Faculty

The college has a mixed review of its faculty, with contrasting opinions on their intelligence and teaching capabilities. The overall rating is 5 out of 10. The faculty consists of 64 members, with the Computer Science department recognized as having the best faculty. In contrast, the Electronics and Telecommunication (E&TC) branch is criticized for having only 3-4 experienced teachers out of 24. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 60:1. Faculty qualifications range from postgraduate degrees to PhDs, with some engaged in ongoing research.

Although many faculty members are well-qualified, possessing MSc, ME, and PhDs, their teaching skills and communication vary. Some students note a need for self-study due to teaching deficiencies. The faculty is described as supportive and interactive, focusing on practical knowledge and equipped with modern teaching aids like PowerPoint presentations. There is a noted emphasis on practical learning, with 95% of the focus on practical application. Despite these positives, issues such as a lack of experience in some staff, language barriers, and inconsistent faculty retention are highlighted.

The faculty is praised for helpfulness and dedication, particularly in the Computer Science and IT departments, although the quality is deemed average overall.