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IIIT Hyderabad: what are some of the pros and cons about the on campus hostel... And what's the curfew?
IIIT Hyderabad hostels are considered decent with all the basic amenities one could ask for. Here are a few pros and cons of these hostels
Pros
- The best part about these hostels is the ‘no curfew’ rule allowing you to come and go as your will.
- The hostels are newer than that of old IITs and NITs so obviously are better designed and furnished.
- IIIT Hyderabad does not have a huge campus like IITs so the distance between the campus and hostels is less saving both time and money for the students.
- The mess is located inside the hostel and serves decent food.
Cons
- The hostel administration is quite careless and does not pay heed to the students' complaints. But this citation is somewhat similar in all colleges these days.
- The roofs of the hostel buildings are locked. Then again, this is a safety precaution.
Overall, IIIT Hyderabad hostel life is filled with a lot of freedom and comfort.
How strict is attendance policy at IIIT Hyderabad?
The attendance policy at IIIT Hyderabad is pretty strict indeed. The institute has a 100% attendance policy in all courses. Whether this includes lab sessions and tutorials is decided by the concerned faculty. The minimum attendance required is >= 85%. The penalties for breaking the attendance rules are as follows.
- 75% to 85%: Grade is reduced by 1
- 65% to 75%: Grade is reduced by 2.
- 0% to 65%: Grade is changed to ‘F’ which is Fail.
It’s important to note that IIIT Hyderabad being a private institute has strict attendance rules not just for the sake of it. The matter is taken seriously and proxy attendance for friends is impossible here. Students get a grade drop even if they skip
You can also opt for the RSAO or the Responsible Student Attendance Option. Through this you are free from attendance compulsion provided that you get a grade above ‘B’.
Why are good institutes like IIIT-Hyderabad, IIIT-Allahabad, BITS-Pilani, NSIT and DTU missing in MHRD Rankings for best engineering institutes?
The first-ever ranking of higher education institutions in India namely the Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, and Universities was released on the 4th of April 2016, by the MHRD. Many claimed that the report was misleading as they did not conduct thorough research before ranking the institutes.
Firstly, only 233 out of 720 universities participated and it's highly possible that some of the major colleges did not participate in the survey. So to get an exact picture, 100% participation is a must. One of my friends told me that his institute was a tier-3 institute with pathetic teaching faculty and placements and yet was ranked under 70. This alone is enough to point out that fallacy in the rankings. He also told me that most of the duvet conducted was done with false credentials, therefore, discrediting the rankings.
The worst part of these MHRD rankings is that the accuracy and authenticity are in the hands of the institute which can be easily manipulated. Overall I believe that The National Institutional Ranking Framework is a good idea, but poorly executed because the rankings are done on the basis of incomplete data and are often manipulated. Unfortunately, many students fall trapped in these inflated rankings and end up h choosing the wrong institute.
Is IIIT Hyderabad better than IITs?
It depends on the specific IIT in question. IITs certainly offer excellent CSE programs. But IIIT Hyderabad is nowhere behind. It follows a curriculum that is regularly updated according to industry trends. It has one of the best coding cultures in the country.
IIIT Hyderabad placements 2021 show the highest CTC to be INR 56 LPA. While the lowest CTC offered was INR 2 LPA.
Should I apply for the 2nd round with a percentile of 99.233rd at IIIT Hyderabad?
No, I don’t think it’s wise to apply for the 2nd round with a percentile of 99.233rd at IIIT Hyderabad. Based on the cutoffs, the minimum percentile required to get IIIT Hyderabad CSE is 99.78 whereas for ECE is 98.87. Even if you end up getting ECE in the subsequent rounds you will end up losing a lot of money. Moreover, paying a sum of 20k just for a single round is not justified especially when your chances are slim.
Additionally, only half of the fee is considered an advance tuition fee. So you will lose a lot of money whether you get admission or not. It’s better to try another IIIT or a NIT than IIIT Hyderabad. But if you are adamant, you can surely try your luck!
What percentile is required for the CSE branch in IIIT Hyderabad?
IIIT Hyderabad percentile cutoff for both the common pool and diversity pool has been mentioned below
|
Round |
BTech in CSE Common Pool |
BTech in CSE Diversity Pool |
|
1 |
99.95 |
99.84 |
|
2 |
99.87 |
99.74 |
|
3 |
99.85 |
99.70 |
|
4 |
99.83 |
99.70 |
|
5 |
99.78 |
98.68 |
So, from the above table, we can conclude that the minimum percentile required for a male candidate to get IIIT Hyderabad CSE is 99.78 whereas for a female candidate is 99.68.
Which textbooks do first year CSE (4 year course) students use at IIIT Hyderabad? What is the curriculum?
At IIIT Hyderabad, the first-year CSE students have no electives to choose from and are taught compulsory courses. The semester-wise curriculum has been mentioned below
Semester one
|
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
|
Discrete Structures |
Linear Algebra |
|
Computer Programming |
Introduction to IoT |
|
Real Analysis |
Data Structures and Algorithms |
|
Digital Systems and Microcontrollers |
Introduction to Software Systems |
|
Arts-I |
Computer Systems Organization |
|
Sports-I |
Sports-II |
|
Value Education-1 |
Arts-II |
There aren’t any fixed textbooks that the students follow. Nevertheless, here are some subject and semester-wise textbooks mostly referred to
Semester 1:
- Mathematics I: Discrete Mathematics and its Applications by Kenneth Rosen
- Computer Programming: A Structured Approach Using C by Behrouz A Forouzan and Richard Gilberg
- Digital Logic and Processors: Digital Logic and Computer Design by M. Morris Mano
- Electrical Science I: Engineering Circuit Analysis by Hayt Jr., Kemmerly, and Dublin
Semester 2
- Mathematics II: Same book as above and Linear Algebra and its Applications by Gilbert Strang
- Data Structures: Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis in C by Mark Allen Weiss
- Basic Electronic Circuits: Microelectronic Circuits by Sedra and Smith
- Computer System Organization: Computer Organization and Design by Patterson and Hennesy
It also includes lab courses in programming and data structures, computer organization and architecture, and discrete structures.
Which one is better IIITH or IIT Guwahati?
IIIT's curriculum is similar to IIT after which it has been designed. Under this curriculum, you have to complete all compulsory CS courses within 2 years and then you are open to explore a field of your choice through electives in the 3rd and 4th year. A few common electives include VISION, NLP, CSTAR, and many others. Some students use their free time to prepare for their Master, publish undergrad papers, and then move abroad for Masters. Others can be seen targeting an MBA. Consider the following things before making the final decision
- Placement trends over the past few years
- Curriculum especially the compulsory courses
- Number of research papers from undergrads
- Fee structure
- Campus Culture
Overall, IIIT Hyderabad is an excellent choice considering its rich research culture in comparison to IIT Guwahati.
Why are people still not aware about institutes like IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Allahabad?
We interact with more than 100 people daily so you cannot expect everyone to be aware of IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Allahabad. Moreover, you should stop valuing people's opinions on these aspects of life. You alone are responsible for your life and career.
Everyone has their own opinions. In today's age of blind competition and instant gratification, people resort to such things as it gratifies them instantly.
So, it’s better to stay away from such discussions.
What is some insight into IIIT Hyderabad? How is the ECE M. Tech. interview?
Here are some highlights pertaining to the quality of education at IIIT Hyderabad
- IIIT Hyderabad attracts some of the top JEE rankers so the quality of the crowd is somewhat similar to top IITs.
- The course is industry relevant and well-tailored as per recent trends. It prepares you well for the industry.
- Thetheoritical concepts are delivered through a practical approach and this ensures the polishing of the student's skills.
- A number of active cultural clubs make your campus life vibrant and give you a break from academics.
- IIIT Hyderabad expands your knowledge base and helps you inculcate such soft skills that help you throughout your life in shaping your career.
One of my relatives shared his interview experience and it will help you get an idea of the level of difficulty and nature of questions asked. Initially, you will be asked to talk about yourself and your background. The interviewers evaluate your
- Logical thinking skills through simple puzzles.
- Your knowledge of the ECE subjects
- Your willingness to join the institute
Overall, the interview is easy and also gives you an idea to choose between MS and MTech.
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