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Should I take CS at CCET Chandigarh or electrical at PEC?

Khushi Singhal Posted On : June 30th, 2021

Electronics and Communication Engineering at Chandigarh College of Engineering and Technology

Based on the review that I received from my friends at these two institutes I will say PEC is better. But if you have an interest in CSE then go for CCET.

Placements - CCET:

The placement rate here is 80 to 90 percent.
The average package offered here is up to 6 lakhs.

Placements - PEC(electrical):

The placement rate is 93 percent.

The average package offered up to 10 lakhs per annum (2020 placements).
Alston, Goldman Sachs, EXL services, and others were among the major companies that hire from the electrical industry.

In terms of reputation, infrastructure, art, and culture, PEC is superior.

Which is a good choice, PEC Chandigarh or NIT Meghalaya?

Pavan Sharma Posted On : May 2nd, 2021

B.Tech Computer Science, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India (2022)

PEC Chandigarh and NIT Meghalaya, neither of them are good colleges as of now due to some major reasons.

NIT Meghalaya:

NIT Meghalaya is situated in the northeastern part of India and it is a newly built NIT.
It now comes at the bottom among all the NITs of our country. This is because of the poor and temporary management faculty and it doesn't even have a campus of its own.
The placements here are currently very poor as this college is newly built. It will take its time to get exposure and recognition which can attract top companies to visit for campus placements.

PEC Chandigarh:

PEC Chandigarh is not a great college as students scoring lower ranks like 40k or more can also get admission at PEC.
The placement records are also very poor here. And being at PEC Chandigarh you will also not get the NITian tag which can be very helpful while looking for jobs.

It is suggested to take a year drop and start preparing for JEE Main properly and aim to score higher marks. Appear for the January exam and not the April exam as almost every student targets for it and it can be very difficult to score higher rankings as competition will get very tough. January exam will have less competition and it will be easy to get higher rankings which can indeed open possibilities to get admission in one of the top IITs or NITs.

How are PEC Chandigarh hostels at present and how is the campus?

Prajakta Bose Posted On : May 2nd, 2021

Studied at PEC Chandigarh

PEC Chandigarh is a government college and the hostels are okayish as these are typical government college hostels. There are different hostels for each year students with spacious rooms and from the second year onwards, each student gets their own separate room and this is the best thing about PEC Chandigarh hostels.

Food provided in the mess is okay.
The environment is clean.
There are good indoor game facilities like Table Tennis, Carrom, etc. The institute also has various hostel clubs.
The washrooms of the hostel are not clean and the condition is very bad, which is a major drawback. The washrooms are only good at the Shivalik hostel.
Also, per room, there will be one fan provided. Although you can secretly use a cooler for the 4 years of your stay.

These are a few of the major things that you should know about the hostels at PEC Chandigarh.

B.Tech Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

B.Tech Chemical Engineering

Should I join metallurgy at PEC chandigarh though I have interest in CSE or should I drop an year to make it to IITS/NITS/BITS?

Sajhbati Dasgupta Posted On : September 17th, 2022

Studied at Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh

If you are interested in CSE and have the confidence that you will be able to get IITs/NITs/BITS, you can take a drop year. But this option has its risks. PEC Chandigarh offers branch sliding options. Although the cutoff requirement is high for CSE, it's certainly doable with hard work. This way you won’t have to worry about a drop year.

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B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

MNIT Jaipur

Which is better, PEC Chandigarh mechanical or MNIT Jaipur chemical?

Riddhi Sarkar Posted On : July 7th, 2021

Studied at MNIT Jaipur (2019)

There are many things to consider while choosing a college such as placements, location, branch, choice, your expectations after 4 years of engineering life, etc.

If you have a liking for a particular branch then go to that college all things considered. Being a student of MNIT myself, I can say that, if you are only concerned about placements then MNIT Jaipur will prove to be a better choice.

The following data comparing the placements at both institutes will hopefully give you better clarity.

Categories	Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh	Chemical at MNIT Jaipur
Course Fee	6.39 lakh	6.56 lakh
Highest CTC	15 LPA	17 LPA
Average CTC	6.5 LPA	8-9 LPA
Recruiting Companies	Tata, JP Morgan, Amazon, MySQL, etc.	Hindustan Unilever, GlaxoSmithKline, Tata Chemicals, Carron Oil, etc.

However, if you are thinking of branch change after entering the college then MNIT Jaipur does not provide that option while PEC Chandigarh offers that option. So choose one according to what matters more to you.

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

Which should I choose, MNNIT Allahabad, MNIT Jaipur or PEC Chandigarh for CSE if home state is not a problem?

Rajat Sen Posted On : November 18th, 2020

Studied at Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur

MNNIT Allahabad has recently placed more than 2000 students in top companies like HP, HCL, Adobe and Oracle. Out of 167 students 163 were placed from the CSE department.

MNIT Jaipur is approved by AICTE and MHRD. It is funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).

PEC Chandigarh is one of the pioneer engineering institutes in Punjab ranking 68th among the top engineering colleges as per NIRF ranking 2020.

Admission process:-

MNNIT Allahabad

The candidates must secure a minimum of 75% marks in 10+2 in the science stream and a valid score in the JEE Main exam.
The cutoff required is 1269 - 3101.
The course fee required is INR 84,667.
The seats allocated are 30.

MNIT Jaipur

The candidates must have a 10+2 degree with a minimum of 75% marks with valid score in JEE Main followed by CSAB counselling.
The cutoff required is 2103 - 3938.
The course fee required is INR 93,568.
The total seats allocated is 93.

PEC Chandigarh

The candidates must have a minimum of 75% marks in 10+2 with PCM and valid score in JEE Main.
The cutoff required is 3282 - 7074.
The total seats allocated is 37 per department.
The course fee required is INR 96,750.

Placements:

MNNIT Allahabad saw the participation of 1174 students in the campus drive of 2019 and out of which 792 students got jobs.
MNIT Jaipur maintains an excellent placement record every year. A total of 417 students have been placed from both the UG and PG programs. Around 160+ companies visited the campus in 2019.
PEC Chandigarh provides 100% placement for CSE and ECE students, while approximately 90% placement for civil, mechanical and electrical departments every year.

Tabulated below are the placement statistics for the institutes:

Categories	MNNIT Allahabad	MNIT Jaipur	PEC Chandigarh
Placement rate	97.60%	100%	100%
Highest CTC	36 LPA	37 LPA	42 LPA
Average CTC	7.82 LPA	8.9-13.36 LPA	14 LPA

The top recruiters are Accenture, Dell, Deloitte, Capgemini, Adobe, Infosys, IBM, TCS, etc.

Facilities

MNNIT Allahabad consists of seven hostels for boys and two hostels for girls. The total capacity of the hostels is 1800.
The institute consists of a central library having a collection of 1.19 books on various topics.
Hitech Laboratories with the latest computer technologies.
Regular 24×7 security system throughout the campus.
Auditorium with an intake capacity of 2500 people.

PEC Chandigarh is the most ideal institute for pursuing CSE course in terms of placements and facilities.

Electronics & Communication

Computer Science

NIT Jalandhar

Which one is better: NIT Jalandhar in CSE or PEC in ECE?

Anjali Singla Posted On : October 7th, 2020

B.Tech Mechanical, National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra (2017)

Both NIT Jalandhar, as well as the PEC Chandigarh, provides full-time 4-year long UG courses for CSE and ECE. NIT Jalandhar has been ranked 52 by the NIRF rankings this year, while the PEC Chandigarh has been ranked 68 by the NIRF. The PEC Chandigarh is a Deemed University while NIT Jalandhar is a Government Institute.

Admission:-

NIT Jalandhar offers a B.Tech in CSE, while PEC Chandigarh offers a BE course in ECE.

Both the Colleges consider the marks of JEE Mains and the 12th marks by creating the merit list.
The minimum requirement for admission is 60% in-class 12th at PEC Chandigarh, and 75% at NIT Jalandhar.
As both the colleges come under the government funding both of these have similar fee structures and there is no such big difference between them. The total course fee at NIT Jalandhar is 5 Lakhs, whereas the total course fee at PEC Chandigarh is 4.6 lakhs.

The cutoff rank for ECE and CS at these institutes are as follows.

NIT Jalandhar, CSE	9667 (Round 7)
PEC Chandigarh, ECE	14274 (Round 7)

Placements:-

The NIT Jalandhar has a great alumni network for the CSE department, while PEC is better in terms of placement for ECE due to the core companies visiting the campus every year.

NIT Jalandhar:

According to the 2020 placement statistics the placement rate for the institute is 93%.
The highest CTC and average CTC received by the CSE students are respectively 39.3 LPA and 13.12 LPA. Even two students from the institute got an off-campus placement of almost 65 LPA in Google last year.
Almost 129 Companies visited the campus with Deloitte, Microsoft, Oracle, Adani Group, Kirloskar Oil Engines, Accenture, and Adobe Systems India Pvt Ltd included.

PEC Chandigarh:

As far as the 2020 placement placements are concerned the placement rate was 83%.
The highest CTC received was 17.3 LPA.
The average CTC recorded was around 7 LPA.
There were almost 56 participants in the campus placement with top recruiting companies like Deloitte, Amazon, JP Morgan, LinkedIn, Flipkart, Tech Mahindra, Mercedes Benz, Cleartrip, Intel, etc.

PEC Chandigarh is quite famous in North India, while NITs have great recognition all over the world so it can be said in terms of brand value NIT Jalandhar is ahead. Also as far as placements are concerned, the CSE has an edge over the ECE. In every aspect may it be the placements, the overall fee structure, the faculty, the infrastructure, or the overall brand value, choosing CSE at NIT Jalandhar over the ECE in PEC Chandigarh would be more preferable.

How can I change my civil branch to ECE or EE at PEC Chandigarh? What strategies are to be used to do so?

Aditi Chandel Posted On : March 28th, 2023

PEC Chandigarh, 2016

Changing your branch from Civil to ECE or EE at PEC Chandigarh can be a challenging process, but it is possible with the right strategy and effort. Here are some steps you can take to increase your chances of success:

Research the requirements: Before you start the process of changing your branch, it's essential to know the eligibility criteria and the process involved. You can check the institute's website or reach out to the concerned authorities to get a clear understanding of the requirements.
Check the availability of seats: You should also check if there are any vacant seats in the ECE or EE branches. If there are no vacancies, it may not be possible to switch to these branches.
Maintain a good academic record: Your academic performance will play a crucial role in the selection process. You need to maintain a high GPA and perform well in the subjects related to ECE or EE. It will demonstrate your ability to handle the academic workload of the new branch.
Build a strong profile: Apart from academics, you can also participate in extracurricular activities, take up relevant internships, and engage in projects related to ECE or EE. It will help you showcase your interest and passion for the field.
Connect with professors and seniors: You can reach out to professors and seniors from the ECE or EE branch and seek their guidance. They can offer valuable insights into the selection process and suggest ways to improve your profile.
Prepare well for the selection process: Once you meet the eligibility criteria, you need to prepare well for the selection process, which may include an interview or a written test. You can seek help from mentors or coaching institutes to improve your performance.

Changing your branch at PEC Chandigarh can be a challenging process, but with the right strategy and effort, you can increase your chances of success. It's essential to maintain a good academic record, build a strong profile, connect with professors and seniors, and prepare well for the selection process.

Which is better, UPES Dehradun or PEC Chandigarh?

Ankita Sinha Posted On : July 9th, 2021

MBA HRM, DBS (2018)

Both UPES Dehradun and PEC Chandigarh are reputed institutes. I have few friends from both institutes and based on the reviews I got from them, I will say UPES is a better choice.

The college has got great infrastructure and very experienced and trained faculty members. They also have a very good placement record every year.
In this college, you will find various kinds of extracurricular activities which will help you in developing your leadership and communication skills.
This college also has collaborations with international universities and they conduct varieties of students exchange programs.
The college conducts various workshops and seminars. They also have personality development classes that will train you for placement purposes.
According to the recent placement trends, the placement average for the institute is 90%. The top recruiters of this college are Accenture, Nestle, L&T, Microsoft, Google, Ashok Leyland, Cairn, and Wipro. In the last placement drive, the highest and average CTC offered at the institute were 45 LPA and 6.5 LPA.

Given the choice, I will suggest that you choose UPES Dehradun. If you want more details regarding the institutes, you can visit their official website.

VIT University Vellore

Which is better, PEC Chandigarh or VIT Vellore?

Ritika Ghosh Posted On : January 12th, 2021

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, (2020)

Both institutes are considered to be reputed engineering colleges. Though studying at PEC Chandigarh I realized it will be a better option. Following are the facts which make it better than the other institutes -

Placements (Winning Institute- PEC Chandigarh)

PEC has a progressive atmosphere for core branches like mechanical. The faculties are cooperative and help in placement training and creative experimental works.
Most of the tech giants including Google, Amazon, Adobe, Alstom, Volvo, Fiat, L&T, Indian Oil, etc. visit PEC for campus recruitment.
Highest CTC up to 60 LPA is offered to CS, IT, and ECE students.

The following table shows a brief overview of the two institutes.

Particulars	PEC Chandigarh	VIT Vellore
Median Salary (CSE)	?7 Lakh	? 5.5 Lakh
Total Fees (B.Tech)	?4.6 Lakh	?7.83 Lakh
Admission Cut off Rank (CSE)	8313(JEE Main)	7000 (VITEEE)

The city of Chandigarh has a lot to offer. There might be a few problems regarding food and accomodation in Vellore for non local students. Other than that, PEC provides necessary facilities including an excellent library, workshops, sports grounds and much more.

PEC has moderate fees, compared to VIT, as being an institute of national importance. PEC has a better student culture, with no management quota. Also, has a far better employee reputation throughout the years.