A student's life in IIM Bangalore is a blend of stress and fun. The first 2 semesters are quite tough since the curriculum here is very extensive. But you don’t have to give up on this pressure and by 3rd term, you will see yourself adapting to it. Also, the initial terms are when you make the best friends of your life. Your company will define how the following two years will shape you into a new person.

To maintain rigor the institute organized frequent quizzes and group projects. You are required to multitask and also prioritize your tasks. This will continue for 5-6 courses. You will get enough relaxation through fests, and breaks during summer and final placements.

Ultimately what will matter for an IIM Bangalore student is their final grade and what memories they created within the campus in 2 years.

There are a few interesting options to explore at the weekends in Vadodara. If you stay in MSU hostel and do not have any vehicle to commute then you can check on the following things:

• Visit to Kalabhavan, which is located nearby. Various cultural fests are organized here.
• Sayaji Baug is another option, if you love nature. You can also ride the joy train.
• Bandstand in Sayaji Baug has various Rock Bands perform live every alternate Sundays.
• If you are interested in watching a movie, Inox seven seas is nearby.

If commuting is not an issue then you can explore some outskirts of Vadodara like - Sindhrot, Zarwani waterfall in Shoolpaneshwar, Jambughoda wildlife sanctuary, S-cube waterpark, Hathni waterfall (in monsoons), Kabirvad and Champaner.

If you are fond of historical sites and spiritual places then you can visit - The Lakshmi Vilas Palace, The Nazarbaug Palace, Qutbuddin Tomb, Tambekar Wada, Makarpura palace, Kirti Mandir and many more.

No, ragging is strictly prohibited in Gautam Buddha University (GBU). You do not have to worry about ragging at all. The seniors are extremely cooperative and helpful. They offer a very welcoming vibe.

If you need opportunities to express your talent, the seniors in your department will absolutely help you with it. They made sure that you receive proper guidance to polish your public speaking skills. Opportunities also came in the form of debate competitions, group discussions and anchoring in various events. They encourage you to take part in them.

The anti-ragging atmosphere of this University is something which sets it apart from the other institutions of this region.

One of my friends recently graduated from Utkal University. According to him, here are some things you can do.

• Make your classes your first priority.
• Try to secure perfect attendance in all your classes.
• Complete all your assignments and submissions before the deadline.
• Study twice as hard.
• Your professor is your advocate. Do not let yourself get intimidated by your professor.
• Try actively participating in at least one organized extracurricular activity.
• Make a habit of taking running notes. 
• Take an active approach in your class. This will enhance your leadership skills.

Always remember that every person you meet in your college has something to offer intellectually. Your education will give you skills that will help you make a positive mark.

Classrooms

The classroom facilities at IIM Visakhapatnam are no joke and even IIM Bangalore professors were impressed by the classroom infrastructure. The classrooms are horse-shoe shaped elevated at every step to facilitate better professor and student contact.

Library 

For book lovers, IIM Vishakhapatnam’s library is heaven. The vast library with 24-hour accessibility makes it one of the best. The librarian is very polite and is always on the hunt of bringing the best reads to the library. She even meets the professors and asks for their recommendations for the same. The library also has around 25 different subscriptions. Some of them include The Economist, EPW, Harvard Business Review, and MIT Sloan management.

Faculty

Most of the faculty is from the top B school IIM Bangalore and speaks of credibility. They are learned, experienced and passionate about teaching.

Crowd

Your batchmates will be people from various backgrounds, professions, and cultures. This ensures an all-round learning experience.

So people choose IIM Visakhapatnam over other IIMs because of such facilities and the best opportunities it has to offer.

It is subjective and it depends on your goals and your preferences, but overall SCMHRD is good. Below is a table explaining different aspects of SCMHRD; 

SCMHRD,Pune Campus 

IIM Bangalore has many, not one USPs. Here are some that caught my attention the most.

Location: Unlike other IIMs located on the outskirts of cities, IIM Bangalore enjoys situated at the heart of the city. Students need not travel far for shopping or other fun activities.

Sports center: IIM Bangalore is heaven for sports freaks. Its vast infrastructure comprises a sports center where badminton, squash, pool, table tennis, cricket, volleyball, and basketball are played.

Swimming pool: IIM Bangalore is the first and only IIM to have swimming pool facilities.

Surreal campus: IIM Bangalore has a lush green campus with paved roads around ideal for late-night walks. The temperature here is moderate due to the excess greenery.

NSRCEL: This is the most eye-catching feature of IIM Bangalore. NSRCEL is an entrepreneurship cell that promotes the startup ideas of aspiring entrepreneurs. It even holds Launchpad programs that give vast knowledge about the startup world. NSRCEL has incubated many well-known startups.

All these amazing features are the USPS of IIM Bangalore.

Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) is considered to be one of the liberal universities in the country. The courses offered are engaging and the faculty members give you full support in learning and preparing for them.

At AUD imparting knowledge among the students towards social science is really unique and different. It is totally a different university with lots of opportunities to learn and grow as a student and a human being.

It has multiple campuses, most of them having good infrastructure and facilities. The best part of the university is the faculty members. Most of them are very understanding and are very helpful.

Considering academics, the university has given the choice on the course instructors to choose the evaluation methodology. Hence, the creative faculty members end up creating something dynamic which is going to help you learn and grow holistically.

Students graduating from AUD are more analytical, a bit critical, have better writing and presentation skills and improved interpersonal skills. The best part is the liberal atmosphere.