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Who are the most talented students of NIT, Rourkela?
I have a few friends from NIT, Rourkela, according to them, one of the most talented students is Susnata Roy (Batch of 2010-14). She was the institute topper for her batch. Susnata complete an internship at Microsoft and was offered a PPO. She got a job at Google. In the second year itself, she got the prestigious IAS internship. She is also known for her coding skills.
How is the integrated MSc in physics at NIT Rourkela?
I am well aware of the situation of NIT Rourkela Integrated MSc in Physics since my sister is a student there. She shared her horrible experience and does not recommend it to anyone at all.
- The faculty pool comprises underqualified professors with zero experience and will to reach. They are unapproachable and don’t pay heed to the students' doubts.
- The curriculum is very rigid and students are offered no flexibility in choosing their electives. Rather they are forced to choose subjects that are only relevant to experimental physics.
- Students are required to get the signature of the Faculty Advisor, HOD, Asst. Registrar, and Dean even for the smallest official work.
- The place limits your talents and ambitions so much that all your dreams and talents will be crushed.
My sister regrets wasting 5 precious years on this course and advises everyone to refrain from joining it.
Which is better, CSE at NIT Rourkela or CSE at MNIT Jaipur? Why?
Without any second thoughts, CSE at MNIT Jaipur seems to be a far better option than CSE at NIT Rourkela. Although many rankings claim otherwise, it's a well-known fact that these rankings are forged and shouldn't be the determining factor.
- MNIT Jaipur has a vast and well-maintained campus with many modern facilities. For instance, it has Asia's largest lecture complex
- MNIT Jaipur has excellent infrastructure for its CSE branch such as a well-equipped computer center.
- MNIT Jaipur enjoys a good location with respect to leisure spots. Jaipur's biggest mall, WTP and is located within walking distance
- MNIT Jaipur CSE average package was recorded at INR 20.49 LPA while the highest package for CSE was INR 64 LPA.
Although individual opinions may vary, I consider CSE at MNIT Jaipur a more appropriate choice than NIT Rourkela.
What are the placements at NIT Rourkela?
The placement scenario at NIT Rourkela is second only to the top NITs. In fact, it has high cutoffs too. Most students unable to make it to the top NITs consider NIT Rourkels as their first option. The reason is its improving placement statistics. Sparing a few core branches, the average packages are decent for most branches.
NIT Rourkela Placements 2023 rapped with a total of 1534 job offers. The highest package was recorded at INR 52.98 LPA whereas the average package stood at INR 12.95 LPA. 8 students received the highest package & 24 students received a package of around INR 50 LPA.
Branches like Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, and Ceramic Engineering branches recorded 100% placements. Here is the branch-wise average package offered during NIT Rourkela Placements 2023:
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Computer Science Engineering |
INR 21.87 LPA |
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Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
INR 18.12 LPA |
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Electronics & Communication Engineering |
INR 17.97 LPA |
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Electrical Engineering |
INR 14.55 LPA |
A total of 330 recruiters participated in the placement drive, the major ones being Apple, Google, VISA, etc.
Which is better: IIIT Allahabad or NIT Rourkela?
If you are interested in core CSE, IIIT Allahabad is a better option than NIT Rourkela. It has a great faculty base and offers decent facilities to students. The coding culture of IIIT Allahabad is unparalleled. If you want to learn to code, it will be an ideal choice. From the beginning of the first year, you will study more coding and IT-related subjects at IIITA.
It has a great placement record. According to the recent highlights of IIIT Allahabad placements, students receive an average CTC of INR 61 LPA. The placement average is around 92%.
What is the most useless branch at NIT, Rourkela?
I don't think there is a single useless branch at NIT Rourkela or at any institute. The diverse branches aim at catering to the needs of all kinds of students. So a branch that is useless for you might be useful for someone else and vice versa. Moreover, if a branch seems to be useless then it's because its students are not passionate enough to make the most out of it. Comparing branches can also result in this preconceived notion of a rank being inferior to the other.
It's always better to find solutions than to complain. Rather than declaring a specific branch to be useless, we should identify its weaknesses and work on them for instance, one of my friends found his branch to be below average and he along with his batchmates used to sit and single out companies that could hire them they even talked to the professors regarding the changes that coil be made in the curriculum to make the course more appealing and informative.
I believe once you start focusing on gaining knowledge rather than earning money, you won't find a single branch useless. Yes, a branch can provide lesser job opportunities than other branches but that does not make it useless.
Is it better to take metallurgy in NIT Rourkela or electrical in NIT Silchar?
You need to compare the two universities to make a decision between the two. Having friends studying in both the institutes, I might be able to help you with the question.
Metallurgy at NIT Rourkela:
- Campus-wise, the college has a very large campus.
- But, if you are planning to pursue metallurgy, let me tell you that you will have lesser job opportunities in both the public and private sectors in India.
- You might have to shift to another country to get a well-paying job and earn decently in your field of study.
Electrical at NIT Silchar:
- There are also some really good facilities here including the largest digital library in South Asia.
- The campus is really good too.
- The placement records are amazing. Moreover, electrical is an evergreen branch with decent scope in the public sector. This would surely make a good alternative.
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Categories |
Metallurgy in NIT Rourkela |
Electrical at NIT Silchar |
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Course Fee |
6.40 lakh |
5.42 lakh |
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Highest CTC |
10-12 LPA |
15-18 LPA |
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Average CTC |
6-7 LPA |
6 LPA |
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Recruiting Companies |
Tata, Jindal, Hindalco, Vedanta, etc. |
Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Arcesium, Mu Sigma, etc. |
Finally, it all boils down to your interests and which field you prefer more. Both fields come with their own pros and cons.
Is NIT Rourkela worth being ranked as 2nd best NIT (as per MHRD Rankings 2017)?
Currently, NIT Rourkela is ranked as the 3rd best NIT after NIT Trichy and NIT Karnataka as per the MHRD rankings 2023. Now, before determining if NIT Rourkela is worth being ranked so highly, we need to know what criteria make up an MHRD ranking
- Infrastructure : NIT Rourkela has a huge and serene campus with some of the best campus facilities. It’s said to have the best infrastructure among other engineering colleges.
- Curriculum: Most national institutes have a similar curriculum where the branch-specific courses are introduced from the 2nd year. NIT Rourkela's curriculum may not be the best but is certainly well-structured.
- Research papers : NIT Rourkela has an active research culture and has produced almost an equal number of papers and a thesis like IITKGP. This is one of the major reasons for its high rankings.
- Numbers of courses: NIT Rourkela has a diverse range of courses from several BTech programs to PhD programs.
- Placements: This is where NIT Rourkela has to step back because of its poor location.
So yes, NIT Rourkela very much deserves the high ranking it gets considering its excellent infrastructure, curriculum, and research opportunities.
How is ragging at NIT Rourkela?
Ragging is strictly prohibited at NIT Rourkela. The institute has a number of measures to eliminate ragging. Since ragging usually takes place at hostels, first-year boys are allotted exclusively in GDV/MV Halls of residence. Seniors aren’t allowed to enter the first-year hostels. Other than these, there are also a few other effective measures in place to curb ragging.
Which among BIT Mesra and NIT Rourkela is better?
One of my friends is a student of BIT Mesra and yet claims that joining NIT Rourkela would have been a better decision. He regrets choosing BIT Mesra because
- Very adamant and unapproachable administration that does not pay heed to students' complaints.
- The campus has poor infrastructural facilities and students constantly face issues related to water, electricity, and network
- The faculty pool comprises only a handful of qualified professors and most of them are not interested in teaching.
- The institute has imposed illogical restrictions that affect the quality of campus life largely.
- The institute charges exorbitantly high fees making it difficult for financially weak students to join.
Overall, I will say BIT Mesra offers a good academic environment but that is it. It lacks a vibrant college life so if you are looking for one, choose NIT Rourkela!
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