FISAT Kochi has been ranked at 96th for Engineering among Indian Engineering colleges, SCMS Cochin has been ranked 85th, Rajagiri ranked 83rd and Mar Baselios (MBCET) is ranked in the bracket of 100-125 among Indian Engineering colleges. All the above colleges are NAAC ‘A’ grade accredited colleges.

Admission Process:

• Admission to the FISAT BTech program is based on the scores obtained inKEAM/JEE Main, followed by counselling, and admission to the program through management quota is based on the rank in the merit list.
• At SCMS Cochin, admission is through counselling based on rank obtained in Kerala Engineering, Architecture, Medical (KEAM), and the same is for the Management quota.
• For Rajagiri, admission is through counselling based on the rank obtained in KEAM. Remaining seats will be filled by the Institute based on the marks obtained in 10+2.
• At MBCET, admission is through counselling based on the rank obtained in KEAM. Remaining 50% Management quota seats will be filled on the basis of entrance test and 10+2 marks (50:50)

The above colleges are compared on a categorical basis below:

Placements:

• Accenture, HCL, HP, IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, TCS, Wipro, Vodafone, are some of the top recruiters at FISAT Kochi. The college recorded 70% placement last year for the Mechanical batch.
• Some of the top recruiters of SCMS Cochin are- IBS Software, Infosys, HCL, Infoview, MRF, MU Sigma, Mytrah Energy, UST Global, Wipro, Tech Mahindra are the top recruiters. Around 80% students got placed last year at SCMS Cochin.
• Amazon, Bosch Ltd, Cognizant, Digital Core Technology, Experis IT, GES Infotech, IBM, IBS Software, Indian Navy, Infosys, ITC Infotech, Mahindra and Mahindra are the top recruiters at Rajagiri. The college provided placement to around 90% of the CSE branch last year.
• Accenture, Genpact, Microsoft, Infosys, MU Sigma, Wipro, IBS Software, UST Global are some of the major visiting companies at MBCET. The college recorded 60% placements for its last batch.

Ujjain Engineering College (UEC) ranks 10th among the top engineering colleges by NIRF ranking. They have highly supportive ten faculty members who are always motivating the students in all aspects. 

ECE from UIT RGPV Bhopal is one of the fastest-growing fields of engineering courses. 

The overall placement rate in this institute is approximately 89% every year. 

Admission:

UEC:-

• The candidates must have passed 10+2 having physics, chemistry, and mathematics as compulsory subjects. 
• Selection is based on the marks obtained in JEE Main.
• The cutoff required is 53997 - 70050.
• The fees required is INR 25,151.
• The seats allocated for this course are 60.

UIT RGPV:-

• A minimum of 45% marks in 10+2 with physics, chemistry and mathematics as primary subjects. 
• JEE Main is necessary for the admission in B.Tech Automobile engineering.
• The cutoff required is 56950 - 67302.
• The program fee required is INR 23,920.
• The institute houses a total intake of 60 students.

Placements:

UEC provides moderate placement to the students. Many companies visit the college but mostly CSE and ECE students get the most placement with an average salary of INR 4 LPA. 

UIT RGPV organises both on-campus and off-campus placement drives so that the students get placed in reputed companies. 

Tabulated below are the placement statistics of both institutions:

The top companies are Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Cognizant, Accenture, Capgemini, HCL, Tech Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Atos, etc. 

Campus life

• The hostels of both these provide all the basic amenities and consist of an accommodation of 200 students in each hostel.
• Both of these colleges have well-equipped laboratories and have a rich collection of books over different topics.
• The college has abundant facilities that can be availed by the students in all spheres of academic and nonacademic life.

Mechanical engineering is considered as one of the best in Madhya Pradesh. However, ECE has a phenomenal future in India, and so many students prefer it than mechanical engineering.

Both Marine Engineering and Nautical Science are highly sought after fields for the ones who are passionate about maritime studies. AMET University, a technology-oriented higher study institute offers a number of UG, PG, and other courses in the streams of engineering, maritime education, and training. The choice between Marine Engineering and Nautical Science can be made after carefully understanding the difference between the two fields on certain parameters like course duration, scope, fee structure, etc.

A quick highlight into both the courses is given in the table given below:

Admission Process:

• The admission process to both nautical science and marine engineering is similar to AMET University.
• The eligibility criterion is a minimum of 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at 10 + 2 level.
• The eligible candidates are required to appear for the AMET Entrance Test.
• Once shortlisted, the candidates are further required to appear for a personal interview and medical examination.
• Therefore, the final selection of the candidate depends upon the marks obtained in 10 +2, performance in AMET Entrance Test, Personal Interview, and Medical Examination.

Fee Composition:

• The total fee for pursuing B.Tech into Marine Engineering at AMET University is 13.90 lakhs.
• While the total cost involved with B.Sc. Nautical Science at AMET University is 10.45 lakhs.

Career Prospects

• The students with a graduate degree in nautical science can work as Nautical Surveyors, Radio Officers, Deck Cadets, etc. The average salary offered to them ranges from 6 to 8 lakhs per year.
• While, the graduates of marine engineering can find jobs in the areas of marine facilities, warehousing and logistics sector, shipping industry, shipyards, etc. The average package offered at entry-level ranges between 3.6 to 6 lakhs per annum.
• The graduates of nautical science and marine engineering at AMET University are recruited by various companies like K-Line, Anglo-Eastern Ship Management, DHL Express, Larsen and Toubro, Tanker Pacific, Wallem, Fleet Management, Varun Shipping, Bernhard Schulte Ship Management, UASC, etc.

Thus, both the courses have their own perks; the final choice depends upon individual interests and requirements.

IGIT Sarang is one of the best government colleges in Orissa. It is also only one government college of Orissa that is eligible to submit an Institutional Development Proposal. The admission process for Electrical Engineering is based on the results of JEE mains and Orissa-JEE. 

Punjab Agriculture University holds #51 rank among universities in India issued by NIRF ranking, 2019. Admission for B. Tech in agriculture is wholly based on the results of JEE mains followed by interviews and counseling. The placement rate is also good for this university. 

Tabulated below gives a brief overview of both institutions:

Admission process

B.Tech in Metallurgy at IGIT Sarang

• Admissions are based on the results of JEE mains or OJEE valid rank followed by interviews and counseling. 
• With this students are also required to have at least 45% in 10+2 with required subjects(Physics and mathematics should be primary subjects). 

B.Tech in Agriculture at PAU

• The application process is fully online with an application fee of 610 INR. 
• Admissions for Agricultural Engineering are only based on the rank of JEE mains followed by interviews and counseling. 

Placements

IGIT Sarang

• Companies like Ananda, Bhushan Steel, Infosys, Kanbay international, Larsen and Toubro, Satyam Computers, TATA Consultancy Services, Visa Steel, etc visit the campus every year in search of good placements. 
• The average salary offered to students is 4 lakhs and the highest salary package is up to 10 lakhs. 

Punjab Agricultural University

• Companies like Aries Agro, Chambal Fertilizers, CMC, IFFCO, Jain irrigation, Kirloskar, Nestle, New Holland, NSM, etc visit every year for placements. 
• The average package offered for this course is 4.2 lakhs and the highest is up to 7 lakhs.

Both IGIT SARANG and Punjab agricultural university are equally good for both the courses. Both have good teaching facilities and good infrastructure. The environment of both Institutes is very friendly and engaging. Placements are available. But if we talk about the university in which we can get admission easily then IGIT Sarang is there as about 120 seats are available for this course and if we see the Punjab university then there are only 8 seats available.

It’s difficult to determine which institute is better as the courses are not mentioned for the given college. However, given below are information about the colleges which may help you make the decision.

Ranking:

• VIT Bhopal: The college was ranked number 1 by ARRIA in the list of the top private colleges for innovation in the academic year 2019.
• Nirma University: It was ranked among the top 100 institutions in the country by NIRF in the academic year 2018. This university was the first private university in the state.
• Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University: The college was ranked as 151 out of the top 200 universities in India by NIRF. For MBA it was ranked 74th out of 100 and 4th best college in Gujarat.

Admissions:

• VIT Bhopal: The admission to the college is done on the basis of class 12th marks and in certain courses, the college conducts its CET (common entrance test) and if the students get the required marks they are called for counseling.
• Nirma University: For admissions, the criteria for every course is different. But mostly the college accepts common exams like JEE Mains, CLAT, GATE, CAT and MAT.
• Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University: Admission in B.Tech and M. Tech is done through JEE mains and GATE. The students who want to do MBA need to give CAT/XAT/NMAT.

Faculty: 

• VIT Bhopal: There are Ph.D. teachers who give lectures on various subjects. There are guest lecturers that are called to provide in-depth knowledge to the students.
• Nirma University: For almost every subject the faculty of the college provides a tutorial and a theory class. As being one of the oldest colleges in the state, the faculty of the college is well experienced and well versed with the subjects that they teach.
• Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University: There are a total of 30- 40 faculty members in every course. There are guest lecturers that are called to provide in-depth knowledge to the students. 

Placements:

• VIT Bhopal: In the academic year 2019, the highest placement that was offered to the student was Rs 41.6 lakhs and the average salary that was offered was Rs 7.2 lakhs.
• Nirma University: The highest CTC that was offered was Rs 16.6 LPA and the average CTC that was recorded was 8.2 LPA. The top recruiting companies that visited the college were: - Infosys, Tata Motors, Amul, Amazon, Bajaj Alliance, Larsen and Toubro, Daiken, and Bajaj Auto.
• Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University: The highest package was secured by the students from the computer specialization. The highest package that was offered was Rs 9 LPA.

Therefore, if a choice has to be made by the student, he/she can look at the above parameters mentioned.

Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU) is one of the renowned private universities located in Gandhinagar. PDPU operates through four schools namely the School of petroleum engineering, the School of petroleum technology, the School of Technology, and the School of liberal studies. It offers a BTech in Electrical Engineering. The admission is through JEE Mains.

The LNMIIT Institute at Jaipur, Rajasthan was established with a single branch of communication and computer engineering. Now it has been converted into a deemed university in collaboration with the Government of Rajasthan. The admission to the BTech Electronics and Communication Engineering is through JEE Mains.

Course Fee:

• PDPU charges 9.73 lakhs for BTech Electrical Engineering.

• LNMIIT offers a BTech program with a course fee of 14 lakhs.

Faculty:

PDPU:

• The teaching quality is great at PDPU and the course curriculum is updated.

• Students get to learn about the recent advances in the field of technology from frequent industrial visits which is one of the advantages.

LNMIIT:

• The faculty and staff at LNMIIT are also good and possess deep knowledge of their respective fields.

• Latest teaching methods for teaching and respective lab sessions are also provided to students.

Placement:

PDPU:

• Top companies like Honeywell, UOP, L&T technology services, torrent Power, Jubilant life sciences, Byju's, torrent gas, Shell, Adani power, Coromandel international, and many more companies are some of the top recruiters to participate in PDPU’s placement.

• About 65% of the students got placed from the college with the highest salary INR 10 lacs per annum.

LNMIIT:

• LNMIIT has a very active training and placement cell that operates around the clock for finding internships and job opportunities for the students.

• In the 2020 placement session, 92% placement record was recorded with the highest salary package ranging around INR 58.9 lakh per annum and median salary package around INR 10 lacs per annum.

Infrastructure:

PDPU:

• Campus facilities at PDPU are GREAT. All labs are well equipped with Wi-Fi and well organized and updated.

• Indoor sports like chess and carrom are available for students interested in them.

LNMIIT:

• The infrastructure at LNMIIT is very good. Labs, lecture halls, and rooms are well-furnished with advanced technologies and are air-conditioned.

• All types of sports facilities are present on campus with their corresponding grounds and courts and equipment.

The details discussed above are going to assist you in making a wise decision for choosing your college.

Velammal Engineering College ranks 4th among the engineering colleges. The placement is above 90% every year. 

Panimalar is a Christian minority institution affiliated to Anna University. The institute ranks 6th in Chennai and invites more than 100 companies every year.

RMK provides students with enough placements of 70-99%. It is affiliated to Anna University and is widely recognized for its academic standards. The institute ranks 30th in Tamil Nadu by NIRF 2020 and consists of a faculty strength of 300 members. 

Admission process:-

Velammal Engineering

• Candidates should have passed 10+2 for admission in UG courses. 
• The selection for BTech/BE program is made through TNEA.
• For admission in BTech/BE, candidates can apply for admission through management quota on the merit-based.
• The seats allocated is 60.
• The total fees required is INR 65,000.
• The cutoff for admission is in the range of 777 - 9830.

Panimalar

• The candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 with physics, chemistry and mathematics as compulsory subjects. 
• The candidates must have a valid TNEA score.
• The cutoff required is in the range of 3068-9058.
• The seats allocated is 60.
• The fees required is INR 60,000.

RMK Engineering College

• The candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination with 50% marks from a recognized board with physics, chemistry, and maths.
• A valid score of TNEA with a cutoff range of 1476-9809 is required.
• The total seats allocated is 120.
• The total fees required is INR 55,000.

Placements:- 

Velammal Engineering College provides a regular 95% placements every year.

Panimalar College provides good placement opportunities for the students. Nearly 35 companies visit every year and 70% of the students get placed. 

RMK College provides good placement opportunities and nearly 200 companies visit the campus. 

The top recruiting companies are Amazon, HCL, Cognizant, Wipro, Accenture, TCS, Capgemini, Tech Mahindra, IBM, Ericsson, eBay, MU Sigma, Google, etc. 

All these colleges will teach the students to get good marks. However, RMK provides better placement opportunities than the rest.