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What CGPA is required to upgrade from civil engineering to computer science at IIT Roorkee?

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Radhika Srivastava Posted On : April 12th, 2023
Studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

At IIT Roorkee, students can change their branch right after the first semester, unlike other IITs where you have to necessarily complete a whole year. Based on the available data for 2018, the SGPA cutoff is 9.809.

Based on the above data, a student has to score at least 206/210-grade points to be eligible for branch change from Civil to CSE. However, it’s important to note that changing your branch to CSE is very challenging as you will be competing with more than 1000 IITtians (everyone is a genius) just for 8 seats. One required a high level of determination and motivation to be able to secure 9.3*. Give your level best and then leave the rest to your luck as it’s difficult but not completely impossible.

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How is the brand image of an MBA from IIT Kanpur in the industry?

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Admin Posted On : June 26th, 2024

Both IIT Kanpur and IIT Roorkee are premier academic institutions in India. Pursuing an MBA from either carries a positive brand image in the industry. Both institutions are well-recognized for their well-structured academic program, highly qualified and experienced faculty members, and excellent research facilities. However, the choice depends on you and your personal preference.

  • IIT Roorkee is known to provide high-quality education that focuses on practical learning, a strong foundation in management principles, and problem-solving skills.
  • IIT Roorkee holds a great track record for placement for an MBA.
  • The average package for MBA placement is INR 18.3 LPA and the highest package is 27.5 LPA.
  • Top companies recruiting are American Express, Google, Microsoft, Reliance Industries and more.
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Has my daughter made the right decision by taking a CSE at IIIT Hyderabad instead of electrical at IIT Roorkee?

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Jiten Pradhan Posted On : August 3rd, 2023
Studied at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad (2020)

Although it actually depends on your daughter's interests and career goals, I would say choosing CSE at IIIT Hyderabad was a smart decision indeed unless she has a specific inclination toward Electrical Engineering.

IIIT Hyderabad CSE can be highly compared to the CSE programs of the top 6 IITs. It has a highly updated and relevant curriculum that is CS tailored to suit the needs of future coders. Moreover, the institute focuses a lot on practical learning which prepares them for the future. IIITs are undergoing fast-paced development and might take over the IT world very soon. 

Another aspect that makes IIIT Hyderabad a better choice than IIT Roorkee is its no-reservation policies. The students here are admitted solely based on merit so you will always be surrounded by geniuses.

So yes the IIT tag matters but not more than our branch preferences, and that being said, IIIT Hyderabad is the best for CSE so your daughter has made a wise decision!

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Which branch should I choose: B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) in IIT Roorkee or Dual Degree (Electrical Engineering) in IIT Kharaghpur?

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Admin Posted On : July 3rd, 2024

According to me, B.Tech (Electrical engineering) from IIT Roorkee is a better option due to the following reasons:

  • B.Tech electrical engineering is a 4 year program while dual degree (electrical engineering) is a five year program. This means that choosing IIT Roorkee will help you enter the workforce earlier.
  • The B.Tech curriculum focuses equally on theoretical and practical learning. This will prepare you for industry roles. 

On the other hand, the dual degree curriculum gives more importance to research and specialisation in electrical engineering.

  • Here are the 2023 placement figures for IIT Roorkee and IIT KGP:
Parameters IIT KGP (Phase-I) IIT Roorkee
Highest Package INR 2.6 CPA INR 1.3 CPA
(Highest International- INR 1.06 CPA)
Top Recruiters (2024) OLA, OneByZero, SecPod, SIRION LABS, TCS Research, and others. American Express, Barclays, Chegg Inc, Flipkart, Google, Microsoft, Myntra, and more.

Unfortunately, the branch-wise placements are not available for either of these IITs. 

I would recommend you choose B.Tech Electrical at IIT Roorkee over Dual Degree in Electrical at IIT KGP due to the above reasons. 

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After earning a master's of science in physics from IIT Roorkee, is there any chance of me getting placed anywhere?

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Raghavendra Sachdeva Posted On : April 12th, 2023
studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

The chances of placement for an MSc in Physics student at IIT Roorkee depend on his mode of admission.

Through JEE: If you have taken admission through JEE, you are well-versed in more than just physics. Your knowledge base comprises math, electronics, computer programming, etc. You can use these in your favor to secure a decent job in the industry or IT. To enter the IT sector, opt for extra courses like DBMS as audit courses as these might improve your credibility during the interviews.

Through JAM: If you got admission through JAM and try looking for some good internship opportunities or sit for some competitive exams to appear more employable. You can also enter Academia and become a teacher at a decent University apart from IIT/NIT. 

It’s okay to accept that the MSc program won’t make you an Engineer and you will have to resort to other things to upgrade your CV. To secure a managerial position, you can look for positions of responsibility on campus. You can show your interest in the particular field through extra courses, external coaching, competitions, and vacation internships/jobs. 

Instead of losing all hope in the degree, it’s better to determine your interest and steer your resume and skills in that direction.

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What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at IIT Roorkee?

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Vidusi Halder Posted On : April 12th, 2023
B.Tech Engineering Physics, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (2019)

Some helpful tips for first-year students at IIT Roorkee are

  • Make your friends wisely after judging people enough as they are an important part of your college life
  • Don’t take the 1st-year lightly. Work the best you can and explore everything to find your passion. 
  • Join at least 2 clubs to ensure maximum exposure. Pay attention to the advice of only 4th year students.
  • Develop good relations with everybody in general as all your batchmates are going to be successful people one day and you need to have strong connections.
  • Don’t stay holed up in your room, go and explore the world outside after classes. You can go to sports, library research labs, etc. Try not to spend your evening inside your room.
  • Gain self-confidence and manage your own matters well whether it is going to the bank, canteen, mess, or even to a professor.
  • It’s okay to study at the last minute provided that you were regular to classes and had maintained notes and reviewed them regularly. A good CGPA of around 8 will fetch you good opportunities during placements.
  • Take care of your physical as well as mental health because health is wealth, especially for a student.
  • Don’t adopt bad habits that might hinder your learning process.
  • Lastly, stay away from negative people and negativity in general. Don’t let anyone crush your confidence level.

All these will help you grow as a person and focus on much more than just academics.

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How would you sum up your experience at IIT Roorkee?

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Raghavendra Sachdeva Posted On : April 12th, 2023
studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

IIT Roorkee offers the right blend of infrastructure, campus life, excellent peer groups, and great campus culture. Its rich infrastructure can be seen through the Heart of IIT Roorkee, the James Thomson Building, also known as the white house of IITR. 

Your journey begins with your registration which is a long tedious process. Once your registration is completed, you are escorted to the hostel that has been pre-assigned to you. Next, you have to attend the orientation session which might be a bit boring due to the technicalities discussed. The various campus groups introduced themselves and told the students about their work and achievements.

Various events like DJ and cultural nights are organized especially for first-year students to make them feel at home. There is great harmony between the juniors and seniors and you can seek help from them related to any matter.

Academics: The academics at IIT Roorkee is excellent with every branch having similar courses in the first semester. The B.Tech program is divided into program core, institute core, elective courses, and also extracurricular activities. So overall, IIT Roorkee provides ample opportunities for students to explore their interests.

Campus groups: There are many campus groups that help in the smooth functioning of the institute. Some of them include 

  • Information Management Group (IMG): This group develops web apps to make the student community’s life easy and also manages the official institute website. Overall, they enhance the technical culture of IIT Roorkee.
  • Programming and Algorithms Group (PAG): This group provides assistance to the students in developing their algorithms and coding skills. 
  • Mobile Development Group (MDG): This group helps students to learn and develop mobile applications.

There are many other groups that together enhance the coding culture of the Institute.

Cultural groups: There are many cultural groups like Dramatics, Music, Cinematic, and Audio responsible for promoting extracurricular activities at IIT Roorkee.

Fest: The mast and the most important part are the cultural and tech fest, Thomso and Cognizance, respectively. These 3-day events will give you the best memories for life.

Overall, your life at IIT Roorkee will be a rollercoaster ride giving you ample time to explore yourself as well as other opportunities.

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What is the average package for an MTech graduate from IIT Roorkee?

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Raghavendra Sachdeva Posted On : April 14th, 2023
studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

IIT Roorkee average package 2023 hasn’t been revealed yet so for a general idea I have mentioned the median salary offered and top companies visited for IIT Roorkee placements. 

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Statistics 

Median CTC 

INR 7.1 LPA

Top Recruiters 

Tata Steel, BPCL, Reliance 

The table below further reveals the median package trend of the MTech program over the past few years.

Year

Median package 

2019

INR 10 LPA

2020

INR 10.6 LPA

2021

INR 7.1 LPA

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Should I leave IIT Roorkee electrical engineering for SCRA?

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Ashish Gupta Posted On : April 12th, 2023
Lives in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

One of my friends completed his Dual Degree program in CSE from IIT Roorkee last year. she was in a similar dilemma. The SCRA opportunity seemed lucrative to his father and relatives but he was against leaving IIT Roorkee.

He got the results in the first year at IIT Roorkee and she was due to join in the summer vacations. Giving up on the continued pressure, he decided to join SCRA. He couldn’t stay for more than 2 months and eventually resigned.

He shared the various perks he enjoyed as an SCA (Special Class Apprentice) with a high stipend, hostel facilities, and decent food. Additionally, he got a B.E. from BIT Mesra and you are given enough time to prepare for Civil Services. By the end of college, you are appointed as an Assistant Mechanical Engineer, a very coveted job.

Although he enjoyed his life in Jabalpur, his inclination toward programming always reminded him to go back, which eventually he did. So we can say that both opportunities are good except that one needs to identify his area of interest.

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How is the integrated physics MSC course at IIT Roorkee?

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Shruti Gupta Posted On : April 12th, 2023
Studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (2020)

Academically, the MSc Physics course at IIT Roorkee is dynamic. Some of the courses have repeated topics but for someone who is really into physics, the curriculum definitely suits his taste. 

The research work conducted by the professors covers vast topics like string theory, theoretical high energy physics, quantum optics, fiber optics and lasers, nuclear physics, astrophysics, nano-materials, and condensed matter. 

The lab facilities of this department are very lucrative for working with quantum optics, low-temperature superconductivity, functional materials, and lasers. The overall program lays more emphasis on experimental physics. The research enthusiasts get excellent research work in top research institutes during their summer internships which will enhance their learning experience tenfold. Students also get to visit famous places in India, Germany, the US, Australia, etc. and also publish great works. Some of the most common places include IISc, Bangalore, BARC, PRL, TIFR, IUCAA, SINP, and IIT in India whereas CERN, and Max Planck Institutes in Germany, Wisconsin, and Georgetown in the US amongst others. 

Many consider the department a bit laid back with a less structured curriculum. However, real enthusiasts have been able to convert this weakness into strength by not solely relying on the curriculum but exploring much more. The Physics Journal Club and the number of papers published by students in PRD, PRL, MNRAS, CjP, etc. are a testament to that.

Despite very less scope in India, IIT Roorkee has been able to carry Physics to a great extent. The program needs a little revision, only the ones who are truly Physics lovers can pursue this course.

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