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How tough is it to get a seat into PGDBA, the course offered in collaboration with IIT Kharagpur, ISI Kolkata and IIM Calcutta?
My brother prepared for the Written Examination only in a week and scored close to 110 out of 150.
Since my brother had a background in Semi-automated Trading, the interviewers were convinced about his love of Finance and Maths. He got waitlisted in 5 of the General Category lists and declined admission after the results.
If you are good at JEE Maths and have contributed to the field, it is important to show your passion to the interviewers.
What is placement of civil engineering at IIT Kanpur and KGP?
Irrespective of the Institute, placements for Civil Engineering are just average and not at par with IIT standards. Here’s why:
- Very few reputed firms make it to the placements for CE
- Core companies prefer experienced professionals rather than freshers so students are instead taken as a trainee the pay for which is very less
- The work of a civil engineer is extremely risky and only those with immense practical experience contribute to the firm's success. So your pay and job security is increased only after gaining considerable experience.
- One needs a lot of patience to stick to this sector.
- The majority of the batch prefers non-core jobs as the pay is much better and no such experience is required.
- Employees tend to switch industries to secure a better package both in core and non-core although the scope of this is more in noncore companies.
These placement highlights were related only to the Indian market and not the situation outside India might be different.
Will a 65% in graduation be a deterrent during the placement process of a B-school like IMT, IMI, TAPMI, IIT-KGP?
A 65% in graduation shouldn’t be a deterrent during placements. Companies generally look at how you perform in your MBA. The academic percentages are only there for cut-offs and having more than 60% for that is sufficient.
During placements, you should be able to showcase your skills and those skills should align with what the firm is looking for at that point in time. Make sure you participate in competitions as it opens up your mind and helps you gain significant knowledge on a number of different topics and perspectives. Perform above average in class when it comes to academics/cgpa, and have some achievements under your belt. That will help you stand out.
Which is better, an IIT KGP CSE dual degree or an IIT Roorkee CSE B.Tech?
Without any second thoughts, choose IIT Roorkee CSE B. Tech over IIT KGP CSE dual degree because dual degrees are usually less preferred by companies coming for placements.
It’s better to do MTech after BTech than to opt for a dual degree. The main reason is that in Masters you are open to changing your branch in case your interest goes to another field. But a dual degree means you will be studying the same field with no option of changing in between.
Another major disadvantage of a dual degree is that you are not eligible to change your branch to a 4-year program irrespective of your CGPA
You will see your batchmates leaving a year before you and getting offers and settling well before you.
IIT KGP no doubt is older and better than IIT Roorkee in every aspect. But as far as the program is concerned, a dual degree is not worth spending so many years at all.
Which is better for EE, IIT Roorkee or IIT KGP?
Both IIT Roorkee and IIT Kharagpur are well-renowned institutions for electrical engineering studies. It all depends on personal preferences and priorities. Some students may prefer the academic focus of IIT Roorkee, while others may prefer the research opportunities at IIT Kharagpur. Both institutes have equally good labs and research facilities. However, IIT KGP being the oldest has a slight advantage over IIT Roorkee.
- IIT KGP boasts a massive and beautiful campus
- It has numerous international collaborations
- 2/*7 wifi facility is available within the campus with an average speed of 7–9 Mbps.
- Every hostel room at IIT KGP has 3 LAN ports with 70–80 MBPS speed.
- DC++ is available at IIT KGP
- IIT KGP lets students explore their interests through a wide variety of clubs.
- IIT KGP brand name will make you employable in the international market.
- IIT KGP is going to become the first smart college in India with 3 helipads, and an Ola pedal.
All these points prove that IIT KGP is a better option than IIT Roorkee for EE.
Which branch should I choose: B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) in IIT Roorkee or Dual Degree (Electrical Engineering) in IIT Kharaghpur?
Both BTech EE from IIT Roorkee and Dual Degree EE from IT KGP are great programs for those interested in core fields. You will have to maintain a good score throughout and support your resume with some additional projects. The only problem for those who target non-core industries is during internships wherein companies prefer BTech students over Dual Degree students.
Placements are more about your academic and non-academic achievements than your degree name. However, it’s important to note that your degree should align with the industry in case of core placements.
The students of both programs stay together and have the same campus life and there isn’t much difference. All I feel is that Dual Degree specialization offers you a kind of flexibility to choose from a variety of specializations.
What should I take among IIT Delhi textile, IIT Kharagpur biotechnology, and IIT Guwahati engineering physics?
The choice of college and branch totally depends on your inclination and career prospects. Yet, a few pointers you might consider
For MBA/ non-core jobs/Startups: IIT Delhi Textile is the best choice if you are looking for any 3 of these options. Its excellent location provides enough exposure to give you access to unimaginable opportunities. Many events hosted by industry experts, CEOs of big companies, and successful entrepreneurs will give a better insight into the startup culture. Moreover, students preparing for competing exams can easily access coaching centers nearby.
Research in Biotechnology: If you are interested in research in general or Biotechnology specifically, then the Biotechnology at KGP is an excellent choice. It is one of the most demanding fields in terms of research and general growth. With a good CGPA, you can find a research internship or you can apply for MS or Ph.D. Even job opportunities are plentiful.
Campus: IIT Delhi is better because of its small size and location
Lastly, Engineering Physics from IIT Guwahati should be considered only if you are genuinely passionate about Physics and want to pursue a research career in the same. The curriculum comprises high-tech mathematical concepts and is a good option to pursue a career in economics and computer science.
What is the minimum marks required in JEE Advanced to get into IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Roorkee computer science branch in the general category?
Firstly, there are no minimum marks required in JEE Advanced to get into IIT Delhi, Bombay, or any other IIT. Instead, the JEE cutoff is decided based on the performance of the students. The total questions, as well as the pattern of the exam, change every year, and thus the cutoff fluctuates every year.
To be on the safe side, try scoring more than 50% to secure admission into IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Roorkee CS branch (general category).
JEE Advanced 2022 cutoff for CS Department at various IITs has been tabulated below
|
Institute |
CS Cutoff |
|
IIT Delhi |
51 Gender Neutral 136 Female |
|
IIT Kharagpur |
112 Opening 303 Closing |
|
IIT Bombay |
51 Gender Neutral, 136 Female |
|
IIT Roorkee |
413 Male, 1463 Female |
BITS Pilani CSE or IIT Roorkee Electrical or IIT Kharagpur MnC or IIT Bombay Civil. What should I opt for?
There is no right option as it all is a matter of preferences that varies from person to person. So the answer is generic and can be helpful for someone who hasn't yet decided on a branch. My preference order will go from the safest to the riskiest option.
- Safest option-IIT Bombay: Without any doubt, IIT Bombay is the safest option among the three. The brand value and tag are more than enough to remove any risks in your life. A majority of students chose IIT Bombay just for the tag and end up with Finance roles or go for MBA.
Pros
- The IIT Tag will help you get a higher salary and package than others
- You get more exposure to industries because of the locational advantage
Cons:
- Students who choose a branch for the IIT tag and not because of interest in it may end up regretting it later. This will affect your overall performance thus making you regret the decision.
- The second safest option-IIT Kharagpur MnC:
This branch is highly suitable for those interested in both CS and Mathematics. This option is safe in the sense that an average CGPA might get you a non-core job while a good CGPA then this branch has a high employment rate and will work in your favor. Its graduates are highly demanded today.
- Most Risky - BITS Pilani CSE: This option should be considered only if you are cent percent sure about CSE, else you will be stuck here. CS enthusiasts may find this option even better than IIT Bombay.
Pros: You get the chance to pursue the most coveted engineering branch at an extremely reputed institute.
Cons: You will suffer a lot if you are not able to meet the performance standards of the branch. Moreover, you will have no option to go for Finance roles or higher studies which most IITians who are unable to do well in their core branch do.
Thus we can conclude that being an IITian guarantee more success mainly because of the tag and the vast options available.
- IIT Bombay Civil - Entrepreneurial Spirit, Life Quality, Safest Option
- BITS Pilani CSE - Course of your choice that is highly coveted
- IIT Kharagpur MnC - Interest in Mathematics and the IIT tag
The pros of each branch above can be considered to make a more informed decision.
Which is better, IIT Kharagpur aerospace or IIT Dharwad CSE?
The choice of both branch and institute depends a lot on factors like your career prospects and areas of interest. However, since you haven't decided on a branch yet, I will assume you aren't yet sure of a branch and are open to exploring more branches. Don't worry, as most students clearing JEE Advanced face a similar situation. Personally, I will recommend you to go for IIT KGP over ISM Dhanbad because of 2 strong reasons
IIT KGP gives you the chance to explore and identify your area of interest. Even if you go for coding and later realize you don't like it, you can always go for non-core jobs that are in abundance at IIT KGP. But in the case of Dhanbad, you will have to stick to coding irrespective of your career inclinations. This is a major factor as it is your passion that determines your success rate.
IIT KGP has a more diverse group of individuals that are literal geniuses. Even if you are an above-average student you will face tough competition and thus will always strive to excel and grow. Dhanbad has an average-quality peer group and thus your growth might be restricted there.
I can only guide you to make a good decision, the final authority lies with you.
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