Among these, Kurukshetra University is better in terms of fee structure, faculty, brand name, and reputation. The university has fair practices and received a NAAC A+ grade.
Students of this university are working in MNCs like TCS, IBM, Infosys, etc. in India and abroad. Kurukshetra University placement report shows an average CTC of around INR 3-4 LPA.
You need to attempt TS ICET to get admission to Osmania University’s MBA course. TS ICET MBA cutoff score for 2022 is expected to be around 17845.
If you are able to clear the cutoff, you can get OU through counseling. Other than your ICET rank, your gender, and caste will also influence your eligibility.
Manipal University is ranked 1st among the research publications of private universities in India by SCLmago. Admission to various courses at the institute is based on the entrance test of the university.
The HRD ministry approved the VIT university with grade ‘A’. Admissions are based on the merit and entrance test followed by counseling. Almost 100% of placements offered to students.
Given below are the differences between VIT and Manipal university.
Institute |
VIT university |
Manipal university |
Entrance test |
VITEEE |
MET |
Application fee |
1,200 INR |
1,400 INR |
Average salary |
6 lakhs |
6.5 lakhs |
Admission:
VIT University:
The whole application process is online and the application fee is 1200 INR.
Admissions are based on merit or entrance test known as VITEEE and NATA followed by counseling and interview.
With this, students are also required to have at least 70% in 10+2 in their required subjects according to the programs. There is a relaxation of 5% in 10+2 for SC and ST students.
Manipal University:
The admission process is online with an application fee of 1400 INR.
The university conducts an admission test for most of the degree programs which is known as MET (Manipal Entrance Test).
Students are also needed to complete their 12th with at least 55% in order to be eligible for admission. There is a 5% relaxation for SC and ST students.
Placements:
VIT University:
In the latest placement drive at VIT one about 8000 job offers were made to students by Accenture, Wipro, TCS, and Infosys.
The average CTC offered is 6 LPA.
The highest CTC offered is 41 LPA.
The infrastructure and faculty of the university are top-notch. Almost all classrooms are air-conditioned and well-equipped. Teachers are well experienced and knowledgeable in their respective fields.
Manipal University:
Companies like Accenture, Amazon, American Express, Dell, Bristlecone India, etc visit the campus every year in search of good placements.
The average and highest CTC offered to the students is 6 lakhs and 42 lakhs respectively.
The university is known for its great infrastructure. Swimming pools, gym, gaming centers, and other facilities are available on campus. The faculty is also well experienced.
Overall both the Institute are good and offer quality education. The placement rate of both universities is almost the same. The infrastructure of Manipal University is exceptionally great but VIT offers better faculty.
Making a comparison between two branches is not appreciable as each branch has its own pros and cons.
CSE at VIT Vellore is one of the best colleges offering ample opportunities to all the students studying.
My brother had the option of VIT for CSE on merit still he chose PEC metallurgy. There are various reasons as to why he took that decision:
Categories |
ECE at VIT Vellore |
Metallurgy at PEC Chandigarh |
Course Fee |
7.83 lakh |
6.39 lakh |
Highest CTC |
21 LPA |
17.75 LPA |
Average CTC |
9.3 LPA |
7.5 LPA |
Recruiting Companies |
Deloitte, Bank of America, IBM, HCL, etc. |
ZS Associates, Amazon, JP Morgan, JSW Steels, etc. |
I personally believe VIT is overrated because a friend who did not even pass mains received 2000 AIR in VITEEE. In the CBSE 2016 boards, he scored 78 percent, which was below average.
For B.Tech courses VIT has been ranked #15-300 in India for the year 2020 by NIRF rankings. In Tamil Nadu, the university was ranked #4th for courses in B.Tech. On the other hand, Manipal University was ranked #8-200 for top universities in India by NIRF rankings in the year 2020.
Admissions
Manipal University, Manipal:
Completed his/ her 10+2 grade or equivalent from a recognized board With Physics, Mathematics, and English as the compulsory subjects with 50% marks.
The candidate taking admission should also qualify the Manipal Entrance Test (MET)- 2020.
3.35 Lakhs is the total fee for the CSE course in the 1st year.
VIT Vellore:
The candidate must have completed 10+2 with PCM or PCB as the subjects.
Minimum 60% marks should be obtained by the aspirant in 10+2.
The selections are done on the basis of counseling and marks obtained in the entrance texts i.e., VITEEE.
The total course fee for ECE in VIT is 1.98 Lakhs.
Placements
Manipal University, Manipal:
6.2 Lakhs was the median salary offered to CSE students in the University.
Top recruiting companies in Manipal are Forbes Marshall, Mercedes Benz, Hyundai, Cipla, Hero Moto Corp, Maruti Suzuki, INFOYSIS, Intel, etc.
VIT Vellore:
713+ companies visited the campus with a total of 705 dream offers.
The highest package offered was 41.60 LPA and 6.05 LPA was the average salary offered.
Microsoft, Philips, HP, TCS, Wipro, Intel, Bank of America, Infosys, Deloitte, and Bosch among many others are top recruiters of the University.
Campus
Manipal University, Manipal:
The campus is about 313 acres in the area.
Hospital facilities, sports facilities, and innovative centers are available for students, Wi-Fi facility is available everywhere across the campus, restaurants, libraries, hostel, labs, etc. are some of the facilities available on-campus.
VIT Vellore:
The campus size is about 250 acres.
Clubs, library, sports facilities, hostel, health services, transport facilities, pollution friendly management projects such as liquid waste management, solid waste management, solar power, wind power, etc. are some of the facilities and activities going on in the campus.
If the subject is not the priority then VIT is a lot ahead of Manipal as it provides excellent placements and living environment to the students. But it all depends on the choice and interests of the aspirant seeking admissions.
One of my cousins studied at Amrita University. According to him, the faculty members at Amrita are really good. Many of them work across different research centers, departments, and multiple campuses. I would clarify that I do not have much knowledge about the faculties at the other mentioned colleges and thus won’t be able to provide any insights.
You should also get engaged with peer groups and other extracurricular activities out of your sheer interest and self-motivation. This plays a very important role as well as provides a lasting impression.
A few cousins of mine have completed their B.Tech from VIT Vellore with different branches. With them being successfully placed, their experience says you must choose VIT among both of these. Here’s why:
Categories |
Mechanical at VIT Vellore |
Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh |
Course Fee |
7.83 lakhs |
6.39 lakhs |
Placement Percentage |
80-90% |
70% |
Highest CTC |
9-12 LPA |
15 LPA |
Average CTC |
5-6 LPA |
6.5 LPA |
Recruiting Companies |
Accenture, Goldman Sachs, Wipro, Infosys, etc. |
JP Morgan, MySQL, HPCL, Tata, etc. |
In the end, it is best recommended to choose VIT Vellore for Mechanical engineering as it offers better exposure and opportunities. However, PEC is also a good college and its fee structure is quite nominal as compared to VIT. In case of budget constraints, go for PEC.
There are currently no other higher education institutions in India that have the same level of international recognition and reputation as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). However, it is important to note that the IIT brand is losing its sheen in recent years due to various factors.
One of the primary reasons for this is the poor quality of graduates produced by the IITs. While the IITs are renowned for their academic rigor and high standards, many employers have reported that IIT graduates lack practical skills and are unable to apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. This has led to a perception that IITs are more focused on producing academics than industry-ready professionals.
Another reason for the decline in the IIT brand is the changing demands of the industry. As technology and business practices evolve rapidly, employers are increasingly looking for graduates with diverse skill sets and experiences. While IITs have traditionally focused on producing graduates in the fields of engineering and technology, the industry now demands professionals with expertise in areas such as data analytics, design, and management.
Lastly, the mushrooming of IITs across the country has diluted the brand value of the institution. With the establishment of new IITs in recent years, the IIT brand has become more accessible and commonplace, leading to a perception that it is no longer exclusive or elite.
In conclusion, while the IITs remain a popular brand outside India, their reputation has been declining in recent years due to various factors such as poor quality graduates, changing demands of the industry, and dilution of the brand through the establishment of new IITs. Despite this, the IITs continue to be a highly respected and prestigious institution in India and around the world.