This answer can be answered in 2 aspects; branch wise and Institute wise.
Branch-wise, ECE is way ahead of Manufacturing Science and Engineering and has a wider scope after graduation. ECE students are hired by both electronics and software companies. Moreover, ECE is a major stream whereas Manufacturing is just a sub-stream under Mechanical Engineering.
Specifically talking about colleges only, I would suggest you choose IIT KGP which has a stronger brand name and legacy than BITS Pilani Hyderabad. Its reputation is not just limited to India and has great scope outside India as well. It gets better and more companies than BITS during campus placements.
One major point of difference is the location of both institutes. Hyderabad has a much superior location than IIT Kharagpur thus offering better college life and exposure. IIT KGP is remotely located and lacks the necessary industry touch and exposure.
You have to travel long distances just to eat or do shopping. You will miss out on city life and the opportunities it has to offer. While the campus is great, you have to stay inside as the world outside is desolate. Spending 4 years without much exposure might limit your opportunities.
Hyderabad on the other hand has everything city life has to offer apart from being a major IT hub. This makes it possible to apply for campus jobs as well which is not possible in the case of IIT KGP.
In the end, it’s you who has to make a decision. Go where your heart is inclined the most be it ECE or Manufacturing at IIT or BITS. Just make sure to make a decision that will not make you regret it later.
Both universities offer well-structured and detailed program modules within the ECE branch. Jadavpur University has been ranked at 17 for Engineering by NIRF while IIEST Shibpur is ranked at 21 by NIRF in 2019.
Admissions:
IIEST Shibpur- For BTech admissions at IIEST Shibpur students are required to clear JEE mains and have a minimum of 45% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in 10+2, along with 30% in English. The JEE Mains closing cut-off for the ECE program was 11482.
Jadavpur University- For admissions at Jadavpur University for the ECE program, the WBJEE general cut-off by rank was at 144 in 2019. The eligibility criteria for admission is 10+2 in the science stream.
Tuition Fee: The tuition fee for the ECE program at Jadavpur University is comparatively more affordable as opposed to IIEST Shibpur.
The BTech in ECE costs INR 9,600 at Jadavpur University
Whereas the total tuition fee at IIEST Shibpur is 5.36 lakhs.
Placements:
Jadavpur University- In terms of recruitments, Jadavpur University records the second-highest placement rate and highest CTC for the ECE branch. The department has a 94% placement rate with an average CTC of 9 LPA.
IIEST Shibpur- IIEST Shibpur witnessed a 67.8% placement rate for ECE in 2019 while offering an average median salary of 6 LPA.
Facilities: IIEST Shibpur has a comparatively better infrastructure with updated technology and classrooms but offers a more research-based approach in terms of teaching. Jadavpur University allows students to experience their curriculum through practical and hands-on teaching with a modern and updated approach.
Students can go through the given points above to get a good idea of which university’s programs are more appropriate as per their requirements.
CET Trivandrum and NIT Calicut are the two most reputed institutes in India. Let us compare the features of both institutes.
Diverse Culture – NIT Calicut combines students from diverse cultures in India, which is beneficial for improving your social skills and having competitive peers
Placement – The core companies mostly prefer NIT Calicut over CET Trivandrum. The placement record with a decent salary package is comparatively higher, especially in the CS, CEC, and EEE branches.
Faculty and Infrastructure – NITC has well-equipped infrastructure and highly qualified faculties, which ensure an efficient academic system inside the campus.
Hostel – The students need to share a room with 3 or 4 roommates until the second year, and in the final year they will be allotted single rooms.
Overall, NIT Calicut is the best choice
NIT Calicut is the better possibility because of its efficient academics, infrastructure, and placement backing. Let us have a brief look at both institutes.
EEE at NIT Calicut
ECE at NIT Durgapur
In defiance of this, the top students opt for EEE at NITs over ECE. So, you can go with the choice of EEE at NIT for an upright career
The selection of the institute can be done based on your interest in the core subject. ECE and CSE are entirely different, and you will be able to crack good scores only if you have an interest in the subject
If you are into ECE, NIT Warangal is the best institute, as they provide good academic support and quality education. All the NITs have the same placement package in the CSE department. So, you will have ample opportunities at NIT Nagpur, which is one of the leading NITs in India.
In this case, primary importance should be given to your interests only. If you are into Electrical engineering, then go for it, irrespective of the institute. But when talking about the institutes, NIT Warangal is leading in terms of placement, faculty, and academics. Let us have a look in detail
So, it is better to choose NIT Warangal for Metallurgy
PES is a private university ranked 93rd by the NIRF ranking, 2020. It offers 25+ courses in UG, PG, and doctoral programs. 11 students received their dream offers from Microsoft. The most popular undergraduate course in Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Admission:
Campus facilities:
Faculty:
Placement:
PES university also offers scholarships to the economically backward students, students with excellent academics, and travel grants. The top 10% of students in 8 semesters get an international internship. Ece at PES university will be a good option for students interested in the day to day electronics applications. A good ranking of the college proves that it is recognized nationally. Students can choose the college depending on their budget, area of interest, location, and many more.
MNNIT Allahabad offers 4 years of B.Tech and 2 years of M.Tech in ECE. Specializations for postgraduate programs are offered in two fields viz., Digital Systems and Microelectronics & VLSI Design. It is ranked 48th among other engineering institutes by 2020 NIRF rankings.
NIT Durgapur offers 4 years of B.Tech and 2 years of M.Tech in CSE. It is ranked 47th among other engineering institutes. Most of the faculty members of the CSE department are pursuing research in collaboration with CMERI, Indian Statistical Institute, Winona State University, USA, etc.
Course Fees:
Following is the fees for 1st Year which is the same for all branches of the respective institutes:
Cut-off:
The cut off for JEE Main 2019 (round 7) is given below. As seen by the statistics, the opening rank for MNNIT Allahabad is lesser than that of NIT Durgapur, meaning it is tougher to get into MNNIT for ECE than getting into NIT Durgapur for CSE.
Institutes | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
MNNIT Allahabad (ECE) | 3600 | 8433 |
NIT Durgapur (CSE) | 6370 | 9193 |
Placement:
Core companies generally visiting for the CSE branch also offer placements for ECE branch students. This opens the option of additional companies for ECE students along with the core ECE companies.
As far as placement is considered, both ECE and CSE branches get offers from the same core companies. So, it is up to the students to choose either of the institutes depending upon the field in which they wish to specialize.
As a former ECE student at MNNIT Allahabad, I can say that this is one of the best departments of our college. MNNIT is one of the best choices for an ECE, among all the NITs.
Here are some details about the department-
The ECE faculty is decent. Some teachers are really bad at teaching, but there is none who lacks knowledge. The department has some excellent researchers and administrators.
The ECE department of MNNIT offers better grades, fewer classes, and comparatively lenient teachers. You’ll surely face ups and downs at the department, but in the end, it will all be worth it.
Even though EC is one of the most sought-after courses at HKBK college, there isn't a 100% placement record in any engineering branches of HKBK yet. If you want to get placed with a good package, you must have a good academic score, technical knowledge, a strong resume, and the skill sets to crack the interview.
Getting placed at a good company also depends on your project or internship history. So working on your skills is the key. Also, try to apply individually to your dream company instead of hoping for college to have your back always. Your connection and alumni network will definitely play a pivotal role here.
Now, let us briefly look into the placement stats of HKBK college 2020:
Particulars |
HKBK college of Engineering, Bangalore |
Total number of recruiters |
72 |
Top recruiters |
IBM, Royal Enfield, Infosys, Cognizant, Bosch |
Number of students placed |
346 |
Highest CTC offered |
14.40 LPA |
Average CTC offered |
4.50 LPA |
Placement rate |
80% |
Overall, placements at HKBK are pretty decent. Be it EC or CSE branch, you have to definitely work hard and build your network and skills to get placed in a good company.