UPES Dehradun does not have a good enough reputation as it does not appear anywhere in the national rankings. On the other hand, Nirma University ranks among the top institutes. It is often in the top 50 best colleges in the country. It is one of the best in Gujarat and is also on equal footing with most of the NITs.
If you want to pursue CSE at Nirma University, the placements offers will be lucrative. The packages can go as high as INR 18 LPA. There are also tons of activities organized by the university which take place every now and then. You can participate in those for honing your skills.
A friend of mine used to be a student of Nirma University and he came across a few students of UPES Dehradun while he was doing an internship. From what he gathered, he thinks the institute is not up to the mark and leaves a lot to be desired. UPES Dehradun focuses more on technological knowledge.
You can opt for Nirma University for B.Tech without any second thought. The university offers great industrial exposure for the course.
MIT Manipal is a better option. It is counted among the top private technological institute in the country. It offers better facilities and good placement opportunities. Students receive an average package of around INR 8 LPA. MIT Manipal placements 2022 highlights show that the top 250 placement offers received an average CTC of INR 20.52 LPA. MIT brand name is also more popular.
Nirma University is a private university, recognized and approved by UGC, AIU, and has been accredited grade ‘A’ by NAAC. Admissions to the college are open through both offline and online modes. The college offers M.Tech in Civil Engineering as a two-year full-time course at a fee of Rs5.17 Lakhs for the full period.
Birla Institute of Science & Technology is a private university, has been recognized by UGC, AICTE, and has been accredited with ‘A' grade by the NAAC. The college has been ranked 17th by the NIRF rankings in the university category. The college offers six courses in M.Sc at a fee of 4.13 lakhs for a period of two years.
Admission Procedure
Nirma University:
BITS:
The admission criteria for seeking admission to M.Sc in the college is scoring 55% in graduation in a course relevant to the M.Sc course being applied for.
Facilities
Nirma University:
BITS:
Placements
BITS, Goa is a much more recognised institution than Nirma University which reflects in its rankings. BITS also score higher in terms of placements, infrastructure and facilities available at the two institutions. With a lower fees structure and better facilities, BITS Goa would be a much more secure option between the two colleges.
Nirma University is a private university, recognized and approved by UGC, AIU, and has been accredited grade ‘A’ by NAAC. Admissions to the college are open through both offline and online modes. The college offers B.Tech in Chemical Engineering as a four-year full-time course at a fee of Rs7.24 Lakhs for the full period.
LNM Institute of Technology (LNMIIT) is a deemed university, has been recognized by UGC and approved by AICTE, ARIIA, and AISHE. It has been accredited ‘A’ grade by the NAAC. The college does not provide Electrical Engineering however it provides B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering as a four-year course at a fee of 12.36 lakhs.
Admission Procedure
Nirma University:
LNMIIT:
Infrastructure & Facilities
Nirma University:
LNMIIT:
Placements
Both colleges are good choices, however, LNMIIT specializes in engineering courses making it a notch above the other. The college scores higher than Nirma on nearly all parameters. Placements at LNMIIT are far superior as compared to the latter. However, Nirma provides a similar campus at a much lower fee making its return on investment similar to LNMIIT. Making a choice between the two would depend on one's financial preferences.
Whether Nirma University will be a good option or not depends on what other options you have.
If you are not getting admission at DAIICT (at ICT with CS) or SVNIT, particularly if you are from Gujarat, then you can certainly go for Nirma. These colleges are a tier above Nirma. DAIICT offers an average package of around 12 LPA.
However, Nirma University also offers a decent CSE program. Here is a brief overview of the CSE program offered by the institute.
Highest CTC | 46 LPA |
Placement average | 95% |
Top recruiters | Infosys, Reliance, HDFC |
Course fee | 7.61 lakhs |
So, there are better options than Nirma for a CSE course, however, if you are not getting admission at these institutes, Nirma will be a good alternative.
It would be recommended to choose Nirma University for CE. There are various reasons that prove the same.
Nirma University is known for its strong academic programs, high-quality teaching-learning processes, and emphasis on overall personality development in its students. A mix of young and experienced faculty members who are dedicated to teaching and research has proven to be the best mentors for aspiring engineers. is NAAC 'A+' grade accredited in 2022, indicating that quality standards are followed in all aspects of education delivery. The institute is also ranked 125th by the National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) and stands out among the country's 4000+ engineering colleges.
One of the first advantages that this course may provide to candidates is the opportunity to pursue global career opportunities. Candidates could gain technical skills such as programming, leadership, problem-solving, and so on, which could easily lead to a better future in various fields in the coming years.
One of my friends studied at LNMIIT, so I might be able to provide you some information about it.
CS at Thapar is combined with other courses, some of which are worthy while others are not. You have to choose the course which you are interested in. Depending on that you can opt for the college, be it Thapar or LNMIIT.
The infrastructure and facilities at LNMIIT are really good. Faculty members are enthusiastic about both academics and extracurriculars. They will guide you through every step. LNMIIT has a great coding culture. Also, you will have cooperative seniors.
Categories | LNMIIT | Thapar | Nirma |
Course Fee | 12.36 lakhs | 13.23 lakhs | 7.24 lakhs |
Highest CTC | 22 LPA | 8-10 LPA | 12-16 LPA |
Average CTC | 11 LPA | 6 LPA | 7-9 LPA |
Recruiting Companies | TCS, CTS, Accenture, Capgemini, etc. | ZS Associates, Byju’s, TCS, ITC, etc. | Bosch, Havells, Honeywell, JP Morgan, etc. |
I am not well aware of Thapar, I can only say that the campus and course curriculum is more or less similar to LNMIIT, unlike Nirma which can be a bit different. So finally I will suggest you go for LNMIIT. Make Thapar your second choice as the quality of the branch varies. Lastly opt for Nirma if both do not work out.
Nirma University-Institute of Technology is ranked 135th for private engineering by NIRF 2019. Dharmsinh Desai Institute of Technology is ranked 193rd in India by NIRF’20.
Nirma University offers 24 courses across 2 streams, and DDU offers 34 courses across 5 streams.
The total number of seats for the Mechanical department at Nirma University is 135, and that in DDU is 120.
Admission Details:
The total course fee at Nirma University and DDU are 7.24 lakhs and 6.08 lakhs, respectively.
Nirma University:
Students need to qualify for their 10+2 examination with 45% to be eligible for admission to this college.
Scores from JEE Mains and GUJCET are considered.
The JEE main (till round 3) and GUJCET (till round 2) cut-off scores are 29073 and 3072, respectively.
DDU:
For admission in BTech and MTech, students need to sit for the GUJCET, JEE Mains, and GATE exam for MTech.
Students need to qualify for their 12th with at least a 50% aggregate.
The cutoff for GUJCET (till round2) is 13208.
Placement Details:
Nirma University:
The placement record of the mechanical department is around 65%.
The highest salary package offered is 12 LPA, and the average salary package is around 5 LPA.
Some of the companies that come for recruitment are Future First, BYJU's, Reliance, Tata Motors, BOSCH, L&T, Mahindra, Lynda, and Maruti.
DDU:
The average placement percentage of the mechanical branch here is 70%, and more than 90% of students successfully secure internships.
The highest salary package offered is 7.5 LPA, and the average salary package is around 5 LPA.
Companies that come for recruitment are Adani SEZ, Hitachi, Reliance Industries, Chemitech, Nirma, Atul, and Coromandel Cement.
Infrastructures and facilities:
Nirma University:
The university has a budget of lakhs/year for any books and materials relevant to the curriculum. The library has more than 50,000 books, 4000 volumes, journals, magazines, and papers.
Nirma University also has a mini hospital and doctor available for medical issues.
The university also encourages cultural and sports activities.
There is a gym, a sports ground, and a tennis and volleyball court. The university also provides shuttle services.
DDU:
The university provides all the basic facilities needed by students.
The library is regularly updated with the newest edition of books, magazines, journals, and online resources.
The university provides accommodation to both girls and boys.
There are also other facilities like a gym, convenience stores, medical facilities, and shuttle services. Additionally, there are also several sports grounds including a swimming pool.
Both the colleges are similar when it comes to infrastructure, placement, and tuition fees. So, it ultimately depends on the students’ scores and favorable accommodation facilities to decide which college to opt for.
Some of my friends studied at Nirma University. According to them the decision about your branch should depend upon your interest.
Categories | Electrical at Nirma University | Civil at Nirma University |
Course Fee | 7.24 lakh | 7.24 LPA |
Placement Percentage | 80% | 60-80% |
Highest CTC | 12-15 LPA | 13 LPA |
Average CTC | 6-8 LPA | 6 LPA |
Recruiting Companies | Phillips, Havells, Tech Mahindra, TCS, etc. | Ambuja Cement, Reliance, JP Morgan, Adani, etc. |
From the placement scenario, the department of Electrical Engineering is much better as compared to Civil Engineering. However, you should not opt for any branch by looking at its placement scenario. You must go for the branch that you are interested in as this decision is going to remain with you throughout your life.
Nirma University is better than Amity University for BBA-MBA integrated course. The university follows an updated curriculum that meets the industry standard practices. This course helps develop managerial and entrepreneurship skills. Besides, traditional classroom teaching, students learn through workshops and industrial visits.
Finance sector companies, Consulting companies recruit BBA-MBA students through Nirma University placements. Students are recruited in various managerial positions including HR. The average CTC for BA-MBA integrated course is around INR 10 LPA.