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To get a seat in IIT Bombay in computer science, how many marks should a person make on the IIT Advance?
To get a seat at IIT Bombay in computer science, one must qualify in JEE Advanced and obtain a high rank. JEE Advanced is the entrance exam for admission to the IITs. The cutoff marks for JEE Advanced vary each year based on various factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of applicants, and the number of available seats.
In general, a candidate must score well above the minimum cutoff marks to be considered for admission to IIT Bombay. In recent years, those who have secured a rank between 1 and 100 have had a good chance of getting admission to CS in IIT Bombay. However, this is not a fixed criterion and may vary based on the year and the specific circumstances.
Why does IIT Bombay have so few GSoC acceptances compared to newer institutes like BITS-Goa and IIIT-H?
First of all, neither ACM-ICPC nor GSoc truly defines a person's worth or skills. I have seen many IITians mocking GSOC claiming it to be worthless. The truth is quite different. GSoc is one of the best opportunities for 1st and 2nd years, and for anyone not interning at Google, Microsoft Research, Stanford, ETHZ, and similar companies. However, GSOC required a lot of dedication and commitment. IITians prefer easy jobs that require minimal effort. This is the reason they prefer foreign internships that can be easily sought because of the IIT tag.
GSOC belongs to an altogether different league. You have to spend months contributing bug fixes to a project and staying dedicated over a long time. Your school name has no value unless you work hard to demonstrate your dedication.
GSOC is worth a lot and IITians are usually misguided by their seniors to believe the contrary. One gets to design a good project proposal, compete with everyone from all over the world and then implement it. This is way better than the web application development one does at Goldman or Morgan or Yahoo.
Usually, institutes like BITS Goa and IIIT-H are only after success and thus try to compete with the big names to gain fame. So it’s better if people with privileged backgrounds and institutes make their names for themselves and stop dominating those that have earned their worth through efforts and not just tags from big institutes.
What would you do if you get both "AIIMS Delhi" and "IIT Bombay"?
It's important to evaluate the practicality of your choices if you get both “AIIMS Delhi” and “IIT Bombay”. For example, if your heart says to pursue AIIMS, you should consider the amount of time and effort that would be required to achieve this goal. MBBS alone takes 4-5 years, and further master's study is necessary if you want to stay competitive in the medical field. It's important to consider whether you are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required for such a long-term commitment.
As an engineer, you may not be suited for the rigorous studying required for medical school. You may find it challenging to sit in front of books for more than two hours continuously, unlike AIPMT/NEET aspirants who are able to do self-study for six to eight hours every day. It's important to recognize your strengths and limitations and be honest with yourself about whether you are willing and able to put in the necessary effort to succeed in your chosen field.
Ultimately, the decision to follow your heart or be cautious with your mind is a personal one, and there is no right or wrong answer. However, it's important to weigh the pros and cons of your choices and make a decision that feels authentic to you. If pursuing a career in the medical field is truly what you desire, then it may be worth the hard work and dedication required. But if you feel that you are better suited for a different path, then it's important to explore those options as well. Remember that the most important thing is to find a career that brings you fulfillment and happiness in the long run.
How great are the professors in CSE Department in IIT Bombay?
One of my friends had a great experience interacting with a brilliant tCSE professor at IIT Bombay, Dr. D.B. Phatak.
He called the professor who gladly invited him over to his office. My friend was impressed as such a busy person who is 65 years of age was ready to meet him without hesitation. He reached his office and was welcomed almost as if the professor was expecting him for the past few weeks. He was simultaneously attending calls and yet managed to attend to my friend happily. Talking to him did not look like one is talking to a Padamdhee awarded such a humble attitude. He told my friend his youth stories and discussed a number of topics. In the end, my friend couldn’t resist asking what kind of person gets successful like him. To this, the professor replied,“ I will tell you an anecdote. I am chairman of a certain bank body where we conduct elections for nominating a board member. Once we had elections where each person got some 3–5 votes and generally one of those votes people gave to themselves. In that particular election, there was only one lady who has ethically and honestly given all votes to other fellow members and in the end, she lost the election by one vote only. Do you know who that lady is today? She is chairman of SBI. Your ethics make you great, not the degrees, money, and positions.”
The gist of the interaction was that one can become successful irrespective of his position and credentials. What matters is how humble your stay even after being extremely successful.
What marks and rank is required to get Aerospace Engineering in IIT Bombay in JEE Advanced 2017?
The JEE Advanced cutoff 2023 for Aerospace Engineering at IIT Bombay has not been released yet.
Factors determining IITs Cutoff 2023 for B.Tech Aerospace Engineering are
- Previous years’ cutoff trends
- Difficulty level of JEE Advanced 2023.
- The total number of candidates who appeared for the entrance examination.
- Number of applicants for Aerospace Engineering in each institute.
- Previous Years’ IITs Cutoff for B.Tech Aerospace Engineering
You can check the previous years’ cutoff of IITs for B.Tech Aerospace Engineering for reference from the tables given below.
|
Category |
Cutoff |
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General |
2119 |
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OBC |
1211 |
|
EWS |
496 |
|
General (PWD) |
164 |
|
SC |
726 |
|
ST |
396 |
As far as marks are considered I think scoring above 50% of the maximum marks will guarantee a rank close to 2000 which is sufficient for getting Aerospace at IITK, IIT-KGP, IITM but maybe not IIT-B. However, don't limit your efforts to attain the required rank only. Work hard and give your best and try to rank as high as you can.
Also, I would suggest you to go for IIT Kanpur if you are interested in Aerospace as it has better facilities in this branch. But it is a well-known fact that the job prospects in Aerospace are very limited in India.
If you get a rank of more than 10000, go for IIST, Trivandrum.
What are the placement opportunities after earning Master from IIT Bombay in civil engineering?
IIT Bombay Civil Engineering branch is well known for its programs like Master, Dual Degrees, and BTech. Candidates with good profiles have a wide range of opportunities. BTech students are preferred for Non-core jobs whereas MTech students are preferred for MTech students.
Some jobs offered to students belonging to the Civil Engineering branch at IIT Bombay are
- Structural Designer: Top companies like Dar Al, Walter P Moore, and Thornton Tomasetti offer this role. Around 1 to 4 students are hired for such roles by each company. The most important criteria are CPI and your proficiency in software.
- Site Engineer: These roles are offered by companies like SP group, and LnT Look. You are tested usually on the basics of civil engineering and your ability to give long-term commitment.
- Management Trainee: Many civil companies offer management profiles also. Students with extracurricular backgrounds with reasonable academics are usually preferred for such roles. Some companies from the Middle East also offer such profiles.
- Teaching: In the last few years many private universities hire Masters's students directly for Assistant Professor posts. They are required to start their Ph.D. in less than a year.
- Other Sub branches: Companies for water resources, Geo-tech, and Surveying offer very few roles. A few companies such as Dar Al open these profiles too.
- Non-Core Companies: Companies in the fields of investments, analytics, Banking, etc either don't open for M.Tech students or are not short-listed for interview.
100% placement at IIT Bombay is just a myth and you have to work hard to secure a job.
What is the first year syllabus at IIT BOMBAY?
IIT Bombay's syllabus for first-year students is almost the same for all departments. The syllabus covered in the First and the Second semesters is as follows
1st Semester:
|
Topic |
Description |
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Calculus |
Much higher level calculus than what we study for JEE |
|
Organic & Inorganic Chemistry |
A completely different approach to organic chemical reactions using Molecular Orbital Theory |
|
Physical Chemistry |
The analysis of Hydrogen atom using Schrodinger's equation |
|
Quantum Physics |
Mostly revolves around Quantum mechanical concepts |
|
Engineering Drawing |
Monotonous |
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Computer Programming and Applications |
Introduction to C++ |
|
Chemistry Lab |
Practical |
Second Semester
|
Topic |
Description |
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Linear Algebra |
Very Sophisticated course on matrix algebra |
|
Differential Calculus |
Various methods of solving differential equations |
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Biology |
Mostly about DNA science and tissue culture..some sort of physical biology also |
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Electrodynamics |
Very high level view of electricity and magnetism |
|
Very high level view of electricity and magnetism |
Introduction to respective departments |
|
Physics Lab |
Practical |
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Workshop Practices |
A small training course on workshop techniques like cutting wood, metal, welding etc |
What can be the salary at McKinsey for those with IIT Bombay & IIM Ahmedabad qualification & about 10 yrs into management consulting?
This answer is based on the assumption that you joined McKinsey right after leaving IIM Ahmedabad and have been working constantly ever since.
In that case your tenure, your current salary should be around 2 crores. This includes the fixed, bonus and dividend.
Which course should I choose, NITIE Powai or IIT Bombay?
If you want a career in management then NITIE is the better choice. For a career in the technical sector, you should prefer IIT Bombay.
Unlike IITs, you will get management job profiles through NITIE placements. It offers better salary packages compared to IITs. In 2022, students of NITIE received an average CTC of INR 25.41 LPA. The growth opportunities for NITIE graduates. You will get to work on the productivity management of companies.
Is there is equal value in doing an MTECH from IIT Bombay in comparison to doing a BTECH from IIT Bombay?
As an IITB undergraduate, you may observe that some UGs do not respect M.Techs from IIT Bombay. However, this is not a fair judgment as M.Techs work hard on their projects, have great practical knowledge of their stream, and know their stuff. While clearing JEE is a parameter to gauge one's intelligence, it does not solely determine one's worth or capability.
Interestingly, the placement survey of the past 2 years reveals that M.Techs give tough competition to UGs during placements and get placed in core jobs with good packages. In fact, in some cases, fewer UGs get placed in core jobs and instead opt for non-core sectors or start-ups. Companies like BMW and Mahindra have taken in a good number of M.Techs from the mechanical stream.
Therefore, it is crucial to recognize your capabilities and potential, and not judge or compare yourself based on the degree you possess. B.Techs and M.Techs have different parameters of evaluation, and both seem to have done well for themselves in their respective fields. Remember to focus on your skills and knowledge, work hard, and opportunities will follow
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