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Why average salary of IIT Roorkee M.Tech (CSE) is similar to tier-3 (or average) engineering colleges?
Sadly, most companies prefer UG students over PG students because they can get the same job done with a smaller package and they are more flexible than MTech students. There are mainly two types of people who opt for MTech
- Research enthusiasts who target Ph.D.
- People who weren’t able to land a good package after BTech
As far as placements are concerned, those who want to pursue a Ph.D. eventually have zero interest in placements while those who are looking for a job consider an MTech degree as a door to better opportunities and packages.
While some companies offer similar packages and profiles to both BTech and MTech students, most other companies discriminate between them. It’s sad to admit that most companies don’t prefer MTexh students over BTech students. However, some students with exceptionally good performance or skills may land a package of around INR 10 LPA. Other students receive low packages bringing down the overall average CTC of the Institute. This is why the average salary of MTech students at IIT Roorkee is very much similar to that of below-average institutes.
How many droppers are there in IIT-Roorkee?
I asked a friend who was in a non-circuital branch regarding the dropping out situation among his batchmates. According to him, out of 50, 30 students dropped out. The number of boys dropping out is more than girls, around 25 out of 42. This situation is similar in all the non-circuital branches. The number of droppers increases as you go to the least demanded branches.
Here are a few reasons why students tend to drop out of college
- The cream students work hard and score excellent marks and then opt for branch change to coveted branches like CSE, ECE, MNC, and EE.
- The droppers, left with no chance, decide to go to their dream college even if they have to take a less preferred branch. Freshers on the other hand give themselves a second chance.
As a general trend, one can observe a high number of dropouts in less preferred branches whereas the exact opposite situation is in most coveted branches. However, it’s important to note that this is just a general observation and not a fixed criterion. One may find many droppers in top branches too.
Which one is better: mechanical engineering at IIT Roorkee or production and industrial engineering at IIT Delhi?
The choice of the Institute as well as the branch is specifically based on your inclinations and only you can make the wisest decision. However, some points that will assist you in making an informed decision are
- IIT Delhi is a winner when it comes to an urban location with a lot of exposure and opportunities outside of campus
- Production and Industrial Engineering is a much lighter program in comparison to Mechanical Engineering and will spare you time and energy for pursuing other hobbies or interests or inculcating new coding skills
- IIT Delhi is the best choice for future entrepreneurs as it helps in incubating ideas and Delhi itself is a hub of startups
However, if you are inclined to Mechanical, then choosing production is not wise. Ultimately, more than the branch and institute, what matters is how well you manage your time and learn additional skills.
Who are the most famous/distinguished alumni who have graduated IIT Roorkee?
IIT Roorkee has produced many successful and accomplished alumni over the years.
Some of the most notable and distinguished IIT Roorkee alumni include:
- Sir Ganga Ram, a leading philanthropist and a Civil engineer by profession, supervised buildings in Punjab, also known as the ‘Father of modern Lahore’
- Pradip Baijal, IAS and former chairman Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
- Naveen Jain, founder and CEO of Intelius, founder of Moon Express, InfoSpace
- Ajit Gupta, founder, CEO of Aryaka; founder, chairman of AAyuja; founder, ex-CEO of Speedera; founder, chairman of Jantakhoj
- Vinita Gupta, founder, CEO of Quick Eagle Networks and first Indian women to make her company public
- Nilmani Mitra, a well known 19th century, architect who designed many magnificent palaces in Kolkata
- Dinesh Paliwal, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Harman International Industries
- Narendra Patni, founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Patni Computer Systems
- Ashok Soota, founder of Happiest Minds Technologies, co-founder of MindTree, ex-president of Wipro Infotech
- Jaiprakash Gaur, founder chairman of Jaiprakash Associates and Jaypee Group of companies. Ranked by Forbes magazine as the 48th-richest person in India.
- G. D. Agrawal, is the leader of environmental engineers in India. He was responsible for protesting against the damming of the Bhagirathi River through his rigorous fasting
- Rakesh Agrawal can rightly be called the father of data mining and right now he is the head of search labs at Microsoft Research
- Amit Singhal heads Google's core search ranking team
All these successful alumni raise the institutes to flag high and are sources of constant motivation for many.
How do I write a research statement for applying for an intern in IIT Roorkee under Spark?
The Spark program at IIT Roorkee is meant for those non-IITians whose college lacks the necessary research culture thereby providing minimal research opportunities. Under this, you get a stipend of Rs 2500 per week for the entire duration of the program.
The primary step before writing a research statement is to know what the program offers and its goals. This program proves the necessary research environment to carry out experiments in labs. To write a research statement
- Go through the problem you will be working on. While attending classes you have to be conscious of any loophole and then base your research on that particular problem. If you aren’t able to find any, just analyze where your interest lies.
- Once you are aware of the field you want to conduct research on, write about it. Justify your choice and also mention the solution you are seeking through your research work.
- Make sure your research inclinations align with the current developments and needs of the nation and world.
A researcher needs to be creative and think out of the box. Under this program, you will be working under the faculty of IIT Roorkee on his project. By the end of the project, you will have essentially realized your area of interest, and will help you choose a good career option.
How is the placement of IIT Roorkee VLSI compared to IITG VLSI?
It’s difficult to compare IIT Roorkee and IIT Guwahati as both are institutes with excellent infrastructure and educational opportunities. As far as VLSI placements are concerned, both have almost the same companies visiting for placements with similar packages. The only advantage Guwahati has over Roorkee is airport connectivity. However, Roorkee too has a winning element which is its larger alumni base in comparison to Guwahati.
Most semiconductor companies like Qualcomm, INTEL, Samsung, TI, NVDIA, NXP, and ON Semiconductor visit both institutes with similar job profiles. However, Micron Semiconductor visits only IIT Madras, IISc, and IIT Bombay.
Some more top companies that visit IIT Roorkee and IIT Guwahati for VLSI placements are
- Cisco systems
- AMD
- Cypress
- Redpine Signal
- Microchip technology
- Broadcom
So we can say that the VLSI placement scenario at both institutes is equally good.
What is the scope of doing an M.Tech from IIT Roorkee in RF and microwave, or in another branch?
ECE department of IIT Roorkee has three branches namely
- VLSI
- Communication systems
- RF and Microwaves (RFM)
Here is a general scope of all three branches combined.
Research:
- Research enthusiasts are provided excellent opportunities in all three branches including RF and Microwave.
- Most faculties in RFM have ties with reputed foreign universities which can provide recommendations
- With an 8+ CGPA you can convert your MTech degree into a Ph.D. and even complete a Ph.D. much earlier
- With a CGPA of 8.5+, you can avail of the Daad fellowship and complete your dissertation in Germany.
Placements:
For those looking for core placements, your specialization as well as your CGPA matters a lot. A decent CGPA can even fetch you packages in IT
M tech VLSI- Qualcomm 16LPA, Nvidia 15 LPA
- M.Tech Communication- Eaton, L&T, Reliance Jio
- M.Tech RF and Microwave- Reliance Jio, KPIT Technologies, Thermofisher, C-DAC, Capegemini
- Additional companies include Mathworks, GE Digital, Mercedes Benz, TI, and some software companies
- You can also enter Academia with a salary ranging between 40-60k per month.
PSUs:
- You can easily prepare for PSUs because of the light workload in the second year
- If you get selected in any PSU after the first year only, you can always complete your dissertation part-time
- Many PSUs and govt jobs like BEL, ISRO offer great opportunities
The RFM branch has a wide scope covering it all, research placements and even PSUs.
I graduated from IIT Roorkee studying mechanical engineering with a 6+ CGPA. Now I am unable to find any job. How do I go about it?
If you are extremely desperate for a job, you should switch domains instead. 6 years is a long time for one to realize that their domain did not offer them any good opportunities.
Firstly, give up the idea of core jobs and open yourself to IT, the most demanded discipline right now.
For those who have basic knowledge of coding, things will become a tad bit easier. But if you are new to the coding world, don’t worry, you will be able to cope well. Start with learning one programming language preferably JAVA. After gaining a certain level of knowledge, appear for either of these exams
- AMCAT - Easy evaluation with a plethora of noncore-opportunities from mediocre to average package
- Elitmus - Quality assessment, a bit challenging for beginners but opens doors for high-paying jobs at MNCs. Additionally, your IIT tag will help.
Based on your inclination and level of preparation choose anyone one of these 2 exams and wait for excellent job opportunities.
If you are still adamant about Mechanical, ask any of your friends who work in a reputed firm to drop your resume or refer you for internships that can be later converted to full-time jobs.
How can I keep a 10 CGPA in IIT Roorkee in Chemical Engineering?
To secure a 10 CGPA in IIT Roorkee, you will have to become a book nerd and adopt a no-nonsense attitude.
- Attend classes regularly and pay proper attention by sitting in the first row.
- Maintain 100% attendance
- Do your practicals excellent and submit the assignments on time.
- Approach the professors frequently to clear your doubts and develop a rapport with them.
- Become selfish when it comes to sharing your study secret
- Don’t become addicted to useless games or gadgets as they may hinder your performance drastically.
- Manage your time well and don’t let even a minute go to waste.
- Don’t skip your meals in the mess
- Stay away from extracurricular activities like sports
- Stop socializing and isolate yourself from everyone in general.
- Do not participate or even attend fests
- Avoid public gatherings
I am sure you are able to read between the lines and catch the sarcasm! Well if you really want to score a 10 CGPA I believe you will have to give up everything but studies.
What is the minimum duration for a PhD at IIT Roorkee for computer science?
The duration for Ph.D. in any department depends on the guide under which you are doing your research work. The average duration to produce good quality work with a competent supervisor is 4-5 years. If you get an A grade from all the examiners including foreign examiners, you don’t have to do the Thesis Viva. But a committee is formed by DRC to conduct a viva within IIT Roorkee.
Choosing the guide is a crucial matter for Ph.D. students as the same guide can help you get the degree very quickly while some guides can prolong the duration unnecessarily. Before finalizing your guide, conduct research on his credentials by talking to students he has dealt with in the past. It’s your guide who keeps who assists and motivates you throughout your research work. It’s better to stay away from professors who give C or C+ grades to M.Tech thesis students. This grade reflects nothing but the failure of the guide itself. You can find many such professors in ECE, though I don’t know if these can be found in the CS department or not.
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