Which is better in terms of infrastructure and academic workload (lesser is better), IIT Ropar or IIT Mandi?

IIT Ropar can be a better choice for you than IIT Mandi. The infrastructure of IIT Ropar is commendable; they have recently shifted their campus to its permanent location and have seen immense growth in the last few years. 

The campus is spread across 500 acres with mind-blowing facilities, including utility blocks, hostels, and a sports complex. All the building blocks of the college are super structured, and the campus is eco-friendly, which offers students the opportunity to relax and study in nature.

IIT Ropar will not burden you with work; you can easily get on track using a consistent study routine and a love for your subject. There are only five working days per week, consisting of five hours per day accompanied by a ten-minute break after each hour. The classes are really good, and you can also use the library facility for more reference. The students are given only a limited number of assignments and tutorials by the lecturers. In the tutorial session, you can discuss your doubts or any issues with the teachers. They are ready to help their students. 

Apart from all this, IIT Ropar has got the 33rd position in India in the ranking 2023 held by the National Institute Ranking Framework and the Union Ministry of Human Resource Development.

So IIT Ropar is a good option than IIT Mandi.