Both institutions are great for engineering, technology, and management. However, the choice between IIT Dharwad and Thapar depends on your preference and career goals.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology has been ranked 29th amongst top engineering colleges in India by NIRF. While IIT Dharwad hasn't been ranked yet by NIRF.
The table below provides information on some of the popular courses at both institutes and student strength for the same:
Particulars |
IIT Dharwad |
Thapar University |
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Course |
Fee structure (total) |
Seat intake |
Fee Structure (total) |
Seat intake |
M.Sc Engineering |
1.5lacs |
70-80 |
3-4 lacs |
400+ |
B. Tech |
8.8 lacs |
170 |
8-17 lacs |
3100+ |
Campus:
Thapar University
IIT Dharwad
The main campus is under construction as of now, proposed to be spread across 530 acres, the students have to stay in a transit campus. Hence, all facilities cannot be availed yet.
Placements:
IIT Dharwad:
Thapar University:
Finally, when it boils down to making a choice between the two institutes, students should consider their area of interest, accessibility, facilities offered. While IITs do have a brand name, Dharwad is relatively newly established and on the other hand, Thapar University does provide promising placements and is one of the oldest private institutions.