Which is better, ceramic engineering in IIT BHU or chemical engineering in Jadavpur University?

If the branch is not your first priority than between ceramic engineering in IIT BHU and chemical engineering at Jadavpur University you should give preference to ceramic engineering in IIT BHU. Being an IIT, it provides a large number of opportunities and better exposure. If you have an interest in extracurricular activities IIT BHU gives you a platform. Also, in IIT BHU sports, and hostel facilities are better when compared with Jadavpur University. Although, IIT BHU has a strong alumni base getting placed in the ceramic branch is difficult but there is always an option of non-core companies. And the hallmark of IIT has certain perks.

Jadavpur University’s chemical engineering is one of the oldest branches in Jadavpur; the labs are equipped with modern machines which will give a better environment to work in. Research options are also good at Jadavpur University. Talking about placements, they are quite good for chemical engineering. 

If you seek better opportunities irrespective of the branch then you should go for IIT BHU. IIT BHU also gives an option of branch change after completion of your first year. This branch change is done on the bases of what your CGPA is after the second semester. The branch change option is not present in Jadavpur University.