Which is a better option: mechanical at PEC Chandigarh or electronics and comm. at NIT Delhi?

Among the two, Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh would be a better choice. PEC being an old and highly recognized institute whereas NIT Delhi is comparatively a newer establishment.

Placement (Winning Institute- PEC Chandigarh)

• PEC has a progressive atmosphere for core branches like mechanical. The faculties help in placement training and creative experimental works.
• The top recruiting companies include Alstom, Volvo, Fiat, L&T, Indian Oil, etc.
• Although ECE is a stream of greater demand as both core Electronics and IT companies recruit ECE graduates. NIT Delhi, being a recently established institute has a lower average CTC offered to its students than Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh.

The table below states the basic overview of the required departments from the two institutes.

Opportunities

• After completing Mechanical at PEC, students can opt for a Masters in Design which serves a purpose of Architectural discipline and great demand.

Campus

• PEC Chandigarh has a better campus and infrastructure than NIT Delhi.
• Co-curricular activities like fests, sports, events, etc. take place on a larger scale in PEC Chandigarh, being a more popular institute.

The comparison between Electronics and Communication at NIT Delhi and Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh is entirely dependent on what the candidate wants, both being completely different streams. But PEC still stands a step ahead, being a more reputed institution.