In Maharashtra, there are many good colleges for chemical engineering other than VNIT Nagpur, Institute of Chemical Technology-Mumbai, and IIT-B. Some of them are - Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune; MIT World Peace University Pune; Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University Nagpur; and Vishwakarma Institute of Technology Pune.

Rankings:

According to NIRF 2020 rankings, the colleges were ranked as follows:

• Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Pune is ranked 98th out of 200 in India and 5th among colleges in Pune.

• MIT World Peace University Pune is ranked 138th out of 300 in India, for B.Tech courses and 5th in Pune for B.Tech courses.

• Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University Nagpur is ranked 144th out of 300 in India for B.Tech courses and 13th in Maharashtra among B.Tech colleges.

• Vishwakarma Institute of Technology Pune is ranked 165th in India out of 300 for B.Tech courses and 6th in Pune for B.Tech courses.

Admissions:

Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Pune

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board with PCM as the subjects.

• Admissions will be granted on the basis of marks obtained in the CET conducted by the university itself.

• The fee structure for the 1st year is Rs 1.2 Lakhs.

MIT World Peace University Pune:

• The candidate must have gained 50% marks in PCM with Physics, Mathematics, and English as compulsory subjects.

• A valid score in JEE Main 2020/ MHT-CET 2020 score.

• The total 1st-year fee is Rs 3.1 Lakhs.

Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University Nagpur:

• The aspirant must have passed 10+2 with the science stream.

• The fee structure for the 1st year is Rs 33,600.

Vishwakarma Institute of Technology Pune:

• A minimum of 50% is required in the science stream for admissions having Physics and mathematics as the compulsory subjects.

• A valid score in JEE/ MHT-CET is required.

• Rs 1.79 Lakhs is the 1st year total fees for chemical engineering.

Placements:

The table given below shows the placement statistics of Chemical Engineering colleges:

The infrastructure of MITWPU is very pleasing. The university also provides other facilities like the ground, gym, auditorium, basketball court, hostel, canteen, labs, library, etc. Playgrounds, labs, and hostel facilities are provided in BVDU and RTMNU. On-campus facilities in VIT include labs, auditorium, playgrounds, canteen, gym, etc.

ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai has received ‘A++’ accreditation from NAAC and it is also recognized by the NBA. In the current year 2020, ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai has been ranked by the NIRF at 18 for its Engineering degree course offered. Nirma University, Institute of Technology offering multidisciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs is an accredited ‘A’ grade by the NAAC and is ranked among the best colleges in Gujarat by India Today.

Eligibility and Admission:

Chemical Engineering in ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai:

• The candidate applying for admission in the Chemical Engineering degree program at ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai must have passed 10+2 with an aggregate of 50% in the Science stream.

• For selection into Chemical Engineering at ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai, the candidate is required to give an entrance examination of JEE Main, MHT CET.

Electrical Engineering in Nirma University, Institute of Technology:

• The candidate applying for admission in the Electrical Engineering degree program at Electrical Engineering at Nirma University, Institute of Technology must have passed 10+2 with an aggregate of 50% in the Science stream having Physics, Chemistry, and Maths as compulsory subjects.

• For selection into the Electrical Engineering degree program at Nirma University, Institute of Technology, the candidate is required to give an entrance examination of JEE Main, GUJCET.

Placements:

Chemical Engineering in ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai:

• The top recruiting companies visiting the campus of ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai to offer placements to the graduates in the field of Chemical Engineering are Tata Motors, Reliance, Johnson Johnson, Nerolac, Jacobs, ITC, Exxon, Cipla, Asian Paints.

• The average annual graduate salary offered for placement is INR 4.8 Lacs.

Electrical Engineering in Nirma University, Institute of Technology:

• The top recruiting companies visiting the campus of Nirma University, Institute of Technology to offer placements to the graduates in the field of Electrical Engineering are Cognizant, HP, Philips, IBM, Microsoft, Intel, Infosys, Accenture, Wipro, Reliance, ICICI, Morgan Stanley, Deloitte.

• The average annual graduate salary offered for placement is INR 8.1 Lacs.

Both the institutions, be it ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Mumbai or Nirma University, Institute of Technology have their own advantages and perks.

As an institute, IIT Madras is much ahead of IIT Bhubaneswar, as it is one of the oldest and reputed IITs. But electrical engineering in IIT Bhubaneswar is quite good and offers many opportunities. The institute also has very impressive placement stats. In the year 2019, around 86% of students got placed from the Electrical engineering branch. The official average package for the batch 2017 as released by the institute (IIT Bhubaneswar) for Electrical Engineering was 8.5 LPA. A good number of core companies, software companies and PSU’s hire Electrical Engineers (EE) from IIT Bhubaneswar.

Also, Chemical engineering is a great branch with many prospects. Companies like O&G, Chemical Research firms- for both India & abroad visit regularly for placements. The non- core companies like Fin, MC. Techs are also open for Chemical Engineers. IITM offers decent placements, in 2019 there was 85.52% placement from duel degrees and the placement rate for Chemical Engineers was around 74%. The average CTC offered in IITM was 16 LPA.

IITM is good for the students who are interested in chemical engineering and would like to pursue MS/Ph.D. in the top universities. If you are looking for careers in research then chemical engineering provides ample opportunities. Getting a dual degree will also build a way for R&D roles in many companies such as ITC, Shell, HUL, etc. Also, the best part about going for chemical engineering is that it provides ample opportunities for people to prepare for non-core sectors as well.

So, choose the branch of your interest.

ICT Mumbai specializes in chemical engineering and technology and offers the best curriculum in the country. It is ranked at 18 for Engineering by NIRF in 2019. NIT Trichy is ranked at 9 for Engineering by Outlook in 2020 and is popular for its great placement facilities.

Let us draw a comparison between the two programs and see what the institutes have to offer.

The admission details for NIT Trichy and ICT Mumbai are as follows.

Curriculum:

NIT Trichy:

• The course curriculum is credit-based and offers a combination of innovation, theory, and practical based subjects with general institute requirements like Maths and English along with Industry-specific subjects like Thermodynamics and Process Modelling.

• It also offers a range of open elective subjects to specialize in.

ICT Mumbai:

• The course has been designed with a combination of theory, practical and research-based elements.

• It has a total of 6 academic subjects and 3-course laboratories per semester. There is a core focus on Chemical Engineering and Chemical Project Economics, which are an important part of the curriculum.

Faculty:

NIT Trichy:

The faculty at NIT Trichy are academic professionals who help students with queries, guide them through internships and job opportunities, and conduct workshops and seminars to increase understanding and industry exposure.

ICT Mumbai:

The faculties conduct live demonstrations, workshops, seminars, and conferences to ensure that students have the best experience. All the faculty members are Ph.D. holders and are responsible for updating the curriculum every four years.

Placements:

Cognizant, Oracle is the top recruiter for NIT Trichy for Chemical Engineering. For ICT Mumbai the major recruiters for Chemical Engineering are Asian Paints, Cipla.

Choosing NIT Trichy allows students to get access and exposure to core companies. ICT Mumbai not only offers good placements but is also great for those students who are looking to apply to universities abroad for further studies.

Based on the given factors, students can make a choice between the two academic institutions.

PDPU Gandhinagar is one of the countable colleges to provide a mix of curriculum and upright infrastructure.It is ranked 1st in Gujarat and 55th in the country according to NIRF. It is well renowned for petroleum engineering across the country. The fee structure for chemical engineering is 9.36 Lakhs whereas for petroleum engineering, it is 9.36 lakhs.

Placements

• In the chemical engineering batch, 95% students were placed with top recruiters being Honeywell, Berger paints and Reliance to name a few.
• In contrast to this, 65% students under petroleum engineering were placed with major recruiters from Mahindra & Mahindra, Reliance Industries Tata Power and TCS.

Tabulated below is the placement statistics for both streams at PDPU:

Internship opportunities

• The Chemical engineering department gives students an exposure to corporate internships in established business and industries besides the summer workshops it offers. Out of the 60 students, 10% students receive PPOs through summer internships.
• The Petroleum engineering department provides a rural internship program for first year students. Apart from this, there is an Industry Orientation internship to impart operational capabilities in students. Out of the total 120 students, on an average, 20% students receive PPOs.

Faculty

• Chemical engineering- the department faculty provides a vibrant option for students looking for getting industry ready in future. It includes Faculty members from esteemed institutions like IITs, who share their effervescent experience in terms of knowledge imparted. The teacher to student ratio is 1:30.
• Petroleum engineering- the department’s faculty boasts off to have faculty from IITs and NITs which is well-qualified and earned many recognitions. Furthermore, the practical lab sessions taken by this department help in future prospects of performing research projects. The teacher to student ratio is 1:25.

The stream of chemical engineering gives a plethora of options, be it working in Reservoir or oil production, this stream has a broader prospect for the aspirants of this course. On the other hand, petroleum engineering is a field of specialization and the scope is slightly limited. So it is up to an individual’s diligence and hard work to excel in any chosen field.

Nirma University is a private university, recognized and approved by UGC, AIU, and has been accredited grade ‘A’ by NAAC. Admissions to the college are open through both offline and online modes. The college offers B.Tech in Chemical Engineering as a four-year full-time course at a fee of Rs 7.24 Lakhs for the full period.

Vellore Institute of Technology is a private deemed university, accredited grade ‘A’ by NAAC. The college has been ranked 1st and 15th by QS Subject Ranking and NIRF rankings respectively in the category of Engineering. It offers B.Tech in Chemical Engineering as a four-year full-time course at a fee of Rs 6.95 lakhs for the full period.

Admission Procedure

Nirma University:

• The prerequisite for seeking admission to Chemical Engineering is scoring 55% and more in 10+2 examinations (PCM/B).
• Students are shortlisted on the basis of JEE Main or GUJCET scores. The course has a total of 60 seats available.

VIT Vellore:

• The prerequisite for seeking admission to Chemical Engineering is scoring 60% and more in 10+2 examinations (PCM/B).
• Students are shortlisted on the basis of VITEEE scores, which is the common entrance examination conducted by VIT. The course has a total of 120 seats available.

Facilities

Nirma University:

• The college is built over a huge 115-acre campus.
• A well-equipped library is on-campus which houses over 1,20,000 books.
• The institute also provides separate hostels for boys and girls with adequate facilities.
• Other facilities such as laboratories, gym, cafeterias, medical facilities, Wi-Fi, air-conditioned classrooms, and auditoriums are provided.

VIT Vellore:

• The college is built over a massive 372-acre campus.
• The college is home to a huge six-storey library.
• The institute also provides separate hostels for boys and girls with adequate facilities.
• The college has a wide range of sporting facilities and four gymnasiums.

Placements

• Nirma University:The course has a placement rate of 70%. Companies such as L&T, Reliance, and HUL come on-campus for placements. The package offered to students ranges between 2.5 LPA and 7 LPA
• VIT Vellore: ECE at the college has an 80% placement rate. Top recruiters at the college include Amazon, Cisco, and Vedanta. The lowest, average, and highest salary packages offered are approximately 3 LPA, 4.5 LPA, and 12 LPA respectively.

VIT, Vellore is a clear winner between the two colleges for Chemical Engineering. The college scores better on every parameter with lower fees, better campus & infrastructure, college ranking, and placement rate. With better facilities and return on investment, one should grab the opportunity at VIT with both hands provided he/she secures admission.