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What should I do to get into FMS or XLRI?
To get into FMS or XLRI, you will need to meet their specific admission requirements and do well on their entrance exams. Here are the specific eligibility criteria for both the institutes'
FMS eligibility criteria to get admission:
- Candidates applying for admission to the MBA program must have pursued at least a Bachelor‘s Degree program after twelve years of formal schooling with at least 50% marks at graduation level.
- SC/ST, OBC, PWD, CW: 45% passing marks as per the University Rules or equivalent CGPA.
- Candidates appearing for the final year examination for a Bachelor‘s Degree may also apply.
Selection for FMS is done through 2 stages
- Appearing for CAT conducted by IIMs
- On being shortlisted, candidates are called for the second round which comprises Extempore Speech, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview (PI).
XLRI Eligibility Criteria:
- Recognized Bachelor's degree of minimum three years duration or equivalent in any discipline. Those completing their final examination by June 10 can also apply.
- All Indian candidates can appear for XAT. However, NRI and foreign candidates may apply either through GMAT score or XAT.
To get admitted to XLRI, the following parameters are considered
- XAT / GMAT Score
- Essay Writing
- General Knowledge
- Academic Performance and Work Experience
- Group Discussion (GD) And Personal Interview (PI)
Some general advice would be to focus on your academics, get good scores in your entrance exams, and work on any extracurricular activities or leadership experience you may have.
Which B-school should I join if I have converted TISS, SJMSOM (IITB) and NITIE?
All three colleges are on top and choosing one among three is not easy. But I can give you some ideas about them as I have friends studying at these institutes. TISS is one of the most reputed colleges for HRM courses in the country. The top two institutes for HR programs are XLRI and 2nd is TISS. XLRI holds first place due to its history and huge batch size and placements.
- TISS is growing fast but still doesn’t have the same presence as XLRI has.
- TISS though has the advantage of a very small batch size compared to XLRI, which means lesser competition.
- And again TISS is at Bombay while XLRI is at Jamshedpur. I would say TISS is still a very good option for aspirants interested in HR.
NITIE and SOM are the top two colleges in India for operations and supply chain profiles with NITIE being the clear number 1.
- Long history and a huge batch size result in lots of senior supply chain managers from NITIE across various companies.
- On the other hand, though 20 years old, SOM was upgraded only recently, to 120 batch size from earlier 60.Students are getting to the top but SOM does not have the same presence as NITIE.
- NITIE has more recruiting companies with cushy pay packages as compared to SOM. Although SOM is improving its placement numbers rapidly.
- SOM does boast of elegant IIT B infrastructure and less batch size and hence, lesser competition due to smaller batches.
- But NITIE would give you more options in terms of placements.
So my preference order will be the following.
TISS (HR) > NITIE (Operations & SCM) > SJMSOM (Finance & others)
So, choose wisely based on your preferred domain. And in case you are interested in Marketing, both NITIE & SJMSOM are equally good.
What is better, NIT Warangal or NIT Calicut?
Among the above two institutes, NIT Warangal is the definite choice, considering the factors of alumni record, placements, etc. The table below gives a brief level of comparison among the institutes.
|
Particulars |
NIT Warangal |
NIT Calicut |
|
Total Fees (B.Tech) |
Rs. 5 Lakhs |
Rs. 5.42 Lakhs |
|
Median Salary Offered |
Rs. 9 LPA |
Rs. 8 LPA |
Some of the key highlights of NIT Warangal are discussed below.
- NIT Warangal is in close proximity to Hyderabad city, which gives a location advantage to commute. Also, you will have better placement opportunities since Hyderabad is an IT hub.
- NIT Warangal has a strong alumni record, which in turn increases placement opportunities for students in various industrial sectors.
In between NIT Warangal, NIT Trichy, and NIT Surathkal, you should choose the institute in which you are getting your favorite branch. But, all of these NITs are far ahead of NIT Calicut. So, choose wisely.
Which is better: electronics/EXTC from KJ Somaiya or DJ Sanghavi?
I have friends from both KJ Somiya and DJ Sanghavi. Based on the conversations I had with them, here is a brief comparison of the institutes.
- Teaching: Both institutes have good faculty bases and good academic infrastructure with well-established laboratories.
- Student crowd: The crowd at both institutes is similar. Both have a Gujrathi minority.
- Campus: KJ Somiya has a bigger campus. It has a full-size football ground, basketball ground, volleyball ground, tennis court, etc. DJ Sanghavi has a small campus but it offers better infrastructure.
- Placements: Placement wise KJ Somiya is better than DJ Sanghavi. The former offers better packages. Most of the companies that recruit from KJ Somiya are from the IT industry. Also, a few telecom companies visit the campus placements.
Here are the placement highlights of both the institutes in brief.
| Category | KJ Somiya | DJ Sanghavi |
| Average CTC | 5 LPA | 6.60 LPA |
| Highest CTC | 18 LPA | 20 LPA |
| Major recruiters | Microsoft, HDFC Bank, Jio | Adobe, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley |
Both Electronics and EXTC students can appear for Telecommunications companies. However, EXTC has better scopes in this field.
Which college should I choose between IIT, Hyderabad & IIIT, Hyderabad for a CSE course?
Had I been in your place, I would have chosen IIIT Hyderabad over IIT Hyderabad. While both colleges offer a good CS program, IIIT Hyderabad is the clear winner when it comes to CS. Consider the following points of comparison
- IIT Hyderabad is a new IIt, so choosing it just because of the IIt tag would be a blunder.
- IIT Hyderabad is still in its development phase and its campus still needs a few more facilities to become full-fledged operating.
- IIIT Hyderabad has a better religion and brand name among the IT giants and therefore its placement scenario is way better than IIT Hyderabad.
- IIIT Hyderabad is well-known for its achievements in competitions like ACM ICPC and GSOC.
I have my cousins in both the institutes and from their discussions I have concluded that IIIT Hyderabad leads in CS opportunities.
What would be a better option between BIT Mesra BTech IT branch and IIITM Gwalior 5 year IPG IT course considering the fact that I have no problem with 4 years or 5 years?
The best choice will be to pursue a five-year IPG from IIITM Gwalior. The reasons are below.
- There are two programs in IPG. One is IMT (IPG M. Tech) with 119 intake seats, and another is IMG (IPG MBA) with 69 intake seats. Since 2017, the institute has had a strict batch for IT+MBA, unlike before. In the past, students who failed to get a decent CGPA had no option except to take MBA after the third year and they were not allowed to take M.Tech. This is the reason, the placement statistics for the program may look average. However, the situation has changed.
- IIITM Gwalior has an excellent alumni base. Even some of the recruiters coming for campus placement have a history with the college.
- Some students even have cracked Google Summer of Code (GSOC), and most get an internship in their first year.
The placement details of the 2019-20 session for both institutes are below.
| Criteria | IIITM Gwalior | BIT Mesra |
| Average Package | INR 14.58 LPA | INR 11.76 LPA |
| Highest Package | INR 42 LPA | INR 49.76 LPA |
| Tuition Fee | INR 6.7 Lakhs | INR 12.32 Lakhs |
- The batch has people with diverse backgrounds and interests, making a mix of cultures.
Overall, the return on investment (ROI) from IPG IIITM is excellent, and the course saves the traditional way of bachelor and master degree time.
Which one among IIM Lucknow (ABM), IIM Kozhikode, and IIM Indore should I choose? Why?
IIM Lucknow (ABM), IIM Kozhikode, and IIM Indore are all highly reputable and well-respected institutes for management education in India. Each one has its own strengths and unique features. Choosing which one to attend boils down to your personal preferences and goals.
- IIM Lucknow (ABM) has a strong focus on Agri-Business Management and is known for its research in this area. It also has a diverse student body and a good reputation for its international collaborations.
- IIM Kozhikode is known for its focus on sustainability and corporate social responsibility. It also has a good reputation for its faculty and research.
- IM Indore is known for its focus on finance and its good reputation for its faculty and research. It also has a diverse student body and a good reputation for its international collaborations.
Here is a comparative analysis of both institutes.
|
Particulars |
IIM Lucknow ABM |
IIM Kozhikode |
IIM Indore |
|
Fees |
INR 20,75,000 |
INR 20.5 Lakhs (Total Fees) |
INR 21,14,222 Total Fees |
|
Duration |
2 years |
2 years |
2 years |
|
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s degree in agriculture-related discipline / Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in any discipline. |
Graduation with 60% |
60% aggregate at Secondary/Class 10 equivalent and at Higher Secondary/Class 12 equivalent |
|
Cutoff |
90 |
97 |
90 |
|
Ranking |
Ranked 6/125 by NIRF Management Ranks |
5th position out of 100 (NIRF) |
Ranked 7 For MBA By NIRF 2022 |
|
Highest Salary |
INR 61,59,000 |
INR 67.02 LPA |
INR 1.14 CPA |
|
Average Salary |
INR 31,03,000 |
INR 31.02 LPA |
INR 30.21 LPA |
I would suggest you visit the official website of these institutes and also talk to the alumni of these institutes to get a better insight. You can also attend the webinars, open house sessions organized by these institutes to get a better understanding and make an informed decision.
Which is better IIIT Hyderabad or BITS Pilani on the basis of placement?
IIIT Hyderabad strongly focuses on CS and it’s known for its excellent coding culture while BITS Pilani focuses equally on a variety of specializations. At IIIT Hyderabad students are introduced to CS subjects right from the first semester while in BITS Pilani the first semester comprises subjects from various disciplines.
As for placements here is a detailed comparison:
|
Particulars |
BITS Pilani Placements |
IIIT Hyderabad Placements |
|
Number of recruiters |
109 |
50+ |
|
Highest package |
INR 60.75 LPA |
INR 74 LPA |
|
Average package |
INR 30.37 LPA |
INR 32 LPA |
|
Top Recruiters |
Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Visa, Adobe, Cisco |
Bloomberg, Code Nation, Deloitte, Facebook, Google, HSBC, Indeed |
IIIT Hyderabad has a smaller Campus compared to BITS PILANI and also has fewer facilities than BITS. Also, IIIT Hyderabad does not have a very happening campus life, and extracurricular activities are rarely given importance. BITS Pilani on the other hand has many cultural and sports events.
It’s better to look beyond placements and look at the bigger picture. That being said, IIIT Hyderabad is a good choice if your passion is coding while if you want a good college life and want to develop your personality as a whole, BITS Pilani will serve you best.
Which is preferred: a PESIT VTU degree or a PES University degree? Why?
It's challenging to determine which is preferred between a PESIT VTU degree and a PES University degree, as both have their pros and cons.
PESIT VTU degree may be preferred as it has a long-standing reputation and has been around for a while. The degree is recognized by many top companies, and graduates from PESIT have gone on to secure excellent job opportunities. The syllabus is well-established and has been tried and tested for years, ensuring a well-rounded education.
On the other hand, the PES University degree is a relatively new degree, and its value is yet to be determined. However, it is independent of the VTU and provides more specialized education in the chosen field. The syllabus is enhanced, and the university has modern infrastructure and technology that can be advantageous to students.
Ultimately, it depends on what one's priorities are. If a well-established reputation and recognition by top companies are important, then a PESIT VTU degree may be preferred. However, if specialized education and access to modern infrastructure and technology are priorities, then a PES University degree may be the better option.
How is IEM Kolkata? Which is better, CS at IEM Kolkata or civil/IT at Jadavpur?
IEM Kolkata is a reputed technical college in the region. But given a choice, you should take Civil/IT at Jadavpur University. JU ranks among the top engineering colleges in the country. It is well ahead of IEM, in terms of placement and opportunities.
Many core companies visit JU to recruit Civil Engineering students. The IT placement is excellent. Companies such as Microsoft, Google, etc. take part in Jadavpur University placements. During the 2022 placement drive, Facebook offered the highest CTC of INR 1.8 Crore per annum. The second highest CTC was INR 1.4 CPA, by Google.
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