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Which college is better, IET Lucknow or Thapar University, in the sense of placements and also campus life?
Both IET Lucknow and Thapar University are renowned colleges. Just as in every college they both have their strengths and weaknesses. As I got to know some people from these colleges while researching, I might be able to help you with your question.
- The placement opportunities provided to students at Thapar are good, whereas at IET it is moderate. Visiting companies at Thapar for recruitment are extremely esteemed and reputed.
- Both of these universities are known for their highly experienced and competitive faculty.
- The campus life is more or less similar in both colleges.
- The seniors make the campus life livelier and more energetic with their enthusiasm and passion.
- If you want to prepare for GATE or CAT exams, IET will be a good choice.
- Thapar’s infrastructure and facilities are much better than IET.
- Placements of Civil and Mechanical branches are not good at IET. But CS and IT departments have comparatively better placements.
| Categories | IET Lucknow | Thapar University |
| Course Fee | 3.44 lakh | 13.23 lakh |
| Highest CTC | 16 LPA | 25-26 LPA |
| Average CTC | 6-7 LPA | 12 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | ZS Associates, TCS, Cognizant, HCL, etc. | Microsoft, Apple, Wipro, Infosys, etc. |
You might lose interest while studying at IET as it is not as lavish as other private colleges or even like Thapar. But if you work hard enough you can reach greater heights, no matter which college you graduate from.
Can I get admission at Thapar University with only my board marks?
Yes, it’s possible to get admission at Thapar University, based only on board marks. For 50% of the seats, admission is through JEE Main. While for the other 50%, admission is done based on the 10+2 score.
In order to get admission based on merit, you need to score above 70% in 10+2. You also should have appeared in JEE Main, in order to be considered.
What should I prefer, a dual degree in BITS Pilani or CSE in Thapar University?
I can only guide you but only you know what is right for you. If you are serious about a career in CS, Thapar University will offer better opportunities and an environment. But if you want to explore other things and also want to enjoy your college life, then taking a dual degree at BITS Pilani will be a great choice for you. BITS has a very flexible curriculum so it allows you to explore your ambitions thoroughly and openly. Moreover, you will be exposed to a better crowd and culture so obviously the learning experience will be more enriched. Generally, both institutes have their pros and cons, and going through these will guide you better toward making a well-informed decision.
Thapar University Pros:
- You will be able to study CS, which has amazing job opportunities.
- You will complete your graduation in 4 years
- Excellent accommodation facilities at par with BITS
Thapar University Cons:
- 75% attendance rule
- The crowd and academic ambiance are not at par with BITS because of the reservation policy.
BITS Pilani Pros:
- No compulsory attendance rule
- The packages offered are great but you will have to work hard for them
- More talented and skilled peer groups because of no reservation
- Dynamic campus life
BITS Pilani Cons:
- You will be completing your graduation in 5 years, a year later than your BTech counterparts
- You will have to study extraordinarily hard in the first year to get the branch of your choice.
- Intense competition and academic pressure.
Lastly, don't take dual degrees in BITS on the pretext of getting CS. Only a handful of students get to choose CS in dual degrees.
How is the civil engineering at Thapar University?
The department of civil engineering recently completed five decades of its existence. It is one of its kind in the region, which provides quality undergraduate education, excellent research environment by its Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral programs.
Below given are some facts about the civil department and university:
- The department has faculties from various streams and specializations, with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
- Students demonstrate a high level of technical expertise in the civil engineering profession with efficient communication and management abilities.
- Students supported lifelong learning by pursuing higher education suitable for the needs of the profession and the community.
- The students achieve leadership roles by helping society as ethical and responsible professionals.
- The civil department has created a strong legacy of alumni, who have excelled in varied fields ranging from academics to project management, designing earthquake repellent structures to constructing bridges, maintaining the ever-changing needs of our developing country.
The table shows a brief overview of the institution:
|
Particulars |
Thapar University |
|
Average Salary |
Rs. 6.5 lakhs |
|
Highest Salary |
Rs. 43 lakhs |
|
Entrance Criteria |
JEE MAIN |
|
Fees |
Rs. 13.23 lakhs |
Everything is good from faculty to placement cell of civil engineering. Overall Thapar University is a potential choice.
Which is better: Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology or Thapar University?
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (SLIET) has carved a niche for India’s professional institutes and ranks 6th in Punjab. The institute maintained an average growth of 75-80% of students’ placements every year with 300 approx faculties.
Thapar University has been ranked 2nd among the 13 Indian Private Institutions by THE ASIA. It houses more than 11,000 students and consistently provides above 90% placements every year. The institute also offers scholarships worth INR 14 crores.
Admission process:-
SLIET
- The candidates must have a valid 10+2 degree.
- The candidates must have a score in the SLIET-SET exam.
- The minimum cutoff required is in the range of 12894-45074.
- The course fee required is INR 2.67 LPA.
- The total intake is 267.
Thapar University
- The admission in BTech requires a minimum score of 60% marks in 10+2 with science stream.
- JEE Main is compulsory for admission in BTech.
- The percentile required is 90.
- The total seats allocated are 300.
- The fees required is INR 3.24 LPA.
Placements:-
SLIET always maintains 75-80% campus placement every year. A total of 192 placement offers were made to the students of SLIET in 2019. CSE received the highest amount of placement of 80%.
Thapar university maintains a good placement record of 90% every year. In 2019, it witnessed a participation of 264 prominent companies and the BTech candidates get the highest amount of placement.
|
Categories |
SLIET |
Thapar University |
|
Highest package |
INR 9 LPA |
INR 43 LPA |
|
Average package |
INR 4 LPA |
INR 8.5 LPA |
The top recruiters are Cognizant, Infosys, Hindustan Unilever Limited, TCS, Samsung, Honda, Coca Cola, Mother Dairy, Godrej, IBM, Adobe, etc.
SLIET being a government university, has better infrastructure and is much ahead of Thapar University. The fees at SLIET are much lesser than Thapar University.
How is Hostel K in Thapar University?
This is what Hostel K in Thapar University looks like
The Hostel K in Thapar University is assigned to 2nd-year students. The hostel has provisions for both AC and non-AC rooms. The rooms are well-furnished and spacious.
Here are a few important points regarding the living conditions of the students here
- The major drawback of this hostel is its mess that serves poor quality food. The mess is run by untrained staff that serves food that tastes pretty bad.
- The level of hygiene is another problem here. The large number of washrooms makes it difficult to maintain cleanliness and only a few are properly functional.
- Safety is also not taken care of and most of the corridors have no CCTV cameras. Only the entrance of the hostel has CCTVs.
Overall, Hostel K has poor living conditions and authorities need to take care of the mess facilities here especially.
What is Thapar University's international engineering programme like?
Thapar University's International Engineering program is highly regarded among engineering aspirants. Here are a few highlights pertaining to the course
- B.E. Mechanical Engineering Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
- This program collaborates with Trinity College Dublin so their curriculums are well-aligned to ensure international level education.
- The program has excellent opportunities in the form of exchange programs, research initiatives, and dual campus degrees where students can complete half of their course at Thapar University's Patiala campus and the other half in Dublin.
- The main purpose of the program is to churn out professionals in Mechanical Engineering who will make huge contributions to the industry globally.
- International forums like the Society of Automobile Engineers (SAE) Formula Student, Europe are another major highlight of this program.
- The Department attracts prestigious research and infrastructural grants from agencies such as AICTE, DRDO, DST, and UGC, to list a few.
- The faculty helps the students in establishing industrial collaborations through training programs, workshops, consulting projects, etc.
Overall, the International Engineering Program at Thapar University is really worth it!
What advice would you give to a first-year CSE student at Thapar University?
Here are a few simple pieces of advice my brother in his second year at Thapar University would like to give to first-year CSE students
- Choose your company wisely as they will be your motivators and friends for 4 years
- It's not necessary to hit the gym daily.
- Prepare ED 1, ED 2, CP 1, CP 2, and Maths 1 subjects well as they are extremely scoring and will help you upscale your grades.
- Don’t get detained in Mechanics or Electricafor l.
- In the first year, you can easily score an 8.5+ GPA by studying a week prior to your exams. So focus on exploring everything.
- Score the highest in sessionals so that your burden in EndSem is less.
- Don't be demotivated if you lack coding skills, rather work on them relentlessly.
- You can sit for most companies if you score a GPA of 8.5+
Lastly, enjoy your college life, it never comes back!
How is mechatronics at Thapar University?
Thapar University offers a good Mechatronics program. The course structure is a blend of Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, and Robotics. Although the branch is new, there are a lot of career opportunities available after post-graduation. Thapar University placement is good for Mechatronics. According to the placement highlights, around 75% of students get placed from the course. Mechatronics students receive an average CTC of around INR 6 LPA. Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, etc. are some of the major recruiters for the branch.
How good is Thapar University for mechanical engineering? I have heard that its teacher and placement scenario is bad.
To be honest, the general scenario of Mechanical Engineering at most Indian colleges is pathetic, and rarely do core companies come for placements. Surprisingly enough, Thapar is among the few companies that are visited by core mechanical companies. So yes, Thapar University’s Mechanical Engineering is second only to IITs, NITs, and BITS. Here are a few highlights of the course
- During the 4th semester, students are given 3 projects of Creo which have no written exam. The project alone takes months to complete and students learn the whole solid modeling during the process.
- Earlier, Mechatronics was an optional subject but now it has been made compulsory in the 2nd year. The reason is its increasing scope in the future and its compulsion in papers like ESEs.
- Frequent workshops are held solely to impart knowledge and no grading is done for these.
- The Mechanical Department has some of the best faculty with highly experienced professors. Some even are Ph.D. holders from old IITs.
- The peer group is excellent because usually the ones passionate about Mechanical join this program.
- The placement scenario is decent and companies like Eicher, Honda, Maruti, Hero, Royal Enfield, etc. visit for campus placement.
- The entire 6th semester is for internships so students gain a lot of practical experience and prepare better for placements.
So Thapar University’s Mechanical Department is an excellent option if you are passionate about the field and are unable to make it into ITs, NITs, or BITS, then go for Thapar.
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