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Is the electrical course better than the mechanical course at PEC in Chandigarh?
Two years ago, one of my friends was in the same situation. He could have taken electrical and sit for every company’s placements. If he chooses mechanical, then only core opportunities are open. Given the circumstances, he chose electrical in the first round of counseling. It was so because he would at least get a chance to sit in almost every business.
Sitting in a good company does not guarantee a good job, and mechanical engineering at PEC is far superior to that of many NITs and even IITs. Trusting his seniors and teachers, he switched to mechanical on the spot round to which he doesn't regret till now.
If you're interested in electrical, go for it. Since my friend had no particular interest in any of these subjects, he preferred mechanical over electrical.
Should I join IGDTUW Delhi mechanical and automation, or PEC Chandigarh civil branch? Which is better?
Both IGDTUW Delhi and PEC Chandigarh are reputed colleges and are equally good but both these courses are very different from each other.
If you are interested in higher studies and want to do M.Tech or Ph.D., then only opt for PEC civil. The pressure for studies would be less. You also have no restrictions in doing extracurricular activities. Here you can focus on other things besides studies, like on your hobbies or learning and developing a new skill or a new language which can be helpful in your career.
Here’s a brief overview of the courses mentioned in the question.
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Parameters |
PEC Chandigarh |
IGDTUW Delhi |
|
Average CTC |
10.2 LPA |
5.5 LPA |
|
Highest CTC |
42 LPA |
16 LPA |
|
Course Fee |
3.45 lakhs |
4.04 lakhs |
Hope this answer clears some of your doubts.
What is the better option for an undergraduate course from PEC University Chandigarh, mechanical or aerospace?
It all depends on your personal preferences and what appeals to you the most. However, if none of these two branches piques your attention, then definitely mechanical engineering in PEC is the way to go.
- Mechanical is often favored over Aerospace in terms of placement, faculty, or any other criterion.
- Mechanical is an evergreen branch, as they claim, and they call it that for a reason.
- It is in high demand. All industries will need the mind of a mechanical engineer today and forever.
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Categories |
Mechanical at PEC |
Aerospace at PEC |
|
Course Fee |
6.39 lakh |
6.39 lakh |
|
Placement Percentage |
80% |
- |
|
Highest CTC |
15-23 LPA |
10-12 LPA |
|
Average CTC |
6 LPA |
6-7 LPA |
|
Recruiting Companies |
JP Morgan, MySQL, Amazon, HPCL, etc. |
Airbus, Boeing, Goodrich, GE, etc. |
It would be advised that mechanical is always a better choice than aerospace. You can choose to go for Mechanical engineering without giving it much thought and discussion.
What should be the spot round cut off for Electrical branch in PEC Chandigarh?
The cutoffs are released after the spot round. So, it’s difficult to say what is the required cutoff for Electrical branch in the spot round at PEC Chandigarh.
But assuming that you are from the open/general category, these are the starting cut-off ranks for recent years.
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Category |
Other State |
Home State |
|
General |
12781-17622 |
17194-28074 |
|
SC |
1848-4611 |
2586-7591 |
|
ST |
1456-1650 |
- |
|
GeneralPwD |
477-1022 |
- |
Since the number of seats in PEC is the same as last year (no increase or decrease) you can expect fairly the same ranks this year too. So, work hard and make sure you get in the rank range.
Which is better NSUT IT or PEC CSE for a Chandigarh student?
In terms of brand recognition and exposure, NSUT IT is better than PEC Chandigarh. Delhi offers way better exposure, due to the presence of the industry belt in the area. There are many reputed technological institutes in Delhi such as IIITD, so the learning opportunities are ample.
CSE and IT aren’t too different. The major difference between the two branches is hardware and 90% of students are more invested in software roles. If you aren’t particularly interested in the hardware section of Computer Science, choosing NSUT will be better. NSUT placements are great for IT. Students of the branch get salary packages in the range of INR 4 - 20 LPA.
How is PEC Chandigarh for mechanical engineering? Is it comparable to NITs? Which college should I prefer?
One of my friends is an alumnus of PEC Chandigarh. According to him, the Mechanical branch has good placement statistics. Here are a few highlights of the branch that may be helpful.
- You can easily secure an average package of 6-7 LPA.
- In recent years the highest CTC offered to students of this branch is around 15 LPA. Although companies offering software-based profiles even offer 22 LPA.
- Some of the major recruiters for the Mechanical branch are JP Morgan, Tata, ITC, Hero, Bajaj, ZS Associates, Maruti, etc.
- The placement average of the branch is almost 80% and only students with low CGPA remain unplaced.
- PEC doesn’t have a good research culture. If you are interested in good research exposure, go for an internship at any IIT.
- According to my friend the quality of teaching is average.
Lastly, if you have options to go for better NITs such as Allahabad, Bhopal, Raipur, etc. go for it. Many reputed PSUs visit the campus placements of these NITs and offer Design profiles.
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.
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Particulars |
Mechanical at PEC Chandigarh |
Electronics and Communication at NIT Delhi |
|
NIRF ’20 Rank |
68 |
251-300 |
|
Total Fees |
?4.16 Lakh |
?6.05 Lakh |
|
Median Salary |
?7 Lakh per annum |
?6.05 Lakh per annum |
|
JEE Main Cut off |
33005 |
14795 |
|
Total Seats |
110 |
60 |
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.
What should I prefer, metallurgy at PEC Chandigarh or CSE at Pantnagar University?
Always pursue what you are interested in because if you love to do something in a field particularly, you will definitely achieve heights. Since I have a few friends at PEC, I can give you some idea about the Metallurgy course offered there.
PEC-Metallurgy:
- The alumni base of PEC Chandigarh is immense and they still make huge donations for students.
- If you need the best facilities such as college hostel life, high-speed Wi-Fi, Co-curricular activities Join PEC.
- But, quality of education plays a vital role which is average at PEC.
- However, you will surely get placements.
Here’s a brief comparison of the institutes.
|
Parameters |
PEC Chandigarh |
Pantnagar University |
|
Average CTC |
10.2 LPA |
7 LPA |
|
Highest CTC |
42 LPA |
11 LPA |
|
Course Fee |
3.45 lakhs |
2.31 lakhs |
Now, if you want to do research or want good placements, don’t even think about Pantnagar.
What rating would you give to PEC Chandigarh, NIT Hamirpur, and DTU (out of 10) on the basis of placements, college life, campus, reputation, etc?
Below is some information on the three institutes: PEC Chandigarh, NIT Hamirpur, and DTU:
PEC Chandigarh:
- Placements: PEC Chandigarh has a good placement record, with many top companies visiting the campus every year. The average package offered to the students is around 8-10 LPA, and some students also get higher packages.
- College life and campus: PEC Chandigarh has a good campus with all the necessary facilities. The college organizes various events and activities throughout the year, providing students with a good college-life experience.
- Reputation: PEC Chandigarh is a well-reputed institute and is known for its quality education and good placement record.
Based on the above factors, PEC Chandigarh should be given a rating of 8 out of 10.
NIT Hamirpur:
- Placements: NIT Hamirpur has a good placement record, with many top companies visiting the campus every year. The average package offered to the students is around 6-7 LPA, and some students also get higher packages.
- College life and campus: NIT Hamirpur has a good campus with all the necessary facilities. The college organizes various events and activities throughout the year, providing students with a good college-life experience.
- Reputation: NIT Hamirpur is a well-reputed institute and is known for its quality education and good placement record.
Based on the above factors, NIT Hamirpur should be given a rating of 7 out of 10.
DTU:
- Placements: DTU has a good placement record, with many top companies visiting the campus every year. The average package offered to the students is around 10-12 LPA, and some students also get higher packages.
- College life and campus: DTU has a good campus with all the necessary facilities. The college organizes various events and activities throughout the year, providing students with a good college-life experience.
- Reputation: DTU is a well-reputed institute and is known for its quality education and good placement record.
Based on the above factors, DTU should be given a rating of 9 out of 10.
Which option is better, PEC Chandigarh or NIT Kurukshetra?
The better college between NIT Kurukshetra and PEC Chandigarh depends on a lot of factors like the overall environment of the college, staff, facilities, location, placement, etc Both the colleges have their unique pros and cons. For instance, NIT has the upper hand in terms of research and infrastructure while PEC wins in terms of placements.
Here is a brief comparison of the institutes
|
Parameters |
NIT Kurukshetra |
PEC |
|
Fees |
1.6 Lakhs (BTech first year) |
2.07 Lakhs (BTech first year) |
|
Ranking |
58 out of 200 in 2023 |
101 out of 200 in 2023 |
|
Highest CTC |
INR 1.25 CPA |
Rs 64.5 LPA |
|
Average CTC |
INR 13.89 LPA |
Rs 13.5 LPA |
|
Top Recruiters |
ICICI Lombard, HCL Technologies, Microsoft, Adani Group |
Microsoft, RBS, Goldman Sachs |
Overall, PEC has managed to maintain a good reputation and placements without any NIT tag and also has a rich legacy so I believe it’s a better option than NIT Kurukshetra
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