Get Answers on Test Preparation, Admissions & Campus Life

Found 209 QuestionsSet Default
Selected Filters
College
Substream
Sort By:Most Relevant

Is Madras Institute of Technology better for automobile engineering?

Girish Singh Posted On : September 15th, 2020

Madras Institute of Technology is a private and autonomous college under Anna University. It ranks at the 8th position for Top Engineering Colleges in Chennai and is accredited by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The Automobile Engineering course comes under the Bachelor of Engineering and Masters of Engineering degrees.

Given below is a brief overview of the course:

Key Information

MIT (Automobile Engineering Dept)

Placement Rate

85%

Tentative Cut-off

1711-6192

Course Duration

4 years

Application Fee

INR 800

Placements:

  • Overall, 344 B.Tech and 39 Masters students were placed by MIT College and around 47 students were placed in ME.
  • The average salary of an MIT student is 4.5 LPA. Up to INR 3.9 Million has been the highest salary package provided by a company to students of MIT College.
  • Maruti, TVS, Hyundai, Daimler Benz, Caterpillar, Renault-Nissan, Ford, Ashok Leyland, Tate Motors, etc. are some of the profound recruiters that hire Automobile Engineering students during the placement season.

Academics:

  • The course is provided for both graduate and undergraduate degrees and a part-time study is also available for the course.
  • There are 15 members of faculty in the Automobile Engineering course.
  • Students can pursue research work along with the staff teachers. Vehicle System Dynamics, Alternative Fuels Application for Automobiles are two of the many areas of research in the department.
  • Laboratories such as Engine and Chassis, Engine and Vehicle, Automotive Electronics, Automotive Design are available for practical classes.
  • Other facilities include the Variable compression ratio Multi-fuel engine, Microcontrollers, and training kits for automotive electronics among others.
  • The department-specific library is present with over 500 books on Automobile Engineering.

Admissions:

  • At least 50% marks and the subjects Maths, Physics, and Chemistry are necessary to take admission in the Automobile Engineering course.
  • Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission (TNEA) exam as well as TANCET counselling is a necessity for the candidate to apply for admission at MIT.
  • The mode of applying is online through the common application of Anna University.

The Automobile Engineering course is well-established for more than 70 years and one of the popular courses at MIT. It has a great scope with respect to academic excellence and placement statistics of the college. Choosing a course is entirely based on an individual’s preference and one’s specialization interest. So, choose according to your own preference.

Read More
0
0
Share
1 Answer

How good is the Mechanical Department at IIT Gandhinagar in terms of infrastructure, faculty and placements?

AG
Arvind Goswami Posted On : July 15th, 2023
Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar (2018)

IIT Gandhinagar Mechanical Department is considered to be one of the top Mechanical Engineering departments in India, with a strong focus on undergraduate and graduate education. 

Infrastructure

  • The department is known to have top-notch laboratories and research facilities. 
  • The campus is huge with many breathtaking views. The accommodation facilities are also great and the entire campus is wifi-enabled.
  • The food served is good and hygienic and a sports facility is on the way.

Faculty

  • IIT Gandhinagar has a dedicated faculty pool with highly qualified professors who are experts in their respective fields.
  • The curriculum is light and at par with industry standards. 
  • The curriculum is flexible so students can take electives of their choice.

Placements

  • The mechanical department is well-known for its strong placement record, with many students going on to work at top companies and research institutions.
  • The placements however are not at par with other top institutes and IITs.
  • The department is slowly witnessing huge companies like Google, Swiggy, and Paytm lying visits for placements.
  • Many IT and Finance companies also recruit students from this branch.

The placement scenario of the mechanical branch at IIT Gandhinagar is tabulated below

Students registered

33

Students placed

29

Placement percentage

87.88%

Median Salary

INR 14.17 LPA

Average Salary

INR 14.49 LPA

Overall, the Mechanical Department at IIT Gandhinagar is a great choice for those interested in pursuing a career in mechanical engineering.

Read More
0
0
Share
2 Answers

Which is better, aeronautics dual degree at IIT Madras or electrical at IIT Bhubaneswar?

A
Admin Posted On : June 21st, 2024

I think I am qualified to answer this question as I graduated from IIT Madras Aeronautics department and I am working for Boeing in the USA.

You should choose IIT Madras due to following reasons:-

  • Aeronautical Engineering is one of the evolving and emerging domains in India and has a huge growth potential.
  • Dual Degree is a more research-oriented degree. 
  • According to the statistics, among the students pursuing dual degree programs in Aeronautics from IIT Madras, 90% are placed with good packages.
  • IIT Bhubaneswar has a NIRF ranking 47th with IIT Madras at 1st.
  • The Average salary for IIT Bhubaneswar Electrical Program is 19 LPA.
  • The Average package for IIT Madras Aerospace Engineering is 21 LPA.
  • The Highest package for IIT Madras Aerospace Engineering is 66 LPA.

For more detail Refer - https://www.iitbbs.ac.in/index.php/home/placement-2023

https://internship.iitm.ac.in/downloads/P&I_Report_22-23.pdf

Read More
0
0
Share
3 Answers

Should I take mechanical or ECE at the Institute of Technology in Nirma University?

AP
Arya Patel Posted On : October 5th, 2020
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Institute Of Technology, Nirma University (Graduated 2017)

Institute of Technology, Nirma university holds rank #10 for private engineering by Times. The admission process for both courses is almost similar based on Merit and JEE. The placement of the university is also quite good in comparison to other colleges.

Tabulated difference between mechanical and ECE at the Institute of Technology, Nirma University

Particulars

Mechanical engineering

ECE

Total course fee

7.24 lakhs

7.24 lakhs

Eligibility criteria

GUJCET/JEE mains

GUJCET/JEE mains

Total seats

180

120

Top recruiters

Accenture, CMC, Cognizant, DeloitteConsulting, Eicher Motors, gammon

Accenture, CMC, Cognizant, DeloitteConsulting, Eicher Motors

Average salary package

4.1 lakhs

4.1 lakhs

Admission process:

  • The admission process is fully online with an application fee of 1500 INR.
  • Admissions for both the programs are based on the results of the Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET)and JEE Mains followed by interviews and counseling.
  • With this, students also must have at least 45% in 12th board with required subjects.

Placements

  • Both courses have the same placement rate. Companies like Accenture, CMC, Cognizant, DeloitteConsulting, Eicher Motors, etc visit campus in search of good placements.
  • The average salary package offered to students is 4.1 lakhs and the highest package is offered up to 20 lakhs.

The university is known for its huge campus and beautiful infrastructure. The faculty is also well-experienced.

Both the courses are equally good. Admission process, placement rate fees are almost similar for both. University has a huge campus with good facilities. The environment is very friendly and engaging for students. Overall there is no harm in choosing any course.

Read More
0
0
Share
1 Answer

Should I do my B.Tech in mechanical engineering from Sharda University?

AK
Amrit Kaur Posted On : October 15th, 2020
Studied Bachelor of Technology Degrees at Sharda University

Sharda University has been awarded the best private university continuously over the years by National Education Awards. It has also been awarded the best Private Global University of the Year and the Best Innovative Engineering School in North.

Mechanical engineering is one of the most sought after courses at Sharda University. The institute offers a BTech course for Mechanical Engineering. It focuses on the practical understanding of engineering and related concepts and expects students to implore into their syllabus topics and go beyond them. It also aims to allow students to grow through cross-functional activities and networking with companies.

Curriculum:

The ME department aims at providing an industry-centric curriculum and provides a blend of classroom and experiential learning. They include lab exercises, assignments, case studies, and work-integrated activities.

Admission:

  • Matriculation with-60% marks, 10+2 with 70% aggregate & minimum 60% marks in PCM, Computer Science/PCB for Biotechnology without a gap between 10th and 12th is the prerequisite for admission.

  • Students can appear for the Sharda University Admission Test (SUAT) if they have scored above 50% marks in Maths in 12th Boards to get selected for admission.

  • All students up to JEE rank of 3 lakhs and students with UPSEE All India rank up to 50,000 are also eligible for admission.

Placements:

Sharda University has an excellent track record of 91% and 100% placements over the year.

  • The highest salary package was 64 LPA.

  • Every year about 350 employers recruit students through campus recruitments. Some famous recruiting companies include Amazon, iGate, Wipro, Edelweiss, ITC, L&T, Audi, Asian Paints, etc.

The department provides compulsory internships in the final year and for students who perform exceedingly well get the opportunity to participate in a full-time summer internship in USA, Germany, Mexico and Australia. They also give regular industry visits.

Read More
0
0
Share
1 Answer

I'm a third-year mechanical student from IIT Bhubaneswar. But my CGPA 6.9 . Is it possible to get an internship with this CGPA?

PG
Paheli Gupta Posted On : April 30th, 2022
studied at Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur

Yes, you can get internship opportunities with a CGPA of 6.9. In the past students of IIT Bhubaneswar got internships even with 6 CGPA. Companies that hire for internships usually sets the CGPA criteria to 6 or above. Other than CGPA, your skill sets will play a major role in getting an internship. So, focus on mastering different skills required by the MNCs. 

Read More
0
0
Share
2 Answers

What was the average package of mechanical engineering at IIT Bhubaneswar in 2017?

TN
Tripti Negi Posted On : August 14th, 2020
B.Tech from IIT BHU (2020)

The placement of IIT Bhubaneswar has never disappointed its students. There has always been an increase in the number of companies who visited IIT Bhubaneswar over years for hiring mechanical engineers. In 2017 almost 83% of students got placement from Mechanical Engineering. 32 out of 35 of Mechanical Engineering students got placed on campus with a decent package. The average package offered at IIT Bhubaneswar in 2017 was 10.52 lacs/annum. While the highest foreign CTC and highest domestic CTC offered were 38 LPA and 21 LPA respectively. PSU’s like ISRO, IOCL, BPCL, NCCBM participated in the campus drive. A total of 41 companies visited the campus during the placement season 2017.

Read More
0
0
Share
1 Answer

Which institute is better for Mechanical Engineering, NIT Durgapur or IIEST Shibpur?

AB
Aditi Banerjee Posted On : September 7th, 2023
Lives in Bangalore

If you are confused between NIT Durgapur and IIEST Shibpur, I will advise you to give priority to the branch of your choice and if you are getting both these institutes, then go through the following points before deciding

  • Campus life: NIT Durgapur has an amazing crowd and you will be surrounded by intellectuals who will help groom your personality. The institute spreads across 187 acres of greenish and clean campus.
  • Club culture: NIT Durgapur helps you find your passion through the large variety of clubs. You can pursue all kinds of non-academic passions here from dancing, acting, painting, debating, etc. NIT Durgapur has a total of 19 clubs promoting such activities. 
  • Coding Culture: NIT Durgapur has a great coding culture and has a separate club that promotes a competitive coding culture in the college. 
  • Open Source Culture: Again, NIT Durgapur has a great open source culture as many students have cracked GSoC. This culture is promoted through the club Glug.
  • Alumni: NIT Durgapur is one of the oldest colleges in India, so it has an elaborate alumni network. The seniors often upload posts related to job referrals and internship referrals.
  • Placements: Many product-based companies like Amazon, Microsoft, De Shaw, Adobe, Qualcomm, etc. visit NIT Durgapur for placements.

Here is a brief overview of these institutes

Parameters

NIT Durgapur 

IIEST Shibpur

Fees

INR 1.86 Lakhs (BTech 1st Year Fees)

INR 1.42 Lakhs (BTech1st Year Fees)

NIRF Ranking

90 out of 200 in 2023

66 out of 200 colleges in 2023 

Highest CTC

INR 70 LPA 

INR 45 LPA 

Average CTC

INR 13.64 LPA

-

Top Recruiters

TCS Ninja, PwC, ICICI Bank, Microsoft

Microsoft, Wells Fargo, Texas Instruments, PWC, Cognizant, Atlassian

Overall, NIT Durgapur is a better choice than IIEST Shibpur unless you are interested in research and want to pursue a career in the same.

Overall, go for the one that suits your needs and choices.

Read More
0
0
Share
2 Answers

Which decision is better with AIR 730: CS in IIT BHU or Mechanical in IITD?

TG
Tripti Garg Posted On : August 13th, 2020
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi (2020)

Both IITD Mechanical as well as IIT BHU CSE are good branches.
IIT BHU is 100 Years old Institution and offers a huge Alumni Network. The course curriculum of CSE is designed in a way that will give you enough Industry exposure. Coding Culture at IIT BHU is also very impressive with 10-12 GSOC Selections every year. The Department Club of Programmers (COPS) conducts Codefest which is the annual Department Fest which witnesses the participation of students and programmers worldwide. Moreover, besides Technical things at IIT BHU you can build up other skills since there are many clubs for Extracurriculars like Aeromodelling Club, Robotics Club, Business Club, Cultural Societies, Film & Media Council, etc. Apart from this, the Life at IIT BHU campus and city life of Varanasi is amazing. The average placement package at this IIT is nearly around 8.19 Lakhs while the Highest was 1.54 Crore in 2019. All the top companies including top tech giants Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Amazon offer jobs as well as other sectors where students get jobs are Consulting, Analytics, Education, Business, etc.

IITD is an old well-reputed IIT. Faculties of the Mechanical Department at IITD are very good and experienced. Also, Peer Group at IITD is very competitive since many top rankers join this college. Mechanical Engineering course curriculum is good and one which provides industry skills. Besides Academics IITD too has many Clubs, Societies where students can join to develop different skills. Also, Campus life of IITD and the City life that Delhi offers is quite amazing. Placements too at IITD are good. In 2019 Mechanical Engineering was the brunch with the highest placement records. Many top Mechanical Core companies visit campus such as HUL, ITC, WIPRO, CBS, HONDA, etc. There are also other job profiles available such as Data Analytics, Software, Consulting, Finance, Education, etc.

You should choose the branch depending on your Interest. Choose Mechanical only if you have keen interest otherwise choose CSE to get more opportunities. 

Read More
0
0
Share
1 Answer

Which is better: IIT Roorkee mechanical or IIT BHU electronics?

AS
Abhinav Sinha Posted On : June 1st, 2022
B.Tech Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi (2020)

IIT Roorkee Mechanical will be better. It has an excellent placement record. IIT Roorkee Mechanical average package is INR 15 LPA. Reputed companies like Google, Microsoft, and Maruti Suzuki recruit from the branch. You can also get good placement opportunities in the IT sector. 

IIT Roorkee has various clubs such as Web development Club, Programming Club, Robotics, etc. If you are interested, you can join any of these clubs and build additional skills. 

Read More
0
0
Share
2 Answers