I know a few students at IIIT Guwahati and therefore, I would try to answer your question.
IIIT Guwahati is the highest-ranked IIIT among all the other IIITs by NIRF 2020. This is a huge achievement because it was established in 2013 under the Public-Private Partnership by the Government of India. It is growing rapidly.
The CSE program at IIIT Guwahati is very well-developed meeting the standards of an IIT. The institute provides a good research facility. Also, in the first year, the course is the same for CSE and ECE.
Here is a brief overview of the CSE program offered by these three institutes.
Parameters |
MIT Manipal |
IIIT Siri City |
IIIT Guwahati |
Average CTC |
7.50 LPA |
7 LPA |
10.2 LPA |
Highest CTC |
43.31 LPA |
21 LPA |
17 LPA |
Course Fee |
17.06 lakhs |
9.94 lakhs |
9 lakhs |
At IIIT Guwahati, the B.Tech CSE program first starts with computing-oriented courses and later allows the possibility of doing science courses. The institute will definitely quench your thirst for computer science.
Many people would suggest RVCE over MIT mostly because of the quality of faculty members. The faculty for CSE at Manipal Institute of Technology is pretty bad. You have to do all the studying yourself. You can't rely on more than a couple of faculty members for projects. Hence, the institute is not good if you're looking to do a lot of projects.
Since RV College of Engineering is in Bangalore, you are more in the loop and connected to the industry. If you choose to get into research, you have IISc and IIITB situated in the city. If you choose to get a job, there are tons of startups and companies recruiting freshers frequently throughout the year.
If you look at both the colleges with non-academic perspectives, you can feel that RV College of Engineering still has an edge over Manipal Institute of Technology.
If you like the feel of a small town, you might feel better in Manipal as Bangalore is a crowded city with a metropolitan outlook. The choice can be pretty tough while choosing between Manipal Institute of Technology and RV College of Engineering as both the colleges have an extremely good reputation among Indian Engineering colleges.
Based on what I learned from my friends at these two institutes, I will recommend that you choose MIT Manipal. Many students and faculty in the industry argue that MIT graduates are doing much better than many of their IIT and NIT peers. The reason behind this is the well-rounded personality development you get to experience at MIT Manipal.
Going by the above factors it is safe to say that MIT Manipal is a great choice for an engineering degree.
There are currently no other higher education institutions in India that have the same level of international recognition and reputation as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). However, it is important to note that the IIT brand is losing its sheen in recent years due to various factors.
One of the primary reasons for this is the poor quality of graduates produced by the IITs. While the IITs are renowned for their academic rigor and high standards, many employers have reported that IIT graduates lack practical skills and are unable to apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. This has led to a perception that IITs are more focused on producing academics than industry-ready professionals.
Another reason for the decline in the IIT brand is the changing demands of the industry. As technology and business practices evolve rapidly, employers are increasingly looking for graduates with diverse skill sets and experiences. While IITs have traditionally focused on producing graduates in the fields of engineering and technology, the industry now demands professionals with expertise in areas such as data analytics, design, and management.
Lastly, the mushrooming of IITs across the country has diluted the brand value of the institution. With the establishment of new IITs in recent years, the IIT brand has become more accessible and commonplace, leading to a perception that it is no longer exclusive or elite.
In conclusion, while the IITs remain a popular brand outside India, their reputation has been declining in recent years due to various factors such as poor quality graduates, changing demands of the industry, and dilution of the brand through the establishment of new IITs. Despite this, the IITs continue to be a highly respected and prestigious institution in India and around the world.
If you want to either choose between CSE or IT, then going for IIIT Vadodara will be a better option. IIIT Vadodara is a government-run institute, while MIT Manipal is a private university.
Here is a brief highlight of both of the institutes according to the 2020 placement reports.
Institute |
IIIT Vadodara |
MIT, Manipal |
Course Fees (1st year) |
1.8 Lakhs |
3.35 Lakhs |
No. of Recruiters |
30 |
292 |
Average CTC |
INR 13 LPA |
INR. 7.50 LPA |
Highest CTC |
INR 43.5 LPA |
INR. 43.31 LPA |
Top Recruiters |
Amazon, Mathworks, ICICI Bank, Innovaccer |
Accenture, Capgemini, Goldman Sachs, TCS |
So, overall, IIIT Vadodara will definitely be the better choice.
One of my cousins is a recent graduate from Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) and mentions that the department of Civil engineering is among the oldest departments of all. Here are some factors that you should know about it.
Institutes |
MIT Manipal |
UPES Dehradun |
Highest CTC |
INR. 12 LPA |
INR. 7 LPA |
Lowest CTC |
INR. 4 LPA |
INR. 1.5 LPA |
Top Recruiting Companies |
IBM, Deloitte, Accenture and Byju's |
L&T, Kalpataru and Texmaco |
Since there is not enough information about UPES Dehradun, you can always check the highlights, curriculum, faculty, and other factors on their main homepage. Regardless of it, you can enroll in MIT because there are several projects to take hold of as well.
SRM has been accredited 'A++' Grade by NAAC and is ranked 41st in India by NIRF whereas PDPU got an 'A' grade by NAAC and is graded Autonomy by UGC. It's ranked 177th in India by NIRF. On the other hand, IITRAM is graded Autonomy by UGC. It's ranked 201st in India by NIRF. Manipal has been accredited by NAAC with an 'A' grade and is ranked 45th in India by NIRF.
Admissions:
SRM
PDPU
IITRAM
Manipal
Placements:
SRM
PDPU
IITRAM
Manipal
Now the choice of selection depends entirely on you as per your requirements.
Manipal University has a great CSE branch. The department has excellent placement record. Companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, Cisco, HP, Goldman Sachs, etc. visit Manipal University placements. Almost 100% of students get placed from CSE branch. The average salary package offered for the students of this branch is around INR 8-10 LPA.
The Aerospace Engineering department MIT Chennai was the first to offer an undergraduate program in aerospace engineering in India. The department runs one full-time UG, three full-time postgraduates (PG) programs, and one part-time PG & research program in various Aerospace Engineering-related fields. The Manipal Institute of Technology is a constituent institution of the deemed Manipal Academy of Higher Education university. Research programs in the Manipal Institute of Technology are financially supported by DST, CSIR, AICTE, and the Ministry of Environmental Science. Manipal Institute of Technology was ranked 45 by NIRF 2020 in the Engineering category and is ranked 21 among Indian engineering colleges by India Today in 2020.
Admission process of MIT Chennai & Manipal Institute of Technology
For admission into B.E/B. Tech in MIT Chennai, students will have to obtain a minimum of 50% in 10+2 with PCM as compulsory subjects and must appear for the TANCET entrance test.
Students with 50% in B.E/B. Tech and having a relevant GATE score can apply for M.Tech programs, whereas admission to BTech and MCA programs of Manipal Institute of Technology is based on the MET exam.
Alumni
MIT Chennai:
One of the renowned alumni from MIT Chennai include Dr.A.P.J.Abdul.Kalam-Former President of India.
Other notable alumni include Dr.S.Sivan who is chairman at ISRO and Ram Narain Agarwal who is the Padma Bhusan Recipient and former Agni Program Director.
Manipal Institute of Technology:
Notable alumni of the Manipal Institute of Technology include Ishita Malaviya- India’s first pro surfer girl.
Other popular personalities include Satya Nadela who is the current CEO of Microsoft and Rajeev Suri who is CEO of Nokia.
Facilities:
MIT Chennai has a well-equipped library that harbors 82,923 volumes of books of choice in engineering and basic sciences subjects.
Manipal Institute of Technology has a three-story library that is completely air-conditioned and covers a total area of around 70,000 square feet.
Placement:
Tabulated below are the placement statistics of both the institutions:
Criteria |
Aerospace Engineering at MIT Madras |
Aerospace Engineering at Manipal Institute of Technology |
Visiting Companies |
Goldmann Sachs, HP, TCS, CTS, etc. |
Apollo Tyres, ABB, Cipla, Ashok Leyland, etc. |
Median Salary |
13.6 lakh |
6.5 lakh |
Aerospace Engineering at MIT Madras and Manipal Institute of Technology come with their own merits and demerits, with one better than the other in one or a few aspects. More than anything, a student must prioritize their choice of interest while scrutinizing between the two.
One of my friends is pursuing her 4th year in Mechanical Engineering from this college.
The table below shows a brief description of the institute:
Category |
Manipal Institute of Technology |
Total Fee Per Year |
3,60,000 |
Companies Visited |
Adani, Deloitte, SAP Labs, etc. |
Highest Package |
22.38 lakhs |
Hostel fee |
60,000 |
Following points are based on her experience in 3 years of engineering course at the institute:
Overall, Manipal does not fare well given their placement scenario is not up to the mark. But the college helps students in preparing for higher studies. This becomes a huge advantage for the students wanting to pursue higher education.