When preparing for an interview at XIMB, it is important to focus on a few key things to help you perform your best. Firstly, it is important to thoroughly revise your undergraduate subjects as this can make up a significant portion of the interview. Ensure that you have a good grasp of the technical aspects of your course and can discuss it confidently.

In addition, it is important to have a good understanding of general knowledge, including current affairs. You don't need to know everything, but having a basic understanding of what is happening in the world can be useful. Furthermore, having an opinion about current events can be even more important than your knowledge of them.

Some XIMB interviews may also include philosophical questions, so it is helpful to have a philosophical bent of mind and be able to think critically about abstract concepts. This can help you to demonstrate your ability to think deeply and creatively.

During the interview, it is important to present yourself confidently, even if you don't know the answer to a question. Be positive, as this can help you to build a good rapport with the interviewer. Remember that it's not just about what you know, but also how you present yourself and how well you can convince the interviewer of your suitability for the program.

In general, when preparing for any business school interview, it's important to have a good understanding of your domain knowledge and to keep up-to-date with daily news, particularly as it relates to business. Be prepared to discuss your work projects and know yourself well, as this will help you to answer questions confidently and authentically.

Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering is a decent college in terms of faculty and placements. Professors are helpful and well-experienced. Each year around 90%-95% of students get placed through BVUCOE Pune campus placements. The salary packages offered are in the range of INR 2.5 LPA - 11 LPA. The recruiters' list includes names such as TCS, L&T, Jindal Steel, Voltas, etc. 

CUSAT is a decent institute, which is quite famous across the country. My sister has studied there and the following are some major key highlights of CUSAT as per her experience:

• There is a 50:50 gender ratio in CUSAT. This makes it evident that CUSAT is popular in both North and South India, and not just in Kerala.
• It is a good institute and has two campuses. The first campus is in Cochin, known as SOE, and the other in Alleppey, known as CUCEK.
• The placements in both the campus of CUSAT are almost the same. There are some misconceptions in the minds of people that the campus in Alleppey is somewhat inferior in placement and other facilities. But, the truth is that students from both campuses get more or less equal opportunities.

• There are some concerns about placement among the freshers in CUSAT. For getting a decent job, students need to study during their entire course, and clear all backlogs, if any, before their placement.
• For students from North India, it is a little difficult to stay in Kerala. But, there are dedicated North Indian hostels for such students where they get the atmosphere and food they want.

Therefore, CUSAT is a decent option for students in engineering and computer application.

After a critical analysis of Sona College of Technology, my cousin analyzed the pattern followed by the engineering colleges all over India.

Here is what she has to say about her experience from her time as a student of that college:

• It is a private college and she strongly advises looking for other, better options.
• The faculty is inexperienced and the faculty is not in touch with what they are imparting.
• This college is not the right place for foreign students. The students come through counseling and most of them have never heard about IITs or the AIEEE and/or JEE exams. Their IQ is low.
• The college system is absolutely horrible. They do not care about your interests or goals.
• If you are a foreign student, then go for NITs and/or II(I)Ts. Or you can opt for studying in some country or stay back in your native country.
• Most of the teaching staff as well the non-teaching staff verbally abuses the students and more often than not in public.

Despite the college having a good reputation when it comes to providing opportunities, there are a lot of drawbacks.

The faculty demands to be ‘respected’. Some of the teachers pry into the personal lives of their students and use that against them. The staff uses unfair scrutiny while signing records and attendances. They unfairly judge the students and belittle them thus, denting their self-esteem. Partiality is rampant in this institute. No wonder my acquaintance had such a traumatic experience in college.