If you are considering pursuing a computer science engineering program, it would be suggested that you consider both BITS Pilani Goa Campus and NIT Warangal. Both colleges offer excellent CSE departments and have a great coding culture at BPGC.
NIT Warangal would be the better choice for you. This is because BITS has only three campuses in India (four if you count Dubai), while there is an NIT in every state, and admission to these colleges is governed by state quotas. As a result, BPGC has the potential to overtake every NIT, except for the top 5-7 colleges. Nonetheless, both BITS Goa and NIT Warangal are currently excellent options for pursuing CSE.
If cost is an important factor for you, NIT Warangal might be the more suitable option, as it provides relatively low-cost education. However, the decision of which college to choose ultimately depends on you, and you should take all relevant factors into account before making a decision.
A senior of mine studies in BITS Goa and has completed his first year. His journey has been full of ups and downs but it is totally worth it according to him. Here is his review of the institute.
Campus Life:
Campus life is great. The weather is always pleasant and great. There are lots of sightseeing places, with sea views and beaches. The infrastructure is very good. You can visit the city after 5 pm but need permission in case you want to stay overnight.
Academics:
There is no compulsion for any classes from the institute’s side but there are few teachers who have put a 10 or a 20 percent minimum criterion for evaluation. The teachers are experienced and well known in their respective fields. Also, BITS Goa has a great library and a well-equipped computer lab.
Extracurricular:
You will definitely enjoy studying at BITS Goa.
Here are some of the pros and cons of attending BITS Goa.
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BITS have a 0% attendance rule. It is a good rule and gives students the opportunity to explore their choices but it’s not without potential pitfalls. If you aren’t self-disciplined, you may end up getting bad grades.
Overall it is a good institute and you will enjoy your time there.
The INR 43.3 LPA package offered during BITS Goa placements in 2021 was consistent with the previous year. The number of students placed increased by 28% in comparison to 2020. Media reports indicate that Microsoft was the leading recruiter, offering the highest salary package of INR 43.3 LPA to seven students, while Google followed close behind, offering the second-highest package of INR 33.1 LPA to ten students. In total, 200 companies participated in the placement process, offering students various job roles, with consulting roles being in high demand. Additionally, recruiters provided job opportunities in emerging technologies such as cryptography and blockchain.
BITS Goa has a global alumni network, and its alumni work in diverse fields like Engineering, Research, Operations, and Education. A significant proportion of alumni, approximately 33%, work in the Engineering sector, while 20% and 14% are in Operations and Education, respectively.
According to some of my friends studying at BITS Goa, it is undeniably a very established institute to pursue Computer Science (CS). One of the main reasons is the faculty BITS Goa essentially involves. Under their supervision, you will be part of handling several projects in your course of study.
However, at times, it might get quite difficult securing certain individual projects under the guidance of professors due to a huge amount of competition.
Here is the latest placement report of BITS Goa,
Highest Salary Package | INR 25 LPA |
Average Salary Package | INR 12-16 LPA |
Top Recruiting Companies | BNY Mellon, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, ZS Associates, Microsoft, Ebay, Paypal, Tesco, KPMG, etc. |
On the flip side, you will indisputably acquire a good set of experience from both PS 1 and PS 2. The placement drive is usually very robust, since the institute is often visited by various top IT firms. However, since the competition is quite high, it might get slightly difficult. Although, it will be worth it nonetheless.
Well, assuming that your 1st preference is CS at Pilani. EEE at Pilani is arguably one of the most difficult branches out there. Based on the conversations I had with my friends from both the BITS campus, here is what I can tell you about the courses.
Parameters&n | BITS Goa | BITS Pilani |
Tuition Fee | 3.99 lakhs | 4.45 lakhs |
Placement Average | 94% | 95% |
Average CTC | INR 5 LPA | INR 18.05 LPA |
Highest CTC | INR 1.40 Cr | INR 45 LPA |
So, if you want an easy life, better go for CS in Goa. Otherwise, choose EEE at Pilani.
Some of my friends are students of BITS Goa and they were able to elaborate on the attendance scenario at the institute. It’s true that the attendance requirement at BITS is 0%. Now the average number attending classes depends on so many factors that it would be nearly impossible for any ordinary person to note down the statistics keeping in mind each and every factor.
First, let me tell you the factors that drive the students to attend or miss classes.
Having said all this, it is not really wise to depend on others to decide what should be done and whatnot. Instead of that, you must be the one to decide what is right for you and what not. You might attend all classes of course X and end up with a B or B- and attend 30–40% classes of course B and end up with A or A-. It’s all relative.
I’d say, don’t attend or miss a class blindly following the masses. Attend yourself, judge yourself and then decide for yourself.
BITS Goa is better than NIT K/W/T.
Particulars | Salary/ Statistics (2020) |
Average Package offered | INR 24.8 Lakhs per annum |
Highest Package offered | INR 43.3 Lakhs per annum |
Major recruiters | Amazon, Oyo, Synchrony |
Lastly, the choice is yours. You should do thorough research about all these institutions, and choose based on your interests.
This question sparks a debate among people. You might find some say that even biotechnology at NIT C is better than CSE at BITS Goa; all these are baseless claims. It is strongly suggested to look at the placement statistics before reaching a conclusion.
BITS Goa is way better than NIT Calicut. Forget biotechnology, even CSE at BITS Goa is better than CSE at NIT C.
Categories |
BITS Goa |
NIT Calicut |
Course Fee |
19.19 lakh |
5.42 lakh |
Placement Percentage |
90% |
89.72% |
Highest CTC |
19 LPA |
18-19 LPA |
Average CTC |
12-13 LPA |
15 LPA |
Recruiting Companies |
Intel, Qualcomm, Microsoft, Google, etc. |
Qualcomm Technologies, HCL, Accenture, Goldman Sachs etc. |
At NIT C, if you go for biotechnology, you will be placed through mass recruitment in companies like TCS, with a maximum salary of 3 lakhs. These companies have no connection with biotechnology. However, CSE at BITS, Goa can get you placed even at Google. This is definitely not a baseless claim, pre-placement offers and the number of GSOC selections are enough evidence for the same.
Comparing BITS Pilani and IIIT Hyderabad, BITS Pilani ≥ IIIT Hyderabad. The greater than symbol is only because of how old the institutes are. So finally this goes like BITS Goa ≥ IIIT Delhi ≥ BITS Hyderabad.
When it comes down to making a choice between institutes it is better to think point-wise before coming to a decision. Everyone wants a good institute to study in which has great academics and also has great placements along with extracurricular activities.
BITS Goa would be the better option here only if there’s no financial problem. NIT Rourkela is also one of the best NITs, but when it comes to CSE department BITS will take the lead here. BITS Pilani or the Goa campus would be more preferable over NIT Rourkela.
Categories | NIT Rourkela | BITS Goa | BITS Hyderabad |
Course Fee | 6.4 lakh | 19.19 lakh | 19.19 lakh |
Highest CTC | 20 LPA | 24 LPA | 25 LPA |
Average CTC | 12-13 LPA | 11 LPA | 12 LPA |
Recruiting Companies | Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Infosys, SAP Labs, etc. | Google, nVidia, DE Shaw, Arcesium, etc. | Qualcomm, Cisco, Oracle, Texas Instruments, etc. |
As of the current situation BITS, institutes have a high ranking place in our society with excellent academic records as well as placement stats. BITS Pilani is considered as an epitome of CSE engineering by most of the aspirants these days. Only the top 3 leading IIT’s are in comparison with BITS Pilani.