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Which is more reputed among US universities IISc Bangalore or IITs?
My brother is an IIT B alumnus and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. from Cornell. He told me that on numerous occasions international researchers, professors, and students have expressed in front of him respect for the sharp-mindedness and prolificacy of the IIT alumni. Many scholars at Cornell consider the IITs as institutions for only the sharpest minds. Many international researchers and students know only about IITs and may mistake an IISc Bangalore alumnus for an IITian.
Now the main point is if you have the right research background, a good GPA, and exceptional letters of recommendation, it makes no difference whether you are an IITian or from IISc Bangalore. The admission committee at international universities is well aware that IISc is a top-ranked Indian institution and in many areas, ranks above the top IITs.
My brother feels that IISc could have been a better choice for him due to his inclination toward Physical Sciences. The IISc provides a great environment for research and the students there are enthusiastic about research and learning. However, as he did not go to IISc, he does not know about the ground reality.
Ultimately, whether you go to the IITs or IISc Bangalore in no way affects your admission prospects in an international institution.
.What are some interesting facts about IISC Bangalore?
IISc Bangalore is a top Indian institution. Here are some interesting facts about it-
- CV Raman was the first Indian director of IISc Bangalore (1933-1937).
- It is spread across 428 acres of land.
- IISc Bangalore is ranked 1 in the NIRF 2023 India Rankings for Research. It is also ranked 1 in the NIRF 2023 Indian University Rankings.
- Locals know IISc as the Tata Institute.
- IISc also has a Management Department where Master’s and Ph.D. in Management are offered.
- It is the only Indian institution to have a strategic alliance with Boeing.
- Girls can enter the Boys' Hostel but not the other way around.
- IISc Bangalore is 114 years old.
Thus, IISc is a prestigious institution that will offer you all the opportunities as a student and as a researcher.
What should I know about MTech life at IISc, Bangalore?
The life of an MTech student at IISc is pretty busy and challenging. Students are given broad exposure to a wide variety of disciplines. The coursework is rigorous and helps you become proficient in a particular discipline through thesis research. My sister completed her ME in Microelectronic Systems from IISc last year and shared her experience of the same.
The first semester was very challenging and tiring as she had to complete 36 credits in all. She was advised to complete 5 credits in the first semester which wasn’t easy as most courses have assignments and projects.
The curriculum at IISc is flexible and students are given freedom in course choice. So apart from the core courses, students can take courses from any department be it Genetics, Molecular Biology, or Physics.
The students are assigned research advisors by the end of the first semester so they have to get in the good books of the faculty members they wish to work under.
The campus is serene with the best amenities one could ask for. The sports facilities are also great including TT, Soccer, Cricket, Hockey, Swimming, etc. The food served is of good quality and midnight cravings are catered to by coffee shops and fresh fruit juice stalls operate really late into the night to serve the late-night cravings of the graduate students.
Her overall experience as an MTech student at IISc Bangalore was challenging and rewarding at the same time.
Who are some of the most famous IISc Bangalore alumni?
No Indian institute can be compared to IISc in terms of research in Physics, Mathematics, Aerospace, Materials Science, and Biological and Chemical Sciences. It has, as a result, produced a number of notable alumni. Some of the most famous include:
- Sunil Kumar, the Dean of The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
- Umeshwar Dayal, the director of the HP Labs Information Analytics Lab
- Shamkant Navathe, the co-author of the famous Elmasri-Navathe book on databases.
- C Pandu Rangan well-known for Cryptography
- Sargur N. Srihari well-recognized for pattern recognition
- Narendra Ahuja Computer Vision and Robotics Laboratory, Beckman Institute, UIUC
- Ram Akella, known for Data Mining, and e-commerce
- B.L.Deekshatulu, famous for his work in neural nets and AI
- Professor Raj Jain, the author of the famous book ''' Art of Computer Systems Performance Analysis''
It’s important to note that this list is not exhaustive and these are just a few examples of the many accomplished alumni from IISc Bangalore.
Is IISC Bangalore really becoming popular day by day? What does it deserve?
Yes, it’s certainly true that IISc Bangalore is just getting better day by day. In fact, its current rankings have a lot to say about its fast-paced development.
- IISc Bangalore Overall ranking by NIRF is 1 out of 200 colleges in India in 2023
- IISc Bangalore Overall ranking by Outlook is 2 out of 15 colleges in India in 2022
- IISc Bangalore Overall ranking by Times Higher Education is 251 out of 1799 colleges in International in 2023
- IISc Bangalore Overall ranking by QS World University is 155 out of 1400 colleges in International in 2023
These excellent rankings are a testament to IISc gaining popularity. Being the pioneer of education it is, it’s hard to get admission here both at UG and PG levels. IISc has a thorough screening process followed by an interactive PI session.
IISc definitely deserves all the fame it receives. It was directed by none other than C V Raman, C N R Rao, Satish Dhawan, and others who were pioneers of Science in India and have produced innumerable notable alumni.
How difficult is it to get a PhD from IISc Bangalore?
Well, getting a Ph.D. from IISc is indeed difficult. In my opinion, the true meaning of a Ph.D. is investing your entire efforts, time, and knowledge in one specific region. In India though, Ph.D. is just considered a degree one can achieve by publishing some paper in some conference or journal. The quality of these papers is poor and substandard bringing down the sort of the degree.
However, IISc being a prestigious institute has managed to maintain the dignity and credibility of the degree so far. You need to prepare yourself for committing to hard work and high-level dedication. Know that your next 5-6 years will be spent proving and disproving every hypothesis possible and conducting infinite experiments.
As a Ph.D. student, you will be publishing a few journals in top international forums and also writing your own thesis, which will culminate your entire work and present it before other researchers and professors of the institute. You will then be assessed thoroughly. Only after proving your point strongly and convincing them will you be able to get the degree.
During this whole time, you will face many struggles dealing with your PI and securing funds for your research work. But trust me the result will be worth the effort!
How many students are expected to write the KVPY exam to get into IISC Bangalore?
Firstly, KVPY is not the entrance exam of IISc Bangalore but a scholarship examination for students. IISc Bangalore itself does not have any admission test and admissions are given to top rankers in entrance exams like KVPY, JEE, and NEET. So everyone getting a KVPY scholarship is not offered admission to IISc.
One of my friends gave the KVPY exam in 2013–14 for the SA stream. In her selection letter, it was mentioned that 1,05,000 had written the KVPY exam for all streams. Today, it has gained more fame so the figures are expected to be at 1,20,000 and 1,50,000.
However, I don’t think you should be worrying about that yet because the selections are not limited to a specific number and keep increasing with the increase in those appearing for the exam. So, everyone who deserves this scholarship does get it.
What was your first classroom experience at IISC Bangalore like?
We got to sit in our classroom even before our first lecture day. During our counseling, we had an interaction with our seniors in the classroom itself.
On our second day at IISc Bangalore, we had a small discussion with the UG Deans, and then with the lab instructors.
On the first teaching day, close to 100 students were present in the Main Lecture Hall. It can occupy around 200 students and is air-conditioned. Our teacher made each of us introduce ourselves. She started the lecture with basic concepts.
The thought of studying with the brightest minds in India delighted me and my first day of attending classes at IISc Bangalore went well.
What are placement opportunities for students pursuing an M.Tech in mechanical engineering from IISC, Bangalore?
Well honestly, once you are in the grasp of the IISc magic, you will forget about placements, and your hunger for higher studies and research will grow instead. The intense workload and the dynamic research environment will bring you close to some of the geniuses who may be pursuing a Ph.D., UG, or master's. Interacting with them will make you realize that higher studies are a better option. Some who go for jobs anyway, come back to get a PhD sometime later. This is what the IISc effect is after all.
As for the IISC placements for MTech Mechanical Engineering, students receive a minimum of 8 LPA packages with no limit on top packages varying from 15-25 LPA CTC. The major recruiters include companies like TATA motors, TATA steel, TCS research, Mahindra motors, Philips, Airbus, General Electric, Rolls Royce, TATA advanced system, PTC, L&T, and other design, manufacturing, and petroleum companies. The best part is that students of this branch can sit for placements in companies of Aerospace, Civil, Chemical, and Material Engineering as well.
In all placements at IISc won't be an issue for either branch yet I will say again, judging a research-oriented institute like IISc on the basis of placements is not justified.
Are jobs in IISc Bangalore,IITs and IIMs government jobs or private?
Jobs in IISc Bangalore, IITs, and IIMs are considered government jobs in India. These institutions are all funded by the government of India and operate under the Ministry of Education. The faculty and staff are considered government employees and are subject to the rules and regulations that apply to all government employees.
The recruitment process for faculty and staff positions in these institutions is usually through a competitive selection process that includes a written test, a personal interview, and other selection criteria, as determined by the respective institutions. The salaries and other benefits for faculty and staff in these institutions are also determined by the government of India, based on the recommendations of the Pay Commission.
Therefore, jobs in IISc Bangalore, IITs, and IIMs are considered to be prestigious and highly sought after in India, as they provide job security, a good salary, and other benefits associated with government jobs
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