Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering) From IIT Indore, Indore

My friend was in a similar dilemma last year and chose DTU over IIT Patna. She considers new IITs overhyped and not at par with the IIT standards. Running after the IIT tag is not logical and you should look at the bigger picture. Anaise your career prospects and see if other options fit your prospects or not. 

DTU is a great option for CSE considering the excellent exposure and opportunities you will get in Delhi, the capital. The salary packages, the companies, and the profiles offered at DTU are similar to the new IITs if not better. 

To make things simpler, here are a few pros and cons of going for a new IIT instead of DTU

Pros:

• The most coveted IIT tag name, helps you get admission to foreign universities and also helps you in off-campus job hunt.
• IITs have better research opportunities 
• The academic structure and pedagogy are world-class at IITs

Cons:

• Being in Delhi will groom your overall personality in addition to excellent professional opportunities and exposure. 
• The new IITs fail to give a vibrant and dynamic college life and are still struggling with infrastructure and basics. DTU, being old, has a vibrant culture with all sorts of fests, cultural and tech activities.
• Delhi is the hub of coaching institutes for higher education. 
• DTU has a better brand name established by its successful alumni spread across the globe. 

Ultimately it’s your choice whether you want a better campus life or the IIT tag. 

My brother was in a similar dilemma last year when he had to choose between MnC IIT Guwahati and CSE IIT Indore. Eventually, he went for IIT Indore CSE. The main reason he decided against going for the MnC program was his lack of interest in Math. And when we talk about Math at IIT, trust me when I say it’s at another level. It’s purely proof-based and high-level Math that can be handled only by true Math lovers. The academic workload is also high with 60% Math and 40% CS courses.

Now, here are a few points that might convince you to join IIT Indore instead

• IIT Indore qualified for ACM-ICPC World Finals thrice. This in itself is quite an achievement considering this event's importance.
• As per HackerRank, IIT Indore is said to have the best coders in the whole country. Additionally, it’s at the 8th position globally for the best coders
• IIT Indore has an extensive alumni base who completed their Master's from top foreign universities like Stanford, Caltech, University of Columbia. Many talented alumni also increase the credibility of the institute by working at reputed firms like Google and Facebook.
• This year, the CS department recorded 100% placements with the highest and average packages standing at INR 48.5 LPA and INR 30.32 LPA respectively.

Overall, IIT Indore CSE is a much better choice than MnC IIT Guwahati considering the work of and job opportunities.

When faced with a similar situation different people make different choices. There is no right choice as it’s a matter of personal preference. IIT Indore CSE and BITS Pilani EEE are both lucrative options and thus only your personal choices can determine the right one. 

There are some who wish to grab the IIT tag and want to take CS because the branch is a major crowd-puller. While some want to experience the brand and prestige of the old BITS Pilani. 

I would suggest you go for IIT Indore as the small batch size has its own benefits and moreover, IIT Indore has been growing quickly and seems to give more promising results in the future. The small batch size gives the vibe of a small family and you will love the bond here. BITS Pilani on the other hand has its own aura with Meritocracy as the mantra but its high fees are a major issue. 

Both the institutes are equally good and choosing one of the other wouldn’t be a regretful decision.

An engineering aspirant has very limited knowledge of the branches because he/she is just a 12th pass out. So the best way is to 

• Analyze your interests
• Go through the courses covered in both the branches
• Determine the scope of your career for both the streams

After this, you will not be certain but will have a vague idea of your inclination.

As far as Electrical at new IITs is concerned, you will never be disappointed as you will be getting it all at once, a good core branch, great exposure, top-notch infrastructure and facilities, and excellent opportunities. But if you are certain of your interest in programming, new IITs like IIT Hyderabad and IIT Indore are decent choices. 

IIT Indore CSE seems a promising option for you especially because of its rapid growth in coding culture over the past few years. The institute has made its name on the global map and has given birth to many successful coders. The seniors here assist you with programming. The overall IIT Indore ambiance is conducive to a good programming experience and will help you develop skills faster. 

Ultimately it’s best to consult your teachers and students who have completed the program recently and then make the final decision. 

Both institutes are highly acclaimed in the field of computer engineering. If you have the option to choose, then select IIT Indore for CSE without any hesitation. IIT Indore is known for its placement support, campus facilities, extra-curricular activities, college events, and, last but not least, excellent academics.

 Ranking of IIT Indore

You can opt for IIT Indore for CSE.