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Which one should I chose: a CS at the IIT Mandi or a CS at the IIITH?
Choosing a college and a program can be a difficult decision. Both IIT Mandi and IIIT Hyderabad have strong computer science programs. However, there are a few key differences that you may want to consider when making your decision.
- IIT Mandi is a public engineering institution located in Himachal Pradesh, India whereas IIT Hyderabad is a private research university located in Telangana, India.
- IIT Mandi was established in 2009 and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various engineering disciplines, including computer science whereas IIT Hyderabad was established in 1998 and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various areas of computer science and engineering.
No matter how many people tell you that the IIT tag does not matter, don’t believe them. In reality, the IIT tag does carry a certain weight. Additionally, IIT Mandi has managed to make its own good name through constant improvement.
- The campus is located in a beautiful and serene environment,
- IIT Mandi Institute is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation.
- The CS department of IIT Mandi has a great faculty pool.
- The placements of the CS department are very promising and it is the highest recruiting branch of the institute.
- The only drawback is that IIT Mandi infrastructure and urban life are not at par with other IITs.
Here is a general comparison of placement statics of both the institutes'
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Particulars |
IIT Mandi placements |
IIIT Hyderabad placements |
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Highest CTC |
INR 60 LPA |
INR 74 LPA |
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Average CTC |
INR 25.23 LPA |
INR 32 LPA |
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Top Recruiters |
Flipkart, 1mg, Microsoft, Uber, Amazon, Walmart |
Bloomberg, Code Nation, Deloitte, Facebook, Google, HSBC, Indeed |
Is the MS good in IIT Mandi?
Rather than talking about MS generally, let's break down the answer into branch-wise IIT Mandi MS programs.
IIT Mandi MS in CS
- This program is great Anne the majority of the batch either gets placed in good companies or converts their degree to a Ph.D. MS takes 2.5 - 3 years.
- IIT mandi provides all the prerequisites of MS in CS like a Laptop, a good adviser, and helpful colleagues.
IIT Mandi MS in Electrical Engineering
- The program is not very good with core companies seeking only B.Tech students and the number of visiting companies is also less.
- PSUs don’t allow MS/MTech students.
- Lab facility is poor
- M.Tech. in power electronics is way better than MS. Because
IIT Mandi MS in Electronics and Communication
- This branch too is pathetic with a poor placement scenario.
- The poor placements stem from the fact that IIT Mandi does not offer under-graduation in Electronics.
IIT Mandi MS in Mechanical, Thermal, Design, and Material Science Engineering
- All these branches are good options if you are planning to go for a Ph.D. Most MS scholars from the school of engineering, after passing out, opted for Ph.D. either abroad, or at older IITs.
Ultimately, MS in IIT Mandi is not a good choice if you are willing to get placed after your Masters. However, for educational and research purposes the program will serve you well.
What does one require to bring with him in IIT Mandi in the first year?
As you may already know that IIT Mandi has two hostels for girls and five for boys. The hostels are good as far as food, basic amenities, and accessibility to important places nearby are concerned. You can apply for a single room or share some on a double or triple occupancy basis.
My friend compiled this list when he joined IIT Mandi, you may find it helpful:
- The items listed here are very easily available in the campus or city- toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, soap container, water bottle, pen drive, scissors, stapler and pens, paper soap, flip flops, registers, pens, washing powder, shampoo, shaving kit, oil, comb, creams and moisturizers, deodorants, wristwatch, etc.
- So if you have a bucket, pillow, mattress, and mug at your home, then you can surely bring them along, but if you are not comfortable carrying these along then these are easily available in the city here.
- Now here is a list of items you will have to bring along with you because they will not be available near the campus or the city- documents like pan card, driving license, etc and photocopies, cloth, file, lock and keys, scientific calculator, bags, umbrella, toolkit, and mobile charger.
As for laptops, CS students should definitely bring their laptops. The campus has a stationery shop that sells pen drives, sheets, registers, and all the useful paraphernalia. So I don't think that'd be an issue. Carefully select items needed.
Which companies visit IIT Mandi?
IIT Mandi Placements 2023 have been wrapped up with 249 offers from 88 participating recruiters. Students received 90 International offers and 70 pre-placement offers. IIT Mandi's highest package stood at INR 60 LPA & IIT Mandi's average package stood at INR 25.23 LPA.
IIT Mandi Placements 2022 Top Recruiters|
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Microsoft |
Samsung Bangalore |
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Adobe |
Walmart |
Paytm |
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Amazon |
Indeed |
Cashfree |
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Flipkart |
Mindtickle |
Texas Instruments |
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Nvidia |
Qualcomm |
Ceremorphic |
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L&T |
Addverb |
ZS |
What is the internet speed at the IIT Mandi's hostel?
IIT Mandi hostel offers free Wi-Fi to students with high internet speeds of around 100 Mbps. Students can get access to Wi-Fi without any limits. Earlier, the speed of the internet in the hostel was an issue for the students. But now, with the advancement of technology, everything has become easier. Hostels at IIT Mandi are well-updated in terms of technology.
What is it like to do an MS in IIT, Mandi?
To be very honest, doing MS from IIT Mandi is not a great decision. It completely depends on the branch that you choose. Suppose you choose Computer Science (Image Processing and Communication), then you may get better results with respect to placements. If you choose to pursue MS in Electrical: Control, Power Drives, Sensors, etc., then the chances of placement are very minimal. For the other branches like Thermal, Design, and Material, etc., the only option you will have is going for a doctorate.
Although, if you have set your mind that you will go for a doctorate program after MS, then IIT Mandi is a good option because the tag of IIT will definitely help you in the future. But in case you are hopeful of getting placed after completing MS from IIT Mandi, then you are at the wrong place. Choosing one of the old NITs will help you more.
Which one should I choose, CSE in the MNNIT Allahabad or mechanics in the IIT Mandi? Why?
Both CSE at MNNIT and Mechanics at Mechanics IIT Mandi is highly esteemed programs. The choice of the institute depends on your personal interests and career prospects. The branch you choose is more crucial than the institute from which you pursue it. So make sure your passion is the driving factor in choosing your branch.
If you have an interest in either CS or Mechanics go for them respectively. When you pursue a stream of your choice, the chances of you becoming successful increase as you are motivated for a long time. But if you are not certain about your inclination, then my suggestion is CSE at MNNIT. CS program is well-regarded and is one of the highest-placed branches in MNNIT.
Personally, I would never recommend anyone to go for IIT Mandi as it is a relatively newer college than MNNIT because of which it lacks in terms of alumni and industrial ties. Additionally, the faculty of IIT Mandi is not at par with old colleges. The only reason one can join IIT Mandi is when they are adamant about the IIT tag. Else, MNIT CS will not disappoint you.
Ultimately, it is important to research both programs and consider factors such as location, campus culture, course offerings, and job prospects before making a decision.
What is the current status of the IIT Mandi campus, hostels and facilities?
IIT Mandi campus is situated in Kamand village which is 15 km from MANDI town. There is an institute bus facility available from Mandi to IIT. The North and South campuses are separated by a mountain. While the South campus has been developed completely, the North campus is still under the construction phase.
The 1st and 2nd-year students reside in the South campus, while the 3rd and 4th-year students reside in the North campus. The South campus has all types of sports facilities like a cricket ground, football ground, basketball court, volleyball court, badminton court, etc. The North campus has a swimming pool facility.
The hostels are well facilitated with amenities like washing machines, microwaves, iron, refrigerator, water purifiers cum water coolers, etc. The hostel buildings are built with superior quality material which keeps the temperature good enough during winters.
The food served in the mess is better than the food which is given in PG’s. The food is worth the mess expense. Additionally, the serene beauty of the campus makes it a more joyful experience.
How is IIT Mandi for an M.Tech in the electrical department?
IIT Mandi is a reputed institute for engineering education in India and is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation. The electrical department at IIT Mandi offers an M.Tech program with a focus on electrical engineering, power systems, and renewable energy. The program is well-regarded by the industry and academia. The students of this department are provided with ample opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects.
Masters from any IIT will have equal worth all you need to do is make the most out of your degree. I know a friend who completed his master's from IIT Mandi in signal processing. He availed all the opportunities offered and invested maximum time and effort. Today he is pursuing his Ph.D. from the University of Texas Dallas and is also a Research Assistant at UT Southwestern.
Overall, IIT Mandi is a great choice for anyone interested in pursuing an M.Tech in electrical engineering.
How is it possible that the average package in IIT Mandi is more than IIT Guwahati?
I would like to point out that the average package depends on the department and not the whole institution. So, yes some departments in IIT mandi are performing better than IIT Guwahati hence resulting in higher packages.
- IIT Mnadi was established in 2009 as one of the eight new IITs.
- It has many popular programs like B.tech, M.tech, etc.
- The average tuition for B.Tech is INR 8 Lakhs.
- The average package in 2023 from IIT Mnadi was INR 25.23 LPA and the highest package was INR 60 LPA.
- Some top recruiters include TCS, ICICI Bank, Microsoft, Infosys, etc
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