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How good is the Mechanical Dept. at Haldia Institute of Technology?
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Haldia Institute of Technology has established a nice reputation for itself over the past few years.
- The professors and other members of the faculty for the mechanical engineering department are experienced.
- The department also has good facilities for the laboratories.
- The teaching methodologies are considered to be above average by a majority of students enrolled in mechanical engineering courses.
- The only shortcoming of Mechanical Engineering at Haldia is on-campus placement drives. Very few core companies visit the campus to recruit students almost every year.
- In case you want to be recruited by a reputed core company after graduation then you must maintain a good academic record from the first semester itself.
Following table is a brief description of the course:
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering at Haldia Institute of Technology |
| Course Fee | 3.95 lakh |
| Highest CTC | 6 LPA |
| Average CTC | 3.2 LPA |
| Recruiting Companies | Cognizant, Haldia Petrochemicals, Bengal Energy Limited, Bengal Tools, etc. |
Some rules for the recruitment drives have been established according to which only the top students based on their CGPA score would be eligible to appear for the selection rounds of core companies. These rules to shortlist the top candidates are usually set up by the corporations visiting the campus for recruitment of students. The options for off-campus recruitment would always be available for you. You can always prepare and apply for job roles via off-campus recruitment of core companies.
Which is a better option: IIT Guwahati CSE, IIT BHU CSE, IIT Bombay mech or IIT Kharagpur electrical and electronics communication?
- College wise - IIT Bombay > IIT Kharagpur > IIT Guwahati > IIT BHU
- Branch wise - CSE > ECE ~ Mechanical
However, this is simply a popular trend, and you don't have to follow it. It is best to make a decision based on your individual preferences.
Doing something that interests you is considerably superior in the long run to doing something you dislike solely for money since, after a few years, money no longer motivates you.
Here are some information to make your decision easier:-
- The placement scenario for ECE in IIT Kharagpur is good and stands next to the CS department in the table.
- Though ECE is the largest department when compared with others it still maintains its record well in placements.
- The NIRF Ranking of IIT Bombay is 3rd, IIT Kharagpur is 6th, IIT Guwahati is 7th and IIT BHU is 15th.
- The Average placement at IIT Bombay Mechanical is 21.82 LPA with IIT Kanpur ECE is 26.27 LPA, IIT Guwahati CSE is 25 LPA and IIT BHU CSE is 22.7 LPA
- More than 250 companies visited the IIT Kanpur campus in 2024.
What things should I do in order to get into IIM Ahmedabad? I am a second-year mechanical engineering student, scored 96.4% in 10th and 75% in 12th.
Unfortunately, you can’t get into IIM Ahmedabad as they look for students with an exceptional academic record.
If you belong to the general category, your 12th score is insufficient to get you an interview call. A general engineering male student with less than 90 percent in 12th will have to get 100 percentile in CAT to even expect a call from IIM Ahmedabad.
Good MBA colleges like IIMC and FMS do not heavily rely on the 12th scores. But even IIMC requires an 80 percentile in 12th, or else, at least 99.99 percentile in CAT. A friend of mine scored 72% in his 12th, and a 99.98 percentile in his CAT. But he didn’t receive an interview call simply because of his 12th score.
The competition is especially harsh for engineers as IIM Ahmedabad tries to intake students from diverse educational backgrounds.
Do not be disheartened and research the requirements of other top Business Schools for your MBA.
How good is Heritage Institute of technology in mechanical department?
It's distinctly average. When it comes to placement in core branches (civil, mechanical, and electrical), the majority of its students are placed in IT companies, with only a few placed in core companies. It's not because of the college, but because of the caliber of the students. To get a job in a core company, you have to work extremely hard from the first day of college. You must be well-versed in your subjects. You won't find all of the faculties beneficial, though some of them are. However, regardless of the circumstances, you must comprehend all concepts and apply them in real life with the assistance of a teacher or on your own. Every year, many core companies visit campus and offer higher salaries than IT companies.
So you must study in order to pass their interviews. To advance in your career, you must pass exams such as GATE or IES. And keep in mind that this is the case in almost every college in India. Heritage is no exception.
How good is the Mechanical Department at IIT Gandhinagar in terms of infrastructure, faculty and placements?
IIT Gandhinagar Mechanical Department is considered to be one of the top Mechanical Engineering departments in India, with a strong focus on undergraduate and graduate education.
Infrastructure
- The department is known to have top-notch laboratories and research facilities.
- The campus is huge with many breathtaking views. The accommodation facilities are also great and the entire campus is wifi-enabled.
- The food served is good and hygienic and a sports facility is on the way.
Faculty
- IIT Gandhinagar has a dedicated faculty pool with highly qualified professors who are experts in their respective fields.
- The curriculum is light and at par with industry standards.
- The curriculum is flexible so students can take electives of their choice.
Placements
- The mechanical department is well-known for its strong placement record, with many students going on to work at top companies and research institutions.
- The placements however are not at par with other top institutes and IITs.
- The department is slowly witnessing huge companies like Google, Swiggy, and Paytm lying visits for placements.
- Many IT and Finance companies also recruit students from this branch.
The placement scenario of the mechanical branch at IIT Gandhinagar is tabulated below
|
Students registered |
33 |
|
Students placed |
29 |
|
Placement percentage |
87.88% |
|
Median Salary |
INR 14.17 LPA |
|
Average Salary |
INR 14.49 LPA |
Overall, the Mechanical Department at IIT Gandhinagar is a great choice for those interested in pursuing a career in mechanical engineering.
What is the scope of Mechanical Engineering in Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai?
One of my close friends attends Thisgarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, and here is her insight into the Mechanical Engineering branch.
- Despite the college being government-aided, the faculty is stellar with really good experience. All of them either have a Ph.D. or are pursuing one.
- The department has also collaborated with TVS and the courses are now being restructured as per industry requirements. TVS starts monitoring students in the first year so that by the 4th year, they are ready to work there.
- The labs are also fully well equipped with instruments like UTM, injection molding machines, and CNCs.
- The alumni network is also quite strong. There are frequent get-togethers and meetings held at the department.
- The teachers are also well renowned nationally in their fields of work. You will also receive support for higher education from the college for pursuing MS, ME, Ph.D., MBA, etc.
- Despite the geographical drawbacks, the college has many top companies visiting for placements. But, due to the lack of mechanical industries around the college, securing an internship or work experience may prove to be difficult for you.
- The courses offered might be a little restricted. Due to this, it might prove a little hard for you to secure a specialization in a specific field.
- There are also only 120 students per batch of mechanical engineering admitted to the college. Because of this, it is quite tough to find like-minded people who share your interests and would like to work with you.
Thus, despite being a good college, every place has its pros and cons. In the end, it boils down to your interests and if the course curriculum fits your requirements.
Should one take mechanical in NIT Trichy or CSE in BITS Pilani main campus?
Both NIT Trichy and BITs Pilani are prestigious institutes offering high-quality engineering education. Moreover, CSE and ME are equally good with different opportunities and prospects. So the choice between BITS Pilani CSE and NIT Trichy Mechanical depends on what your preferences and career prospects are.
BITS Pilani CSE is a great option if
- You want to join a top private organization like Google, Facebook, Quora, Amazon, Microsoft, etc
- Your primary goal is getting high packages even at the cost of extreme work conditions and workload
- If you have a strong passion for coding
- If you have no financial constraints and can afford the high BITS Pilani fees.
However, NIT Trichy Mechanical is a good option if
- You are looking for a stable Government job through UPSC Engineering Services Examination
- You want to go for PSUs such as IOCL, ONGC, NTPC, etc through GATE
- If you are a research enthusiast and want to work in a research-oriented government job as a Scientist or Engineer in organizations like RDO, ISRO, BARC, etc
- If money is your secondary preference and you primarily focus on attaining a better work-life balance.
- If you have financial issues and BITS Pilani fees are out of your budget.
Ultimately, it’s you who can decide the right college and stream for yourself. Just remember that these are just stepping stones to success and it’s you who has to work hard to become successful.
Can BITS Pilani be preferred over IIT BHU for mechanical or electronics engineering?
IIT BHU and BITS Pilani are two highly reputed institutes for engineering studies in India. IIT BHU would be a better option over BITS Pilani because of these reasons:
- Brand Value: IIT BHU carries the prestigious “IIT'' tag which holds more brand value than the “BITS Pilani'' tag. This will become important to you when applying to foreign universities for your higher education.
- Fees: As a government institution, the fees of IIT BHU is much more affordable as compared to BITS Pilani. This in turn, gives IIT BHU a higher ROI (Return on Investment), as IIT BHU offers even better placements than BITS Pilani.
Here are the important comparisons between IIT BHU and BITS Pilani:
|
Particulars |
IIT BHU |
BITS PILANI |
|
Establishment Year |
1919 |
1926 |
|
NIRF Engineering Ranking |
15 |
25 |
|
Tuition Fee |
*INR 1 lakh per semester |
INR 2.60 lakh per semester |
|
Highest package (2023) |
|
|
|
Average package (2023) |
|
INR 30.37 LPA (Overall) [ CTC Range: INR 14-30 LPA (Electronics) INR 9-18 LPA (Core) ] |
|
Recruiters on Campus |
Acc cement, Accenture, Accolite, Adani, Aditya Birla, Aditya Birla chemical, Adobe, etc. |
BSCPL Infra, Grand View Research, McAfee, Greenko Group, McKinsey & Co, CA Technologies, Grey Orange, etc. |
*(for SC/ST/PwD students, and others with family income <= 1 LPA, the tuition fee is 0. The tuition is exempted by 2/3rd for students with family income <=5 lakh and > 1 lakh).
IIT BHU is much more cost-effective than BITS Pilani, and has better placements as well. It also delivers the much renowned ‘IITian’ tag to its students.
Because of all these reasons, I would recommend you choose IIT BHU over BITS Pilani for your Mechanical/Electronics Engineering.
Is IIT Gandhinagar better than BITS-Pilani for Mechanical Engineering?
Yes, it was confusing once, two years ago and now I can happily confess that I do not regret choosing IIT Gandhinagar over BITS-Pilani. Since I also have friends in both the colleges, I can provide a detailed overview of the good and bad aspects of the colleges.
Also, information on BITS might be limited due to it will depend mostly on other people’s experiences, but the answer will talk about the good and bad side of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Gandhinagar.
Following are the merits of IIT Gandhinagar:
- Limited batch- The class consists of 30 students. This makes the interaction simple and competition healthy. The classes are interesting and interactive. And BITS here, has a classroom filled with 100 students.
- Friendly professors- All the professors are cooperative. They will always be present to help you.
- Constant branch parties/meetings- The Mechanical Branch will always witness regular meetings wherein the latest course will be the topic of discussion and how things can be done to modify it and gather suggestions accordingly. These meetings include Mechanical Engineering students (no freshers) and professors.
- New course- In case 10 others from your branch decide to go for an entirely new course which isn't taught in the department- you can always consult the professors and if they can teach that, your will certainly be granted.
- Lab facilities- Your lab experiences would be such that you'd work under time-limits. Objectives that will be given to you would have to be completed under a time-limit present along with it.
- Inter-disciplinary ideas- Unlike the rest of the colleges, IIT Gandhinagar has neighbours who are from a background of MSE and CSE. While sharing ideas, you get to learn much more than you can imagine.
One thing that students could miss at IIT Gandhinagar is the cultural fests and events. They don't have grand cultural fests of their own. This privilege was taken away by the seniors, which we were trying to rectify. But gratefully, we already have enough, so, that doesn't make us expect too much of these grand fests for ourselves.
How is mechanical Engineering in NIT Raipur?
NIT Raipur offers a great Mechanical Engineering program. The department has a dedicated faculty pool. Professors are well-experienced in their field. Placements are good for Mechanical. The average package received by the students is around INR 7-8 LPA. Companies such as Deloitte, L&T, Hero MotoCorp, etc. take part in the NIT Raipur placements. Many students also get recruited by non-core companies. The department has many clubs such as SAE group and Robotics club.
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