Likes
- IIT Mandi is quite remote, but it uses this fact to its advantage. The calm you have around helps you to be more enrossed in your work. It is not just a college to the residents of the area, it is thier source of income. They simply love us and knowi
- ng that you are a major part of their community makes you stay here.Unlike what most people think that we scarcity of resources due to remote location, we have not. There is a school in campus itself. Anything can be brought here in a relatively
Dislikes
- A *developing* infrastructure, which cannot be compared to the present facilities at the old IITs. IIT Mandi is 15 kms away from the main Mandi city, so you get that Dominoz, and partying, and all that stuff at a stake of travelling 45minutes on bus
- (IIT has its own buses running every hour between Mandi and the Campus). So if you are too much into city life and stuff then you may not like IIT Mandi. The inter-college fests they organize are less attractive than the big colleges however you get
Course Curriculum Overview :
Curriculum InfluencesInnovative Course Structure: The curriculum is designed to integrate technical education with humanities and social sciences, ensuring a well-rounded education. Entrepreneurship Focus: The presence of the IIT Mandi Catalyst, a technology business incubator, encourages students to develop entrepreneurial skills alongside their technical education. Broader Elective Options: Some students feel that offering a wider range of elective courses would allow for more personalized and diverse learning experiences. Enhanced Practical Exposure: Increasing the number of industry visits, internships, and practical workshops could further bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications Faculty Training: While the faculty is highly qualified, regular professional development and training sessions could help them stay updated with the latest teaching methodologies and technological advancements
Loan/ Scholarship Provisions :
For undergraduate programs like B.Tech, the total fee for the entire course is approximately ?8.61 lakhs. The postgraduate programs have varying fees: for M.Tech, it is around ?75,500 per year.The hostel charges for B.Tech, MBA, M.Sc., and MA programs are around ?9,600 per year, with mess charges being ?15,000 per year. Scholarships and Financial AssistanceIIT Mandi: Merit-cum-Means Scholarships: Available for students from general and OBC categories based on income brackets. These scholarships typically offer around ?10,000 per year.Category-Specific Scholarships: SC/ST students can avail themselves of scholarships without income barriers. Full fee remission is available for students with a family income of less than ?1 lakh per annum.Other Scholarships: The Kotak Kanya Scholarship for first-year female students etc.Campus Employment OpportunitiesStudents can also work as teaching assistants or tutors for junior courses, earning stipends ranging from ?7,000 to ?8,000 per semester.
Campus Life :
Festivals at IIT MandiAnnual Cultural Festival: ExodiaMonth: Typically held in March.Technical Festival: Rann NeetiMonth: Typically held in October. Library ResourcesBooks and Journals: IIT Mandi's library provides a collection of books, e-books, journals, and research papers. Accessibility: The library is equipped with an online catalog system that allows students to easily search and access resources both on-campus and remotely. Classroom Facilities and TechnologyTechnological Provisions: Classrooms are equipped with modern teaching aids including projectors, smart boards, and audio-visual systems. High-speed internet and Wi-Fi are available throughout the campus.Facilities: Lecture halls are designed to be spacious and conducive. Sports: IIT Mandi offers facilities for a wide range of sports including cricket, football, basketball, volleyball etcExtracurricular Activities: Various clubs and societies cater to interests in music, dance, drama etc It provides a good impact on studentslife
Admission :
Eligibility of the Course Undergraduate (B.Tech):Minimum 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD) and a valid JEE Advanced score. -Postgraduate (M.Tech):Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 60% marks and a valid GATE score. Ph.D:Master’s degree with a valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET. B.Tech from any IIT with CGPA ? 8.0 also eligible Application DetailsForm Location: Official IIT Mandi website and respective entrance exam portals.Fees: Around ?300-?500 for general candidates; ?150-?250 for SC/ST/PwD.Dates: Announced on official websites. Dates are announced on official websites. Reservation BenefitsSC/ST: 15%/7.5% seats reserved.OBC-NCL: 27% seats reserved.EWS: 10% seats reserved.PwD: 5% horizontal reservation across all categories. ExamsFrequency: Mid-semester, end-semester exams, and regular quizzes.Difficulty: Balanced, challenging yet fair. Areas for Improvement Enhance communication with timely updates. Provide robust pre-admission counseling Simplify application process by unifyingplatform
Faculty :
TEACHERS Teachers are very much knowledgeable friendly and qualified from IIts there teaches us with practical applications. The course curriculum is very useful and helps a lot in placements and higher studies. STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO IIT Mandi has a favorable student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1. This ratio is considered one of the best among the IITs, allowing faculty to give more individual attention to students, enhancing their educational experience. The institute is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation, which is supported by this robust ratio. FACULTY The faculty at IIT Mandi is highly regarded for its qualifications, dedication, and involvement in cutting-edge research and innovation. 1. **Qualifications and Expertise**: Many faculty members hold PhDs from prestigious institutions in India and abroad, contributing to a rich academic environment. They are involved in various research projects and have published extensively in reowned journals.
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