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Which is the better choice, IIIT Sri City or IIEST Shibpur for civil engineering?
Here IIEST Shibpur will be a better choice for civil engineering as it is one of the oldest civil engineering colleges in our country and has improved a lot since its inception.
Batch Size:
One of my friends goes to IIEST, according to him the Civil Department has more than 100 students in a single batch.
Faculty:
The faculty of the civil engineering department is experienced, knowledgeable, and are highly qualified. They are great at teaching the concepts and are nice and friendly too. However, faculties sometimes tend to use Bangali while teaching, which is difficult to follow for out-of-state students.
Campus Life:
The campus is also very beautiful and the lifestyle at college is very lively. The hostel also provides many services and a student can decide the menu for their lunch and dinner.
Collaborations:
IIEST Shibpur has collaborations with the following institutes.
- University of Queensland
- University of Hiroshima
- Hokkaido University
- University of South Wales
- Zurich University
- California University
- University of Cambridge
So, you can definitely choose IIEST Shibpur for Civil Engineering. But for placements don’t depend entirely on the institute.
Which is the best department and subject in IIT Delhi for ESE preparation for civil engineering?
IIT Delhi's Civil Engineering department has a total of 7 branches namely
- Structural Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Water Resources Engineering
- Rock Engineering
- Construction Engineering and Management
The ones that I will recommend you not to join include - Structural, Geotechnical, Transport, and Water Resources. This is because you are planning to prepare for ESE which won’t be possible because of the demanding and rigorous curriculum of these branches.
Construction Engineering and Management is a good choice as the coursework is light in comparison to others. Rock Engineering is another good option but the future scope is limited because it’s not a major branch of Civil Engineering.
The most common choice among aspirants is Environmental Engineering with the least burden and great opportunities.
How is the civil branch at NIT Jalandhar?
To know how the Civil branch at NIT Jalandhar is, we need to consider 3 factors:
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Academic: The theoretical subjects are well taught by top notch faculty. The labs are however not in very good condition here.
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Internships: There are not great internship opportunities here. Students themselves are not interested in spending their summers at the site.
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Placements: L&T is the major recruiter in private companies for civil engineers .For public jobs you need to appear for GATE for PSUs. If you have completed any internship, then placements will be very easy for you.
All in all NIT Jalandhar is a great choice to pursue Civil Engineering.
Should I choose civil engineering at IIT Mandi/Ropar, or should I go for civil engineering at SVNIT Surat?
Among IIT Mandi, IIT Ropar, and SVNIT Surat, IIT Mandi is a better choice for Civil Engineering. Here are the reasons why.
Infrastructure:
At IIT Mandi you will get good infrastructure for civil engineering as a large amount of money has been sanctioned to build advanced laboratories, classrooms, and many other relevant things.
Faculty:
The faculty of this college is also very good and has much expertise in their field.
Placements:
The placement records of the Civil Engineering branch have also been very good at this college as many top companies like L&T, ISRO, DRDO have selected students during campus placements.
Competitive Examinations:
Students of this college who appeared for exams like GATE and UPSC have produced remarkable results.
So, do your proper research, prioritize your needs, and then make a decision.
How are the placements at IIT Madras for civil engineering?
IIT Madras is ranked among the top 50 colleges in the world for civil and structural engineering courses. It is the only institution where the average salary of the CE branch is better than the average across all branches. This could be because one student of IIT Madras was placed at a salary of INR 52.50 lakh – the highest salary for any Civil Engineering student.
Placements for all the branches at IITs in general and IIT madras, in particular, are the same except for CS and EE. This is because most students of branches other than these two end up taking non-core jobs like finance, analytics, software, consulting, and management because they offer a better package than core jobs. On the other hand, CS and EE students get excellent offers from many software companies thereby offering better roles.
The average salary of CS, EE, and other branches at IIT Madras is given below
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Branch |
Average Salary |
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CSE |
INR 41.72 LPA |
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ECE |
INR 24.4 LPA |
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Other Branches |
INR 33.06 LPA |
BITS Pilani CSE or IIT Roorkee Electrical or IIT Kharagpur MnC or IIT Bombay Civil. What should I opt for?
There is no right option as it all is a matter of preferences that varies from person to person. So the answer is generic and can be helpful for someone who hasn't yet decided on a branch. My preference order will go from the safest to the riskiest option.
- Safest option-IIT Bombay: Without any doubt, IIT Bombay is the safest option among the three. The brand value and tag are more than enough to remove any risks in your life. A majority of students chose IIT Bombay just for the tag and end up with Finance roles or go for MBA.
Pros
- The IIT Tag will help you get a higher salary and package than others
- You get more exposure to industries because of the locational advantage
Cons:
- Students who choose a branch for the IIT tag and not because of interest in it may end up regretting it later. This will affect your overall performance thus making you regret the decision.
- The second safest option-IIT Kharagpur MnC:
This branch is highly suitable for those interested in both CS and Mathematics. This option is safe in the sense that an average CGPA might get you a non-core job while a good CGPA then this branch has a high employment rate and will work in your favor. Its graduates are highly demanded today.
- Most Risky - BITS Pilani CSE: This option should be considered only if you are cent percent sure about CSE, else you will be stuck here. CS enthusiasts may find this option even better than IIT Bombay.
Pros: You get the chance to pursue the most coveted engineering branch at an extremely reputed institute.
Cons: You will suffer a lot if you are not able to meet the performance standards of the branch. Moreover, you will have no option to go for Finance roles or higher studies which most IITians who are unable to do well in their core branch do.
Thus we can conclude that being an IITian guarantee more success mainly because of the tag and the vast options available.
- IIT Bombay Civil - Entrepreneurial Spirit, Life Quality, Safest Option
- BITS Pilani CSE - Course of your choice that is highly coveted
- IIT Kharagpur MnC - Interest in Mathematics and the IIT tag
The pros of each branch above can be considered to make a more informed decision.
What should I take, BITS Goa CS or IIT Roorkee (civil or chemical branch)?
The job opportunities in both Chemical and Civil are very limited and it’s also difficult to switch domains later. The core opportunities consist of more of a blue collared job. One can go for Government jobs if interested.
Go for CS in BITS Goa if you are looking for excellent placement opportunities or higher education. CS provides excellent opportunities in terms of higher studies and research work. But if you are adamant about Civil or Chemical, go only if you are genuinely interested, and that too after in-depth research about the nature of work.
The only drawback of joining BITS Goa is the exorbitant fees which might be a major issue for many. Apart from this the branch is very promising and is expected to grow more so. It’s recommended to contact working professionals in the field once and enquire about career prospects. Also, go for CS only after gaining a basic level of coding skills.
How is the placement of civil engineering in Jadavpur University, West Bengal?
The placement record for Civil Engineering at Jadavpur University is not great. For a decent job offer in the placement drive, you will need to top your batch or have to be within the top 10 students in your class. The initial pay scale may not be that attractive, but you can expect to receive a good CTC, once you get experience.
The initial salary package for Civil Engineering is around 3-5 LPA. The placement scenario for branches like Civil is similar in other reputed institutes like IIT KGP. Only after doing your M.Tech from reputed IITs or NITs, you can expect a good salary package. If you want to get a good job after graduation, you should start preparing for UPSC, GATE, IES, etc. If you score a decent rank in GATE, you can work for PSUs. West Bengal Govt. also offers many jobs for Civil students.
Which new IIT, like IIT Bhubaneshwar, IIT Mandi, IIT Dhanbad and IIT Patna, is the best for civil engineering?
IIT Patna is the best among the given new IITs in civil engineering. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is the oldest institute. One of my friends studied at IIT Patna and it was a great experience for him.
Some of the reasons for opting for IIT Patna over other institutes are –
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- Faculty – The members are highly qualified. So, be assured of the quality of education you would receive here.
- Facilities – They have their own environmental engineering lab, geotechnical engineering lab, transportation engineering lab, its own workshop which is all top-notch.
- Events and activities – The department has its own club – ACE (Association of Civil Engineers) which helps to exchange knowledge between the juniors and seniors, the culture of unity, building alumni network, etc.
- Alumni Network: Many of the alumni are doing research in prestigious global institutions such as Stanford University, UC Berkeley, NUS Singapore, University of Texas – Austin, Virginia Tech, etc.
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Categories |
IIT Patna |
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Course Fee |
6.98 lakh |
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Placement Percentage |
80% |
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Highest CTC |
25 LPA |
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Average CTC |
12 LPA |
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Recruiting Companies |
ZS Associates, Wipro, Goldman Sachs, Codenation, etc. |
You may do higher studies if you prefer as well. You may also prefer to do UPSC or Engineering Services (Railways) or GATE or CES exams etc.
IIT Patna is one of the best institutes for civil engineering among the new IITs. However, you may choose any other new IIT as well in case they are more convenient to you.
How about Civil Engineering at DCRUST Murthal?
One of my friends completed his Civil Engineering from DCRUST. Here are his insights.
- Faculty: The faculty base of Civil Engineering at DCRUST is good. Teachers are well-qualified. They also have good experience in their respective fields.
- Environment: DCRUST offers the best learning environment for Civil in Haryana after NIT Kurukshetra. The campus is also developing over the years.
- Placements: Placement for Civil is not that great at DCRUST. Although few companies do visit the campus for Civil Engineers. In the recent placement drive, the highest CTC offered was 10 LPA.
- Connectivity: It has good connectivity to Delhi NCR. You can easily take coachings for GATE, IES.
Although the campus placement may not give you many core jobs for civil engineering at DCRUST, there are various Govt. jobs that you can prepare for. You can also pursue higher studies. Overall, DCRUST is a decent option for pursuing a Civil Engineering degree.
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