ISI Kolkata is a great option for pursuing an M.Tech in Computer Science. You will have great opportunities in Data Science and R&D. If you plan on doing a Ph.D. in Cryptography, this is the best course within India.
ISI Kolkata M.Tech CSE placement profiles for 2020-21 included 19 Data Scientist profiles, 1 Machine Learning Software Engineering profile, and 3 consultant profiles.
As evident by the placement highlights, ISI Kolkata is a great option for Data Science job roles. But if you are interested in job roles like Software Engineer then joining IISc or IIT will be better.
One of my friends is an alumnus of ISI Kolkata and here is his insight into the placements for MTech CS.
Other than that you can apply for summer internships and if you perform well you will receive PPOs. But if you are expecting a job strictly related to your field after the compilation of your masters then don’t choose ISI. It is an excellent option if you want to do a Ph.D. or want a career in research.
The difficulty level of M.Tech CS examination in ISI Kolkata is slightly less than GATE. It’s will be easier to crack, if you are good at Mathematics. If you have a strong command of topics like linear algebra, discrete mathematics, probability, and analysis, scoring well in the examination won’t be difficult.
The test includes two papers i.e. MMA and PCB. The MMA paper will have MCQs on Mathematics. The PCB paper is subjective. PCB section A will have Mathematics questions. The rest of the questions will be from a subject of your choosing, i.e. Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering & Technology. You will find the ISI Kolkata M.Tech CS exam syllabus and sample question papers on the official website of the institute.
WCE is an AICTE approved college whereas both COEP and VJTI Mumbai are autonomous government colleges. When compared, VJTI is the oldest engineering college between the three with the other two colleges being relatively newly established. When choosing between the three, students can compare placements, program curriculum, fee structure, and eligibility.
The points mentioned below highlight the same:
Fee structure and eligibility:
The following table highlights the fee structure and eligibility for M. Tech in CSE at all three colleges.
College | Fee Structure | Eligibility |
COEP | INR 1.14 lakhs for the first year | Graduation with 50% and GATE |
VJTI Mumbai | INR 81,750 for the first year | Graduation with GATE |
WCE Sangli | INR 96,930 for the first year | Graduation with GATE |
Curriculum:
COEP Pune:
VJTI Mumbai:
WCE Sangli:
Placements:
COEP Pune:
VJTI Mumbai:
WCE Sangli:
Placement wise, VJTI is a safe option as it is a well-known government established college. Fee wise, it is also quite economical.