Should I choose NSIT COE or IIT Delhi Civil?
Posted On - Apr 11, 2023I am a Civil Engineering student at IIT Delhi.
Even though CoE/ CSE/ IT are much more sought after by students in the present times, I would choose Civil at IIT Delhi over CoE at NSUT.
Here are the reasons for the same:
- The faculty at IIT Delhi is much more experienced and learned than that at NSUT.
- IIT Delhi was established in 1961, while NSUT in 1983. Because of this, IIT Delhi has a stronger alumni network.
- IIT Delhi is a globally recognized brand, while NSUT is usually only known to students of North India. The “IIT” brand is immensely helpful when applying to foreign universities for higher studies.
- Although civil freshers are rarely in demand, a civil engineer with enough work experience, the right set of skills, and great project accomplishments is paid a high salary.
These are the 2023 placement figures for both these institutions:
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Particulars |
IIT DELHI |
NSUT |
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Median CTC |
- |
INR 17 LPA (B.Tech) |
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Average CTC |
INR 17.60 LPA (Overall) |
- |
|
% Batch placed |
84.94% (Overall) |
(Students Placed in B.Tech: 977) |
|
Top Recruiters |
Google, Deloitte, BCG, HCL Technologies, Lenskart, Flipkart, etc. (2024) |
Unfortunately, the branch-wise placement detail is not available for both these institutes.
However, based on the various reasons listed above, I would recommend you choose IIT Delhi Civil Engineering over NSUT CoE.
Both of the institutes are located in Delhi, so location is not the issue. Both are visited by top management companies like Bain and BCG. Honestly speaking, Civil Engineering will limit your chances to go for tech companies like Microsoft, DE Shaw, Cisco, and Google. However, for Quant profile, IIT Delhi is the best with top banks such as JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Goldman Sachs.
Both institutes have access to coaching institutes for preparation for Civil Services or MBA but IIT Delhi has a much better location. Basically, both institutes offer a heterogeneous mix of facilities and opportunities.
Why should one go for NSUT?
IIT Delhi Civil is a bit inferior in comparison to NSIT, as TPOs mostly comprise Tech Companies that are open for circuital branches like CSE, EE, ECE, M&C, and Instrumentation. Moreover, IIT Delhi has a better crowd and thus more competition during internships and placements. The core placements in Civil are pathetic and most students opt for non-core placements.
Why should one go for IIT Civil?
- IIT Delhi faculty is much more experienced and learned than NSUT
- The rich startup culture promotes future entrepreneurs and their ideas
- IIT tag is helpful in getting admission to foreign universities
- You have the option to sit for IES or take Civil as an optional subject for Indian Forest Service or Civil Service Examination
- Civil is a safer career than tech and guarantees career longevity.
- Although civil freshers are rarely in demand, a civil engineer with enough work experience, the right set of skills, and great project accomplishments are paid a high salary.
Conclusion
If you are looking for internship opportunities right after graduation, NSUT is the place for you but if you are ready to pursue a slow but stable career with a great scope for growth then IIT Delhi Civil is a good choice for you.
