Both the Electrical Engineering program at IIT Mandi and the Engineering Design program at IIT Madras are well-regarded programs and have their unique strengths and weaknesses. The better program for a Keralite can be determined by comparing important factors like the curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and job prospects
From the options you have mentioned, I assume you prefer convenience over academic quality. However, it’s better to look at the bigger picture and focus on the branches more than the institute. To strive for the best, one has to come out of their comfort zone so that only one can grow and reach new heights.
In order to determine the right branch, research on the respective branches and the job opportunities offered by each. I am sure one or the other branch will intrigue you and trust me that will be the right one for you irrespective of how many Km you have to travel to reach there.
Ultimately, the decision of which program is better for a Keralite will depend on the individual's interests, goals, and career aspirations. It would be best to speak with current students, faculty, and alumni of both programs and gather as much information as possible in order to make an informed decision.
For obvious reasons, ED in IIT Madras is better than EE from IIT Mandi.
Since, you are a Keralite, you need to travel across the entire length of India whenever you need to travel back and forth from your home. Moreover, the climate will also be a minus factor. In case of Chennai, you can travel overnight and reach your home. The people there will be more familiar to you as compared to those in Mandi.
Engineering Design -
Categories |
IIT Mandi |
IIT Madras |
Degree |
BTech in EE |
BTech in ED |
Duration (Years) |
4 |
5 |
Fees (lakhs per semester) |
1.11 |
1.09 |
Percentage Placement |
85 |
83 |
Faculty : Student |
1:10 |
1:13 |
Average Package (lakhs per annum) |
12 |
12.4 |
To summarize, IIT Madras offers you everything that IIT Mandi has and a lot more than that.
Mandi is situated in Himachal Pradesh, it has a very pleasing scenery. But keeping in mind the distance, weather conditions and the ease of living for a Keralite, Chennai is a much better option.