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TAPMI has definitely upped its game over the past few years. Situated in Manipal, a student-friendly town, this college is really making its mark. The campus is quite a sight! Let me break it down for you.

Infrastructure: The campus looks great, with classrooms that are above average compared to many other business schools. The library and computer lab are well-equipped, but there's no auditorium, so students head into town for larger gatherings. Hostel rooms are basic, not luxury but not bad either. The food in the mess is hit or miss, with some quality issues—once, over 100 students got sick from spoiled daal. Mess charges aren't in the fees, and buying from different vendors can get pricey.

Sports facilities are just okay. There's a cricket field, but it often floods because of the heavy rains in Manipal. Overall, the infrastructure is solid, and classes are split into two shifts to fit everyone in.

Faculty: The teaching staff is pretty average. A few stand out as excellent, but some don't handle criticism well. The administration is strict and not too student-friendly.

Rules and Regulations: Rules are a big deal here. TAPMI is firm with them. Getting permission to go home or for a night out involves a lot of paperwork, making you rethink the whole idea. Curfew is strict, holidays are few, dress codes can be annoying, and missing out on placements is a real threat they follow through on.

Campus Life: You can hang out with friends on campus for as long as you want. There are some festivals and activities, but they're not as exciting compared to other colleges. Joining inter-college competitions is tough because faculty prioritize attendance.

City Life: Manipal is a small town with a few pubs and bars, nothing extravagant. There are some nearby eateries, but not much else going on. That doesn't bother me much though.

Crowd: Most students are GEM, with many from the South; not as many from the North. It's quite a diverse mix.

Placements: Here's the big topic. There's a 100% placement rate, but the average figures, especially for summer placements, are a bit exaggerated. Everyone gets internships, though not all are paid. Job profiles are average, and the location is a downside during placements. However, the placement committee works really hard. The large batch size is a challenge for placements.

Ranking: Don't rely too much on rankings; they can be misleading. Competitors are FORE and GIM. FORE has an edge due to its location, which helps during placements. TAPMI is a tier-two school, with location and batch size as major challenges. Schools like IMT, XIMB, IMI, and IRMA are a step above.

Alumni: TAPMI has some notable alumni, including CFOs and CMOs, and a strong alumni network.

Overall, TAPMI has decent infrastructure, reasonable fees (though mess and electricity charges are extra), and good placements given its location and ranking—but keep your expectations realistic. The faculty is just okay, and some societies are more about boosting your resume than actual involvement. The quizzing culture isn't strong, and metro cities do better in that regard. Management can be overly strict, which can be a problem if it becomes counterproductive. The location is a bit remote, with the nearest airport in Mangalore, requiring a taxi to Manipal that costs over 1300. In my opinion, location and batch size are key factors for tier-two colleges, and TAPMI falls short in these areas.

I wouldn't recommend going for a tier-two college if you're taking out a loan; it might be better to try the CAT exam again. If you have a high CAT score, you might qualify for a scholarship at TAPMI, but I'm not sure if that would be your top choice.

I hope this gives you a clear and fair picture.

I was in the same boat when I had to fill out my forms. Living in Pune, staying at BJ could have saved me from a lot of the hassles that come with living away from home.

Here are some reasons to pick BJ over Grant:

• BJ has a stronger academic setup. It's more rigorous compared to Grant. While your study habits are up to you, having frequent tests and exams can really push you to stay on track.
• You get to avoid all the hostel issues since you can live at home.

Now, the downsides of choosing BJ over Grant:

• The attendance policy is pretty strict. It might seem beneficial, but it can be a headache. After your third year, the teaching becomes similar across most colleges, and you need more time for self-study because the syllabus is huge and not everything is covered in class. So, a college with a more flexible attendance policy might give you extra time to study.
• For me, language was a big hurdle. I’m not very fluent in Marathi, and some lectures are in Marathi at BJ. My whole counseling session was in Marathi, and I felt quite lost. Even many patients speak Marathi, coming from rural areas, unlike in Mumbai. But if you’re good with the language, this shouldn’t be an issue.
• Mumbai has its own unique vibe. Exploring the city is a big plus.

These were the key points I looked at before picking Grant over BJ. Ultimately, I wanted my MBBS experience to be in Mumbai. If you have the option of a college in Mumbai, I’d say go for it. Some might argue that the college doesn’t matter much, but I believe it does. With Mumbai being a metro city, hospitals get more funding, and you’ll likely see more advanced procedures compared to other places.

In the end, it’s your decision to make. Best of luck with whatever you choose!

I studied Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Agra College and had a mixed experience. The curriculum was solid, focusing on practical assessments, which I appreciated. The faculty was generally good, with many teachers holding advanced degrees, but there were times when some teachers didn't attend classes regularly, which was frustrating.

The fees were around 11,000 per year, and I applied for scholarships in my second and third years, which helped reduce my overall costs. On campus, while there were some sports activities, I felt that the lack of major cultural festivals was a downside.

Life at M J P Rohilkhand University in Bareilly is pretty much the typical college experience—full of amazing times. The campus is located on the outskirts, so going to popular spots like Butler Plaza can be a bit of a hassle. But that just made our outings more special.

We usually planned things like movies or dinners as a group, and those group activities always turned out to be super fun. We also got to learn how to interact with all sorts of people and handle different situations together. Figuring out how to motivate or communicate with various personalities was a valuable lesson. It's a skill that everyone tends to pick up during these years.

Plus, MJP Rohilkhand University is recognized as one of the top universities in Uttar Pradesh.

The placement scenario for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Big Data Analytics) at GIM is really strong. Our batch had a 100% placement record, and the highest CTC was 42 lakhs, with many roles related to data analysis and consultancy. The college also has a solid internship program, which helped us gain practical experience through live projects. Companies from various sectors come to recruit, and the support from the placement committee is fantastic. I feel prepared for the job market, thanks to the training and opportunities provided here.

I've been at NIT Trichy for a week, and it's been pretty busy, but I've already made a lot of friends. The campus is full of people from various places, and you'll hear many different languages. The Tamil folks are super friendly; my roommate is from Chennai and doesn't speak Hindi, yet we get along great. Knowing English helps a lot as most people communicate in it.

In the first year, we mainly get South Indian food at the mess. The food is okay, though it might not always be to the taste of those from the north. The campus is massive, around 800 acres, and I doubt I can see all of it in four years. Since I can't ride a bike yet, I get tired walking everywhere. The lecture hall is about 1.5 km from my hostel, so it takes about 15 minutes on foot.

The campus has all the facilities you could need, but it's up to you to make the most of them. If you want to join in other activities, managing your time well is key. There are lots of events; we even went on a fresher's trip to Tanjore, and there's always something happening.

Just a heads-up: even after clearing JEE, there's a lot of studying to do here, but there's also plenty of fun to be had if you manage your time well. I've had a blast this first week. Right now, I'm off to work on some matrix problems. Catch you later!

If you're looking for colleges in Ranchi that offer a BA in Economics, here are some options to consider: St. Xavier’s College, Gossner College, Ranchi University, Marwari College, Nirmala College in Doranda, Doranda College, Suraj Sahu Memorial, Yogada Satsanga Mahavidyalaya in Dhurwa, Ram Lakhan Singh Yadav College, and Amity University. These are my personal picks, so you might want to start with the ones at the top of the list since they tend to be popular among students.

For details like tuition fees, course duration, and exams, it's best to check out each college's website. Good luck!

If you're not from India, I would suggest reconsidering your decision to attend this college, and here's why. I'm a fourth-year student here, and I'm surprised at all the positive reviews. I have yet to meet anyone who actually likes it, including myself. You've probably read the good stuff by now, so let me share the challenges you might face if you choose to attend. Oh, and just so you know, I'm a Nepali student, so my experience might be different from a local student's.

There's a lot to cover, so this might get lengthy. Let's start with the hostel experience. The hostel rules are pretty odd, and it's good to know them beforehand. If you're a girl, expect a lot of gender-based restrictions. For instance, there’s a strict dress code: nothing shorter than ankle-length is allowed outside the hostel. Curfew times are also different for girls and boys. Boys can stay out until 10 pm, but girls must be back by 5:30 pm or 9:15 pm if they were already out. If girls want to go out after 5:30, they have to complete a bunch of paperwork. And if they come back after 5:30, they have to sign a log, which doesn’t exist for boys.

The food in the hostel mess is usually pretty bad, but I guess that’s common in many places. They did offer some special Nepali dishes for a short period, but it didn’t last long, despite what the promotional videos claim.

Now onto academics. It’s tough to find a good teacher who isn’t self-absorbed or moody and actually teaches well. While there are a few exceptions, most of what I learned came from YouTube and other sites, if you get what I mean.

Regarding semesters and exams, I'm in engineering, so here's my take: after the odd semester, you get about a week and a half off, and after the even semester, you get two and a half months. If you fail a subject, you must attend supplementary classes during the long break. For some students, there are makeup exams instead, but these are often announced just a day or two beforehand, leaving little time to prepare. If you fail the makeup, you’ll have to join the supplementary semester anyway.

You can request a re-evaluation if you think your exam was marked incorrectly, right after the results are out. Some faculty members are helpful, but when it comes to money matters, not so much. For instance, during the pandemic, we found out about a fee payment just a day before it was due. Being a Nepali student, online transactions aren’t possible, and we need a few days to arrange money transfers. When I asked the faculty about it, they ignored me, but suddenly remembered to ask if I paid after the due date. If you miss the payment deadline, the late fees are hefty.

It's not unusual for education to feel like a business, but here, the management is so poor that it feels like you should be paid to do their jobs. Both the faculty and facilities are below average for a college. This has been my experience at NMIT over the past three years.

Thanks for reading through this long post. I hope it helps, and feel free to share it with anyone who might need this info. If you thrive on challenges, NMIT might be just the place for you.

Update: Some people asked if they should join NMIT, and my advice is...

Between Karpagam and KGiSL, Karpagam seems to have the edge. Here's why: KGiSL's highest salary package is 4 LPA, and the lowest is 1.5 LPA. On the other hand, Karpagam offers a top salary of 7 LPA, with an average of 2.5 LPA and a minimum of 2 LPA.

Karpagam also has a bunch of facilities like a library, cafeteria, hostel, sports complex, gym, Wi-Fi, shuttle service, auditorium, and various labs. Plus, there are many more amenities available at Karpagam.

If you’re looking for a BCA that also offers decent placement opportunities, I’d recommend exploring other institutions apart from Gossner. While Gossner has a structured curriculum and supportive faculty, the placement stats aren’t that promising, with only about 105 students getting placed. It might be better to look at colleges with stronger industry connections if job prospects are a priority for you. Check out the entire landscape before making a decision.