Before you dive into this decision, make sure you're set on specializing in finance for your MBA. Out of the new IIMs, only IIM Ranchi and IIM Trichy stand out for finance. The rest aren't quite up to par.

Here's why IIM Trichy and Ranchi could be a good choice:

• You'll carry the IIM brand, although it might lose its shine once you're working.
• If you decide to switch from finance to marketing, operations, or another area, you can easily do so.
• A larger batch size means better networking and improving your people skills.

Now, let's look at DFS:

• The return on investment beats all the new IIMs since the tuition is just 26k, plus your personal costs.
• The DU brand is strong, though it might not hold as much weight after you start your career.
• No other school ranked above DFS offers the same level of finance knowledge and exposure.
• Being in Delhi is a plus that you’ll appreciate once you’re in a B-School.
• The professors are experienced and approachable.

Consider these downsides for IIM Trichy and Ranchi:

• IIM Ranchi doesn’t have a permanent campus yet, so you’ll need to travel a lot between the hostel and classes.
• The fees are hefty and could take about five years to pay off, assuming an average salary and a 10% yearly salary increase.
• The environment includes strict committees and some politics.
• If placements don't meet expectations, the loan pressure can be overwhelming.
• If you decide to do research or prepare for IAS, the loan can feel like a trap.

And the downsides for DFS:

• The batch size is small, only 64 students.
• It focuses only on finance, which is risky if you change your mind about your specialization.
• Students manage placements and events, which can be either good or bad depending on the batch’s attitude.

Good luck with your decision!

RNS Institute of Technology in Bangalore is generally considered a bit below average among Indian colleges. Some of my friends who went there, even those with really good grades, ended up with job offers around 3.5 to 4 lakhs per year. This is mainly because there aren't many companies visiting the campus for recruitment. Companies like Bosch, Aricent, TCS, Infosys, Accenture, and Thoughtworks do hire for the CSE department. If you're looking for better opportunities, you might want to check out autonomous colleges in Bangalore.

Experiencing SIBM Pune is like stepping into a dream!

Located in the scenic hills of Lavale, it feels like a sneak peek of paradise. What you do each day depends on your semester, the workload, and how you manage everything. If you're on the Student Council, you'll find yourself with more responsibilities, but also more fun. The campus hosts various festivals, competitions, and guest talks in its stunning auditorium, making it a fantastic experience.

Every student's journey here is special in its own way. If you get to be part of it, I hope you enjoy every moment.

Good luck!
Thanks for asking!

Departments:
IIT BHU has a bunch of different departments you can choose from, such as Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mining, Pharmaceutical Engineering, and others.

Identity Card:
Once you start, you'll get a temporary ID card in a few days, and you can apply for a permanent one online.

Classrooms:
The classrooms here are spacious and come with projectors, screens, and speakers. They're perfect for learning and can seat about 150 to 200 students.

Hostels:
There are plenty of hostels with lots of food options. You can pick any mess you like and switch at the end of the month if you want. Some of the hostels include Aryabhatta I & II, S.N. Bose, Dr. C.V. Raman, Dhanrajgiri, Dr. S. Ramanujan, GSMC, New Girls Hostel, and many more.

Gymkhana:
IIT BHU focuses on developing well-rounded individuals, not just engineers. The Gymkhana organizes three main festivals: Technex (Tech & Management), Kashiyatra (Cultural), and Spardha (Sports).

Wi-Fi:
The whole campus has fast Wi-Fi, which is super handy.

Library:
The library is made up of the Shreenivas Deshpande Library and five departmental ones. They are open from 8 AM to 1 AM, except on public holidays. After you sign up, you get access to several cool resources like LSDiscovery for smart searches, PressReader for newspapers and magazines, Ouriginal for plagiarism detection, SciFinder for research, Turnitin for checking assignments, Grammarly Premium for writing help, and IEEE Xplore.

SAC (Student Activity Centre):
This place has loads of facilities like badminton and squash courts, a gym, taekwondo and boxing rings, chess, carrom, and yoga spaces.

Fests & Councils:
Each department hosts its own festival, like Codefest for Computer Engineering and Aayam for Electronics. There are also councils for cultural, media, sports, and social activities.

Supercomputing Centre:
This facility was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2019 as part of the National Supercomputing Mission.

Don't even consider ABES EC if you're serious about building a career.

Here's why:

• I'm a final-year EEE student, and in my experience, only about 5% of the teachers here are truly worthy of respect.
• If you're eager to learn new tech skills, this isn't the place for you. Teaching here is all about dictating book content. By the end of the semester, you'll hear, "Just study my notes; they're enough for the exams."
• Nobody is concerned about your personal issues. Even if you're battling a serious illness, you still need to maintain 75% attendance, or you'll face internal setbacks.
• I sometimes wish I had chosen a different college, even one with a lower ranking, because at least there I'd manage around 75% aggregate thanks to better internal marking. Here at ABES, getting 75% in internal marks is a big deal.
• Decisions aren't based on rules but rather on the ego of your department head.
• They will make you miserable if you don't conform to what they want.
• Your skills and talents don't matter here. Attendance and compliance are all that count.
• The management is very political. Even if you have proof and are in the right, nobody, not even the director, will back you up if someone opposes you.
• In my first year, we had classes on Sundays too. Internal exams were held from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm after a full day of classes from 8:30 am to 4:20 pm. It's mentally exhausting.
• Two entire notice boards are filled with lists of fines for so-called indiscipline, and about 70% of these aren't even real issues. It's obvious the college is focused on making money.

If you're looking for positives, the only decent things are the ground (where you can't play), the auditorium, and the cafeterias. That's about it for ABES.

To sum it up, if you want to be an "Engineer," forget ABES. But if you're just looking to get a "B.Tech," then you're welcome here. My advice is to not even think about coming here.

Being at IIM Kozhikode was one of the most rewarding experiences for me. The faculty is fantastic, with a lot of experience in both teaching and the business world, making the lessons very worthwhile. I attended the EPGP program from 2012 to 2014, and it truly boosted my career. If you want more details about the EPGP, feel free to get in touch with me.

Getting into NIBM Pune isn't too hard. Just make sure to carefully follow the application instructions. Here's some info you might find useful. NIBM considers CAT 2019, XAT 2020, or CMAT 2020 scores to shortlist candidates for the Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview. Applicants need a Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA.

The percentage is calculated based on the system used by the university where you got your degree. If your university gives grades or CGPA instead of marks, they'll convert it to a percentage as per their rules. If no conversion system exists, you can calculate it by dividing your CGPA by the highest possible CGPA and then multiplying by 100.

Admission is finalized only after you submit your mark sheet and a certificate that confirms you passed your degree with at least 50% marks by the given deadline. If you don't meet this requirement, your provisional admission will be canceled. NIBM won't allow you to start the program if you haven't completed your bachelor's degree requirements by the deadline.

Many students dream of joining a top B-School, but only a few manage to get in. When it comes to IMI Delhi, ranked 13th among India's top B-Schools, their selection process is pretty tough. They don't just focus on your CAT score like many other top schools. There's also an extempore round, which I've heard isn't too hard, but it can depend on your profile. They're really looking for a mix of backgrounds, so they assess your overall personality by checking things like academics, teamwork, leadership, communication skills, and how you handle different situations. They use these to decide if you're a good fit for their college.

Every top college wants students who can become future leaders in the corporate world, but sometimes it's about luck too. If your academic scores aren't the best but you impress them with a unique talent, they'll still consider you since they value diversity and aren't just looking for book-smart students.

So, is IMI Delhi a profile-based college? Yes, they, like most top 30 colleges, do a thorough evaluation of candidates to find the best qualities in you.

Hope that helps! Stay positive!

Hey there,

To give you the best advice, it would be really helpful to know more about your background. It's tough to say yes or no about career choices without understanding your full profile and situation. Plan wisely, and good luck!

Best,

Learning From Ant

Honestly, getting selected in IIM Kozhikode is a great achievement, but if you feel like aiming for a better IIM next year, it might affect your chances a bit. The Executive Post Graduate Programme is quite rigorous, and with exams every three months, it can be really tough to juggle preparation for a new IIM while managing this course.

Just keep in mind that each IIM has its own selection criteria, and having IIM Kozhikode on your CV could be a plus, but they’ll also look at your CAT score and overall performance next year. So, focus on that and see how it goes!