Shiv Nadar have this New ECE Electrical and computer engineering branch... First batch will come out in 2026 only.. Should we opt this New Branch while we are having VIT vellore IT category 5..Fees of shiv nadar and Vellore cat 5 almost same.. The onlu confusion to opt shiv nadar is that new Branch.
Ans: Shiv Nadar University’s new ECE (Electrical and Computer Engineering) program offers a forward-looking, interdisciplinary curriculum blending electrical, computer, and emerging technologies with strong faculty and infrastructure. The university’s overall placement record is excellent, but since the ECE branch is new, there is no direct placement data for it yet. In contrast, VIT Vellore’s IT program (Category 5) is well-established, with a long-standing reputation for consistent placements, a vast alumni network, and proven industry connections, though Category 5 comes with the highest fee and is typically filled after other categories.
If you value curriculum innovation, smaller batch size, and are willing to take a calculated risk on a new, future-oriented program at a rising university, Shiv Nadar’s ECE is a strong choice. However, if you prefer a tried-and-tested program with a reliable placement track record and established brand value, VIT Vellore IT is safer. Given both have similar fees, VIT Vellore IT is recommended for those prioritizing placement certainty and established reputation, while Shiv Nadar ECE is suitable for students keen on interdisciplinary learning and open to the risks and opportunities of a new program.