Post JEE Adv,/Mains, my son has the following options
1. Join Naval Architect and Ocean Engineering in IIT M
2. Electrical in IIT Bhubaneswar or NIT Trichy
3. EC in NIT Suratkal
4. Chemical in IIT Varanasi ( BHU)
5. Metallurgy and material science in Gharakpur.
He is more interested in EC. But ok with Electrical too. Is it a better option to join IIT Bhubaneswar without considering the IIT tag compared to NIT Trichy?
What is the scope for Naval Architect and Ocean Engineering?
Bit confused with college vs Course?
Ans: Roopesh Sir, with roles in maritime engineering, offshore energy, and naval design, supported by IIT Madras’s NIRF #1 engineering rank and strong industry ties (e.g., Schlumberger, Reliance Offshore). However, it is a niche field with limited non-core opportunities. Electronics & Communication (EC) at NIT Surathkal aligns better with your son’s interests, offering 72.66% placements (2024) and broader tech-sector opportunities (e.g., semiconductor design, IoT), though NIT Surathkal’s NIRF #11 engineering rank trails IIT Madras. Electrical Engineering at NIT Trichy (92.9% placements, 2024) outperforms IIT Bhubaneswar (82.2% placements) in both placement consistency and infrastructure, despite IIT Bhubaneswar’s NIRF #54 rank. Chemical Engineering at IIT BHU (74.71% placements) and Metallurgy at IIT Kharagpur (57.14% placements) lag in alignment with his interests and placement rates.
Recommendation: Prioritize EC at NIT Surathkal for interest-driven career prospects and robust placements. If institutional prestige is paramount, NAOE at IIT Madras provides a niche yet secure pathway. Avoid compromising on core interest for the IIT tag unless willing to specialize in maritime sectors. For Electrical, NIT Trichy is preferable over IIT Bhubaneswar due to stronger placements and academic rigor. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!
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