BTech CSE at Pillai College Navi Mumbai: Is it a worthwhile investment? - A Parent's Dilemma

Ans: Kalyan, Based on the inputs provided here, choose the more suitable one for you: Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology’s four-year B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with a Renewable Energy major is a NAAC-accredited, NIRF-ranked program (#80 in Engineering) that offers interdisciplinary core chemical engineering fundamentals alongside specialized courses in solar thermal, wind, nuclear and electrochemical devices. Its dedicated renewable-energy lab—featuring PV, wind-energy and thermal systems—complements hands-on research, and the placement cell achieved a 68% placement rate in 2022 with an average package of ?10.9 LPA and recruiters including ONGC, IOCL and Reliance. SASTRA Thanjavur’s A++ NAAC-accredited B.E. in Mechanical Engineering (Digital Manufacturing), ranked #38 by NIRF, admits 60 students into a curriculum supported by CAD/CAM, 3D-printing and Industry 4.0 labs, including the BEST-CSR skilling centre. Its placement cell recorded 87.7% UG placement consistency in 2024 with median offers at ?7.6 LPA and core recruiters such as Ashok Leyland, Caterpillar and TVS.
Opt for RGIPT’s Chemical Engineering–Renewable Energy to leverage its top-tier energy research facilities, strong PSU recruiter network and higher average placement packages if you aim for sustainable energy sector roles. Choose SASTRA’s Digital Manufacturing for its superior academic ranking, Industry 4.0 lab ecosystem and robust core-engineering placement consistency if you prioritise advanced manufacturing technologies and campus-industry integration. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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