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From Physics to Robotics: Can I Make the Jump?

Parthiban T R

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Career Counsellor - Answered on Jul 28, 2024

Parthiban TR, a former professor, has been working in the fields of training and learning development for over 17 years.
As a career counsellor and mentor, he has been tutoring students from Classes I to XII (predominantly CBSE), UG (engineering) and others for nearly a decade.
He has worked as a lecturer and professor at the Kuppam Engineering College, Kuppam; the NRI Group of Institutions in Bhopal; and the Bhopal Institute of Technology and Science in Bhopal.
Parthiban qualified for GATE in 2002, 2011 and 2013 and has been training aspirants to prepare for NEET-UG and IIT-JEE.
He holds a bachelor's degree in computer science and engineering from the Guru Ramdas Khalsa Institute of Technology College in Madhya Pradesh and a bachelor's degree in education, specialising in physics and mathematics, from the Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati.... more
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Hello sir , currently I am studying 2nd year IMSC PHYSICS in NIT WARANGAL. I wanna study robotics in masters. Is it possible or please let me know the challenges I may face during the course.

Ans: That is possible. Keep your scores high in BSc. Later request for MSc Robotics.
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Sir, My son interested in Mechatronics/ Robotics. Got JEE-85%, VIT RANK-47300 , MIT marks-103, Maharashtra HSC-70% (PCM-60%), Amrita rank-8200. Already secured admission in MPSTME, NMIMS, Mumbai. Interested in practical exposure and placement in core robotic company. My queries are 1. Is there any chance of getting Mechatronics seat in VIT Chennai or MIT? 2. Shall I opt for Amrita Coimbatore/Bangalore instead of NMIMS? 3. Any other college/course suggestions from you? Many thanks in advance.
Ans: Nirmal Sir, Your son’s VITEEE rank of 47,300 makes admission to Mechatronics & Automation Engineering at VIT Chennai possible, as the cutoff typically extends up to around 90,000. Admission to MIT Pune with 103 marks is uncertain and depends on their specific cutoff for Mechatronics, so it’s advisable to check official data. Between Amrita University (rank ~8,200) and NMIMS Mumbai, Amrita Coimbatore or Bangalore offers stronger practical exposure and better placement opportunities in core robotics and engineering fields, making it a preferable choice if robotics is the priority. NMIMS is more management and technology-oriented with less emphasis on core engineering practicals. Additionally, consider other reputed institutes with strong robotics and mechatronics programs such as IIIT Hyderabad (with JEE Score/Interview Performance), SRM Chennai, Manipal Institute of Technology, and PSG College of Technology (through MQ Seat), which have good industry tie-ups and specialized labs. Overall, VIT Chennai and Amrita are good options, while exploring other specialized colleges can further enhance core robotics career prospects. All the best for your son's admissions and a bright future!

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I have got CS core in VIT Vellore. I know many VITians who are doing much better professionally than some of their IIT/NIT counterparts. VIT CS labs are very advanced, I have heard. Many 98+percentilers in JEE Mains are in VIT CS. Placements are good. Despite this why is there a general notion that if an institute is private (barring BITS) it's not as good as a govt. institute.
Ans: Hello dear.
You're right to question the common perception, and your insights about VIT Vellore’s CS program are grounded in reality. The Computer Science department at VIT Vellore is among the strongest in private engineering colleges, with advanced lab facilities. Many top JEE Main percentilers (even above 98) choose VIT. Several VITians have gone on to have excellent careers, sometimes even outperforming their IIT/NIT counterparts largely because of their individual initiative, internships, and skill-building. IT, especially if they narrowly miss out on NITs or prefer the modern infrastructure and course flexibility that VIT offers.
Despite these strengths, private colleges in India often face bias. This stems from the legacy and prestige of government institutions like IITs/NITs, which admit students through highly competitive exams and are seen as more merit-driven. In contrast, private colleges are sometimes viewed as less rigorous or overly reliant on high fees and donations, leading to skepticism about their quality.
However, this perception is slowly changing, especially in CS and tech fields where practical skills matter more than college branding. For motivated students, VIT CS offers a strong foundation and the opportunity to build a successful career. Ultimately, outcomes depend more on individual effort than the institution’s name.

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