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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 29, 2025Hindi
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Is PhD in Technology and Public Policy from IIIT Bangalore better or PhD in Economics and Public Policy from IIM Trichy is better?

Ans: IIIT Bangalore's PhD in Technology and Public Policy, offered under the Digital Humanities and Societal Systems (DHSS) domain, provides a unique interdisciplinary approach focusing on ICTD (Information and Communications Technologies and Development), Information Technology and Labour, Political Economy of Innovation, The Information Technology Industry, and E-Governance and Digital Public Infrastructure. The program is supported by the Centre for Information Technology and Public Policy (CITAPP), which conducts research at the intersection of technology and society, particularly addressing underserved communities. Students in this domain can pursue PhD with minimum 3-year duration, receive ?38,500 monthly stipend until comprehensive exam and ?43,500 afterward, with eligibility requiring Master's degree in social sciences or engineering backgrounds. IIM Trichy's PhD in Economics and Public Policy focuses on traditional policy analysis, design, process and management spanning Agriculture and Rural Development, Democracy and Decentralization, Environmental Economics, Policy Modelling, Institutional Structure, Public Finance, and Urban Governance. The program is 5-year duration with monthly stipend progression from ?35,000 to ?40,000 post-thesis proposal, engaging with the Centre for Public Policy and requiring Master's degree with 60% marks. Faculty at IIM Trichy publish in prestigious journals like Journal of Development Economics and Journal of Political Economy, while serving on national expert committees providing policy advice to government institutions. Career prospects show technology policy PhDs increasingly sought by think tanks, government agencies, consulting firms, and R&D departments, with IIT Delhi's public policy graduates achieving 47% placement in think tanks and research organizations, 21% in consulting, and 16% in government roles.

Recommendation: Choose IIIT Bangalore's PhD in Technology and Public Policy for cutting-edge interdisciplinary research combining technology with societal impact, specialized focus on digital governance and public infrastructure, access to multiple research centers (CITAPP, CIET, COSS), and emerging career opportunities in digital policy domains. Opt for IIM Trichy's PhD in Economics and Public Policy if you prefer traditional policy research with established academic pathways, broader economic foundations, prestigious faculty publications, and proven track record in policy advisory roles. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Sir my son secured 21000 ranking in kcet which College may he get in ece. And EcE or mechanical which one is good
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Recommendation: Encourage your son to pursue ECE if he enjoys electronics, IoT, and embedded systems; opt for Mechanical if he prefers core design, manufacturing, and automotive sectors. Align the choice with his passion and envisioned professional trajectory. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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