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    NIRF 2023: Analysis Of Punjab Engineering Colleges and Placement Insight

    Atul AdeUpdated on 04 Sep 2023, 03:30 PM IST

    In the top 100 engineering institutions across India, National Institute Ranking Framework 2023 included six institutes from Punjab. A staggering 97.82 per cent of students graduated from these institutions in 2021-22. Out of them, 68.83 per cent secured jobs through campus placements, while 13.65 per cent pursued higher education. Those who secured placements received a median average salary of Rs 9.7 lakhs per annum.

    NIRF 2023: Analysis Of Punjab Engineering Colleges and Placement Insight
    Analysis of Punjab Engineering Colleges and Campus Placements ( Source: Freepik)

    The pursuit of engineering education is a crucial milestone in the life of any aspiring engineer. In India, where the demand for quality technical education is on the rise, Punjab stands as a prominent destination for engineering degree aspirants. With several prestigious institutions, Punjab offers a diverse range of opportunities for students aiming to excel in the field of engineering.

    In this article, Careers360 aims to illuminate the path to success by highlighting the top engineering colleges in Punjab. Through a meticulous analysis of key data points, this article will help you understand the top engineering colleges and how they performed in campus placement.

    The top engineering colleges in the state are given below.

    Top Colleges Of PunjabTop Colleges Of Punjab

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    Top Engineering Colleges Of Punjab

    Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, and Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, boast a remarkable graduation rate of 100 per cent. This may be attributed to lateral entry admissions,

    Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, leads in terms of the highest percentage of students placed, while Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, and Chandigarh University, Mohali, recorded the lowest placement percentages, both falling below 70 per cent.

    For Punjab's top engineering colleges, the average placement rate stands at 68.83 per cent. Although this is higher than Telangana, it lags behind Delhi, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

    Colleges from Delhi showed the highest placement with 87.24 per cent, followed by Maharashtra and UP with 85.68 and 85.05 per cent respectively and Tamil Nadu with 78.22. Punjab and Karnatka’s colleges placed less than 72 per cent.

    These averages are based on the total number of students graduating and not the total enrollment.

    Given below are the numbers of intake, enrollment, graduation and placement by institute.

    Name

    Intake

    Enrolled

    Lateral entry

    Graduated

    Placed

    Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed-to-be-university), Patiala

    1865

    1655

    59

    1692

    1422

    Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

    297

    292

    0

    271

    229

    Chandigarh University, Mohali

    3240

    3234

    61

    2987

    1542

    Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar

    807

    794

    0

    662

    556

    Lovely Professional University, Phagwara

    3720

    3365

    274

    3543

    2435

    Chitkara University, Rajpura

    1440

    1121

    0

    1078

    859


    11369

    10461

    394

    10233

    7043

    Also Read | NIRF 2023: Top Engineering Colleges In Delhi Mark 87.24% Placement Of BTech Graduates

    Higher Education and Salary Details

    Surprisingly, more than 13.65 per cent of students opt for higher studies rather than immediate job placements. For those pursuing placements, the median salary is an impressive Rs. 9.7 lakhs per annum.

    Top Engineering Colleges: Higher Education and Salary Details:

    Name

    Higher studies

    Median Salary

    Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed-to-be-university), Patiala

    10.46

    10

    Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

    2.58

    17.14

    Chandigarh University, Mohali

    22.53

    7.5

    Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar

    12.54

    8.91

    Lovely Professional University, Phagwara

    11.06

    7.07

    Chitkara University, Rajpura

    6.03

    7.6

    Also Read | Placement Analysis Of Top Engineering Colleges In Maharashtra: NIRF Data

    Admission to prestigious Punjab colleges primarily relies on the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main, with IIT Ropar requiring students to clear both JEE Main and JEE Advanced.

    Consider your aspirations, strengths, and career goals when selecting an engineering college. Whether you aim for the academic excellence of IIT Ropar, the vast opportunities of Chandigarh University, or the industry-focused approach of Lovely Professional University, your path to success starts with making the right choice.

    Also check - Placement Analysis: 85% Graduates From Top Engineering Colleges In Uttar Pradesh Join The Workforce

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