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In India, engineering and MBBS have been the most sought-after career choices among students. Engineering and Medicine (MBBS) are considered the safest route to a high-paying career and are considered to correspond with success. Despite the availability of varied career paths, students still prefer engineering and MBBS. In this article, we will discuss “Why do Indian students only want to pursue Engineering and MBBS courses”?
In India, Engineering and Medicine courses have a history of being associated with respect and prestige. Parents generally encourage their children to pursue these courses due to promising career paths and high earning potential. While others may choose to pursue these courses to meet their parent’s expectations. Family influence plays a very important role in career decisions.
While Engineering and MBBS are amongst the most promising career paths in India and abroad. However, students and parents may have some lack of awareness or recognition of alternative career paths. It is the main reason why engineering and medicine are considered the only visible path.
Engineering and Medicine disciplines are known for providing high-earning potential and a long-term stable job. According to Glassdoor, the average salary of an Engineer in India is Rs. 7.3 LPA. On the other hand, the average salary of a Doctor in India is Rs. 7.1 LPA. Engineering and medicine both offer a variety of government jobs which makes them appealing to Indian students and parents.
The Indian education system also emphasised science and mathematics or STEM subjects over arts and commerce. It makes art and commerce students feel marginalised and left out. The Indian Education system should focus on all the streams equally.
Most Indian institutes focus specifically on IIT-JEE and NEET exams, which has contributed to the popularity of medicine and engineering courses.
While engineering and MBBS remain dominant disciplines, various new-age disciplines such as data science, biotechnology, and digital marketing are gaining popularity. Government initiatives such as Skill India and Start-up India have also encouraged students to explore upcoming careers beyond traditional or prevalent ones such as engineering and medicine.
While engineering and MBBS remain a popular choice for students due to the perceived benefits. Various other fields are gaining popularity and students are exploring alternative careers beyond engineering and medicine.
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IIT Delhi offers a variety of B.Tech and dual degree programs across multiple engineering disciplines. As of the latest information, here are the undergraduate programs available at IIT Delhi:
1. B.Tech Programs:
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Engineering Physics
- Production and Industrial Engineering
- Textile Technology
- Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Mathematics and Computing (B.Tech and M.Tech Dual Degree)
- Engineering and Computational Mechanics
2. Dual Degree Programs (B.Tech + M.Tech):
- Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Power and Automation)
These offerings can change, so it's always good to check the latest information on the official IIT Delhi website or the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) portal.
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IIT Kanpur offers a variety of B.Tech and dual degree programs across different departments. As of the latest information available, the following B.Tech and dual degree (B.Tech-M.Tech) programs are offered at IIT Kanpur:
1. Aerospace Engineering (AE)
2. Biological Sciences and Bioengineering (BSBE)
3. Chemical Engineering (CHE)
4. Civil Engineering (CE)
5. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
6. Electrical Engineering (EE)
7. Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)
8. Mechanical Engineering (ME)
Additionally, IIT Kanpur offers dual degree programs (B.Tech-M.Tech) in some of these disciplines, allowing students to earn both bachelor's and master's degrees.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, you can check IIT Kanpur's official website or the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counseling brochure.
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Yes, you can apply for any M.tech colleges in computer science field through GATE exams, some of the requirement you need to see that you must have Under graduate degree, Pursuing BE doesn't affect your eligibility, You may check some of the specific eligibility criteria of the colleges like IIT's in which you are interested, as some of them may have additional requirements.
With an SC category rank of 41,715 and a CRL rank of 570,173 in JEE Main, getting into NITs or top-tier IITs for B.E./B.Tech may be challenging. However, you might find options in state engineering colleges in Maharashtra, as they often have seats reserved for SC candidates with lower cutoff requirements compared to NITs. Look into state-level entrance options like MHT CET or other reserved category seats in Maharashtra’s government and private engineering colleges for better chances.
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