Once class 12th results are announced many aspiring engineers stand at a critical juncture of their lives as to which college we should choose, from the plenty of potential engineering colleges.

Starting a college life is whole new journey in itself and selecting the ‘right’ engineering college is a big decision, both for students and their family. 

This is just because, there is not one factor to consider, but manifold. So, here we would like to throw some light on the 8 major points which are required to be kept in mind while selecting an Engineering College for admission.

1. Discover your passion

The first and foremost point which should be clear in mind is the stream as well as the branch of your Engineering in which one would like to seek the further studies. Find out Interest areas in which one is good at, if interest is in Gaming or Programming one may select Computer Science and Engineering or Information Technology, on the other hand if Manufacturing, Designing excites you the most one may select Mechanical Engineering and so on. Whichever stream/branch of Engineering you opt for, Be focused so as to get a clear picture in mind and then explore options around you which will keep oneself motivated for discovering the curriculum of different colleges and branches they are offering.

2. Academic Quality& Curriculum

Once the stream is discovered and created a list of colleges, the next thing to consider is the curriculum and the quality of the academics. It can become the deciding factor in your ultimate outcome. Also, this will motivate you in making decisions about what you want to study and gain from your college experience. Good number of courses and branches give students more options to choose from and more specializations open path for additional knowledge that will later become an asset for students.

3.Geography

It had been noticed in recent time that students are willing to go to specific cities for their higher education like Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Bangalore. No doubt about it, that geographic location creates a big impact in the overall college experience. However, one needs to consider another important point while moving out of the town, which is the accommodation facility. Hostel life is again one thing that can impact one’s life majorly so it is extremely important for a student to give it a thought while choosing one.

4. Cost of Education

The cost of education is again one of the very important factors that one should keep in mind; after all it’s about a substantial financial investment. Private colleges are usually more expensive than public colleges and state universities. However, private engineering colleges tend to have larger endowments and offer more grants and scholarships. It is advisable to understand the fees structure as well as an in-depth breakdown before making a final decision.

5. Accreditation

When it comes to the selection of the college, one must assure that it is accredited as it is very vital for paperwork in case you need to pursue further studies in India or abroad. It must be officially accredited by the regulatory bodies of government and its curriculum must be reviewed to verify the basic academic standards for higher education. NAAC and NBA are the main accrediting bodies in India working to ensure and raise the quality of education provided in various institutions.

Please note: To know more about accreditations, which is an important factor while choosing the top engineering college of AKTU you may read our blog about NBA & NAAC accreditation.

6. Resources & Facilities

Whether one selects a primary school or an engineering college, the first thing after the selection of the course which comes in mind is the facilities and in-class development standards. Usually, big colleges have more resources including campus facilities like hostels, IT facilities, libraries, health centers, athletic facilities, culture, and entertainment. Do check out the college website for these details or take a campus tour before final admission.

7. Placements

It’s not just a college life which you have to think about, it’s also about your bright future which starts with your first step towards it. Once you are through with your academics, you will be concerned about getting a good placement where your college plays an important role by giving you a breakthrough during campus placements. Also, placements give students the opportunity to gain skills specific to their subject or industry of choice as well as increases their knowledge and allowing them have better future in terms of money. Hence, look at the past placements offers and their salary packages so as to analyze your salary offer.

8. Sports and on-campus activities

It’s an old saying that – all work no play, makes Jack a dull boy. And with this saying, we cannot deny the fact that how much an engineering student has to come up with the curriculum. So, it is mandatory to check what kind of extra-curricular activities are entertained in the college to give exposure to the students in various fields of sports, drama, athletics, or music. Sports are one such medium that also refreshes your mind and plays a vital role in overall physical and psychological development.

If you are looking for the top engineering college in AKTU then make sure that it covers all the major points mentioned above. Hope you all choose a best one for your future!