How good is PEC Chandigarh now? Should I choose it over NIT Jalandhar?

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Narayani Kaushal · Accepted Answer

PEC Chandigarh is a solid choice, often seen as having a better reputation and placement record compared to NIT Jalandhar. Plus, Chandigarh is a great city for students.

Here's a quick look at what PEC offers:

They're upgrading facilities, like new sports areas and centers such as the Siemens Centre of Excellence and a solar tech park.
New hostels are on the way.
PEC boasts an impressive alumni network, including names like Satish Dhawan and Kalpana Chawla.
The Voyagers scheme funds students to explore rural India.
They're bringing in highly qualified faculty, which is improving things.
Placements are getting better, especially if you're in CS or Mechanical.
The highest package this year hit 42 lakhs.

Here’s a simple comparison:

Particulars	PEC Chandigarh	NIT Jalandhar
Average Salary	Rs. 10 lakhs	Rs. 8.57 lakhs
Highest Salary	Rs. 45 lakhs	Rs. 43.5 lakhs
Entrance Criteria	JEE Main	JEE Main
Fees	Rs. 6.39 lakhs	Rs. 6.76 lakhs

While the Mechanical Engineering department could use some improvements, overall, PEC Chandigarh is a competitive option alongside NIT Jalandhar.

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