Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering 

at IIIT Manipur, Imphal

At IIIT Manipur, students can pursue the PhD programme in various specialisations. The admission criteria for both courses is the same. Admission to the programme is entrance-based and requires candidates to have Master's degree in the relevant stream from a recognised university. According to the official website of IIIT Manipur, the institute offers the following PhD specialisations to students:

• Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Basic Science and Humanities
• Mathematics
• Linguistics

Candidates are required to submit the following documents while filling IIIT Manipur PhD form:

• Copies of Class 10 and 12 certificates and marksheets
• Copies of UG/ PG degrees and marksheets
• Copies of provisional certificate/ Degree certificate and marks memos of the qualifying examination
• Copy of GATE/ NET scorecard
• Scanned copy of the demand draft/ NEFT transaction reference
• Attested copy of the reserved category certificate on the prescribed proforma and signed from the competent authority (if applicable)
• No objection certificate from the present employer (if employed)

IIIT Manipur PhD fee include multiple components, such as tuition fees, security deposits, hostel fees, mess fees, and more. Some of these components, such as the security fee need to be paid only once. PhD fees at IIIT Manipur is INR 52,200. Candidates should note that the fee is taken from the official sources and is subject to change. For further fee related information, students can visit the official website of the institute.

The major concern for students looking for admission is the placement they will receive after the course completion. The 2024 placements concluded with 85.20% of the batch placed. Earlier, 81.50% of students were placed during the 2023 placements. Take a look at the table below elaborating on the IIIT Manipur placement rate trends:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement rate	100%	81.50%	85.20%

{Source: B.E. / B.Tech students & alumni}

Is B.E./B.Tech at IIIT Manipur a good choice?

Based on the feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the key points:

* Infrastructure: The campus is located in Imphal city, with 13 acres of land currently used, and a permanent campus of 150 acres planned in Senapati district. While the current infrastructure is limited, the new campus promises to be state-of-the-art.
* Academics: Faculty members are mostly from IITs, and the course curriculum is considered relevant and up-to-date. Students appreciate the focus on academics and the relaxed atmosphere.
* Placements: Placement records are improving, with 100% placement in 2022, and over 80% placement in previous years. Top recruiting companies include Amazon, Cognizant, Infosys, and Deloitte. the highest package offered is INR45.64 LPA, and the average package is around INR12-15 LPA.
* Facilities: Labs are well-equipped, and students have access to digital laboratories, Wi-Fi, and a library. Hostels are clean, and food is average. Sports facilities are available, but could be improved.
* Campus Life: Students enjoy the peace and quiet environment of Imphal city, but feel that campus life is relatively flat, with limited extracurricular activities.
* Faculty Support: Teachers are generally helpful and knowledgeable, willing to assist students with their queries.
* Scholarship: Although there aren't specific scholarships available for IIIT Manipur, students may be eligible for government-funded scholarships.

While there are areas of improvement, overall, IIIT Manipur appears to be a solid choice for those interested in pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields. With continuous efforts to upgrade infrastructure and enhance campus life, the college shows promise for its students' future prospects.

No, there is no provision for direct admission to IIIT Manipur. Candidates have to go through the admission process predefined by the institute. 

IIIT Manipur offers BTech and PhD programmes, admissions to which are based on performance of the candidate in the entrance exam accepted. The selection criteria for both programmes are mentioned below:

Course	Selection Criteria
BTech	JEE Mains
PhD	Academic Performance + GATE/ NET/ SLET+ Interview

 

To get admission to IIIT Manipur, candidates are required to appear for JEE Main exam and secure a good rank. To qualify for JEE Mains, an advanced and well-planned study plan is required. A good preparation strategy can help students in securing a seat for the BTech course at IIIT Manipur. Below are the pointers that can help students in the preparation for JEE Main entrance exam:

• Choose the reference books wisely
• Cross-check section-wise weightage & syllabus for all subjects covered in JEE Main
• Solve as many Mock Tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing FREE Downloadable JEE Main Mock Test Paper (with Solutions). 

• Revise as much as possible

• To secure admission into prestigious institutions such as the IITs, NITs and IIITs, it is essential for the aspirants to have a strong command on the material taught in their class 11 and class 12. Shiksha is offering free NCERT questions and solutions to aid JEE candidates in excelling in these classes. To access the NCERT solutions, click on the below links:

NCERT Class 11 Physics Solutions

NCERT Class 11 Chemistry Solutions

NCERT Class 11 Maths Solutions

• Solve previous year’s JEE question papers there are high chances of getting questions from there

The institute has a decent placement record of 85.20% of the batch placed during the 2024 drive. The highest package and average package for the academic year 2023-24 stood at INR 40 LPA and INR 8.70 LPA, respectively. Tabulated below are the key highlights of IIIT Manipur BTech placements for the past three years:

Particulars	BTech Placement Statistics (2022)	BTech Placement Statistics (2023)	BTech Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement rate	100%	81.60%	85.20%
Highest package	INR 45.64 LPA	INR 12.50 LPA	INR 40 LPA
Average package	N/A	INR 8.70 LPA	INR 8.70 LPA

Assam University and IIIT Manipur are both good institutions. According to the 2023 placement data, the highest package offered to BTech students at Assam University is INR 7 LPA (ECE) whereas the highest package offered to BTech students at IIIT Manipur is INR 12.50 LPA. Hence, IIIT Manipur is better in terms of placements. There are various things good about Assam University as well. So which is better depends on what the person is actually looking for in a college or university. 

Candidates preparing for IITs are only required to appear for the JEE Advanced entrance exam after qualifying JEE Main. Students who who secure above the 98th percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 2 should start preparing for JEE Advanced 2025 immediately. Those who score between 95th and 98th percentile should focus on improving their JEE Main score by taking multiple mock tests and practicing previous year's question papers. By analysing their strengths and weaknesses, candidates can identify their areas of proficiency and topics where they need improvement. If they can achieve full marks in their practice sessions, they can start preparing for JEE Advanced. However, if they cannot score full marks, it is recommended that they appear for multiple mock test series for more practice.