M.Tech. in Data Sciences 

at PICT, Pune Satara Road

PICT Pune cutoff for the M.Tech course is based on MHTCET M.Tech ranks followed by the round-wise counselling. Candidates with a valid scores in the exam are eligible for the further rounds. As per PICT Pune cutoff 2023 for M.Tech. in Data Sciences for Round 1 closed at 393 for the General category Home-State Quota candidates. The counselling for PICT Pune concluded after the release of Round 2 Seat Allotment. Tabulated below are the Round 1 and the Last Round closing ranks for PICT Pune cutoff 2023 for the General category candidates belonging to Home-State Quota:

Course	Round 1 Closing Rank	Last Round Closing Rank
M.Tech. in Data Sciences	393	23

Yes, you can join the Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT) for the M.Tech programme without GATE through the management quota seats. The institute offers direct admission to some courses, including M.Tech, through management quota seats for students who may not have a valid GATE score. By paying the management quota fees set by the college, applicants can secure admission to the M.Tech programme at PICT without GATE.

Yes, It is possible to get direct admission to the M.Tech programs at Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT) through the management quota seats. You need to pay the management quota fees as determined by the college administration.

The number of seats available for M.Tech at Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT) is as follows:

M.Tech in Data Sciences: 12 seats

M.E. in Computer Engineering: 12 seats

M.E. in Information Technology: 18 seats

M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering: 6 seats

M.Tech in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering: 18 seats

The total number of seats available for M.Tech programs at PICT is 66.

To gain admission to the M.Tech programme at Pune Institute of Computer Technology, candidates must fulfill certain prerequisites. These include holding a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with at least a 50% aggregate, possessing a valid GATE score, and completing the online application process. Fulfilling these criteria is imperative for securing admission, indicating a structured procedure rather than a straightforward one.

PICT Pune cutoff 2023 for BE/ BTech has been released upto MHT CET Round 3 Seat Allotment results for General Home State category students. Candidated can check out PICT Pune BE and BTech Round 1 and the Last Round closing Percentiles for branch-wise cutoff 2023, refer to the table given below for the General category Home State Quota:

Course	R1 (Closing Rank)	Last Round (Closing Rank)
B.E. in Computer Engineering	99.68	99.58
B.E. in Information Technology	99.47	99.4
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science	99.42	99.31
B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering	98.97	98.59
B.Tech. in Electronics and Computer Engineering	99.16	99.06

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

Good Choice

* Placements: The majority of students agree that PICT has excellent placements, with over 90% of students placed every year. The highest package offered is INR 1.2 Crore, and the average package ranges from INR 12-13 LPA.
* Facilities: Students appreciate the good infrastructure, classrooms, and labs, with Wi-Fi connectivity available throughout the campus. The library is well-equipped, and there are separate reading halls for students.
* Faculty: Reviewers praise the faculty for being knowledgeable and helpful, with many professors holding Ph.D.s and having industry experience.
* Course curriculum: The course curriculum is considered relevant and up-to-date, preparing students for careers in the industry.

Room for Improvement

* Hostels: Some students find the hostels to be cramped and limited, with a first-come-first-served policy for accommodation.
* Campus life: While the college has a few events and festivals, students mention that the campus life could be better, with limited recreational facilities and activities.

Overall, BE/BTech at PICT appears to be a good choice for students looking for a strong educational foundation, relevant coursework, and good placements. However, some areas for improvement include hostel accommodations and campus life.

Note: The answer is based solely on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni mentioned in the text and does not contain any external information.

NIT Manipur JEE Main cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to the BTech courses. During the Round 1 cutoff, the closing rank for CSE was 25886 for the General category students under the AII India Quota. Among OBC candidates, the closing rank for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering stood at 8750. Candidates seeking admisison to NIT Manipur can refer to the table below to check out the Round 1 closing ranks for BTech in CSE course for various categories under the AI quota: 

Category	JEE Main 2024 Expected Cutoff
Common Rank List	90-91
Gen-EWS	75-76
OBC-NCL	73-74
SC	51-52
ST	37-38
PwD	0.0013527

The Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT) can be considered a Tier 1 engineering college. The key points are:

• In the Shiksha.com discussion, experts have also confirmed that PICT is a Tier 1 college. 

• The PICT Strategic Development Plan document also mentions the institute's goal to "Increase the interaction with Tier-1/Tier-2 Industries", implying that PICT itself is considered a Tier 1 institution.

• PICT has been ranked 8th on the list of best engineering colleges in India by the Edu-Rand Rankings in 2016.

• The Reddit discussion also suggests that PICT is a Tier 1 college, while VIT Pune is considered a Tier 2 college. 

Therefore, based on the multiple sources provided, the Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT) can be categorized as a Tier 1 engineering college in India.