B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering 

at SVNIT Surat, Surat

No, it is not possible to get admission to BTech in SVNIT Surat without appearing for JEE Main. The Joint Entrance Examination JEE Main is a mandatory entrance examination for admission to undergraduate engineering programs (BTech) at the National Institutes of Technology (NITs) including SVNIT Surat, Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other participating institutes. The admission to SVNIT Surat is done through a centralized counselling process conducted by the JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) based on the JEE Main rank and the preference of the candidates. So, it is essential to qualify in JEE Main to be eligible for admission to BTech at SVNIT Surat.

The average package that the SVNIT BTech students secured in 2020, 2021 and 2022 are INR 13.32 LPA, INR 14.18 LPA and INR 15.22 LPA respectively. And the total tuition fee for BTech at SVNIT is INR 5 lakh. Considering the total tuition fee and the package secured this seems like a good return on investment. For job placements, companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Mastercard, Capgemini, JP Morgan, Airtel, L&T, and many more come to the campus.

Class 12 in the Science stream with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational Subject is the basic eligibility for BTech offered at SVNIT Surat.

SVNIT Surat BTech cutoff 2023 for Electronics & Communication Engineering was 5533 for OBC category. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in JEE Main, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. It also varies if the applicant is a female.

The branch-wise highest, average and minimum package offered during SVNIT Surat BTech placements 2025 is presented below:

Branch	Highest Package (2025)	Average Package (2025)	Median Package (2025)
Computer Science	INR 52 LPA	INR 16.73 LPA	INR 15.19 LPA
Electronics Engg.	INR 32.82 LPA	INR 14.03 LPA	INR 13.17 LPA
Electrical	INR 14 LPA	INR 9.21 LPA	INR 8 LPA
Mechanical	INR 20 LPA	INR 9.29 LPA	INR 11 LPA
Chemical	INR 21 LPA	INR 9.83 LPA	INR 7.5 LPA
Civil	INR 13 LPA	INR 8.27 LPA	INR 7.5 LPA

Note: The above-mentioned packages for 2025 are updated till Oct 28, 2024 and may vary once the final placement report is out.

The branch-wise highest, average and minimum package offered during SVNIT Surat BTech placements 2024 is presented below:

Branch	Highest Package (2024)	Average Package (2024)	Median Package (2024)
Computer Science	INR 52.71 LPA	INR 16.32 LPA	INR 15.11 LPA
Electronics Engg.	INR 46.15 LPA	INR 12.75 LPA	INR 11.40 LPA
Electrical	INR 36.42 LPA	INR 10.14 LPA	INR 8.50 LPA
Mechanical	INR 19.90 LPA	INR 8.91 LPA	INR 8.50 LPA
Chemical	INR 21 LPA	INR 9.45 LPA	INR 7.79 LPA
Civil	INR 11.67 LPA	INR 6.79 LPA	INR 6.80 LPA

No, you cannot get admission to SVNIT Surat for BTech programme if you don't clear JEE Main. SVNIT BTech College level seats are allocated through JEE Main counselling via Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) based on the rank and preference of candidates. So it is an essential condition for eligibility to qualify JEE Main. It is mandatory that you score well in JEE Main, to apply for the BTech Programme of SVNIT Surat.

Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat admission to its cousres is entrance based followed by counselling for its flagship cousres. Candidates who qualifies the eligibility criteria as per the institutions admission guidelines are eligible for the for SVNIT Surat. Tabulted below are NIT Surat cousres along with their eligibility and selection criteria:

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
BTech	Class 12 in the Science stream with Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational Subject	JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling
MTech	BTech/ B.Arch or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA	GATE
Integrated MSc	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects	JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling
PhD	Master's degree	UGC NET/ GATE

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

SNVIT Surat BTech admission is based on the entrance exam. Candidates who want admission must first meet the basic criteria for eligibility and then take the entrance exam. SNVIT Surat BTech admissions are based on JEE Main scores, followed by JoSAA counselling. Candidates must secure a 75% or above percentile to get admission to BTech courses offered by SNVIT Surat. The basic eligibility criteria to get admission to SNVIT Surat is to pass Class 12 with a 75% aggregate in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or Biology or Biotechnology or Technical Vocational Subject.

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of what current students and alumni think:

* Pros: SVNIT Surat has a good infrastructure, with well-maintained labs, libraries, and hostels. The campus is vast, with plenty of green spaces. The college has a strong culture of extra-curricular activities, with numerous clubs and societies. Students praise the faculty, saying they are helpful and knowledgeable.
* Cons: Placement rates for B.Sc. students are relatively low, with only around 40% of students being placed in companies or coaching institutes. Salaries are generally lower, ranging from 3-6 LPA. Some students express disappointment with the lack of industry exposure and limited job opportunities.
* Courses: The college offers a range of B.Sc. courses, including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students appreciate the variety of subjects and electives available.
* Events: SVNIT Surat hosts regular events, including the annual fest "Sparsh," which attracts participants from across the region. Students also participate in national-level competitions and quizzes.
* Infrastructure: The college has recently built new buildings and upgraded existing ones. Laboratories are equipped with modern instruments, and classrooms are air-conditioned.
* Food and accommodations: Students rave about the quality of food in the hostel mess, particularly the women's hostel. Hostel rooms are comfortable, with single-sharing accommodation available.
* Teaching quality: While some teachers are praised for their effectiveness, others are criticized for being unhelpful or lacking industry experience.
* Scholarships: The college offers merit-based and need-based scholarships to eligible students.

Overall, while SVNIT Surat has its strengths, students seeking B.Sc. degrees may want to weigh the pros and cons carefully before making a decision.