BBA in Aviation Management 

at Hindustan University, Kelambakkam

No, Hindustan University offers admission to all of its courses based on a valid score in the respective entrance exams. For the majority of UG courses from the streams of Science, Commerce, Humanities, Management and Law, the university conducts an in-house entrance exam, i.e., HITSCAT. For BTech course, students can apply via HISEEE, which is also an in-house entrance exam of Hindustan University. Apart from that, students can also get admission to various national level entrance exams such as CLAT/ GATE/ UGC NET, for specific courses. To find course-wise details for the accepted entrance exam, click here.

For admission to BBA programme at Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, candidates must have passed HSC/Plus Two or equivalent with a minimum of 50% in any stream. 

Note: Candidates whose date of birth falls on or after 1^stJuly 2004 are eligible to apply for HITSCAT 2024. The upper age limit for applying for HITSCAT 2024 is 23 years.

As per the latest report, Hindustan University attracted various recruiters for its 2024 placement session who offered a variety of job roles to the students across sectors, such as BFSI, IT, Education, FMCG, Consulting, and E-Commerce, etc. The leading companies that participated in the campus recruitment process for 2023-24 are listed in the table below:

Hindustan University Top Companies
Eurofins	TCS	IBM
Cognizant	EY	Wipro
BNY Mellon	Infosys	Capgemini

{Source: BCA students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:

* Good teaching staff: Most professors are well-qualified and helpful, providing regular doubt-clearing sessions and offering guidance throughout the program.
* Easy to pass semesters: With a relatively easy academic environment, most students find it straightforward to pass their semester exams.
* High placement rate: According to students' accounts, over 70% of graduates receive placements, with several companies offering decent salaries (Rs. 3-15 Lacs per annum).
* Industry connections: The university has ties with prominent companies like HCL, IBM, and Infosys, ensuring ample job opportunities upon graduation.
* World-class infrastructure: The college boasts modern laboratories, a state-of-the-art library, and excellent sports facilities, creating a conducive learning environment.

Cons:

* Limited internship opportunities: While some students mentioned receiving internships, others felt that the college could improve its provision of such programs.
* Salary packages may vary: Although many students received competitive salaries, some noted that the starting pay may not be extremely high.
* Teaching style limitations: A few students expressed dissatisfaction with the teaching approach, citing a lack of practical exposure and insufficient preparation for industrial requirements.

Overall, while Hindustan University's BCA programme has its strengths, particularly in terms of teaching staff, infrastructure, and placement rates, it's essential to weigh these positives against the potential drawbacks, especially regarding internship opportunities and salary packages. Ultimately, the decision to choose this programme depends on individual priorities and expectations.

At the UG level, Hindustan University offers a four-year BTech course across 15 specialisations, including two specialisations, which are offered in collaboration with IBM. These specialisations are Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Information Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, CSE (in collaboration with IBM), etc. These specialisations are further divided into multiple sub-specialisations.

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS) offers various UG, PG, Doctoral, and Integrated courses in popular streams such as Science, Engineering, Management, Humanities, Medical, etc. Candidates may have to pay for other components after getting selected for the course. Find below the HITS fees for some popular courses:

Course Name	Total Tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM	INR 1.2 Lacs - INR 4.3 lakh
BTech	INR 1.8 Lacs - INR 13 lakh
BBA	INR 1.1 Lacs - INR 2.5 lakh
BSc	INR 1.2 Lacs - INR 31.4 lakh
MTech	INR 90,000 to INR 1.8 lakh

Note: The total fee is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative.

Yes, HITS offers various scholarships to meritorious students and students belonging to SC/ ST/ EWS category. Recently, the institute also added scholarship schemes for the wards of Covid warriors. All Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science scholarship programmes are mentioned below:

1. SC/ ST Scholarship Government of India: Candidates, who belong to Tamil Nadu and have completed Class 12, are eligible for this scholarship. The annual income of the parents should not exceed INR 1 LPA. The candidates should not be in receipt of another scholarship/assistance from other sources. The scholarship can be renewed every year.
2. Merit cum Means Scholarship: The top scorers in Class 12 are awarded financial aid to pursue their higher studies in HITS. This scholarship is aimed at meritorious students from weaker sections.
3. Sports Scholarship: It gives special importance to the students who have excelled in sports over the years under its Sports Quota.
4. Dr Elizabeth Verghese Founder Scholarship: This scholarship has been instituted to empower girls with academic potential to pursue higher education and who are from lower-income families.
5. Merit Scholarship: The institute offers a tuition fee waiver for meritorious students.

To get direct admission to the BSc course of Hindustan University, students must pass the minimum eligibility and selection criteria. Admission to BSc course is based on the HITSCAT entrance exam. This exam is a mandatory step of the selection process that is proposed by the university.

Hindustan University offers good placements annually for its various courses like MBA, BPharma and BTech, etc. As per the latest report, a total of 1,364 students were placed and 93.94% placement rate was recorded during Hindustan University placements 2024. Further, the the highest package offered during the 2022 placement drive stood at INR 12.75 LPA. The key highlights of Hindustan University placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 4.5 LPA (BArch) INR 4.65 LPA (BTech)	INR 4.5 LPA (BArch) INR 4.60 LPA (BTech)
Students strength	1,445	1,452
Total students placed	1,384	1,364
Placement rate	95.78%	93.94%

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS) offers various UG, PG, Doctoral, and Integrated courses in popular streams Find below the HITS seat intake for some popular courses:

Course Name	Seat Intake
BTech	2,400
LLB	120
MBA	360