DA-IICT’s status
What is the status of DA-IICT? Is it a university, a college affiliated to any recognized university or any private institute still seeking for recognition/affiliation?
DA-IICT is a full-fledged state university (not a deemed university) since March 2003. University status has been conferred on it through a state Act of the Government of Gujarat on 6 March 2003.
Is DA-IICT recognized by UGC?
The University Grants Commission (UGC) of the Government of India has notified the inclusion of DA-IICT in the list of universities maintained by the UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act. This Notification was issued on 30 November 2004.
Has DA-IICT obtained/applied for AICTE approval?
DA-IICT does not fall under purview of AICTE for recognition of its program(s). MHRD has also come out with its directives to AICTE stating that it cannot send notices to any University/Deemed-to-be-University on recognition of the courses run by them. The above circular has been issued in April 2006.
Has DA-IICT obtained/applied for any other agencies’ approval/accreditation?
Being a full-fledged University, DA-IICT does not aspire for any such accreditation or approval.
Does DA-IICT belong to AIU (Association of Indian Universities)?
Yes, DA-IICT is a member of AIU (as approved by the AIU in its 84th Annual Meeting held during 12-14 November 2009).
Admission
How do I get admission in DA-IICT?
DA-IICT offers programs in B.Tech. (ICT), M.Tech. (ICT), M.Sc. (IT), M.Sc. (ICT in Agriculture and Rural Development), M.Des. (Multimedia) and Ph.D. Advertisement for respective admissions appears in major national dailies, generally during Dec-March with their eligibility criteria clearly mentioned. Admissions take place strictly as per the announcement made.
Can I obtain a MBA degree from DA-IICT?
No. DA-IICT is not a management institute.
Can I afford studying here? What is the fee structure of DA-IICT?
Contrary to the myth about any private institution, DA-IICT has a very nominal tuition fee structure. For B.Tech.(ICT) it is Rs 30,000* per semester, M.Tech.(ICT) it is Rs 25,000* per semester, M.Sc.(IT) – Rs 25,000 per semester, M.Sc.(ICT in Agriculture and Rural Development) – Rs 20,000 per semester, M.Des.(Multimedia) – Rs 33,000 per semester and Ph.D. – Rs 15,000 per semester.
* Likely to be revised.
Academics
How students get evaluated during the program?
DA-IICT follows a semester system, with standard letter grades on a 10-point scale (SPI/CPI). Grading is based on continuous evaluation throughout the semester and not simply on the final examination. A student is required to pass at least 26 core courses, 2 group electives, 2 science electives, 4 technical electives and 1 open elective along with 2 internships and a B. Tech. Project in a minimum of 8 regular and 1 summer semester.
How B.Tech. (ICT) program is laid out/planned?
The program includes:
- Core courses in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), basic sciences and mathematics, humanities and social sciences, communication skills
- . Track core courses in both Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) as well as Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) (six tracks have been identified, Software Development, Distributed Systems, Computer Systems, Communication Systems, Communication Engineering and VLSI Design and Analysis)
- Technical, Science and Open elective courses
- Two of the three offered internships in breaks (summer or winter).
- B Tech project (full semester)
- . In all there are 27 core courses (including 2 Individual Seminar courses) appropriately clubbed with tutorials and labs – wherever necessary, 2 track core courses, 2 science courses (as elective), 6 technical electives and 3 open electives along with 2 internships and one B.Tech. Project.
How much credit a student needs to earn for graduation?
The minimum total number of course credits (excluding internships and B Tech Project) is 143, of which 102 correspond to foundation courses. The remaining credits must be obtained through elective courses which may be group electives (minimum two courses), technical electives (minimum four courses), science electives (minimum two courses) or open electives (minimum one course). The minimum number of grade points required from course work for graduation is 715. For this requirement, Pass/Fail courses, internships and B Tech Project are not considered.
Financial Aid
Is there any assistantship or fellowship available for the B.Tech. (ICT) students?
Depending upon their CPI, they might get stipend in form of TAship during 7-8th semesters. Institute also offers scholarship for some students on merit and merit-cum-means basis.
Am I eligible for a scholarship?
Institute is offering two scholarships: Merit Scholarship and Merit-cum-means Scholarship based on All India rank of your admission result. This takes care of your tuition fee. If you are a good rank holder, may be among top five, you are definitely eligible for getting scholarship. Formal criteria for the scholarship will be announced at the time of counselling for admission.
Eligibility for other exams
Can I write for CAT after graduating from DA-IICT?
Certainly. The IIMs had placed membership of AIU as a criterion for admission. However, in the judgement (year 2005) by the Gujarat High Court, this criterion has been set aside. Many of our students have got admissions in these management institutes after clearing CAT or combined admission tests conducted by IITs for their management programs and similar programs of other premier institutions.
Are your students eligible for admission in IIMs?
There is no doubt in it that they are as eligible as any other graduates. At least 20-30 students get admissions offer from different Management Institutes including IIMs, SP Jain Institute Bombay, Narsee Monjee Inst of Management Studies Bombay, IITs, FMS Delhi, MDI Gurgaon, IMT Ghaziabad each year.
Can I get admission in foreign university for higher studies? Is DA-IICT’s degree recognized abroad?
At least 57 admission offers have been received by the students of the current passed-out batch (2006 B Tech) from various foreign universities of international repute for higher studies (MS, Ph D and MBA programs). The number remains almost same each year. Some of these universities are: MIT Media Lab, Carnegie Mellon, Columbia University, University of Minnesota, Stanford University, Purdue University, Georgia Tech, Cornell
University, Northwestern University, Arizona State University, Case Western Reserve University, Rochester Inst. of Technology, State University of New York at Buffalo, George Washington University, Univ of Florida (UFL), North Carolina State Univ (NCSU), Univ of Texas, Austin, Univ of Georgia, Univ of California, Irwin (UCI), Univ of Central Florida (UCF), Univ of Missouri Rolla (UMR), Auburn Univ, Alabama, Univ of Spain, Denmark Tech Univ (DTU), ISEP, France, Univ of Toronto, Canada.
Am I eligible for writing any competitive exams like one conducted by UPSC?
Though we do not keep track of students appearing in various competitive exams, for your clarity it has been reported that students of our institute did write exams of Civil Services and Indian Engineering Services (IES) conducted by UPSC.
Can I appear for GATE?
Students of our institute have also been appearing for GATE exams under the streams of CS, IT or EC. Many students are pursuing M.Tech. and Ph D from IITs.
Hostel and other infrastructure
Can a B.Tech. (ICT) student get hostel accommodation?
Residency, in form of hostel accommodation, is compulsory for a B.Tech. (ICT) student. There are separate hostels for boys (900 seats) and girls (195 seats) in the campus itself.
What is the security arrangement in the girls’ hostel?
A lady security staff remains on duty all the time at the entrance of the hostel. Girls cannot leave hostel premises after 01:00 hrs in night without permission of the warden. Boys are not allowed to go beyond the reception area of the hostel. No male guest can go to the room of any of the girls.
What are the facilities being provided in the campus in form of services for the students?
There are many, including Sports and Cultural Complex, a well-equipped gymnasium, Music Room, Open Air Theatre, Medical Centre, Cafeteria and Food courts, ATM and STD PCO on campus, Campus Shop, Book Shop, a truly green fully networked campus
What is the medical facility available for the students?
We have a medical centre in the Hall of Residence for Men in the campus. Daily two doctors (general physician) visit campus and a panel of medical specialists is also available. All students are covered under Group Mediclaim Insurance Policy (coverage of Rs. 15,000 per annum) and Personal Accident Insurance Policy (coverage of Rs. 50,000 per annum) on completion of certain formality after registration.
Placement
What is the statistics, in general, of the placement of DA-IICT graduates?
DA-IICT has been getting a consistent 100% campus placement every year since its first PG batch graduated in 2004 and first B.Tech. batch graduated in 2005.
What type of companies visit for campus placement regularly?
DA-IICT is a hot destination for companies like:
Microsoft, IBM, DirectI, Accenture, MindTree, Deloitte, JP Morgan , TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Texas Instruments, ST Microelectronics, HP, L&T, Reliance Communications, Saba Software, Open-Silicon, Argusoft and Patni Computers, Tech Mahindra.
What is the average salary does a student get during campus placement at DA-IICT?
Around Rs. 3.25 to 3.5 lacs gross per annum.
What is the highest salary ever offered to a DA-IICT student during campus placement?
Rs. 10.25 lacs gross per annum.
Has anybody got an offer from abroad during campus placement?
No. We have never invited a foreign based company during campus placement.
PG Admissions
What are the PG programs offered by DA-IICT?
DA-IICT offers M.Tech.(ICT), M.Sc.(IT), M.Sc.(ICT in Agriculture and Rural Development), M.Des.(Multimedia and Communication Design) and Ph.D. programs.
Are courses for different PG Programs run in semester pattern?
Yes. Courses run in two main semesters: Autumn (July – December) and Winter (January – May). A summer semester (May – July) is also run based on Academic requirement.
What is the duration of each PG program?
M.Tech.(ICT): 2-Year (Four semesters)
M.Sc.(IT): 2-Year (Four semesters)
M.Sc.(ICT-ARD): 2-Year (Four semesters)
M.Des.: 2-Year (Four semesters)
Ph.D.: 3-5 Years
Can I obtain a MBA degree from DA-IICT?
No. DA-IICT does not offer any MBA or degree/diploma in Management.
What is the fee structure of different PG Programs offered by DA-IICT?
Fee structure available in respective Program page. Visit different PG Programs in PG Admissions section.
Where do I get admission information for NRIs and Foreign Nationals?
Contact our International students’ cell. Information available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/international_student.html
How can I obtain the application form and other admission materials?
Application Form can be submitted online or by post. The detail instruction of application form submission is available in respective Program.
What is the Admission Test pattern and syllabus?
- Admission tests typically are based on objective type/multiple choice except for PhD and MDes candidates. A general guideline for the tests is as follows:
- MSc (IT): mathematical, analytical, and computer aptitude.
- MSc (ICT in ARD): analytical, logical, verbal, mathematical.
- MDes (Multimedia and Communication Design): design skills, creativity, and aptitude.
- PhD: problem-solving skills related to the relevant areas of specialization.
Are there any scholarships or financial assistance for students?
What are the facilities provided in the campus in form of services for the students?
There are many, including Sports and Cultural Complex, a well-equipped gymnasium, Music Room, Open Air Theatre, Medical Centre, Cafeteria and Food courts, ATM and STD PCO on campus, Campus Shop, Book Shop, a truly green fully networked campus.What is the medical facility available for the students?
We have a medical centre in the Hall of Residence for Men in the campus. Daily two doctors (general physician) visit campus and a panel of medical specialists is also available. All students are covered under Group Mediclaim Insurance Policy (coverage of Rs. 15,000 per annum) and Personal Accident Insurance Policy (coverage of Rs. 50,000 per annum) on completion of certain formality after registration.
What is the selection criterion for M.Tech. (ICT)?
Through a valid, sufficiently high, GATE score, followed by interviews/counselling.
How many seats available in M.Tech. (ICT) program?
Total 50. Out of which top 40 GATE scorers would be eligible for TAship/stipend for the first semester. Continuation of TAship/stipend depends on student’s performance.
Is there any management quota in M.Tech. (ICT) program?
No. Admission to M.Tech (ICT) program is completely based on merit list.
Where I can get details of M.Tech. (ICT) program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/mtech.html
What is the eligibility criterion of M.Tech. (ICT) program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/mtech.html
Is hostel facility available in DA-IICT for the M.Tech. (ICT) program?
Institute will do all possible attempts to provide hostel facility to girls’ students. Girls’ students who are outside Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will get first priority for hostel accommodation. Students from Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will be considered for hotel accommodation based on availability of rooms in our hostel. Boys can stay outside the campus or can be accommodated in Institute hostel based on their request and availability of rooms.
What is the job prospects after completion of M.Tech. (ICT) from DA-IICT?
After completion of M.Tech. from DA-IICT, you can represent as a hardware engineer, software developer, system architect, system analyst in leading industry, can pursue higher studies in India or abroad, can be a lecturer in institutions, or can be a scientist in R&D organization.
What is the selection criterion for M.Sc. (IT)?
Based on Entrance test followed by interview/counselling.
How many seats available in M.Sc. (IT) Program?
90.
Is there any management quota in M.Sc. (IT) Program?
No. Admission to M.Sc. (IT) program is completely based on merit list.
Where I can get details of M.Sc. (IT) Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/msit.html
What is the eligibility criterion of M.Sc. (IT) Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/msit.html
Is hostel facility available in DA-IICT for the M.Sc. (IT) Program?
Institute will do all possible attempts to provide hostel facility to girls’ students. Girls’ students who are outside Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will get first priority for hostel accommodation. Students from Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will be considered for hotel accommodation based on availability of rooms in our hostel. Boys can stay outside the campus or can be accommodated in Institute hostel based on their request and availability of rooms.
What is the job prospects after completion of M.Sc. (IT) from DA-IICT?
After completion of M.Sc. from DA-IICT, you can represent as a software engineer, system architect, system analyst in leading industry, can pursue higher studies in India or abroad, or can be a prospective academician in institutions.
What is the selection criterion for M.Des.?
Based on Entrance test followed by interview/counselling.
How many seats available in M.Des. Program?
20.
Is there any management quota in M.Des. Program?
No. Admission to M.Des. program is completely based on merit list.
Where I can get details of M.Des. Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/mdes.html
What is the eligibility criterion of M.Des. Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/mdes.html
Is hostel facility available in DA-IICT for the M.Des. Program?
Institute will do all possible attempts to provide hostel facility to girls’ students. Girls’ students who are outside Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will get first priority for hostel accommodation. Students from Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will be considered for hotel accommodation based on availability of rooms in our hostel. Boys can stay outside the campus or can be accommodated in Institute hostel based on their request and availability of rooms.
What is the job prospects after completion of M.Des. from DA-IICT?
After completion of M.Des. from DA-IICT, you can represent as a technical designer, system architect, system analyst in leading industry and R&D organizations, can pursue higher studies in India or abroad, or can be a prospective academician in institutions.
Is there CEED score weightage for Admission to M.Des. Program? >
Yes, admission for some seats prefers CEED scores.
What is the selection criterion for M.Sc. (ICT-ARD)?
Based on Entrance test followed by interview/counselling.
How many seats available in M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) Program?
20.
Is there any management quota in M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) Program?
No. Admission to M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) program is completely based on merit list.
Where I can get details of M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/msitagri.html
What is the eligibility criterion of M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/admissions/msitagri.html
Is hostel facility available in DA-IICT for the M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) Program?
Institute will do all possible attempts to provide hostel facility to girls’ students. Girls’ students who are outside Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will get first priority for hostel accommodation. Students from Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will be considered for hotel accommodation based on availability of rooms in our hostel. Boys can stay outside the campus or can be accommodated in Institute hostel based on their request and availability of rooms.
What is the job prospect after completion of M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) from DA-IICT?
After completion of M.Sc. (ICT-ARD) from DA-IICT, you can represent as a technical architect for rural and agricultural system, software developer, system analyst in leading industry and R&D organizations, can pursue higher studies in India or abroad, or can be a prospective academician in institutions.
What is the selection criterion for Ph.D.?
Based on Written test followed by interview.
How many seats available in Ph.D. Program?
No upper limit.
When can I apply for Ph.D. admission?
April-May and November-December in every year.
Where can I get details of Ph.D. Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/academics/phd.html
What is the eligibility criterion of Ph.D. Program?
It is available at: http://www.daiict.ac.in/daiict/academics/phd.html
Is hostel facility available in DA-IICT for the Ph.D. Program?
Institute will do all possible attempts to provide hostel facility to girls’ students. Girls’ students who are outside Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will get first priority for hostel accommodation. Students from Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad regions will be considered for hotel accommodation based on availability of rooms in our hostel. Boys can stay outside the campus or can be accommodated in Institute hostel based on their request and availability of rooms.