Which institute is better for pursuing computer science engineering: Galgotias Chandigarh or LPU?

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N Pathania · Answer

Hi, Well in my opinion, I will recommend Lovely Professional University. LPU is the best private university to go for B.Tech, it is one of the top 5 universities of India, providing quality education, innovative pedagogy and unbeatable placements both national and international. LPU provides a great academic exposure to its students. It provides a chance to the students to attend guest lectures or workshops, so that they get to learn as much as they can. The students also work on live projects, so that they are able to apply their knowledge to practical settings. It is one of the few that has embraced international practices when it comes to designing a curriculum. Instead of using old school books and lectures, LPU has experimented with books, interactive problem-solving interactions and working through real-world applications. LPU provides ample opportunities to each and every eligible student to secure good placement with the help of a dedicated Division of Career Services. The university has been ranked high by various outer agencies with regard to placements. LPU is conferred with National Employ-ability Award 2020 by Aspiring Minds for the 7th time in a row for having Most Employable Students and being one among the top colleges and universities in India with one of the highest Employ-ability rates. Companies that recruit from IIT's, Iims also recruit the students of LPU. Companies like Microsoft, Google, Oracle, Amazon, Cognizant Technology Solutions, TCS, Tech Mahindra, Amdocs, Capgemini, Verizon, SAP Labs, Qualcomm, Drishti Soft Solutions, L&T Infotech, Tek Systems, Alight Solutions, Tivo Corporation, Wipro, Interviewbit, LG Soft India, Click Labs, PEGA, Bosch, Samsung, Voltas, Lava, Vodafone, L&T Infotech, PEGA and many more visit LPU for placement of students.

vaani · Answer

Lovely Professional University offers a strong and experience‑driven environment for pursuing Computer Science Engineering, making it a very competitive choice when compared with institutes like Galgotias or Chandigarh locations. At LPU, the CSE curriculum is designed to balance core theory with practical application, covering areas such as algorithms, data structures, operating systems, database management, web development, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cybersecurity. The focus on hands‑on learning is supported by modern labs, innovation centers, hackathons, coding competitions, and project‑based assessments that build real‑world skills beyond textbook knowledge. LPU also emphasizes industry readiness through its training and placement cell, which works continuously with students on resume building, aptitude and technical interview preparation, communication skills, and internship support. A broad range of recruiters visit the campus each year, including software companies, product firms, IT services organisations, and analytics teams, offering roles that align with current technology trends. While top packages are influenced by individual performance and skill sets, many students secure respectable offers, and scholarships based on entrance tests or academic merit help reduce the financial burden for eligible candidates. The campus environment at LPU is vibrant and diverse, with students from across India and abroad, promoting cultural exchange, collaboration, and holistic development through extracurricular activities, clubs, events, and community initiatives. In terms of global exposure, LPU has partnerships with universities in multiple countries, allowing students to consider international immersion or exchange programmes. When comparing LPU with Galgotias or a Chandigarh institute, LPU's balanced blend of academics, practical exposure, placements, scholarships, and rich student life offers a compelling choice for many aspiring CSE students who want a comprehensive and career‑focused engineering experience.

Poonam Angural · Answer

The CSE professionals can work as a computer programmer, data scientist, systems analyst, software developer, hardware engineer, IT consultant, system engineer, system designer, IT specialist, networking engineer, etc. Though both the universities are good in terms of academics but being an alumni of LPU let me explain the things in detail. Computer Science and Engineering programme is a popular branch among students and offers decent job opportunities after graduation. Students who are interested in programming, software development, computer Science and have good analytical and reasoning skills may pursue this course. With the high demand of computer Science and technology in the industry, B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering courses have gained potential which land students in various positions- Systems Analyst, Web Developer, Finance Programmer, Software Engineer, Product Manager, Game Developer, and many more. The University has tie ups with variuos industries like Google, Intel, DellEMC, BOSCH, CISCO, VMware IT academy, PEGA, Automation Everywhere, CompTIA in order to keep the students in pace with the changing technological advances. Tie ups with industry also enables the content delivery by Industry Experts, Projects in Collaboration with Industry and Internships to provide practical hands on experience. Industry certifications, MOOCs, Hackathons / Co-curricular Competitive events, Workshops, Guest lectures, Educational Trips, Live projects, Incubation projects, Community projects, projects with NGOs etc. Are an integral part of curriculum. LPU has the best placement for B.Tech CSE. Tanya Arora, a final year B.Tech Computer Science Engineering student of Lovely Professional University, has bagged a whopping Rs 42 Lac job offer from Microsoft. LPU alumni, Utkarsh, placed at Google HQs in Silicon Valley Rs. 1Cr. + package. LPU becomes the favourite landing place for top recruiters like Cognizant Technology Solutions, Tech Mahindra, Capgemini, Amazon, Bosch Engineering, Tata Consultancy services, Meditab and many more. I believe this information helps.

Niharika Singh · Answer

Hi, CSE is not an ordinary field! It's highly dynamic and competitive. The syllabi need to be updated continuously as you never know when the technologies can be rendered obsolete. So it would be best if you compared them on the following parameters. Curriculum development: Is the curriculum at the university is upgraded with industry inputs. Teaching pedagogy: Your college must have experiential learning practices. More the practical, better it is. Infrastructure: To support the practical and theoretical aspects of the curriculum. Internships: For learning hands in real-time situations. Professional enhancement: The college must focus on personality development, soft skills, interpersonal skills, work ethics, etc. Technologies: The curriculum must include training on cutting-edge technologies like SAP, GitHub, etc. Student diversity: When the class comprises diverse nationalities, students learn working in corporate, teamwork, and cross-cultural sensibilities. Faculty: High caliber and research-oriented. Industry interface: There must be regular industry interactions, seminars, conferences, visits, and mentorship programs. Entrepreneurship projects: The universities need to have design thinking, innovation. Placements: After all, it boils down to placements; the university must attract many companies for recruitment and offer good salaries. My experience tells me that LPU has excelled in all these parameters, way beyond any other private university. So, go for LPU. Thanks.

Gagan Chopra · Answer

I am talking about LPU only because I have seen the things in LPU with my own eyes as per my experience in LPU as alumni, LPU is an outstanding place to pursue your studies. I have experienced in LPU as a student and I learned plenty of things during my graduation. LPU provides a beautiful infrastructure and all required resources to students and staff. I will highly recommended that if you really want to make your career with good level of education then you should go for LPU. When I was seeking college for admission for my graduation, I was quite confused. But after a long comparison with all relevant facts and figures I joined LPU and now I am an alumni of LPU and Decision for LPU was best decision of my life. LPU gave me extra edge in everything. LPU is Great in teaching, placements, infrastructure or other facilities. LPU has around 2300 faculty members in the university. It has experienced, specialised and well qualified faculty members. LPU has earned many affiliations, recognition and accreditation and mark itself among the few of the top private universities. LPU has earned many affiliations, recognition and accreditation and mark itself among the few of the top private universities. Moreover the placement opportunities in LPU are much better than other private universities as it is ranked the 5th amongst the other universities for its placement records. More than 550 companies visit every year for such activities and campus-recruitment of students from LPU and this year for batch graduating in 2020, already more than 500 placement/internship drives have been conducted till January 2020 with leading industry giants (more than 90% being MNCs) such as Amazon, Tech Mahindra, ITC, Trident Group, Cognizant Technology Solutions etc. And generating more than 3000 offers just in the first half of the academic session. I believe that you should visit LPU campus.

Lovely Professional University · Answer

Ashish, if you are looking for quality education and good placements along with learned faculty working hard on you to get you placed in the best of the companies, then LPU is the place for you to go for. LPU has made a good name for itself in a short span of time by working hard for it students in terms of education, faculty, placements, infrastructure, etc. It works for the overall development of its students. Its main aim is to provide students with ample exposure both in the form of theoretical and practical knowledge for which there is much emphasis on workshops, live projects etc along with class room teaching. The university has made quality education possible for all by providing good scholarships under different categories. CSE is one of the branches that has most and best placements.

Vishal Chauhan · Answer

Dear Ashish, All three colleges are these best for CSE branch. Chandigarh University provide good placement every year than Galgotias but in terms of fee & city, Chandigarh University & LPU will be more costly so I think you should choose Galgotia University.

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