Which one is better among IT and food technology in LPU in terms of placements? I'm going to pursue my B.Tech course in LPU.

<p>In terms of placements at LPU, both IT and Food Technology have their unique advantages, but generally, IT tends to offer broader and more frequent placement opportunities, especially in the tech industry. The IT industry has a high demand for skilled professionals across various fields such as software development, cybersecurity, data analysis, cloud computing, and AI. Major tech companies like TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, and Wipro frequently recruit from LPU's IT programs. IT graduates typically have access to higher-paying jobs, especially in software development and tech management roles. Food technology is a niche field with opportunities in sectors like food production, quality control, food safety, research and development, and supply chain management. Graduates may work with companies like Nestle, PepsiCo, Britannia, or food research institutions. The salary packages in food technology are generally more modest compared to those in IT, but there is still good potential for growth, especially for those pursuing advanced research roles or entrepreneurial ventures. If you're aiming for better placement opportunities and higher salary potential, the IT programme might be a better option. However, if you have a passion for food sciences and innovation, Food Technology can also offer fulfilling career paths, albeit in a more niche market.</p>

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<p>HELLO</p><p>Both&nbsp;<strong>IT (Information Technology)</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Food Technology</strong>&nbsp;at&nbsp;<strong>LPU</strong>&nbsp;offer excellent opportunities in terms of placements, but the choice depends on your career interests and industry preferences.</p><p>For&nbsp;<strong>IT</strong>, LPU has a&nbsp;<strong>strong placement record</strong>, with top recruiters like&nbsp;<strong>Google, Microsoft, Amazon, TCS, Accenture</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Infosys</strong>&nbsp;actively hiring from the campus. The&nbsp;<strong>IT sector</strong>&nbsp;continues to expand rapidly, with increasing demand for professionals in areas like&nbsp;<strong>software development</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>data science</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>cybersecurity</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>artificial intelligence</strong>. LPU's emphasis on&nbsp;<strong>practical exposure</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>industry internships</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>placement training</strong>&nbsp;ensures that IT students are highly competitive in the job market.</p><p>On the other hand, &nbsp;<strong>Food Technology</strong>&nbsp;is a growing field, with opportunities in the&nbsp;<strong>food processing</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>biotech</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>pharmaceutical industries</strong>. Companies like&nbsp;<strong>Nestlé</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>PepsiCo</strong>, &nbsp;<strong>Coca-Cola</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Britannia</strong>&nbsp;are known to hire food technology graduates. LPU also has collaborations with leading food companies and offers&nbsp;<strong>internships</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>live projects</strong>&nbsp;that provide real-world exposure to the field.</p><p>Ultimately, both fields offer strong placement prospects, but&nbsp;<strong>IT</strong>&nbsp;has a wider and more dynamic job market. If you are passionate about technology and innovation, IT may be a better option in terms of placement potential. However, &nbsp;<strong>Food Technology</strong>&nbsp;also offers great opportunities in its specific industry sector.</p>

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<p>When comparing IT and Food Technology at LPU in terms of placements, IT tends to have better placement opportunities, both in terms of the number of recruiters and the salary packages offered. Here's a detailed comparison:</p><p><strong>Information Technology (IT):</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li><strong>Placement Opportunities:</strong> IT is one of the most in-demand fields. LPU attracts top recruiters like Microsoft, Amazon, Infosys, Capgemini, and TCS.</li><li><strong>Average Package:</strong> Generally, ranges from ?14.97LPA for most students, with top offers exceeding ?62 LPA.</li><li><strong>Job Roles:</strong> Software Developer, Data Analyst, System Engineer, AI Specialist, etc.</li><li><strong>Industry Demand:</strong> The IT sector consistently shows high demand for skilled professionals.</li></ul><p><strong>Food Technology:</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li><strong>Placement Opportunities:</strong> The food industry is growing, but placements in this field are generally more specialised and limited compared to IT. Companies like Nestlé, Amul, Britannia, and ITC recruit food tech graduates.</li><li><strong>Average Package:</strong> Typically ranges from ?8.79 LPA, with some roles offering up to ?12 LPA.</li><li><strong>Job Roles:</strong> Quality Analyst, Food Technologist, R&amp;D Specialist, Production Manager.</li><li><strong>Industry Demand:</strong> While the sector is expanding, it does not match the scale or pace of IT in terms of job creation.</li></ul>

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Hello, Deciding which branch to choose depends upon your interest. Choosing Food Tech from LPU is definitely a good option. Food Technology is a Science branch that deals with the techniques involved in production, processing, preservation, packaging, labeling, quality management, and distribution of food products. The field also involves techniques and processes that are used to transform raw materials into food. Extensive research goes behind making food items edible as well as nutritious. As deep as we go into the dimensions of food technology, we require professionals in this field. And, this has led to the emergence of food technology courses. There are a plethora of opportunities for students who wish to pursue a course in food technology. Graduates or postgraduates in the course can seek jobs in different domains such as restaurants, catering establishments, hospitals, food processing companies, etc. This programme at LPU is designed for Constructing strong basic foundation in concepts of food processing and preservation, thus crafting skillful and notion ready food experts for addressing the malnutrition and food security challenges LPU is having Tie ups with industry for-Content delivery by industry experts -Projects in collaboration with industry -Internships to engage deeply in hands on real-life situations. 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. Corporate jobs- Multiple options or sub-pathways designed according to the competency of the students to prepare them for specific sectors/job profiles as per needs of industry. Higher studies- This pathway prepares students for competitive examinations such as GATE UGC NET CAT MAT etc. And helps in their progression in higher studies / research. 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 maximum. 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. All the Best.

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Hi Niharika, LPU offers B.Sc. Food Tech and B.Tech Food Tech as well. At LPU, these programs are constructing strong basic foundation in concepts of food processing and preservation, thus crafting skillful and notion ready food experts for addressing the malnutrition and food security challenges. # The eligibility criteria for this programme is Pass with 60% aggregate marks in 10+2 (with English, Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology or Biotechnology or Food Processing as vocational subject) or equivalent. For a candidate, who has not studied English as a subject, the condition of English may be waived off provided the candidate in his qualifying exam has studied in English medium. (5% relaxation to North East states and Sikkim candidates/ Defence Personnel and their Dependents/ Wards of Kashmir Migrants). # 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 and helping to achieve new heights of learning. # Credit transfer feature is another ladder to success. - - Study Abroad: Semester/ Year abroad / Summer School - Foreign Degree Get a foreign degree through international collaborations (2 year in India and 2 years abroad or 2 year in India and 1 year abroad or 1 year in India and 1 year abroad). # LPU has certain Tie ups with industry, where students can get many content delivery by industry experts, Projects in collaboration with industry Internships to engage deeply in hands on real-life situations. # After completing these degrees, student can proceed further for higher studies. However, remarkable placement records of LPU for each and every degree course are enough to provide decent jobs. Multiple options or sub-pathways designed according to the competency of the students to prepare them for specific sectors/job profiles as per needs of industry. # So, Lovely Professional University would be the best one step destination to proceed your higher education in food technology. I hope this would be helpful to you.

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Hi, both of these courses are fine at LPU. It depends on your participation in the course you want to take. The LPU offers enough opportunities for each and every deserving student to achieve a successful placement. For this cause, all divisions of the LPU are very well located. The university has also been ranked high by external bodies with respect to the placement of our students. Choose the area in which you are involved. You're certainly going to succeed in that area. Good luck.

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<p>Choosing between IT and Food Technology for a B.Tech at LPU depends on your interests and career aspirations. IT focuses on software development, data management, and system design, while Food Technology emphasizes food processing, quality assurance, and innovation in the food industry. Both fields have promising career prospects, but placements vary based on demand in respective sectors. &nbsp;</p><p>For IT, eligibility typically requires 60% in 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and English, with admission through LPUNEST or JEE Mains. Food Technology usually has similar eligibility criteria but emphasizes Chemistry alongside Physics and Mathematics. Both programs offer hands-on learning through labs, projects, and industry exposure. &nbsp;</p><p>IT at LPU generally offers higher placement packages due to the booming tech industry. Companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Infosys recruit IT graduates, offering packages INR 50 LPA.&nbsp;</p><p>While IT has a broader job market, Food Technology provides niche opportunities in a growing sector. Your choice should align with your passion and career goals.</p>

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<div><div dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="a24729ad-5f70-4a0a-a1b0-a51ccf94b7b4" data-message-model-slug="gpt-4o-mini"><div><div><p>Both <strong>IT (Information Technology)</strong> and <strong>Food Technology</strong> at <strong>LPU</strong> offer excellent opportunities in terms of placements, but the choice depends on your career interests and industry preferences.</p><p>For <strong>IT</strong>, LPU has a <strong>strong placement record</strong>, with top recruiters like <strong>Google, Microsoft, Amazon, TCS, Accenture</strong>, and <strong>Infosys</strong> actively hiring from the campus. The <strong>IT sector</strong> continues to expand rapidly, with increasing demand for professionals in areas like <strong>software development</strong>, <strong>data science</strong>, <strong>cybersecurity</strong>, and <strong>artificial intelligence</strong>. LPU's emphasis on <strong>practical exposure</strong>, <strong>industry internships</strong>, and <strong>placement training</strong> ensures that IT students are highly competitive in the job market.</p><p>On the other hand, <strong>Food Technology</strong> is a growing field, with opportunities in the <strong>food processing</strong>, <strong>biotech</strong>, and <strong>pharmaceutical industries</strong>. Companies like <strong>Nestlé</strong>, <strong>PepsiCo</strong>, <strong>Coca-Cola</strong>, and <strong>Britannia</strong> are known to hire food technology graduates. LPU also has collaborations with leading food companies and offers <strong>internships</strong> and <strong>live projects</strong> that provide real-world exposure to the field.</p><p>Ultimately, both fields offer strong placement prospects, but <strong>IT</strong> has a wider and more dynamic job market. If you are passionate about technology and innovation, IT may be a better option in terms of placement potential. However, <strong>Food Technology</strong> also offers great opportunities in its specific industry sector.</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div>&nbsp;</div></div></div>

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