Which one is better: Mechanical engineering in IIT Kharagpur or Computer Science in a mediocre NIT?

For direct admission into DCRUST, Sonepat (Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology) B.Tech Mechanical Engineering as a Diploma holder, you need to apply through the Lateral Entry route. Here's how it works:

 Admission Pathway for Diploma Holders

• Eligibility:
  • Must have completed

With a JEE Main rank around 3 Lacs (Home State quota, EWS/General category), admission into UIET Kurukshetra (KUK) for Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is possible, but not guaranteed for the first JoSAA rounds. Let me break it down:

UIET Kurukshetra Admission via HSTES (Home State Quota)

• Mode of

BTech in Mechanical Engineering course at Sharda University is offered in two specialisations which include BTech in ME in Mechatronics and Advanced Electric Vehicles.

BTech in ME (Advanced Electric Vehicles) course is offered by Sharda University in conjunction with L&T Edutech. 

Yes, there are many Mechanical Engineering colleges in India without any entrance exam or accept direct admission of candidates. Listed below are some of the top colleges -

Source: Official site and may vary.

Listed below are the top private BTech in Mechanical Engineering colleges in India with their tuition fees -

Source: Official site and may vary.