SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan

Admission: The teachers here are really supportive. They always help us out during our studies and guide us in building a strong career. Even though the semesters are tough, the teachers grade us well, which helps us get good CGPA scores. The passing rate is 50%, so you gotta work hard but it's worth it.

Placement: I go to ITER, an engineering college in Odisha. Most of my classmates already got jobs with good pay, and the highest salary is 34 LPA. Many big companies are coming to hire us, even for internships or direct jobs. TCS is the top recruiter here. Thanks to my college and teachers for all the help!

Campus: The college has good infrastructure with well-maintained Wi-Fi, classrooms, and other facilities. We can enjoy quality food, sports facilities, and cultural events. The classrooms are in good shape, and some are even smart classrooms.

Admission: The teachers were really helpful. The course I took was definitely worth the money. The semester wasn't as hard as we expected. Most students passed, around 80-85 percent. Those who skipped classes had to make up for it by taking exams later.

Placement: Around 20-30 students landed jobs with salaries ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month. Most of them were placed in Hyderabad or Chandigarh. Everyone in our batch got internships every year from the 1st to the 5th year. Our course mostly prepares us to work as legal advisors.

Campus: The college had good facilities like Wi-Fi, labs, AC classrooms, and a library. Food was okay, and they even had a special dinner every month. If there was a medical emergency, an ambulance would show up quickly, and it didn't cost anything for students.

Admission: The teachers here are really nice and helpful. Some of them go out of their way to help us. They teach well and we learn a lot. This course prepares us well for the industry. The exams are challenging, but with some effort, we can do well.

Placement: In 2024, lots of students are getting placed here  around 85%! The highest salary is 45 LPA, and the lowest is 3.5 LPA. TCS, Concentrix, and Cognizant are the top companies that hire here. None of us in my course have landed an internship yet. We can choose from different Data Science and programming roles in my course.

Campus: The college has the best library in Odisha, and the labs have Wi-Fi. Classrooms are cool with AC, and there are fun gaming options. The food in the mess is pretty good, and we have a top-notch medical center. Plus, there's a sports complex for all kinds of games.

Admission: The teachers at this college are awesome! They explain things well. Sometimes they speak in Odia, but it's not a big deal. The semester exams are not too tough. You can get a good CGPA by studying the night before.

Placement: The placements here are okay, but you really have to stand out to get a good job. They look for students with a CGPA of 8.2-8.5 or higher. Most companies that come for placements are mass recruiters or startups. If you manage to get an 8 CGPA, you might end up with a package of around 3-4 lakhs per year.

Campus: The campus is pretty big, around 50-60 acres. There aren't many outdoor grounds, just one basketball court and an indoor badminton court. The food in the mess is okay, they serve Odia dishes four days a week. Just remember, you can't leave the college after 8 p.m.

Admission: I was lucky to have really great teachers during my time at this college. They helped me a lot. I'm totally happy with my experience here. The teachers make sure we learn enough to do well in exams. The course content is practical and beneficial for those aiming for GATE. They cover all the subjects we need to know. The semester exams are not too hard if you attend classes regularly.

Placement: Most students in my course get jobs after graduating. The ServiceNow company offers the highest pay at 42 LPA, while TCS pays the least at 3.3 LPA. Big companies like Lenovo, IBM, and others, including the BIG 4, hire from our college. TCS is a big recruiter here and hires many students. Some students even intern at places like Samsung and Akamai during their 2nd year. The popular job roles are data analyst and consulting.

Campus: The Wi-Fi, labs, and classrooms are good here. The environment is nice and clean. They keep everything hygienic. The facilities are good, with daily room cleaning. The food is just okay. They have medical facilities, even their own ambulances. Plus, they offer discounts for students. We have sports competitions like box cricket and a football turf on campus.

Admission: The teachers here are really great. They know their stuff and are super nice. Exams aren't too hard if you study a bit. The subjects we learn are actually useful. The teachers make sure we're ready for the job market.

Placement: Most students get placed here, around 70-75%. The best offer is from ServiceNow, 42.6 LPA, and the lowest is TCS with 3.35 LPA. The average package is 4.25 LPA. The main companies hiring for our course are ServiceNow, Capgemini, Accenture, Deloitte, and Cognizant.

Campus: The campus has good infrastructure, and the library is awesome with fast Wi-Fi. It's got a great cooling system and lots of books. The hostel offers different room options based on what students want, like 4 sharing or 2 sharing rooms. Overall, I really like the facilities here.

Admission: The teachers here are really helpful and know their stuff. Some of them are great, but not all of them teach in a way I like. The semester exams aren't too tough, but not everyone passes. We should try to get more students passing for sure.

Placement: Most students get the same package, around 80%. Tata is a big company that hires a lot of students from here. Only a few students get internships through the college. Usually, about two students per batch land internships from the college.

Campus: The hostel is nice, but the bathrooms could be cleaner. It's a bummer that the library closes at 5 PM, they should keep it open longer. The Wi-Fi in the hostel works well, but it's super slow in the college. Food is okay, but they need to work on keeping the dining area clean.

Admission: The faculty here really know their stuff and have lots of experience. They're great at explaining things and always ready to help out when we're stuck. Whether it's classwork or projects, they're always there to make sure we do well.

Placement: The job placements at our college are decent. Not a lot of students get placed, but a small group did in 2022. Firms from other states also hire students who are good enough. Overall, the college is pretty good.

Campus: The college's infrastructure is decent since it's a new building from 2021. It might take a couple more years to be top-notch. With some more work, it could improve in the future. Just a few things need fixing to make it a great college.

Admission: The professors really know their stuff and are always there to help out. The courses are practical and prepare us well for the industry. The semester exams aren't too hard if you pay attention in class. Just keep up with your assignments and attendance. You need a 6 CGPA to pass, but the teaching quality is top-notch.

Placement: Most students here land jobs after graduation, around 80%. The pay is decent, usually between 3 to 4 lakhs per year. Some lucky ones even score high packages, like 11 to 13 lakhs per year. But, of course, it all comes down to how well you study. Students also get internships at big companies like Microsoft, Salesforce, and TCS. They mostly get roles as developers, but sometimes they start off as consultants or testers.

Campus: Everything at the college is pretty good. There's a library, food is decent, classrooms are close by, and there are medical and sports facilities too. They have a mess and canteen as well. The canteen has a good variety of food too.

Admission: The courses aren't too tough, kinda in the middle. Just pay attention to what the teachers say, and you'll do well. Exams happen every 3-4 months - mid-terms and finals. The teacher-student ratio could be better. Some teachers are great, some not so much. My favorite is our calculus teacher. We have 4 exams a year: 2 mid-terms and 2 finals.

Placement: I can't talk much about placements since I'm in my 3rd semester, but I heard from seniors that from the 6th semester, we can go for placements. Big companies like Amazon, TCS, Deloitte, Accenture, and Microsoft have come to our campus. There are plenty of internship programs available too, which can help us gain experience and skills. I think these internships will make our chances of getting good placements in the future much stronger.

Campus: The hostel rooms vary - some are nice, some are not so great. Three people sharing a room without AC pay the same as four people sharing. We can't use water coolers, so it gets hot in the summer. The food isn't great, so we usually eat outside. There are clubs, social groups, and cultural programs, but no big events. Campus life is alright. The library has good tech books. The classrooms are big and modern. Labs are bright and airy. And there are sports facilities like cricket, volleyball, and badminton courts.