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10 Important Factors to consider while choosing an Engineering College

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Shailesh Jain
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With more than 8000 engineering colleges in India, selecting the right college for yourself or your child can be a daunting and confusing task. 

An engineering college shapes the entire career of your child so it requires careful consideration.

So, consider the below factors before you choose an engineering college for your child.

1. Accreditations and Affiliations

Ensure that the institute is accredited by NBA or AICTE, this suggests that the curriculum and quality of education meets a set standard.

2. Reputation of institution  

An institute’s reputation generally play a role while looking for jobs

3. Infrastructure & facilities

Colleges with well-equipped labs and extensive libraries provide students with valuable opportunities for research and hands-on learning.

4. Class size  

Very large size class will impact individual attention 

5. Placement records  

Check past years placement records to understand average placement % and median salary through each institution.

6. Research and development

Check what projects have seniors worked on?  Ensure the college supports research projects to come up with new inventions & innovations

7. Industry Integration & Internship

Top engineering colleges collaborate with major companies and offer exclusive internships for hands-on student experience.

8. Intercollege fests & academic programs

Talk to seniors to learn if the college offers opportunities for academic fests and competitions

9. Alumni Network

A strong alumni network can work like a guiding light to the students helping them pave their path through difficulties and challenges in the real world out there

10. Social Media Presence & Student reviews  

An institute's social media activity offers easy insights into its infrastructure, culture, and regular events.

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Shailesh Jain
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A seasoned Chartered Accountant, Shailesh Jain is a finance and compliance leader specializing in corporate finance, financial operations, and fintech-driven lending models. At Propelld, he scales education loan offerings by shaping financial strategies, optimizing operations, and ensuring regulatory excellence, driving sustainable growth in the edtech and fintech space.

An expert in Fintech & Edtech innovation, Shailesh leverages financial insights to transform education lending, combining analytical rigor with strategic foresight. Previously, he led the finance team at Khatabook, building a new lending venture, and has worked with PwC, ICICI Bank, and Mulberry Silks, gaining strong expertise in audit, risk mitigation, and strategic decision-making.

Passionate about financial innovation, he continues to advance education financing in India, creating efficient, scalable, and compliant lending ecosystems.

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