B.Sc. in Information Technology at Shivalik College of Engineering

If you are looking at B.Sc. in Information Technology, Shivalik College of Engineering in Dehradun runs it as a 3-year, full-time undergraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹6.12 lakh, which works out to about ₹2.04 lakh a year.

At its core, the programme covers software development, databases, web technologies and networking, with more weight on applying computing to business systems.

Shivalik College of Engineering is a private institute, founded in 2008. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Shivalik College of Engineering — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Sc programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means software development, databases, web technologies and networking, with more weight on applying computing to business systems. Typical first jobs: software developer, IT consultant, network or systems administrator. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Shivalik College of Engineering for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at Shivalik College of Engineering as a group.

21500

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Shivalik College of Engineering before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.Sc. in Information Technology, you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Shivalik College of Engineering's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Shivalik College of Engineering on its website (www.shivalikcollege.edu.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Shivalik College of Engineering runs 3 B.Sc specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.Sc. in Agriculture
• B.Sc. in Animation and Gaming

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in software development? You will spend 3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹6.12 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does Shivalik College of Engineering compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Dehradun?