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In today’s world Information Technology (IT) has become the most fundamental need for proper functioning of human society. Be it running the banks or getting food from an eatery home-delivered, Information Technology has become the part and parcel of our lives. This dependence on Information Technology has given rise to the demand of learning and further innovation in this field as a result of which it has become one of the most popular fields in education and career. You can find IT specialization in every branch of education, from IT & Software, Engineering, Aviation and Medicine to MBA and even Hospitality.

In this technological era, the best career option for students in present and immediate future is to become an Information Technology (IT) professional. Apart from industrial and high-risk tasks, every small day-to-day activity is now governed and performed with the help of IT. Most people confuse IT courseswith Computer Science. Computer Science is the study of aspects of computing, starting from the design of microprocessors, personal and supercomputers to designing circuits and writing codes for the software that powers these machines, whereas Information Technology deals with the regulation and security of data through electronic devices and its related software. Read: 

Information Technology is everywhere in our daily lives – from building a spaceship to delivering food at doorsteps. Speaking about applications, for every task existing under the sun, there is an application to either help one learn how to do it, or teach one how to do it better and more effectively. In such a scenario, a career in IT is the most relevant and financially rewarding path to follow for students.

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How to prepare for a career in the IT sector

India is considered the hub of IT education, with over 4000 institutes and colleges offering various courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and certificate level. Besides, it is a known fact the almost all the top global IT companies have a sizeable number of Indian IT graduates working in various capacities. In fact, USA accounts for more than 60% of Indian IT professionals.

Information Technology courses are taught at both UG and PG degree level. Short-term courses like IT diploma and certifications are also offered by various institutions in India. Starting salary for an Information Technology graduate is Rs 4 lakh per annum at junior level. At senior level, salary packages offered to freshers are above Rs 7 lakh per annum.

Many people often confuse IT with Computer Science Engineering (CSE). But the truth is, they are different, although they both are study of computer and computer system.

Technology: Eligibility Criteria and Entrance Exams

The minimum marks required to be eligible for admission as set by the AICTE is 50% for General category students and 45% for reserved category students. However, many private institutes have their own eligibility criteria wherein only pass percentage is required. Check course wise eligibility criteria for IT below:

Minimum Eligibility criteria for BE/BTech in IT

  • The candidate must have passed class 12 in Science stream (PCM/PCMB) or equivalent from a recognized board or university

  • Computer Science as one of the subjects in HSC is desirable

Minimum Eligibility criteria for BCA

  • The candidate must have passed class 12 in Science stream (PCM/PCMB) or Commerce stream or equivalent from a recognized board or university

  • Computer Science as one of the subjects in HSC is desirable

Minimum Eligibility criteria for MTech in IT

  • The candidate must have completed BE/BTech or MSc in relevant branch a recognized board or university

Minimum Eligibility criteria for MCA

  • The candidate must have completed a Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration in BCA, B.Sc. (Information Technology / Computer Science) with Mathematics as a course at 10+2 level or at Graduate level

Minimum Eligibility criteria for BSc in IT

  • The candidate must have passed class 12 in Science stream (PCM/PCMB) or equivalent from a recognized board or university

  •  Computer Science as one of the subjects in HSC is desirable

Minimum Eligibility criteria for MSc in IT

  • The candidate must have completed a Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration in relevant branch with Mathematics as a course at 10+2 level or at Graduate level

Information Technology Entrance Exams:

Institutes offering courses in Information Technology offer admission on the basis of entrance exam score. Listed below are four top IT entrance exams.

WBJEE JECA

BVP B-CAT

MAH MCA CET

NIMCET

List of all IT entrance exams

The cost incurred in becoming an IT professional

The average cost that will be incurred by students to complete their 4-year full-time undergraduate program specialising in Information Technology is in the range of Rs 4-6 lakhs in total. The average cost for an IT postgraduate program is in the range of Rs 2.2-3.2 lakhs in total. Diploma courses cost lesser than their full-time UG and PG counterparts.

Apart from this fee, the students have to pay for their living expenses separately (hostel fee, canteen fee, transportation fee, etc).

Information Technology Courses

One can pursue Information Technology at UG, PG and Doctorate levels. Given below are the popular IT courses offered by IT institutes and colleges in India.

UG Courses

PG Courses

BE

ME

BTech

MTech

Bsc

MSc

BCA

MCA


There are various short term certification courses students can choose from. These courses are offered in class room mode (offline) as well as virtual mode (online).

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Information Technology Syllabus

Information Technology is taught as a specialization in BTech/MTech as well as BSc/MSc and BCA/MCA. Though the syllabus for both these courses vary in terms of elective courses, the core subjects are more or less the same.

Any Information Technology course comprises the following subjects/topics. As the candidate seeks further specialization in the area of interest, he/she will be required to dig deeper in the chosen area.

Information Technology: Subjects and Syllabus

Computer Architecture and Organization

Database Systems

Operating Systems

Electronics

Computer Networks

Foundations of Computer Systems

Java Programming and Website Design

Design and Analysis of Algorithms

Software Engineering

Database Management Systems

E-Commerce & ERP

Multimedia Applications

Object Oriented Programming

Data Structures

Data Warehousing and Data Mining

Engineering Mathematics

Information Technology: Job Profiles and Top Companies

Information Technology is one of the most job generating sectors in India and abroad at the moment. An IT professional is needed in every aspect of setting up and running an organization, from operations, logistics and finance, to administration, HR and security, IT is the bedrock of every operation today.

IT professionals can start their career as Junior Programmer, Database Administrator, Junior Network Manager, Data Analyst, Software Developer, Software Engineer, and Client-Server Systems Manager, etc. Job openings for software professionals is much higher in the corporate sector than in public sector.

There are many career options for BTech in Information Technology degree holders. IT Specialists are required in almost all sectors such as technology, finance, e-commerce, medicine, defense, and other areas. Many opportunities are available in various IT firms all over India. Some of the leading IT Companies are Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Accenture, HCL Infotech, IBM, etc.  

IT professional can also get jobs in many public sector firms. Some of the leading public sector firms are BSNL, ISRO, CDIT, CDAC, etc. However, opportunities in public sector is far less than private sectors.

Average salary offered to IT professionals:

Job profile

Average Salary

Senior Software Engineer

Rs 7 lakh per annum and above

Software Engineer

Rs 4 lakh per annum and above

Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer

Rs 7 lakh per annum and above

Software Developer

Rs 4 lakh per annum and above

Team Leader

Rs 10 lakh per annum and above

Project Manager, Information Technology

Rs 13 lakh per annum and above

Information Technology Consultant

Rs 8 lakh per annum and above

*The salary data has been obtained from Payscale.com

Top IT Companies

Information Technology professionals are recruited by domestic organisations as well as MNCs operating in almost all the sectors; but the demand for IT professionals is high in IT companies. Given below is the list of top companies which recruit trained IT professionals in various capacities:

IBM

Infosys

Dell

Intel

Wipro

Accenture

HP

TechMahindra

HCL Infotech

TCS

CTS

Google

Amazon

Microsoft

Oracle

FAQs Regarding Information Technology

Q.What are the subjects in Information Technology?

A. Major topics include in any Information Technology undergraduate degree course are Computer Architecture and Organisation, Database Systems, Electronics, Operating Systems, Electronics, Foundations of Computer Systems, Computer Networks, Multimedia Applications etc.

Q. Who are the top is the Production Engineers in public as well private sector companies?

A. Production Engineers are hired by both public as well private sector companies such as IBM, Infosys, Wipro, Dell, Intel etc.

Q. What is the minimum Eligibility criteria for BE/BTech in IT?

A. The candidate must have passed class 12 in Science stream (PCM/PCMB) or equivalent from a recognized board or university.

Q. Is a Information Technology in demand?

A. Production engineers are in great demand in manufacturing industries with great job opportunities.

Q. What is the cost incurred in becoming an IT professional?

A. The average cost that will be incurred by students to complete their 4-year full-time undergraduate program specialising in Information Technology is in the range of Rs 4-6 lakhs in total.

Q. Is Information Technology a good course to pursue graduation?

A. Yes, as Information Technology is a very advancing field and offering a great career opportunities these days.

Q. How many years does it take to study Information Technology?

A. Information Technology programme lasts for 4 years.

Q. Which IT technology is most in demand in 2020?

A. IT technology is most in demand in 2020 are Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, Blockchain Technology, Cloud and Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cybersecurity, Data Science, Analytics and Visualization and Technology Skills Career Outlook.

Q. Which is Information Technology?

A. Both are in great demand. IT (Information Technology) is about installing, maintaining, and improving computer systems, operating networks, and databases.

Q. Is Information Technology a good course to study?

A. Yes, as there are many great career opportunities associated for graduates of degree programs in Information Technology with great career opportunities.