Madras Institute of Technology
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Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) is a premier engineering institute located in Chennai, India. It is one of the four constituents of the Anna University. MIT is Alma Mater to several significant Indian personalities including the Hon'ble President of India (7/2002- ), Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. MIT was established by Shri C.Rajam in July 1949, with the motto of "In the Service of India". Visit [1] to know more about the history of MIT.
It has eight engineering departments,viz., Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Electronics, Instrumentation, Rubber & Plastics Technology, Aeronautical and Automobile Engineering.
The institute focused on niche courses from its very inception. It was the first institute in India to have specialised courses (e.g. Instrumentation Engineering & Aeronautical Engineering)
Computer Sciences & Information Technology were started only recently, keeping in mind the increased demand for IT courses in India.
Admission into the institute happens through the TNPCEE, although the situation might change next year.
The institute attracts the top talent in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Placements are near 100%, with Instrumentation Engg. usually topping the list.
Prominent alumni of this institute include Dr.A.P.J.Abdul Kalam, Sujatha & K B Chandrashekhar (founder of jamcracker.com & exodus.com)
The annual festival of the institute is called Mitafest. Each department has its own festival in addition.
