u/Alphabay_desnake

I completed my BTech in ECE and graduated in May 2026. Unfortunately, I did not get placed during campus placements, and currently I am confused about my next step.

I am considering two options:

1 Join a VLSI training institute such as Maven (Bangalore) or Sumedha (Hyderabad) and try to get a job after completing the course.

2 Join a GATE coaching institute like ACE Engineering Academy (Hyderabad), prepare seriously, and aim for MTech or PSU opportunities.

My situation:

I don't have strong fundamentals right now.

I am willing to work hard and spend time learning from scratch.

My goal is a stable career with good growth and job opportunities in the future.

People who have gone through either path, what would you suggest and why?

Please share your experiences regarding job opportunities, time investment, costs, and long-term career growth.

Hi everyone,

I recently completed my B.Tech (2026 batch) in ECE and I’m planning to enter the VLSI domain. At first I thought of preparing for the GATE exam, but honestly I’m not fully confident that I can crack it right now, so I’m also exploring industry-oriented VLSI training institutes as an alternative path.

During my research, I came across VEDA IIT many times. A lot of people seem to say their entrance test and interview are tough, and getting a seat isn’t easy. I also found posts from candidates saying they cleared their tests/interviews and joined, and older community discussions mention VEDA often among VLSI options.

I want to connect with people who are:

Currently preparing for VEDA IIT entrance/interview,

Already studying there,

Previously attempted the test/interview,

I want to know:

What topics should I focus on?

How difficult is the written test/interview?

What technical subjects are most important ?

How should I prepare as a fresher from a tier-3 college?

Also, if VEDA doesn’t work out, I’m looking for backup institutes with decent training

+ placement support. Some names I keep hearing are:

Maven Silicon

MosChip Academy

Sumedha IT

Community discussions mention these names repeatedly, though opinions are mixed, so I’m trying to gather real student experiences before making a decision.

If you’ve gone through this path, please share your honest experience.