Currently a third year Integrated PhD student here...

Currently a third year Integrated PhD student here, got all the top IITs too, but decided to become an IIScian the moment I learnt I had cleared the interview. Don't regret it at all, the faculty and infrastructure rivals any of the top IITs, if not better. For research and higher education this is the best place in India. Add to that the lush green campus,you will love it once you come here.