Swami Devi Dyal Institute of Engineering and Technology is a other institution in Barwala, established in 2001. Swami Devi Dyal Institute of Engineering and Technology (SDDIIT) is a private engineering college located in Barwala village, Mehsana district, Gujarat. Established in 2007, SDDIIT emerged as a response to the growing demand for quality engineering education in North Gujarat. The institute is named after Swami Devi Dyal, a spiritual leader, reflecting the institution's commitment to holistic development alongside technical excellence. Over the past 17 years, SDDIIT has evolved from a modest start with limited programs to a multi-disciplinary engineering college offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across multiple engineering branches. The college operates under AICTE approval and is affiliated with Gujarat Technological University (GTU), the primary engineering regulator in Gujarat. SDDIIT's academic portfolio includes traditional engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Communication Engineering at the undergraduate level, with specialized postgraduate programs in select branches. The institute has progressively built research capability with departmental research labs focusing on areas like renewable energy, water treatment, embedded systems, and structural optimization. Faculty research publications have appeared in national and some international conferences, though peer-reviewed journal output remains modest compared to tier-1 institutions. The campus, spread across 35 acres on the outskirts of Mehsana city, features a mix of academic blocks, laboratories, and residential facilities. Infrastructure includes well-equipped engineering laboratories, a central library with approximately 25,000 volumes, computer labs with internet connectivity, and a small innovation lab. The college maintains partnerships with select industries for student internships and curriculum feedback, though these are not as extensive as those at central universities or top-tier private institutions. Campus life revolves around technical clubs, cultural societies, and annual fests, though the rural location and limited surrounding infrastructure mean fewer off-campus recreational options compared to urban colleges. The placement record shows steady improvement over five years, with around 75-80% of students securing placement by graduation, largely in IT services, BPO, and small-to-medium manufacturing firms. Average salary offerings range from 3.5-4.5 LPA for engineering graduates, with IT roles dominating placements. Core engineering placements (civil, mechanical) remain weaker, reflecting broader market trends. SDDIIT has produced some alumni who have moved to middle management roles in IT companies and have established small businesses. The college is particularly suited for students from rural North Gujarat seeking engineering degrees without relocation to metro cities or expensive private institutions, students aiming for GTU university exams, and those interested in traditional engineering fields. However, prospective students should note that placement diversity is limited, research opportunities are nascent, and the rural location may feel isolating for students accustomed to urban amenities. The college struggles with faculty retention in certain departments and faces competition from more established colleges in adjacent regions.