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M.Tech (Master of Technology)

M.Tech stands for Master of Technology , a 2 year postgraduate degree course in Technology and engineering. Main focus of this degree program is advanced technical knowledge and research.

Shivam Agrahari
By Shivam Agrahari
6 min read
August 27, 2025

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M.Tech (Master of Technology)


M.Tech stands for Master of Technology , a 2 year postgraduate degree course in Technology and engineering. Main focus of this degree program is advanced technical knowledge and research. M.Tech aims to offer students with advanced knowledge and practical skills with emphasis on deep research development. Key motive is to foster innovation , developing research and enhancing opportunities for employment through specialized training and connections in industries. Applications for M.tech admission are open till 20th May* in private institutes. Estimated registration fee for M.Tech ranges between INR 500 - INR 1200 depending on institution whether it is private or government affiliated. Entrance exams such as GATE , JEE Mains are national level examinations accepted by many universities while some other universities specifica exams are VITEEE, IPU CET , IIITH PGEE. State specific entrance examinations that are also conducted for M.Tech are AP PGECET , TS PGECET , OJEE , TANCET and many more.


M.Tech (Master of Technology) Admission 


As M.Tech focuses on deepening technical expertise , developing research skills they are branched into various specializations . These specializations include computer science and engineering , Electrical engineering ,Mechanical Engineering , civil Engineering , Aerospace Engineering , Environmental Engineering and many more. Duration of M.Tech degree program is 2 years. Post Graduation in Technology can be pursued by students with a bachelor of technology OR bachelor of Engineering degree from reputed and government recognized universities. Minimum aggregate of 55%-60% is required to enroll in M.Tech. Entrance examinations such as GATE , JEE Mains are conducted for admission in various institutes offering M.Tech. Registration fee for M.Tech program ranges between INR 500 - INR 1200. M.Tech course fee in India is in range of INR 3 LAKH - 7 LAKH. M.Tech ( Master in Technology ) salary ranges between INR  16 LAKH - 50 LAKH in India. 


Eligibility


M.Tech program requires students to have a graduation degree in  technology with specified aggregate marks required by universities. Entrance exam qualification is another criteria that students need to clear for enrollment in a master of technology program. M.Tech (Master of Technology) in India is mentioned down below : 


  • Basic Qualification : Basic education qualification is  B.Tech or B.E in any discipline is the primary requirement.

  • Minimum Marks : marks required for 50% -60% in bachelor's degree. Some universities specify minimum CGPA requirements.

  • GATE scores : Institutes like IIT / IISc and valid GATE scores are necessary for enrollment in M.Tech.



M.Tech ( Master of Technology) Admission Specialization 


M.Tech program has a wide range of specializations provided by universities such as Electrical Engineering , Chemical Engineering , Computer science , Civil Engineering , Artificial Intelligence , Data Science , Robotics , Biotechnology , Environmental Engineering , Nanotechnology , cybersecurity and many more. Duration of masters of Technology is 2 years. M.Tech course fee ranges from INR 3 LAKH - INR 7 LAKH. M.Tech involves subjects like cyber security , wireless communications , Power electronics , Renewable Energy Engineering , Design engineering , Manufacturing Technology, Automotive Engineering and many other subjects in different specializations. Institutes offering M.Tech are Indian Institute of Technology , National Institute of Technology , Indian Institute of Information technology , Delhi Technological University , VIT vellore , SRM Institute of Science and Technology and many more. Students can access the application form on the official website of these universities and pay the registration fee for entrance examinations.


Entrance Test 


Entrance examination for M.Tech which is widely accepted by numerous universities  is  GATE ( Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering ). GATE is conducted at national level for technology and engineering programs. Students can opt for other exams that are university specific or state specific. State specific examinations are TS PGECET , AP PGECET , Karnataka PGCET ,  Gujarat PGCET, and OJEE. University specific examinations for M.Tech are CUET-PG, SRMJEEE PG , IIIT PGEE, JNU CEEB. Eligibility criteria should be checked by students on official websites of universities. Registration fee for M.Tech is INR 500 - INR 1200 that needs to be paid by students to appear in entrance examination. 



M.Tech ( Master of Technology) Admission Process 


Students need to follow the following step by step procedure to successfully fill the application form online  for M.tech program : 

  • STEP 1:   Pay visit to the official website of the desired university for admission in the academic year 2025-26.


  • STEP 2: students have to click on the “register now” tab to move forward with the application procedure.


  • STEP 3: students must go through the guidelines of the university before registering for the application form.


  • STEP 4: start filling the application form after checking for the eligibility criteria.


  • STEP 5: Students then need to fill the  application form with the accurate information.

  • STEP 6: Students need to mention exact information on the examination certificate of 10th, 12th and graduation certificates.


  • STEP 7: verify all the information students have mentioned in the application form.


  • STEP 8: after final verification students can make payment through online modes suggested by the university.


  • STEP 9: Students then can download the fee payment slip for future reference 



M.Tech Government Institutes Admission 


There are several government colleges offering M.Tech in India. Students usually gravitate towards government colleges as they are quite affordable and provide good faculty for education. Prominent universities which are popular for M.Tech (Master in Technology) colleges are mentioned along with their official websites : 



UNIVERSITIES 

WEBSITES 

Indian Institute of Technologies ,Delhi

https://home.iitd.ac.in/


Indian Institute of Technologies , Bombay 

https://www.iitb.ac.in/


Indian Institute of Technologies , Kanpur 

https://www.iitk.ac.in/


Indian Institute of Technologies, Roorkee 

https://www.iitr.ac.in/


Indian Institute of Technologies, Kharagpur 

https://www.iitkgp.ac.in/


Indian Institute of Technologies, Trichy 

https://www.nitt.edu/



M.Tech Private Colleges Admissions 


Several private colleges are well- known for their enthusiasm for Master in Technology. These prestigious colleges are known for their M.Tech ( Master in Technology) in India. These colleges accept the entrance exam of GATE scores for admission in M.Tech. Here is list of private colleges in India : 



UNIVERSITIES 

WEBSITES 

SRM Institute

https://www.srmist.edu.in/


Amity University

https://www.amity.edu/


Manipal Institute of Technology 

https://www.manipal.edu/mit.html


International Institute of Information Technology 

https://www.iiitb.ac.in/


PSG College of Technology 

https://www.psgtech.edu/


Noida Institutes of Engineering and Technology 

https://www.niet.co.in/


GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management 

https://www.glbitm.org/



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