M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Thermal Energy Systems 

at IIT Indore, Indore

The NIRF rankings for IIT Indore's M.Tech course over the past three years are as follows: 13 in 2021, 16 in 2022, and 14 in 2023, with the M.Tech ranking for IIT Indore in 2023 being 14.
 

The total seat intake of IIT Indore M.Tech is 106 and its distribution among various specialisations is given below:

Here is a comparison of IIT Indore, IIT Hyderabad, and IIT Roorkee for M.Tech based on course fee and NIRF ranking:

IIT Roorkee:

MTech Fee Range: INR 20,000 - INR 10.7 lakh
NIRF Ranking (2022): 5
IIT Hyderabad:

MTech Fee Range: INR 24,000 - INR 60,000
NIRF Ranking (2022): 8
IIT Indore:

MTech Fee Range: INR 28 Lacs - INR 1.6 lakh
NIRF Ranking (2022): 14
Based on the parameters of course fee and NIRF ranking, IIT Roorkee is ranked the highest (NIRF Ranking of 5) and offers a relatively lower fee range compared to IIT Indore. IIT Hyderabad also has a competitive NIRF ranking (8) and offers a significantly lower fee range than both IIT Roorkee and IIT Indore.

Therefore, if you prioritize a lower course fee along with a good NIRF ranking, IIT Hyderabad may be the best choice among the three options. However, the best choice for you may also depend on other factors such as the specific M.Tech specialization, faculty, infrastructure, and location, which you should consider while making your decision.

Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria for their preferred programmes and holding a valid GATE score can proceed to apply at IIT Indore. Those interested in full-time M.Tech programmes can complete the application process through the official IIT Indore website. Meanwhile, for part-time or sponsored full-time courses, eligible applicants can directly enroll via the institute's website. Admission to part-time M.Tech programmes involves a selection procedure, comprising a written examination and an interview, administered by the institution.

As per the placement report 2023, the college recorded 65.38% hiring rate during IIT Indore placements 2023. The trend graph below showcases the placement rate recorded over the last three years:

The table below showcases the placement rate recorded for M.Tech students in the past three years:

The eligibility criteria for M.Tech courses at IIT Indore is that candidates should have a four-year bachelor’s degree or a five-year integrated degree with first division (as defined by the awarding institute/ university for Indian applicants and equivalent for international applicants) in a relevant stream.

Candidates seeking admission to M.Tech at the Indian Institute of Technology, Indore must have passed a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science (4-year course) or must have completed their master's degree in Science with marks not below the specified minimum. A relaxation of 5% aggregate or 0.5 CPI is offered to SC/ST/PwD category candidates on the minimum eligibility score. Additionally, a valid GATE score is required for admission to the M.Tech programme in the case of regular (non-sponsored) candidates. The requirement of GATE score is waived for the candidates with a BTech/BS (4-year) degree from IITs with a minimum overall CPI of 6.5 and a minimum CPI of 8.0 in the last two years in BTech/BS (4-year)

IIT Indore, like many other IITs, typically requires candidates to appear for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) for M.Tech admissions. However, there may be exceptions or special provisions for direct admissions, such as those for BTech graduates from IITs with a high CGPA. To know the specific eligibility criteria and whether there are any alternative pathways for admission without GATE, check out the official website. 

CSE branch received the highest package of INR 40 LPA during IIT Indore MTech placements 2023. The branch-wise highest and average package offered during IIT Indore MTech placements 2023 are presented below:

The total tuition fee for the M.Tech programme at IIT Indore ranges between INR 28,000 - INR 1.6 lakh. The highest and average package secured after the completion of two-year M.Tech programme were INR 37 LPA and INR 9.96 LPA respectively. Considering the tuition fee and the salary secured this seems to be a good return on the investement.