M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Design 

at IIT Ropar, Ropar

To get admission to IIT Ropar the candidates have to take the GATE exam and clear it. GATE is a national-level entrance examination for admission to postgraduate engineering programmes at IIT Ropar. The exam tests the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in Engineering and Technology. GATE score is valid for three years and the scorecard is widely accepted by various institutes and organisations for admission and recruitment purposes. After the GATE examination, the CCMT counselling is conducted for admission to M.Tech courses in IIT Ropar, and the final step is COAP counselling.

The MTech course is offered in various branches at IIT Ropar: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. To be eliogible for this programme the aspiring candidates need to clear GATE exam. The candidates also need 60% in their graduationb to be eligle for this programme at IIT Ropar.

MTech at IIT Ropar is a PG-level course offered in the full-time mode. IIT Ropar fees are cumulative of  components such as one-time payment, tuition fees, hostel charges and more. The tuition fees for MTech at the institute is INR 34,000 for two years. The hostel fee amount to INR 37,200. Additionally, selected candidates must pay a one-time fee at the time of admission. This fee amounts to INR 16,550. The mentioned fees have been sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

The key highlights of IIT Ropar PG (MTech / MSc) placements over the past two years are presented below:

Further, the branch-wise placement rate recorded during IIT Ropar MTech placements 2024 is presented below:

IIT Ropar offers the GATE fellowship to Indian Nationals pursuing the M.Tech course. The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of INR 12,400, which can be availed for a maximum duration of 24 months.  Recipients of the fellowship are required to contribute eight hours per week to assist the department in various academic activities. These activities may include laboratory demonstrations, tutorials, evaluating assignments and test papers, conducting seminars, and engaging in research projects, among others.

The admission process at IIT Ropar varies depending on the programme of interest. Here is an overview of the admission process for the BTech and MTech programmes:

BTech Programme:

• Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have a minimum of 75% aggregate marks in their class 12 (or equivalent) examination. They should also qualify for the JEE Main exam. Candidates need to appear for the JEE Main, which is conducted at the national level. The exam assesses the candidates' knowledge in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
• JEE Advanced: Those who qualify in the JEE Main are eligible to appear for the JEE Advanced exam. The JEE Advanced evaluates the candidates' problem-solving skills and their understanding of concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
• Counselling: Based on the JEE Advanced scores, candidates are invited for counseling and seat allocation. The final selection is based on merit, which takes into account the JEE Advanced scores and the candidate's class 12 performance.

MTech Programme:

• Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in their qualifying degree (BTech or BE). They should also qualify for the GATE exam.
• GATE Exam: Candidates need to appear for the GATE exam, which is a national-level examination that tests candidates' understanding of their undergraduate engineering subjects.
• Shortlisting and Interview: Based on the GATE scores, candidates are shortlisted for further selection processes, which may include written tests, interviews, or both. The final selection is based on the candidate's performance in these stages.

The mathematics departments at IIT Ropar and IIT Gandhinagar are highly regarded among students and academics alike. According to reviews and ratings, both departments offer excellent academic programmes with highly qualified faculty members and rigorous coursework. However, some students have reported that the Mathematics department at IIT Ropar has a more research-oriented focus, with a greater emphasis on theoretical mathematics, while the department at IIT Gandhinagar has a more applied approach with a focus on real-world problems. Overall, both departments have a strong reputation in the field of Mathematics and provide students with a solid foundation for pursuing further studies or careers in academia or industry.

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) is a group of Engineering and Technology institutions in India. This network of institutes came into existence in 1950. These institutes run under the guidance of the Ministry of Education and Government of India. There are currently 23 IITs in India across different states of the country. IITs have a reputation that is recognised in India and across the globe. 

Over the years, the students graduating from these institutes have grabbed good placement offers from the top industry giants. Some of the key reasons of why one should choose an IIT:

IIT Ropar BTech cutoff 2024 has been released across multiple specialisations. Based on the Round 1 seat allotment, the BTech cutoff scores ranged between 2234 and, 11313 for the General AII India category students. Among all the BTech specialisations, BTech in CSE is the most competitive specialisation. So, considering the round 1 cutoff, candidates seeking admission to Indian Institute of Technology Ropar must secure a maximum rank upto 11313.

Furthermore, according to IIT Ropar OBC AI category cutoff 2024, the Last Round closing ranks varied from 1048 to 4798. For more information, click here.

IIT Ropar faculty members are PhD/PG degree holders from some of the top institutions/universities of the country. The institute also has faculty, who have educational degree from international universities. Each of the department has a dedicated faculty. Details about some of the members of the faculty are provided below: