M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering 

at SVNIT Surat, Surat

BE/BTech in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% aggregate is the basic eligibility for the two-year M.Tech course offered at SVNIT Surat.

Candidates seeking admission to M.Tech at SVNIT must take the GATE exam and clear it. The GATE admission process starts with the filling of the application form for the seat allotment after counselling.
Step 1: Fill out GATE 2023 Application Form: The first step is to fill out the application form. Candidates who are aspiring for the exam, have to register themselves on the GOAPS website. The application process has been concluded by IIT Kanpur. Eligible candidates were required to visit the official website to fill GATE 2023 Application Form through the GOAPS portal. Students can follow the steps below to register for the exam:
Step 1.1: Register for GATE.
Step 1.2: Fill Application Form.
Step 1.3: Upload the required documents.
Step 1.4: Pay GATE Application Fee.
Step 1.5: Accept Declaration and Submit the Application.
Step 2: Download GATE 2023 Admit Card: After registration, candidates are required to download their GATE admit card. Admit card release date is yet to be announced by the exam conducting authority.
Step 3: Appear for the GATE 2023 Exam: As per the subject chosen, candidates have to appear for the exam on the scheduled date.
Step 4: GATE 2023 Result Declaration: The exam conducting authority will announce the result in the third week of March. The result will comprise candidates' marks, normalised scores and rank.
Step 5: Participate in GATE 2023 Counselling Process: The counselling will be conducted for the GATE-qualified candidates to choose the college and branch as per their rank and choice.

 The total tuition fee for M.Tech at SVNIT is 1.40 lakh. It includes the tuition fee and other charges for two academic years, a one-time admission fee, a refundable security deposit (one-time), and annual seat rent.

The branch-wise (top 6) highest, average and minimum package offered during NIT Surat MTech placements 2024 is presented below:

Branch	Highest Package (2024)	Average Package (2024)	Median Package (2024)
VLSI	INR 25 LPA	INR 16.22 LPA	INR 15.11 LPA
Computer Science	INR 23.53 LPA	INR 12.35 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Communication System	INR 24.68 LPA	INR 13.23 LPA	INR 10 LPA
Geotechnical	INR 6 LPA	INR 5.75 LPA	INR 6 LPA
Structural Engineering	INR 9.73 LPA	INR 7.02 LPA	INR 6.80 LPA
Instrumentation & Control	INR 17.48 LPA	INR 12.42 LPA	INR 6.80 LPA

SNVIT Surat BTech admission is based on the entrance exam. Candidates who want admission must first meet the basic criteria for eligibility and then take the entrance exam. SNVIT Surat BTech admissions are based on JEE Main scores, followed by JoSAA counselling. Candidates must secure a 75% or above percentile to get admission to BTech courses offered by SNVIT Surat. The basic eligibility criteria to get admission to SNVIT Surat is to pass Class 12 with a 75% aggregate in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or Biology or Biotechnology or Technical Vocational Subject.

No, you cannot get admission to SVNIT Surat for BTech programme if you don't clear JEE Main. SVNIT BTech College level seats are allocated through JEE Main counselling via Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) based on the rank and preference of candidates. So it is an essential condition for eligibility to qualify JEE Main. It is mandatory that you score well in JEE Main, to apply for the BTech Programme of SVNIT Surat.

Candidates preparing for IITs are only required to appear for the JEE Advanced entrance exam after qualifying JEE Main. Students who who secure above the 98th percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 2 should start preparing for JEE Advanced 2025 immediately. Those who score between 95th and 98th percentile should focus on improving their JEE Main score by taking multiple mock tests and practicing previous year's question papers. By analysing their strengths and weaknesses, candidates can identify their areas of proficiency and topics where they need improvement. If they can achieve full marks in their practice sessions, they can start preparing for JEE Advanced. However, if they cannot score full marks, it is recommended that they appear for multiple mock test series for more practice. 

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of what current students and alumni think:

* Pros: SVNIT Surat has a good infrastructure, with well-maintained labs, libraries, and hostels. The campus is vast, with plenty of green spaces. The college has a strong culture of extra-curricular activities, with numerous clubs and societies. Students praise the faculty, saying they are helpful and knowledgeable.
* Cons: Placement rates for B.Sc. students are relatively low, with only around 40% of students being placed in companies or coaching institutes. Salaries are generally lower, ranging from 3-6 LPA. Some students express disappointment with the lack of industry exposure and limited job opportunities.
* Courses: The college offers a range of B.Sc. courses, including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students appreciate the variety of subjects and electives available.
* Events: SVNIT Surat hosts regular events, including the annual fest "Sparsh," which attracts participants from across the region. Students also participate in national-level competitions and quizzes.
* Infrastructure: The college has recently built new buildings and upgraded existing ones. Laboratories are equipped with modern instruments, and classrooms are air-conditioned.
* Food and accommodations: Students rave about the quality of food in the hostel mess, particularly the women's hostel. Hostel rooms are comfortable, with single-sharing accommodation available.
* Teaching quality: While some teachers are praised for their effectiveness, others are criticized for being unhelpful or lacking industry experience.
* Scholarships: The college offers merit-based and need-based scholarships to eligible students.

Overall, while SVNIT Surat has its strengths, students seeking B.Sc. degrees may want to weigh the pros and cons carefully before making a decision.

Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat admission to its cousres is entrance based followed by counselling for its flagship cousres. Candidates who qualifies the eligibility criteria as per the institutions admission guidelines are eligible for the for SVNIT Surat. Tabulted below are NIT Surat cousres along with their eligibility and selection criteria:

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
BTech	Class 12 in the Science stream with Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational Subject	JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling
MTech	BTech/ B.Arch or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA	GATE
Integrated MSc	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects	JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling
PhD	Master's degree	UGC NET/ GATE