Embedded Systems/VLSI

It all depends upon your interests and career goals. So, if you are interested in the basic principles of microchips and have a flair for versatile options, then Microelectronics is the way to go.Or if you are more interested in the advanced design of complex integrated circuits and have a strong foundation in digital circuits, then VLSI suits the bill. Some of the key differences between both the courses are mentioned in the table below:AspectMicroelectronicsVLSIScopeSpreads and covers a range of aspects of microchip design and fabricationDeeper into the design and realization of very large-scale integrated circuitsSpecialisationsAnalog circuits, digital circuits, mixed-signal circuits, MEMS, etc.Digital design, physical design, verification and testing, etc.Job ProspectsVaried and diverse across several fields of consumer electronics, communication, healthcare, etc.Focused in the semiconductor industry and related industriesAcademic focusEducational focusFundamentals of microelectronics, including device physics, circuit design, and fabrication processesAdvanced topics in VLSI design, such as computer-aided design (CAD) tools, low-power design, and high-performance design

Yes, VLSI is a well-paid profession in India. In India, the average annual income for a VLSI engineer is INR 6- 8 LPA. However, the income can vary depending on the engineer's experience, talents, and location. A VLSI engineer with 5+ years of expertise,  can earn INR 8- 12 LPA or more per year in a major city like Bangalore or Pune. Moreover, there are wide range of the job savianlable in India, as mentioned below in the table given below:Job ProfileAverage CTC in INRVLSI Design EngineerINR 6- 8 LPAFPGA Design EngineerINR 7- 9 LPAPhysical Design EngineerINR 6- 9 LPAASIC Design EngineerINR 7- 10 LPAAnalog/Mixed-Signal IC DesignerINR 7- 10 LPA

IIEST Shibpur M.Tech cutoff 2024 has been released across multiple specialisations. Based on the Round 1 seat allotment, the M.Tech cutoff scores ranged between 352 and 588 for the General AII India category students. Talking about VLSI branch, the candidates must have a GATE score of 444 to get into IIEST Shibpur in 2024. However, with a GATE score of 410 to 444 in the general category, candidates can opt for M.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering, M.Tech. in Structural Engineering and other M.Tech Integrated courses. Candidates seeking admission can refer to the table below to check out the other M.Tech courses available, with a cutoff range of 410 and 444 for the General AI category. MTech SpecialisationsRound 1 Cutoff (2024)M.Tech. in Communication Engineering and Signal Processing410M.Tech. in Power Electronics and Machine Drives429M.Tech. in Structural Engineering436M.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering436M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Design 444