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ME in Civil Engineering: Master of Engineering (ME) in Civil Engineering is a Post Graduate engineering Degree program which may be of 2 years duration. This curriculum gives mastery of complex civil engineering fields such as structural engineering, constructions engineering and management, transport engineering, environmental engineering and geotechnical engineering among others. Students get an opportunity to learn through the curriculum that incorporates both theoretical content and practical assignments. The program is intended to produce proficient civil engineers capable of addressing various socio-economic challenges facing the infrastructure and construction industry.
The entrance tests that are generally accepted to provide admissions in ME Civil Engineering programs include GATE, CEED, as well as various university level entrance examinations such as UPSEE, WBJEE, AP PGECET and so on. Graduation exams such as BE or BTech can also be useful as they may make the candidates suitable to get good scores. Also, the masters admission may accept work experience in the related field as a valid factor.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Master of Engineering |
| Specialization | Civil Engineering |
| Duration | Typically 2 years (4 semesters) |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field with a minimum percentage (varies by institution) |
| Top Colleges (Government) | IITs (Bombay, Delhi, Kanpur, Madras, Kharagpur), NITs, IISc Bangalore, Jadavpur University |
| Top Colleges (Private) | BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, Manipal University, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology |
| Entrance Exam | GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) (most common), University-specific entrance exams (possible) |
1. A candidate for the post must have minimum educational qualification of Bachelors’ degree in Civil Engineering or any other relevant field of engineering with not less than 50% marks in aggregate from any university recognized by the Indian Union.
2. Possesses passing certificate in an entrance examination like GATE or state level entrance examination as the case maybe.
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4. For reserved category students, it has been set at a minimum of 55% aggregates.
5. The candidate also does not have any backlog or any backlog that is still being studied at the time of admission.
6. Marks secured in other exams such as GPAT/CAT/MAT or an additional entrance examination as may be required by the institute.
7. Satisfactory results in personal interview rounds which are common in most of the institutes and universities.
| Stage | Action | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility | Check requirements of desired universities | Before applying |
| Entrance Exam | Prepare for and take relevant exams | December - February |
| University Applications | Fill and submit applications online | January - March |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting, interviews/discussions, merit list preparation | March - May |
| Admission Offer | Receive admission offer if shortlisted | May - June |
| College | Average CTC (INR lakhs) |
|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | 12-15 LPA |
| IIT Delhi | 10-13 LPA |
| IIT Madras | 9-12 LPA |
| IIT Kharagpur | 8-10 LPA |
| NIT Surathkal | 7-9 LPA |
| NIT Trichy | 6-8 LPA |
| Jadavpur University | 5-7 LPA |
| VIT Vellore | 4-6 LPA |
| BITS Pilani | 4-6 LPA |
