byGaganDeep
Updated on - 26 May, 2024
M.Sc Geoinformatics is a two-year postgraduate program that involves GIS, Remote sensing, GPS, cartography, its uses, and other related technologies. This program is an interdisciplinary course that offers education and practical experience in geospatial data collection, storage, analysis, and modeling and visualization for applications on actual problems. The required courses are geospatial concepts, spatial analysis, image processing, programming, database design, web GIS, etc. In addition, students have the flexibility to choose specialization elective courses.
The common entrance exams accepted for admission to M.Sc Geoinformatics programs across colleges are: GATE (Geo-science), UGC NET (Geo-sciences), JEST, IIT JAM,CUSAT CAT, SAAT, UPSEE, WOSP, DUET, CUCET. Besides the students required valid scores in any of the mentioned examinations, they also have to clear an interview session for the field interest and interest aptitude test to get selected for the course in reputed institutes like IITs, NIT ACA also includes performance in any qualifying degree as one of the criteria for admission.
| Course Highlight | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Master of Science (M.Sc) in Geoinformatics |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field, Minimum 50-60% aggregate (varies by college) |
| Top Colleges | Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Dehradun; Symbiosis Institute of Geoinformatics, Pune; TERI School of Advanced Studies, New Delhi; Andhra University, Visakhapatnam; Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi |
| Entrance Exam | GATE, JNU CEEB, BHU PET, DUET, CUCET |
1. The candidate should possess Bachelor degree in science, engineering or technology or any other University recognized as equivalent thereto with not less than 50% marks in aggregate.
2. Preferably the candidate should have background in subjects such as remote sensing, GIS, surveying mathematics, statistics, computer science etc.
3. Some of the institutes demand the GATE or UGC/CSIR-NET score for admission.
4. For admission some institutes sets there own entrance examination.
5. Therefore, work experience in similar fields may be acceptable by some institute to some extent.
6. This program does not require high level of academic qualification but requires good communication skills and analytical skill to gain admission into the program.
1. GATE – An entrance examination that checks the engineering ability of the candidate held in February.
2. JNUEE – A test conducted to determine aptitude for its Master of Science courses in JNU conducted in the month of MAY.
3. IIT JAM – This is an aptitude test that is conducted for admission into the M.Sc programs that are offered in the seven IITs and is usually held in February.
4. Pondicherry University Common Entrance Test or PU- CET – assess readiness for M.Sc Geoinformatics at PU which usually occurs in June.
5. BHU PET–An exam taken in May-June, which checks the aptitude of the candidate for the M.Sc programs offered in BHU.
6. CUET – Common Admission Test for Under Graduate / Post Graduate Courses in Central Universities conducted in July /August.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Fundamentals of GIS and GPS | - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Concepts - Spatial Data Structures and Modeling - Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Principles and Applications |
| Remote Sensing | - Electromagnetic Spectrum and Remote Sensing Platforms - Satellite Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation - Digital Image Processing Techniques |
| Cartography and Visualization | - Map Projections and Coordinate Systems - Thematic Mapping and Cartographic Design - Geographic Information Visualization Techniques |
| Spatial Data Analysis | - Spatial Statistics and Geostatistics - Spatial Analysis Methods and Tools - Geospatial Modeling and Simulation |
| Geospatial Technologies | - LiDAR Technology and Applications - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for Geoinformatics - Web GIS and Geospatial Web Services |
| Applications of Geoinformatics | - Natural Resource Management and Environmental Monitoring - Disaster Management and Risk Assessment - Urban Planning and Infrastructure Development - Precision Agriculture and Land Use Management |
| Research Methodology and Project | - Scientific Research Methods and Techniques - Proposal Writing and Research Ethics - Independent research project using geoinformatics tools |
| Elective Courses | - Hydrology and Water Resources Management - Geographic Information Systems Programming - Remote Sensing of Atmosphere and Ocean - Geographic Information Systems for Public Health |
1. Check eligibility criteria – For the course, the candidate should have completed their Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or technology with 50% marks or above.
2. It is necessary to complete application form and submit it online or off-line providing your transcripts, statement of purpose and letters of recommendation
3. Sit for university entrance exam where applicable
4. Participate in the interview session if invited based on your performance in the tests and academic achievements
5. Check and receive the admission if offered by paying the fees and providing the original documents.
6. Attend all necessary meetings and sign on all necessary papers to become a member of the program on the specified date.
| College Name | Location | Approximate Fees (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) | Dehradun | ₹ 50,790 |
| National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) | Bhubaneswar | - |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Centre for Social Sciences (DBACSS) | Mumbai | - |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | Varanasi | ₹ 12,000 - ₹ 18,000 |
| University of Calcutta | Kolkata | ₹ 8,000 - ₹ 15,000 |
| College Name | Location | Approximate Fees (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS Pilani) | Pilani, Dubai, Goa | ₹ 1,80,000 - ₹ 2,20,000 |
| Symbiosis International University (SIU) | Pune | ₹ 1,30,000 - ₹ 1,80,000 |
| Amity University | Various Locations | ₹ 80,000 - ₹ 1,20,000 |
| Shiv Nadar University | Gautam Budh Nagar | ₹ 1,40,000 - ₹ 1,80,000 |
| KIIT Deemed University | Bhubaneswar | ₹ 80,000 - ₹ 1,00,000 |
| SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM IST) | Chennai | ₹ 1,00,000 - ₹ 1,50,000 |
| Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | Manipal | ₹ 1,20,000 - ₹ 1,80,000 |
| Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) | Vellore | ₹ 1,00,000 - ₹ 1,40,000 |
| Jain (Deemed-to-be University) | Bengaluru | ₹ 1,20,000 - ₹ 1,60,000 |
| PES University | Bengaluru | ₹ 1,50,000 - ₹ 2,00,00,000 |
| Specialization | Job Titles | Average Annual Salary (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Sensing & Image Analysis | - Remote Sensing Analyst - GIS Specialist (Remote Sensing) - Research Scientist (Earth Observation) | ₹ 4.0 - ₹ 6.0 LPA |
| Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | - GIS Analyst - GIS Developer - GIS Specialist (various domains - environment, urban planning etc.) | ₹ 3.5 - ₹ 5.5 LPA |
| Geospatial Data Analysis | - Spatial Analyst - Geospatial Data Scientist - Research Scientist (Spatial Data Modeling) | ₹ 4.5 - ₹ 6.5 LPA |
| Geospatial Technologies | - LiDAR Specialist - UAV (Drone) Data Analyst - Web GIS Developer | ₹ 4.0 - ₹ 6.0 LPA |
| Geoinformatics for Environment | - Environmental Analyst (GIS) - Natural Resource Management Specialist - Climate Change Analyst | ₹ 3.8 - ₹ 5.8 LPA |
| Geoinformatics for Disaster Management | - Disaster Risk Analyst (GIS) - Emergency Response Specialist (Geoinformatics) - Floodplain Mapping Specialist | ₹ 4.0 - ₹ 6.0 LPA |