University of Burdwan - [BU], Bardhaman - Course & Fees Details

Burdwan University offers masters in several fields like Engineering, Arts, Science, and Commerce. M.Tech at Burdwan is a two-year-long course that offers students specialization in electronics and communication. Students enrolled in the program gain in-depth knowledge about their fields and become well-trained professionals.

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Latest Updates: Burdwan University has concluded the admission process for 2021 on December 8, 2021. The GATE admits card was issued on January 8, 2021, and the GATE 2021 exam will be held on February 6, 7, 13, and 14, 2021. 

Burdwan University M.Tech Important Dates 2021

• Any candidate who has passed B.Tech/ B.E in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering/ Applied Electronics with at least 50% marks are eligible for the course. While students with B.Tech/ B.E in Electronics and Instrumentation require a minimum of 60% marks to apply. 
• Candidates are classified into three categories and are selected through different processes that take GATE score, performance in Online Interview, Work Experience, Marks of an Online MCQ test into account. 
• The program is four-semester or two-year long. It provides theoretical and practical knowledge to the students in the field of electronics and communication.

Burdwan University M.Tech Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission in the M.Tech program must have at least one of the following qualifications:

• B.Tech or B.E in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Electronics/ Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering/ Applied Electronics/ Radio Physics/ M.Sc. in Physics with Advanced Papers in Electronics/ M.Sc. in Electronics with at least 50% marks.
• Students who come from socially disadvantaged SC/ ST backgrounds will get 5% relaxation.
• Candidates whose final results are yet to be declared can apply provisionally with the condition that they produce their Final Result before they are interviewed. 
• The candidates are classified into three groups for the selection process. GATE qualified students are given preference over others. However, some seats are reserved for sponsored candidates who fulfill the basic eligibility and also have at least two-year work experience.
• Non-GATE/ Non-Sponsored candidates also have an opportunity of getting an admission subject to the availability of seats once all the GATE or sponsored candidates are considered.

Burdwan University M.Tech Admission Criteria

Admission to the M.Tech program at Burdwan University depends on several factors that include basic eligibility, GATE score, work experience, etc. To understand the admission process let’s have an overview of the process.

• To apply for admission, the candidates are required to submit their application online following the steps mentioned below
  • The candidates must check the eligibility criteria and then apply online on the official website of the university.
  • Candidates will first have to fill up a form with all the required details.
  • The application fee must then be sent through NEFT and all the required proofs of the transaction are to be attached in the Online form itself.
  • Once the online application form is submitted, one can’t make any changes. All the forms are incorrect and will be automatically rejected.

• The applicants are then classified into three groups namely, Category A:- which comprises the GATE qualified candidates. Category B:- these are sponsored candidates and have a minimum of two-year work experience. Category C:- Non-GATE/ Non-sponsored candidates.
• The selection process is merit-based and has different requirements for candidates that are categorized in different groups.
• Category A candidates will be selected based on the merit list that will be prepared after taking the GATE Score, graduation marks, and interview into account. It gives 70% weightage to GATE Score, 10% to marks in B.Tech/ B.E, and 20% to the performance in the online interview.
• Category B candidates will be selected solely on the basis of their work experience and performance in the online interview.
• Category C candidates will be selected based on the merit list that will be prepared after taking Online MCQ marks, graduation marks, and interview into account. It gives 70% weightage to the marks of the online MCQ test, 10% to marks in B.Tech/ B.E, and 20% to the performance in the online interview.
• Category C candidate’s selection is subject to availability of seats after the selection process of candidates from Category A and B.

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Burdwan University M.Tech Placement Details

Burdwan University M.Tech in Electronics and Communication provides students with up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge that prepares them for the competitive job market. When it comes to placement the university has a good placement record. 

The highest package at Burdwan has been INR 7.6 LPA as of now. The average salary offered to the M.Tech students is around INR 3.5 LPA. TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, HDFC Bank, and Amazon are some of the top recruiting companies that offer students some really good career opportunities. Students are well-educated with in-depth knowledge of the course that helps them in their long-term growth. Those who want to pursue their fields further also opt to get a PhD. from reputed colleges after their masters.