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Overview

Shape the future with us as we prepare you for a promising career in the construction industry with a focus on digitalization in the built environment (artificial intelligence, machine learning, virtual reality drones, etc). This industry-ready undergraduate programme offers a wide range of multidisciplinary courses that prepare you not just as a civil engineer but also as a professional for life.

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What You'll Learn

Through the B.Tech Civil Engineering programme, you will:

  • Get an in-depth understanding of the design and development of transportation systems, buildings, bridges, highways, and similar infrastructural projects.
  • Gain expertise in tools and techniques in digitalization that help achieve results in a modern, futuristic construction environment.
  • Learn how to introduce sustainability in your actions, decisions, and problem solving while working on construction projects.

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Programme at a Glance

The unique curriculum of B.Tech Civil includes an array of disciplines that range from digitalization and structural engineering to environmental engineering, and hydraulics.

Highlights

Digitalization in the Construction Industry

Undergo training on cutting-edge applications such as BIM, AI & ML, Robotics, Automation, and others to help you visualize construction buildability and constructability ahead of time. This ability will help you to simplify the process, and ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget while maintaining quality.

Structural Engineering

Build a solid foundation in structural engineering design principles, and also learn about the theories and concepts of concrete, steel design, and analysis at element and system levels. Through problem sets and a comprehensive design project, you will gain hands-on design experience and skills.

Transportation Engineering

Learn how to develop comprehensive transportation planning and design for a country.

Geotechnical Engineering

An advantageous discipline that develops your awareness of potential complications before they occur. Buildings may sustain significant damage as a result of an earthquake, slope stability shifting, ongoing settlement, or other effects if advanced calculations and testing are performed by a Geotechnical engineer.

Construction Engineering & Management

Learn about the various management and engineering aspects required to successfully run a construction industry, with a focus on construction sustainability.

Environmental Engineering

This discipline aids in understanding and ensuring the long-term viability of societal development and the use of water, land, and air resources.

Hydraulics

This discipline is closely related to the design of bridges, dams, channels, canals, and levees, as well as to both sanitary and hydrologic systems.

Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering

A multidisciplinary civil engineering specialization that deals with the occurrence, circulation, and distribution of water on Earth.

- Civil Engineering taught in the digital context

- Industry-ready application-oriented curriculum

- Lively campus

- Provision for micro-specialization

- Provision for getting B.Tech Honours

- Global spread of alumni

- Strong industry connect

- Well-qualified world class faculty

- Placement assistance

- Attractive scholarships and awards

- Mandatory internship

- MoU with overseas universities

- State-of-the-art laboratories, classrooms, and library

- Provision for semester abroad

Pune Campus


Seamlessly blending with Baner’s elite, cutting-edge lifestyle, our Pune campus will leave you enchanted with its state-of-the-art learning and living facilities.


Duration: 4 years full time

Courses

Semester 1

This semester builds a foundation in engineering mathematics, chemistry, graphics, construction materials and electrical engineering. Laboratory work, workshops, communication activities and community engagement develop practical skills and social responsibility.

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  • Fundamental of Engineering Mathematics

    Students will learn to apply algebra, trigonometry, vectors, calculus, matrices and determinants to solve engineering problems.

  • Engineering Chemistry

    Students will learn the chemistry of energy systems, corrosion, nanomaterials, polymers and water treatment for engineering applications.

  • Engineering Graphics

    Students will learn to interpret and construct orthographic, isometric and sectional projections of engineering objects.

  • Basic and Sustainable Construction Materials

    Students will learn to select conventional, sustainable and smart construction materials based on their properties, applications and potential for waste reuse.

  • Elements of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    Students will learn to analyse basic DC and AC circuits and explain electrical installations, diodes and transistors.

  • Communication Skills

    Students will learn business communication, career planning, interpersonal communication and external communication for professional settings.

  • Engineering Chemistry Lab

    Students will learn to conduct chemical analyses of water and engineering materials using titration, instrumental methods and related laboratory techniques.

  • Engineering Graphics Lab

    Students will learn to prepare engineering drawings using manual drafting techniques and computer aided drawing tools.

  • Elements of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab

    Students will learn to use electrical instruments and experimentally examine circuit responses, resonance, transformer performance and three phase power.

  • Basic Workshop Practices

    Students will learn safe practical skills in fitting, drilling, carpentry, sheet metal work, welding and brazing.

  • Communication Skills Workshop

    Students will learn to practise professional communication through presentations, résumé preparation, interviews, group discussions and workplace simulations.

  • NSS / Social Immersion

    Students will learn social responsibility, teamwork and leadership through community service, reflection and documentation of NGO engagement.

Semester 2

This semester develops analytical understanding through mathematics, physics, mechanics and mechanical engineering, alongside biology and Indian knowledge traditions. Practical workshops, digital tools, language learning and creative activities support broader professional development.

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  • Advanced Engineering Mathematics

    Students will learn to apply Fourier series, differential equations, statistics and probability to engineering analysis and decision making.

  • Engineering Physics

    Students will learn to analyse particle motion, rigid body motion and mechanical vibrations using principles of dynamics.

  • Elements of Mechanical Engineering

    Students will learn the working principles and engineering applications of energy systems, HVAC, elevators, mechanical drives, engines, pumps and 3D printing.

  • Engineering Mechanics

    Students will learn to analyse force systems, support reactions, centroids, moments of inertia, friction and simple stresses and strains.

  • Indian Knowledge System

    Students will learn how Indian knowledge traditions inform architecture, town planning, engineering practices and ecological thinking.

  • Biology for Engineers

    Students will learn to apply biological principles, microorganisms, biomaterials and biomimicry to waste treatment and sustainable civil engineering.

  • Constitution of India

    Students will learn the foundations of the Indian Constitution and the structure and functions of Union and State governments.

  • Modern Indian /Foreign Language

    Students will learn basic Marathi grammar, vocabulary and practical communication, supported by exposure to literature and cinema or Foreign Language.

  • Yoga /Sports/ Performing Arts

    Students will learn expressive communication, creativity, teamwork and leadership through dramatics, improvisation and performance activities

  • Applied Mechanics Lab

    Students will learn to verify mechanics principles and investigate selected material, electrical and optical properties through laboratory experiments.

  • Construction Practices Workshop

    Students will learn practical construction skills through material testing, electrical connections, plumbing assemblies and indoor environmental quality assessment.

  • Workplace Digital Skills

    Students will learn to create documents, analyse data, deliver presentations and collaborate digitally using Microsoft 365, Power Automate and Power BI.

  • Choice based 2-3 Weeks Industry Exposure/ Internship during Summer Vacation

    Students will learn to relate classroom concepts to industry practices through a short summer exposure or internship experience.

Semester 3

This semester introduces core civil engineering concepts through building construction, fluid mechanics, concrete technology and strength of materials. Programming, design thinking, environmental studies and laboratory work help students connect engineering principles with practical problem-solving.

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  • Numerical Methods with Programming Applications

    Students will learn to implement numerical methods for equations, interpolation, integration and differential equations using programming tools.

  • Building Construction

    Students will learn construction methods and detailing for foundations and the principal components of buildings.

  • Fluid Mechanics

    Students will learn to analyse fluid properties, hydrostatic forces, fluid motion, pipe flow and open channel flow.

  • Concrete Technology

    Students will learn how cement, aggregates and admixtures influence concrete workability, mix design, performance and durability

  • Strength of Materials

    Students will learn to determine stresses, strains, beam forces, torsional response, principal stresses and column behaviour under loading.

  • Environmental Studies

    Students will learn to evaluate ecosystems, natural resource use, pollution, waste management and contemporary environmental challenges.

  • Design Thinking

    Students will learn to identify user needs, generate ideas, build prototypes and refine solutions through testing and feedback.

  • Building Planning and Drawing Lab

    Students will learn to prepare building plans, elevations, sections and construction details manually and in CAD in accordance with building byelaws.

  • Fluid Mechanics Lab

    Students will learn to measure fluid discharge, verify flow principles and evaluate pipe losses, buoyancy and hydraulic forces experimentally.

  • Concrete Technology Lab

    Students will learn to conduct standard tests on cement, aggregates and concrete and interpret results to assess material quality and performance.

  • Mathematics -1 (for Lateral Entry students)

    Students entering laterally will learn foundational algebra, trigonometry, vectors, calculus and matrix methods required for engineering study.

Semester 4

This semester develops core capabilities in surveying, structural analysis, soil mechanics, highways and environmental engineering. Fieldwork, material testing, GIS and Python applications strengthen measurement, analysis and technical decisionmaking skills.

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  • Surveying and Geomatics

    Students will learn surveying, levelling, contouring, route setting out and geospatial techniques for civil engineering planning and measurement.

  • Structural Analysis

    Students will learn to analyse beam deflections, fixed and continuous beams, moving loads, influence lines and arches.

  • Soil Mechanics

    Students will learn to evaluate soil classification, permeability, compaction, stress distribution, shear strength, earth pressure and slope stability.

  • Highway Engineering

    Students will learn highway planning, geometric design, traffic control, pavement materials and design, construction, drainage and maintenance.

  • Environmental Engineering

    Students will learn to plan water supply and treatment systems and manage sewage, solid waste, air pollution and noise.

  • Introduction to Python

    Students will learn Python programming, data structures, file handling, numerical computing and data visualisation for engineering applications.

  • Python Lab

    Students will learn to develop Python programs and collaborative projects that analyse data and solve civil engineering problems.

  • Surveying and Geomatics Lab

    Students will learn to perform field surveys and setting out and use GIS to process spatial data, create maps and analyse terrain.

  • Soil Mechanics Lab

    Students will learn to determine soil classification, density, permeability, compaction, consolidation and shear strength through laboratory testing.

  • Highway Engineering Lab

    Students will learn to test aggregates, bitumen and bituminous mixes and assess their suitability for road construction.

  • Environmental Engineering Lab

    Students will learn to assess water quality, treatment requirements, ambient air quality and noise through standard laboratory and monitoring methods.

  • Mathematics-2 (for Lateral Entry students)

    Students entering laterally will learn Fourier series, differential equation methods, statistics and probability for engineering applications.

  • 2-3 Weeks Industry Exposure/ Internship during Summer Vacation

    Students will learn to connect their civil engineering coursework with field operations and professional practices through a short summer internship.

Semester 5

This semester advances structural analysis, reinforced concrete design, foundation engineering and transportation infrastructure knowledge. Project management, professional ethics, psychology, AI and IoT complement practical experience with planning and structural software.

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  • Engineering Management

    Students will learn to organise, schedule and control engineering projects using management principles, network planning and economic analysis.

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    Students will learn to analyse indeterminate beams and frames using slope deflection, moment distribution, force methods and influence lines.

  • Design and Drawing of RCC Structures

    Students will learn to design and detail reinforced concrete members and building structures using relevant design principles and standards.

  • Foundation Engineering

    Students will learn to assess site conditions, bearing capacity and settlement and design shallow, deep and selected special foundation systems.

  • Transportation Engineering

    Students will learn the planning, design and construction principles of railways, airports, ports, harbours and tunnels.

  • Human Values, Ethics, Law, and Professional Practice

    Students will learn to apply professional ethics, human values and legal responsibilities to construction contracts, safety, compliance and dispute resolution.

  • Psychology for Engineers

    Students will learn psychological principles of awareness, learning, memory, self understanding and well-being relevant to engineering life and work.

  • Fundamentals of AI and IOT

    Students will learn the foundations of artificial intelligence, algorithms, machine learning and Internet of Things applications in construction.

  • Engineering Management Lab

    Students will learn to plan, schedule, allocate resources and monitor projects using Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.

  • Structural Analysis Software Lab

    Students will learn to model and analyse structural systems in STAAD.Pro and validate software results using calculations and engineering judgement.

  • Design and Drawing of RCC Structures Lab

    Students will learn to prepare reinforced concrete design calculations, reinforcement details and structural drawings for building components.

Semester 6

This semester integrates steel design, water resources engineering, quantity surveying and contracts with research and entrepreneurial skills. Elective choices, design laboratories and a minor project enable students to apply their knowledge to specialised engineering problems.

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  • Quantity Surveying and Contracts

    Students will learn to prepare quantity estimates, bar bending schedules, specifications, rate analyses, valuations and tender and contract documentation.

  • Design and Drawing of Steel Structures

    Students will learn to design steel connections, tension and compression members, beams and industrial structural components using relevant standards.

  • Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering

    Students will learn to analyse rainfall, runoff, hydrographs and floods and apply these concepts to reservoirs, dams, irrigation and water resources planning.

  • Leadership and Entrepreneurship

    Students will learn to assess leadership capabilities, lead teams, identify entrepreneurial opportunities and develop strategic business plans.

  • Research Methodology

    Students will learn to formulate research questions, design studies, collect and analyse data and prepare ethical, properly referenced research reports.

  • Elective-I — Modern construction Practices

    Students will learn modern construction methods, value engineering and lean planning tools to improve productivity, coordination and project performance.

  • Elective-I — Prestressed Concrete

    Students will learn to analyse and design prestressed concrete members for flexure, shear, deflection, anchorage and prestress losses.

  • Elective-I — Traffic Engineering and Management

    Students will learn to conduct traffic studies, analyse traffic flow and design intersections and traffic management measures for safer roads.

  • Open Elective-I — Risk Management

    Students will learn to identify, analyse, prioritise and control enterprise and project risks using qualitative and quantitative methods.

  • Open Elective-I — Supply Chain Management

    Students will learn to design and coordinate supply chains and manage logistics, procurement, inventory and distribution decisions.

  • Open Elective-I — Optimization Techniques in Engineering

    Students will learn to apply optimisation, linear programming, transportation, assignment, simulation and queuing models to engineering decisions.

  • Quantity Surveying and Contracts Lab

    Students will learn to prepare estimates, BOQs, bar bending schedules, tender documents, contract records and valuation reports for civil engineering works.

  • Design and Drawing of Steel Structures Lab

    Students will learn to design an industrial steel shed and prepare detailed structural drawings for its members, connections and supporting components.

  • Minor Project

    Students will learn to solve an engineering problem through literature review, design, prototype development, testing and technical presentation.

Semester 7

This semester focuses on structural dynamics, earthquake resistance, structural health monitoring and financial decisionmaking. Specialised electives and a major project develop deeper technical expertise, independent investigation and professional presentation skills.

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  • Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics

    Students will learn structural dynamics, seismic effects, earthquake load analysis and principles of earthquake resistant design

  • Financial Management for Engineers

    Students will learn to interpret financial statements, analyse costs and ratios and evaluate financing choices and engineering investments

  • Structural Health Monitoring

    Students will learn to assess structural condition through static and dynamic testing and identify appropriate repair and rehabilitation approaches.

  • Elective-II — Contracts & Tenders

    Students will learn to evaluate project delivery methods, prepare and assess bids and manage construction contracts and contractual obligations.

  • Elective-II — Concrete Composites

    Students will learn how deformation, durability, specialised concrete compositions and concreting methods influence concrete composite performance.

  • Elective-II — Metro Systems and Engineering

    Students will learn metro system planning, construction, electrification, signalling, operations, safety and financial evaluation.

  • Elective-III — Building Information Modelling

    Students will learn to develop and coordinate BIM models and integrate time and cost information to improve construction project delivery.

  • Elective-III — Finite element method

    Students will learn to formulate finite element models, assemble stiffness equations and use analysis software to evaluate structural response.

  • Elective-III — Ports and Harbours

    Students will learn to plan and design ports, harbour layouts, protective and berthing structures and supporting facilities for safe operations.

  • Elective IV — AI and Robotics in Construction

    Students will learn to evaluate construction applications of artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, 3D concrete printing and emerging technologies.

  • Elective IV — Advanced Design of RCC

    Students will learn advanced RCC design for serviceability, deep beams, ribbed slabs, special structures, fire resistance and ductile detailing.

  • Elective IV — Urban Transportation Planning and Systems

    Students will learn to collect transport data and model trip generation, distribution and assignment for urban transport and mass transit planning.

  • Elective-V — Construction Quality and safety management

    Students will learn to implement construction quality assurance and control and manage site hazards, accident prevention and safety systems.

  • Elective-V — Pre-engineered Structures

    Students will learn modular coordination, prefabricated element design and the production, handling and erection methods used in pre-engineered construction.

  • Elective-V — Road Safety Engineering

    Students will learn to analyse accidents, identify road hazards and apply safety audits and traffic management throughout a road's lifecycle.

  • Earthquake Engineering and Structural Health Monitoring Lab

    Students will learn to assess structures using nondestructive tests and sensors and investigate dynamic and seismic behaviour through experiments and software.

  • Major Project Work

    Students will learn to undertake a substantial engineering investigation through project planning, methodology development, execution, validation and defence of findings.

Semester 8

This semester centres on industry experience through an internship that connects academic learning with professional engineering practice. Advanced technical and open electives extend students’ expertise in infrastructure, construction, business and sustainability according to their chosen options.

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  • Elective-VI — Construction Methods and Equipment

    Students will learn to select and plan construction equipment by assessing operating methods, productivity, costs and material handling requirements.

  • Elective-VI — Design of Advanced Infrastructure Elements

    Students will learn to analyse and design bridge superstructures, substructures and foundations as advanced infrastructure elements.

  • Elective-VI — Airport Planning and Design

    Students will learn airport planning, geometric and pavement design, capacity assessment, maintenance, markings, lighting and heliport requirements.

  • Open Elective-II — Business Development

    Students will learn marketing principles, digital marketing and business development strategies for growing products, services and project businesses.

  • Open Elective-II — Managerial Economics

    Students will learn to apply demand, supply, production, cost and pricing analysis to decisions in construction business environments.

  • Open Elective-II — Valuation of Properties

    Students will learn to value residential, commercial and special purpose properties and prepare valuation assessments and reports.

  • Open Elective-III — Organizational behaviour & Human resource management

    Students will learn to manage individual and organisational behaviour, motivation, talent and employee development through OB and HRM principles.

  • Open Elective-III — Project Formulation & Appraisal

    Students will learn to formulate project proposals, analyse feasibility and undertake financial appraisal supported by structured project reports.

  • Open Elective-III — Environment and Sustainability

    Students will learn sustainable development, circular economy and environmental management principles and evaluate regulations, green ratings and sustainable practices.

  • Open Elective-III — Disaster Management

    Students will learn disaster risk assessment, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery and prepare disaster management plans.

  • Internship

    Students will learn to apply engineering knowledge in an industry setting while developing professional skills and documenting their practical experience.

An enriching environment

Class Profile

Join a diverse community of learners who have passed their Class XII Board exams, and are ready to transform the construction industry with their ideas and hard work.

Class Profile
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  • 7

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  • 21

    Average Credits Per Semester

Dr. Shashank B S, Head, B.Tech Civil

Our leader

Dr. Shashank B S,
Head, B.Tech Civil

With a doctoral degree in Civil Engineering, Shashank B S is an IGBC-accredited faculty committed to academic and professional excellence. With over a decade of teaching, research, and administration experience, he represents the right blend to lead the new undergraduate civil engineering programme at NICMAR University. He specializes in Concrete Technology, and is an ardent believer of incorporating digitalization and sustainability as a core component of engineering education.

His research interests include self-healing concrete, concrete technology advancements, and alternative building materials. His research has been published / presented in national and international journals / conferences of repute. He has guided over 20 UG and PG theses. As an administrator, he has coordinated multiple programmes, organized workshops, established labs, and led accreditation activities.

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Admission Requirements

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

  I. Candidate Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical Vocational subjects, or Computer Science or Information Technology or Informatics Practices or Agriculture or Engineering Graphics or Business Studies or Electronics or Entrepreneurship and obtained at least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward class categories, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disability candidates)..

  II. Passed three years of D. Voc. Stream in the same or allied sector..

  III. Passed a minimum 3 years Diploma in Engineering and Technology and obtained at least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward class categories Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Persons with Disability candidates).

  • Nationality
    The applicant should be a Resident / Non-Resident Indian National / PIO / OCI.
  • Age limit
    No age limit applicable.
  • Qualifying examination
    Applicants applying for UG Engineering admission should have either completed or shall be appearing in 2023, in any one of the following qualifying examinations:
  • Indian Nationals
    a) Final examination of the 10+2 system of Higher Secondary Examination conducted by the State Board, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE, New Delhi), The Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE), New Delhi.

    b) Candidate should have obtained at least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward class categories, Economically Weaker Sections, and Persons with Disability candidates) in the subjects taken with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical Vocational subjects, or Computer Science or Information Technology or Informatics Practices or Agriculture or Engineering Graphics or Business Studies.

    c) Passed 3 years of Diploma in Engineering and Technology and obtained at least 55 % marks (at least 50 % marks, in case of Backward class categories Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Persons with Disability)

  • NRI/OCI/PIO, Children of Indian workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC), Foreign National (FN) Candidates
    The candidate should have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical Vocational subject or Computer Science or Information Technology or Informatics Practices or Agriculture or Engineering Graphics or Business Studies or Electronics or Entrepreneurship and obtained at least 55% marks in the above subjects taken together.

Selection Criteria

  Students interested in the B.Tech programme should appear in JEE/ MH CET/ PERA/CUET/Other states CET/UG NCAT and PI.

  Note:

  I. Candidates who have appeared for the class XII examination and are awaiting their final results will be provisionally admitted to the programme based on their performance in the selection process. These candidates must ensure that the pending mark sheets are submitted within one month of the commencement of programme, failing which the admission will be cancelled.

  II. Any other criterion is declared from time to time by the appropriate authority as defined under the Act.

  III. In case the eligibility criteria are not applicable, the decision of NICMAR University will be final.

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Career opportunities

As a B.Tech Civil Engineering graduate from NICMAR University, you can pursue the following careers:

Structural Consultant Site Execution Engineer
Quantity Surveyor Billing Engineer
Safety and Quality Control Engineer Planning Engineer
Geotechnical consultant PMC consultant

FAQs

  • Is there a difference between a BE and B.Tech programme?

    Not entirely. BE is a type of engineering course that strengthens the theoretical foundations of engineering students, whereas, B.Tech, along with strengthening theoretical knowledge, also emphasizes application-based Knowledge.

  • How are the placement prospects of the B.Tech?

    They've set new records! We're proud of the industry connections we've developed and nurtured over the last 30 years, allowing us to invite only the best and most sought-after recruiters for our students. In fact, over 200 companies visit us each year for on-campus placements. During your final year and interim internships, you can expect excellent placement assistance.

  • What kind of financial aid can you help with?

    We’ve tied up with India’s leading banks and financial institutions for you to get education loans with utmost ease. These institutions include HDFC Credila, ICICI Bank, Saraswat Co-op Bank, Bank of Baroda, Credenc, Union Bank of India, Avanse, and many others.

  • Is an internship a part of this programme? What kind of support can I expect?

    Of course! The programme offers internships in the 3rd year which may also result in a PPO (Pre-placement Offer).

  • Is there any restriction on the number of subjects studied in Class XII for students from boards other than CBSE or state boards?

    No, students from all boards are eligible to apply to the B.Tech programme, irrespective of the number of subjects opted for in Class XII.

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